Rumours

Rumours- Fleetwood Mac

Hola! 

I know, it's been forever! And I have no excuse. Lets chalk it up to travelling, soaking up summer, finishing my job and starting a new chapter of my life. Hmm... ok, those sound suspiciously like excuses. Forgive me? 

And these photos are hella overdue, but they're too much fun to not share! We're getting quite the awesome little blogging community out here in Van and the other night (okay, almost 2 weeks ago!) we met up at the cute Gastown restaurant Cobre for food, sangria and the requisite fashion talk!  

There was the usual suspects of Cara of A Fashion Love Affair, Cee of Coco and Vera, Mina of Faboulista and Alex (our lovely organizer!) from To Vogue or Bust and also a few beautiful new faces like Melissa of Miss Melissa, Jen from Prairie Girl in the City and Lynn of Hearted Girl (who I can't believe I didn't grab a snap of, seriously a huge sweetheart!) 

From L-R Cara, Melissa, Alexandra, Cee, Jen, Mina and moi!

I'm wearing: Blue Skirt- Banana Republic, Polka Dot Top- Urban Outfitters, Grey Suede Heels- Nine West, Straw Clutch- Vintage

Oh and I'm sure you'll all be happy to know, my outfit that night was "Lady of the Night" approved... 

So, there's that.

And, on an unrelated note, I may follow my gut rather than google maps from now on when it's trying to lead me down places called "Blood Alley"...

All in all though it was a wonderful night, I'm really quite a lucky girl to live in such a pretty city with so many other fashion obsessed ladies! 

love

xxx

I Hear the Bells

I Hear the Bells- Mike Doughty

Man, I feel like a woman!

(Yes, I do intend to start every post with an iconic line from 90's music. You're welcome.)

I've been crushing on a tutu skirt since I was 5*, so when Cee brought out this little beauty at the swap I pretty much leapt over the table to grab it. And since it's been in my hands I've found countless loveable outfits to wear it with. 

*Seriously. Imagine my 5 year old disappointment when I found out that ballet classes don't automatically mean tutus. 

Blue Button Up- Zara, Tutu Skirt- Courtesy of Cee!, Grey Suede Heels- Nine West, Pink Necklace- FXXI, Gold Bracelets- Le Chateau, Turquoise Ring- Aldo

After much deliberation I decided to take photos of the skirt with my favourite blouse, putting a very "me" spin on this swap item. I also twisted it around, something about a bow at the small of the back makes me smile and feel supremely girly! 

love

xxx

Lovefool

Lovefool- The Cardigans

Dear, I feel we're facing a problem. 

This skirt is just too much fun to play dress-up with and yet it is not mine! The lovely Mina of Faboulista lent it to me at the last blogger swap we had. It definitely adds more junk in the trunk which can pose a problem, but it's also crazy soft and slinky and with a fitted top looks quite breezy. 

I was originally going to pair it with something sleek, a black cami and a heavy necklace, but when it accidentally slipped next to this floral tank I just went with it. It definitely takes the skirt in a more fun and flirty way, which is the perfect mood for summer! 

Blue Drape Skirt- Mina's, Floral Tank- Banana Republic, Black Platform Shoes- Le Chateau, Black Studded Belt- Gap, Watch- Guess

And since I've been working like a dog (surprise Louise! Handing in your two weeks notice when you still have four weeks to go, not so smart.) I'm going to keep this short and sweet. 

Hope you're having a swell week lovelies!

love

xxx

Terrible Love

Terrible Love- The National

Oh how much I love this little lace dress! 

And since coming to the conclusion that every Fall lace, leopard print and red will be in "in style" I don't think my love will fade any time soon. That reminds me, cost per wear justification calculations, I love you too.

Lace Dress- American Apparel, Grey Suede Heels- Nine West, Black Belt- Vintage, Blush Necklace- FXXI, Pink Clutch- Aldo, Assorted Bracelets

Aaaand this is a view that you just don't get in rural Manitoba...

My lace dress took me to a fancy dress, champagne bubbly birthday party for a friend that was so much better because we were high up in a pretty city watching the sunset and eating tiramisu cake.

