Friday Favourites

Unfortunately it's been exam period lately so I haven't been able to post much. On the bright side, my last exam is this morning meaning lots of fun posts are coming up!

I didn't really have much of a theme planned when I was making this Friday Favourites, but it seems like it has quite a childlike theme about it.

Maybe it's my wishing it was nap time instead of exam time or impending uni decisions, but I hope you enjoy these childlike favourites as much as I do.

1) Star Crew Cashmere Sweater, $365

I love how whimsical and springy this sweater is. Plus it would be the perfect 4th of July sweater to showcase spirit without sporting an Uncle Sam or Wonder Woman costume. It's quite pricey, but nothing compares to a versatile ultra comfy cashmere sweater

2) Tech Me on Your Trip Laptop Sleeve, $34.99

You all know how obsessed I am with puns, which is why I was immediately attracted to the name of this case. Herschel Supply & Co. make really nice bags so there's no question about quality but I just love the individual print. The little toy cars are so adorable that they make me forget for a smidge of a second that they're concealing my evil laptop.

3) A Fox of Chocolates Container, $32.99

Again, another pun--I just can't resist! This little chocolate container is so adorable. I think I would actually use it to store my studs or some other form of jewellery, but no matter it's use it's such a sweet (get it) accessory to have around the house.

4) Ancient Greek Sandals, $240

This favourite calls for some confession time. When I was a kid I was obsessed with greek mythology to the point where I would fall asleep clutching D'Aulaires (my favourite myth book) every night. Sad, I know. I may have moved past this phase but I couldn't help revisiting my obsession with these Hermes inspired sandals! There's also loads of other styles of greek sandals on the site if the wings are too much for you.

5) Hola Fox Scarf, $30.55

This scarf comes in both navy and soft grey, both of which are beautiful designs. I'm not sure why, but I seem to slowly be building up a wardrobe overtaken with woodland animals (I have a fawn sweater that I'm obsessed with!). Yet another perfect season-to-season accessory.


Sorry again for the lack of posting lately, I promise to put the spring back in my step with this much needed break!

Love, Milly

Winter Lip Tips

Most people's winters appear to be coming to an end, but if today is any indication, mine is far from over.

I find that winter takes an extreme toll on two parts of my face: skin and lips.

Moisturisers are quite difficult to recommend because everyone's skin is so different. Though if any of you suffer from sever winter dryness like me, I heavily recommend Clinique Moisture Surge or Ole Henriksen Sheer Transformation (my sister swears by it!).

So instead I thought I would share my winter lips routine with all of you.

The first step to having soft lips is exfoliating--especially if you like to wear matte lip stains in the winter months, this step is a must.

My weapon of choice is e.l.f. Studio Lip Exfoliator

You can tell how much I love this product by how worn down it is. It's infused with Vitamin E, Shea Butter, Avocado, Grape and Jojoba Oils and has little beads that work to exfoliate your lips as you rub it on. Best part? It tastes like brown sugar!

After using it for about two weeks, I've definitely noticed a difference in how soft my lips are. Highly recommend this product, especially because it is such a steal at only $3.00! As of now I believe you can buy this line at Target in Canada, but I'm not sure if they specifically carry this product as I bought it online.

Next step is moisturizing.

I've recently stumbled upon the most magnificent lip balm in the world. Big statement, I know, but Nuxe Rêve de Miel Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm rightfully deserves it.

I've tried tons of lip balms before, but always found that they had no long-lasting effects on my perpetually chapped lips. Rêve de Miel, with it's huge cult following, is exactly the opposite. It's an extremely lush lip balm which penetrates deep into your poor chapped lips to give long-lasting results.

Although I've only recently purchased it, I think the pot will last me for quite some time, which makes the $17 purchase price (Shoppers Drug Mart) well worth it.

Let me know your winter lip must-haves!

Love, Milly

Friday Favourites

In the words of Goldmember, I love gooollldddd. (Yes, I just quoted Austin Powers.)

Maybe you can tell why from my Friday Favourites...

