What I Got For Christmas: Part 2

Although this package from my BFF did arrive before Christmas. I didn't have time to make it to my post office to pick it up.

But I rushed to the post office after work today, finally it is in my possession. Yay!

My BFF, I call her Laysa. I've been calling her that since 1997. Her real name will remain anonymous. We love gifting our own favourites to one another. We love humour ♥

This year Laysa sent me a box load of KITTENS. Grey ones and Orange ones. Just joking! Look at the pictures and you will see what I mean.

List of Gifts...

2 CD - May 2013 San Francisco Trip. Laysa and I walked, cabbed, bused all around town. Here is the evidence that we were there :)

1 CD - New Tunes from Arcade Fire, A$AP Rocky, Bruno Mars, Daft Punk, Drake, Fitz & The Tantrums (yes I have tantrums lol), Justice, Kendrik Lamar & Kings of Leon.

Seche Vite - dry fast top coat. I heard a lot of good things about this top coat from YouTube. Can't wait to try it.

I've been wanting to try this for ages. It's been so talked about on YT.

Ghirardelli chocolate squares - Peppermint Bark. Awww I remember we were looking for this in the Ghirardelli factory and store. No luck in the summer.

Laysa found 'em. Well we tried to find them in the off season of Summer.

Vero Moda - A gold chevron sparkly top, just in time for New Years yay! I love this brand and have bought this brand for Laysa for years.

Here's the fierce gold chevron tee Laysa got me. I love it! It's not too sparkly so I can still wear it to work :)

I also received a gluten free bible from Laysa. A cookbook I already own, but to my surprise the recipes are different. Too funny :)

Laysa got my GF Bible a friend :) And the recipes are different! YAY!

Thank you thank you thank you

I love it all! I miss my BFF!

Hope you all liked what Laysa gave me for Christmas. Was Santa good to you this year? 

Tell me what was your favourite Christmas present this year in the comments below. You'll be entered into a draw for a Soap & Glory Body Butter.

Also listed a few Balea masks from my stocking.

Some stocking stuffers from Beau.

Happy Holidays♡♥♡

Love at First Sight :) Awww I used to collect those fuzzy reindeer stickers in grade school.

Kitty cats :)

Love the personal messages with each present.

Fashion: What I Wore to Christmas Dinner

Hello All,

Although I love Christmas I don't necessarily always wear red or green for the festive season. This year I decided to go with the neutrals. I wore mainly browns, camels and denim. I tried my best to find images of my clothes online. As some pieces are over 10 years old. I didn't have any luck with finding photos. Here is a list of items I wore to my family's Christmas dinner below.

| Clothing | Shoes | Accessories |

Merona Polka Dot Jeans - Target

http://m.target.com/p/merona-women-s-skinny-denim-jean-modern-fit-polka-dot-print/-/A-14625657

Merona Leopard Top - Target

http://m.target.com/p/merona-women-s-scoop-neck-chiffon-blouse-assorted-prints/-/A-14588635

Zara Camel Cropped Cardigan (about 10 years old)

Pandora Heart Charm Necklace

Aldo Shavonda Boots

Gap Down Vest (about 10 years old also)

Polka dot socks from Target

| Makeup |

Dr.Jart+ Detox BB Cream

Avon Mineral Pressed Powder in Sand Beige

Babylips in Cherry

Hard Candy Stroke of Gorgeous Eyeliner in Brown

Maybelline Lipstick in Fifth Ave Fuchsia

What did you wear to your Christmas dinner this year?

Happy Holidays,

Vivian

What I got for Christmas: Part 1

Hello All,

I'm back with a gifts from Santa part 1 post. Some gifts are a little late as I couldn't get to the post office in time.

I am doing this post due to it's popularity on the internet, this is not because of a bragging matter.

Disclaimer: all these items were purchased with my own money and/or gifted by friends and loved ones.

| Bath & Body |

Soap & Glory Body Butter Trio

Soap & Glory Beginner's Set with Self Righteous Butter, Scrub of your Life & Clean on Me

Burberry Tender Body Milk

Estee Lauder Modern Muse Eau de Parfum

Spa Utopia Gift Certificate

Sonia Kashiuk Red Promisia Crème Body Wash

| Edibles |

Lifesaver Gummies

Starburst Minis

BBQ Corn nuts

Purdy's Smoothies

Tetley Honey Lemon Ginseng Green Tea

Arizona Green Tea

Purdy's Haystacks

Altoids Cinnamon mints

| Wearables |

Heart pendant necklace

Fluffy White Sweater

Marled grey jogging pants

Snowman PJ's

Slipper boots

Polka dot Jeans

Boot socks ×3

| Skin & Beauty |

Giovanni D:tox Purifying Facial Cleanser

Jordana's twist and shine moisturizing balm stain in 04 Candied Coral

Jordana's twist and shine moisturizing balm stain in 03 Tropical Frenzy

Balea Face Masks

Essence nail polish in 105 Party Princess

| Readables |

The Greek Myths by Stephen P Kershaw

Grace Hammer by Sara Stockbridge

You can find Part Two of What I got for Christmas at the link below:

http://maydaydesigns.blogspot.ca/2013/12/what-i-got-for-christmas-part-deux.html

Christmas Gift Ideas for Her 3.0

Cuddly soft slipper boots to keep her toes warm.

