Patricia, the photographer on my Christmas campaign photoshoot (yes I'm heels, but still).
To be honest, I have my days.
If you hadn't noticed, I'm tall, as in 5'11-towering-over-all-my-friends-in-flats-and-everyone-else-when-I-wear-heels. Yeah. Tall.
When I was younger, I had a hard time, but as I've gotten older, I have become much better with it. Some days I love being tall, and then there are days when you have about five people, including strangers, gapping at you like you're some sort of weird creature. If I had a nickle for everytime I heard, 'OMIGOD, you're so tall', I kid you not, I would be able to buy a lot more heels.
Once while shopping, a couple years ago, a girl came over the same rack I was perusing, she looked up at me--all 5'2 of her--and gasped, 'Wow! I was feeling so tall when I was at the front of the store and now beside you I feel tiny!' Thank you. And now I feel like a sasquatch.
I think people think that it is acceptable to point out someone's height when they are tall because, perhaps they view it as a positive and kind of an awe-inducing thing. Whereas pointing out someone who is short would be insulting. It doesn't really make sense, but I try to take it as a compliment.
Since there is nothing I can do about my height, and I come from a tall family who have always told me to be proud of my height, I am and accept it. People frequently ask me why I wear heels when I'm already so tall. I often want to roll my eyes but I will politely smile instead and say something along the lines of, 'Everyone else gets to wear them, so why can't I?' and they nod in understanding, or something, and off I go.
What about you? Are you happy with your height? Wish you were taller or shorter?
My parents: my mom is 5'10 & my dad is 6'3.
My little sister who is 5'7.
Some of my girlfriends during a night out last summer. My lips are at their foreheads.
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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?
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.
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