As we approach the quarter mark of 2013 (already?!), it seems like the perfect time for a little bit of reflection. This year has started off on a wonderful, at times exhausting, sometimes stressful, but truly rewarding note. Between a brand new job that I love, the success of The Style Common, a few amazing blog opportunities, and having a few things going on personally, I have been feeling so blessed, so thankful, so full. Thank you so much for reading my blog and always leaving kind words of …
Archives for March 2013
Between the Lions
Although it's frequently teeming with birds (one of my greatest fears) and the smell of marijuana, I still think that the outside of the Vancouver Art Gallery is one of the prettiest spots to photograph in the city. It's about as grand as architecture gets here, and it also happens to provide the perfect canvas for blog photos. I've been blessed enough to have several of my friends help snap some photos at this spot while spending downtown (see here, here, here) but I think these recent ones by …
Borrowed from the Boys
I'm not quite sure why, but almost everything I've been drawn to sartorially lately has veered toward the masculine side (with a feminine twist). This pinstriped blouse from Joe Fresh is the latest addition: I like how relaxed the fit is and the "borrowed from the boys" vibe it gives off, but the fact that it's made from silk keeps it somewhat feminine. Since the piece itself seems to give the best of both worlds, it only felt right to pair it with equally tomboyish jeans and heavy chains, …
Colour me Happy
Perhaps it's been because of the general lack of sunshine (save for a few days) lately, but I have been especially drawn to all things yellow in the last little while (see here and here). This Joe Fresh shell is the newest addition, and although it's not warm enough to wear on its own yet, I know it's going to be a go-to piece come summertime - I'm already envisioning it with the new camo print shorts I recently bought. What colours have you been loving lately? Wearing: Club Monaco peacoat, …
Closet Creation
Over the past few years, I've become much more interested in building up a wardrobe consisting of quality basics such as silk blouses, wool/cashmere coats, and leather pants, to name a few. I know this isn't exactly groundbreaking news, but this black cashmere turtleneck (also worn here, here & here) has really proven to be one of my best purchases ever and is definitely indispensable in my closet. Making smarter shopping decisions and buying less are steps I'm actively taking to edit my closet …