Back to School Wishlist!

Summer Vacations are almost over (less than 3 weeks left!) and I have to say that I can’t wait to go back to school! This is my last semester before I graduate and I’m super excited about it!

 I remember when I was a little girl, my mother use to take me shopping at this time of the year so I can find a new “back to school” outfit.  I have to admit that I was a little spoiled, but when you’re a child you’re growing so fast that it’s normal to need new clothes to start school. I’m not a child anymore and I don’t really need new clothes (my closet is already full of them!), but there are still some pieces of clothing that I’d really like to have to start school. However, I’m totally broke right now, so I probably won’t be able to afford those pretty things…but hey a girl can dream!  So, here’s my back to school wishlist.

Hope you will enjoy the last weeks of vacation left!

Catherine xx.

1)      Loafers:

Loafers are really trendy right now and they are a great alternative to regular flat shoes. They can look really cute with some jeans or with a skirt. Plus, they can easily add a little edge to an outfit. I really like those ones from Aldo. ( available here )

2)      Boyfriend  Jeans:

Am I the only one to be tired of the usual skinny jeans? With the good fit, boyfriend jeans can look super hot! They can bring a little something different to the boring, but so practical T-shirt/jeans outfit. Here’s the one that I absolutely want from American Eagle. (available here )

3)     Jean Jacket:

If like me, you still don’t have a jeans jacket, well you definitely need one! This is a major trend right now and it is perfect for a more chilly weather. It goes with everything, believe me! I really like this one available at American eagle. (available here )

4)      Gold Watch:
      I already have a silver Michael Kors watch that I absolutely love, but I would like to have a gold one also. Not necessary a Michael Kors one though, just very big one with a boyish look.  Like those ones:

1- Available at Michale Kors or here
2- Available at Nixon or here
3- Available at Aldo or here
4- Available ar Aldo or here

            

My Day at Osheaga

Hi Everyone!

As you all know, Sunday I went to Osheaga and despite the bad weather (it rained pretty much all day), it was amazing! I was wet, tired and I almost got kill by a guy doing body surfing…but it was totally worthed. What I prefer about Music Festivals is that it gives you the opportunity to see a lot of different bands in the same day.  I saw The Airborne Toxic Event, City and Color, Metric and The Black Keys. It also makes you discovered new bands.
 It was my first time at Osheaga, but certainly not my last!
 So, here are some pictures that I took for you guys.

Have a great day!

Catherine xx.

The Crowd during The Black Keys show

My friend and I at The Airbone Toxic Event Show.

When the rain finally stopped and the sun came out.

Kono Pizza! Those were pizza shapped as ice cones. My friend and I were starving for one of those which just looked delicious, but when we came to get one the electrin system of the restaurent broke...what a shame!

The Airbone Toxic Event Show

 

More Picstures to come...



Arthur

Just a super cute photo of my adorable cat ^^

Week 3: My Guilty Pleasure Film

Hi Everyone!
So to keep going with my 30 weeks of films challenge. Here's a little post about my "Guilty Pleasure Film". 

My guilty pleasure film is definitely Breakfast at Tiffany’s with Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard. Every time I feel down, I like to watch this film to cheer me up. It’s just a really funny and beautiful love story.  Released in 1961, Breakfast at Tiffany’s narrated the life of Holly Golightly, a young New York socialite who tries to find a rich husband, but who fall in love with a young broke writer that just move into her apartment building.

 Originally the part of Holly Golightly was create for Marilyn Monroe, but her acting coach told her that it wouldn’t be good for her image. So, it’s Audrey Hepburn who took the part. The film ended up being a big success; Audrey Hepburn even received a Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination for her interpretation of Holly.  

Aniway, if you haven't seen it before you're missing something. It's a classic! Perfect for a girl's movie night.

So, here’s the original trailer of this film for you to check this out.

Enjoy!
Catherine xx.

Osheaga

Hi Guys!

Sorry I haven’t post anything recently, but I’ve been much occupied.  Anyway, this weekend is going to super exciting, since I’m going to see The Black Keys at the Osheaga Festival! Osheaga is a music festival based here in Montreal. It started in 2006 and has been very popular since. A lot of great bands had play at Osheaga like Weezer, Coldplay, The Killers, etc. The Lineup this year is very impressive with many great musicians like Snoop Dogg (Who apparently changed his scene name for Snoop Lion? You can read the article here ), Justice, Metric and of course, The Black Keys. The festival will take place on Friday the 3^rd, Saturday the 4^th and Sunday the 5^th of August.

