Happy Friday! Spring is in the air... sort of! What are you up to this weekend?
My bestie is taking me out to dinner tonight to celebrate my birthday and tomorrow there is a going-away party for friends who are moving to another city. Otherwise, unpacking my suitcase--eek, I know--is high on the to-do list and an attempt to get back to the gym.
Hope you have a great weekend!
I took over the Place d'Orleans social media accounts on Monday. Did you see the pretty setting for our Spring photoshoot?
Cute idea for girls night.
Would you spend $500k for this? #wow
A few of you asked so I've re-opened my Etsy shop & am selling the leather chokers I've been wearing non-stop.
Thinking of trying this meal delivery girl. #yum
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Hi ladies! I spent most of the plane ride editing the blogs from my trip to LA--which I had totally planned to upload while there, but hey, life.
So, here we are--day one and day two featuring some fun sights, how I eat healthy when travelling and meeting up with a couple of my favourite blogger friends.
Hello! Hello! I'm back from my trip to LA... which if you follow me on Snapchat, you've already seen a great deal of it--I'm acoest1984--and if not, I did post everyday on Insta too so you can check that out in the meantime, if you'd like.
That said, I've missed you! I took a little break from the blog while there, not because I had planned to, I brought my laptop with me, but mainly because it ended up being a fun, busy five days away. Now I'm back, celebrating my birthday today and will have a full recap of the trip up this week.
I wanted to hop on here and just say hello and see how your week is going? We are having a crazy, rainy day here today, pretty dreary--unlike the photo above, but I guess Spring is on the way so I can't complain. I can't wait to share more about my trip & if you have any suggestions for posts or videos you'd like to see, let me know in the comments.
Hope you're having a great week!
Hi ladies, I'm sharing a secret: I've been cutting my own hair for about a year, and today I'm showing you how to do it.
Thanks for watching! xo
My weekend started early, on Thursday evening, I was out at Place d'Orleans pulling all the outfits for a fashion show I had styled and was hosting on Friday. It has been a ton of work since really diving in back in January so it was exciting the time had finally come for it to all come together...
SPRING SALE PICKS: 1. LIGHT WASH FLARES | 2. BLUSH SUNNIES | 3. OFF THE SHOULDER TOP | 4. POM-POM ACCESSORY | 5. WHITE SWIMSUIT | 6. PINK BAG | 7. WHITE TANK | 8. DISTRESSED DENIM | 9. WHITE LACE-UP WEDGES | 10. CHOKER NECKLACE | 11. BLACK CUT OUT SWIMSUIT | 12. EYELET TOP | 13. PANAMA HAT | 14. WHITE CROP TOP
It's that time again, the Shopbop Spring Sale is on and depending on how much you spend, you can save up to 25% off (use code: BIGEVENT16). This is such a great time to grab those designer (whether lower or higher end) pieces you might have had your eye on, or even items that run a little pricier than you'd normally buy.
I'm still loving neutrals for Spring but love the pretty pop of pink on that saddle bag. I also recently paired a baby blue sweater I have with some light grey skinnies and loved the look, so I can see a lot of that combination in my future--and that pretty off-the-shoulder top is perfect for Summer with denim.
Last year was the first year I bought a couple of one-piece swimsuits and this year I plan to rock something a little more risqué because, #whynot
Lastly, the faux fur poms are so cute and I've been seeing them everywhere lately! Definitely an accessory I want to add to my bag to instantly update it. Happy shopping!
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Hi ladies -- it's been a few! The weekend and leading into this week has been a bit of a whirlwind, and I can explain...
Hip hip hoorah it's the weekend! We have had the weirdest weather this week--first freezing cold, then rain and it's pretty much snowed daily. What are you up to this weekend?
Marco has been away for work all week and he comes home tonight, so I'm very excited. I'm also putting the final touches on the fashion show I'm styling/hosting next week and doing a little closet sale with friends (it didn't pan out about a month ago). Hope you have a great weekend!
Tips for iPhone Photographers.
This adorable video of a cat & fox reunited. #icanteven
When Mom's away...
Watched this documentary this week finally--eye opening and quite sad (about something we all love!).
How much should a photographer charge?
Made me LOL.
The art of celebrity pregnancy reveal.
A killer proposal in a cycling class. #wow
How extroverted introverts interact differently with the world.
Get in my closet.
You're probably fully aware of the rose quartz trend for this Spring, being it's one of Pantone's colours for 2016. I've practically been living in this sweater since getting it for Christmas, but since it's still out of stock, I thought I'd share some cozy pieces to get you through the last month or so of winter.
When it turns warmer, pair up with a pair of denim shorts on cool evenings out with friends. 17 sweaters after the jump...
Happy Monday ladies! How was your weekend?
Friday was super low key--we got a snowstorm, I got a spray tan and we grabbed Greek take-out and watched a movie. Saturday though, Saturday was awesome; we hosted a small birthday brunch for one of our friends and I'd love to share more photos, if you like to see...
