Those Beams of Light, I Wish I Knew Them Still.

With dropping temperatures fast approaching the West Coast, I've been looking to my summer photos for a little escapism. Kate and I were lucky enough to score tickets to a Harbour Cruise on Canada Day; a friend who won them and couldn't attend herself graciously gifted them to us. It was spellbinding to watch sunset fall over Vancouver... To see the city from the water was a view that is incomparable, especially the fireworks. I didn't even know there were fireworks downtown on Canada Day (shows how much I get out...) Paired with drag queens and all the dancing we could handle, it was truly an evening to remember.

Wasted Effort, Part II.

Hello again. First things first: I am extending my blog contest, since I have been absent recently (oh real life, you steal me away from online life!). Originally it was going to be until Monday, but now I will be keeping it open until Monday, June 10. All you have to do is leave a comment here! FREE LULA MAGAZINE. FREE CANDY. FREE SOX. Just saying.

Emily, Kate and I have had several lovely lady dates lately, and on this one we ventured down to Nouvelle Nouvelle to see the collection video for Wasted Effort. Who could argue with an evening filled with cheap drinks and familiar faces? Not to mention gorgeous images from the Wasted Effort lookbook, and being able to try on pieces (Lena necklace, I love you...). I am lusting after the whole Elytra collection!

PS. My outfit takes not-so-subtle inspiration from Nicolette, non?

last three photos by lindsays diet.

Thrifted lace tee, pleated skirt, leather belt | Topshop spike headband | Kr3w varsity jacket
UO lace tights | ASOS chelsea boots

Left My Head and My Heart On The Dancefloor.

When I was contacted by Skype Events to attend the Saturday show of Lady Gaga's stop in Vancouver, I was certain that I could not turn them down. My love for Gaga has been waning the past year or so, but I was intrigued to see how her arena performance would compare to the first time I saw her live, back in 2009 at the Commodore Ballroom (when I had a Louise Brooks inspired bob). Naturally, I asked Kate to accompany me. We got gussied up in mildly over the top outfits (gold fake lashes and orange lipstick) and shimmied on down to Rogers Arena.

Briefed with an itinerary that claimed the show would start at 8:45, we played it fashionably late and expected the show to follow suite. Sure enough, it would be a night of several suprises. The house lights dimmed at 8:50, and thus began two and a half hours of pure, unadultured entertainment. My head is still spinning from the sensory overload. The backdrop for the entire show was a multi-story castle, housing her live band. This full mobile "castle" also opened to reveal a mechanical horse for her enterance, a motorcycle, and even a demolished wall from which an elaborate piano appeared. Surrounded by the Haus of Gaga, the unified dedication of team Gaga was exponentially exemplified. Her dancers are phenomenal, words can't quite explain how exhilarating (and almost tiring, ha ha) it is to see them in motion. One undeniable fact about Stefani Germanotta: she has chops. Singing, dancing, at points sprinting (while wearing four inch heels, no big deal) and playing both keytar and piano, "Mother Monster" tirelessly gave herself to a full Rogers arena.

I have to admit, although I may not agree with some of her opinions or choice of creative collaborations, I am definitely a huge fan of Miss Gaga yet again. She won me back. A songwriter and a confident, consumate performer, one can't deny that shiny, happy, heart-warming feeling from the connection and gratitude Gaga clearly has for her "little monsters". She repeatedly referenced the fact that her "monsters" were the reason she went from being "a waitress five years ago" to headlining some of the best selling tours of the past few years. I've got admiration for any woman able to propel herself to success by simply working very hard at being the best possible version of herself, especially one who embraces her imperfections. Providing a performance that clocked at 2.5 hours meant that this was one arena tour where you get what you pay for.

Did I mention she has candy floss pink hair? That would have been enough to win me over...AND DON'T GET ME STARTED ON THE CLOTHES. LKAJSLJDSKL.

Thanks to Skype Events for providing Kate and I with such a fun filled evening, I surely won't be forgetting this spectacle any time soon!

PS. 2013 is the year of the bare midriff. I'm callin' it.

Thrifted vest, skirt, belt, shoes | Front and Co leopard crop top
F21 Minnie Mouse tights over We Love Color tights

Simply Having A Wonderful Christmas Time.

Hope you are all having a wonderful Christmas, I can't wait to eat Christmas dinner. Stuffing might be one of my favorite foods, ever. And don't even get me started on turkey leftovers!

This was my Christmas eve outfit for work, it was pretty fun to be Ms. Claus for a day. I must say, the crinoline definitely made mobility a little more difficult than usual. We must suffer for fashion (sarcasm...)

And of course I had to include Kate, Sarah and I's annual Santa photo.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Thrifted triple collar blouse, sweater, crinoline | H&M flower clip, shoes | Joe Fresh cranberry tights

Haze.

On this particular day, Kate and I ended up at the Chosen Ones vintage sale at The Waldorf, which is one of my favorite regular Vancouver events. I don't think I've ever walked away empty handed, so many vendors and super reasonable prices, too.


Thrifted blouse | Community Thrift and Vintage dress |
H&M sunglasses | UO wedges

A Dream I'm Living In...

These shots are from the day I had an interview for my current job (they might be a smidge overdue, oops). It feels great to finally work in a place where I feel challenged daily and that doesn't stress me out/leave me covered in miscellaneous milk products and sugary syrups. Sometimes, life hands you a nice surprise. Guest appearances by Mitzi, Grace and Kate.

Thrifted blouse, belt, shoes | Hue tights | Forever 21 skirt | H&M sunglasses