My Christmas Gift To You:

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Snacks I Have Known.....SANTA EDITION!

Although I think my outfit is quite sweet, I put zero effort into my hair today, hence the bun.......

photo courtesy of Kanga

sweater: Urban Outfitters
necklace: Aldo accessories
navy cargo skinnies: Costa Blanca
boots: Miss Sixty
watch: Guess

Why the eff cant my hair ever look like this when I throw it up into a bun??  Just effortlessly chic.......

courtesy of officialkourtneyk.celebuzz.com

Anywhoo, here are some Snacks I Have Known......Santa Edition:


The ULTIMATE hangover brekkie: Dirty Ron's & Gatorade with a side of Advil........

Caramel chip Shortbread:

Bottle of Veuve Clicquot (which was handed to me with a straw):

Plate O' Fried Food at Big Daddy's Crabshack:

Milk Chocolate Marzipan from Rocky Mountain Chocolate:

Red Velvet cupcake from the bakery in The Bay (probably on of the best Red Velvets Ive ever tried...not too sweet...loved the cream cheese icing):



Desiderio Jeio - good lord this stuff was AMAZING....like Prosecco & Lychee juice mixed together.  Its what I like to call a "Creeper": it so delicious, it goes down like juice, so you have 4 glasses of it and feel nothing. Then you try to stand and........well, if youre in heels good luck:

Oysters: Ive only developed a liking for these in the past year....soooo good with hot sauce & lemon:

Wine Tasting with my buddy Steve (isnt he gorge?....and SO slim too!)  Was such a waste; I didnt even drink because they only served my nemesis: RED WINE!

Extra's NEW Dessert Delights gum in Key Lime Pie.  Great taste; very limey with a hint of custard, but it ran out of flavour wayyyy too fast:

Traditional Poutine from Smoke's....Kanga & I devoured this shit for breakfast one morning:

Have Yourself a Very Cellulite-y Christmas...........



FIERCEWITHAHIGHWAIST

FursWithAHighWaist

In case y'all havent noticed....I HEART FUR.  And yes, I feel guilty wearing it....and YES I still consider myself an animal lover.  I wish I was good enough a person to always stay away from things that are morally (or otherwise) wrong, but I fully admit that I am not.  Real talk.

On a brighter note, I have lovingly named both my furs: the lynx is called "LiLi" and the fox is called "Hey Gurlllllll!"


Fur du Jour:



photo courtesy of Kanga - I cant STAND this photo but if I asked her to take another one it wouldve been the slap heard round the world........

  Tshirt: American Apparel
Hey Gurrllll: Ebay
belt: Aritzia
trousers: Aritzia
booties: Aldo
watch: Guess
ring: Puerto Rico

Fur du Hier:



photo courtesy of Kanga

 LiLi: Ebay
tunic: H&M
leggings: Aldo Accessories
skinny belt: Aritzia
Miss Sixty boots: Ebay
watch: Garage

As you can see I buy my furs on Ebay...they have a lot of vintage stuff (which is not only stylish but eases the guilt of wearing a dead animal 'round my neck) and their prices are great.  I think fur is so effing chic, but the stoles with the animal's legs & heads still attatched completely weird me out.  I might as well carry Bearoo around my neck.......


FUR WANT:  $11,000 Blonde Mink Coat

Remember this beauty (the coat, not the hot mess in it)??  Linds allegedly stole it from some socialite back in '08.  Shit gurllll, I cant even blame the bitch...Id sell my first born just to wear it for an hour........

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"I Hate People I Dont Know"......

....one of my favourite sayings when Im cranky and in a crowded place.  During the holiday season, my hood aka the Yonge & Dundas area, becomes over-run with manic holiday shoppers/905ers.  PET PEEVE: Im walking, a guy is walking towards me, we are obvs on a collision course and HE DOESNT MOVE....therefore bashing his elbow into my side. Attn: Men of Toronto, when you see a female coming, please note that youre the man and you should be the one to move.  Dont be afraid to be a gentleman - WE DONT HAVE TO BE THE SAME TO BE EQUAL.  Anywhoo.....although I must admit the street holiday decorations & lights are truly beautiful.....the Eaton Centre, or "Evil Centre" (as I lovingly refer to it during the month of December) is just too much to handle.  You can find me at home, pulling a Greta Garbo......under the covers, blinds shut, wishing the world would just go away......

HUMBUG!!!



