Electric Feel

Yet again, one of the hottest colours of the season is this beautiful, bright, electric blue. There is not much more to say about this colour trend that I haven't already in previous posts about it (see Surprise, Surprise and From Fall To Summer) . I love the idea of taking such a bright, predominately summery colour and turning it into something we can wear in the cooler months. Especially in pieces like the ones below, how can you not love this electric blue for autumn?

1. Blazer: Zara

2. Boots: Kenzo

3. Sweater: Material Girl

4. Dress: Jil Sander Navy

5. Scarf: Etro

6. Trousers: Freda

7. Bag: New Look

8. Hat: H&M

Grunge Girl

For me, the perfect time to go for a grunge look is fall. The fabrics, patterns, pieces and colours of the grunge style are just so perfect for autumn. I'm talking plaid, chunky sweaters, beanies, and burgundy, amongst other things. It's just a time to wind down from the cute sundresses And that is what this outfit is all about.

It's also about some very hot trends right now. Graphic T's, for one, are showing up pretty much everywhere. And especially white ones with basic, black writing on it, like I talked about in my post, Say Something. The black and red flannel plaid is also having a huge moment, whether in button ups, like I'm wearing, dresses, skirts, or scarves. Be sure to tie your flannel plaid (whatever colour scheme) around your waist for that extra cool, grunge look. And lastly, ripped jeans. I know I've talked about how hot they are on previous posts and my Instagram, but that is only because it cannot be said enough. If you're going to invest in one single piece this fall, let it be distressed denim because they aren't going anywhere soon.

Beanie: Forever 21

T-Shirt: Zara

Plaid Shirt: H&M (boys section)

Jeans: American Eagle Outfitters

Shoes: Wild Diva

Purse: H&M

Sunglasses: Boathouse

Ring: Suzy Shier; Bracelet: Aldo

My City Gossip: Bag Basics: Working Woman

Sorry for the serious lack of posts lately, I've been caught up with work and other things and just have not found time to write or post much. But I am still doing articles for My City Gossip, so at least I can bring these to you while you wait for me to get my own blog back on track! Here's the third and final instalment of the Bag Basics series. This week's was focused on working women. Enjoy!

My City Gossip: Bag Basics: Moms

For this week I wrote the second article for my My City Gossip series, Bag Basics. This week's woman that I focused on were moms, so give it a read by clicking the photo below or the link above!

Welcome To The Jungle

This fall the two predominant jungle animal prints we have and will continue to see are snakeskin and leopard, and I really think it's safe to say that these are my two favourite prints. They continue to come back season after season (even for spring and summer), and because we find them in nature, they truly are timeless. If you wanted to invest in some serious leopard and snakeskin pieces that will last you through the seasons, go for some like the items below, in neutral palettes. From time to time, we will see these prints in crazy colours like bright pink, but their natural colours keep continuing to show up.

If you want to go all out, mix these two prints together in one outfit, but remember to break it up with blocks of colour. For instance, wear the snakeskin bralette with the leopard pencil skirt, but add a brown leather jacket and chunky brown booties. Or opt for the prints in your accessories, like the sunglasses and clutch, while wearing a monochromatic outfit. As well, if you are going to mix the prints, keep them in the same colour family (like both prints in grey or both in brown), and wear one print bigger than the other so they contrast each other (like the big snakeskin print on the blouse and the smaller leopard print on the sunnies).

1. Coat: H&M

2. Clutch: Anya Hindmarch

3. Sunglasses: Freyrs

4. Blouse: Topshop

5. Bralette: Nelly

6. Sandals: Joie

7. Trousers: Lanvin

8. Skirt: Balmain

My City Gossip: Bag Basics: Student Bags

This week I started little three part series for My City Gossip about bags and a new start. This first week was about student bags. Click the picture or the link above to read the article!

Summer Highlights

Now that I'm finally getting back into the school year swing of things, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on this awesome summer. Even though I'm not going back to school this September (which will be a bit weird), things are definitely going to be different than they were these past few months. And as excited as I am to start this new year, I am going to really miss this summer and some of the wonderful experiences I got to enjoy during it. So here were my summer highlights.

Robyn Styles turned 1!

Started as a fashion contributor for My City Gossip

Lots of birthday celebrations with great friends

Completed my fashion styling program

Attended super cool fashion events

Saw some amazing concerts

Had a girl's cottage getaway

Actually got to spend some time outdoors

And finally...

Ended off the summer with my favourite event of the year...

Fanexpo!

I hope you all had an amazing summer too, and here's to a great Fall! Visit my Instagram for even more pics from the summer!

Quote Of The Week

Just thought this quote was very appropriate for this week. Happy New York Fashion Week everyone!

Bohemian Girl

This was the other outfit shoot I did at the cottage, oh about a month and a half ago. There were just other posts I kept working on to post and this one kind of got pushed to the bottom of the list. But it's finally done! And even though it's now September (can you believe it?!), because of the fabrics (suede) and colours (brown) used in an outfit like this, it can still be worn into Autumn. It may be too cold for shorts though, so trade them in for baggy distressed denim, or switch out the lightweight kimono for a slouchy knit cardigan!

The first outfit post from the cottage, Oh So Nautical, I chose my outfit based on the location (in this case, the lake). But the path from the cottage to the dock and lake is very woodsy, and the deck and stairs are beautiful and made of wood, and so I also chose an outfit based on that location to shoot. I felt the wood and and trees gave off a bohemian vibe, and so that is what this outfit is based off. I kept the look very slouchy and relaxed, and used a lot of earth tones and neutral colours. Enjoy!

Top: Joe Fresh

Kimono: H&M

Shorts: Forever 21

Sunglasses: Aldo

Flower Headband: H&M

Boots: Top Shop

Purse: Urban Outfitters

Photographer: Elana Emer

My City Gossip: Celeb Looks Of Summer

One of my favourite places to get inspiration for looks and outfits other than bloggers and street style pics is celebrities. They usually have a professional stylist on hand, even when just running out to do some errands, so you know they will always look their best and be put together and on trend.

Last week for My City Gossip I did a recap of my favourite male and female celebrity looks from this summer. Enjoy, and happy Labour Day everyone!