Bow Shift Dress

Dress c/o // Purse // Similar Shoes // Statement Bracelet // Similar Bow Bracelet // Statement Earrings

This dress has become a go-to for me for this summer. I love the loose fit - I can feel comfortable and work appropriate. What sold me on the dress though, of course, was the tiny bow detailing at the chest. It adds a touch of femininity and interest to a basic shift silhouette.

This dress is also great because while it works for the summer, I also plan to wear it to work this fall with opaque black tights and ankle booties. This is the definition of an all season item in my books!

In other news, I've got an awesome giveaway going on on my instagram right now! I generally *hate* "loop" giveaways, but this is just me & 9 blogger friends so it's much less work to enter. I hope you like it... I am personally obsessed with the wallet we are giving away!

linking up with: let it shine // shoe & tell // on trend tuesdays // garay treasures // Confident Twosday // style swap tuesdays // tuesday fashion party // trendy wednesday
   

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A Day at the Races

Dress - Also similar: here // Hat c/o // Heels // Bracelet // Lipstick

I wore this outfit this past weekend for the Deighton Cup - an annual horse racing event here in Vancouver. I was really excited to finally have an opportunity to wear this Kate Spade dress I got a few months back. The mint color is even prettier in person! I think it would be a perfect dress for a fancy brunch or bridal shower.

I decided to add this gorgeous hat by MARIA CURCIC MILLINERY to the outfit because, honestly, how many occasions do you have to get dress up and wear a hat!? I loved getting to wear it! One thing that is really cool about MARIA CURCIC MILLINERY is that they have a hat rental program so that (if you are local) you can rent hats for events instead of buying. Such a great way to accessorize for a fancy event without a commitment. 

This week has been a whirlwind so far! Monday & Tuesday I was on vacation with my best friend and goddaughters (follow my twitter to see some hilarious fashion related tweets courtesy of my 7 year old god daughter!! haha) and so Wednesday & Thursday were nuts at work. Today should be equally crazy, but, at least it's a Friday! Plus we are FINALLY getting some sunshine & summer weather here in Vancouver!

linking up with: fab favorites // fabulous friday // flashback fashion friday // friday favorites 

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Brunch Uniform

Shirt: H&M with a Glitter and Juls Shop Decal

Jeans: Old Navy "Rockstar" Skinny jeans

Necklace: Aldo

Rings: Aldo

Ankle Boots: Sole Society

I don't know if it's just me but I need a reminder of brunch, and mimosas, and coffee, and friends on a chilly Monday morning. So, here you have it; my weekend brunch 'uniform'. I want to be cozy, but still chic for a weekend brunch and a graphic tee with my comfiest jeans and a statement necklace is definitely the way to do it. 

I adore this t-shirt - coffee is pretty much the sole reason behind my functionality - so this is definitely an awesome slogan in my books (... and apparently warrants me making my "i-am-so-overexcited-and-such-a-dork" face, as you can see in the last picture! haha) 

I had such an amazing weekend in Northern BC with my sister and adorable niece and nephew. I wish they lived closer so I could see them more often! Hope you all had a great weekend too!

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