This past weekend was what I will dub my birthday weekend, as it was not just Friday, but seemed to extend the entire weekend and I'm not complaining. It was a wonderful weekend and while I feel considering that these Weekend Snaps are kind of bare, it's mainly because I was filming a birthday vlog and my video camera was taking more of a priority over my iPhone. Here are some shots from a great weekend...
On Friday night, my boyfriend made an amazing spinach pasta dish with fresh scallops and shrimp. We had a butternut squash soup to start and the most amazing (organic) red wine.
For dessert, he surprised me with pecan pie (a fave!).
On Saturday morning, I met with my girl friend for brunch. I completely forgot to take a picture of my breakfast as I vlogged it instead. Afterwards, I went shopping on my own and after debating for a couple hours, decided to go back and pick up this denim vest I put on hold. I'm definitely stepping outside my comfort zone on this one, but it's for the greater good.
I did really well with my shopping and am excited to show you what I picked up for Spring in my next vlogs. See all PDO Fashion Vlogger Vlogs HERE.
On Saturday night, my girlfriends took me out for dinner for my birthday. We started at one spot, had a drink, decided we didn't want to stay for dinner, and went across the street to another restaurant and had an amazing feast. I have been saving this dress for the 'perfect occassion', so my birthday took the cake (pun intended, ha).
Complimentary after dinner flaming Sambuca shots.
A beautiful wrap job by a friend.
My new Joe Fresh bangle (top) from my sister.
Sunday morning brunch with the man.
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I saw some fringe bikinis while shopping a few weeks ago and was instantly drawn to them... and not sure why. There is just something about them that I'm really feeling so I might have to scoop one up. And since I'm going to Mexico, better sooner than later!
Would you wear this?
Today I turn 29 and it is a little surreal thinking I'm in the last year of my twenties. Really? The last year in my twenties? I don't feel old enough to be here... and somehow I do.
I also feel there is this silent obligation to make this the best year ever, being as it's the last one in my twenties (despite knowing I should and will have many great years to come in my thirties, and forties, and fifties, and so on, I hope).
This year I will be celebrating tonight with my boyfriend, tomorrow with a girl friend for brunch, Saturday night with a few girlfriends for dinner, and Sunday with my Grandparents who have kindly invited me for dinner at their senior's residence. My family threw me a surprise birthday dinner back in February as my parents would be away on the actual day, complete with my best friend and my favourite meal: a full turkey dinner (and a sweet home-made cake by my mom)!
Here is a look back at the past few birthdays:
Tonight my girlfriends and I got together for some winter evening fun: dinner and some good ol' girl chat. We all brought something (chicken, salad, pie, wine). A pretty great way to spend my last evening as a 28 year old, if I do say so myself. Our host even made my favourite kind of pie as a surprise which just topped the night off. Thanks for such a great night, ladies.
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 love the look of these Harem pants but not really sure I could pull them off. Since I like to show off my legs, these wouldn't really do them justice... but they are just so cool looking and fun I can't help but want a pair!
Would you rock these?
(Left: Forever 21 | Right: Asos)
After various discussions with girl friends, I've come to the conclusion that what people wear to bed is almost always a strongly chosen choice, and often, the other options are not even options. People like to wear to bed what they like to wear to bed. Doing something different is uncomfortable and not liked.
For me, I used to be a big fan of boy shorts and a tank top, just a few years ago. Since then, I've been slowly losing my clothes, down to undies, and now my preference is to sleep naked (gasp!). Part of me just feels the most comfortable like this, but another part of me feels, 'Why dirty more clothes than I have to?'. That said, I love lingerie, but typically, not when I'm alone.
What about you? Are you strongly set in what you wear to bed?
For my eleventh video as the Place d'Orleans Fashion Vlogger, I'm sharing my DIY kiss-printed jacket. Inspired by Erin Fetherston's Spring 2013 collection & LoveMaegan's take on it, I decided to give it a whirl and I love the results!
A fresh look for Spring that I can't wait to rock. The best part? It's no sew and anyone can do it. Peep the vid to get in on the kissing action.