These adorable neon pink owls are just a hoot. Keep those feet warm on the coldest days.

Black and white snowflake pom pom scarf for the festive season.

Thinsulate lined mittens can withstand the cold better than regular fleece lined ones.

A little blusher to add some color to her cheeks during the winter. Pink Sprint blusher by Sleek Makeup.

Riding boots are a must for the Fall and Winter seasons. They keep her feet warm and the pant legs dry from rain and snow.

A silk blouse in her favorite color. Mandarin collar silk blouse by Joe Fresh.

Bow Print Sateen PJ pants add a luxurious feel to sleepwear. Available at Joe Fresh.

There's nothing like a great pair of skinny jeans. My personal favorites are the Gap Always Skinny jeans.

Perhaps a new phone case for her mobile.

For Technology Savy individuals, a chic carrying case for her iPad.

Cute hair accessories. I like this one for the girls with dark hair, the two birds will appear to be floating in her hair.

A little bling for the girls with light hair. A perfect gift just in time for New Years Glam.

For someone that enjoys her tunes without noise disturbances. Sony Noise Canceling headphones.

2013/11-12: November & December Favourites

Hello All,

Sorry for being away for so long. I simply didn't have anything new to share. But now I'm back with a favorites post.

Ear Ache Remedy: Saje Clear Ear tincture $14.95 at Saje.ca

Since cold and flu season has begun I've been getting earaches here and there. I swear this tincture works wonders and I've been using it for many years. It has never failed me.

La Senza supersoft underwear

A bit odd to share this but I must say these are the most comfortable underwear I've ever owned. I've tried many luxury brands before, but I end up going back to these.

Avia Sports Bras

Yes I did, I admit that I don't just wear them to the gym. I live in them. They work with a lot of the clothes I wear and they come in multiple colors and styles.

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter

I must say this smells like YSL Baby doll. Well it doesn't just smell nice, it moisturizes well too. The scent lingers quite a while too. So usually after application I don't need to put perfume on.

Manic Panic Semi Permanent Hair Color in Vampire Red

This hair does work on my dark brown hair, but looks rather faint. I do like how you can only see my red highlights in the bright sunlight though.

Sneaker Balls Shoe Freshener

No one wants their shoes to smell. These deodorant balls really do work. You can buy them at most shoe stores, Winners, Marshall's & TJ Maxx.

Maybelline Lipstick 160 Fifth Ave. Fuchsia

I usually wear neutral tones, but occasionally I need a pick me up bright shade. This is the one lipstick I have been gravitating to the most this past month and a half.

LaCoupe orgnx Coconut & Macadamia Oil Shampoo

LaCoupe orgnx Coconut & Macadamia Oil Conditioner

These are a great simple every day shampoo and conditioner. Free of parabens, gluten or sulfates. It moisturizes my hair and doesn't make my scalp itchy.

Blistex Lip Medex

When weather changes, I tend to have random dry patches on my lips. This lip balm is like magic, it cured my dry patches in just two days.

Geodeo deodorant in Island

This is 97% natural, works well in deodorizing, smells great and doesn't irritate my skin.

Elf Daily Brush Cleaner

Affordable and efficient reminder to clean your brushes daily. The scent is a bit of a turn off for me, but I compensate by dripping a few drops of essential oils onto the paper towel in which I am cleaning my brush with. Certain essential oils also add disinfecting properties to the cleaner.

Live Clean Green Earth Invigorating body wash with Eucalyptus

Just an every day body wash that doesn't over dry my skin or cause skin irritations.

Danier Farrah Olive Leather Bag

This lovely butter soft leather purse has been a hit in my wardrobe. I specifically bought it to match a pair of brown boots I've recently purchased. I don't like matchy matchy, so I went for the laid back look. This purse can be worn as a handbag, shoulder bag or messenger bag. I enjoy the versatility very much.

Snuggles Lavender Dryer Sheets

I can't seem to get tired of the smell of Lavender.

Please let me know if you have questions about my favorites for the last month or so. Leave me comments below. 

Let me know what your favorites are this month.