Hello Darlings,
For some odd reasons I tend to like Mondays, I see them as a fresh start…
So, today’s agenda consisted off:
♥ Doctor’s appointment
♥ Starbucks run
♥Gallery run
♥ Finishing Thackeray’s Vanity Fair and started The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.
♥ Rented Vanity Fair from Blockbuster
♥ Went over some French words
♥ Did some work
♥ Picked up a pair of Speedo goggles for swimming
♥ Went for a swim - 30 laps.
♥ Played a game of Monopoly against the computer and won.
♥ Watched some re-runs of True Blood ( I watch it religiously)
♥ Stopped by some Blogs.
♥ Responded to some e-mails
♥ And of course, Blogged.
♥ Doctor’s appointment
♥ Starbucks run
♥Gallery run
♥ Finishing Thackeray’s Vanity Fair and started The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.
♥ Rented Vanity Fair from Blockbuster
♥ Went over some French words
♥ Did some work
♥ Picked up a pair of Speedo goggles for swimming
♥ Went for a swim - 30 laps.
♥ Played a game of Monopoly against the computer and won.
♥ Watched some re-runs of True Blood ( I watch it religiously)
♥ Stopped by some Blogs.
♥ Responded to some e-mails
♥ And of course, Blogged.
Well, as for the outfit… it had to be somewhat more dressy since I stopped by the gallery. I chose to finally wear my new Armani Exchange chiffon blouse that I got few weeks ago. The shoes had a touch of purple-y blue in them… so in matched quite well with the blouse.
I am wearing: Armani Exchange Blouse; Alexander Wang for Gap khakis; Michael Kors Heels; A.V.Max Cuff; Ray Ban Wayfarers ( gift from Andrew).
Thoughts on Vanity Fair by W.M Thackeray…
I’ve finally finished reading the book and I must say that this was the longest read for me -time wise, it took me over 3 weeks. The version I read was in the original format as Thackeray wrote it in 1840 including the original illustrations. This book is phenomenal but requires a lot of patience and possible re-reading ( certain chapters)…if you have the time and patience it is a very rewarding read. The story of the 18th and 19th century England is told with the most sardonic wit and eloquence.The books heroine,Becky Sharp, remains one of the most memorable heroines in British fiction. It is one of those read’s that you will stay with you. There’s no better way to summarize the book, then the way Nicholas Dames has in the Introduction…
I’ve finally finished reading the book and I must say that this was the longest read for me -time wise, it took me over 3 weeks. The version I read was in the original format as Thackeray wrote it in 1840 including the original illustrations. This book is phenomenal but requires a lot of patience and possible re-reading ( certain chapters)…if you have the time and patience it is a very rewarding read. The story of the 18th and 19th century England is told with the most sardonic wit and eloquence.The books heroine,Becky Sharp, remains one of the most memorable heroines in British fiction. It is one of those read’s that you will stay with you. There’s no better way to summarize the book, then the way Nicholas Dames has in the Introduction…
” Vanity Fair is a novel full of scandal, including fraud, pretty deceit, extramarital complications, and murder, but these putative outrages to Victorian notion of social decency are never narrated as surprises. Instead, Thackeray presents them to us with a half-amused, half-disgusted species of boredom, as if to say: Surely, you weren’t so naive as to pretend this wasn’t the case?”
P.S. I am truly overwhelmed at how supportive you’ve been of my Elle Canada contest pages, for that I would like to THANK each and every single one of you…. If you haven’t had a chance to check them out … Click HERE.Thanks a million!!! If I actually win this contest, I will definitely have a little surprise for you darlings as a thank you - This is the part I am most excited about!!!
Well, I am off to watch Vanity Fair movie….
I wish you all a lovely start to the week!!!
With Love…
Marta
Marta
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I love how you pair the dressy top with khakis and made it such a relaxed outfit:)
Love those pants on you, darling! Amazing and radiant as always.
And what a coincidence - I just started watching True Blood and I am like glued to it
Love the pics! Have a great week =)
You look so cute. I love your outfit.
I've been meaning to read Vanity fair for ages. I love the movie (reese witherspoon is brilliant in it).
