cheap looking

mjaroundtheway:

Decided to sell some of my barely-worn’s in order to make space for our new baby!
Anything that won’t sell within a month, I’ll be putting it on consignment, so if you’re interested, might as well get on it now before it gets marked up!

» MJ’s Closet

Coming into its 8th year, Spend on Trend is returning to Heritage Hall in mid-September. These are one of my favorite shopping events to attend because of the variety of local designers; it’s always so exciting to see what Vancouver designers come up with for the season and it’s rarely disappointing.

September 14-16
Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street, Vancouver)
$5 at the door (or print out the coupon above for 2 for 1)
» Spend on Trend

Thursday, July 26
12pm - 8pm
717 East Hastings Street, Vancouver

Up to 80% off on Rachel Comey, Rachel Comey Shoes, Tucker, Whit, Suno and more!

»ALIFE Vancouver

The Empire Landmark Hotel is hosting a Summer Midnight Madness Sale from June 21st to 24th!



Empire Landmark Hotel
1400 Robson Street, Vancouver

Credit, Debit & Cash Accepted.

» More info here.

Violet Boutique will be having a summer sale starting June 15, 2012.

“Enjoy 40% off your favorite designers: Rachel Comey, Tucker, Cotelac, Suno, Paul and Joe Sister and more.”

» Violet Boutique
3012 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC

Give yourself a mini-makeover before celebrating Father’s Day at Wish List Boutique this weekend!

Get 25% off all weekend long with complimentary make-up demos, salt scrubs by Lejum, mini-manicures and a self-tanning demo by St.Tropez.

Wish List Boutique
2811 West Broadway,
Vancouver, BC

» More info here.

Skout Agency is having a massive sample sale next weekend!

May 24-26
1355 Parker Street
Vancouver, BC
CASH ONLY (ATM on-site)

» Skout Agency

May 19-20
10am - 5pm
8680 Cambie Street

» Kersh

From April 27-29, if you bring in any skin care, fragrance or cosmetic product (full or empty), receive a $10 voucher for any skin care, cosmetic or fragrance purchase of $75 or more at »The Bay.

Semi-Annual Warehouse Sale - April 27 to 29 
Huge discounts (60-80% off) on all the favourites like Covet, DRC, Marshall Artist, Supremebeing, Dept, Good Society, Slvdr, and much more!  Men’s and women’s clothing and accessories!

Lüt Boutique
4219 Main Street
Vancouver, B.C
» More Info

NLA / Livestock Sample Sale - April 27 to 29
Various shoe sizes
Kids, Infant, Toddler & Junior Sizes
Brands: Emerica, Altamont, LRG, Dragon, 32, Etnies, Omit, Fresh Jive, Native Shoes, L*Space, Generic Surplus, Metal Mulisha
(See more brands at www.nla.bc.ca)

1523 East Pender Street
Cash or Cheque Only – ATM ON SITE
» More Info





Dakota Group Spring Sample Sale - April 26 to 28
Brands such as Matt & Nat, Line&Dot, Mackage, BB Dakota, Chinese Laundry and more.

#102 - 256 West 7th Avenue @ Columbia
Vancouver, BC
» More Info

Brock Agency Sample Sale - April 26 - April 29
Enza Costa, Bandolera, Makers Denim, Salt & Pepper, Klaya, Patrizia and more…
#120 - 1355 Parker Street
Vancouver, BC

» More Info

Just got back from the 5th Annual Nifty for Fifty shopping event. For those who haven’t been, it’s one of the best opportunities to score some great locally made clothing and accessories. Nothing is over $50, and you get to meet the designers!

I tried on a lot of lovely pieces, but none that I could wear during my pregnancy (and I was thisclose to buying them anyways in hopes of wearing them afterwards).

On my way out, I happened across a table with these cute leather collar necklaces and couldn’t pass it up, so I ended up purchasing these two ($20 each) from Bianca Barr: 

She even added the gold feather pendant on the collar for me!

She’s got some additional great accessories on her »Etsy page.

Thanks for another great one, Nifty for Fifty!

Went to the »ReFashion event this morning with my girlfriend, Danielle. Seeing as I’m 5 months pregnant, I wasn’t expecting to find many “baby bump-friendly” clothes, so I didn’t expect to find anything for myself but was prepared to help Danielle look for some wearable wonders for herself.

Boy, was I wrong!

Not only did Danielle find some great pieces for herself, but I found some nice ones for myself, too!



Tunic Dress, $10
I saw this cute tunic the second I walked into the event and bought it right away. The eyelet detail on the shoulders are what sold me, along with the elastic waist band (translation = baby bump friendly!)

Calvin Klein Blouse, $10
I could always use more work-friendly clothes and this one is made of a stretchier fabric allowing me to wear it during pregnancy and afterwards! Score!





Zara Box Blouse, $25
I passed by this shirt but didn’t pick it up, thinking it was too big for me but after doing a round, I saw that it was still hanging on the rack. Even though it’s a size Large, I tried it on only because it matched my shoes and was pleasantly surprised. Love the gold buttons running down the back.



Babydoll Hoodie, $15
I’ve been looking far and wide for something exactly like this - a comfortable hoodie I can wear without feeling like a pregnant sausage. I found this in a bin with a similar hoodie in army green, but I favored this navy one more.

Great event and looking forward to attending the next one (maybe even selling!)

(photo credit: Adhesif)

The 5th Annual Nifty for Fifty event is happening this Sunday at Heritage Hall.

Sunday, April 22, 2012
11am - 8pm
Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street)
»More info

”Nifty for Fifty started out as a glorified fashion garage sale, says event
producer and Adhesif Clothing designer Melissa Ferreira. It started with
only a few designers and now it¹s like Boxing Day in April!”

I had a great time at the event last year (Check out my review from last year’s event here) and will definitely be checking it out again.

The indie-designer list is extensive and includes:

Adhesif Clothing
Allison Wonderland
Borgy Borga
Bueno Style
Bianca Barr
BPA Metalcraft
Carnal Design
Carny Love
Carylann Loeppky
Daub + Design
Erin Templeton
Floating Gold Iceberg
Forsya Boutique
Flight Path Designs
Honeywild
Irit Sorokin Designs
Jennifer Jones Jewelry
KITSCHKRAFT
Mitmunk
Morena
Nateah Studios
Paired Hummigbirds
Patina & Bronsino
Phaulet Resin Jewellery
Raven’s Rest Studio
Sola Fiedler
Toodles by Toodlebunny
Trunkshow
Unconventional Jewellery
Whisper Jewels


»More info

It’s Clinique Bonus Time at Sears until May 8th.

I remember when I was younger, my mom would always be on the lookout for Clinique Bonus Time, since it was her favorite skincare line. She passed the love down to me and now I love Clinique…

These are my favorite Clinique products:


Even Better Makeup SPF 15 ($31)
Goes on light but still covers well and has built-in sunscreen for when the Sun actually decides to come out. More info…


Almost Powder Makeup SPF15 ($30)
Long-wearing and great to wear on its own. More info…


Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion - Dry, Combination ($29)
Can’t go wrong with the basics. This keeps my skin moisturized under makeup and the gel version is great too. More info…

» Shop Now