DIVA AIZ

For days when I feel unmotivated, besides my family's future, I think of my condo bedroom renovation plans. Growing up, I always had to share a room with parents or siblings. So since my sister and I moved to our condo, I finally experienced having a room of my own. And I really want to customize it based on my personality and interests.

I have always wanted a Parisian-inspired room. All things French spells E-L-E-G-A-N-C-E- to me. Santorini and Paris will top my list of dream destinations, but I get more style inspiration from Paris.

I created a checklist so that I could easily refer to a single page whenever I decide to DIY this renovation project. Or its also for people like you, my could-be future interior designer, you might have some more ideas to spare.

Checklist:
Color Palette - Purple, black, white or cream and some damask details



An Eiffel tower - Should I be contented with a model display of the Eiffel tower or should I play with wall decals?



Wooden Letters - I am still thinking what words to arrange.. "Dream" or "believe" or "Achieve" I;ve seen it in many stores and rooms and I really wanted mine to be unique, a French translation of these words perhaps but not too long.. "j'adore",  "La vie est belle"

  



Sitting Nook - A small space where I could work, write or read, or watch movies in my laptop.

Thanks to adventurous foodie friends and willingness to drive around, we braved the streets of QC and found a gem called Stacy's.

Our visit was intentional since my friend Donna suggested it as read from a travel magazine, and I've been reading some good reviews among netizens. We were not expecting too much. We were simply looking for a place to have a happy brunch!


AMBIANCE

The sign"This is our happy place" welcomed us at the doors. Indeed it was immediately felt.

Stacy's felt home-y the moment we stepped in. We arrived 12nn so it was full of lunch time diners. There is an option to dine alfresco, yet we wanted to be seated inside and although we had to wait, the interior was cheery enough to entertain us as we sat in the kiddie area. Stacy's instantly reminded me of Alice in Wonderland, tea parties and pin-ups. White tables and chairs, fresh daisies on the table, checkered and floral table cloths, chandeliers, bright pompoms and pastel colors everywhere, everything feels "oh-so-feminine"! The interior is really adorable. The blend of crafty knick-knacks created warmth plus a cozy with a hint of vintage atmosphere.

The drink options were written at the blackboard at the counter.

I initially opted for the Big Breakfast Bangers (sausages, french toast and scrambled eggs) but the attendant said it will take 15mins to prepare. I asked for their bestseller instead, she recommended Potato Chip Fried Chicken (an interesting twist to usual fried chicken!) Both my gal pals opted for the Texas Barbecue Ribs (really savory and tender, by the way)