Apartment

Apartment- Young The Giant

Hej!

For those of you not living in your local Ikea store's, that means Hi in Sweden. Aren't you glad I learnt something while stocking up the new apartment? Apparently I have mad skills- I assembled the bookcase behind me and learned a new language, sure... it's only one word, but if I ever go to Sweden I'll at least be friendly!

Also, I'm still crushing on long skirts, especially when they're my mum's from 30+ years ago. Since moving to Vancouver I'd been living out of a suitcase, hunting down a place that suited me enough to call home. Well I finally found a new little apartment that suits me quite nicely and my parent's were sweet enough to drive out my furniture. I've spent the past week moving, unpacking and having it feel like Christmas when stumbling on forgotten treasures. Such as this skirt. My mum wore it when she was my age and was a tanned, beach goddess... sadly I'm quite a few shades lighter than her, but the skirt still makes me feel all '70's and beachy. 

Skirt- Vintage, Stripe Shirt- H&M, White Wedge Sandals- Aldo, Turquoise Necklace- Gift, Wrap Bracelet- Club Monaco

Now guys, I hate to get all serious on you, but I have some shocking findings to share. It may be hard to hear, so you might want to sit down- I'll wait....

Ok. After a gruelling trial the results are in.

 It's a scientific fact that people (me) go a little crazy without internet for 10 days. You don't believe me, do you? Well, below is the proof. 

Scary, right!? 

Thankfully this girl's new apartment was brought into the current century yesterday morning, and she couldn't be happier! Here's to more posts, surfing, and Animals Talking with British Accents Youtube Videos. Yay!

love

xxx

40 Day Dream

40 Day Dream- Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes

Guys, I'm starting to lose it. I've been without internet at home for 4 days... I'm driving my local Starbucks crazy and I'm pretty sure my colleagues are tired of my complaining. I'm so out of sorts that I don't even feel like taking outfit shots. I KNOW. We've reached rock bottom. 

Ok, there might be a bit of sarcasm in that. It's really not that bad, just a bit of an adjustment. I'm still pretty sure I'm driving my colleagues crazy... but for totally unrelated issues. :) 

Beige Shawl- Le Chateau, Black Jeans- Gap, Black Cami- FXXI, Gold Necklace- Target, Purple Belt- American Apparel, Peep Toe Flats- Anne Klien via Winners, DIY Bracelet- Make one too! Then we could pretend they're friendship bracelets! 

When my sister was here a few weeks ago I hijacked her and made her be my personal photographer, so we set up a studio in my old apartment's kitchen (which basically meant that we threw a pashmina over the table. Skills.) But then I couldn't decide what to wear, at all. We were heading over to a friend's house and I was totally out of inspiration. In the end I figured what's easier than a black and beige outfit with flats? Plus, I even got told that night that I looked like I worked in fashion (I don't.) so I guess it was a success!

love

xxx

Love You!

Windows Rolled Down

Windows Rolled Down- Amos Lee

Last weekend my awesome sister was in town, which meant that she cooked for me, bought me wine and patiently listened to my long-winded stories... yeah, she kinda rocks! (She's also just written the last exam of her life and will be a fully fledged and licensed Dr. Sister next month. Holla!) 

Beige Cardigan- Zara, White Lace Vest- Tristan, White Cami and Sunglasses- Joe Fresh, Blue Skinny Jeans- Winners, Wood Platform Shoes- Pierre Hardy for Gap, Cross Body Bag- Value Village, Turquoise Ring- Aldo, Wrap Bracelet- Club Monaco, Wood Bangle- Le Chateau, Key Necklace- A. Co. 

On Caroline: Stripe Shirt (wooo!!! Stripes!)- Jacob, Jeans- Guess, Belt- Stolen from me!, Shoes- Grey Toms

So I don't have her permission to post these (Hi Carrie!!) but she's the outgoing one in the family and she looks awesome in stripes, so I'm sure she won't mind. She also stole my belt... so this is a form of blackmail. :) 

A visit from her was exactly what this (slightly) home-sick girl needed and I can't wait to go out and visit her next month. Now I just need to get the youngest sister out here for a visit too! 

I hope you guys got to have just as much fun on your weekend as well! 

love

xxx

Little Lion Man

Little Lion Man- Mumford & Sons

This is my "Art Student" outfit, it's all loose and flowing on top and streamlined on the bottom. For some reason this silhouette, paired with a beret, translates to an Art Student to me... or maybe I'm just too excited for my France trip (less than a month!!!!) and just want to be more Franglish!

Top: Winners, Leggings: Joe, Beret and Pashmina: Le Chateau, Camel Wedges: Franco Sarto, Necklace: Marc Jacobs, Turquoise Ring: Aldo

 
Last weekend was Canadian Thanksgiving, plus some prep for Halloween! My dad made his first Thanksgiving meal and it all turned out perfect (with a healthy dose of help from my mum...) it really was a perfect day though and a perfect time to think of everything that I'm thankful for! You can also witness my art skills below, as I maul the poor pumpkin (it definitely did not turn out. Though it was scary... just because it looked like someone had repeatedly stabbed it!)
I hope your weekend was just as nice! 
love
xxx

Photo Crushes Pt. 2

So it hasn't been the best of weeks in terms of photo shoots and outfit shots. I tried. I really did! But photos got deleted, cameras dies, computers stopped working and outfits became less than inspiring! So instead, I raided my overflowing inspiration folder to share some of my current obsessions with you guys. And hopefully the stars will align for some outfit photos tomorrow!

In other news, I have the best friends and family ever. I turned 24 today, for some reason a very scary number for me (which yes, I know is ridiculous) and for multiple reasons I was anticipating a very lonely and tiring day. Even though most of my family and friends were not in the same town as me they showered me with phone calls, notes, flowers and love. Thanks guys! I love you all very much! 

And in other exciting news, here's a present to you guys! CSN Stores are giving away a $35 e-gift certificate to one of my readers! Have you entered yet? You should! Seriously, who doesn't like free money??

love

xxx