Outfit deets:
* BCBG jacket (borrowed & sold in my former closet sale).
* F21 faux leather top.
* Sirens camo pants which you've seen on the weekend at our new place, with my favourite black boots, for a Halloween costume, during the summertime last year & also in my Fall Fashion video.
* Aldo wedge boots (old) which you've seen with pink pants, with a skirt in my old apartment & also in black with a leopard dress, and a sequin skirt.
* Accessories: Gucci shades (Christmas gift many years ago) & MK watch (also a Christmas gift a few years ago).
While taking these photos, Serena commented the jacket looked like a flying squirrel. She immediately gasped thinking I'd be upset but I burst into laughter--I had never thought of it that way, and it was kind of true, despite really loving the jacket.
Fashion is always in good fun, and I've had a silly Dad who's always made cheeky comments about my clothes; a cropped jacket, 'Hey, your jacket shrunk in the wash', distressed denim, 'Oh, I see you took a tumble and ripped your jeans...', and so on, so it's safe to say, I can handle it.
What are your plans for the weekend? This is the last weekend I have my apartment before I have to give the keys back. My parents are going to help me move the last few items out--some being stored at their place, some to the new place--which will of course be followed by more unpacking. We received our new duvet cover so now the hunt for shams, accent pillows and a few other items can begin too. Otherwise some sleeping in, some breakfast in the new kitchen, and some relax time.
Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Photos by Serena Rivard.
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Outfit deets:
* Forever 21 coat (old) which I'm wearing layered a thrifted jacket I have (which you've also seen in an outfit post)--see how I layer my jackets HERE.
* Urban Planet leggings which you've seen here and also in olive green.
* Accessories: Ardene glasses, Aldo cross-body clutch & Joe Fresh gloves.
Yipee, today is my Friday! I took tomorrow off as I'm going to be shooting a video with Place d'Orleans at the mall and will be busy filming all day. I'm excited that I get to sleep in a little though beforehand and catch up a bit.
What are you all doing for Valentines'/Singles Awareness Day? I personally am a fan of the day, but I know not everyone is. Marco and I are going to keep it fairly low key this year since we have some big expenses coming up with the move, and I'm hoping for one of his amazing home-made meals with a bottle of wine... and maybe an episode or four of Breaking Bad.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* Old Navy jacket (old) which you've seen with black skinnies in the Spring, with a sweater & boots in the 'winter', and a couple years ago in an outfit I still love with the coolest snood I own.
* Vintage top (thrifted).
* Mossimo pants that I picked up in Florida a couple years ago; you've seen them with this jacket before (which I was referencing when I got dressed) and on the weekend.
* Aldo wedge boots (Givenchy inspired) which I'm competely obsessed with and showcased in my most recent Fall Fashion video.
* Accessories: Joe Fresh necklace (old), G21 sunnies, gifted square bangle, Suzy leather wrap bracelet & F21 bangle.
I know I'm kind of bombarding you with posts this week, but, I'm trying to make up for being so slack last week, and also, sometimes the inspiration, ideas and writing comes, and sometimes it doesn't. I was so beat when I got home from work last night but I told myself, 'No, we're going back down and shooting these photos'--as well as the photos for my 'new' boots.
How is everyone's week thus far? Mine has been fine, my evenings have been busy but last night was a total relax night (aside from doing dishes for an hour). Speaking of relaxing, how anti-climatical was the ending of Dexter on Sunday. What. The. Fudg..sicle?! I'm sad it's over, but not nearly as sad as I would of been had it been a heart-wrenchingly upsetting ending. I just feel kind of meh about it. Like, oh well. That ain't right.
Outfit deets:
* Garage denim jacket--new this summer--which I'm obsessed with; love the light, acid-like wash. I think this is the first time it's been photographed officially despite wearing it countless times on the weekends.
* Forever 21 romper, which belonged to my bestie but she wore it once and generously let me have it--after I pawed at it--and you might remember seeing this during my trip to Vegas with said best friend.
