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HOLGA - ABANDONED

There is an abandoned stretch of buildings nearby where I've taken lots photos and written about my adventures before. The other day I purchased some Ilford's SFX 200 "black and white camera film with extended red sensitivity for creative photography" and knew the abandoned buildings would be a great place to experiment with this infared film. I used a red filter made of a light red plastic Holga filter and a couple of layers of red transparent plastic and got some dramatic effects on this sunny day. If I can get a red filter that's deep enough the green vegetation should photograph as white. I know I could buy a deep red glass filter for $80 but somehow putting that on an inexpensive plastic Holga doesn't seem right.





The snack bar roof collapsed over the winter.






A run on photo of the old gas station.

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THEY ARE CASUAL , BUT TRENDY AND VERY AFFORDABLE! LOVE BRANDY:)

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WE ALSO GOT HOH NECKLACE IN STOCK AGAIN!

LOVE NICOLE RICHIE DESIGN♥

SUCH A GREAT ACCENT FOR YOUR PLAIN OUTFIT.

OR

YOU CAN TOTALLY DRESS UP WITH THE JEWELY.

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FLEABAG for Club Monaco

So I think that I've found the perfect bag for this fall season. I recently signed up to receive updates from Club Monaco. A couple of days ago I got an email from the store announcing that it was going to team up with the company FLEABAG to launch a line of hand stitched leather market bags.

It was love at first sight! I can't believe how incredible the bags are ... I have to have one! Not only are these bags stylish but they are also eco-friendly. Score.

I have a thing for large totes as I have grown accustomed to carrying around my life in a purse. That is why I was overjoyed to see that these totes are not only fashionable but are also large enough to carry around all my necessities.

Fleabag is originally a New York company and until now the bags were only widely available in the United States (with the option to ship to Canada). This collaboration with Club Monaco means that these fabulous bags will be available for all Canadians.

Unfortunately there is no price on the Club Monaco website. I really hope that the bag doesn't cost a fortune because then I'll have to decide whether to buy groceries or a FLEABAG! Tough Decision

Club Monaco is located at the Rideau Mall. Keep an eye out for these market bags this Fall.

Engagement story

We got engaged in New York. He was there on business and I'd joined him there for the weekend. Whilst he was in meetings, I was busy popping into all the expensive jewellery stores on Fifth Avenue, looking for the ring (I wasn't going to let him choose!). That was so much fun.

I knew it was going to be Tiffany's, though. Walking into their flagship store was an experience in itself and upstairs where all the engagement rings are (or were, at least), I even saw (a) Holly Golightly! Seriously.

I chose two rings and 'reserved' them. The sales assistant was polite but not super friendly or anything. He did ask for my boyfriend / fiancé's name before I left.

And the next day, we walked in. He recognised me, then looked at my fiancé. He suddenly became the most charming person ever. With a big smile, he walked over to meet us and addressed my fiancé by name. Maybe I should have been offended by this transformation but I was too amazed and impressed!

Another funny thing I remember is that every time we wanted to look at a ring by the big window (different lighting), the sales assistant had to 'inform' the bodyguard. Yes, there was a bodyguard standing by the window! Did they think we were going to jump out of the window with the ring?! 

Now tell me your story! Did you know he was going to propose? Did you choose the ring with him? 

Or how do you want it to be?

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REYKJAVÍK - sunna, sæbraut, 07/08/10

The photos of the two first days at LungA Festival in Iceland are up on my visual diary.

AFTER BEACH...

IT GETS LITTLE CHILL, RIGHT?


OR LIKE TODAY, WHEN ITS NOT TOO HOT BUT NOT SO COLD,


YOU NEED SOMETHING LIKE.......

THOSE FROM CHASER. VERY COMFORTABLE:)

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AND SO DO I.

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EML FINAL - SHOWTIME!

4 days in and our 12 EML recruits are walking, talking and dressing like models... but can they pass the ultimate test - the FASHION SHOW?

Dress rehearsal gets underway

After a leisurely Thursday breakfast at the fashion-fabulous Mayfair hotel the girls strolled round to the final show venue, the incredible One Mayfair to crack on with the main event. Rehearsals got underway immediately, with the girls taking their first steps on a real catwalk under the guidance of last year's winner, Nyasha Matonhodze. 

Nyasha shows the girls how it's done

The terribly talented Toni & Guy Art Team were once again on hand to coif the girls to perfection, with celeb makeup artists Daniel Sandler  and his team supplying the makeup. All a-flutter in their Eylure lashes and ready to rock their Warehouse looks, the spotlight moment arrived for our finalists... look out for show and winner pictures here over the weekend!

Louise gets some practice on the other side of the camera

EML FINAL - THE STYLE DAY

The week is flying by and now it's time for our 12 Elite Model Look finalists to chill out and enjoy the model lifestyle before tomorrow's big final show. The day started with a morning visit to the ultra-glam Urban Retreat at Harrods, where the girls were treated to makeup classes, skincare consultations, manicures and massages... all primped and preened and so relaxed we had to drag the dozing models off to their next appointment. Well they deserved a nap.... 

Another blast of catwalk workshop at the agency was followed by a trip to lovely style partner WAREHOUSE's flagship store in Argyll Street. The girls got the red carpet treatment as the store was closed especially for them to shop, while Warehouse's stylists helped them pick out the perfect model looks.

Just one sleep left before the big show!

Say cheese!

I am seriously addicted to Parmesan!

I can't seem to live without it these days. I use it in salads, soups, pasta and risotto dishes obviously, and fish for (I think) the first time last night (it was a Jamie Oliver recipe). The official website says Parmesan is perfect as a starter, main and dessert! (See their serving suggestions here.)

Dessert? Yes, apparently you can have parmesan with fruit. Have you tried it? I'm not too sure about this.

But what I'm even more unsure about is parmesan ice cream. What do you think?!

Photos

from CURRENT ELLIOTT.

It was beautiful day today!


Perfect day for laying down on the beach and get tan, then SHOP by the beach.... I wish I could!!!!


Thank you for everybiody stop by and shop at turquoise today:)


Today, we got new army pant from CURRENT ELLIOTT.

from CURRENT ELLIOTT army pant in pave olive

if you are tired of a reglar army pant, try this one! very comfortable too:)



of course, we have....

those worn by celebrities♥

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Montreal - Bonaventure Metro Station

Living in a rural area I'm always eager to take public transportation when in metropolitan areas. On our recent trip to Montreal I headed for the Metro. One of my favorite stations is the Bonventure Metro Station located under Place Bonaventure. It's very plain when compared to other stations which have festive art on their walls. Bonaventure is rather dark and grey with its poured concrete walls and slightly Mackintosh style lighting fixtures.


A simple sign on the outer wall of Place Bonaventure.


Once inside the station there are signs everywhere as this station connects to two train (gare) stations, buses, major avenues and underground shopping areas.

In fact not only can one access two train stations but one can also via the underground shopping malls walk from the Bonaventure Metro Station on the Orange Line to the McGill Metro Station on the Green Line. A very nice walk past stores and food courts in both hot summer and frigid winter weather.


Inside the Bonaventure Metro Station.


Lots of overhead lights.


A closer view of the lights.


An elevator in the right side of the photos goes down to the platform for those who need to use one.


Platform.


Train on the right side pulling into the station.