Stay tuned for more videos (specifically on the Place d'Orleans FB page).
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* What to Wear on a Date (video #8)
* Dreaming of Summer (video #9)
* How-To Turn Your Maxi Dress into a Maxi Skirt (video #10)
More videos on my YouTube Channel.
Since purchasing my car, I'm on a much tighter budget (hello car payments) so instead of clicking purchase on the above, these are a few items currently sitting in my cart.
Zara
Forever 21
Asos
Also would love to DIY a top in the back like this one.
Friday night take-out: thai (I can't recall what these are called, but they were amazing).
Rockin' my new D-tox spike bangle (with my older, gifted, Swarovski bangle).
Saturday afternoon casual.
Outfit deets: thrifted jacket, H&M tee, Zara pants, Aldo purse, Ardène pashmina, Gucci shades & hi-top wedges.
Since running out of real maple syrup, I've been adding Agave Nectar to my oatmeal in the mornings (I had kind of forgotten I had this bottle). On Saturday moning when I opened my tea and it wasn't quite sweet enough, I found another use for it.
Saturday morning breakfast: egg sandwich (one egg, two whites) on flax seed bread.
Saturday evening casual (added a headband, boots & zipper snood).
Saturday night dinner: chicken stir fry with quinoa.
Sunday brunch.
On Sunday, due to Daylight Savings, by the time I got going, it was almost late afternoon. I ran some errands, shared my newest DIY, got a spray tan and cooked dinner for the man. I love lighting candles, espcially when I have people over. Gives such a nice ambiance and you can't beat the smell.
This sweatshirt gets a ton of love.
Sunday night dinner: chicken tandoori with quinoa & veg.
For my tenth video as the Place d'Orleans Fashion Vlogger, I'm showing you exactly how to turn your maxi dress into a maxi skirt (via video!). I absolutely loved the chevron pattern on this maxi dress from Urban Planet but sadly, as you can see, it's more than a tad short. I couldn't pass it up though (it was $19; cheaper than buying the fabric itself!) and knew instantly what I wanted to do--I never even tried it on as a dress in the store, I simply tried it as if it were a skirt!
Watch the video below to see a very easy way to use your sewing machine to turn your maxi dress into a maxi skirt.
SIDE NOTE: I added a waist-band to the skirt as it wasn't long enough for me without it (I'm 5'11), however, if you're shorter, or your fabric is longer, you could skip the waist-band part altogether. Since this is jersey fabric, if you're not a sewer, or don't have a machine, you can simply cut it and wear it. The jersey will not fray, simply roll a little, which looks charming anyways.
Stay tuned for more videos (specifically on the Place d'Orleans FB page).
Have fun!
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
* What to Wear on a Date (video #8)
* Dreaming of Summer (video #9)
See another maxi dress I turned into a skirt HERE (no waist-band and a simple stitch waist).
More videos on my YouTube Channel.
I made a video for my gig as the Place d'Orleans Fashion Vlogger about what you can wear on a date. I decided to get creative and take three very different tops and style them in three different ways each. I love the idea of dressing something up or down. The more versatile something is, the easier the decision to purchase and wear for many, many months (or years) to come.
Outfits:
2. Urban Planet top.
3. Urban Planet sweater.
Giambattista Valli | Reek Krakoff | Dion
Akris | Rochas | Rick Owens
I thougtht I would share some Spring 2013 trends despite that you have probably seen them elsewhere and I'm a little bit late, but always good for inspiration and simply a few of my favourite looks.
I love the idea of sheer for Spring, especially panelling. Makes me think of my recently DIY'ed maxi skirt in white, with it's sheer and opaque horizontal stripes. I love the Rochas sheer flowing white skirt above but don't think I'd be daring enough to pull of a full sheer skirt (where do you wear something like that, anyways?). Although something about each one catches my eye, my fave is definitely Dion's white and orange dress; simply stunning.
I've only had these new wedges for a couple weeks but have already worn them many times. I picked them up in black too and can tell you they are going to be a summer fave!
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