One of my favourite ways to spend an afternoon is to work, read, or catch up with a friend at a coffee shop. When it comes to the downtown core in Vancouver, Giovane Cafe the perfect spot for all three of those things (and more – they’ve also got Italian food, magazines, and lots of candy!). Located in The Fairmont Pacific Rim, it’s an optimal spot for people watching and is also definitely an indulgent treat to eat there. And […]
Archives for March 2014
Dressed
Finding a good dress can be a frustrating experience: I often seemingly try on dozens before finding the perfect one for a given occasion. Sometimes, though, you come across a garment that you put on and instantaneously feel good in… and this Obakki dress, with all of its suede and sequin intricacies, was definitely one of those pieces. I received it at the end of last year and, after wearing it for a holiday event, thought it would sit at […]
Signature Hue
In the process of developing one’s style, an integral aspect is figuring you what colours look best on you – you know, that shade that lights up your complexion, pulls you together, and really just simply makes you shine a little bit brighter. Cobalt blue has always been one of my favourites, precisely for those reasons listed above, making this ultra comfy silk shirt dress a no brainer. Have you “discovered” your signature hue? What’s your favourite colour to wear? […]
La Taqueria
Soft tortillas. Juicy meat. Messy, flavourful, eat-with-your-hands goodness. If there’s one food I have a weakness for, it’s got to be tacos (okay, and sushi). I first tried one of these marvelous creations on the streets of Mexico in 2006, but had largely forgotten about their deliciousness since (I’d also assumed that I would never find anything as good on this side of the border). However, this love has been rekindled in full recently… and it’s all thanks to La Taqueria. These […]
Anorak
In a perpetually wet city like Vancouver, a good anorak is the everyday girl’s best friend. While extremely practical, though, let’s face it: there doesn’t really seem to be a great variety of styles available on the market. That’s probably why this one immediately caught my eye with its slightly different, flattering details (hello, cinched in waist and oversized lapel!). It also has one of those slightly cheesy hidden hoods zipped into the collar, which is sort of reminiscent of my childhood […]