TBF SHOPS: ZARA Horsehair Leopard Print Purse Bag

Hmm, it was the last one and it was on sale for close to 40% OFF. It's made of real leather and has a leopard print made of horsehair. It has an adjustable shoulder strap and several compartments, big enough to fit even a few diapers and wet wipes. I'd be a complete idiot to pass up buying this ZARA leopard print purse slash bag, right? AND, just look at how perfect it looks with the fox tail I bought recently. 

On a sidenote: I much prefer this type of leopard print than the realistic looking kind. This version feels more youthful, almost like an animated cartoon version while the other pattern looks like it was made for an older woman's fur coat. Another reason this bag was just meant to come home with me. 

Hoping this is the last leopard bag purchase this year,

Justine

I really appreciate your support!

TBF SHOPS: Faux Horsehair Leopard Wristlet Purse with Metal Chain

Images from http://carolinesmode.com/stockholmstreetstyle/

Surprisingly, being the leopard print fanatic that I profess myself to be, I don't actually own a presentable leopard print purse or bag. The only one I owned prior to this purchase is this bag that I got for free at a supermarket in the Philippines (I'm laughing inside just thinking about how silly that was). I've been on the search for a nice horsehair one and found this cute little thing that can carry my cellphone, lipstick/gloss, compact and ID/cards/cash on clearance at the "Secret Store" (since I don't want anyone else to get it - selfish I know! but too bad) so you can imagine how ecstatic I was. I think I had to put my eyeballs back into their sockets when I first laid my eyes on this. I don't usually do this and may sound crazy for wanting to do so, but I think I am going to name this adorable bag, Lola. 

Maternal instincts gone wrong,

Justine

I really appreciate your support!

TBF LOOK OF THE DAY: Leopard Coat with Red Lips at the Kwantlen Fashion Show

Coat from H&M

TBF LOOK OF THE DAY: Basic Pieces with Leopard Print Pumps

Zara Trench Coat, Gap V-neck T-shirt, Joe Fresh Black Pants, Spring Leopard Shoes

I learned a long time ago that there should really only be one statement piece when putting together your outfit. Sometimes it's okay to wear two but for the most part, flashier pieces shouldn't really have to compete with each other or you may end up like you're trying too hard. In this case I went really simple with the taupe trench, black cigarette pants and white v-neck shirt to let the leopard pumps (my chosen statement piece) really stand out. It was raining so I wasn't in the mood for taking multiple shots but don't worry, these shoes will be featured in my TBF Shoes of the Day segment.

TBF SHOPS/FASHION INSPIRATION: Viva la ViVi!

Favorite Japanese Bookstore in Richmond

February 2011 issue

January 2011 issue

Leopard Wedge Booties

Patent Brogues

Leopard ALL-STAR-like Shoes

This kind of spread is why I <3 ViVi

Tiger Print

Red Blazer

Love this pattern

I wish I was flat enough to rock this belted sweater look

One of my favorite looks: Leopard Jacket + Leather Pants

Bell Bottoms

J'adore fur coats with different patterns

Leopard Peep-toe Botties

Berry-stained lips

Daytime Braids

TBF LOOK OF THE DAY: Leopard Simplicity

If I wasn't broke, I'd buy:

   

 

What I'm actually wearing: Fur coat from store in the US, V-neck shirt from The Gap, Jeans/Clog Boots from Forever21, Sunnies from Joe Fresh

wow. it's hard to come up with a witty title

This is my second entry and while trying to think of a title, I'm already having a mental block. I probably owe it to having a zillion things I’d like to write about. I used to snicker at some of the titles I saw while surfing LOOKBOOK or blogs in general but after 5 minutes of typing, deleting, typing and deleting again, I realize it’s hard to choose a few words to sum up a whole day or even to describe an outfit without sounding like I need therapy. For that reason, I: a) give props to bloggers and LOOKBOOK/Chictopia users who, despite sounding overly poetic and cheesy at times, come up with titles that are actually appropriate or enticing and b) have come to a decision that honesty and straightforwardness are the way to go.

So why don’t I start with the fact that I watched Black Swan for the second time today. If you’ve seen it and loved it like I did, you most certainly know exactly why I, being broke as a joke, paid to see this movie again. There is just something different about this movie that sets it apart from most films I’ve seen, usually with plots that are predominantly the same and endings that are unfortunately and disappointingly predictable, to say the least. Natalie Portman’s acting doesn’t usually do anything for me – it’s mostly her beauty and charisma that draws me to watch her movies, but her performance in Black Swan had me completely spellbound. Not to mention, this movie has also left me wanting to get some streaks in my hair and go clubbing. Anyway, I won’t bore you any further with my thoughts on each wonderfully put together scene as I don’t want to ruin it for those who haven’t seen this yet, so I’ll leave you with a photo of a real black and white swan (FACT: I didn’t even know black swans existed).

Here comes the fun part. Pictures of my very first outfit! Relax. It’s not going to be an exciting one. I had a family lunch to go to (father in-law's birthday) and as far as my family is concerned, I am broke as a joke, so when we get together, I don’t exactly dress to impress. In fact, I dress down a little and try to look slightly hobo to get some sympathy or even a free meal (that’s a joke btw, if you’re family and reading this).

Aldo black pumps, Forever21 sweater/jeans/backpack/black leather jacket, Joe Fresh sunnies

Here are the key pieces to get this look

 

I'll end this off with some photos of a few DIY projects my husband and I completed over the weekend.

Painted my fireplace tiles white (originally a peach marble-esque tile. yes, it was as bad as it sounds)

Installed some racks to hang a few necessities in the kitchen and increase counter space (not much but any is good)

Absolutely obsessed with plants that can live and thrive in water alone. The thought of re-potting scares me. And who can't appreciate the sci-fi-ishness of being able to see the roots?

I hate that my wall looks beige here. IT'S NOT. IT'S GRAY AND COOL and sets the perfect background to host these black and white photographs. These frames used to showcase my brother's personal photographs of Vancouver scenery but it was time for a change.

I wish I could have this poster hung up in every corner of our house. The simplicity of its design and strong, yet peaceful message is what every person needs once, twice or three times a day at least. The bright and cheery yellow color also brings some "sunshine" into my windowless kitchen :)

So I guess that’s that. It’s nearly 12:30am and while I normally try to get my daily To-Do List done at this time (while the boys are asleep), I am too pooped to go on. I recently also bought a candle that’s left me feeling a little lethargic – which means, YAY, it’s working!

Until my next attempt,
Justine

PS - I am the queen of "PS's" so don't be surprised if I've got one for every post. Anyway, I realized that I have made no mention of the little prince that rules my heart (and pulls my hair, all at the same time). Here's a photo of him trying to find parking at the Granville Island market as well as his cool way of showing that Velcro can indeed be hardcore.