* Spring gladiator sandals (old); my favourite gladiators that so badly need to be re-soled.
* Accessories: MK watch, F21 leather wrap bracelet, Gucci shades, Suzy Shier ring & Aldo bangle.
I love the fact that it's a short week, we are just that much closer to the weekend!
Last night I worked, after work, on my Place d'Orleans post that will hopefully be going up this week. I'm tying in a DIY with a cool Fall trend and am really proud of the end result. I don't want to spoil the surprise, so I won't say anymore, but look out for that.
I also purchased some Zara shoes recently and they just arrived. I took a little 36-second video of them as I'm really not sure if I want to keep them or not; I was so excited until I put them on my feet. Likely a tell tale sign they should go back but I'm still on the fence. Here's a closer look at the shoes. Care to weigh in?
Photos by Steve Palisek.
* Joe Fresh trench jacket, seen before with a dress and tights.
* Le Chateau sweater (new!).
* Alfred Sung skirt (old).
* Aldo wedges.
* Accessories: H&M bangle, Swarovski bangle, Suzy Shier necklace & Urban Expressions purse.
Outfit deets:
* American Eagle men's button down (on sale!) which I showed in my PDO Hottest Spring Trends vlog (I'm wearing a size small).
* Stitches neon skirt which I wore a ton last summer and will again this summer.
* Aldo wedges (new!) which you've seen with distressed denim and also in a different PDO Spring Trends vlog.
* Accessories: Gucci shades, F21 bangle, Aldo leather cuff, BCBG 'Picses' beaded bracelet, Suzy Shier leather strap & F21 bangle.
Happy Thursday!
I'm so excited to share with you guys that I finally welcomed myself to 2013 by getting an Inernet connection for home.
I know.
Since moving to my apartment in October 2011, I've pirated a connection and when that ran out, I started tethering my iPhone to my laptop for about a year. Unfortunately, this stopped working many months ago (not sure why). I've found ways around it, but it's certainly not ideal and I had researched getting Internet at home a while back, but the set up and modem and whatever else you need was pricey and I didn't want to bite the bullet (what?! Weirdo.). Anyways, it's done and I'm hooked up and I'm just so, so excited. Seems weird for someone who is as in love with social media as I, but there you have it.
On top of that, this was one of the rare days I did not have a commute shoe (or boot, for winter). I normally wear flats into work and then change into my heels, but on this day, I wore my heels everywhere (to and from work and for a stop in at the grocery store. Booyah). Granted, these are a wedge and wedges that are comfortable to walk in and my foot stays put. I used to wear heels everywhere, even for shopping, but now I cannot be bothered (which makes me feel a little sad and like I'm 'letting myself go', but then I remember that I can't be bothered). It is a rare day if I'm out running errands in heels; I just love being comfortable, especially in my footwear.
This is as close as I'm getting to the chambray trend because I. Don't. Like. It. Okay fine, it's growing on me. Truth is, I purchased a chambray button down almost four years ago when the trend trickled into stores, wore it once, tried dying it darker, it didn't work out and I donated it. Since then, I've been off the bandwagon and the trend has only been growing. I know, I know, 'You can pair it with everything!' but it's not for me.
Watch me bite my tongue in a month.
Outfit deets:
* DIY kiss print denim jacket (plain jacket is from Aeropostale (on sale now); love the big cuffs on this!).
* Thrifted vintage tank.
* H&M denim.
Happy Friday everyone! It's been a pretty busy week with being back at work after 12 days off--what luxury!--and keeping up with my evening extra curriculars. I've been having Internet issues and was unable to upload my birthday vlog so am hoping to get that done this weekend along with editing my Toronto trip (Day 1 & Day 2) vlog and my Mexico trip vlog (I foresee a lot of editing in my future, yikes).
Last night I played volleyball, but at a different spot than we regularily do on Thursdays and it was alot of fun. I ran into some people I used to play with several years ago which was nice. Afterwards, a few of us went out for some drinks and that cold beer tasted so good. Of course, the night ran long and I was dragging my butt this morning!
