Outfit deets:
* Alexander Bartlett top (from Winners & old) which you've see with a cognac leather jacket & flared jeans.
* Smart Set chinos (new!) and come in a slew of different colours I might need to snatch up a few more (but be forewarned they do stretch out).
* Christian Louboutin Passmule wedge (old) which I don't wear a ton--they aren't very comfortable, to be honest--but break 'em out every now and again to get my money's worth (haha). Last seen with the same top (wtf?) and a lime yellow-green cardigan (okay, so clearly there is a pattern here).
* Accessories: Cleo pony hair belt, Gucci shades, Claire's necklace, Sirens ring & F21, gifted chain bracelet & my DIY Ropes Maine bracelet (I couldn't afford the real deal, so I made my own).
So good news and bad news.
The bad news is my computer is ladden with viruses, on the verge of completely dying and I could lose everything.
The good news is I'm getting a new one.
Not ideal circumstances, but when it takes you 26 minutes to boot your less-than-two-year-old laptop up, every click takes minutes and you can't edit your videos in under three hours, there's a problem. I've been putting up with the problem for a long time now and it's just getting to the point of anger, frustration and tears sometimes when I use it. So, the time is now.
Even better news? I'm going with a MacBook Pro and am so excited (c'mon you guys, it's a big purchase)! I'm a PC user so the switch to Mac is a little scary and daunting when I think about learning a new system, but everyone who's had one or has one loves it and I've toyed around on one before and got the hang of it in a matter of hours. Additionally, I'm an iPhone junkie so it only makes sense. I have to wait a few weeks for it to arrive, which sucks, but let the countdown begin.
Anyone out there with a Mac book and want to share some quick tips and tricks for a first time user?
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Although it wasn't the weekend, Wednesday night was a mini birthday celebration for a friend and this is what I wore. I already had my faux-leather peplum top, I just swapped out my work attire for my Zara utility-style pants, wedges & an aysemtrical jacket to make this more casual chic.
This past weekend was so fun and I was so bummed last night that it was coming to a close. Friday night the man and I went for sushi, which was great. Afterwards, we headed to a friend's place for an evening of karaoke. I don't ever sing in front of anyone, but the night ended up getting quite messy and hilarious (with a noise complaint and a visit from the 5-0 to boot!).
Then the handstands started...
...and wall sit contest...
...and then there were two (and I gave up next).
Saturday morning I thought I felt okay so out to breakfast with a girlfriend I went.
Outfit deets: Garage denim jacket (new!), Marc Andrew dress (old), Ardène flats, Le Chateau pashmina & various necklaces.
We ate at The Standard, which I've really only known as a night-time hot spot, but the breakfast was quite delicious. I extra enjoyed the in-house-made sausage patties (and I'm normally a bacon girl).
We did some shopping afterwards and then the awfulness that is a hangover kicked in. I went from feeling pretty good to feeling terrible in the late afternoon. Ugh. I grabbed some Gatorade and took a nap, which helped.
That night ended up being a movie night (Identity Thief, it was okay) & the goodness that is peanut butter ice cream (omg).
Sunday I felt much better and it was a random day where the man and I did some shopping in various parts of the city, went out to breakfast, later sat on a patio for an early dinner & beers at The Firkin & Knight, got groceries and just general day-off-ness.
We later decided to swing by Skybox to catch up with friends and have a little BBQ snack to end the weekend right.
I'm such a fan of long necklaces but lately I've been tending more towards shorter, chunkier versions. I love the look under a collared shirt or with a scoop or boat neck. Now when I shop, I'm constantly on the hunt for shorter statement-making neck-wear.
From left to right, clockwise:
* Expressions by The Bay
I picked this up about a month ago and blogged about it HERE. I've been wearing this a little more than I should (since it's so recognizable) but I can't help it. It goes with so many things when I didn't think it would and adds the perfect amount of POW! to any outfit. I also love that it has gold detailing and sometimes looks like it's attached to the article of clothing I'm wearing.
* Le Chateau
This was a recent acquisition for my upcoming PDO Vlog for how to take your look from work to weekend or transition for a 5 a 7--aka after work drinks--seamlessly. I love the idea of simply adding a chunky necklace to add some pizazz or colour to an outfit.
* Joe Fresh
I received this necklace at Christmas from a friend and have gotten a ton of use out of it. It also came in gold and some Loblaws/Joe Fresh locations still have it. I have a similar, much older Joe Fresh necklace like this that is a shiny silver.
* Joe Fresh (chain) & H&M (flat)
Layering these two necklaces gave my plain outfit that day some interest and accomplished the look I was hoping to obtain. I wanted a big, chunky necklace but didn't have anything big enough for that day so putting the two pieces together ended up getting me there.
I've been doing some perusing around Place d'Orleans and come across several great items I'd love to add to my closet. See below for where you can find them within the mall:
1. Tommy Hilfiger 'Rope Ankle Sandle', $79
2. Dynamite 'Perfecto' Coloured Denim Jacket, $54.90 sale $30.00
3. Sam Edelman @ The Bay 'Oriana Cross Body Bag', $228 sale $171
4. Ricki's Crochet Lace Pencil Skirt, $59.50
5. Laura Printed Waist Dress, $135
6. Jean Machine, 'Sweet Claire' Union Jack Burnout Tank, $24.99
7. Tommy Hilfiger, 'Ponte Shift Dress', $78
8. Smart Setm 'Delicate Letter Charm' Necklace, $10
9. Aldo, 'Soshanna', $120
Share a Place d'Orleans item on your radar and use the hashtag #PDOonmyradar! I'd love to see what you're shopping for. And be sure to check out the Place d'Orleans Facebook page for more information & promotions happening within the mall.
I am super fair skinned and while pictures of me as a kid prove slightly different, I can't seem to get much a tan now if my life depended on it. That said, I'm very sun-safe and have made it my personal mission to be that way for the last six years. I wear sunscreen on my face and neck every single day, haven't stepped foot in a tanning bed and always wear sunscreen on the beach.
As I get older and start to see fine lines appearing, the last thing I want to do is expedite the process with further sun damage. I know I've damaged my skin already as I spent an eight month stint working at a tanning salon when I was 20 and was so dark wouldn't even recognize me. I continued to tan for a few years after that to maintain the colour--I cringe when I think about it now.
To be honest, I long for dark, tanned skin and have always dated men with dark skin and find women the most beautiful who possess dark skin and hair (funny, right?). I wish I could get a tan easily, but, it is not the case so I proactively protect myself instead. Sometimes we just have to accept our 'flaws' and hope fair skin becomes trendy sometime soon (please?).
For the past almost-three years I've been regularily spray tanning which gives me the colour I crave--and can't obtain--with less risk (I hope?). I definitely feel better with a tan, slimmer and feel my clothes look their best. It might seem superficial, but ultimately, it's a confidence boost and that along with working out makes me feel pretty darn good. Why wouldn't you want to feel pretty darn good, right? Right.
So sound off, do you like the colour of your skin? Would you change it if you could?
(See my spray tan in full action in Mexico--I get a spray tan before vacation, sit in the shade, and come home more pale than I went there.)
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