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12.31.2013

368. Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year, everyone!! This year went by extremely fast. I know I (& everyone else) say this practically every year, but this time I truly mean it. 2013 went by in a blur. Last year, I was in New York City exactly at this time. I went there for a few days to celebrate New Year's Eve, unexpectedly loved the city (I remember not liking it the few times I went when I was younger)..and went there again in April and June. A few months later (in September/October), I went to London and Paris for a few weeks. I think the reason why this year flew by was that I always had a trip to look forward to. I love travelling so much, I hope to do a lot more of it next year. I actually have a bigger goal for 2014, but I won't reveal it until I accomplish it. Hopefully I will by this time next year.

Anyway, thank you all for reading my blog. I promise I will make more of an effort to update more frequently next year! & I want to start making it more personal again by writing down my thoughts and all like I used to.

I hope you all have an amazing New Year's Eve! All the best for 2014!!

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367. Paris | KONG

Philippe Starck is one of my favourite designers. I love the unique interiors of his restaurants and hotels. I first discovered his restaurant Kong while browsing through Instagram, and instantly I knew I had to go the next time I was in Paris. I was in Paris this September, and coincidentally so was Anouka (of Luxessed). We decided to meet up for lunch at Kong. I really love the atmosphere in here and the food was great too. It's located a few steps away from Pont Neuf; right beside the Louis Vuitton building. I would definitely come back someday!

Here's the view

I got a chicken club sandwich. Anouka got an eggs benedict.

We both got the same dessert; an eclair.

This is the first floor of the restaurant

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366. Recent Life | Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas everyone!! I hope you are all having a wonderful holiday. I haven't done much for Christmas this year unfortunately. Here's some photos from the past couple weeks. (PS - don't forget to enter my Anna Sui Giveaway!!):

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GIVEAWAY | Anna Sui Beauty Pack

In the spirit of the holiday season, I've decided to organize a beauty giveaway for you all! Anna Sui cosmetics are almost too pretty to use. Their collections are feminine and beautifully packaged in vintage-style collectible cases. The lucky winner will receive 4 products: 1 Loose Face Powder, 1 Nail Polish, 1 Liquid Eyeliner and 1 Lipstick.

***CONTEST CLOSED!*** Winner: "Joey123" - congratulations!!

Loose Face Powder (Shade 702/retails for $48): Apply with the soft powder puff to set foundation for a flawless finish.

Lipstick (Shade 700/retails for $29): Ultra-smooth texture, long-lasting and vivid colour in just one swipe!

Nail Colour N (Shade 004/retails for $15): Fun colours in a super cute dress-shaped bottle.

Liquid Eyeliner (Shade 500/retails for $27): This water-resistant eyeliner is perfect for gorgeous, bold and captivating eyes.

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365. London | Trafalgar Square + Piccadilly Circus

Its been about two and a half months since I've been back in Toronto now, and I'm already wishing I was travelling again. Near the end of my trip I was actually looking forward to leaving London, but now when I look back on these photos I miss it so much. I hope to go back again soon..possibly in the Spring? Here's some photos I took of Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus (& surrounding areas). I loved walking around those areas.