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.
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Outfit Deets:
* Gap cardigan (old).
* Joe Fresh blouse (old) and seen before with skinny jeans.
* Dynamite skirt which I wore two years ago with turquoise silk and the same belt.
* Kelsi Dagger 'Genelle' wedges (new!) which I just picked up at Winners for half the price they are on the KD website (score!). Am loving heels with lower heels lately (since I have enough of 4inch+) and these fit the bill perfectly.
* Accessories: Joe Fresh belt, Guess & F21 bangles
Some of you know I wear glasses,
and while my prescription isn't very strong, it's existent, just ask
the people at GlassesUSA.com! They kindly let me pick out a pair of eyeglasses which is so exciting because I've been wanting to buy glasses but didn't want to fork out the cash (I know, I know).
I picked out a pair of plastic frame prescription glasses by Reece called the Jakob. While I normally tend toward metal frames (here's a post where I'm wearing my metal framed glasses) I have been itching for a pair of plastics and this was the perfect opportunity to find some.
The website offers a virtual mirror to try glasses on, but since I
didn't have a Flash player I simply used the measurements from a pair of
glasses I already owned to determine what size would fit my face.
Now, I know this is a review, and I know I got a pair of free glasses, but, I have to mention their customer service. First know that they did not ask me to discuss this and they are all my own opinions. I'm not one of those bloggers who is going to say wonderful things about a company I'm not happy with. This is brutal honesty.
Now, I know this is a review, and I know I got a pair of free glasses, but, I have to mention their customer service. First know that they did not ask me to discuss this and they are all my own opinions. I'm not one of those bloggers who is going to say wonderful things about a company I'm not happy with. This is brutal honesty.
From day
one, they were very helpful and I was impressed with how quickly my
questions were answered via email. When I finally placed my order (I
himmed-and-hawed for a good three weeks on which pair to purchase) they
sent me a tracking number within a day or so. From there, my glasses
arrived within four days. Four. Days. Shocking, especially since it
seems they outsource their production to Europe and I'm in Canada. The
glasses arrived in a small box with a case and a cleaning cloth, brand
spankin' new. I can honestly say I love them.
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GlassesUSA.com would like to offer you lovely readers 10% off any purchase, simply use the code Blog10
And one from Instagram the day I received my new glasses...
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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