I have been incorporating more lower body into my fitness routine and have seen some big changes. It seems like everyone and their mom is about that booty, so today I'm sharing three of my favourite moves to target the glutes to give you that round asset we're seeing all over social media.
These videos are sped up a bit to give you an idea of the move at a faster pace. Your moves should be slow and controlled. Form is always number one, so if the weight is too heavy, drop it slightly--no shame in making sure your form is on point before adding more.
Two more videos + a tip after the jump...
When hair & make-up artist Erin, whom I met on set during this photoshoot, and formed a friendship with afterwards, reached out and asked if I would model for her, the answer was an obvious yes.
She's one of those people that you instantly like, hit it off with and can count on for a favour. When someone like that needs something from you, it's a no brainer--plus hello a beautiful gown and a flower crown? Yass girl, yasss.
I'd love to share some photos if you'd like to see...
You guys, this is looking a lot like how last weekend's snaps started off! I'm not going to lie when I say comfort is winning for me on weekends though. Since getting these leggings in November, they are basically all I want to wear in and out of the gym. They are super comfy, thick, they suck you in and they make the booty look good. Save your pennies and invest in a pair if you can, you will easily get your monies worth.
On Friday night...
Hi ladies--hope you're having a wonderful Valentine's Day. We have kept ours pretty low key and I'm excited that almost all the laundry is done #woohoo
Nordstrom is having their Winter Clearance Sale until February 21 & I'm stoked because my girlfriend and I have a date this week check it out. If you don't feel like venturing out, or don't have a location near you, I've got you covered...
I have worn my neutral peep-toe booties a ton and I'm loving the ones in the first row. I love thin and waffle knits, and the green parka is more than half off (and the fur is removable!).
I'm a sucker for distressed denim and love that the One Teaspoon skirt is now on sale, a denim jacket is great for Spring/Summer and it's a great time to stock up on a bootie to round out the winter or in preparation for next Fall--that pointed toe will be huge (if you didn't already jump on board the trend this year).
Activewear is my favourite thing to purchase lately--comfort and style? A win-win. You ladies know I'm loving high-waisted leggings and cropped tanks but I've also been wearing my seamless long-sleeved tops when it's cooler outside and I really want to get a sweat on.
Happy shopping!
JACKET -- ON SALE (MINE IS 6 YEARS OLD) | MEN'S SWEATSHIRT | BLACK SKINNIES | BOOTS -- ON SALE (I'M OBSESSED WITH THEM!)
On Friday night we had planned a date night and then kind of at the last minute just decided to go low key (and less expensive) and head out for Vietnamese food. Seriously, I could eat this everyday! I know, I know, all you see are these freaking rice bowls, but they are so good.
Sidenote: this is the boyfriend's sweatshirt which I've made my own. He also had a navy one, which I've also claimed. We found them during our NYC anniversary trip (video recap here), but looks like they still carry it. I love hoodies and sweatshirts, and do have a little collection, but don't tend to wear them out much. On this night I wanted to be comfortable, warm and casual. #missionaccomplished
Happy Friday! This week has been a little long, for starters, I kept thinking it was Wednesday on Tuesday, so there's that. Regardless, I'm really looking forward to the weekend.
Tonight we are heading out to try a new Asian-fusion restaurant and tomorrow I am doing a photoshoot to help out a friend. On Sunday we were thinking of skiing but it looks to be super cold, so that might not happen. And of course, the Superbowl is happening on Sunday and we are having a party! Hope you have a great weekend!
Love this backless top.
The cutest Valentine's Day printables.
Hairstyles for men in 2016.
A cool two minute video about English words.
How many times have you been out shopping, found something you really like, but are torn on taking it to the cash? Maybe you've been shopping a little too much lately, or perhaps you just aren't sure if the item is 'the one' for you. How do you determine whether or not you should purchase something?
For me, I think about something similar in my closet, and whether I love that or the piece I'm coveting more. If it's the latter, I buy it.
Read on to see what some of my most stylish friends--whom are mainly bloggers--responded when asked how they decide on a purchase...
Hi ladies! Today I'm sharing the final product of the Place d'Orleans photoshoot I did back in August. It was a long day of shooting from about 8am to 7pm and we shot three different campaigns: Fall, Holiday & Winter. We shot at least seven outfits but only four made the cut, which is what you're seeing today.
I'd love to show you the photos if you'd like to see...
Happy Sunday ladies! If you have signed up for the A.Co Newsletter, you know I've started a new Instagram fitness account. I share various exercises and tons of outfits I like to wear to the gym. It's kind of a 'more real' Instagram where you can get to know me a little better but also we can motivate each other with our workouts.
That said, I know some of you ladies have asked where I've picked up various things I'm wearing so I thought I'd put it all together in a post with shopping links so you can scoop up some of these great pieces for yourself. Looking good to feel good is half the battle! #amiright
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