I may love mondays for your same reason. Wow, you've lots to do today! (Love the color of your top!).
you look beautiful. I'm craving starbucks big time now.
The pants are great! They make your legs look sooo long!
Lovely heels
The colour of your top is gorgeous and the shoes are beautiful! Great outfit, darling. Hope your Tuesday is just as nice as your Monday. x
P.S. I must read that book.
oh how i have fallen in love with your blog so fast! you have a brilliant sense in fashion and i just love reading and looking at your photos. you are stunning!!
keep up the fabulous work
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Great photos. I love that outfit. You look fantastic. That's neat that you've got such a positive outlook on Mondays.
I like this blue top : ]
-Cooking classes are fun and as for Andrew..he probably doesn't want to feel emasculated. Just kidding. Girl Power ; )
I love your outfit… It's perfectly casual chic
Have a fantastic Tuesday!!
I WANT YOUR TOP!
YOU'RE SO BEAUTIFUL!
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What a great Monday! And you look, once again, amazing!
))
P.S. Love "True Blood" and watch it religiously too.
I just came across your blog and I have to say, I love it!! Such a cute outfit!!
So cool that you are a swimmer! Love that blouse, darling! You look lovely as ever!
xoxox,
CC
Ooh, I love the movie. (PS fact, Reese was pregnant during the filming, hence her fuller appearance!!) I think it really showcases just how fantastic of an actress Reese Witherspoon is. And the book sounds amazing, I love the summary of it.
that armani top is amazing! I love the cut, it's very flattering on you
I LOVE your outfit; perfectly styled, as always! I want a top like that!!
great heels! lovely pants.. LOL.. my week starts with O.K.. hope you great wonderful week!
xx
Gorgeous Look!!!
Especially the very last one with the bridge!!!
30 laps… on monday
) !! CONGRATULATIONS!!! 
)
Beautiful Blessings to youuu …
Martina
You look so pretty in that top, Marta! It's an amazing color and I like the ruffle detail to soften the look. Also, the slight gathering in the front adds a feminine touch~
Glad you had a wonderful Monday! Sounds like a fun and full day…
Hey, i didn't notice the thing about the contest! good luck
beautiful pics!! love the color of your top!
Sounds like a perfect day- very productive!
LOve the outfit, that color blue is stunning.
Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your lovely comment! That blouse looks great on you, it sets off your hair color incredibly well.
I also love agendas for the day and it sounds like your included some of my favorite things, such as True Blood and Starbucks
Oh to be able to wear clothes the way you do. Sigh. LOVE that royal blue top. Gorgeous color.
I need those arms of yours and the 5th picture is gorgeous!
And thanks for the comment. I just got word from Anthropologie that the events for next week aren't open to the general public so I just wanted to give you a heads up just in case you were planning on going! Sorry about that.
And I wish you a lovely week, too!
You are so beautiful girl. I love that blue on you. It really brings out the color of your hair. I also love the shoes too. Very nice all the way from head to toe!
xo,
Jessica
I can never get over the greatness of these trousers.
What a beautiful blouse, and I absolutely love your heels! Ooh Vanity Fair is such a fantastic read, I really should hunt down the dvd too. Hope you're having a wonderful day dear
I love the age of innocence..
I actually just watched the film (yet again) earlier.. I havent seen nor read Vanity Fair, though. I should pick it up.. thx for sharing your thoughts on it!
xx
V
those pants look fabulously comfy!
love them
Starbucks and great clothes = love!
Thank you for leaving such a sweet comment (:
Your day sounds positively lovely! I must watching Vanity Fair!
bisous,
La C.
I love your outfit! My favourite part are the pants. And the electric blue of the top!
x
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that purple top is perfect!
Loving the blue - I suppose I would love Mondays too if it didn't mean a whole week of work ahead of me!! But I know what you mean…I miss those days
wow, 30 laps of swimming! good girl!
you look great!
x
I too enjoy Mondays…during the summer. During school, they're dreadful.
I love your pants, they fit perfectly
love the blouse, both the color and the layers and it looks gorgeous with those Khakis. Nice color combination, must try it myself too!