June 2012
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Salmon and MIB3
On Sat night I met a friend for dinner and movie (ie. the title) and this is what I wore. Boring but practical. It kept me warm in the over-air conditioned restaurant and theater (a HUGE pet peeve of mine!)
Blouse: J.Crew Elodie Silk Blouse (similar) Sweater: Bootlegger {old!} (similar) Pants: Jacob {also old!} (similar) Scarf: Banana Republic {last summer} (similar from ASOS)...
May 2012
18 posts
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Easy peach birds
I have had a headache since Monday. I am not sure if the change of pressure is affecting me, or if I am just getting a cold. Either way, when I was trying to dress myself on Tuesday - half asleep, with a lovely headache - I went for a simple, no-thinking-required look. One piece of clothing, one accessory and some trusty heels (that I later swapped out for my Calvin Klein Ria loafers).
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Quick
Top: BB Dakota ‘Bridget” blouse {bought through Hautelook} (similar) Shorts: H&M {last summer} (similar) Bracelets: Amrita Singh ‘Allie’ Bracelet set {only about half the stack, bought via Beyond the Rack} Necklace: Amrita Singh (similar) Sunglasses: Armani Exchange {found at Shoppers Drug Mart} (similar AX glasses) Clutch: Josette Cacnio (similar) Shoes: ...
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Wishing it was a long weekend
Happy Memorial Day Weekend to all my readers in the US! I am not-so-secretly jealous that you get today off (even though last Monday was Victoria Day here in Canada). Regardless, 3-day weekends are amazing. They should be the norm.
Tank: Club Monaco {~2 years old} (similar) Linen Pants: Victoria’s Secret Bracelet: Cassis (similar) Sunglasses: drugstore wayfarer-like find ...
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Night Course
On Wednesday night I took a 4-hour course on general dog grooming. I learned how to clean Scooter’s ears properly and about more effective brushing techniques (among other things). However, the biggest surprise of the night was the lesson on anal gland expression (um, what????). I have to plead complete ignorance and admit I never knew there was such a thing as anal glands, let alone...
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Summer Casual
Dress: Banana Republic {last summer} (similar) Scarf: Winners (similar) Hat: Pamoa {Hautelook} (similar) Necklace: Amrita Singh {purchased via eaither Beyond the Rack or Hautelook…I forget} (similar) Bracelet: Amrita Singh {actually my braided necklace wrapped multiple times around my wrist} (similar) Bag: Pour la Victoire ‘Haven’ {bought through MYHABIT} ...
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Thrifted Vintage
Dress: Vintage, thrifted {tags were cut off} (similar) Belt: Winners Bracelet: Lulu’s (similar) Sunglasses: Armani Exchange (similar AX model) Purse: Thrifted (similar) Shoes: Pour la Victoire ‘Vanna’ Sandals {I have a not-so-secret love affair with these sandals!) (also available here for those in the UK)
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Long Weekend!
Dress: Banana Republic {last summer - it took me a long time to find a white summer dress that I liked. My only criticism is the length - I wish it was an inch or two longer…} (similar Gap version, or similar Marc Jacobs option) Blazer: H&M (similar) Belt: Winners Bracelet: Mexx {ages ago} Ring: Amrita Singh Viola Ring Sunglasses: Random drugstore find Purse: Vintage ...
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Almost the long weekend...
Happy long weekend Friday! I am itching for my 3 days off - now only one 8-hour workday away. Kevin and I don’t have much planned. Just some projects around the house and a few rounds of golf :)
Dress: H&M {last year} (similar, or also here) Sweater: Bootlegger {old!} (similar) Scarf: Banana Republic (similar) Bracelet: Cassis {closed all their stores earlier this...
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Flamingo
Interested in some satire about ridiculous fashion blogger poses? Check out this post and its follow-up on the Not So Lonely Londoners site. You can see a my rendition of the flamingo below :) I re-tweeted the links on the weekend, but since it gave me a few laughs, I thought I would bring it up again today in the wake of some ridiculous posing (although most of those pics were deleted…)
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Breaking out the linen
Top: Mexx {ages ago} (similar) Pants: J.Crew Paley Crop Pant (or similar) Bracelet: Lulu’s (similar) Sunglasses: Armani Exchange {bought at Shopper’s} (similar style) Purse: Pour la Victoire ‘Haven’ {bought through MYHABIT} (similar) Shoes: Pour la Victoire ‘Vanna’ Sandals (also available here) {bought through Hautelook}
Happy Mother's Day
image via Pinterest
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Warm
Happy Saturday. I wore this outfit this morning while running errands (ie. doing groceries, picking up Mother’s Day flowers, and visiting my grandma).