What I Wore on Friday:



photo courtesy of Kanga

 shirt: Le Chateau
trousers: American Apparel (high-waisted...OBVS)
belt: Aritzia
watch: Shoppers Drug Mart
ring: Puerto Rico
booties: Aldo
Hair Inspiration: Troy Polamalu

What I Wore Today:




photo courtesy of Kanga

 dress: H&M
cardi: Aritzia
leggings: Zara
socks: stolen from brother
boots: Urban Outfitters
watch: Fossil
ring: Puerto Rico

What I Wore Sometime Last Week:



photo courtesy of Kanga

 completely inappropriate backless bodysuit: American Apparel
skirt: Urban Outfitters (high-waisted...AGAIN)
leggings: Aritzia
booties: Aldo

SIGHHHHHH......so many outfits....so little time.....



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Top Ten Christmas Wants

Even tho Im not really a Christmas person, I AM a HUGE Receiving-Presents Person.  Here's a compilation of my ten most desired items for Christmas 2010:


1. Crisace Hair Extensions (approx $1300 for a full head) - Lemme tell ya, the year I had these babies was the greatest year of my hair's life. Seriously - I felt like one of those Kardashian bitches.  Amazing quality Indian Temple hair for a couple hundred cheaper than Great Lengths.  Worth every penny.

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2. Bottle of Prosecco (approx $20) - Gorgeous, light & fluffy bubbles - I always feel very chi-chi when I drink this stuff.  If Champagne is the queen, then Prosecco is the hotter, younger princess.....

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3. Primark Cape Coat (approx $50)- Sooooo stylish with skinnies.....and warm too.  Love the military detailing.  Plus Ive always wanted to be a caped-crusader......

courtesy of somewhereinhackneyfashion.blogspot.com

4. Orthopedic Dog Bed (approx $100-$300)- for the man in my life.  He is developing arthritis & his comfort is a huge priority....plus I think he gets too hot sleeping on my bed.....

courtesy of bigdogbeds.com - PS this isnt My Bearoo in the photo.....

 5. Bvlgari White Tea Shampoo & Body Lotion (free at the Ritz-Carlton) - Not a fan of the actual White Tea perfume (too strong)...but the lotion delivers an unbelievable, milder scent.  I also use the shampoo as a laundry detergent for special, delicate things.  Side note: if you ever stay at a Ritz-Carlton, swipe as many of these (along with the shower gel & conditioner) as you can......


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6. Laser-Eye Surgery (approx $5000) - a life without glasses or contacts would truly be a dream come true.

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7. Aritzia Leopard Silk Dress ($165) - I have been waiting for this shit to come into stores since late summer. The possibilities of ways to wear it are endless.......


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8. My Own TV Show (priceless) - Because I think Im pretty awesome.....and kind of a loud-mouth.

courtesy of tvrage.com.....and MOI

9. Michael Kors Rose Gold-Plated Chronograph Watch ($300) - Uber-feminine & so beautiful it makes my knees buckle.

courtesy of net-a-porter.com

10. Unconditional Love (priceless) - I love myself, flaws & all, and dont want to change the fundamental core of who I am.  Wouldnt it be a treat to find a lover, friend, and/or family member who shared that sentiment?  Besides Bearoo, of course......

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Snacks I Have Known........BORICUA STYLE!!

Lets get this out of the way first....heres what I wore today:

"Inspired by"....because we never say knock-off dahling......

blouse: Urban Outfitters

vintage fox fur stole: Ebay

belt: Aritzia

trousers: Wilfred

booties: Aldo

"Inspired by" Chanel Camellia Ring: $12 @ a random Puerto Rican gift shop

Back to Snacks I Have Known....BORICUA STYLE:

In case youre confused, BORICUA refers to someone who was born and/or raised as a Puerto Rican.  For further explanation, please refer to Big Pun & Joe's song "Still Not A Playa."  Note the ending where they sing "Boricua....Morena", Boricua meaning Puerto Rican, Morena meaning a dark skinned/hair/eyed female....usually of Hispanic descent....but I think in the song they chanted it to sybolize the harmonious unity of Black & Latinos.  THE MORE YOU KNOW!!!!



La Muralla Restaurant-the owner lived on top (check out his laundry & dog on the roof)



Rice & "Pink" Beans with a side of fried chicken......INHALED this shit after a long hike....

Fresh Coconut Water...they often sell these on the beach too.  Snacks I Have Known tip: after all the juice is gone, ask someone to hack it open with a machete for you....there is delicious coconut meat & pulp inside that shouldnt be wasted.....

Shrimp Taco.....needed less batter, more shrimp.......but my nails are looking FIERCE......

