Zara Clothing Haul

You know have you have a problem when you make not one, not two, but 3 orders within 2 weeks. Zara is my biggest weakness, especially when it comes to online shopping. The fact that they have free shipping over $50 and it arrives at my door in 3 days makes it extremely convenient to click that checkout button without thinking twice about it. Also, the winter sale was nearing its end so everything was super discounted. As I was putting this post together, I realized how bad my problem has gotten. I need to be put on a shopping ban for the next couple of months. Nevertheless, let me show you the clothes I hauled since some are still available but selling out fast!

I purchased a mixture of winter appropriate clothing but also could not resist preparing for spring/summer fashion. I'm so over the cold weather, can we please move on already! I kept in mind the fact that I will be working on and off for the next couple of years so i started stocking up some office apparel.

SHEATH SKIRT WITH ZIPS

This skirt literally fits like a glove. It is so flattering because it is high-waisted and stretchy so it hugs your curves while the thick material and zipper details blurs out any excess lumps around that area. Also, the asymmetric cut makes the simple skirt more interesting and trendy, despite the length being perfect for an office setting. 

FLORAL TOP WITH LOW BACK

Something I've been really into recently is tank tops with delicate straps, the thinner the better. Normally, I would stay far far away from floral patterns because it's just not my style, opposite actually, but this one is very subtle and compliments the lace. I think it is a great piece for layering but also on its own in the summer time.

OVERSIZED WOOL SWEATER

HIGH NECK CASHMERE SWEATER (similar here)

I've always wanted a cashmere sweater, contrary to the fact that it is way out of my comfort zone. I've also been adoring the turtle neck sweater look so why not kill two birds with one stone. This sweater was a huge steal. It is 100% cashmere and so soft I can't even put into words. I think a cashmere sweater is an essential in any "mature" woman's wardrobe. It catalysts our transition into womanhood.

LOOSE-FIT TROUSERS

Due to my Asian short-legged syndrome, these trousers do not look the same on me as they do on the model. Nevertheless, I still enjoy the modernized look of the wide leg, especially worn with heel booties.

STRIPED TROUSERS

LONG SWEATER WITH TURN-OVER COLLAR 

These trousers are probably the most comfortable pants I have. They have a flare shape which elongates your leg on top of the subtle vertical stripes. It is made of a super thick wool material which makes it ideal to be worn in the freezing weather we are having in Canada right now. Also, it seems like wide leg trousers are one of the biggest trends for spring 2014 so why not get a head's start. 

If you know me and my closet, you would know that I can't say no to a knit sweater, especially one that is warm and over-sized. This sweater features a loose high neck which makes it less claustrophobic to wear for longer periods of time. 

LINGERIE STYLE DRESS WITH SPAGHETTI STRAPS

I love everything about this dress! It honestly fits like a dream. Although the lace and thin straps would suggest it be more appropriate for the bedroom, the fabric of the dress makes it acceptable to be worn out. I feel like it is a great twist on a LBD which every girl needs.

LACE SHORTS

I know what you're thinking, why is this girl buying shorts in -20 degree weather.... It's called preparation my friends. I love the relaxed loose fit in juxtaposition to the lace detailing. 

STUDIO LEGGINGS

For all you hypercritical individuals out there, these are definitely "leggings" that can be worn as pants. They fit like very thick leggings, sucking you in at all the right places while being extremely comfortable but appear more like trousers. 

STRAPPY TANK TOP

Now part of the reason that led me to make so many orders was because I was checking daily hoping this top will come back in stock and it actually did! I've been eyeing it for months, but it retailed for a ridiculous price of $50...no thank you! Finally when the sale rolled around, I knew it was time to pick this baby up.

Now that this is done and over with, I am going on a shopping hiatus. Need to start seriously saving up for those Louboutins ...  

shop smart and update.

Wow it feels like it's been forever since I wrote a post ...  because well it has been. Did a month really go by that fast? I think I've really been lacking motivation recently, in terms of everything. I'm not sure why but it feels like its just getting worse and worse. Maybe its the weather. I'm just so tired of winter. Summer NEEDS to come faster; it seems like life is so much better in the summer.

