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Friday, 17 January 2014

Feeling Foxy Friday: Joules Review


I don't know how the weather is on your end, but here in Canada it is c o l d. But just because it's cold doesn't mean I have to ditch the warm coloursI am channeling my inner autumn, since I miss that weather oh-so-much. 

What I'm wearing: Boots c/o Joules USA, Dress Urban Planet, Coat (old) H&M, Scarf/Hat/Mits Local boutiques, Tights Value Village 

I'm feeling foxy today with my fox dress and these amazing Fox Rain Boots from Joules.  It's hard to find a good pair of waterproof winter boots, and rain boots take on even the deadliest of blizzards. The winters where I am are also extremely wet. There is actually a puddle so large on my campus right now, we call it Lake McMaster. 


It's also difficult to find a pair of rain boots that aren't hard to walk in, fit right on the calf, and are comfortable. I am telling you that these Joules Rainboots are made in heaven, it feels like I'm walking on a cloud. They are comfortable, stylish, affordable and make me want to go jump in as many puddles (or snow forts) as possible. If you don't feel like channeling your inner Foxy Cleopatra, their boots come in many different styles and patterns. Some of the other pairs I may have to snatch up are: thesethese, and these



Going to find some puddles to jump in now!







*all opinions are my own

Sunday, 5 January 2014

Weekly Roundup

You know what the best feeling in the world is? The feeling when you have been trying to crack your finger for what seems like eons (when really it's been thirty seconds) and it finally cracks. Anyways, happy Sunday everybody! I hope your 2014 has been going well. I've spent the first five days of 2014 and last five days of my holidays before school starts by laying in bed in my comfy Christmas pajamas playing The Sims over and over again. Apparently I would rather clean my Sims apartment rather than my own, oh well. Here is this week's roundup!

TO EAT
The holidays shouldn't be your only excuse to eat delicious food. Try these Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites and start your New Year's resolution next week (or next year.. who needs diets, really?) 

TO WEAR
It's not like I need anymore excuses to shop, but this Reverse Split Sweater from Nasty Gal is too cute to resist. Watch out Kelly Kapowski 

TO LISTEN

I saw the Beyonce's Mrs Carter Tour in Toronto a few weeks ago, and I can't even comment on the fabulousness (is that a word?) on her performance. I know the album was released a few weeks ago and people may be thinking "this is old news" but whoever says that deserves a punch in the gut. Since the release, I have watched this music video an average five times a day. It's my favourite video from the album, what's yours?

TO DECORATE

TO SEE
I'm not sure what the weather is like in Italy right now but if it looks anything like this, take me there now. Secluded Beach, Furore, Amalfi, Italy

TO CREATE
Now that I have my own Polaroid camera, this looks like a project I would love to do. 

Monday, 30 December 2013

Oh Summer Candy Yearly Round Up

2013 has to be the most rewarding year of my entire life. Although this year brought me some downs including the death of my Grandmother and a difficult break up, it has also brought me many, many ups. I think this was the year I finally found myself, as cliche as that sounds. I know the person I want to be and I love the person I have become. My grades have gone up drastically, I landed an internship, a part-time job, had the first healthy relationship in my life, grew closer with some of the best friends I could ask for, lived on my own, travelled, forgiven those who have hurt me, apologized to those I have hurt, discovered and met amazing bands, and of course my biggest accomplishment: this blog. I never thought that I would receive so much support from this blog as I have. From my friends and family and my online network of friends, this blog has grown to exactly what I want it to be. Thank you for reading and commenting and supporting. Here is a collection of the top ten posts of 2013. Enjoy and I can't wait for what the new year brings to Oh Summer Candy.










Happy New Years!

Friday, 20 December 2013

DIY Christmas Gifts

Christmas is almost here and if you are anything like me, you haven't even started. Unfortunately, some of the Christmas gifts you were wanting to get for people, may be sold out, but there's always another option! So many DIY blogs right now are making amazing Christmas gift ideas. I conjured up some of my favourite DIY Christmas gifts to share with you. Not only do DIY gifts come from the heart, but they are easy on the wallet too! 

You can always count on A Beautiful Mess to make beautiful DIY gifts like this His + Her Coffee Giftbasket


A handmade Infinite Scarf to keep your loved ones warm during the cold season

Don't let Santa have all the sugar! Sugar Scrub

These Handwarmers warm your hands and your heart. 

Rolo and Hug Pretzels for your foodie friend. 

May have to make this Deer Fabric Sign for myself!

Merry Christmas Frugal Females!


Friday, 13 December 2013

Frugal Fashion Friday: Trend Drunk + Blogger Fashion Week

You know what I love? Online shopping and thrift shopping. You know what I love even more? A place where I can do both at the same time. Trend Trunk is a Canadian-based online consignment store where you can get brand new to pre-loved items for up to 80% off!

Currently, Trend Trunk is holding a Blogger Fashion Week from December 9th-December 15th and Oh Summer Candy will be featured on the final day, December 15th! If you want to shop some of my items (including the dress I'm wearing in my bubble gum photo) go check it out and be sure to shop at other fashionable Canadian bloggers closets 




Monday, 2 December 2013

CYBER MONDAY SALES

What would my blog be if I didn't talk about Cyber Monday? It's the most wonderful day of the year for compulsive online shoppers. If your online shop doesn't have a sale going on today, chances are you won't be making any money. I collected a bunch of wonderful sales that are going on on the inter-web today. Have fun and stay frugal. 



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