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The Perfect Summer Dress


Dress c/o // Shoes // Handbag (under $25!) // Hat // Celine Sunglasses Dupes (under $20!): here & here // Necklace c/o // Lipstick (in "JuJu")

This may just be the perfect dress. A crisp white shirt dress is such a versatile piece. You can style it for the office or, as I did here, for a more casual weekend look. This particular dress is great for a number of reasons: 

1) It has pockets (If you saw my facebook yesterday, you 
    understand my love of pockets haha);
2) It has hidden buttons between each button on the chest
    (in other words, the dreaded 'gapping' is not a problem) and;
3) The length. This dress is cut just long enough to be work
    day appropriate (score!)


I also have to share my excitement over these Celine dupes. The Celine "baby audrey" sunglasses have been the "it" item all summer. Finding affordable look-a-likes was thus hugely exciting for me.

I hope you all had an amazing weekend (and to my American readers - Happy Independence Day!). I am so happy to finally be celebrating summer here in Vancouver. I am back at work today, but am already planning a beach bbq for after work this week. Bring on the sun, sand, and ice cold drinks!

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Wednesday Wants: Spring Handbags








I have a lot, and I mean a lot, of black handbags. Doing some spring cleaning this weekend I realized that almost every bag I own is black. I realized, therefore, that this season I really need to get a few good spring and summer handbags. 

There are so many gorgeous options for spring bags- and the above are my favourites. The best part is that all but two of these bags are under $100! I think I'll be getting the Kate Spade ice cream bag and the gold chain cross body. Which bag is your favourite? Any spring handbags you love that I should be adding to this list!?

It may be Wednesday already, but I am still recovering from an insanely busy weekend (I need to catch up on sleep!). I did some shopping this weekend and finally picked up these sandals that I have been swooning over for weeks!

Have a great day everyone. See you back here on Friday for a really unique (and totally fun to shoot) outfit post! 

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Currently Shopping & a GIVEAWAY!

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Happy Monday readers! I am doing something a bit different for today's post. One of the things I struggle with is bringing you outfit posts while the items in the post are brand new and in stock. To address this challenge, I came up with the idea of doing a "currently shopping" post. This post shows you my dressing room pics (by store) of the items I am currently buying/wanting. Enjoy them, and let me know in the comments what you think of this post and what look is your favourite!

Be sure to get to the end of this post for an exciting GIVEAWAY!


STORE ONE: EXPRESS

Look 1:

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I am LOVING this outfit for fall. The cardigan was so comfortable and I NEED to buy these black ankle boots. Black ankle boots are a fall staple and these were both affordable, comfortable and had that "little extra" in terms of detailing that really make them pop.

Look 2: 
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 Top
This shirt is, in my mind, the PERFECT shirt. It's great to wear to work, but it is just as great for after work drinks. I love that you can unzip the zipper (by any amount you want) and I love the black detailing against the cream. These pants are also GREAT- and you KNOW I am a huge "work pants snob". Work pants are my jam. I love the ankle cut of these pants, and how perfect that is for fall boots.

Look 3:
This is such a cute t-shirt to round out your summer! The interesting pattern (and how it comes further up the back than the front) is such a stand out look. This works great for now with jean shorts or transitioning into fall with leggings, like I've done here. 

STORE 2: KATE SPADE

Look 1:
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                                          Dress
I can't find this dress in this gorgeous mint colour online, but it was in my local Kate Spade store. Such a well made dress! 
Look 2: 
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I can't even handle the happiness level that is associated with this many flamingos. I am in love with this dress. 

STORE 3: FOREVER 21


Look 1:
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Hat 
I think this is going to be my fall uniform this year- loose dress, ankle boots, hat. I bought these boots immediately - they are the best flat ankle boots I've seen in stores yet! 

Look 2:


I love the "faux layer" trend. It's a great way to have that look without actually adding bulk. I LOVED the exposed plaid layer on this sweatshirt, I found the fit a bit too boxy though so I didn't end up getting it. I'd say try this one on in store before buying to make sure you are okay with the fit! 

STORE 4: J CREW

Look 1: 
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This gorgeous summer shirt is on sale right now! The detailing is so intricate and it pairs well with white denim for summer or jeans and a navy cardigan in the fall. 

Look 2:
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T-Shirt 

 I've been looking for a camel blazer to add to my fall wardrobe. This one is very structured and a heavy material. I think it would be great for colder months. Also this tee is a great staple. It comes in a bunch of colors, but this olive is definitely my pick for fall.  

GIVEAWAY:
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One lucky winner will be selected to win a pair of glasses or sunglasses (any pair of their choosing!) from Polette Eyewear! You may remember my post obsessing over their "E-Polette" line here or my favourite sunglasses of theirs, shown in this post. I truly love both the quality and affordable prices of their products!

To enter, simply complete the  4 entries in the Rafflecopter box below. There is also one "bonus" entry. This giveaway is open to
residents of the U.S. & Canada. Entries will be checked for winner verification. The winner will be e-mailed when the giveaway is over and will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. The contest will run until next Monday August 10th at midnight. Thank you so much for participating and good luck! 
 
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