I feel like I’ve had more than a few conversations lately in which the person I’m talking to is majorly stressed. It makes me sad, because while I understand and agree with the importance of work, I do think there ultimately needs to be joy and balance above that. And although I know there’s much more to it than that, I’ve realized the importance of finding some simple things that can be done to perk up your day at a moment’s notice. For me, that’s a walk in the sun, a coffee and pastry date with a friend, and treating myself to flowers (bonus points if they’re on sale!) at Whole Foods. What are some of the little things that make you happy?
Wearing: Babaton jacket (via Aritzia), YesStyle blouse (c/o), Forever 21 shorts (old), Flashy Era necklace, Artessorio bag, Stuart Weitzman sandals

We’ve been experiencing a heatwave in Vancouver (okay East-Coasters, I know this is relative ;) over the past few weeks, and sleeveless silk blouses have been my best friend. These perfectly breezy pieces are not only comfortable, but they’re polished enough to pull a look together and to wear to work as well. I’ve been living in this particular top – which reminds me a little of men’s striped pajamas – lately… and I love that it’s so soft that I’m tempted to sleep in it, too. Have a great Monday!
Wearing: Club Monaco blouse, Aritzia shorts (last year), MICHAEL Michael Kors bag, Pour La Victoire wedges (on major sale here), Jeweliq necklace (c/o), Nixon watch (on sale)