1) THE OSCARS

This had to be first on a gold-themed Friday Favourites. Absolutely cannot wait for the show this weekend. I was looking for a ballot online to use in my family's annual Oscars competition, but none of the ones I found cut it. So, I made one just for all you lovelies! If you're hosting an Oscars bash think about pairing it with some Red (Velvet) Carpet or Buttered Popcorn cupcakes

2014 Academy Awards Ballot...let me know some of your picks for the night!

2) Anchor the Call Mug, $12.99

I know the only gold part of this mug is the rim, but I just love the anchor design to remind me that there's only three more months until summer. Currently, I'm so pale I'm starting to look like the newest edition to the Cullen clan.

3) What Are You Waiting Photo Necklace, $12.99

Somehow I've become even more of a shutterbug since starting this blog. This necklace is timeless and the perfect warning to strangers that my camera never leaves my hand. On the topic of cameras, I'm on the hunt for a really good SLR at the moment, so if you have any suggestions comment below!

4) ASOS Heighten Heel Sandals, $75.28

These beauties have been on sale for quite some time now. Like a doting mum I've been checking back everyday to make sure my size is still available and they look just as stunning as the day before. A perfect modern day twist on a classic black heel.

5) Free People Gold Cuff, $58

I know I already included a piece of jewellery but what did you expect with a gold themed post?! I've been really into big statement pieces like this distressed gold cuff to amp up otherwise plain outfits.

Love, Milly

Teppanyaki For Three

There are two types of foods I just can't resist: BBQ and Japanese.

Put the two together and you get one magical foodie experience: Teppanyaki

I went out to my favourite Teppanyaki restaurant this week with John and my Mum. I don't think I've talked about John before, but he's my mischievous little brother and the one who first introduced me to Yamato.

Yamato is another Yorkville treasure. When you first walk it seems like a downtown sushi cafe but as you continue on into the next room, you enter into a maze of grills and onion volcanoes (who doesn't love a good veg volcano?!)

The menu is very diverse, but I always turn immediately to the teppanyaki portion (the sushi is also excellent).

This time I went for the Ribeye Teriyaki which includes a miso soup, salad, grilled veggies, steamed or fried rice (is that even a question), and of course a perfectly cooked ribeye.

The miso and salad are quite standard so I'll skip right to the good stuff.

Up first is the fried rice...

I may or may not have just tried to grab that through the screen...

Next up is the veggies, including my favourite part...the volcano! (I really am a five year old...)

Such a yummy mix of onion, zucchini, peppers, carrots, mushrooms. The carrots are even cut up into little stars, talk about a dedication to perfection.

Now for the star of the meal, señor ribeye himself.

Mum and John got the New York Sirloin, but I think they were both secretly jealous of my plate of perfection...

Now, John being John claims that there are two separate stomach compartments: regular food and dessert. So while he may not have been able to come close to finishing his veggies, there was still plenty of room for green tea ice cream.

If that isn't solid reasoning I don't know what is.

If you haven't tried teppanyaki before, climb out from that rock you've been living under and light up your life with an onion volcano or two! 

Love, Milly

One For The Brits

You can probably tell by now that I am obsessed with all things British.

Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Albert and Victoria (greatest love story.ever.), Sherlock, the accents, the bands, the princes (Harry, I'm waiting...) you name it I love it.

But, my real love for Britain all started with tea.

My mum used to have people over for Sunday Tea all the time when we were little and it became by far my favourite meal of the day.

Nothing beats fresh berries, a pot of Yorkshire Gold, and of course scones.

I may have gone a little heavy on the whipped cream...

Here's how you can make your own delicious scones.

What you'll need...

2 cups of flour
1 tablespoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of sugar
1/3 cup of butter (cool, cut up into very small pieces)
1 cup of cream

What you do....

Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar

Cut in the butter--you basically want to cut it up into small little pieces and then crumble it into the dry ingredients as if you were making any other kind of pastry dough

Add the cream in and stir (with a spoon and then mix with your hands until the dough is in a ball)

Take the dough out onto a lightly floured cutting board and kneed it five to six times

Roll out the dough until it's about 1/2 an inch thick and cut out two inch round circles

Bake the scones at 375ºF/190ºC/gas mark 5, on a greased baking sheet for about 15 minutes

Place the scones about two inches apart on the baking sheet and turn them over after about 10-12 minutes

Serve with lots of freshly whipped cream and raspberry jam to your closest ladies in their finest high tea atire

Now if only I could convince Kate Middleton to pop over for tea next time she's on this side of the pond...

Love, Milly