I really like these shoes, however part of me feels they are a little heavy for this outfit. Thoughts? Perhaps I should have worn my espadrilles as per this post.
On an unrelated note, I just noticed that this is my 201st post. Crazy. ...
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Simple Susan
A simple look for some quick errands. Is it weird that I actually like the garage door backdrop?
Silk Blouse: Velvet Heart {bought via Hautelook} (similar VS option, or J.Crew option) Cords: Joe Fresh {way too short on me to ever wear as pants} (similar) Bracelet: Cassis {so sad they closed all their stores} (similar) Bag: La Victoire Haven {bought through MYHABIT} (similar) Shoes: ...
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Can't teach an old dog new tricks?
I decided to start this post with a detail shot - hopefully it softens the visual insult of more overexposed outfit photos. Apparently I just don’t learn.
Blouse: Moon (@ The Bay) (or similar) Pants: J.Crew Cafe Capri (or similar) {yes, I have them in 3 colours - love love love} Necklace: Amrita Singh (similar) Bracelet: Lulu’s (similar) Glassed: Armani Exchange...
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Hair
I finally got around to digging up some hair tutorials:
Normally I just do some variation of the Gibson Tuck (just learned the name!). Check out this tutorial. For variation, I move around the ponytail location, how much I pull out the elastic, whether I incorporate my bangs, etc.
While I haven’t made a big poofy bun recently (b/c of lazyness mostly), it was one of my favorite...
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After the rain
In between rain storms I went to visit a friend. Smartest colour decision ever, given the weather? No. But fortunately I didn’t end up getting stuck in the rain. It could have been bad.
Lace Top: Moon (bought at The Bay) (or similar) Jeans: London Jean, Victoria’s Secret (similar) Necklaces: both Amrita Singh (similar and similar) Bracelet: Lulu’s (similar) Glasses: ...
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...and the rest
The rest of my post - as promised.
Today was a loooong day at work. And unfortunately long days generally lead to junk food consumption (ie. I totally fell off the “eat clean” bandwagon). Now, at 8:30 pm, I feel like ass and I have no one to blame but myself.
Blouse: Winners (similar) Pants: J.Crew Cafe Capri Bracelet: Lulu’s (similar) Rings: Amrita Singh...
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Quick
I managed to snap a few outfit pics before work today. The rest of the post will be put up tonight (when I have more time!)
April 2012
17 posts
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More Navy on Navy
I occasionally fall into a style traps - sometimes I do my hair the same way for a few days straight, or wear iterations of the same outfit. Today for instance was yet another navy-on-navy day. Perhaps I am just a creature of habit…
Blouse: J.Crew (similar) Pants: Gap True Straight Pants Necklace: Amrita Singh (similar) Sunglasses: Armani Exchange (similar) Clutch: Vieta...
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Mostly blue
I have a slight post backlog at the moment. These photos are still from Saturday - my last post was what I wore during the day, and this post is what I wore out to a casual dinner with Kevin’s parents on Sat night (note the same hair style).
Blouse: Banana Republic Silk Blouse Jeans: Banana Republic Sailor Wide Leg Jeans Necklaces: RW & Co. (similar), Z Designs Bracelet: I...
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The rest
Here’s the other pic I promised (a day late - I know…)
Blazer: Banana Republic Sweater: Romeo & Juliet Couture (similar) Pants: Joe Fresh cords (similar) Bracelet: Cassis (similar). I just found out Cassis closed all their stores in Canada. Sad. Scarf: Banana Republic (similar) Bag: Tommy Hilfiger (similar) Shoes: Nine West ‘Jaxson’ (or also here)
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Lighter
Photos are back. Thank goodness. I had a mini panic attack yesterday when I realized what had happened.
