Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Monday, July 28, 2014
White Hot
One of the biggest colour trends this summer has been head-to-toe white. And i am absolutely obsessed. It just looks so unbelievably chic, and especially in the summer with a great tan, the all-white look is super easy to pull off.
There are a few ways to do the white look this summer. First, you can do a beautiful white sundress, or a top-and-skirt/pants combo. If you don't want too much plain white, opt for a textured piece or one with a light pattern or graphic (look #3 below). Once you have the the base of the outfit down, you have three options for finishing it off. You can add jewelry, shoes, and a bag in one of the following colours. I've made the background colour of the outfit pictures purple, so you could better see the white outfits.
1. White
If you really want to commit to the all white, keep it going with your accessories too.
2. Colourful
If you want your accessories to stand out, then choosing ones that pop next to a white outfit is the perfect option. Keep all your accessories to one hue, like blue, or the same intensity, like neon yellow, neon pink, and neon orange.
3. Neutral
If you don't want to go colourful, but also don't want to go all-out white, try neutral accessories in colours like black, nude, grey, gold, or silver.
4. Combination
Don't want to be limited to just one of the above looks? Try a neutral shoe, white bag and bright jewelry!
There are a few ways to do the white look this summer. First, you can do a beautiful white sundress, or a top-and-skirt/pants combo. If you don't want too much plain white, opt for a textured piece or one with a light pattern or graphic (look #3 below). Once you have the the base of the outfit down, you have three options for finishing it off. You can add jewelry, shoes, and a bag in one of the following colours. I've made the background colour of the outfit pictures purple, so you could better see the white outfits.
1. White
If you really want to commit to the all white, keep it going with your accessories too.
Dress: Rachel Rachel Roy
Necklace: Topshop
Bag: River Island
Heels: Style And Co.
2. Colourful
If you want your accessories to stand out, then choosing ones that pop next to a white outfit is the perfect option. Keep all your accessories to one hue, like blue, or the same intensity, like neon yellow, neon pink, and neon orange.
Top: H&M
Trousers: Zara
Necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane
Tote: ASOS
Flats: Frye
3. Neutral
If you don't want to go colourful, but also don't want to go all-out white, try neutral accessories in colours like black, nude, grey, gold, or silver.
Blouse: Alice + Olivia
Shorts: Paul & Joe Sister
Blazer: Theory
Belt: Mango
Bag: Charles & Keith
Heels: Daily Look
4. Combination
Don't want to be limited to just one of the above looks? Try a neutral shoe, white bag and bright jewelry!
Sweater: Estraudeur
Skirt: Planet
Necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane
Bangle: Oliver Bonas
Sandals: Hunter
Clutch: New Look
How are you wearing the all-white trend?
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Country Living
Hey Readers! I apologize for not posting in a while; I've been busy with work and other writing, and I'm not ashamed to admit Netflix has been getting the best of me. But if you recall, last week my mom, sister, grandmother (my mom's mom), and I all went to a cottage from Tuesday to Thursday. It was so much fun; we relaxed, went into town, watched movies (the weather wasn't great when we first got there), and of course, drank. I love being able to get off work for a few days, get out of the city, and just forget about real life for a while. And I really can't think of three people I would have had more fun with than the girls I went with! So here are some pictures from my little vacay from last week. I hope you all get to get away for a bit this summer and just enjoy life!
And, as promised, I did get a chance to do a couple outfit shoots while I was there, and will be sharing them with you within the next couple weeks!
(Sangria, bruschetta, and guac)
(The dock)
(Walking around Bracebridge)
(My new life moto/not that I hadn't already been living by these words)
(Patio breakfast)
(Walking along the wharf in Orillia)
(Taking photos on our Fujifilm Instax Mini; aka a faux-polaroid)
(Path from the cottage to the dock)
(Finally, the sun comes out!)
