Tinkerblue

I Need a Sunny Vacation

Just to I can wear this Esther Williams Beach Blanket Bingo swimsuit

with this Hello Sunshine hat

and these Kate Spade Franca sunnies (need to find me a look a like pair that are less $$$$)

 

while I lay on this Smile beach towel

 

to finally read the Hunger Games Trilogy

 

I'd pack the towel, books, water bottle,  snack and sunscreen in this Roberta Rabbit Roller beach bag:

 

I just need to find me a cute cover-up and some thongs (flip flops). When are we going to Hawaii or Mexico? I want to go now.

Designer Looks for Less - Summer Wedges.

I've been looking for a wedge/espadrille for the summer. In a neutral colour, with a bit of a heel. Something  a little dressier to wear with skirts, dresses and jeans.  

I orginally found these Stuart Weitzman Alex sandals. $365.00. Yeah, No. I can buy a whole outfit, maybe two or three for that price.  So the mastercard stayed in my wallet.

 

Then I saw these at Nordstroms when we were in Seattle. Michael Kors Juniper. $140.00. Getting better. But still no. 

 

 

 

These Fantasik wedges by Steve Madden caught my eye. At $79.95 they were easier on the credit card. But... they were uncomfortable. The ankle strap rubbed, and the toe strap was too tight, it was digging in.

 

 

Last week I was shopping for suncreen, tank tops and toothpaste and quite accidently found these. Roberto Vianni Colbie regularly $59.95, onsale for $49.95, less and additional 20%.   

 

 

As you can see they are on my feet. Yes please. They are surprisingly comfortable given that they are 4" high. I'm almost as tall as Hubby when I wear them.  (not really). 

 

Designer Looks for Less - Linea Pelle for Target Crossbody Bag

See that black bag? It's a Linea Pelle bag and it costs $195.00!

 

 

See that blue bag? It's also Linea Pelle. It's from the line they made for Target. It's only $19.99. I love blue. I love bags. I love $19.99 more than $195.00.

This little blue bag came home with me on our last trip south of the border.  (and now it's on sale for $13.98 - even better). It fits my wallet, lip gloss, iphone, pen and keys. And it fits in the front pocket of my suitcase when I go on the train. It's not leather, like the $195.00 version, but for less than 20 bucks, I don't care. It's going to get well used this summer.

 

Day Fit for a Queen Part 1

Happy Birthday to You
Happy Birthday to You
Happy Birthday Dear Barb
Happy Birthday to You

Barb and Stew came over on the weekend. Barb's birthday was Monday (April 18th). So Saturday was her day.

Barb and I went for pedicures on Saturday morning at Bloom Essentials. Mine toes are the pink with white daisies. Barbs are the cherry blossoms. The cherry blossoms are a little too subtle, you can't really see them unless you are up close. On the sample the cherry blossoms were brighter and more visible. Still very pretty.

And while we were having our toes painted, Hubby and Stew were at the gun club. Hubby had a better day than Stew.

The Search for Black Pants

I don't own black pants. Not until this week anyway. I think I've maybe owned 3 pairs of black pants ever. Buying black pants was way more difficult than I thought it was going to be.

Marks Work Warehouse, Rickys, Reitmans, The Bay, Talbots, J Crew, Target, Eddie Bauer, Sears, Old Navy, Zellers, Cleos, Tristian, Jacob, RW&Co, Winners, Marshalls, Banana Republic, various stores at the outlet mall. Nothing.

Almost nothing. Dress pants are not made for my body type. There's a reason I wear jeans or skirts and not pants.

I finally found a pair at Gap. I tried on several pairs last week but didn't buy. At $80 a pair it was too much to pay for something that didn't fit perfectly. Yesterday they were marked down to $45 with an extra 30% off. So I bought a pair. They'll do for now until I find the perfect pair.

The size 12 were the right length, and they fit. I could move in them and sit down but they caused the dreaded muffin top above the waist band.

The size 14 fit, with no muffin top. But. Check out the length. They're going to need hemming. Going up one size added 6" in length. It's not like one pair were petite and one tall, both were regular.

Now I just need shoes and I'll be all set.

Not Quite What I Went Shopping For

Monday, Marilyn and I spent the day shopping in the US. We hit Marshalls, Target and the Tulalip outlet mall. On my shopping list - black pants, black lace up shoes, Revlon lipstick for Joanna, Psst dry shampoo, Soap & Glory bubble bath, underwear.

