Wicked Witch of the East and Bowling for Critters

Today was a lovely warm day. So warm I didn't even both wearing a coat.

Blouse: People's Market via ASOS
T-shirt: Old Navy
Skants: Melow par Melissa Bolduc from the Workshop (last worn here)
Tights: Hue
Shoes: Steve Madden (last worn here)

I was a little worried that these tights would be a little too Wicked Witch of the East but what the hell. And low and behold, didn't our server at breakfast say that exact thing to me. Stripey!

Today I spent most of my day doing laundry, cleaning and getting caught up on Boardwalk Empire. Such a good show and such gorgeous clothing.

As promised, here's what I wore to Bowling for Critters last night. It was quite a blast. First they allow dogs to bowl and second, pitchers of beer were only $12.00! Good beer too, not crap beer.

I was definitely overdressed but had lots of fun bowling in this flouncy outfit.

Here are two videos. One of the bowling dogs - oh so cute! - and one of me bowling courtesy of my friend Anita.

Black and red seem to be a theme this weekend.

Keep being awesome

Today I had a little "lie in" and didn't get up until after 11. I love doing that on the weekend. I should clarify that I was up around 6 to feed the monsters but then I went back to bed, slept a little longer, surfed the internet, read a bit, and finally got up when my desire for tea outweighed my need to be in bed.

I got up and went to my usual place for breakfast and then ran a few errands.

Cardigan: Pretty Things Boutique (last worn here)
Dress: anthropologie in Charlotte NC (last worn here)
Tights: ?
Shoes: Fluevog Presence | Impulse (last worn here)

At my breakfast place, I know most of the staff but there was a new young guy there today. I was sitting drinking my tea and he came up to me and said "I love those stockings."  Took me a little by surprise but no biggie.

He came back later and said "like your hair, I like your tattoos, I like everything about you. why don't I know people like you?"

o_O

I was quite flattered but if I'd told the owner she probably wouldn't have tolerated that type of behaviour.

Then when I left he said "keep being awesome!" Welll ok then!

 

Tonight I'm going bowling! It's a charity event for an animal shelter called Bowling for Critters. The let dogs bowl! I'm going to get terribly overdressed and drink in the bowling alley. Should be fun!

Red Blazer

 Red Blazer-Zara/Boyfriend Jeans-Woolworths/Tank Top-Country Road/Boat shoes-Mr.Price/Bag-Givenchy

These boyfriend jeans are so baggy, yet still so comfortable. I love their darker wash, which went perfectly with the shades of navy in the blazer. I also chose to wear my navy boat shoes, to tie the look together! I adore this blazer as well, the colour is stunning and the fit is amazing, not to mention the stud details on the shoulder are just gorgeous :) 

Hope you have an amazing weekend everyone!!

New Romantic looking for the TV sound (switch it off)

My coworker looked at me in this outfit today and said "You aren't as coordinated as you usually are". I was CRUSHED. I CRIED. (ok, not really)

I think I'm totally coordinated and even if I'm not, I'm wearing the prettiest shoes in the entire world.

Blouse: Vero Moda
Skirt: Chalet (last worn here)
Shoes: Nine West (from Coal Miner's Daughter in Toronto)

I saw a photo of these shoes on a blog a few months ago and I pined them into my Pinterest shoe board. Alas, these shoes are from a few seasons ago and not easy to find

A friend of mine let me know that there was a pair of them in a clothing store in Toronto. I talked to the store and they were my size so I bought them and my friend mailed them to me. They arrived yesterday and they are as gorgeous as I envisioned.

Such pretty Maryjane straps. Spectator like toes and pretty floral cutouts. I'm becoming more girly in my 40s than I have been in earlier life and I think I like it.

They are so pretty. So, so pretty. And not entirely uncomfortable.

It's good to have friends in other cities who are fans of shoes. Did I say friends? I meant enablers.

Happy Friday!

Flounce!

This outfit came from the very far recesses of my brain. I haven't worn this skirt in about 3 years because it's a cat hair magnet and it's been hiding in the bottom of my ironing pile but I recently IRONED ALL THE THINGS and rediscovered it. I put it on this morning, added the white skirt underneath, and VOILA! FLOUNCE.

Cardigan: Joe Fresh (worn all the time)
T-shirt: Lilith (last worn here)
Belt: Le Chateau
Skirt: Mexx
Underskirt: Smart Set
Tights: ?
Shoes: Aldo

I don't often wear stilettos, let alone wear stilettos to work, but I thought these looked the best with this outfit.

I went to the SA-LON after work and had my hair coloured and cut. My hair is coloured quite a bit darker than it's natural colour (as you can guess by my eyebrows) so it's a long visit. Luckily they give us wine and there was a dog there tonight. It's always a fun time.

Now I'm off to dinner with some girlfriends....

 .... so I'm going to flounce right outta here. Toodles!

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As of tomorrow, I'm back to being the Acting Director at work. REIGN OF TERROR 2012 continues! BWAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA

Really, I'm not a tyrant or mean or an evil boss. I try to be the boss I want to have.

Jacket: Jennifer Glasgow from The Workshop in Ottawa
Dress: Rosa Icelandic Design from Reykjavik (last worn here)
Tights: Also bought in Reykjavik
Boots: Fluevog Presence | Intuit (last worn here)

This outfit is a little more "boss" like, at least on the top. The bottom is more "party"or "happy fun times".

I undid one of the closures for this photo. Not sure if it was a good idea since this might look a little bit "maternity". 

I'm getting my hair cut tomorrow which is good since I'm giving a presentation on Friday afternoon. I'll be all freshly coiffed and confident. I should probably decide what I'm going to wear for that.

The back has nice detailing too. Jennifer Glasgow is an independent designer from Montreal. I'd never heard of her before I went to The Workshop in Ottawa but since then I've drooled over a number of pieces on her website. Her liberal use of pockets is especially appealing.

All of these back photos make it look like I'm slouching but I can assure you that I'm standing up very straight.

Scallops And Mint

Mint Blouse, Scallop Shorts,Sandals, Leaf Cuff- Mr.Price/Bag- -Louis Vuitton

This outfit is definitely a favourite of mine, I absolutely adore the mint blouse paired with the scalloped shorts! And the sandals look gorgeous with the gold detail. It was such a lovely outfit to wear on a bright sunny day, and so perfect for spring :) This type of outfit is definitely  a new go-to look for me, I just love the look of a blouse paired with shorts! 

Have a wonderful day everyone!!