Laid Back...

How do you know you have nice friends? When you pester them incessantly to take your outfit photos and they don't smack you upside the head. 8am classes, countless deadlines and opposite schedules with Mr. AIF have left me seriously mooching photos off friends these days... Shameful, I know.

Even though I have a million school and work-related things to do this weekend, I plan on making time for a couple holiday lattes, a trip to the Farmer's Market with my love and A LOT of blogging... My to-do list is growing as we speak!

Happy weekending, my sweets... xx

Outfit details: blazer- Forever 21; tank- American Apparel; jeans- Gap; boots- Michael Kors; bag- Shop Mamie; necklace- Forever 21

Lost Summer...

Now that fall is slowly making way to winter, I can't help but reminisce about bare arms, open toed shoes and warm summer nights... These photos were taken in August when, ironically, I was yearning for cozy layers and thick tights. Go figure.

As much as I'm looking forward to the first snowfall and upcoming holiday season, I can't stand the thought of freezing cold weather and the endless heaps of snow that make up six months of the year here in Edmonton... Get ready for some snow-filled outfit shots!

But until then, I'll leave you with these images from a warm summer's night in Victoria... Much better. xx

Outfit details: silk camisole: Gap; sheer maxi- American Apparel; skirt (worn underneath)- BB Dakota; sandals- Tahari; bag- Forever 21; necklace- Little Pancakes; bracelets- Aldo Accessories

The Equestrian...

Is it just me, or does it look like I'm about to go ride a horse or something? Preppy layers and riding boots conspired to create an equestrian look that I was unaware of until I wrote this post... Sneaky sneaky!

Happy weekending, my sweets! xx

Outfit details: blazer- H&M; shirt- American Apparel; blouse- Forever 21; skirt- Sonia Rykiel for H&M; boots- Michael Kors; leather gloves- vintage; jewelry- Forever 21

Mix Master...

Leopard, and stripes, and studs - Oh my! This outfit is pretty much jam-packed with print and texture overload... Too crazy? Perhaps, but I dig it. ;)

Happy Monday, my pretties! xx

Outfit details: striped blazer- H&M; silk leopard top- Joe Fresh; shorts- H&M; turban- American Apparel; bag- Shop Mamie; oxfords- Aldo; necklace- House of Harlow; cuff- Rachel Rachel Roy

To The Maxi...

Last Friday I attended the preview event for Western Canada Fashion Week, and this is what I wore... A simple, sheer back maxi paired with a leopard print tank felt appropriate (read: "fashiony"), while a single pop of colour helped livened things up a bit. My forgotten jewelry is still not here, so once again this Forever 21 necklace made an appearance... Desperate times, right?

The evening was filled with lively conversations, chocolate-covered strawberries, and of course, fashion. To see more, check out this amazing video by my friend Kassandra's uber talented husband... What a guy.

Outfit details: top- Forever 21; sheer maxi- American Apparel; mini (worn underneath)- BB Dakota; wedges- Spring; clutch- thrifted; necklace- Forever 21; ring- H&M

Black Heart...

These photos were taken as part of my pending style portfolio, so you'll be seeing this look again, only with a twist... Stay tuned Wednesday to find out! xx

Outfit details: tank- Gap; sheer maxi- American Apparel; black skirt- BB Dakota; belt- Zara; hat- Forever 21; studded bag- Shop Mamie; sandals- Steve Madden; necklaces- Moon Raven Designs & gifted; bracelets- Aldo Accessories and H&M

Wardrobe Wednesday...

Remember when I went thrifting last week? Well a few of you asked me to show you what I actually bought that day, not just the kooky things I tried on... Ask and you shall receive, my friends!

The first thing is something you've already seen, but probably didn't realize at the time. Figured it out yet? That's right, it's the "80's fuchsia" vest from my last post! I pretty much died when I saw it; the colour is amazing and so is the cut- like one of the Golden Girls (Blanche, of course) went on a safari. Too much detail? Fine, I'll move on...

The second thing I bought was a vintage Coro necklace... Isn't it pretty? I love the red resin leaves and how they look wrapped around the neck. And the best part? This little collectable was only $3.99! Not that I'm bragging or anything ;)

Finally, I left Value Village with a delightfully pleated purple maxi (say that five times fast!), which you'll be seeing more of tomorrow... Get this, I was actually planning on going to American Apparel to get another maxi when I found this one for a fraction of the price ($7.99)! I can officially die a happy girl.

And although I didn't buy these shoes at VV that day, I wanted to show you my latest footwear acquisition nonetheless. I bought these BCBG sandals at Winners, get this, ON SALE! A sale on sale priced merchandise; it doesn't get much better than that. I practically skipped out of the store, that's how happy I was. And in case you were wondering, I scored these bad boys for only $40. Life is good, my friends...

Track Star...

Happy Monday, lovelies! I hope everyone had a nice, relaxing weekend... I know I did!

We decided to go get Eastery cupcakes on Saturday morning, and along the way we noticed this cute little train off the side of the road.... Since our trusty camera was in tow, we figured it would be the perfect place for some outfit pics!

The skirt and top are new purchases that I bought while shopping with Shy and Jenna last week, and believe it or not, this is the first polka dot skirt I've ever owned! I've always wanted one (hello, ultimate basic!), but for whatever reason had never found one I liked before... Thanks Zara! And if you'll kindly direct your eyes to the abalone pendant hanging from my neck, you'll notice my absolutely FAVOURITE new thing!! I've wanted this House of Harlow necklace for, oh I don't know, forever, but finally broke down and got one off Shop Bop a little while ago... A-mazing! It arrived on the last day of classes, which was pretty much the greatest treat ever... My UPS karma has been restored!

Any new purchases you guys wanna tell me about? Let's talk "shop"! xx

Outfit details: top- H&M; skirt- Zara; belt- vintage; turban- American Apparel; booties- Forever 21; necklace- House of Harlow