I've got a looooooot of favourites lined up because it's been a while since my last favourites post. I did a little reflecting on the past few months and narrowed down the things I've been obsessed with the most. It was really hard to select only a few, so I can assure you that I will most likely have another favourites post coming up soon.

Zara - Leather Jacket

TV - Black Mirror Season 3
My good friend recommended this show to Tiff, so we decided to try it out together and I'm glad we did. The point of the show is to demonstrate the impact of technology on modern society, which really puts into perspective how much it controls our every day lives. Every episode is unrelated to one another, individually containing it's own story, characters and slightly terrifying truth about how technology shapes our world. I'd really recommend this show if you enjoy fucked up, emotionally draining, makes-you-think type of shows, which are my favourite! (Not sure what that says about my personality though...) I can't wait to go back and watch the first two seasons as well!

Music - "Hope" by The First Station
Another favourites post means another deep house track for you! I love how there's a little mix of everything in this song - chill vocals, deep house beats, and a very subtle hint of trap? Yes please. I've been practicing some shuffling to this song for a while now and it is always one of my favourite tracks to get down to.

Music - "Shape of You" by Ed Sheeran
I don't think there's ever been an Ed Sheeran song I haven't loved, and with the release of his new song, Shape of You, he's really outdone himself. This song has been on repeat since its release and it's still impossible for me not to dance and sing along. It's that type of track that will never grow old. You are a musical God, Ed Sheeran.

PINK - Duffel Bag

After bringing this bag to Europe with me as my carry-on and also using it as my gym bag, this bag has become a necessity for me - for travel and for fitness! It's small enough that it's not cumbersome to carry but big enough to fit all my required belongings. It also serves as a "shove everything inside and go" bag whenever I have a lot of crap to bring to a friend's place. I never really pictured a duffel bag being a necessity, but now that I've used this one multiple times, there's no way I could survive without it!

Hip Hop Classes
I stepped out of my comfort zone this year and enrolled into adult hip hop classes. My only experience with dance was from two to three years of classes when I was younger and playing Just Dance on the Wii (that totally counts, ok). I've always wanted to be a dancer, I just never pursued it and I definitely regret it. A friend and I decided to finally sign up for a session and it has been so much fun to let loose and a great alternative for cardio, especially since I hate running. I really suggest that if you are hesitant about trying something, you should challenge yourself and go for it!


Macbook Pro and Marble Case
Back in August I finally purchased a brand new MacBook and upgraded from the 13-inch to the 15-inch, and let me tell ya, best decision I've ever made. Now that I'm out of school, lugging around a laptop is no longer a worry for me, so I was more than ready to invest in the larger sized MacBook. My old laptop was pretty beat up from hauling it to school every day, so I made sure to also purchase a cover this time. I got this blue marble one from Urban Outfitters (no longer available) and if you know me, you would know how in love I am with marbled anything.

What were you favourites of the past few months? Do you have any suggestions for what products/shows I should try out? Let me know in the comments below!

Merry Belated Christmas!

I can't believe it's been a year already. Remember when I said I felt like 2015 was going to be a good one? Time definitely flew right by this year and I've got to say: I was right - 2015 has been one of the most amazing & memorable years of my life. Not only did I graduate from University, I got to travel back to Europe and I also got my first big girl full-time job! The next major life milestone? Buy my own puppy!

The holidays have always been my favourite time of the year and this year is no exception (aside from catching a nasty cold). It's my first winter in almost twenty years that I didn't have to study, write exams or worry about grades - in other words, I had a shit ton of spare time on my hands. I was actually able to get my Christmas shopping done early and completely focus on preparing for the holiday season. 

Thank you to everyone who spoiled me or spent time celebrating with me this year. I am truly grateful for everyone in my life - especially the people who I've celebrated multiple Christmases with. Spending quality time with family and friends is always my favourite thing to do with all this time off. And the food. And the boxing day shopping. Ooooohhhhh boy did I ever shop this past weekend.. but we'll get in to that another time..

I hope everyone reading this has had an amazing holiday with all of your loved ones! Here's what I was pleasantly gifted this year:  

So this is a pretty big deal, right?

After four very long years, I finally finished my undergraduate degree! It's a bittersweet thing - knowing that all the stressful nights are over but also no longer spending so much time with all the wonderful people I've met.

For those who don't care to read about my University experience - I'll get right to the point of this post: my graduation outfit! And if you do care enough to hear my thoughts about school as well as some more pictures from the day of my grad, I'll have them below.

I can't be the only one who thinks that every big occasion needs a brand new dress, even if I already own a closet full. I looked through at least hundreds of dresses, both at the mall and online, but this floral dress from Windsor was everything I was hoping to find. This was my first time ordering from Windsor and I was more than pleased by the fit and quality of the dress. I picked up the heels from a local Nine West outlet, which were on sale for $60 CAD! I couldn't find them online but there were quite a few available in store (and in other colours as well!).

I remember the night I thought I was going to fail the most important class of my life and didn't stop crying until I eventually fell asleep. I remember how much it hurt to learn that my "high school sweetheart" never even cared about me. I remember the time I doubted that I was in the right program and I had wasted all my time and money.  I remember the time I couldn't get anything right no matter how hard I tried. I remember the fights, the crying, the stress and the pressure. But isn't that a beautiful thing? To have gone through all the pain and all the drama, but to still stand here and say it was all worth it? The amount of times I felt worthless and helpless - those moments were worth it. The times I felt useless and alone, they were worth it. All the struggles I went through became some of the most life changing experiences I had ever faced. I am so thankful for my struggles because I've never been happier than I am right now. I've never been so ready and excited to take on the next chapter in my life.


I lost friends, had my heart broken, received some of the worst marks I've ever had in my academic career, bombed my first real job interview, gotten into fights and cried myself to sleep more times that I can count on any of my fingers. But then I gained new friends of whom I could never picture my life without, met someone who put value back into my life and taught me how to love again, received some of the best marks I've ever had in my academic career, aced the next two job interviews and was hired by both, and I've learnt how to wake up with a positive mindset - even after a rough night.



It was a fucking roller-coaster of emotions, but I wouldn't change it for the world. I truly do believe that everything has to get worse before it can get better. The one thing I truly learnt from these past four years is that happiness isn't something you expect to happen - it's something you create for yourself. There are days when things will be rough and it's okay to be sad, but the important lesson is how you regain your positivity and move forward. Don't be afraid of your struggles, value them, because one day it'll all be worth it. I promise.

I want to end this post by thanking all the people who have helped shape my life into what it is today. From my parents who have literally devoted their entire lives to giving me everything I've ever needed to my many best friends who have supported me and been there for me every step of the way, I couldn't have done this without any of you. To my classmates who have become a second family to me, I will miss your faces, all of our laughs and good times spent together and I literally would not have survived these four years if it weren't for you all. And lastly, to the most amazing boyfriend who sat by my side when I was studying alone, brought me food during my late nights at school, who continuously encouraged me to try harder and hugged me close when I was stressed, I love you with all of my heart. I couldn't have been more blessed to have found you because you make me a better person and have brought nothing but happiness back into my life.

I am so excited to start something new, to face more challenges and take on whatever life throws my way. But first - A WHOLE SUMMER OF CELEBRATING! Love you guys so much,