What a week! In fact, it was pretty quiet, but a few things happenned, including what's on the picture ;)

I've learned this week that I was the first choice for a job that I applied a few weeks ago. It was so nice to hear that! In the end, I don't have the job because it turned out they won't be needing someone for now (the person that was asking for a transfert won't move for now). But they will be keeping me in mind for when the person will be ready to make the move. 

My boyfriend took care of one of my hyacinth plants this week. He noticed that one of the flowers was too heavy and dropping and make the remark. I said that I had to put a tutor, but didn't get around to find the material to arrange it. Then, one morning I noticed that the branch was attached to some skewers. I swooned, because I wasn't thinking about that anymore and was surprised he remembered. 

I went to a library for the first time in months this week. I usually buy my books either thrifted or a t the drugstore, but for some reason lately all I end up reading is lame. I didn't have much time to browse, but it was inspiring to see beautiful books, and the smell of all of them gathered.

Speaking of thrifting, I had the best loot ever at the charity shop yesterday. I went around once and didn't find much, but before getting out, I decided to browse the shoes once more, and then BAM! I saw a pair fo Prada shoes, in mint condition. They seemed a little big for me, but I tried them anyway and they fitted me. And then, BAM! A pair of Manolo Blahnik pumps. In the same size. And, another pair of Manolos, brown this time. And..... a pair of Chloé. The Chloés are the ones in the "worst" condition, as the brand logo has worn off on the insole, but it's still in good shape. I got all four pairs and a brand new with tag dress (worth 140$), a pair of trousers and a CD for 10$. I got to say, the shoes are genuine, I hope the lady who gave them away will be getting rid of more stuff soon so I can grab them! I like the black Manolos best, they are sexy and classy.

I might be back in the mood to wear makeup again. I don't know why I don't, I guess it's just lazyness, or the fact that I will usually do other things and then not having time for that. But anyway, I'll have to primp myself to wear all those shoes!

What about you ladies?

My hair. I take care of it, but I rarely do anything with it. It always turns out like a madwoman's! 

I used to have long hair, but now I chopped them last week! And a few days before the big chop, I received those cute bobby pins* from Miss Evel Kitty. This is actually a subscription box, the same concept than Glossybox or Luxe Box, but instead of beauty products, each month you receive three different bobby pins!

Each set is different, so you don't receive the same as previous months. It comes in a cute handmade package, with lots of colourful washi tape. 

As I said, my hair is now short, so cute bobby pins is the perfect accessory for it, but it also looks great on long hair! The susbscription is also a good gift idea.

Miss Evil Kitty is a brand of vintage inspired handmade jewellery and accessories. Lots of flowers, bright colours, and just perfect for Spring.

If you order a subby, you can use the code IloveMEK, which is giving you a discount for either the 4 month subscription (3$ off), or the 6 month one (5$ off). They also offer monthly specials on selected items.

Miss Evil Kitty Bobby Pin Subscription, 6 month (6$/month) or 4 months (5.50$/month)

International shipping available.

*Review sample

This is something I'm going to do today!

Today is Fashion Revolution Day, an awareness day to challenge fashion brands to "demonstrate commitment to transparency across the length of the value chain, from farmers to factory workers, brands to buyers and consumers".

Fashion is the most labor dependent industry in the world, as one is 6 people work along the supply chain. Most of them do so in execrable conditions. 

On that note, Fashion Revolution Day marks the 2nd anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which killed 1133, and injured over 2500 people.

Do yo know who made your clothes? 

Today, fashion lovers are asked to take a selfie of their clothes tagging the brands and using the hashtag  #whomademyclothes. They can then share the response with their followers. @Fash_Rev will also host a series of fashion "takeovers" to connect supporters and fashion brands.

Last year, tens of thousand of people took part in the Fashion Revolution Day in 66 countries.This year, the organisers are expecting even more!

Find out more at http://www.fashionrevolution.org/. Like Fashion Revolution on Facebook at facebook.com/fashionrevolution.org and follow @Fash_Rev on Twitter.

Will you be asking who made your clothes?

So today I continue my Montral and Quebec City purchases, with a Winners/Homesense haul video! I'd like to have a Winners near me, but that would also mean less money in my wallet as I always buy something in there!

Do you also like Winners (TJ Maxx, TK Maxx))? What are your favourite things to purchase there? Is is fashion, accessories, homeware, beauty product? Let me know in the comments section!

It took a while to get to me, but I finally received My Little Box yesterday!

Click on the video below to see what I received inside!



Let me know what you got in yours!

I filmed this a little while ago but had problems with the upload. Tha is YouTube for you!

As the name suggests, it is a collective haul, but I have to say it is mainly Primark!

Enjoy!

I already knew that if I was coming to Paris, I would susbcribe to the My Little Box. I just think the packaging is pretty and I like the fact  they include a Kanako print each month. I love the drawings' girly style!