Be jealous, very jealous.

love

xxx 

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights- Coldplay

So it's not a huge surprise I'm sure, but I love Christmas. Yes, I'm one of those annoying people that has their tree up on the first of December and never gets sick of the holiday music. Please still love me. :)

This year has been a bit quieter, but just as lovely. I only had one holiday party to dress up for though and that was back in Nov. So I took the opportunity the other night to throw on the most festive outfit I could (that didn't include stocking earrings. That's a teensy bit too far, even for me!) and fancy up the tree even more. 

Red Silk Bow Top: Urban Outfitters, Black Pencil Skirt: Smart Set, Black Bow Belt and Black Rose Peep Toes: Le Chateau, Black Patterned Tights: Joe Fresh, Pearl Necklace: Granny's

Happy Christmas Lovelies! 

xxx

(hohoho too!) 

Unsent

Unsent- Alanis Morissette

Oh Boy, aren't you guys lucky? Just look at the gorgeous setting for my outfit shot! ;)

Truthfully, these were not ever going to be published. I wore this outfit to a gorgeous wedding on Saturday and these photos are from the night before when I had tried on a bunch of different dresses. I tend to take photos of the contending outfits, it helps me decide which one worked best (does anyone else do this??)! But then Saturday was a whirlwind and I didn't get a chance to snap some better ones. So I hope you aren't too distracted by the yoga mat, easel, books and shoes in the background! 

Black Silk and Velvet Dress: Theory (Borrowed from the Lovely Brooke)
Nude Patent Shoes, Shell Clutch and Sequin Headband: Aldo
Pearl and (fake) Diamond Ring: Le Chateau
Pearl Necklace: Vintage (Grandma's)
Navy Blazer (worn for the ceremony): R.W. and Co.

I'm completely in love with the ladylike flow of this dress, plus it created a perfect excuse to treat myself to some new nude shoes (found in the Aldo sale for $20...holla!!). It also worked perfectly on the dance floor, so much so that I ended up (most likely ungracefully) tearing the floor up! But the bride looked gorgeous, the groom was dashing and there was copious amounts of laughter, friends, wine and dancing. All in all, a very successful wedding! 
Congrats A and M!! 
love
xxx

Acoustic Alchemy

Acoustic Alchemy- Norwegian Recycling

Whew. These photos are of an outfit that I wore over a week ago! That's how far behind I am guys. This is also why I need to start dating a photographer (if anyone knows a cute one, send him my way!). That way I might actually be able to take regular outfit photos! 

I fell in love with this little dress when I was shopping in Winnipeg a few weekends ago. It's all lace on the top and completely pretty, I wasn't planning on treating myself but couldn't seem to leave the store without it! And I'm glad I didn't, it's getting a lot more use than I ever thought it would (I'm even thinking of sneaking it into an upcoming wedding if this nice weather keeps up).

Lace and Chiffon Dress and Purple Belt: American Apparel

Flower Shoes and Purple Bow Clutch: Le Chateau

Turquoise Ring: Aldo

Gold Feather Bracelet: Archives Vintage

Flowers: From my Lovely Sister! xx

I've been doing a lot of thinking about what I want to accomplish in my life (a certain nasty-number birthday brought this on...) and have started making a list; "the hundred". Quite simply, it's a hundred things I want to do/learn/see in my life. I haven't finished it yet as I'm trying to be honest and thoughtful about each entry (even if many of them are completely dorky and things only I would like (number 068. sing karaoke and don't care that I'm horrible)) but it's been really awesome to think about all the possibilities I have. 

What's on your Bucket List??

love

xxx

p.s look how pretty our fall is! 

The Dog Days Are Over

The Dog Days Are Over- Florence and the Machine

This past week I was house sitting for my parents; keeping the vandals away (racoons), feeding the cats and raiding my mum's vintage collection. Not too shabby. She didn't keep a ton, which is such a shame as she had some amazing things and is my exact size. Geesh. I did find this fuzzy mohair pencil skirt and the brocade scarf though and together they made a very cozy-glam look. Perfect for the beginning of fall.

Shirt: Jacob

Skirt and Scarf: Vintage

Belt: Gap

Shoes and Tights: Aldo

Gold Leaf Bracelet: Archive Vintage Etsy Shop 

Necklace: Marc Jacobs

Tonight is a fancy dress party for some upcoming birthday's of my friends (mine too!) so I get to get my fancy on and eat cake. An awesome Saturday night! 

I hope yours is just as awesome! 

love

xxx