For more info you can go on the official website here and even catch some tickets if you’re lucky (I heard the all week-end passes were sold out!).

Have a good day,  

Catherine xx.

30 Weeks of Films: Week 2

You’re favorite movie character?

My favorite movie character is Edward Scissorhands from Tim Burton’s film Edward Scissorhands. Edward was created by an inventor who died before he could finish him and left him with scissors for hands. One day, Peg, a cosmetic sealer, finds Edward and invites him into her home. At first, everyone welcome Edward into the community, but soon things begin to take a change.  

Edward is very sensitive and just wants to be accepted by others. However, his difference makes it very difficult for him to fit in the community. He is very shy and awkward, but that’s just making him even more attaching. There’s just something about his innocence that make us bound with him. I think everyone can relate to Edward.  We all know how hard it is sometime to “fit in” and I’m pretty sure everyone experienced rejection at least once in their life. I guess that’s the reason why I like him so much.

I also have to admit that I’m a big fan of Johnny Depp (who plays Edward in this film), not only because he is super hot (he really is!), but also because he’s a very talented actor.

Here’s the original trailer the film: Edward Scissorhands

Catherine xx

Favorite Beauty Products.

Hi Everyone!

I might not be a professional make-up artist, but I’ve been wearing make-up since I’m like 11 or 12 years old, so I'm getting pretty good at it. I have to admit that I always had a preference for all the Chanel products, but they are kind of pricey and I can’t afford to only use Chanel cosmetics. So I always try to find some more budget-friendly products, but from time to time I like to pay for quality. So anyway, here are my favorite beauty products right now.

Catherine xx

5) Mary Kay Yellow Concealer

Yellow concealers are the best to hide dark circles. The yellow shade of this concealer covers the blue/purple shade of your dark circles. This product is perfect when you didn’t get your beauty, but still want to look your best. However you ALWAYS have to put foundation over it, unless you want to have yellow eye contour!

4) Prep + Prime Skin by MAC

I discovered this primer recently and since then, it became one of my favorite products. Primers are use to prepare the skin before you apply your make-up. It makes your skin look smoother and hold your make-up all day long. So, you hydrate your skin, put this primer on, add foundation and voila! you have a perfect movie star look.

3) Mascara Inimitable by Chanel

I’m crazy about mascaras and this is certainly the best mascara I ever tried! It gives you everything, length, volume, curl and separation. It’s very dark and last all day, but it’s still very easy to get off.  The only cons about this mascara is the price (something like 30$). I LOVE Chanel products, but I don’t always goes with my budget.

2) John Frieda Full Repair Touch-Up Flyaway Tamer

This is my favorite hair product right now. It’s perfect to smooth the flyaway hair and damaged ends and it makes your hairstyle look perfectly polished. Plus it comes in a small tube that you can keep it in your purse for eventual touch-up.  I don’t like to put product in my hair because it usually makes them look greasy and heavy, but this product makes my hair look very shiny and healthy.

1) Rouge Coco Shine Lipstick by Chanel, #46 Liberté

I totally love the Chanel’s Rouge Coco Shine lipsticks. Those lipsticks are very shinny, almost glossy and very hydrating. This summer, I fell in love with the #46, Liberté. Coral is very popular right now and I find this shade very pretty and easier to wear than a bright coral lipstick.

Monday Morning.

Bon Lundi Matin tout le monde!

Je déteste les lundis et je suis certaine que je ne suis pas la seule. Alors voici une vidéo que je trouve particulièrement drôle, histoire de remonter le moral de tout le monde en ce beau lundi matin.

J’espère que vous allez apprécier!

Catherine xx.

Oh and girls, there's a post about my favorite beauty products comming soon!





I'm in Love with musique!

I listen to a lot of music and I wanted to share with you my favorite songs right now. Enjoy!

5) Panic by Sublime with Rome

I’m a big fan of Sublime and I just love the new stuff they are doing with Rome Ramirez. This song is from their album “Yours Truly” that came out in 2011.

4) The Cave by Mumford & Sons

It’s one of my friends who introduce me to Mumford and sons.  Like pretty much everyone, I’ve heard “Little Lion Man” on the radio a couple of time, but didn’t know the band very well. Right now, I’m just in love with “The Cave” and I can’t wait for their second album to come out in September.

