And The Leopard Said Goodbye!

   This has been the fastest 4 months of my entire life, and I can't believe my time in Canada is almost over! I'm not going to lie, as I waited for my flight at Glasgow airport I was terrified. Would I make any friends? Would the course be hard? What would I do without Irn Bru? But from the second I stepped off my plane in Toronto I was fully reassured as everyone was so welcoming and friendly! 

     I've managed to pack an amazing amount of memories into the last 4 months, from sports games (baseball, basketball AND ice hockey!) to crazy raves that make you dance until 4am (I inevitably ended up on someones shoulders for a good portion of these!) I've managed to get a selfie with a shark and grab a pic with my favourite fashion bloggers The Beckerman Sisters! I also managed to squeeze in some snow snowmobiling and hot tubbing! 

    I cannot thank everyone I've met enough, you all know who you are and you've all been the reason I've had such an amazing time here. I've made some true friends that have been there for me when I really needed them most! And I would also like to thank my friends from home, who have been amazing at keeping in touch and have stayed awake till 1 in the morning just to hear what I've been up to!

   I've learnt an amazing amount here, and for any Scotsmen out there considering taking on Canada, here are a few tips:

1) Even if you can speak perfect English, with a Scottish accent no one will have a clue what you are saying when you first speak to them. Speak really slowly or put on a Canadian accent.

2) People will ask you some pretty odd questions. Is Scotland attached to England? Is English your first language? Scotland and Ireland are basically the same yeah?

3) EVERYONE has family from Scotland, when they try and remember where just say "EDINBURG?" and they'll usually agree.

4) If you like chips and cheese, which pretty much everyone except me does, you will LOVE poutine, its basically chips, cheese and gravy!

5) You do not know the meaning of the word cold until you are walking on the edge of a lake in -20 degrees with a fur leopard coat on that is not made for temperatures below about -5!

   My advice to anyone considering travelling is to DO IT!! Do it while you can and take every chance you get while you're there! I never thought I'd agree to drive a snow mobile over a frozen lake, but it was by far the best thing I've ever done! And I never thought I'd be able to live in a country 3000 miles away from home but I've survived! 

   I'm going to miss Canada and all the people I've met, but don't worry I'll be back!!

And The Leopard Went To NYC!

   It's hard sometimes being in Canada and being so far away from all my friends and family so when I took a trip to New York last weekend it was made even more special by the fact that I got to be reunited with my favourite flatmate Linsey! Even though we have been Skyping constantly I've still been missing her like crazy!

Linsey & I in Times Square!

   I've been to New York a few times so it was nice to go back and do all the touristy things again! We visited the Museum of Modern Art which was extra special for Linsey and her friends as they are all art students!

Felt Hat/£18.99/H&M
Printed Shirt/£34/Topshop
Leather Trousers/£7.99/H&M
Chain Detail Boots/£45/River Island

Roy Lichtenstein Pop Art 

Monet Waterlilies

Mondrian Art Piece

  We also took the subway across to Brooklyn to check out the street art and flea markets. It's similar to London's Camden and it was nice to get away from the touristy center of the city and see another side of the big apple!

You can never have too much fur!

Pantone Mugs are my fave!

This tiramisu was the best I've ever had(except my Mum's!)

   At night we went up the Empire State building which was absolutely amazing and made it super easy to spot all the landmarks like the Chrysler building, the Flatiron, Times Square and the Brooklyn Bridge!

Times Square!

Looking out onto the Chrysler Building!

  I couldn't resist a walk down Fifth Avenue to have a look at all the amazing visual displays by the luxury designers!I've been taking a huge interest in visual merchandising and displays since being accepted by Elemental as they have a strong portfolio of impressive displays for a range of high end and high street clients!

Fendi Window

Dolce & Gabbana Window

Chanel Window

Outside my favourite store!

Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton

Dior Window

   I think Linsey missed being my blog photographer so she was more than happy to take some pictures of my outfit!

Leather Snakeskin Clutch/£15.99/New Look
Sunglasses/£10/Aldo Accessories
Cropped Turtle Neck/£5.95/Forever 21
Leopard Print Skirt/£30/Guess
Neon Necklace/*Gift*/
Gold Detail Boots/£45/River Island

   Overall I had an amazing weekend and it was definitely nice to hear some Scottish accents! Every time I go to New York I don't want to leave but I know it's definitely not the last time I'll be there!

And The Leopard Went To Montreal

   The next stop on our trip was Montreal! This was where my shopping habit was fully unleashed! I got some beautiful new clothes and managed to fit into a size 2 skirt which was definitely the highlight of my day!!

From Left-Right
Leather Sleeve Top/£11.99/H&M
Leather Trousers/£10/H&M
Printed Shirt/£34/Topshop
Leopard Scrunchie/£4/Aldo Accessories
Gold Plate Belt/£17/Aldo Accessories
Leopard Print Skirt/£30/Guess
Leopard Print Glasses Case/£4/Aldo Accessories
Cats Eye Sunglasses/£10/Aldo Accessories
Rose Print Phone Case/£5.99/H&M
Floppy Hat/£20/H&M
Buckle Bracelets/2 for £3/Aldo Accessories

   Montreal was an amazing city to see as it is so French! Everyone is speaking fluent French, with English often appearing to be the second language. It is a bit surreal standing in a mall in Canada and everyone around you is speaking in French! 

   To get in the French spirit I decided to wear this jumper which I am absolutely in love with! It's from Forever 21 but looks and feels like it could be worth a lot more than what I paid for it!

Tres Chic Jumper/£14.95/Forever 21

   I wore my leather trousers and leopard fur to complete the look!

Tres Chic Jumper/£14.95/Forever 21
Leopard Fur Coat/£25/New Look
Leather Trousers/£19.95/Forever 21
Nike Blazers/£65/Office

   On day two of Montreal I wrapped up a bit warmer with my favourite leggings, my girly beanie and of course my leopard fur!

Printed Leggings/£10/Urban Outfitters Sale
Nike Blazers/£65/Office
Leopard Fur Coat/£25/New Look
Embellished Beanie/£7.99/H&M

   We had lunch at Five Guys which is the best burger and fries place ever! Me and my Mum have been to one in New York before so as soon as I spotted it there was no question, that was where we were eating! 

Enjoying my Five Guys burger!

   We went to the contemporary art museum which was really interesting and a nice break from the cold outside! Your not supposed to take photos but I am a dedicated blogger so I managed to snap a few!

    Although I have been trying to eat a bit healthier while I'm here I couldn't resist a few treats, especially when someone offered me a leopard print chocolate! And the salted caramel cupcake I had was literally the best cupcake I have had EVER! Definitely worth breaking the diet for!

   It was an amazing city and there was some beautiful graffiti and street art. This quote from "The Notebook" was definitely my favourite though! I'm heading to New York tomorrow so expect a good few posts about my time there! I'm meeting up with my flatmate Linsey from Aberdeen who I have been missing like crazy. It is going to be an emotional reunion!!