Friday, July 29, 2011


Red lingerie set:  $3.06
Gold rose bracelet:  $1.29 (free with Ebay bucks!)
Silver rose/pearl ring:  $1.09

All off Ebay.

Thursday, July 28, 2011


Lace camisole set:  $1.55  @ Ebay
2 x Aquafina vitamin water:  free @ Superstore (RSP:  $1.79)
Lysol no touch hand soap dispenser:  free @ Superstore (RSP:  $10.99+)
Triscuit crackers:  free @ Superstore (RSP:  $2.49)

Since there was no tax today, I redeemed all of my FPC's-I had a few more I forgot to photograph.  They're supposed to include the tax anyway,  but it's a hassle to do that when you have more than one item.

Wednesday, July 27, 2011


Padded camisole set:  $2.56
Ruffled lace top:  $5.24

Both off Ebay.

The lace top was kind of a disappointment-it was entirely shapeless!  From the pictures below, I really thought it was fitted and padded at the top.  It ended up, basically, a glorified tube top:


Still..if it looks as gorgeous on me as it does on the model, I'll consider it a worthwhile purchase-I just wouldn't have been willing to pay as much if I knew about the build quality beforehand.

The lingerie on the other hand, was a total surprise-the quality was much better than expected!


The only problem is-the  cups are huge!  It was advertised as a C, but it looks more like a D/DD.  Well, at least it's pretty to look at..

Tuesday, July 26, 2011


Pink glitter leopard bangle:  $2 @ Dollarama
4 x 4 brag book:  free @ Wal Mart (RSP:  $10)

I loved the other  oneso much, I just had to pick up this one when I saw it-I would also pick up one in silver if that version exists.

Strangely, this one is smaller than the other one width-wise-it's almost half an inch smaller.  I didn't notice until I compared it to the one I had at home.

The photobook was free because of a promo-I thought it was a neat thing to have, but their regular price doesn't seem worth it for the quality.  Still, it's a cute, little, cheap thing.

Thursday, July 21, 2011


Pink padded bandeau bra:  $2.66 @ Ebay (RSP:  $6+)

Now I just need one in black and white.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011


Black satin corset w/ruffled trim:  $4.95 $3.35 @ Ebay (seller gave me a partial refund since there was a hole in it)

I wasn't that impressed when I too it out of the package-putting it on was a different story!  It has an incredibly flattering fit-I like that the hooks are adjustable, so I can loosen it up in the bust area.  That makes all of the difference when you don't have much up top...

Tuesday, July 19, 2011


Harper collins mug:  free
Dove nourishing care oil treatment travel sized sample:  free
Gold bikini:  $1.56 @ Ebay

I now have enough swimsuits to last me a lifetime-I probably won't buy anymore two-pieces unless I see a design I really like.  I am, however, still in the market for a nice padded monokini.

The rest of the things in the pictures were facebook freebies-I have an account solely for that purpose.

Sunday, July 17, 2011


Black gathered skirt:  $2 @ Sirens (RSP: $19)
Gold glitter leopard bangle:  $2 @ Dollarama
Pure protein bar:  free @ Superstore (RSP:  $1.89+)
Kit kat bar:  $.11 @ Superstore (RSP:  $.30)

I had a FPC for the protein bar-it expires at the end of the month, so I thought I might as well redeem it before I forget.

I also quit my job (finally!), so I won't have my precious discount card for much longer.  That's why I decided to sneak a kit kat in, though in retrospect, I wish I bought something more worthwhile price wise.  

Anyway, just had to throw in a little shopping to compensate for my morning.  I went to Dollarama and picked up the bangle I've been lusting after for over a year.  I'd always decide to leave it behind for one reason or another, only to find it gone the next time I arrive (and to find it out of stock for several months at a time).  I was still undecided today, but now I'm really glad I bought it-I love the gold glitter in the background!

Then I decided to go to the mall to check out their sidewalk sale-today was the last day.  It was the same mall I went to last time, except this time I ventured out to the further regions I don't normally bother to.  

It's pretty similar to the skirt I picked up last time, except it's made from a dressier material, and doesn't have the ruffled train at the front. 

Thursday, July 14, 2011


Black maxi dress:  $5.18 @ Ebay

I don't have any dresses in this style, so I thought I'd give them a try.  I'm not that crazy about the length, but maybe it'll grow on me.  The flattering photos suckered me in: 


Most of the ones I've seen have had extremely garish patterns, but I thought this one looked quite nice. 

The toiletries are samples that came in the mail.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011


Pink polka dot bikini:  $1.29
Blue polka dot bikini:  $1.54
Black underbust corset:  $5.06

All off Ebay.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011


Red sleeveless cheongsam dress:  $4.87
Blue cheongsam dress:  $3.50

Both off Ebay.

