Winter Fashion Essential: Over The Knee Boots ft. VINCA Jewelry

Over-the-knee boots are something I've wanted for years - but we all know how difficult it is to find the perfect pair of boots.  There are so many things to consider, especially when you're deciding to invest in real leather.  Not only did I have to find a style that I liked, I had to make sure it fit well throughout the leg, and that it wouldn't break the bank.

When I found these Eliot Boots from JustFab's Luxe line, it was like the heavens had opened up and finally answered my prayers - it was too good to be true!  Typically, when you go to shops like ALDO or Brown's, a true leather over-the-knee boot will set you back somewhere between $200 - $300 bones.  These Eliot Boots were on sale for $89, PLUS JustFab was having a 'Fuzzies' promo, and I got a free pair of their 'Fuzzies' boots, too!  A serious steal!  Now, I'll admit that they're not my 'dream boot' (those would be either a pair of Alexander Wang's or Stuart Weitzmans…), but they've been serving their purpose quite well!  I've got an 'okay-fitting' real leather over-the-knee boot for under $100 - that's a serious score in my books!

Contrary to what some might think, these boots really do add an extra layer of warmth to your legs - not to mention, they keep you looking terribly chic during the cold season!  By now, you all know my go-to fashion get up: Oversized top + slim bottom.  The combination of bundling up on top, and then slipping on these boots has been working out quite well for me this winter!

The perfect accessory to complete this icy season has got to be this perfectly fun gems ring by VINCA. If you haven't checked out their line of accessories, I suggest you do!  Everything is perfectly witty - just the way I like..everything! Haha.  Lately, I've been on a heavy rotation of white/grey/black everything in terms of wardrobe and accessories.  New year, new style I suppose!

Hope everyone has been surviving Janauary - especially if you're in the cold like me!

Monday 'Pick-Me-Up': Clay Masks! [Miracle 10 Mask Review]

It's Monday!  And I have a whole new series of posts for you Dandies.  Well actually, I've completely re-vamped my 'blog calendar' if you will.  I used to blog about fashion/style related news and events on Mondays, but I just wasn't feeling it anymore.  Behold my new Monday posts: The Monday 'Pick-Me-Up'!  Whether you're a student or working the 9-5 grind, Monday mornings are hard - everyone knows that.  I'm always hunched over and zombie-like at my desk (literally...right now...that's me), and I'd like to blame this on the fact that Monday's are inconsiderate, but I know that it's probably more so due to my sleeping late/sleeping-in habit.  What can I say?  I am a creature of the night.

Every Monday I'll be bringing you all helpful tips that will hopefully help ease the pain of Monday Mornings.  For my first post: CLAY MASKS!  I am a long time lover of clay masks, and this Miracle 10 Mask is no exception.

You all may remember my trip to the Miracle 10 Spa back in late April.  And some of you may have even seen my Top Box Miracle 10 Prive Box video.  Well, post-peel back in April, Miracle 10 was kind enough to give me a full size of their Miracle 10 Mask for review.

I am a complete sucker for clay masks.  I love how they pretty much suck out the dirt and toxins from your face.  I've been pretty devout about doing a clay mask at least once a week for the past year or so, and I'd like to say I HAVE been reaping the benefits.  But OH MY LAWDY, this Miracle 10 Mask is like no other.  It's not your typical brownish/greyish thick chalky clay mask.  No.  Noho-ho-ho!  The Miracle 10 Mask is a green, light, and moist clay mask.  This mask is jam-packed with all sorts of goodness like Aloe Vera (probably why it's green), a slew of vitamins, and elastin.

Typically, I slap and smear a clay mask all over my face in a sloppy mess with my hands.  The mask gets everywhere (i.e. the welcoming crevices under my claws...ugh).  During my facial peel at the Miracle 10 Spa in Yorkville, the aesthetician applied the mask to my face using a fan brush.  It felt AMAZING.  So naturally, as I am a visual learner, I've started to follow suit.  Behold my fan brush good-ness! 

On the Miracle 10 Mask product page, the mask claims to do all sorts of wonderful things like sooth, cool, hydrate, nourish, refine pores, and diminish the appearance of broken capillaries and redness.  It also promises that your skin will be less prone to breakouts.  I've been using the mask for about a month and a half now, and it's not a noticeable difference but my skin definitely FEELS different.  I've always had broken capillaries on the sides of my face.  Though they were faint, I could always see them.  In recent days I HAVE noticed that they do appear less visible to me, which means they're completely non-existent to other peoples' eyes *YAY*!  

The real gold in this mask is its texture and the minty freshness it gives your face.  This is what truly makes it a relaxing mask.  Most clay masks feel heavy, and start to feel tight as it dries.  The Miracle 10 Mask still allows you to speak, giggle, and sip from a straw as it's drying.  Thirsty?  NO PROBLEM!

