Ever since Brian and I went to Bali for our honeymoon a few Novembers ago, we made it a goal to travel somewhere warmer each year during the gloomiest months of the winter. With the non-stop Vancouver rain and both of us having some form of seasonal affective disorder, we thought it'd be a great annual excuse to get out of the city and get refreshed while spending quality time together. This past winter we spent five nights in LA, a city that's close enough to not have to take too much time …
Playing with Proportion
As a 5'3 (and a half, on a good day), pear-shaped petite, I've always tended to go by certain rules and guidelines when getting dressed. My goal has often been to wear something that looks flattering and makes me taller and slimmer than I am: always nip in the waist, balance a flowy top with fitted bottoms, and vice versa. In the last year or so, though, I've found myself craving more risks with silhouettes and wanting to try different combinations... especially as my closet itself has leaned …
Commuter
Living in the city, and with just one car between Brian and I, I spend a lot of time commuting to and from work either by foot or by public transit. Over the years I've learned that it's while it's important to be practical, especially during winter, I also want to try to look somewhat presentable when I get to work. In light of that, here are a few tips on what I like to wear to help make sure my commute is as effortless and comfortable as it can be, while still maintaining a level of personal …
A New Year
"Your outfits all look the same", observes my husband as he sees me editing the photos for this post. I'll be the first to admit that just a few years ago, hearing a comment like that would've irked me. I probably would've thought something like, "what does he mean they look the same? Doesn't he see how interesting and unique my style is?!". Fast forward half a decade, and I've almost come to see it as a compliment. What exactly do I mean by that? I guess what I'm saying is that as I've …
Natural Beauty Favourites
As someone who grew up with a mother whose beauty regimen consisted solely of moisturizer, cold cream, and a little bit of blush, I wouldn't exactly say that I was exposed to skincare and make up at an early age. When I got into my teenage years and early twenties, I began experimenting - mostly with make up - but not really caring about the consequences of what I was putting on and in my body. Nowadays, I prefer to focus on skincare as opposed to make up, and I've come to see it as a small …