(Pooped after a day of swimming)
Friday, July 18, 2014
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Cottage Essentials
The girls in my family are doing a small cottage trip this week, so while getting my stuff together I got to thinking about the absolute essentials to bring with. I'm the kind of girl who tends to overpack for any trip, no matter how long ( I always need options), but going to a cottage with a few girls for 3 days really doesn't require options, or anything overly nice for that matter. I'm actually very excited to not have to think about making outfits and accessorizing and everything; as much as I love it, it can be very exhausting (although I am planning to do a photoshoot or two of outfits because of the scenery, so I'll be sharing those with you hopefully soon!).
You want to bring only the absolute essentials, that will fit in a somewhat small bag (like the one below), as you will probably be driving up in a car with numerous people and so space may be limited. They key to light cottage packing is to bring basic items in basic colours that you can mix and match with each other.
For bottoms, I would go with one dark and one light pair of denim shorts, as well as one pair of sweatpant material shorts. Then I would also suggest leggings and sweatpants for night, since it tends to get pretty cold up north and help you to keep from getting too many bug bites.
For tops I would bring 3-4, and a mix of t-shirts and tanks. Again, very plain basic colours that would match well with any pair of bottoms. I would also bring some heavier long sleeves or sweatshirts for nighttime; whether you're hanging out outside drinking beers or it's cooler inside when you're going to bed.
For footwear I would stick to slip on sandals and then something a bit nicer for heading into town. You can also throw in sneakers or running shoes if you have to walk somewhere (like going on a hike) or need closed-toe shoes. In terms of purses I would just bring a cross-body bag in a neutral colour (so it will match with any outfit you wear). You won't need much room so a small one will do.
For swimwear, two tops and two bottoms should do it (depending on how long you're going for). Choose ones that you can easily mix and match with each other. If you're going for 3-4 days, two tops and bottoms will give you four different bathing suit sets to choose from!
If you think you might go into town one night to a bar or for dinner, bring something a bit nicer than just sweats, but don't feel the need to get too dressed up, as the locals in cottage country generally don't either. Try a nice tank with jeans and wedge sandals (yes, even at the cottage I do need some height on me!). You can also bring a simple necklace if you feel the need to accessorize (don't worry, I do too), but I wouldn't bring anything too fancy or expensive in case it gets lost or ruined. Pair the outfit with the nicer sandals and simple purse.
You want to bring only the absolute essentials, that will fit in a somewhat small bag (like the one below), as you will probably be driving up in a car with numerous people and so space may be limited. They key to light cottage packing is to bring basic items in basic colours that you can mix and match with each other.
Bag: American Apparel
For bottoms, I would go with one dark and one light pair of denim shorts, as well as one pair of sweatpant material shorts. Then I would also suggest leggings and sweatpants for night, since it tends to get pretty cold up north and help you to keep from getting too many bug bites.
1. H&M
2. Talula
3. Style & Co.
4. William Rast
5. Roots
For tops I would bring 3-4, and a mix of t-shirts and tanks. Again, very plain basic colours that would match well with any pair of bottoms. I would also bring some heavier long sleeves or sweatshirts for nighttime; whether you're hanging out outside drinking beers or it's cooler inside when you're going to bed.
3. Old Navy
4. Joe Fresh
5. Etsy
For footwear I would stick to slip on sandals and then something a bit nicer for heading into town. You can also throw in sneakers or running shoes if you have to walk somewhere (like going on a hike) or need closed-toe shoes. In terms of purses I would just bring a cross-body bag in a neutral colour (so it will match with any outfit you wear). You won't need much room so a small one will do.
1. Converse
2. Aldo
3. Calvin Klein
4. Birkenstock
For swimwear, two tops and two bottoms should do it (depending on how long you're going for). Choose ones that you can easily mix and match with each other. If you're going for 3-4 days, two tops and bottoms will give you four different bathing suit sets to choose from!
1. Pink
3. Target
4. Oakley
If you think you might go into town one night to a bar or for dinner, bring something a bit nicer than just sweats, but don't feel the need to get too dressed up, as the locals in cottage country generally don't either. Try a nice tank with jeans and wedge sandals (yes, even at the cottage I do need some height on me!). You can also bring a simple necklace if you feel the need to accessorize (don't worry, I do too), but I wouldn't bring anything too fancy or expensive in case it gets lost or ruined. Pair the outfit with the nicer sandals and simple purse.