These photos are from the weekend. Unfortunately the rest of the weekend wasn’t quite so sunny - literally and figuratively. The weather was miserable on Saturday, and I caught Kevin’s cold on Sunday. I can’t believe I am sick again! This is my 4th cold this year. ...
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Sorry!
Sorry for the small technical issue (no photos - embarrassing!). Everything should be back to normal tomorrow.
In the interim, you can check out a few of my outfits (and other non-blog content like recipes, hairstyles, etc) on my Pinterest page.
Laura
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Colourblocking Stripes
More stripes :)
Last week I posted a clean eating, no preservatives and no processed foods challenge. The goal was to eliminate these foods from my diet for a week. I am happy to report back that I stuck to the diet, for the most part. Unfortunately, I have a weakness for chocolate and candy, so I will admit that I snuck a few treats from the candy jar here and there. Either way, I am still...
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Stripes Challenge
Jessica from What I Wore is running a stripes style challenge. This is one of the outfits I plan on submitting (that is, if I get my act together…).
Last night, Kevin and I went to watch the Ottawa Senator’s defeat the New York Rangers in overtime! Go Sens Go! We didn’t get home until close to 2 am. Fortunately I booked today off - I would have been a useless employee...
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Insight
Often my outfit photos make me question an element or two (or many) of my outfits. Case and point - the length of these supposed capri pants. They are just a touch to long in my opinion. I will probably hem them…eventually…
Kevin and I took Scooter on a mini road trip to Kingston this weekend to visit family. On Saturday I went to the Adidas Outlet store and managed to score 4...
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Saturday with Scoots
A little bit of a different type of outfit post today. This is Scooter and I pre-run.
Jacket: Nike (similar/newer model) T-shirt: Under Armour Running tights: Winners (similar) Shoes: Asics (similar/more recent model)
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Feeling green?
1. Hive & Honey Tulip Hem Maxi Dress, $69 2. Tibi Draped Shift Dress, $450 (expensive but gorgeous!) 3. Parker Surplice Neck Blouse, $187
4. Elliott Lucca 3 Way Demi Bag, $78 5. Lela Rose for Payless Clarendon Wedge, $39.99 6. Banana Republic Hilside Bags Clutch, $32
7. Geranium Hey Jade Necklace, $44.99 (no longer available - similar) 8. ASOS PAPARAZZI Leather Court Shoes With Metal...
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More Easter Weekend
I was really excited about my thrifted pastel floral blouse (very spring-appropriate!) but unfortunately I messed up these photos (again) so it is hard to see the details.
Blouse: Thrifted (similar) Coat: Banana Republic Factory (similar) Pants: Victoria Secret (similar) Bracelets: Mexx, unknown Earrings: Expression (at The Bay) (similar) Clutch: Vieta (similar) Sandals: Pour la...
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Easter Weekend
I hope everyone enjoyed the Easter weekend. Today I am back to work (and naturally incredibly jealous of everyone who has today off!).
Yesterday I stumbled across the 1 Week 1 Goal challenge and figured it was a great way to kick-start my commitment to clean eating (something I have been wanting to do for a while)! For those that are interested, you can read more about clean eating here and...
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Nothing special
I haven`t really been too wordy recently. Hopefully I will get back to posting more written content soon.
Today`s outfit is more-or-less my standard go-to uniform - a blazer, skinny pants, and flats. Nothing too special.
Jacket: Banana Republic (similar) Silk Blouse: Banana Republic Silk Crepe de Chine blouse Silk Tank: Club Monaco (similar) Pants: H&M Necklace: Ricki`s...