And correct me if I'm wrong, but it's got these tiny mint beads in it that make your face feel 'so fresh and so clean!'  Sometimes, when I'm feeling like I need a REAL pick-me-up, I'll smush all the beads on my face to give myself FULL ON minty fresh relaxation.

Anyway, I don't do this often but I present to you my bare face.  It's not perfect or flawless by any means, but I'm happy to say that I haven't had a raging/deep/painful/'under-the-skin' type of zit in a real long time.  *internet high-five*.

If you get a chance to try out the Miracle 10 Mask, I highly suggest it!  It won't replace your heavy toxin-sucking clay mask because this mask's function is totally different, but it will guarantee you a 15minute refresh and leave your face feeling like a baby's butt!  I promise you this!

Happy Monday All!

<3

Frametastic!

Downloaded a new app on my iPhone :).  Follow me on Instagram @thelittledandy <3.

The back of my head.

The back of my head.  I love buns & sweet bows <3.  And now, I'm off to dinner!

a little dandy boy.

A little drawing I did for @missmindful on Instagram for her #missmindfulbuddy contest.  I'm not really concerned with the contest itself...I just wanted to draw my favourite dandy boy outfit <3.

The Lady Turban

I love the turban headband look thats going on.  This is a small sketch of mine from back in 2009.  I'm glad the look has caught on =).

Valentines Day

 What I wore on Valentines Day:

• Dark denim twist scarf - street shopping in Seoul, S. Korea
• Glasses - street shopping in Seoul, S. Korea
• Black pantyhose with heart dots - street shopping in Seoul, S. Korea
• Lace & Chiffon dress - American Apparel
• Red wool cardigan - Joe Fresh

I didn't have any time to accessorize or wear makeup because we were late for our dinner reservations =(.

Mood Ring

My vintage mood ring!  I got this at a thrift shop a couple years ago.

And I did my nails!  Chanel in black satin, and American Apparel nail polish in Supernova.

Favourite Winter Look

I drew my favourite winter look: a high bun and a chunky knit scarf.  I am so in love with how cute this look is.

1960

A little sketchbook drawing of some wild hair.  The sixties.  High.  Fashion.  Need I say more?

Fur!

Recycled fur.  

Vintage real fur at Ego in Kensington Market in Toronto!  I like the cream one <3.  These were on for abut $75CAD each.  I would've if I could've...

I'm an animal.

My lazy outfit the other day:

• Leopard print hair tie - from S. Korea (approx. $1CAD)
• Tiger graphic tank - street shopping in Thailand (approx $7CAD)
• Winter leggings in black - American Apparel
• Red wool cardigan - Joe Fresh ($20 on sale!)

Fresh Paint

Did my nails.  Sephora for OPI in Dear Diary and Flurry Up!

Me.

I figure if I'm gonna start blogging dandy style, I should probably include myself.
Me on a typical lazy day:

• Twist Scarf - American Apparel
• Fishersman's Pullover - American Apparel
• Timex Watch - American Apparel
• Skinny Jeans - H&M
• Glasses - street shopping in Hong-dae in Seoul, S. Korea

<3.

The Twist Scarf

I have a thing for twist scarves.  They ALWAYS manage to save a gross hair day.  My obsession with them led me to draw this little picture.  I usually get my twist scarves from American Apparel or from Seoul, Korea.  Woo, woo!

My obsession with pretty bows...

As of late -- no, no...as of ALWAYS -- I've been quite interested in bows.  Pretty bows.  And hair.  Pretty hair.  A quick drawing from today.  

Wear a bow to bed you dandy darlings. 

<3

The Lady Bag

In my opinion, a bag like this is a MUST HAVE for every dandy lady come the Spring.  Yes, high-end fashion designers are throwing about beautiful bags over there in what I like to call Fashion Heaven.  There's something about this bag, though, that just makes you want to carry it everywhere!  And it's not about to force you upon a line of credit either!

Jane Frame Bag from Club Monaco.  $249.50 CAD.  Genuine leather in a beautiful brown.

Here I'm taking it for a test drive.  Looks cute with my little python flats from H&M ($20CAD).

I MUST BUY THIS BAG!!

Floral Bottoms!

Saw these beautiful pants in the window of Mendocino on my way to work today.  Too cute!

I really miss the warm weather.  Come now, Spring!

Shawl Cardigans!

Shawl cardigans!  Penny loafers!  I love dressing like a little old lady haha.  And yes, my boyfriend and I sometimes share sweaters <3.

Also, follow me -- please! =)

Boots!

Oy vey!  The cold season is upon us!

A long goodbye to the sun, and a begrudging 'hello' to the cold gloom ahead.  But be not afraid!  For there is one good thing to come of all this...BOOTS! =)