TINSEL TOWN by Sephora x OPI

It amazes me how early people in the US start celebrating major holidays. People were already setting Christmas decorations up on their front yard before Thanskgiving, and Christmas songs have been playing on the radio non stop.

I figured I'd embrace this so I bought this nail polish set off Sephora, and it's really getting me into the holiday mood.




The full sized top coat "Only Gold For Me" is great! So many possibilities. I'm liking these glittery, slutty nails right now. Dare I try a glitter gradient soon?

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Pink Panache

Seriously in love with Mrs. Harrison's style... When I grow old I want to be as stylish as she is!
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Light Up My Life

The problem with really special candles is that I never want to use them.

It's kind of stupid if you think about it. You don't want to enjoy the moment because you anticipate its ending.

I almost bought two of the teacup candles today so that I could use one up and have the other one to keep staring at. Kind of regret not doing that now... Guess I could refill it with my own wax but obviously I'm too lazy for that to ever happen.

Clockwise from top left: teacup candle from Royal Albert China; Solstice candle from Fringe; apple and pinecone candle from Bee Happy Candles; La Petite Pomme Rouge from DL&Co

The candles from Bee Happy Candles are made from beeswax and smell divine with a hint of honey! I got them at the farmer's market in Davis last weekend. The lady at the stall said that you need to burn them long enough so that the insides are liquified, and the light glows through from the inside out.

Maybe the secret is to buy candles that aren't the most special but still make you feel like you're indulging yourself?
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Healthy Strawberry "Parfait"

One girl versus the world.

Or 2.5 lbs of strawberries. Same thing.

WHO will win???

It was a intense race against time as they began to show signs of rotting... but humankind prevailed in the end!

This version of the humble parfait uses greek yoghurt and honey for a healthy spin on things.

I think I need to take a break from strawberries for a while.

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Jubilee Gifts

It's still difficult being away from London, especially when people were celebrating the Queen's Jubilee last weekend. I put it at the back of my mind and also managed to forget to browse gifts online.

Mother of God, this teacup from Fortnum & Mason is so whimsical... I want it!

And this silk scarf from Libery London is sold out already. Sad times.

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