Tonight I'm going to a wine show, which I'm really looking forward to and have never been. The rest of the weekend is kind of up in the air, but I do need to film my next vlog for my PDO gig and edit that.
Have a great weekend!
And one more from Instagram (I'm @acoest1984)...
Outfit deets:
* Old Navy jacket (old) which you've seen with black skinnies (love this post), during the fall with beautiful leaves and cool tights, with a leopard skirt in the rain and with a pretty olive green dress.
* Zara sweater which you've seen in this post about confidence, and on the weekend (also have the black on and wore it that same weekend as well), and in my original haul video.
* Smart Set cami (which I own in almost every colour of the rainbow and wear constantly).
* Joe Fresh skirt which was originally a t-shirt that I turned into a skirt using THIS method. Also seen with olive green & a belt I love (and haven't worn in forever).
* Accessories: Ardène pashmina, Alfred Sung sunglasses, H&M large bangle, Swarovski bangle & Joe Fresh necklace.
Thanks for all the sweet comments you guys leave on a semi-daily basis. It's so nice to share parts of my life with you all, and hearing from you makes it even better. I also love how interactive we're getting in the Let's Chat posts every Wednesday, it's so interesting hearing what you guys think and how you react to various things.
Additionally, I know we don't all share the same opinions, but that's what can also be great, so long as we respect others opinions and can share and learn. What I write is how I feel, not how you have to feel or like, but if we can learn something from each other, at the very least, that's a great bonus!
Tonight I'm getting together with three girlfriends for a semi-impromptu girls' dinner. We are all bringing something, and I was in charge of the side so I put together a quinoa salad, based loosely on this recipe I randomly found online. I tried some for dinner last night and it turned out great.
I'm on somewhat of a quinoa quick, but have been for a while. It's such a great substitute for rice and is a great source of protein as well as carbohydrate. It's filling and healthy and all the right things. It's pretty bland, but you can spice it up with spices or sauces (which can take it from being healthy, to less than healthy, but...) or just eat it on it's own. I personally don't mind the taste, and like it on it's own. My favourite is as a plain side with chicken and veggies for dinner. You can also mix it into salads, breakfast and I've even heard of it being used in desserts! Google it & jump on the band wagon.
I have a ton of jackets (two closets full, which is a little cray) that I love, but being in a climate where we have four distinct seasons it makes sense. Except when winter tends to be much longer than it should be and drowns out the milder times you wish you could wear all those lighter weight jackets.
This year, I discovered a way to wear the jackets that I love, despite them maybe not being 'season appropriate'; layer them! Two jackets are much warmer than one and tend to be just as warm as my warmest jacket. Provided your jacket is slightly roomy, this method will work wonders and keep you warm without sacrificing style through the colder months.
How to do it:
1. Start with a smaller, snug but warm jacket for the under jacket. This one is an old Joe Fresh puffer; a warm leather jacket would work well too.
2. Grab your roomier jacket and throw it on over top.
3. Add your accessories (long gloves, a scarf, ear muffs, whatever!).
4. Zip or tie up your top jacket to hide your jacket underneath et voila! Warmth & style.
* Tip: if you can belt your coat to cinch your waist, it helps define your body under all the layers (but not imperative).
(Black bomber is Joe Fresh & herringbone coat with fur is Forever 21; both old)
Outfit deets:
* Soia & Kyo jacket.
* Joe Fresh cardigan (thrifted).
* Aldo pumps (old).
* Accessories: Mexx necklace, Spring circle scarf (love this) & random bracelets.
Happy Friday!!
Outfit deets:
* F21 jacket that I bought super on sale a couple years ago and am so glad I did because it's turned out to be the perfect coat. I've worn it before in autumn and also in one of my first outfit posts (eep).
* Mexx dress that I've worn for Halloween as a sailor (and everyone thought I was a nurse) and once at the park where something embarassing happened.
