Exercise? Let's go bouldering instead!

I'm not much for breaking into a sweat, unless of course it's something I really enjoy.  We've been bouldering on and off for the past year, but we've finally decided to commit to the Etobicoke location and bought our punch card.  I feel like its the perfect workout during the winter time.  :) cannot wait to go again next week!

Lost in the world of Tsum Tsum

I'm a game addict.  When I'm hooked on any game, my social life goes out the window...

I've been spending the past three weeks playing this super cute Japanese game call Tsum Tsum.  I know, I know.  I'm late in jumping onto this wagon, but hey at least I'm here now! 

Anyways, it seems some of my hearts have replenished, let's post more after ;)

Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandoulière 30 Empreinte in Orient

For my 30th birthday I got a big surprise from the hubby since he is not generally supportive of my shopping habits it had never occurred to me that he would actually get me this lovely bag~

::why this bag::
I asked the beau how he knew that I wanted this bag. His reply?  "You showed me a picture of it once."  A few months earlier, there was a Speedy 25 on sale on one of the pre-loved website that I visited frequently and I had impulsively forwarded him the link on a chat and thought nothing of it.  I did not think he'd ever surprise me with this gem.

::on the outside::
The bag measures 30 x 21 x 17cm with top handles as well as removable and adjustable leather straps, so it can be worn crossbody/over the shoulder.  It has shiny golden brass hardware all over with bottom studs.  The lock and key that came with the bag are stored away and is not in the picture mainly because I wanted to hang my bag charm Arnold on the bag and didn't want it to look so busy.

::on the inside::
The inside is a gorgeous red interior with textile lining, two pockets on one side and 1 zipper compartment on the other.  It feels like a bottomless pit, with room to fit whatever you need and then some.

::the verdict::
I love the bag.  It's cheerful, roomy and beautiful inside-out.  My only complaint is that it gets really heavy if you pack everything into it as the bag itself has quite some weight.  

Food day and Toronto Zombie Walk 2014

Ready for some food pictures? :)  Banh Mi Boys is one of those places that one must try when visiting downtown Toronto. Here's a picture of their delicious Pork belly banh mi, pulled pork taco and their amazing Kimchi fries!

Completely delectable meat and cheese plater at Barvolo on Yonge st. with a huge variety of beer to choose from.~

If you enjoy lamb, you've got to try Pomegranate Restaurant, they serve traditional Persian cuisine that will  make you go back for more. 

Ending off this quick post with a pair of zombies (humans with headcrabs attached to their heads)

... and some lovely ladies I shared a glass or two with :)

What's in my weekend bag: Rebecca Minkoff Hudson Moto Mini

::the story::

Like most girls, I am always curious about what is in other people's bag and I thought it'd be nice to share with you what is in my weekend bag, featuring my Rebecca Minkoff Hudson Moto Mini in blood orange.  This is my first RM bag and I was very surprised at how much this little bag could hold, I was so excited that this ended up being the bag I brought with me to the Big Apple :)

::features::

• made of saffiano leather (is sturdy and holds shape well, however, also makes it a little heavy)
• adjustable straps (20" drop)
• silver hardware with clasp closure (but also magnetic as well, so if you don't want to lock it, you won't have to worry about it 'flinging' open on its own.)
• is separated into two major compartments 
• has a small card holder pocket on the inner section 
• one external flap pocket (with magnetic closure)

My essentials fitted nicely in the bag making it super easy to spot and grab what I need when I need it (not 10 minutes later.)

** Note my phone was in the empty space beside my wallet where the little black Lancome pouch is, I was using it to take these pictures :) Current phone is the Nokia Lumia 1020 with 41MP.

::in the small card holder::

• RM card and business card to a pub
• pack of Stim-U-Dent

::in first compartment::

• Louis Vuitton Zippy Coin Purse Monogram Empreinte in Orient
• Lancome pouch with medicine, nail filer, Gum Soft-Picks and lotion sample

::in second compartment::

• Refresh Ultra eye drops
• Pilot fine pen in blue
• loose hair ties
• Palladio Rice paper in Natural
• Caudalie Hand and Nail cream
• Camellia paper folder (holding some reward cards, gift cards and receipts)
• hand sanitizer (I got from Food and Wine Show a couple years ago)
• Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia eau de perfum rollerball

::louis vuitton damier azur cles::

• loose change/coins/TTC tokens
• guitar pick made from a used Uno's promo card
• pen shaped like a cigarette
• Starbucks coupons
• attached: home keys, hair tie and Swiss army USB 64 GB

::in black velvet pouch::

• Chanel Coco Shine in 54 Boy
• Nars Dolce Vita
• Bobbi Brown Pink Sugar Lip gloss

::in external flap::

• Moleskine pocket cahier journal in pebble grey

Oh yes... and finally, as I've said in my previous post Arnold was going to tag along my smaller purse and he did.  Thanks for reading and if you don't mind, post your link/picture/description below so that I may check them out (yes, I'm nosy!)  Have a lovely Monday~

Meet Arnold

::the story::

This adorable teddy bear bag charm was one of the lovely present I received for my birthday this year.  His name is Arnold.  It was love at first sight when I saw him a couple months ago at the store while shopping for my sister-in-law's bridal shower gift.  I would have bought it on the spot, but I didn't have enough cash, so I figure I would go back another time to get it.  However, after weeks and months, I wasn't able to.  At first, my husband told me he didn't like it and thought I shouldn't buy it, and then we got too busy and never had the chance to go back.  On my birthday, my mom-in-law surprised me. As it turns out, she went there the next day after I saw him and bought it for me!  My husband knew all along and had to come up with excuses for me to not buy it and not go to the store with me for it. 

::details::

• he's made of Alcantara (artificial substitute suede leather)
• bedazzled with Swarovski crystal on ears, eye, hand, foot and has a mesh necklace with a Swarovski medallion
• lastly, the key ring and hook are made of stainless steel 

::the 10 days verdict::
So far, Arnold has no trouble with any of the big bags I own. He blends in well with the black, red and even brown purses that I use and yet his sparkling personality really stands out.  This weekend I plan to use him on smaller bags, so will see how well he does with them, but I'm confident they'd get along fine ;)

Canadian National Exhibition - The Ex

::excerpt from august 17, 2014::

We went to visit CNE on the third day it opened this year and it was lovely~ There wasn't too many people and the weather was almost flawless.  Although I wanted to, we didn't ride the Ferris wheel because there was simply too much to see and do, but I did get to snap this quick picture before walking away.

Some highlights:

I was so glad that we managed to catch the SuperDogs show this year.  It is always so much fun seeing the interaction between the trainers and their beloved pets.

When one is thirsty, one drinks!  We bought a drink that came in a pineapple and when we finished it, Em poured his coke in it.  We had Cola-à-l'anana :)

Here's the PIG MAC burger from Bacon Nation.

I'm not sure where this beef dish came from, but was told that we got it because there was no lineup.  I thought that it it was delicious though.

The Flying Wallendas were amazing.  Once they started, it was really hard to tear my eyes away from them.  Truly a captivating performance. :)

We ended the day with the perfect dinner.  Ramen at Santouka!

::a little something::
I picked up this colourful piece after spotting it at one of the booth in the exhibition hall and have worn it everyday since.  So glad that these different shades of amber complemented my skin tone :)