Hello
my name
is Sandy Joe
I’m Sandy Joe, a Canadian blogger that writes about fashion, beauty, travel, and culture. My blog, formerly known as The Pretty Secrets, has been around since 2009.
Welcome to my digital scrapbook! Whether you’re interested in hearing more about my back story as a first wave style blogger and fashion university graduate or looking at my archive of previous work, or just skipping over to my blog for all the latest posts, I hope you find something of value here.
I’m always just an email away should you like to contact me too.
RECENT POSTS
Tucson Arizona Travel Guide
This is a Tucson Arizona Travel Guide for those who enjoy weird and unique vacation experiences, vegetarian food, and vintage in general. Tucson first entered my consciousness when I saw Romy & Michelle's High School Reunion in theatre. It sounded like a place...
Quiet Work Day Music Playlist
On days that require concentration but opting for stark silence isn't the answer, this post is for you. While I can work silently, I still prefer filling my space with some soothing dulcet tunes in the background so I've created a quiet work day music playlist on...
The Shelter Bar Tucson Arizona
Step back into the 1960s when themed establishments were all the rage when you visit The Shelter Bar in Tucson Arizona. This time capsule of a cocktail lounge not only has incredible decor, the atmosphere is just as good. Here's why this spot should be on your...
The 2023 Blooper Reel
Since I've been getting back into the groove of creating posts again I had to include an age old tradition on this blog. For those who have been long time readers, my annual compilation of the worst photos is a much beloved update. One of which I've been creating...
10 Things to Accomplish in 2024
It's been a few years since I wrote a list like this, in fact, the last time was in 2019. After the relaunch of my blog and The End of The Pretty Secrets, this is the first year that I actually feel optimistic and productive. I'm not a fan of strict resolutions as the...
Indie Sleaze New Year’s Eve
With trends cycling at lightning speed these days, we have arrived at the resurgence of Indie Sleaze much faster than I could have ever anticipated. Not that I'm complaining but it is odd seeing the formative years of my life being put on a pedestal. I was in...
Barbie Christmas Tree
Since the 1994 Hallmark Holiday Barbie ornament, I have been slowly amassing enough decorations to make a full Barbie Christmas Tree. While I was able to amply cover this mid sized faux tree. While there were ample Barbie specific ornaments to cover it, I did also...
Inside the Rossdale Power Plant Edmonton
The Rossdale Power Plant has been an omnipresent structure in the Edmonton river valley that can be easily disregarded if you're not paying attention when driving by but would be noticeably absent if it ever ceased to be. (You can peep it in the background of my...
How to Wear Navy and Orange
One lesson that has continued to stay relevant in my life has been the functions of a colour wheel. From the basic lessons in elementary school to the in depth colour theory I took in university, each has everyday applications in my life most notably when I'm...
