Hello from 23 weeks! I'm finding it hard to grasp that I'm now about five full months into this pregnancy. After spending the first half of it wishing the weeks would go by faster, now that we're here I feel both nervous for the big changes ahead and also a bit sad that, very soon, it'll no longer be just Brian and I. The hormones probably play a big part in this, but everyday has definitely been a mixed bag of emotions these days. I've also begun to feel a little more at home in this rapidly …
Mother’s Day: A Few Thoughts
As I prepare to become a mother in a few short months, I'm both excited and anxious about how my identity is going to inevitably shift. Will I be able to continue pursuing my career? And what about hobbies, self-care, my husband, my friends? Don't get me wrong: I'm planning on diving fully into this new role and committing to giving my child everything I have. That being said, I also don't want motherhood to consume me and become my entire life. While I hope that, one day, my grown child(ren) …
Everyday Casual (And an Everlane Day Glove Review)
When I initially thought about the prospect of having a child, one thing that crossed my mind is that it'd likely mean a need to adapt my wardrobe into something a little more practical. That being said, I certainly didn't expect it to happen so quickly. As mentioned in my previous post, I grew out of my pre-pregnancy pants pretty much immediately after I found out we were expecting, so it's been an interesting sartorial journey lately to say the least. And, since I'm aware that my body will …
A New Chapter
It's been getting harder and harder to hide, so I thought it was high time to give you guys a bit of a life update: Brian and I are expecting our first baby! I'm now about 16 weeks along, and to tell you the truth it still feels surreal most of the time. Although I've always wanted to be a mom, being pregnant is so different from what I expected. At the heart of it, I've never felt more out of control of my body or more in awe of it at the same time, and I'm starting to experience just what a …
LA: Shops, Sights, Eats, + Carry-on Essentials
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 …
Life Lately
Well, hello there - It's definitely been much longer than I intended since my last update. I miss shooting, writing, and content creating a lot, but between working full time, exercising, a bit of socializing and general adult responsibilities, I've honestly found it all too easy to put this little corner of the internet on the back burner. I definitely miss being more active here and interacting with you... so if you have good time management tips please share them with me; I'd love to hear …