3)  Lonely Boy by The Black Keys

I just love the Black Keys! Their album “El Camino” released in 2011 is one of my favorite albums right now. “Gold on the Ceiling” is a very good song too, but there’s just something about “Lonely Boy” that I like very much. 

 2) It's Time by Imagine Dragons

“It’s Time” is the kind of song that I could listen over and over again without getting tired of it. I don’t know why, but it just cheers me up. Actually the whole album “Night Vision” is great.

1) Little Talks by Of Monsters and Men

I discovered “Of Monster and Men” very recently. The first time I heard “Little Talks” on the radio, I totally fell in love! If you are into Hindi-Rock music, I totally recommend this band to you. Their first album “My Head is an Animal” is great! 

BONUS!

Un petit spécial pour les francophones, voici les chansons francophones que j’écoute le plus en ce moment.

 Le Faux Est à La Mode de Raffy

À presque tout les vendredis, mes amis et moi allons dans un bar près de chez moi appelé Chez Maurice. C’est dans ce bar que j’ai découvert Raffy. J’ai tout de suite adoré et depuis je suis complètement accro à leur nouveau simple « Le Faux et à La Mode ». 

On va s'aimer encore de Vincent Vallière

Je trouve cette chanson magnifique. Il s’agit sans doute de ma chanson d’amour préférée en ce moment. Je ne sais pas si c’est les paroles et la douceur avec laquelle Vincent Vallière chante, mais cette chanson me donne littéralement des frissons.

Adieux de Coeur de Pirate

J’adore tout de Cœur de Pirate, sa musique, son style, ses tatouages, etc. Son nouvel album « Blonde » est excellent. J’aime particulièrement la chanson « Adieux ». Je ne sais pas si vous avez vu le clip vidéo de cette chanson, mais vraiment je le trouve super!

L'amour du jour de Kaïn

Le weekend dernier, je suis allée Kaïn en spectacle avec des amis. Ça faisait un moment que je n’avais pas écouter ce groupe et d’aller les voir m’a rappelé à quel point ce groupe fait de la bonne musique. « L’amour du Jour » est l’une des chansons que je préfère de Kaïn et dernièrement je l’écoute beaucoup. 

French Kiss!

Since this Blog is about me, it as to reflect who I am. Even though I usually post in English, I am from a francophone background and I speak French currently.  Alors, Gardons une petite touche de français!

Catherine xx.

30 Weeks of Films: Your First Film ever?

There is this thing going on on Facebook called “30 days of films”, so I decided to do the same thing and post one video of a film every weeks. Hope you guys will enjoy it!

Week One: Your first film ever

Like pretty much every little girls, I was completely brainwashed by the Walt Disney’s films. The first film I remember watching is “Pocahontas”. It was my favorite movie! I watched it over and over again and I still remember every lyric from every single song. I don’t know if it was her wildness or her perfect “hair in the wind” look, but there was something about Pocahontas that made her more appealing to me than all the other Disney princesses. So, here’s a video of “Color of the wind”, which is probably the most popular song from this film.

Catherine xx.

Let me introduce myself...

Hello everyone!

My name is Catherine. I'm currently a student in communication and cinema and I eventually want to become a screen writer.

I use to follow a lot of different Blogs and one day I thought to myself “Hey, I should have my own Blog!” So here it is! I’m basically here to talk about myself, my passions, my life, etc.  Like most of the girls, I’m crazy about fashion! I love clothes, shoes, purses, EVERYTHING! I’m not shallow, but I have to admit that I do spend a lot of time thinking about the way I look. However, it is not the only thing in my mind. I don’t think I would be able to live without music. I mostly listen to rock music, but I’m open to every genre.  I sing all the time (ask my brothers!), however I don’t find my voice particularly interesting and I’m too shy to sing in front of other people (except in front of my brothers of course!). I also play the trumpet (I know it sounds kind of “geeky”, but believe me it’s really cool!). Since I want to become a screen writer, I have to say that cinema also takes a big place in my life.  I’m mostly into horror films, but again I’m interest in every genre. Years ago, I discovered Quentin Tarantino with the famous “Pulp Fiction” and I totally fell in love. Since then, I’ve discovered many other films, directors and styles, but I have to say that Tarantino was my first cinematographic love and he will always keep an important place in my heart.

So that’s pretty much everything you guys have to know about me…at least for now! Hope you will enjoy being a part of my crazy life.

Welcome to my madness! Catherine xx.