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

Rolling in the Deep

Rolling in the Deep- Adele

I don't normally talk about the songs that contribute to my post titles, but o. my. I think I'm deeply obsessed with this one! It's been on repeat... over and over again! The perfect song to warble out while working out (...or more likely knitting...shhh). 

And seeing as I've brought the cold weather out to BC with me, I might as well sing this beauty to my heart's content while cocooning in my apartment this snowy weekend! 

Black Jacket- Le Chateau, Green Men's Shirt- H&M, Black Cami- Banana Republic, Leggings- Joe Fresh, Scarf/Shawl- Value Village, Brown Boots- Aldo, Long Necklace- Club Monaco, Silver Necklace- Gift

I mean, it's hardly like this "snow storm" (yes, I did hear a local call it that...pfft!) should stop me from running around, but it's kind of a nice excuse to throw on a warm scarf/shawl and many layers. I've been in a bit of a rut fashion wise lately, the only reason I can come up with is that I'm not feeling really settled. Apparently, being in-between houses does an odd thing to my sense of style! But I did feel like myself again in this, layered and cozy with a bit of vintage and of course, my boots!

love

xxx 

The Bucket

The Bucket: Kings of Leon

I love how effortless and pretty these images are, the outfits look like they're lived in and loved. Whenever I start feeling uninspired I open up my bursting Inspiration Folder and just have to look at photos like these and I'm ready to tackle my wardrobe again! It's not about recreating them to a T, but instead using the little touches and seeing how it fits into your style. 

And I'm obviously crushing on knee socks and hats. A lot. 

Where do you find your inspiration?

love

xxx

Wear and Tear

Wear and Tear- Pete Yorn and Scarlett Johanssen
We're getting our first snow storm today, it's crazy that just a few days ago it was an indian summer! Because of the upcoming freeze I've been wearing layers upon layers, trying to stay warm and cozy. This shawl is perfect to throw on top of pretty much any outfit I've tried (it looks ravishing with my pjs!) so it hasn't spent much time off my shoulders. 
In honour of my "hundred" list I'm wearing lipstick! Eek. I adore the stuff, it's so womanly and elegant, but I feel so ostentatious when I wear it. Though I did go kinda loud with the poppy colour! But after seeing so much of this colour on the runways I'm kind of obsessed. Maybe I'll leave it for special occasions, doing the dishes and Halloween.

And now I think I'm going to curl up on the couch with some sticky toffee pudding (!) and probably fall asleep in 15 min. I think the caffine intake is going to have to increase if I'm going to keep going at this pace! 
How's your week going? And has anyone thought of a good costume yet?? 
Halloweek is here! 
love
xxx

Shine

Shine- Collective Soul
I was at work all day so didn't really get to dress up all cute (darn dress code!) but when I got home I changed into some of my favorite new things for the upcoming season... knee socks and a cape/shawl/tartan-piece-of-awesomeness! It was comfy and fall inspired, really all I'm looking for in an outfit recently! 

Shawl- Value Village

Tank- Banana Republic

Shorts- American Eagle

Knee Socks- Dollarama

Necklace- Le Chateau

Belt- Vintage

Not much to say today, I'm hungry and really only have the food in the bowl in the last photo (what can one make with an eggplant and ears of corn? This is the mind boggling question I've been avoiding all night...hence the v. late supper!) I think grocery shopping is on the agenda tomorrow! 

BUT! Because I feel like being in a giving mood, I will leave you guys with the out-take of the day! The office theme song came on and I was (apparently) really into it, shaking what my momma gave me.... (hahaha) I give you free reign to laugh out loud at the hard core photo! :)

If anyone has any wicked brilliant recipes for the food below, let me know! lol

love

xxx