Pananutres aka Bread Fruit Chips.  Bread Fruit is similar to potato, but with a lot less flavour...these chips tasted like stale Baked Lays.....superyuck.
Coconut Lollipop - hands down THE BEST lollipop I have ever tried.  It was made with coconut cream & had actual chunks of toasted coconut in it.  SUPERYUM!

Coconut Ice on the beach.....can you tell Im a coconut fan??

Keebler Toast & Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers.  Ive only tried the Ritz Cracker version of these....Ive never seen the Keebler ones in Toronto.  I prefer the Ritz....Keebler didnt come close to replicating the buttery texture of a Ritz cracker.  A lovely couple from Dallas (where Keebler stuff is made) gave me this packet after I let out my trademark embarassingly-loud-high-pitched squeal: "IM HUNGEEEEEEE!!!!!"

As you can see, I take snacking VERY VERY seriously.  This was proved earlier last week when I was literally stopped in my tracks by the sight of the NEW Balsamic & Basil flavoured Triscuits. They were sitting on my co-workers desk.  As I devoured some & gabbed nonstop about them, my coworker deadpanned, "Wow.....Ive never met anyone who was so into Triscuit crackers."

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Visions of Puerto Rico

A few candids of stuff I did......and MORE IMPORTANTLY stuff I wore in PR:

The view from my hotel......Lord have mercy is there anything more beautiful than the ocean????

Beach Uniform #1:

fedora: American Eagle
cotton dress: Bikini Village
wristlet: Louis Vuitton
flip flops: Excetera

Beach Uniform #2:

Cover-up: Garage
Camo Bikini: Garage

I also hiked thru the El Yunque Rainforest....very lush & gorgeous.

I call this look "Rainforest Chic":

sunglasses: Rayban
one piece bathing suit: American Apparel
vintage Levi's cutoffs (high-waisted of course): Urban Outfitters
sneakers: Converse
belt: Aritzia

Me having an Elisabeth Shue a la Cocktail moment:

El Yunque was filled with wide variety of wild-life...hence this beast:

Sandy Toes.....and FIERCE pedicure courtesy of JKat Jean at The Nail Shoppe. If youre looking for a fab pedi, go see JKat....that bitch gives great foot & does all her designs free-hand:

Coming up in tomorrow's blog: Snacks I Have Known.....Boricua Style!!

FIERCEWITHAHIGHWAIST



It's Britney Bitch......and I'm Back

I landed in Toronto last nite at midnight and apparently winter happened while I was gone.  Travelling is truly an amazing thing - I woke up looking at a warm, sunny beach and went to bed wrapped in flannel looking at flurries.  I was so exhausted by the time I touched down in Toronto I was in a foul mood & gave Canada Customs some serious attitude - which quickly led to them thoroughly searching all my belongings (but not my anus, thank God).  Even tho I acted like a total bitch during the search, I dont think I gave off a "drug mule" kinda vibe, but I do think they thought I did some serious shopping in the States (which unfortunatly I did not) and wasn't claiming all of my purchases.  Plus they checked the linings and zippers on ALL my Louis Vuitton luggage.....not for traces of smack, but for tell-tale signs of it being counterfeit.  It wasnt, and I left feeling incredibly violated.

Between the long plane ride, the Customs fiasco, my exhaustion & dread of having to wake up early for work - I was done-zo.  It's funny, but even tho I was feeling absolutely miserable, it was the little things that brought me a lot of comfort: washing my face, putting on my pj's, sleeping in my own bed, the way my condo smells, hugging my dog.  As bad as my attitude was, I was filled with a sense of gratitude for the simple comforts of home.....and thats a sentiment I should strive to feel more often.

SO ANYWAYS, I also enjoyed something naughty.....a filthy little pleasure I indulge in from time to time.  I by no means consider myself a smoker, but once in a while, MAN OH MAYUN a cigarette really hits the spot.  Of course, being the biggest GIRL on the planet, I can only handle those skinny little menthol bitch-sticks.....and to this day I still cant finish a whole one.  Some people keep an ice pack in their freezers in case of emergencies, I prefer this:

Benson & Hedges Menthol Superslims (Im a girl, I know) & my favourite lighter that a man with only 1 tooth gave me in the Dominican Republic.

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Beach Essentials

T-minus 24 hours and counting until I get my Puchi Lavoe on.......