February has been a very uneventful month (except for 3 days of it). Exams are happening right now and of course I decide to write this post when I have an exam tomorrow. Again, just shows how unmotivated I am. Like i mentioned in my previous post, me and my girls went to montreal last week for a couple of days and it was a really relaxing break from the sad life I have here. I wanted to take more photos but other things came up.

Peplum top with body-con skirt
 for little black dress dinner with the ladies

GOOSE GANG

Lent also started 2 weeks ago. Truthfully, Im not too sure if I participate in lent each year because I am technically catholic (don't even ask.... shits complicated haha) or because i enjoy the challenge; probably the latter. Anyways, this year I was originally planning to give up shopping. We all know how that turned out! Who was I kidding. .. it lasted TWO days. I had to go to the mall to return something and of course I just couldn't leave without buying anything. Yep, its a problem I have; leaving the mall empty-handed just makes me feel more empty-hearted. I know I'm lame and my hands are forever itching and no one was there to itch them (inside joke that me and my friend have). To my defense I did buy my jeans on sale. Can you guess what jeans? JBRAND of course. But seriously, I'm growing this very dangerous obsession with Jbrand; I already have 4 pairs (3 skinny jeans and a pair of denim shorts).

J brand Zoey Triple Zip skinny jeans in burgundy

jeans worn with:
steve madden combat boots
talula basic tee
hollister flannel

I think I always have these "phases" where I collect a certain type of clothing. I remember there was a period of time where I only bought hoodies and sweaters. Now its more shoes and jeans which you will soon seen in this post. 

So obviously, that lent promise was over and that's when I decided to give up online shopping instead for 40 days, which is waaaaay more realistic although I do have randomly urges and remember that my hands itch to spend money every second of the day that I'm awake. However, I've been quite good so far. I haven't been buying much stuff and when I do its always something that I've been wanting for a while and/or on amazing discount.

Can you believe that I scored a pair of sperry topsiders for $20 today?! Unbelievable right?

They're incredibly comfortable and are gonna be so cute for the spring/summer. Also, how could i pass up this amazing deal.

 The outlet store was having a buy one get second half off sale so I found a pair of red Keds for my sister.. for FIVE DOLLARS. That means with the sale, it came down to $25 for both pairs. what a steal!!

I think i'm starting to get the hang of "smart shopping" and I really take advantage of a store's return policy. I mean, I'd rather buy something and return it if i can then regret not buying it right? That's my logic anyways. I just find that it makes me feel great when i see something that i've wanted for a while go on sale; then i buy it without even thinking about it. Another guilty pleasure i have, and this probably makes me sound bad but i love it when I see people buy the same thing i did regular price while i got it for just a fraction of what they paid (hehehehhe  suckers!) With all the shopping and browsing I do, i have a sense of which pieces of clothing/shoes/accessories tend to go on sale and which ones don't. I mean what's worse than buying something and seeing it on sale the next week. That's why the only things I ever buy regular price now-a-days are staple items (winter jacket, a good pair of jeans, wallet, black/nude heels,) that I know will last me a long time and is almost never discounted.; investment pieces is what they call them.

The only other things I've been buying are bathing suits, which just reflects how overly excited I am for summer. I honestly have the hardest time picking out bathing suits, there's just so many difference styles and colours. I WANT 'EM ALL!


This is one of the ones I picked out. Im absolutely  in love with it. Isn't it adorable?                              
Now I just need the body for it. (I will worry about that after exams though)


















One thing I've been on the hunt for is a perfect pair of boyfriend jeans. Im just loving the look of it and how you can dress it up or down and it always looks super cute.
The only problem is finding one that flatters my body type.

< I'm obsessed with this entire look.
Ripped boyfriend jeans with lace top and heels ... perfection.











Lastly I just wanted to say that I've been really loving the colour blue recently; maybe because it reflects my mood.

Nailpolish: essie's aruba blue 

On the bright side, spring is just around the corner. Hopefully after exams I have more time to write. I have so many ideas for upcoming post, i just need time and motivation to write them.

I hope all of you have an amazing weekend and start to March.