Hello! I know it's been a few days since I've checked in but I'm seriously enjoying this vacation and trying to disconnect as much as possible (I mean, besides sharing photos to Instagram every time I get a wifi connection and checking my Facebook when we come back to our home-away-from-home for naps). I had planned to share a weekend recap with you but I think it's best if I just group the photos together for a Barbados recap instead, once I'm back.
Today was our last full day as we leave tomorrow afternoon. We got up around 9am and Marco and I went to breakfast on our own to a cute little spot up the St. Lawrence Gap called Happy Days. From there, we padded down to the beach where our friends slowly joined us and we alternated between lying on the beach and swimming in the ocean--what a life, right? The biggest worry: what to eat next. I don't want vacation to end!
On that note, I'll let you go as it's official nap-time here at the house which I've been partaking in on the daily despite not being a huge nap person. Tonight we're headed out for (more) Bajan food and to see some live music. Hope you're having a great week!
Photos taken from video via the GoPro.
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Sorry for the radio silence, I have been busy preparing for our trip to Barbados! We arrived yesterday afternoon and have been taking in the sun and sand.
We are here with five of our friends for a full on vacation and it is so hot (no air conditioning in the house either, except the bedrooms, which is great for sleeping). We spent the day yesterday at the beach and watched the sunset, came home, got ready and went to dinner at Rude Boys. We had authentic Bajan food and it was so good. Most of us called an early night so we were fully refreshed this morning to spend the day at the beach.
The water here is crystal turquoise and blue, the sand is super soft and fine and the locals are uber friendly. We sipped on beers all afternoon while hanging out in the ocean, every so often grabbing shade under an umbrella on the beach. Later we grabbed flying fish sandwiches at a shack bar at the beach. I'd be lying if I said I didn't get a little bit toasted today, but it was worth the fun afternoon!
Tonight we are headed to a fish fry and later on a party on the beach with an all-you-can-drink party! Should be a great time and can't wait to try more of their amazing food on this island.
Follow along on Instagram (I'm acoest1984) and check out our unique vacation hashtag #brilliantbarbadosbreakaway for photos from me and my friends too.
My closet-office room is the second bedroom in our condo and was built using the Ikea Stolmen system, which is completely customized to whatever you like.
We chose to go with three sections as it was important for me to have lots of hanging space for tops and a longer hanging area for dresses. I needed shelves for folded pants and accessories, and then we put shelves across the top to house shoes.
The initial plan was to install drawers but they were too deep so we returned them and picked up the cubbies instead. I had the faux black leather boxes already (from Loblaws) which fit perfectly into the spaces.
Overall the build took a few days and turned out great. I use the built-in closet in the room for jackets, skirts and to tuck away sweat pants, leggings, swimsuits in various boxes, etc. I recently added a mirror and artwork to the room too so it's really coming together and will share more updates soon.
We have been living at our place for seven months now and the bed, despite being new, is something that has felt unfinished (see our bedroom tour here). We had purchased a new Hotel Collection duvet cover (style is called, 'Frame'), but didn't get matching shams because I wanted to find something less expensive, less matchy-matchy, but also that worked in the space. On top of that, other expenses took precedent. All that said, I finally finished our bed last week and even found some art work to hang above it.
The three Euro pillows (with cases) were found at Home Sense, the black damask stripe King pillow cases are from Home Outfitters, the black ruffle pillows is old and from Home Sense, and the white fur and grey woven pillow are both from Bouclair. I've had that furry, black throw for years and it works well as it's become Eve's favourite place to lie (and we no longer use it for ourselves, ha).
More after the jump...
Outfit deets:
* Joe Fresh tee which you saw during my trip to NYC but in black and also when I initially tried it on in the fitting room.
* Kenar skirt that I'm obsessed with. It was one of those purchases I instantly knew I'd make the minute I saw it.
* Iro Manela wedges which you've seen in one of my favourite outfit posts of all time, with a LBD, and this past Summer when I went to Taco Fest.
* Accessories: unknown necklace (old), Swarovski & Hot Diamond bangles.
Per usual, I'm drawn to neutrals (and still am, with a mix of olive green and maroon for Fall) and have come to accept it's just what I feel best in. Colour has a place in my heart but it's taking a backseat currently.
I totally forgot to post these photos that were taken a few weeks ago and now the weather has turned here in Ottawa, but I figured better late than never. Additionally, since this is an outfit that's been on repeat, I wanted to capture it even if it meant using my iPhone instead. Hope you're having a great week & happy October!
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