Outfit deets:
* Joe Fresh tee which you saw during my trip to NYC but in black and also when I initially tried it on in the fitting room.
* Kenar skirt that I'm obsessed with. It was one of those purchases I instantly knew I'd make the minute I saw it.
* Iro Manela wedges which you've seen in one of my favourite outfit posts of all time, with a LBD, and this past Summer when I went to Taco Fest.
* Accessories: unknown necklace (old), Swarovski & Hot Diamond bangles.
Per usual, I'm drawn to neutrals (and still am, with a mix of olive green and maroon for Fall) and have come to accept it's just what I feel best in. Colour has a place in my heart but it's taking a backseat currently.
I totally forgot to post these photos that were taken a few weeks ago and now the weather has turned here in Ottawa, but I figured better late than never. Additionally, since this is an outfit that's been on repeat, I wanted to capture it even if it meant using my iPhone instead. Hope you're having a great week & happy October!
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Outfit deets:
* Imaginary Voyage peplum top which you've seen with a green pencil skirt.
* Rewash dotted denim which I purchased the first time I went to Vegas.
* Liliana wedges which you've seen with a black and white dress and also on vacation in Punta Cana back in April.
* Accessories: Emily Elizabeth necklace, Material Girl cuff & G21 sunnies.
This peplum top has been in my closet since last summer, it wasn't expensive (under $30) and I wore it a few times but this summer it has been getting a ton of play. I find myself reaching for it with skirts, denim and other pants, so much so that I have to stop myself from wearing it weekly. Does that ever happen to you? You develop a deep love for something you've had for a while?
Also, while I've been somewhat obsessed with neutrals lately, I could not deny how stellar these shoes looked with these jeans. They popped in colour against the tone of this denim that I set aside my nude pumps and just went for it with the neon. Then again, only a handful of more weeks to really rock sandals and bright neons before the snow flies so might as well take advantage.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* Maison Scotch jacket which you've seen on the weekend when I went to Kingston with Marco a year ago.
* BCBG tank that I purchased in Vegas and also seen here in an all white look.
* Zara denim which you've seen when I went to Taco Fest.
* Iro Manela wedges which you've seen with a little black dress.
* Accessories: Auslini bangle, Pier 1 Imports ring & Suzy Shier necklace.
I am loving grey denim this summer and of course even more so when it's distressed. While I love the look paired with black, I wanted to summer-ize this outfit, if you will, so I paired it with a white top and light mint coloured leather jacket. The perfect ensemble for a day of shopping or a casual date night with your man.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* James Perse dress that I bought in Vegas (see my haul video here) and shared in the fitting room on Instagram.
* Iro wedges.
* Accessories: Auslini bangle, Pier 1 ring & Gucci shades.
With the weather heating up, it's nice to bring out some warmer weather clothes, like this James Perse t-shirt style dress I picked up in Vegas. I love the fact that the fabric is doubled up and ruched to camouflage any areas that need some help, despite being a snug dress.
Lately I've been really paring down on my accessories, case in point: no necklace with this outfit. I've left the house several times in the past few weeks without a necklace which was a strict no-no for me in the past (necklaces are my jam) but for warmer weather, it just seems less fussy with less jewellery. That said, I always need something on my wrists and knowing me, since I've now put it out there, next week I'll be piling on statement necklaces like nobody's business.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* Chaps dress which you saw in my Summer Event Wear video last year.
* Joe Fresh cardigan which you've seen with a similarly printed dress (which I no longer own) a few years ago.
* Liliana wedges (a personal fave) which you saw in my Punta Cana vacation outfit post, and when I first purchased them.
* Accessories: Limite necklace, MK watch & Gucci shades.
Today is my last day in Vegas; I'm taking the red-eye home tonight. It's been a really fun week with far too much walking! I'm ready to put heels on, driving and eating a little healthier. That said, I will definitely miss the great view, not making the bed (haha) and having no set routine each day.
Hope you have all had a great week--who's happy the weekend is here?! My plans don't include much since I will be home around noon on Saturday and since I've never flown a red-eye before, I can imagine I will need to sleep the majority of the day away. Sunday will include the norm after any trip: unpacking, laundry & of course giving Eve some loving. Have a great weekend!
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* Dynamite jacket which you've seen with a sweater dress & booties, with waxed denim (an older favourite outfit post), and with leggings and a tight top years ago.
