Even though I have a closet full of neutrals, I've always found myself veering toward darker hues. If a piece I'm looking at comes in black and white, I'll almost exclusively choose the former, telling myself that it'll be more versatile, more flattering, and - let's be honest - that I'll be able to keep it unstained. Last year, when we got married, I took it as an opportunity to increase the number of white garments in my closet. However, I knew I wanted pieces that could be kept and worn …
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Blue Jeans
When it comes to what I wear, I am definitely and unapologetically a creature of habit. Once I find a piece I really, really like, I have no qualms about getting it in more than one colour. I've shared about my love for these L'AGENCE jeans in black (here), and how they work so well for my pear-shaped body. Recently, I added them in this light vintage wash as well, and I think I may like these ones even more. It may be hard to believe, but I've actually never owned a pair of blue jeans …
Wheels
Although it often means tight spaces and shared laundry, living in the city certainly has its perks. Since we moved to the heart of Vancouver almost a year ago, I've stopped driving, taken way less transit, and have spent much less time commuting in general... and I'm certain that it's done wonders for my overall well-being. My primary mode of transportation these days is by foot, and I love being able to stay active while I'm going from place to place. The downside to walking, of course, is …
Dressed Down Jumpsuit
Who doesn't love a good jumpsuit? Whether it's a jersey one-piece for the daytime, or a more polished option as a formal frock alternative, there's something about wearing one that just instantly pulls a look together. While I see so many available nowadays, though, I do feel like most choices are either super casual or ultra dressy. That's why I love this one from Club Monaco: I'd originally chose it so that I could wear it on more formal occasions, but I've also found that I love how it looks …
Silk Scarf
At the beginning of this year, I set a sartorial goal to incorporate more interest into my personal style by taking more risks. Since I started streamlining and minimizing my closet, I've been feeling like I haven't been able to have as much fun with how I dress. While I've now built a pretty good collection of pieces I love that are very versatile and easily remix-able, more often than I'd like to admit I feel like I'm wearing the same outfit everyday. I know this isn't exactly a revelation, …
The Best Skinny Jeans
My journey to the perfect pair of classic skinny jeans has been a long and pretty arduous one. I believe it started in the eighth grade, when Miss Sixty's were all the rage and the restricted blood flow through my legs and seriously limited movement were tolerated in the name of fashun. Then came years of pulling up the waistband of my low-rise jeans every time I sat down or stood up, lest I expose my undergarments to the adolescent world. In university, I began to use all of my hard earned cash …
Textured
Nothing at all against long, flowing mermaid hair, but ever since I went shorter late last year, I've been having so much more fun with my locks. I'd grown my hair out for years so it did take some courage to make the cut, but now that I've done it there's been no looking back. I love the way a shorter do adds dimension and interest to a look, and I personally feel much more "myself" with it.. not to mention I now save a ton of time when it comes to washing and drying it! For spring, I …
Tomboy
Except for a short stint in wearing my brother's hand-me-downs (which ended after I was mistaken for a boy multiple times in the fifth grade), I've always tended too prefer a more feminine aesthetic. While I do like a juxtaposition between masculine and feminine, I typically like to have more elements of the latter in my dressing. Lately, I've been drawn toward the ease of more straight cuts and traditionally "tomboy" pieces, but I haven't wanted to abandon the core of my style. Here's how I've …
The Mule
When I was growing up, my mom had a couple of pairs of shoes that bugged me a lot. Although they seemed comfy and easy to slip on and off, I thought they were so awkward-looking, like they were missing the back half (why didn't the shoes cover the heel?!). They were called mules, or slides, and I was thoroughly convinced that they were the ugliest shoes ever. And of course, I told myself I would never be caught dead in footwear that hideous. Flash forward fifteen years, and boy have the …
Top 5: My Most-Worn Wardrobe Workhorses
Over the years, I've become a big believer of wearing the same pieces again and again. I've come to realize that I'm a creature of habit, even when it comes to my wardrobe: once I find something I like that works I'll stick to it loyally, even if it means replacing a piece with a near-identical one once the old one has worn out. And even as I pursue my sartorial goal of re-incorporating more visual interest and personality into my style this year, I would still like to ground my looks with my …