Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Alice in Wonderland or 1950s housewife

Today I went for a Mad Men 1950s housewife look.



Dress: Shabby Apple
Skirt worn as petticoat: Smart Set
Shoes: Fluevog Wonders | Ayers
Hosiery: Urban Outfitters

One coworker said I looked like Alice in Wonderland and another said I looked more like Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz (minus the red shoes).

Those descriptions are probably better than my original thought. Certainly Alice was a strong female character.

This photo is an attempt to show the back of the tights. The tights are polka dotted but have a lacy stripe up the back.

I saw some Urban Outfitters tights on another blog (Sunday Crossbow) and loved them but I seem to have ordered a different design. That's what happens when you try to buy something online on impulse. Oh well. They're still pretty.







This is the other pair of Fluevogs that I got in NYC. I tried on a pair of these in May in Vancouver but ultimately didn't buy them. This time I couldn't leave them behind. It doesn't even feel like I'm walking in heels. Soooo comfortable.







I just finished watching the finale for the Walking Dead. I have two observations that won't give anything away. 1. They never seem to miss when shooting at the walkers - even those who have no experience shooting a hand gun and 2. They never run out of ammunition.

Monday, March 19, 2012

New York roundup and outfit post

First of all - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY SISTER!!

So I spent most of last week in New York City. My husband was going down to do some photography so we went a few days earlier to spend some time in the city. I only got one outfit post the entire time I was there.




Yes, I know it's completely surprising that I visited the Fluevog store.

Blouse: ModCloth
Dress: Smoking Lily
Shoes: Fluevog Rivers
Purse: Roots Canada

I got two pairs of shoes, soon to be seen on the blog (one pair today). Across the street is my other favourite store, Lilith, where I also made a purchase or two.

One night we went to the opening of the Canadian Front movie series at MoMA and saw the movie Monsieur Lazhar which was very good. A friend of ours produced the movie Roller Town which we didn't see but he put our name on the list for the film after party. I asked about the dress code and was told "New York casual". I asked a few people what they thought that meant and was told "black".

So I did the opposite of black and wore my Charlotte Taylor ant dress.



Bad iPhone photo but you kind of get the idea. We didn't stay late at the party but we did meet a nice couple who recommended a restaurant to us - Raoul's - which was excellent. The food was very good and I had an absinthe as my pre-dinner cocktail. I recommend the asparagus/quinoa appetizer.


The next day while walking around we saw the strangest juxtaposition of stores.

Chanel - the epitome of elegance - across the street from Crocs - the epitome of bad. I refer you to the Manolo for a commentary on Crocs.

On Thursday night we went to see the Rangers play the Penguins which was significant because it was the return of Sidney Crosby, who apparently "sucks".

The Penguins won 5-2 and Crosby got an assist so I'm guessing Rangers fans define "suck" wrong. It was a fun evening even if I did fear for my life because I was cheering against the home team (just kidding).

On Friday, my last day there we walked around the Meatpacking district and I got to go into the store of my most favourite designer, Alexander McQueen.


So awesome! B bought me a scarf. Ieeeee! The guy in the store was super nice and I didn't feel like Pretty Woman when she went into all those stores and was snubbed because she was dressed poorly.

That's pretty much the highlights of my trip.Today I was back at work - back to all the DRAMA. GAH!



Shirt: Joe Fresh
Jumpsuit: Lilith
Shoes: Fluevog Gateway | Caspian

I'm not usually a jumpsuit fan because they so rarely look good (and they are so hard to manage when you have to use the bathroom). But I saw this and tried it on and it was love. True confession? I wore this 3 days in a row - that's probably why it's a little rumpled.


And these Fluevogs are my new favourites (face it, they're all my favourites). Someone said they look like "Nucky shoes" (a reference to Boardwalk Empire) and someone else said they were Nick Rhodes-esque. Both I take as complements.



This colour is so awesome and I can wear these with so many things. Love!













Bright And Bold

 Top- Forever New/ Boyfriend Jeans/ Wedges- Jo Borkett
Hello everyone, how was your weekend? I decided to wear a bright and colourful outfit today, thus this coral top and orange wedges were the result. I bought these wedges almost three years ago, and I have to admit I've been struggling with what to wear them with, but they seemed to be the perfect accompaniment for the look I was aiming for with this outfit. I love the finished look, I think it looks lovely with the coral tones and gold accessories! 



Have an amazing week everyone!!

Friday, March 16, 2012

OOTD- Pussybow Blouse

 Blouse and Shoes- Mr.Price/ Jeans- Edgars/ Bag- Woolworths Collection/ Rings-Sass Diva & Woolworths
This Top has fast become a favourite for me, I'm so enamored with the colour, the dark blue and little yellow flowers are so lovely together. I also love the detail, the little bow and the way the sleeves have a slight puffiness to them- it's just so pretty! I paired it simply with jeans, my tan moccasins and mustard coloured bag. 





Hope you have a wonderful weekend everyone!!

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Doe Eyed

 Jersey-Forever New/ White jeans, Shoes and Bag- Mr.Price
I Just adore this jersey, it's so sweet! But then again I loved the movie Bambi when I was younger so it would only be natural that I loved this print (did anyone else sob like a baby in that movie?) I paired it with my baggy white jeans and two tone brogues. I also wore my new satchel from Mr.Price, as it seemed like the perfect accessory for the the whole look, plus its colour is just divine with the jersey colour! 





Have an amazing week everyone!!

Versatile Blogger Award

I am so grateful to be awarded this lovely award from the lovely Francis at francisdodson.blogspot.com

The rules: 

1- Thank and link the blog that nominated you
2-  Tell 7 things about yourself
3- Pass this on to 10 of your favourite blogs and let them know they received the award 

7 things about myself: 

I am hopeless at using bobbypins in my hair, I just create a huge 'birdnest' 
I would love to visit New York and Paris someday soon
I am a complete 'animal' person, and even considered being a veterinarian
I love to read
I am a complete shopaholic (whoops)
I love to cook
I am a chocoholic through and through (What girl isn't? :D )

10 Lovely blogs: 


Have a lovely day everyone!!:)Xx

Monday, March 12, 2012

New In :)

Dog printed Knit- Mr.Price 
 So winter is just around the corner, and I suddenly find myself 'oohing' and 'aahing' over all the gorgeous knits that are starting to show their pretty faces in stores. For me there is nothing nicer than a chunky, comfortable knit for those freezing days! I have to admit, I do struggle to choose one, there are just so many- I kind of want them all hehe:) I'm also starting to notice that 'animal' print, as in 'animals printed' are very popular lately, and I couldn't help myself when I spotted the lovely one in the above picture- the dog is just too adorable and I love the burgundy! I also wanted to say a huge thank you for all your really lovely comments on my last post!! 
 Black and White knitted jerseys- Zara
 White cable knit- Cotton On
 Woolen jacket- Mango 
So this jacket and the GORGEOUS shoes below, were part of my birthday gifts- I'm in love with both. The jacket is the perfect addition for a winter wardrobe, not to mention so lovely and warm. And the boots- well, I can't find enough words to describe how beautiful they are. The colour is just so beautiful in reality. They almost have a distressed feel to them, yet still manage to look utterly beautiful!:)

 Boots- Isabel Marant 
Clutch- Mr.Price
I love the brilliant blue colour of this clutch, it's so bold and perfect for that 'statement' finish to an outfit! 
 Gold Collar & Cross bracelet- Sass Diva/ Turquoise bracelet- Mr.Price

Have an amazing week everyone!