* Diva Lounge wedges that are becoming a quick favourite. Seen with denim shorts for my birthday, an Easter outfit and another white dress.
* Accessories: Bijoux Terner beaded necklace, Aldo gold necklace & Baby Phat glasses
Everytime I wear this dress, without fail, someone tells me I look like a nurse.
With. Out. Fail.
Keep on keepin' on.
Outfit deets:
* Smart Set denim jacket (couple years old) which I've worn with these pink pants before with stripes.
* H&M henley bubble tank that I've had for a year.
* Bongo pink pants which are becoming a wardrobe staple (funny how that happens since I was so apprehensive about wearing them at first) and last seen with a khaki denim jacket and polka dots and a sock bun.
* Le Chateau wedges (new!) that have tassels on 'em.
* Accessories: Stitches bird+cage necklace, MK watch & random bracelets
What do you feel like?
An frequently asked question but one that's response can be so hard to put into words.
I have had trouble expressing how I feel in the past; not wanting to hurt someone's feelings or give them the wrong impression, so I go along with whatever it is they want (I'm talking minor things here people, like weekend plans). I was always nervous to say how I really felt in fear it would come across the wrong way or they would perceive it incorrectly. A problem that most people who know me intimately might not think I have. You see, I have been described as outgoing, friendly, loud, bossy, someone with a strong-personality... confident. You wouldn't think someone with those traits, those qualities, would have a hard time speaking their mind.
And sometimes I don't. Sometimes I speak my mind very clearly.
But sometimes it is much harder. Sometimes I fall into the 'yes-trap' and have a hard time saying no. Sometimes I accept invitations, plans, ideas when I really don't want to. And hey, sometimes it's great to compromise, but when you find yourself saying yes when you really want to say no more often than not, that's when a change is due.
About a year ago, a friend recommended a book to me: 'The Disease to Please' by Harriet B. Braiker (a Doctor) and within the first 20 pages, I was totally doing the, 'Yes, this is so me. I'm so this type of people pleaser!'. There are three types of 'pleasers' in the book and your type is established through a series of mini-questions and surveys. It's shocking how accurate it is.
I didn't end up finishing the book, just got busy with other stuff, but I really feel like the first quarter of the book already fed me so much. Already fulfilled me so much. It was a little bit eye-opening and surprising too.
I have been working on saying no over the past year. This has to do with people-pleasing; always wanting to say yes to please others. It's not easy, but over time it gets easier. I read a fantastic quote though, about a month ago, "Learning to say no can be very difficult at first because the people around you that have been interacting with you have become used to you saying yes. The other person may get angry, and then you have to know that their anger has nothing to do with you. It has to do with them. Just remember to say to yourself: When I say no to you, I'm saying yes to me."
Isn't that so true?
Outfit deets:
* Gap dress (thrifted) which I've had for a couple years and you've seen belted with a turtle neck and tights and also with my favourite gladiator sandals.
* Gap denim jacket (thrifted recently) that I'm absolutely in love with. It seems to trump all other denim jackets I own (which are numerous).
* Joe Fresh suede boots that I've had since Joe Fresh first opened (four years ago?) and I wore with a sweater/skirt/tights combo in autumn.
* Accessories: Le Chateau pashmina & necklace, Michael Kors watch & random bangles.
Adding interest to an outfit can be as easy as 1, 2, 3. Accessories are key and the possibilities are endless.
Above, I've shown the perfect (and easiest) way to add interest to an outfit with simple accessories: a necklace, jacket and pashmina.
I started with a basic a-line/tent style dress and casual flat boots (it was a sunny, semi-chilly spring day). I added a wooden beaded necklace. Then layered a denim jacket. And lastly added a pashmina (which came in handy while sitting on patio later on when the wind picked up).
I personally tend to keep a jacket and pashmina with me at all times (throughout the spring/summer/fall) as the temperatures can be unpredictable and/or your day may run into the evening when the mercury tends to drop. It is a simple and basic way to chic-ify your outfit and stay cozy too.
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