So once I knew my postal adress I meant business. I didn't know when the boxes are supposed to be shipped so I was happily surprised to receive it on Monday. I got it delivered to the office so I had to wait until I was home to take pictures. But then obvisouly when I came home it was dark. But I really wanted to open the box so you will excuse my badly lit pics I'm sure!

The theme this month was a collaboration with Diane von Furstenberg. I like this designer because there is always an aura of sexy around her and also because she comes from Belgium!

So inside the box, there was one scarf from DVF, that came in thress shades. I got the multi-coloured ones. The other choices were monochrome black and monochrome green. It seems that the multi-coloured one is the most common one, from what I've seen online, but it doesn't matter, I haven't seen anyone else wearing it here. And anyway when I'll be back in Canada nobody's going to have one hahaha!

Unto the box now. In every one there is a Kanako print, as I've said earlier. This month's has DVF on top of  her desk, and it says: "Be the Woman You Want to Be". There is also a magazine, My Little World, which this months features a lot about the DVF brand.

And then you have the beauty products. There seems to always be one from the My Little Box own brand (this month it was a micellar water) and other ones, that vary from one subbie to another. In mine, I got a Sephora Rouge Infusion in Red Essence and an Atelier Maquillage Draw & Light Duo in brun universel.

I also got a pin, representing lips but the picture I took was just so crappy.

Overall I like my box and I can't wait to receive the next one! As opposed to other boxes I receive, they don't just send us dud colours. I will wear for sure the Sephora red!

Are you subscribed to the My Little Box? what have you received this month?

At the beginning of the month, my stylish Parisian friend Nissa opened her consignment shop in downtown Paris!

The official opening party is tonight so I asked her if I could feature her boutique on my blog today. And she said "Of course!"

I met Nissa a few years ago, when she visited the room in our London house that would be hers for a while. In the first few minutes it was clear that Nissa liked vintage and was just passionate about it. One of the first things she asked me was where to shop vintage in London. We had been friends ever since.

Her love for vintage fashion dates back to her early childhood, when her father took her to a consignment boutique called "La Boutroc", owned by Babette, who was well-known in the neighborood. La Boutroc was one of the well priced consignment shop in Paris (we all know how Paris can be expensive), and really everyone loved Babette and her boutique.

Last year, Nissa's father heard that Babette wanted to retire from the business. He said so to Nissa, and my friend decided to take it over and to give it her own twist, while keeping the original spirit of the place. She worked alongside Babette, who showed her the rope of the business for about a year. And now she is ready to run the place on her own.

That is how Melrose Place came to life. From consigment store with a 30 years old reputation. And now it has a 90's vibe to it, as the name suggests. A place like Nissa, original and vibrant.

If you would like to visit Melrose Place, it can be found in Paris at 18 Beaunier, from Tuesday to Friday 11am to 7pm and on Saturdays from noon to 8pm.

Or online, on Facebook and Instagram.

For my part, I can't wait to visit, as some pieces look so cute and Nissa promised that prices are low! :)

Pictures by Nissa herself!

I was extremely lucky to have been invited to the Fairtrade Press Day Event on the day that I arrived in London.

The fact that I headed directly downtown after landing (my room was ready at the end of the afternoon), made for a packed MsBubu at media event. Everyone was lovely about it :) That's for the little story.

I was actually invited by People Tree, but many fair trade companies were there and even though it is something dear to my heart, I must admit that I'm still new to this world, so I learnt about most of them on the spot.

People Tree is recognized by customers and the fashion industry as a pioneer in Fair Trade and environmentally sustainable fashion. For over twenty years, People Tree has partnered with Fair Trade artisans and farmers in the developing world to produce a collection of ethical and eco fashion. Fair Trade is about creating a new way of doing business, creating access to markets and opportunities for people who live in the developing world.

They were showcasing their A/W 2014 collection, and mainly the pieces from their collaboration with designer Zandra Rhodes. Zandra Rhodes is known for her out there appearance and the boldness of her designs. Her pieces for People Tree is in the same line, of course, with bright patterns that reminds us of the sixties.

It was really difficult to capture the rreal vibrancy of the colours of the Zandra Rhodes pieces, unfortunately. But a look at the People Tree Video showcases it perfectly. 

Besides the Zandra Rhodes pieces, there were other garment form their regular line, which I did snapped some pics of. Made with 100% organic cotton, they were extremely soft and nothing next to the cotton I am used to. 

I was also pleased with their jewellery collection. Look at this lovely bird charm on the necklace!

 

  

 

Do you like People Tree? What are your favourite Fair Trade brands (food, beauty, fashion, etc.)?

Now that you’ve got the basics down, get ready to flaunt and shine in your golden wardrobe!