Yesterday was payday at work and it was probably my biggest check I've earned so far. I've been feeling extremely exhausted from working so many hours so I decided to pamper myself a bit and go on a mini shopping spree with Diane. We were originally supposed to go karaoke at the KTV in City of Industry, but we didn't wake up early enough for their happy hour =( But it's okay...some shopping therapy didn't hurt either =P
Since I'm sick of South Coast (I feel like that's my second home!), Diane and I headed over to Fashion Island. I wanted to check out the Juicy store since they're currently having their friends & family sale. After much debate, I decided to splurge and purchase this pink velour jacket:
I've been eyeing it for awhile and could never bring myself to buy it because it's on the expensive side. But since I'm earning a bit more now, I wanted to treat myself. Life is short, so you should indulge yourself once in awhile! That is my philosophy (which usually causes me to end up broke haha).
I love the Urban Outfitters at Fashion Island because they have a wider selection of merchandise. I wanted to buy some new tights but it was a bit pricy there, so I ended up getting some at Forever 21:
Afterwards, we wanted to try some cupcakes from Sprinkles. I've never tried their cupcakes before so I had high expectations since I've heard many rave reviews about them. When we arrived, there was a really long line outside! It reminded me of the insane long lines at 85 degrees bakery and I was hesitant about waiting...I mean, they're just cupcakes...are they that worth it? But we decided to wait since it was our first time and all. One cupcake was $3.25 (expensive imo)! We ended up getting a box of four ($13) because we couldn't decide on one flavor:
I chose the Black & White (which is just chocolate with vanilla frosting) and red velvet; Diane chose the milk chocolate cupcake and also a red velvet. I only ate the Black & White one because I was too full...one cupcake is so filling! Now I know why they cost so much... So what's my verdict on the infamous Sprinkles cupcakes? They're actually quite delicious! The texture is very smooth and soft, and I like how the frosting and cake just melt together in my mouth. Also, I like how there isn't a mountain of frosting on the cupcakes, unlike Mrs. Beasley's! Man, just eating all the frosting on Mrs. Beasley's cupcakes is filling...and their frosting is just gross. I remember BBW used to always receive free leftover cupcakes from them because they didn't want to just toss them at the end of the day. This was what I brought home one night:
So many cupcakes! And at no expense! I'm surprised I'm not fat from sugar overload.
Anywho, I basically just spent way too much money today. And I need to purchase some contacts soon too (great...more money...)! If only I had a garden full of money trees...
<3,
Juju