Top: Topshop
Jeans: Moto
Necklace: Kenneth Cole New York
This kind of packing also works well for a weekend spent at the beach! How do you pack for a few days up north? See you at the end of the week readers!
Friday, July 11, 2014
From Fall To Summer
One of my absolute favourite colours this season is by far, cobalt blue. There was a very similar colour in style back in the fall, and the fact that it has lasted through the weather change and can now also be a "summer" colour really makes me happy. It looks good on pretty much everyone, and you can pair it with just about any colour (pink, yellow, light green, and of course the beiges, greys, blacks, and whites, and countless other colours). I have shorts, pants, tops, and tons of accessories in this colour and I don't see myself stopping wearing them anytime soon. I find pairing maxi skirts with crop tops very effective in balancing out the different lengths.
As well, one of my favourite pieces this season is the big hat. Not necessarily a beach hat (you know, straw coloured and woven), but a wool hat that you usually see for fall (albeit, a light wool for the hot summer weather). It looks amazing for a bohemian look, which is my favourite, with a kimono and boots (check out my Instagram to see how I wore it here), but also goes well with numerous other outfits. So here is my cool summer look utilizing fall colours and pieces; it just goes to show how versatile fashion can be!
As well, one of my favourite pieces this season is the big hat. Not necessarily a beach hat (you know, straw coloured and woven), but a wool hat that you usually see for fall (albeit, a light wool for the hot summer weather). It looks amazing for a bohemian look, which is my favourite, with a kimono and boots (check out my Instagram to see how I wore it here), but also goes well with numerous other outfits. So here is my cool summer look utilizing fall colours and pieces; it just goes to show how versatile fashion can be!
Top: Dynamite
Skirt, Shoes: Old Navy
Hat: H&M
Cuff: Smart Set
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Minimalism
If you know me, you know that I love clothing and accessories, and the more layers and additions to my outfit, the better. But lately I've been seriously digging the minimalist approach and there is definitely something to be said for simple, minimalist fashion. Minimalism in fashion means different things to different people (and in different areas of design); to some it is minimal layers of clothing; to others it is accessorizing sparsely (possibly just a thin bangle or ring); to others still it is dressing simply in black and white. That's the beauty of the fashion industry; you can define almost anything anyway you like, and still be on trend and in style.
The way I like to picture minimalism is clean, simple, geometric lines, with not too much colour. When there are curves, they are very soft and natural, like the blue skirt below. When there is colour (also like the skirt below), try pairing the piece with crisp tops in black or white. I also believe in sparse accessories, in colours like gold, silver, black, or white, and those should also be in simple shapes. Slim fitting trousers or jeans with no rips are also very minimalist, and go well with any top. Try them in simple and solid colours.
1. Tote Bag: Derek Alexander
2. Dress: Alice + Olivia
3. Pencil Skirt: Love
4. Necklace: Material Girl
5. Watch: Movado Bold
6. Top: H&M
7. Oxfords: Rachel Zoe
8. Blazer: Zara
9. Jeans: Moto
10. Sunglasses: Aldo
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Tropical Prints: Pineapples
In relation to my post the other day about tropical floral prints, there is another tropical print that I have been seeing basically everywhere, and it is just too cute. It seems (at least to me) that every summer a different fruit print comes into style (strawberries, watermelons, lemons, etc.), and this year it looks like it is the pineapple's turn.
I feel like pineapples are very underrated, and most people overlook them when talking about their favourite fruit. Plus they are adorable to look at, especially on garments and accessories this summer. Fruit prints are awesome to wear. because you can mix and match them and make your outfit into a little fruit salad, or leave the print to one part of your outfit (for example, shorts) and do a solid colour on the top (for example, a green tank). Colours that look good with the pineapple print are pink, green, and baby blue, as they just make it feel so tropical and beachy, but feel free to go colour crazy with your pineapples!
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