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Floral and Orange
Blouse: Banana Republic (or similar) Skirt: (actually a dress) Cassis (similar) Belt: Winners Necklace: Rickis (similar) Bracelets: Cassis, gift Clutch: Vieta (similar) Shoes: Rock & Republic Nika heels (similar)
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Sunny Saturday
Blazer: Dynamite (only $10 last fall!) (similar here and here) Blouse: Yves St. Laurent, Thrifted (similar) Jeans: Yoga Jeans by Second Denim (similar) Scarf: Zellers (similar) Necklace: Amrita Singh (similar) Bracelets: Amrita Singh Clutch: Vieta (very similar) Shoes: Calvin Klein `Sandrie`Loafer
March 2012
22 posts
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Bright and dull
Blazer: H&M [similar] Blouse: Banana Republic silk crepe de chine blouse Sequin tank: J.Crew [similar] Pants: Gap [similar] Bag: No brand, from a local home decorating store Shoes: Michael Kors [similar]
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Scooter
Last week Kevin and I adopted Scooter - a 1.5 year old lab/collie mix from our local SPCA shelter. While he is still adjusting to his new life and learning the rules of the house we hope he is happy to have a new home. We can tell his last owners taught him some of the fundamentals - he can sit, shake-a-paw, and will sometimes come when called. He’s housebroken (although he has peed in...
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Cold and windy - welcome back March
Last week was a busy week. In addition to enjoying the gorgeous unseasonably warm weather (hello shorts and golfing!), Kevin and I adopted a dog from the SPCA. Scooter is a 1.5 year old lab/collie mix who seems to like his new home :) This week we have our first obedience lesson. Should be interesting!
Sweater: Banana Republic [similar] Pants: Gap Scarf: Zellers [similar]...
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Mixing
T-shirt: Banana Republic (last summer) Skirt: Old Navy (last summer - actually a empire-waist maxi dress. Still haven’t formally altered the dress, so I am still tucking the top portion into the empire waist, which I then move down to my real waist, giving me the extra length I need in a skirt - last seen here) [similar] Necklace: Z Designs Bracelet: Cassis [similar] Purse: ...
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Overexposed...again
Blouse: Old Navy (last year) [similar] Leather Skirt: Thrifted [similar] Necklace: Z Designs Bracelets: Cassis, Mexx, Ricki’s Sunglasses: Armani Exchange [similar] Clutch: Josette Cacnio Shoes: Matiko ‘Sloan’ Wedges [also available here]
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A quick peek...
Not a lot of time this morning… Full outfit post coming tomorrow instead.
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There is still snow...
We are having an unseasonable warm spell in the Ottawa-area again this week. Even though there is still snow on the ground, it is warm enough to wear shorts (yesterday) and sleeveless tops (today). This is my kind of March weather!
Blouse: T Babaton for Aritzia [similar] Pants: Jacob (old) [similar] Bracelets: Amrita Singh Braided Necklace: Amrita Singh [similar] Purse: Vieta...
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First Day of Spring!
While completely coincidental, it seems somewhat fitting that on the first day of spring (thank you Google for informing me via doodle) I am wearing shorts for the first time this year.
Silk blouse: J.Crew Elodie blouse [similar] Shorts: Old Navy [similar, similar] Necklace: RW & Co. [similar] Cuff: Z Designs (via Beyond the Rack) Sunglasses: Armani Exchange [similar] Purse: ...
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Corporate
Blazer: Aritzia [similar] Blouse: Old Navy [similar] Pants: Jacob (old!) [similar] Necklaces: Amrita Singh (both) [similar leaf, similar braided] Bag: Winners [similar] Shoes: Expression (@ The Bay) [similar]
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Over exposed
My shutter speed/iso/f-stop setup was a little off today. Sorry for assaulting your eyes. I couldn’t fix the colour in Picasa - which leads me to my ongoing debate: should I suck it up and just buy photoshop? Would it help in these situations?
In other news, I am LOVING the weather this week! So warm. So spring-like. It’s love.
Sweater: Banana Republic Factory...
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DIY Spotted Easter Eggs
When we were younger, my brother and I used to love making these spotted Easter eggs. Last weekend I was feeling creative, so I decided to make some spotted eggs to decorate my new house :)
What you need: Eggs Dye (& containers) Spoons Candle (white is best) and matches Baking sheet Paper towel Aluminum foil
Step 1: Hard boil or blow out eggs
Step 2: (once eggs have cooled) light...
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Too short/Too tall
This trench coat reminds me of the love-hate relationship I have with clothes. At 5’10”, I am often “too tall” to shop for regular women’s clothes, but “too short” to shop in the tall women’s stores (case and point, the sleeves on this coat are too long). I know - there are worse problems…
Not sure why I chose a drab, black-on-black...