Lace Bomber for the Win

Lace Bomber for the Win
 

 

Lace Bomber for the Win

 

 

Lace Bomber Jacket for the Win
 

 
Lace Bomber for the Win

 

 

Lace Bomber for the Win
 

 

Lace Bomber for the Win

 

 

Lace Bomber for the Win

 

 

When I saw this lace bomber jacket at Zara, it was game over. I bought it without a second thought, hardly looking at the price because, well hello it was a lace bomber jacket!

Practical it is not (I was freezing during the course of these photos, but I sacrificed my health for the blog obviously!) but it’s my new favourite jacket.

Zara has been amazing lately – everything they have launched this spring has been very strong. I find myself spending time on their website scrolling through the clothes and planning my next excuses to the hubby for my high credit card balance (by the way, even my husband was impressed with the lace bomber!).

This top was one I picked up earlier in the year from – shocking I know – Zara, and I paired it with my new J Brand Capri jeans from Aritzia (Capri is the style name, not the fit), and my Chanel broach and clutch.

My lace up flats are from Aldo, purchased last season (sorry!), but here are some similar ones from the same store.

We walked around the pier near the lake last weekend, and my little Yorkie Maverick came along for the trip, but he wasn’t a willing participant when it came to photos. He was more interested in chasing after other dogs, so maybe next time I can get a better shot with him!

 

 
Lace Bomber for the Win

 

 
I’ve linked to some similar items below as well so you can shop my look!
 

 


 

 Xoxo Mandy

 

 

All About Quo 2016 Beauty + Enter to Win a Quo Cosmetics Beauty Haul!

All About Quo 2016 Beauty  + Enter to Win a Quo Cosmetics Beauty Haul!

 

 

A few weeks ago I attended the #QuoSweet16 event, and it was so much better than my own Sweet 16!

Guests were treated with the chance to preview all of the new Quo Cosmetics for 2016, and the array of products was very impressive.

 

 
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All About Quo 2016 Beauty  + Enter to Win a Quo Cosmetics Beauty Haul!

 

 
 

 
All About Quo 2016 Beauty  + Enter to Win a Quo Cosmetics Beauty Haul!

I had quite a few favourites from the collection, and at the end of this post I will be giving my favourites away!

The True Hues Eye Shadow Palette ($24) has six shadow shades, and I am totally in love with the Romance Novel group of colours which are perfect for a natural look.

 

 
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I’ve been obsessed with my brows over the last 6 six months since I’ve been trying to grow them out, and this Quo Brow Kit ($18) is great for filling in the gaps for those of us who don’t have the thickest eyebrows.

There are two shades of powder, and the eye brow gel helps to set the brow, and the applicator is amazing for getting your brows in check.

 

 
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The best part about this Lip Gloss Set ($18) is the size of these little glosses! The colours are shiny and natural, and the applicator brush is set in small tubes that fit perfectly in your purse.

 

 
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Getting a hold of a Contour Kit ($23) itself can often be difficult because they sell out quickly. The best part about this one? The price! I haven’t seen a contour kit at this price point with such a great colour palette before. Each kit includes a bronzer, highlighter, and contour colour for feature definition, and it includes a brush for application as well.

 

 

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The Effortless Curl Mascara ($12) has a curved brush so lashes can be curled and separated without the use of a lash curler, and it comes in both Black and Blue.

 

 

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Finally the Art of Lining Vinyl Liner ($12) dries quickly and stays put – all day! It makes the perfect fine line, and it’s my favourite liner right now.

 

 

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I’m giving away all of my favourite Quo 2016 Beauty products here on the blog to one lucky reader!

Enter via the Rafflecopter widget below to win! The contest is open to Canadian residents only, and there are multiple ways to enter.

Good luck to everyone who enters!

For more information on the Quo 2016 new beauty products launched this year, visit the website here!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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These products were provided to me for review, but all opinions are fabulously my own.

 

 Xoxo Mandy

 

 

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 
Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder

 

 Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 

Pinstripes, Fringe and Off the Shoulder
 

 

How was your Mother’s Day weekend?

My Mother’s Day weekend was one of the best I’ve had in a long time! We spent Friday doing a few style shoots (including this one), met with a landscaper who will be working on our front yard this month (exciting!), and spent the rest of the day outside at the park and the beach.

Saturday was so fun because we picked up my new SUV, and we were so excited to go for a drive we took a little road trip to Niagara Falls and had a blast!

I spent Mother’s Day spending some time in Toronto having brunch with my sister and mother at Figo (review coming soon), and then the rest of the day with my own little family.