Friday, July 8, 2011


Black bustier top:  $1.99 @ Urban Behavior (RSP:  $36.80)
Black shirred skirt:  $2 @ Sirens (RSP:  $19)

I went to two sidewalk sales today-each produced one of the above!  I'm ecstatic I managed to find things I loved for amazing prices.  

I ended up buying the skirt in a much larger size than I usually take, because it was longer and draped more.  I'll have to take in the waistband, it fits pretty awkwardly on me.  

Still, I thought the design was quite pretty, and the waistband makes it easy to wear.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011


2 x Festive underwear:  $.05 each (RSP:  $1.88+ each)
Nascar titanium coated sunglasses:  $1 (RSP:  $9.99-$16.99)
Baby sock set:  $.07 (RSP:  $1+)
2 x Baby knit hat/glove set:  $.10 each (RSP:  $5.76 each)

This one was pretty out of the way: if I knew pickings were this slim, I probably wouldn't have gone.

The sunglasses were for my brother (amazing deal, they're even shatter resistant!), the underwear was for my mom, and the baby stuff was to give away.

Either that, or for my own future stash.  It seems kind of crazy, but how likely is it that I'll find baby stuff that cheap when I actually need it?

Tuesday, July 5, 2011


Blue/white striped bikini:  $1.66
Black/blue trimmed lingerie set:  $2.14
Swiffer dusters starter kit:  free (RSP:  $5.49)
Chapman's pens:  free
Yellow strawberry bikini:  $1.66
Black/white polka dot bikini:  $1.59

All of the clothing was off Ebay.  I bought them a long time ago-there was a huge delay due to the recent postal strike.  I'm just glad they arrived at all.

The swiffer kit was a brandvoice sample, while the pens were prizes from Chapman's Kids Club.

I really respect Chapman's for making this program available to their fans, especially with the stipulation that it's for kids 'of all ages'-that's why I have their ice cream in my fridge :P.

Monday, July 4, 2011


Metal flower necklace:  $2 (RSP:  $14.25)
Pegasus ring:  $2 (RSP:  $16.50)
Butterfly/flower pearl bracelet:  $2 (RSP:  $14.25)
Cameo pearl bracelet:  $2 (RSP:  $14.25)
Lace covered pearl bracelet:  $2 (RSP:  $12)
Gold tree earring holder:  $5 (RSP:  $22.75)

All @ Icing.

This is basically my favourite accessory store:  the styles are more mature, and it's easier to find 5 things opposed to 10 things to get that elusive deal.

I was pretty undecided about the earring holder, as I practically never wear earrings...but I do have a few pairs, so I might as well have something pretty to display them on.  I just love the little birds perched on the branch like that.

I love the pegasus cameo, but the proportions aren't pleasing for a ring.  I might convert it to a bracelet.

Spoon jeans - slate blue skinny jeans:  $3 (RSP:  $8-$42)
SHM - Caslow riding boots:  $9 (RSP:  $25-$32.99)

All @ Liquidation World.

I probably should have gone as soon as the sale hit, but prior engagements prevented me from doing so.  As a result, things were pretty picked over.

I was pretty undecided about the boots.  I like the style immensely, but the quality just wasn't there.  I would have gladly paid $5 for it, but $9 was really pushing it...$10 is my max for any non leather footwear.

The leopard print lining is what swayed me, that, and the fact that it's comfortable enough to wear for extended periods of time.  I'm going to be kicking myself if they go even lower later on..

I'm pretty set for jeans, but since I don't have any in this wash, it ended up coming home with me.  If any of the other ones go down in price, I might pick them up at that time.

Sunday, July 3, 2011


Tortoise shell frame sunglasses
Star sunglasses

$.10 each @ Liquidation World (RSP:  $2.99-$9.99)

I really never expected to ever find sunglasses for this price!  They were supposed to be $.30 each, which I thought was a steal already..but since they both needed a bit of work, I originally only picked up the second pair.  After discovering the actual price, I had to go back for another!

It turns out they're both from K mart.  The one with the punched out star is from their "Wild Heart" series, while the other is from their Jaclyn Smith line.  Considering the fact, I really wonder how old these pairs are...no matter, they look good to me!

Friday, July 1, 2011


Lace up oxford boots:  $4.99 @ Urban Behavior (RSP:  $59.50)

I've seen these boots for weeks-they never had my size, so I was beginning to inure myself to the idea of never owning them.

Still, I decided to look on a whim today-they had my size!  The ones I picked up were dark brown, and my friend actually found the ones above.  I liked the above color better, whereas she had no preference, so we ended up trading.  Hooray!