October has had some highs and lows, but we are still keepin' on.
We traveled back and forth to see Marco's family, I shared my travel style & we hosted Thanksgiving at our place. I got some new peep-toe booties and wore a variation of this outfit every weekend.
We celebrated our friends wedding, helped pick apples in the in-laws garden and celebrated a friends birthday.
The saddest news of the month was putting down our family dog, Peanut, who would have been 16 this month. Despite the fact that she lived a long and wonderful life, it doesn't make it easier. We miss her so much.
I shared an outfit with my new OTK boots, we went to see Kevin Hart (man, we needed that laugh) and I started wearing socks #soundsweirdbuttrue
I saw my photos on the doors of Place d'Orleans (the first photos of the photoshoot I did back in August; vlog of the day here), checked out the granite slabs for my condo, did some shopping and celebrated Halloween as a mermaid.
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Halloween has come & went but I wanted to share my costume. I went as a mermaid and created the costume myself. It was quite labour intensive as I'm definitely an amateur sewer, but it actually turned out #success
I wasn't really able to document how I went about sewing the skirt and creating the top, but wanted to share a few steps along with photos of the finished product as I know some you ladies were asking.
I love how the super trendy over-the-knee boot has become a wardrobe staple. Not only do they keep you warm and stylish, they pair effortlessly with jeans, leggings and flowy dresses. I equally love how we are seeing a shift towards a chunkier heel--hoorah for sturdiness--which is great if you experience winters with ice and snow, like myself.
Today I'm sharing some OTK boots that I would love to have in my closet. While I love a good deal, quality plays a big role for this kind of boot since there is so much of it. You want something that will look well made and stand the test of time (and cold weather elements!).
O U T F I T D E E T S : PONCHO | FREE PEOPLE SWEATER (SIMILAR, LESS EXPENSIVE OPTION) | CHIQLE DENIM (SIMILAR) | ALDO BOOTIES (SIMILAR, SIMILAR & JUST PICKED UP THESE) | FRINGE BAG | ALDO SUNGLASSES (SIMILAR) | LIPSTICK
Ponchos are huge this year and the time to wear them is now. I love the look paired over a sweater or snugger fitting, long-sleeved tee, however, it would look great over a leather jacket for some added warmth. With so many options out there right now, you can easily make this trend your own, no matter what your budget. Loving this stripe one & this poncho vest. I've linked a few options down below if you ladies are interested.
For the boots, I've been living in these since picking them up a few weeks ago. These are from last season, but new to me. I was coveting them hard last year but never pulled the trigger and they never went on sale. I finally scored them at 60% off the original price from the sale section, shocking they had my size--such a happy day!
If you're in the market for new boots, an ankle boot with a chunkier heel is the way to go for Fall (or over-the-knee; you can't really go wrong with either). The taupes and tans are super on trend, but black works too if that's more you. These have become an everyday boot for me so look for something that is comfortable to walk in that you can pair with denim, cotton skinnies & leggings.
On Friday, we had a bunch of friends over to watch the Jays game. Such a disappointing end, but what a great run. I'm not huge into sports but was definitely rooting for them. On the flip side, we had a ton of amazing food.
On Saturday morning, we headed out to Kingston to visit Marco's mom...
I went into Forever 21 the other evening and they had a ton of cozy, affordable items,great for Fall. I love chunky knits, faux leather & oversized scarfs for this time of year, so sharing a few finds I loved.
Long tail or side-split tops are super trendy, an inexpensive version is the way to go. I love the colour on that teal moto jacket & the v-hem on the grey sweater. I haven't tried a midi dress yet but love it paired with the little ankle boots & a floppy hat. Also, how chic is that faux leather dress? I love that the hemline is longer which is classy but also great for my taller girls.
I'm obsessing over waistcoats this year--essentially a sleeveless jacket--and they are a super chic third piece to add over denim or a long-sleeved dress. Those chunky-heeled ankle boots are real leather and a great price (my size is sold out, otherwise I'd be ordering them) & I own that stripe scarf in grey and wear it constantly.
Last year I bought sequin pants (3 ways to wear them here), which are great for the holidays, and you can't go wrong with an over-the-knee boot with a sturdy heel.
Happy weekend ladies! I'm know I'm a little late with the Friday Finds; we had a birthday dinner that went late on Thursday night and Friday was super busy.
We ended up having a bunch of friends over Friday evening to watch the Jays game too, which resulted in Marco's famous chilli and some amazing apps brought by friends. This weekend we are out of town visiting family & staying toasty indoors. Hope you're having a great weekend!
Get in my closet.
There was an election in Canada this week. This made me LOL.
On privilege. (Wow)
How cozy is this blanket? Reminds me of this Instagram.
Visiting Ottawa; how beautiful is this AirBnB?
This makes me want a (faux) maroon fur.
An easy way to save money.
We recently watched this movie; love it like the series.
Really love this parka.
Who likes rap music? #raiseshand
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* A Condo Update
* This weekend last year.
* New York City Recap
It's been a while since I've shared any news about my condo that is being built and I have some exciting things to share.
