Fashion: Finding the Perfect Circle Ring

January 30, 2014 | 4 Commentaries

People. People. Remember when I said that I was on the hunt for a beautiful circle ring? I had bought a few cheap versions over the years to test things out while I looked for a real one in silver or gold. Then I discovered the Elsa Peretti Sevillana and I wanted it! Needed it! Remember all of that?

I went to buy the Sevillana when I was in Toronto last month, but Tiffany & Co. was out of stock in my size. What!? I was quite disappointed, yes, but I knew it wasn’t the end of the world. (I was also pretty surprised that the Sherway location only had one – one – in stock!)

Elsa Peretti Sevillana ring, Tiffany & Co., $470

Well, my friends, it might have been a good thing that the Sevillana was out of stock because I recently discovered that the Sevillana now has some serious competition! Surprised? I was too. You see, I was browsing the Christofle site (I’m in a French frame of mind these days), when I came across this beauty:

circle ring – Collection 925, Christofle, $380

Gorgeous! French! Oui, oui!

So, here’s the plan. Since I am going to Paris in a couple of weeks (eek!), I’m going to check out the Christofle circle ring in person and, if I love it, it’s coming home with me. If not, then I’ll head back to Tiffany’s. I just love both of them so it’s a pretty tight competition.

What do you think? Which one do you like better?

The Friday Five: Staying Warm

January 24, 2014 | 4 Commentaries

Oh my goodness. It feels like -30C this morning. What?! How do you stay warm during these days of frigid temperatures? Here are five of the ways I’m staying warm (or trying really hard to).

1. I wear layers of wool sweaters. This week I’ve discovered that wearing two wool sweaters is much better than wearing one.

I wish I looked this chic in -30C weather, via Fashionsy

2. My office is fairly cold, so I keep my space heater on for most of the day. At home, I keep my house at about 72F and it’s working out well.

Anna Little space heater

3. I love blankets, so I make sure there’s always one (or several) within reach of my seat on the couch.

Hudson’s Bay blanket

4. Tea. Coffee. Mulled wine. Warm drinks of any kind are a must.

mug

5. Boots. I don’t think I can live without my Sorel boots and UGGs. Happy feet. The. Best.

Sorel boots

Have a great weekend dear readers! And do send over any tips for staying warm, please!

Marketplace: Blankets

January 15, 2014 | Leave a Reply

Now that my living room has been painted, new blinds have been installed, and new furniture has made it into the space, I’m now in the market for some accessories. Namely, blankets. We have about 3 more months of winter which means…brr…we have a few more months of chilly weather. My existing blankets are brown (that go very well with my teak furniture) but I think a light grey or cream would look much better with the Ikat pillows that I have on my couch. Since I can’t afford a gorgeous Hermès blanket (oh so pricey!), I’ve set my sights on some more affordable options.

hand-loomed silk throw – diamond check, $112.64, West Elm

chunky tassel throw, $45.50, West Elm

chain lock throw, $78.51, West Elm

faux fur throw, $135.39, West Elm

Jacquard throw, $99.90, Zara Home

simple cable-knit throw, $59.90, Zara Home

wool throw with border, $119.00, Zara Home

woven throw, $49.95, H&M

faux fur throw, $69.95, H&M

Marketplace: Christmas at The Home Depot

December 9, 2013 | Leave a Reply

Will Martha Stewart be coming to your home for Christmas this year? She can if you first head to the Home Depot and stock up on some of her holiday decorations. Here are some of the items that caught my attention in the Arctic collection.