Some Day I Will Be Strong Enough...

Outfit for Mom's Bday dinner

"Some day I will be strong enough to lift not one but both of us"

Hello Lovelies, 

I have been sick for most of this month, and haven't really gotten the chance to go out and do things. And I really miss putting together outfits and things. It's getting really harder and more challenging now because I have gained a lot of extra weight and the clothes won't fit properly. It's one of the biggest challenges of constant weight fluctuations.  But I'm quite determined to make this summer a lifestyle changing one (will post more on that later for readers who're interested in health and lifestyle topics =D). 

As for the outfit, I have recently fallen for A-line skirts. This slightly-over-the-knee length is my favorite. Not too long, not too short. And the SHOES! Gyllenband by Aldo. they demand attention wherever I go. Not only because of the added 5+ inches added to my height, but because of the interesting shape of the heel. I feel like it makes it look different depending on what angle you're looking at it.

I wore it to my mom's -forced- birthday dinner (she hates eating out). It was a rather humid day, but I would prefer going out to staying in any day. Went to The Keg. It had an unobstructed view of the falls, which I thought was rather nice :)

What would you wear to a family b-day dinner? Let me know on my Twitter: Alyaa_Bradshaw

 Skirt - Smartset // Lace Shirt - H&M // Shoes & Watch - Aldo // Bag - DKNY

The Keg - Niagara Falls

** currently addicted to this Song*

Xo xo,

Back to Black!

Finally dyed my hair black again! 

I loved the orangey/red/brown colour I had, but I was getting bored. So feels good to have black hair again. Plus, it looks much healthier now =)

Wearing:

Smartset Skirt and Black Turtle Neck

Aldo Watch

H&M Grey stockings

Favourite December Purchases

Skirt: Smarset ; Nail Polish: Jacob in Rouge Stiletto

I'm not so big on hauls and things, but I wanted to share some pictures on some of my new favourite items in my wardrobe. I got them all during the Christmas/boxing week sales. So they're all actually pretty cheap. And what's great about them is that I can see myself using them over and over again. They were totally worth it =)

Ps. Everyone keeps thinking the watch is Michael Kors' Runway, which is the one I've been initially eyeing. But I had to accept the fact that I can't afford it right now, and had to go with this look-a-like!

My Shoes: GYLLENBAND by Aldo

My latest shoe-purchase is this 5.25 inches platform pumps from Aldo. It's so hot!! I managed to wear it to work for quite a few hours and I was fine. But after standing in it for so long, it kind of stretched at the front (which is what the sales associate told me was going to happen), but now my legs slides way down making it fits weird and kind of hurts :S I hope with the right insoles it would be fine again. But thanks for the 1.5 inch platform and the thick square heel, I know balancing is not a problem at all with this shoe! ^___^

Every Second is a Highlight ~ NYE 11'12!

NYE 11/12!

Happy New Year everyone!!!! Hope you all had a fantastic NYE. I know I did =D For the first time ever, I actually had an outing planned with friends as opposed to sitting at home counting down to my laptop's clock and posting a Facebook status at exactly 12:00:00 a.m.!

Here're some of the pictures I took. My red dress was a last minute pick from Jacob. Thank God for 50% of sales ^___^
As for the shoes, I opted-in for black Aldo flats because I knew I'll be walking everywhere.

What did YOU wear??

Red Jacob Dress $50

Black Aldo Flats

Thanks for bringing this Rachel! ^__^

At midnight!

Xo xo,

Julian Louie for Aldo

(c) Courtesy Aldo Shoes

No doubt Aldo Shoes is one of the best stores to hit in Canada when one is looking for the latests trend at -somewhat- affordable prices. It doesn't always have the best quality shoes, but while they last, they look good and chic!

For Spring/Summer 2011 Aldo's shoe collection is right on trend. I'm especially loving the Julian Louie's collection. The prints are funky and statment making. Exactly what one needs for the summer =)

Check out the Pre-launch Party held at NYC to see how Julian Louie described his collection and the first reactions of NYC fashionistas to it.




Perosnally, I really like 'Deanna'. (because I think that if you gonna go tribal, might as well go all the way!)

Deanna - Aldo Shoes  - $125

Which one -if any- would you wear?

Xo xo,

Aldo Giveaway

Hello readers,


    As you all know I'm new to both the fashion and blogging worlds but I really do enjoy making posts and interacting with other fashion bloggers. In the past month and a half I was able to reach 1000+ views & I couldn't have done it with out you. So I wanted to thank everyone who reads & follows my new humble blog and thought there's no better way to say thank you than a little giveaway. So I'll be giving away a $25 Aldo Gift Card to one of the followers. To participate all you have to do is:

1. Follow AWRTS on FACEBOOK 
2. Share & invite your friends to join the page (optional)

YES, It's THAT simple! The winner will be chosen by a random draw.

BONUS: you will get one extra entry if you follow me on Twitter and bloglovin'.

Heres some ideas of what you can buy at Aldo's for $25 OR LESS that would be perfect for the summer:

Jewelry:

Scarves:

Hats:




Others:

For men:

Please note that this is NOT a promotion for Aldo. I just simply like their stuff. You don't have to be living in Canada to win, this giveaway is open to all ages world wide. Winner will be chosen on May 20th, 2011 and will be contacted via Facebook. 
Good Luck! <3


Xo xo,

Shoe of the day: THE FLARE X ALDO SHOE

The FLARE x ALDO Shoe, $135

Photo by Gabrielle Steele

SOO much buzz about this shoe. They're even throwing a release party for it downtown Toronto on April 26th! (click here for details & to RSVP). Hit select stores on April 27th. Too bad I can't make it to the party because will not be in the city that day, but will definitely try stopping by an Aldo (not like i'm not there everyday!) and try it on & see what the buzz is all about =)

Xo xo,
Alyaa

Shoe of the day: Aldo's HUACHO

 Huacho - Aldo $100

Alternative View

I just like the shape of it =)

xo xo,

Alyaa

Hello There!

Destime - Aldo

Latest addition to my shoe closet! =D

{{ I actually ended up exchanging it for another pair because I needed more comfy ones for that specific weekend. But I still think this pair was sooo sexy}}

xo xo,

Lola