Yesterday, I had an appointment to preview and approve the two slabs of granite for the kitchen and bathroom. I went to the granite yard and they pulled the two sheets out for me to see. The one above is going in the kitchen, which will be L-shaped and have a breakfast bar.
I was a little concerned about the large spot in the top right hand corner, but the installers assured me they could work around it as this piece will be cut in three to form the countertop (breakfast bar piece + the long side of the L is cut in half to accommodate the placement of the stove).
O U T F I T D E E T S : ASHLEY B JACKET (SIMILAR) | ZARA SWEATER (SIMILAR) | DISTRESSED DENIM | ALDO BOOTS -- LAST SEASON BUT NEW TO ME (SIMILAR, SIMILAR, LOVE THESE) | BAG -- ON SALE | SCARF | ALDO SUNGLASSES (SIMILAR)
You know it's Fall when you break out the closed-toe boots & blanket scarves. I'm loving this cool weather and getting my fix of layers on layers on layers.
This is a great weekend casual look--the faux leather jacket, knit sweater & fringe bag are great complimentary textures, and all in neutral tones which are perfect for Fall. I love wearing distressed denim, they offer up a cool-girl vibe without trying to hard and are so on trend, you look instantly stylish. Paired with a distressed, casual ankle boot, the look is effortless but comfortable at the same time.
This weekend was part fun, part productive. On Friday I wore my new flares which are super long. I have these jeans in a shorter length that work perfect for flats but have been on the hunt for a similar pair that is long enough for heels. I have a hard time spending big money on denim so when I found these at Winners, it was a done deal.
Friday's lunch--I'm a big fan of FarmBoy's salad bar and when I treat myself to it I always get this combination: kale salad mix (with nuts, cranberries & wild rice), beets & ginger-sesame tofu.
Happy Friday friends--what ar your weekend plans? Tonight we are going to see Kevin Hart (so excited!) and tomorrow there is a party with friends. Hope you have a great weekend!
We went to a wedding last week and got a pic with the bride.
If this doesn't make you Jays fan...
What a muscle building day of meals looks like.
This made me LOL hard.
My friends say I need this watch.
How much sleep do you need? I need a lot, but am a total night owl.
28 ways to enjoy pumpkin errrthang.
Posts you may have missed:
* You need these boots for Fall.
* This weekend two years ago.
* Moving into our condo...
(Photo of that topknot thing I'm currently enjoying).
Posts you may have missed:
* You need these boots for Fall.
* This weekend two years ago.
* Moving into our condo...
(Photo of that topknot thing I'm currently enjoying).
Hi ladies! The Shopbop friends & family sale is currently on; everything is 25% off (use code: INTHEFAM25).
This is a great time to pick up some items you might have had your eye on but are a tad pricer. Today is the last day of the sale so I'm sharing some of my favourites and a few items I've been eyeing for months...
This is a great time to pick up some items you might have had your eye on but are a tad pricer. Today is the last day of the sale so I'm sharing some of my favourites and a few items I've been eyeing for months...
I'm loving the off the shoulder ruffle top, it would pair so pretty with flares. The first pair of flares are actually a ribbed knit which is so comfy and chic--I have a pair in grey. Those army green peep-toes are to die for but sadly sold out in my size (they also come in black).
O U T F I T D E E T S : URBAN PLANET JACKET (SIMILAR) | TANK | LEGGINGS | PEEP-TOE BOOTIES - ON SALE! | BAG | SUNNIES
I love putting outfits together, but on days where I'm really pressed for time or unsure of what I want to wear, I go back to the basics. Starting with an all black base is grounds for a great outfit. The key is to pair different textures to keep it interesting.
The faux leather leggings and the cotton top--which is chiffon in the back--adds a little something extra. A large, black knit scarf would be a great complimentary piece to add, or a sweater if it's cooler. From there, you can add in more black or a few colour pieces like I did with the jacket and suede booties.
If you're unsure about mixing colours and textures, start with one colour and mix up the textures. It's totally fine to wear black head to toe and play around with various fabrics. Leather, suede, knit, cotton, chiffon, crochet & lace are all textures that pair well together and add interest to your look.
Happy Tuesday ladies! This past weekend was Thanksgiving in Canada so it was a long weekend for me with tons of family & eating. First though, some very sad news....
Happy Friday everyone & happy Thanksgiving weekend to my Canadian girls! This weekend we are hosting Thanksgiving for everyone for the first time. Last year we kind of hosted, but we missed the real Thanksgiving because we were in Barbados.
This year, 11 people and the whole shebang--should be interesting. I love to host, but it always makes me a little crazy before the guests arrive. Marco is amazing though, and always takes the role of head chef while I frantically run around stressed out trying to hold it together. Ha! Hope you have a great weekend!
This is a Thanksgiving staple in our family.
I love these fringe iPhone cases.
21 ways to look like a blogging pro.
Layers done right.
What a cute Etsy shop.
Love this side-slit sweater (affordable too!).
Some Halloween costumes over the years.
Just pre-ordered this amazing cat bed for Eve. #officalcatlady
Posts you may have missed:
* This time last year: building my walk-in closet (room tour here)
* Thanksgiving weekend 2013
(Photo of warmer, patio weather, at Pure Kitchen).
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