Update!

So I know I haven't posted in quite a while however I'm currently developing some awesome d.i.y's to share! I'm also slowly whipping my apartment into clean/organized/liveable space. Stay tuned!

ALSO!: Just as a side note Banana Republic Madmen collection comes out in less than three weeks!

Closet Chaos

I decided to do something crazy with my day off, well not that crazy. It all started when I started doing my laundry and while I was folding the fifteen pyjama t-shirts I seem to own I began wondering if it was about that time that I commit to purging all the clothes sitting in my closet collecting dust. So I researched some helpful tips that I want to share with you all to aide you in your next great closet undertaking.

When was the last time you wore that?
I think this is by far the best advice you'll ever come across when re-organizing your closet. If you haven't worn it in the past six months, or can't recall the last time you wore it, or if it's still got the tags on it. Toss it. Well don't necessarily toss it but give it to a friend or donate it. It will free up space and you won't miss it once it's gone.

If it's broke, don't fix it!
If you have a dress that's torn or needs mending and you've been meaning to get it fixed or fix it yourself and just haven't gotten around to it for almost a year get rid of it. You're wasting space and your time if you keep it.

Trends Die
Sooner or later (but hopefully sooner rather than later) that cute little crop top you bought will phase out and everyone will be on to bigger and better things. Those old trends that were great at the time aren't so great any more that's why they're called trends.

Getting Sentimental
We are all guilty of this. Grandma gave you a sweater for Christmas in 1995 and you still have it, and on top of it all you've never worn it? No offence to Gran but it's time to say goodbye, having memories attached to objects is no crime but if it's just collecting spider webs donate it or give it away. It may find a new life for someone else.

Regardless of all the good tips and tricks purging your closet is a process and definitely doesn't have to get done in one day. It's a process so take your time. I know my big closet clean up is definitely going to take a while, but it's a work in progress

Hope this helps!

Take a Bite Out of Lunch Costs

If you're as forgetful as I am, you more often than not might find yourself in the situation where you're purchasing your lunch basically everyday that you're working. But you might not know that by purchasing your lunch 4 or 5 times a week, you're throwing away money that could easily be saved!
Say for example on average you're spending about $8 to $10 on lunch everyday five days a week. That averages to approximately $40 to $50 dollars a week or $160 to $200 dollars a month, you could be spending between $1920 - $2400 a year! That much money could pay for: six pairs of shoes, five complete outfits, one handbag, and about $100 to $200 dollars worth of make up. Or round-trip airfare, hotel and tour expenses on a trip to pretty much anywhere in Europe. Really puts things into perspective huh?
But bringing your lunch to work in no way means you have to brown bag it and stock up on zip-lock bags galore. You can do it in style and while your saving money and looking chic you can also do your part to save the environment.

Box Appetit from black + blum

I purchased this amazing lunch container from the store I work for (however it is also available online) and not only was it relatively inexpensive (around $20) But it comes with handy compartments, a water tight seal, and a fork to boot!

Do yourself a favour and start bringing your lunch to work or school or wherever! You're doing a world of good not only to your wallet but also the environment, but more importantly you'll start noticing the difference in your finances instantly. And having a little extra cash kicking around never hurt anyone.

To the Victor Goes the...Ikea Spoils

Hi all,

So just a little background info with school coming up and everything I decided to clean up my life and whip my sad little apartment into shape. Which has prompted many trips to various big box stores to pick up storage containers and etc. This is from my most recent trip (literally just got back five minutes ago) from Ikea.

These were the fantastic items I picked up. You might ask why I'm sharing this little tidbit of info? Well if you didn't already know Ikea is probably the number one place I would go to, to save some money and that's exactly what I did

12 Spice Jars at $3.99 for a 4 pack, 2 Dish brushes .79 cents, 1 Storage Container $1.99.
Adding up to a not so grand total of $16.67.



Trust me I could have bought way more probably one of everything in the store. But for now I'd say a not so bad trip to the land of Swedish furniture.

Take Care!

Creating a Successful Budget

Hi All!

This post could not be more relevant to my life right now, finances are changing and I need to create a new monthly budget for myself. So I thought I'd share so helpful hints as to increase the success of your own monthly budget.


Create a Budget that is Catered to You
If you're a student with a part-time job and renting an apartment you for obvious reason do not have to include a section that is dedicated to property taxes or a mortgage payment. Make sure your budget includes expenses that are relevant to you and your life, not someone else's.

Realistic Goals
Creating a budget is all about setting financial goals for yourself an example of  this would be, saving for tuition or saving up to buy a new quality pair of black heels. Without some sort of goal your budget is restrictive and you will be more likely to deviate from your budget. Making smaller purchases for silly items in the long run when you could have saved up for a larger more satisfying purchase.

Track Your Spending
Save all of your reciepts or write all of your purchases down. However you want to track your spending do it! Not only will this help making your monthly budget easier because you will know where your money is going on a daily basis, but it will also help you pick and choose the expenses in which you have room to cut back.

Accurate Income Projections
Ever heard the term "Don't count your chickens before they hatch"? It's true! Be realistic about the income you're actually bringing in. HST cheques and the random handout from Grandma should not be counted upon. If you aren't receiving it regularly don't include it.

Assess Where You can Make Cuts
Cell phone bill too high? Switch to a less expensive plan, going out for dinner every Friday night? Try eating out only once or twice a month. By making these small adjustments to the things you spend your money on most you'll notice that each month you have a little more wiggle room instead of always approaching the end of the month at the tight end of your budget.

Hope this helps in your next budget creation!

New Computer!

Hi all,

So before my posts were brought to you by a dilapidated but well loved dell laptop that had seen better days and then some. Introducing new posts via my brand new Asus notebook! I'm beyond excited to be bring you all posts via a computer that doesn't constantly need to be plugged in. She had a good run and of course I'm  budget conscious but I was getting to the point of being flat out cheap.

More to come!

The Royal Recycler? My kinda Gal

Picked this article up this evening, speaks about Kate Duchess of Cambridge recycling outfits no shame girl!

"Clothes Encounters on the Royal Tour"