....until then, I am going thru a mental list of things to pack.  Its a short trip, I'll only be gone for 3 days, but here are my Top 5 Beach Vacation Essentials I never travel without:


1. SPF for face & body.  An absolute must......in 30 or higher because the sun is a COMPLETELY different beast near the equator.  Im obsessed with sun protection (yes, I heap it on even in winter) and here are the best SPF products Ive ever used:

L'Oreal Ombrelle Face Stick SPF 60 - Phenomenal.  Convenient packaging, hands-free application, lasts forever, NEVER goes on greasy, and I dunno how they do it, but I left this shit out in the African sun for hours and it didnt melt.  I also coat it around my eyes and it doesnt sting.  Worth every penny.

courtesy of beautyeditor.ca

Life Brand Continuous Spray SPF 30 - I absolutly hate using my hands to apply SPF, so the continuous spray feature is a must for me.  Dont waste your money on brand names, this Life brand SPF really gets the job done. I couldnt find a photo of it, so please enjoy the Shoppers logo instead:

courtesy of  timinganddelivery.com

2. My Beach Uniform.  Being a girl, I always feel the need to overpack.  I hate feeling fashionably unprepaired for any occasion....especially considering the amount of money I spend on clothes.   So I load up my suitcase with all sorts of random shit; heels & stuff, but no matter what I shove into my suitcase, I ALWAYS end up living in the same outfit while Im away:

-BIKINI. 90% of mine are from Old Navy. They have a MASSIVE selection, adorable prints & colours, they never get see thru when wet, great quality & price.  Plus you can mix and match because most of us are different sizes on top & bottom. Bikini tops also serve as a great bra under sundresses & tanks.
-FLIP FLOPS. I used to be undyingly loyal to Havainas.....until I discovered Old Navy flip flops.  Amazing colours & great prices.  Other than the logo, I honestly cannot tell the difference between these & Havainas.
-LOOSE COTTON SUNDRESS. Perfect for throwing on over a bikini...but be sure to get cotton, it dries super-fast and is breathable in hot climates. A loose fit is essential for feeling comfortable & breezy....I like to keep my skin-tight clothes where they belong: THE OFFICE.
-SUNGLASSES. Not only do they look effin' cool, they protect your eyes from the sun and offer a bit of coverage to a make-up free face.

Here's Hayden Panettiere looking very fiercewithahighwaist.  While I acknowledge the fact that I am nowhere near as cute as her, this is a perfect display of my classic "Beach Uniform" (minus the blackberry...ugh...get over yourself):



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3. SECRET CLINICAL STRENGTH DEODORANT.  Being human, when I get hot, I sweat.  Being Pakistani, my sweat stinks.  Regular deodorant in the opressive heat doesnt cut it for me.  This product, when applied to freshly washed skin at night, actually stops my pits from sweatin' & stinkin'.  Seriously, so fresh & so clean all day long.....

courtesy of lipglossandlaptops.com

4. ZIPLOC BAGS. Dont waste your money on make-up bags....take a cue from Vanessa Kensington in Austin Powers and organize everything in Ziploc bags.   Technically they dont have to be Ziploc brand.....The Dollar Store has durable & supercheap ones.......but I pack EVERYTHING in these and bring a few to spare.  A small one is to get my carry-on liquids thru security, toiletries go in one (because my stuff ALWAYS bursts on the plane), each pair of shoes goes in one (because I HATE the soles touching my clothes), undies & bikinis go in another (cuz I hate the idea of the crotch part touching ANYTHING....jesus christ Im like Rain Man), one to keep my electronic stuff organized and dry, and I pack spares to put my wet bikinis into on the plane ride home.  Bonus: they are reusable......



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5. A JUICY Read.  Whether its every gossip rag & fashion mag available, or one of my fave novels, I LOVE to read on the beach!  I dont care to pass the time with an IPOD because the sounds of the waves crashing is so beautiful....but still I can only stare at the water for so long.  Here are my reccomendations:

Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann.  Dysfunctional relationships, drug abuse, lesbianism, fashion commentary, body image issues & unnecessary cosmetic surgery......all wrapped up into a beautiful pink book.....whats not to love??

Confessions of A Video Vixen and The Vixen Diaries by Karrine Steffans.  A seriously juicy read because the bitch names names. Especially great if youre a hip-hop fan like me.

The Book Of Negroes by Lawrence Hill. - Considering this book was published in 2007, its shocking how Hill can write so vividly & seemingly accurately about the 1700's slave trade from West Africa to South Carolina. Its also shocking how a male can write a novel from a female's perspective so well.



On that note, I gotta start packing.....see you suckas next week!!!

FIERCEWITHAHIGHWAIST