* American Eagle top (remember this in my, 'What to Wear on a Date' post?) with Urban Planet cami underneath which I wore on my birthday (here in black).
* Parasuco denim which you've seen with a purple flawy top.
* Liliana wedges which you've seen with a white dress, with a printed sundress, during a night out with girlfriends, with a 'Nurse' dress & with a pencil skirt and a peplum top last summer.
* Accessories: Swarovski & Old Navy bangles, H&M rings with gifted chain bracelet.
I'm not sure what has been going on with me lately, but I have been facing a serious creative block. I've been unmotivated to blog, film or edit videos and just be in this space. This is something I genuinely enjoy--if I didn't, why bother continuing--but lately I feel so... blah.
A fellow creative-type friend and I were chatting about the slump and offered some wise words:
"You will find slumps in creativity extremely dreadful. You want to create and when you don't, it makes you feel terrible. It's a cycle, but the slump will pass. In the meantime, do what you are currently doing and that is to push through. It sucks for now, and you might feel antsy, but then all of a sudden, BOOM! The damn breaks and your back in the swing of things."
Here's hoping my upcoming vacation is just what I need to break the damn, so to speak. Happy Thursday.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* H&M low-back tank.
* Zara denim.
* Iro wedges.
* Accessories: Le Chateau cuff & Aldo clutch / cross-body.
We went to Taco Fest in Ottawa on Saturday night which was a great time. It was held at the huge--newly reno'ed--convention centre downtown. We arrived shortly after 6:30pm, grabbed some Coronas and headed into the ballroom where the vendors were set up. There was a live DJ and tons of booths, all serving up various forms of tacos, sliders, and amazing tilt-your-head-and-bite kind of food.
Since I wanted to be comfortable, but take advantage of being out on the weekend, I wore something that felt very me. The ripped jeans are new from Zara and although you can't see the low-back detail on this tank, it's kind of a reverse sexy top, exposing whatever pretty thing you choose to wear underneath (and sometimes I wear this to the gym to show off the back of my sports bra). We snapped these photos as we were leaving--sorry for the lack of detail shots but we were running late.
Since today is a holiday in Canada, I'll be back tomorrow with a full weekend recap. Hope you had a great weekend!
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.
Outfit deets:
* H&M sweater (new!).
* Spence chiffon top underneath (new!) and last seen for my best friend's baby shower.
* H&M faux leather leggings (new!).
* Aldo boots, my fave, which you've see a lot this year with magenta pants, a colour-blocked dress, a cheetah fur coat, and another look that feels very me.
* Accessories: Expressions necklace (from The Bay), Material Girl cuff & Suzy Shier ring.
I wore this outfit for my family birthday dinner back in February--it was one of those outfits I envisioned pictured myself wearing it to host our housewarming party (which will likely happen next month). Breezing around the space in a totally me ensemble, flowy yet edgy, topping up people's drinks and passing around food. That said, I couldn't wait that long and wore it for a different special occasion instead. Hopefully come April I can wear something a little more Spring-y and bright.
Speaking of condo, these photos were taken in our condo, pre-move in. The light was perfect and I wanted to capture a few outfits before we moved in and filled it with furniture and things. I'm still not unpacked, and have barely touched the second bedroom, but plan to chip away at it starting tonight--something I've been saying since Monday. Oh jeeze.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
Outfit deets:
* Forever 21 coat (old) that you saw on my birthday last year (...speaking of birthdays, I've got a special one approaching quickly).
* Urban Behaviour pants.
* Aldo Klarr boots--my favourite and their first snowfall, worn specially for this shoot, and then quickly brought inside and dried off.
Accessories: Dolce & Gabbana glasses.
Guess what you guys? I'm the newest Ambassador for Clearly Contacts! Heyooooo.
We did a fun little interview and they let me pick out a new pair of glasses. I chose these chic cat-eye frames because I've been wanting to get a pair and this was the perfect opportunity. They are pretty bold, but I love the plastic frame and the gold plate detail on the arm.
As soon as I placed my order I knew exactly what I wanted to pair with the glasses to make them pop: this oversized leopard coat--which btw, I'm wearing a leather jacket underneath for additional warmth--black skinnies and boots. It was pure luck that huge snowflakes began to fall from the sky and we experienced some milder weather so we could shoot outside.
Hope you are all having a great weekend--almost weekend time--and if you're in need of some glasses, pop over to Clearly Contacts and use discount code ACOSTYLE to get 25% off your order.
Photos by Serena Rivard.
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