How successful was I? Depends how you define success. I came home with absolutely nothing from my list. I did try. I tried no less than 12 pair of pants and 7 pair of shoes. No luck.

I did however come home with a new dress, a pair of pyjamas, two pairs of sandals and a pair of totally unneeded heels. Oh and about $50 of Easter chocolate.

Interview #2

Today was a first interview for another job. It was a group interview. Kind of.

There was myself and another lady and the two interviewers. The interviewers alternated questions and we both answered them. Taking turns to answer first.

I've been in group interviews before, but for whatever reason, this one threw me off a bit. Not sure why. I'd researched the organization and the position but still felt (and appeared) unprepared.

At the end of the interview there was a written product knowledge quiz, which I wasn't expecting. I was expecting some interview questions around product knowledge but not a test. I felt like a high school student who had shown up for the wrong exam.

Oh well. Wait and see.

And no mum, I did not wear the Ugg boots to the interview. Maybe I should have done, maybe I would have felt more comfortable!

Interview #1

Today I went for a job interview for a part time customer service role. Nothing too fancy, but something fun, two days a week. It was the first time in months I wore a skirt, and heels! 

 

I don't know about you, but before I go for an interview I usually do a little bit of research into the company. This particular company today has a fairly strict dress code... no jewelry, flesh toned stockings, no visible piercings... They actually specifiy for women, one small plain stud in each ear, no necklaces, no bracelets, one plain watch, wedding and engagement ring only, if hair is longer than shoulder length it must be up. 

 

 my tights look black, but they're actually the same maroon/burgundy/wine colour as my top.

I didn't quite go that far, but I did dress appropriately. In the waiting area there was one woman in jeans,  ugg boots and an untucked button down  shirt. I did like her jacket though. Another was wearing sequined silver heels with bows on the front, black shiny pants,  a pink sequined top, a black sequined jacket, a cream scarf with sequins on it, and a headband with feathers! I wish I had been game enough to take a photo. Most where in black skirts, white shirts and black jackets with black tights and black shoes.  If nothing else they'll remember me because I wasn't wearing black. Hopefully that's a good thing.

I think the interview went well. And I should hear next week. If I do get this position, I'll have to take another part time job. Two days a week is not going to pay the bills.

I Am So Ready For It To Be Spring

It snowed on and off on Monday, but didn't stick. Yesterday it snowed again and did stick. Not much, but it's still there today.  Just slushy and icy and slippery.  There's more snow forecast, including 8" on Sunday. I shouldn't complain, at least it's not the snowmaggedon that parts of the US and Canada had earlier this month. I am hanging out for blue skies, sun and warm weather.

I'm looking forward to wear shorts and tank tops and sandals.  I want the weather to be warm enough to wear pretty summer dresses and cute shoes. Not that I have any spare $$ to buy them and if I did, I'd be waiting for a sale anyway.  Why do I have champagne taste on a soda income? Plus I'd need somewhere to wear them. A cruise? A resort vacation in Hawaii or Mexico? ot to mention that if I ever get round to actually trying them on, at least half of them won't fit properly or I won't like the look of htem. I'll keep dreaming.

 

       

           

        

           
 

  

 

Apparently I'm liking red or gold/nude shoes this year!

 

• Lauren by Ralph Lauren Apple Dress
• Donna Morgan Stripe Chiffon Dress
• Anthropologie Canopy Lookout Dress
• Anthropologie Fountain of Youth Dress
• Anthropologie Martagon Sketch Halter Dress
• Anthropologie Paraiso Dress
• Anthropologie Pezza Dress
• Anthropologie Sun Shades Dress
• Anthropologie Take Action Dress
• Patagonia Margot Dress
• Tommy Bahama Scroll Paisley Halter
• Lily Pulitzer Kiki Dress

 

• Kate Spade Callista Wedges
• Charles David Karat Wedges
• Kate Spade Beachy
• Franco Sarto Flurry
• Target Elvera
• Target Othelia
• Havainas Crystal Flower

 

Dave is not embracing the Aussieness

Wednesday January 26th is Australia Day. We will still be in Sydney.

I've been trying to convince Hubby that he needs to get with the spirit.

I offered to buy him the full kit:
Thongs
Shorts
Any number of T-shirts
Hat
And even a pair of sunglasses

But he's just not getting it.