Shopbop Has New Markdowns!

Always a dangerous day for my "savings" when the Shopbop markdown email appears in my inbox.

They have a load of goodies at 30% off, including this adorable Madewell dress that would be perfect for spring (which really is JUST around the corner). Once $148, it is now only $106.87. It must be mine.

An admitted cardigan addict, I'm also coveting this Ami Dans La Rue casual look in black. Marked down from $225 to $162.48, it's a must have.

And lastly this Free People tunic is too cute for words. It's only $41, which means you can order one in every colour (right?).

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The Prettiest Thing...

Last night were the 2011 Golden Globes, and though I have no idea who won what, I do know that Emma Roberts killed it in this amazing Julien Macdonald dress at the In Style After Party.

Who What Wear calls it their look of the day and I couldn't agree more. I'm loving the effortless look of this very pretty ensemble.

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The Bachelor is BACK

It's Monday, and that means we get to watch a legion of single women fight over the heart of one Brad Womack tonight on every lady's guilty pleasure; The Bachelor.

Why does every season of this show have to have some crazy girl named Michelle? First with Jake, we had the insane (and apparently super sensitive) Michelle; the girl who never dries her eyes because another good cry is just a commercial break away.

Now we have birthday girl Michelle, and yes, she is very beautiful, but come on. If you watched last week's episode, you were cringing as much as I was throughout the entire two hours. Not only did she mention it was her birthday every chance she got, but she was so aggressive with Brad it was laughable. Michelle is definitely not there to make friends...

Here is Bachelor alum Molly Mesnick's recap of last week's episode. Can't wait to watch tonight's drama/comedy (let's be honest, this show has more of a comedic element than ABC would like to let on).

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Beach House

One of the most highly praised albums of 2010 is one you've likely never even heard. No, I'm not talking about My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (although that is arguably the greatest album to be released in years). Beach House, Teen Dream has been called the best album of 2010 by music lovers across the board. Their sound is airy and relaxing; the perfect album to have on while you do the dishes, read a book or chat with a friend on the couch.

Pitchfork rates the album a 9.0 out of 10 and has it listed in their Best New Music category. They describe Teen Dream as;

"the most diverse and most listenable of their three full-lengths, and yet it never seems like a compromise. It feels like the product of careful, thoughtful growth, bringing in new influences-- bits of mid-1970s Fleetwood Mac, sparkling indie pop, even a few soul and gospel touches--- while maintaining the group's core sound."

2010 was a big year for Beach House, touring with the likes of Grizzly Bear, Vampire Weekend and appearing on Conan. Though the album is almost a year old now, it's one that is not to be missed. Check out one of my favourite songs on Teen Dream, Zebra.

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Hello 2011!

Happy New Year all!

Classic Christmas Dinner at the Caissie's

It's hard to believe 2010 has come and gone so fast, but here we are; new beginnings. Time to start making promises to ourselves of healthier diets, less drinking and more studying. Nothing wrong with a little self improvement and setting goals to keep ourselves occupied until the next holiday (Easter?? That seems like a long ways away).

In any event, I hope you all had a lovely break. It was great to visit my friends and family on the east coast, even with a minor weather induced setback on my return to Vancouver. I'm looking forward to settling into my daily routine and doing lots of blogging. Over the last month I've thought of so many new ideas to write about, and cannot wait to share.

With the return of Gossip Girl, a new group on Teen Mom and a long lineup of great bands coming to Vancouver, you can expect to hear lots from me in the coming weeks. Until then, let's just enjoy these last couple days of vacation, and drink our last Rum and Eggnog before diet mode is in full effect.

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Tis The Season...

Finished product 

...To be busy as can be! I have been so swamped over the last week getting ready for Christmas and travelling east to visit my parents in New Brunswick that I've had absolutely no time to blog. I don't see the hustle and bustle settling down anytime soon either, so I'm officially putting all blogging on hold until I return to Vancouver on the 29th. You understand, right?

I've been keeping busy with the usual suspects; baking gingerbread cookies, decorating Christmas trees, buying last minute gifts and spending way too much time in airports due to delayed flights and nasty weather. (It's the most wonderful time of the year...?? For sure.).

Hope you all have a lovely holiday season!

Making gingerbread cookies with my friend Julie

Decorating my apartment 

Pretty tree ornaments 

Mom putting the finishing touch on the tree

My pops

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Running Wilde; Running Out of Steam

Didn't you people learn anything from Arrested Development? You need to give these comedies a chance. Running Wilde is the funniest show on TV right now and it's about to get cancelled. Scratch that, it has been cancelled. Fox has announced that the remaining 5 episodes have been pulled, never to see the light of day.

It worries me that a show like Skating With the Stars will bring in more viewers than a hilarious show like Running Wilde (although let's be honest, Skating With the Stars is likely to be the most unintentionally hilarious show of 2011). Sometimes I picture the meeting at Fox when Skating With the Stars was first pitched... what was the immediate response around the table? Was everyone on board straight away, or did it take some convincing? In any event, I digress...

For those of you who haven't watched (which I'm guessing is all of you?) Running Wilde stars Will Arnett, Keri Russell and David Cross amongst numerous other familiar faces. It's a comedy about a wealthy oil heir (Arnett) and his childhood love, who just so happens to be a tree hugger (Russell). You can only imagine the hilarity that follows.

I can't wait for three years from now when people actually watch the 1st season of Running Wilde, and then petition for the movie. You guys know that doesn't really work, right? Like I said... have we learned nothing from Arrested Development?

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