The weekends keep getting warmer, but I’m still sticking to jeans for the most part because it’s easier for me to wear long off the shoulder tops like this one from Banana Republic.

This one is a size small petite, but I actually could have used an XS because of how wide the top is.

I love the tie-up details on the sleeves, and I think my closet is going to start yelling at me if I buy one more pinstriped top, but I really love them right now.

These yellow fringe earrings came in a few different colours from H&M, but I decided to go with yellow because they look great with all of the blue I have been wearing lately.

These Just Black jeans from Jean Machine still have the perfect stretch after a few washes, and I love that the rips haven’t gotten that much larger yet. I love throwing things into the dryer (even when you aren’t supposed to) and these jeans have been holding up well despite the fact that ripped jeans tend to look worse for wear after putting them in the dryer.

I hope you had a great weekend, and happy Mother’s Day!

 

 

 

 

Xoxo Mandy

 

 

Wearing a Little Love Around my Neck

Wearing a Little Love Around my Neck

 

 Wearing a Little Love Around my Neck
 

 Wearing a Little Love Around my Neck

 

 
Wearing a Little Love Around my Neck

 

 

Necklace – Happiness Boutique | Dress – Forever 21 | Handbag – Louis Vuitton | Shoes – Town Shoes

 

 

I love it when jewelry actually says something – literally!

This necklace is from Happiness Boutique, and I was drawn to it because I love wearing messages around my neck. I also have jewelry with my own name and my son’s name, so adding “Love” to my latest collection of jewelry was a fun addition.

This pretty necklace was the perfect accessory with this off the shoulder dress I wore last weekend. Lately I have been wearing minimal jewelry, and I love the simplicity of this necklace.

Happiness Boutique not only has necklaces, but also bracelets, earrings, rings, dresses and vintage inspired clothing.

sparkleshinylove readers will get a 10% discount for orders over 19 euros on Happiness Boutique website until June 2nd by using the code “sparkleshinylove” at checkout.

For more details on Happiness Boutique, visit their website here, on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

 

 

 

 

This item was provided to me for review, but all opinions are fabulously my own.

 

 

Xoxo Mandy

 

 

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

sparkleshinylove Mother's Day Gift Guide
 

 

Mother’s Day is on Sunday!

Did that surprise you? If it did this list may have come at the perfect time for you!

I have complied a roundup of my favourite Mother’s Day gift ideas that I know most mother’s would love to receive.

Moming (spellcheck did not like that new word I made up) is hard work, and mom’s everywhere deserve rest, relaxation, and a little pampering.

My roundup is full of things that would pamper your own mother, or even yourself! Pass this guide along to your hubby if he seems a little clueless on what to buy you!

 

 

1. This yellow Kate Spade Handbag is perfect for spring with adorable daisy cut-outs, and would brighten up any outfit.
 

 
2. Nothing smells better than this LoveFresh Vanilla Hand and Body Lotion! I love my visits to spas in Toronto that carry it such as HMP because I slather this lotion on!
 

 
3. This Tory Burch Ice Cream key chain is the cutest, and when they have cute key chains at Tory Burch they never last so you need to grab it asap.
 

 
4. This set of 3 hand creams from L’OCCITANE not only smell lovely, but I keep one in my purse because it does such an amazing job of hydrating. Plus the containers have a super tight lid on them so you know they won’t spill all over your bag!
 

 
5. Tiffany is the best way to celebrate anything really, and this lovely “Mom” charm is perfect for Mother’s Day. You may need to pick up a bracelet or necklace to go with it though!
 

 
6. The BLOOMING Mother’s Day Gift Box from Tonic Blooms not only includes one of their signature arrangements, but also a bracelet, hand cream, a soy candle, chocolate from CXBO, honey from Beekeepers Naturals, and tea from The Honest Leaf. I was received a Tonic Blooms arrangement once, and it was so gorgeous that even that would be enough, but the BLOOMING box is perfect for spoiling mom.
 

 
7. Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle is everything. I wear it every day, and if you haven’t had a chance to smell this scent then you must, and then buy it for youself, and maybe your mother as well!
 

 
8. These Tory Burch Espadrilles are in a classic style and pattern, and would look great with everything your mother has in her wardrobe.
 

 
9. This la VIE en Rose PJ set has the perfect floral pants included, and a cute saying that a mom would appreciate.
 

 
10. Peony season is just starting, and this hand cream from IIIume has the prettiest scent and packaging!
 

 
11. Finally this Best Mom Ever Floral Cup is probably the prettiest travel cup I have ever seen!
 

 
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone, and I hope my gift guide helped you out if you were stuck for gift idea’s this year!

 

 

Xoxo Mandy