What to Wear to See a Princess

Similar Dresses: (1), (2), (3) // Similar Coats: (1), (2) // Similar Heels: (1), (2) // Similar Handbag: (1), (2)

If you follow me on instagram, you'll have seen that yesterday the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge arrived in Vancouver as part of their royal trip to B.C. Friends & I went down to the sea wall to see them arrive by float plane. Of course, being a fashion blogger, I had to take the opportunity to wear the most 'royal appropriate' outfit I could think of.

The weather is freezing right now, so I decided to wear m pale pink winter dress coat on top of my cream dress. People tend to shy away from pastels in the fall and winter, but I think that pale pink is an all season color. It works great for fall paired with winter whites and greys. 

While we only got to see Princess Kate & Will for a few minutes, it was truly incredible. Kate is even more gorgeous than I possibly could have imagined, and Will is even funnier (he made a comment about taking selfies!).  

Kate wore a stunning Alexander McQueen red & white dress. The dress is part of their 2017 resort collection - though the actual dress is quite different than what Kate wore as she had a number of alterations done - including adding "dress shirt" style sleeves and lengthening the hem. She accessorized it with bright red pumps and a red clutch.

Below are some photos from the event. The quality is not the greatest, but I just love that I have them! For more photos & videos head on over to my instagram stories - quickly before they expire! 

linking up with: let it shine // #howifall // hello monday // trend spin // style swap // on trend tuesdays // tuesday fashion party // layers & lipstick // spotlight weekly linkup: neutrals

Read more »

Wednesday Wants: Winter "Blues"

Michael Kors Coat // Checked Scarf // OTK Boots // Scallop Clutch // Cashmere Sweater 

Bow Heels // Pale Blue Coat //  Rain Boots // Embellished Flats // Scallop Top // Kendra Scott Earrings 

 
Having seen so much of Pantone's beautiful color of the year lately (Serenity) I have found myself on a bit of a blue kick. I love not only the pale serenity color but also rich royal blues and dark navys as well. This week's wants are therefore all about my "winter blues". 

I am slowly but surely getting through my hectic work week and getting over this cold. Hopefully by Friday I will actually be fully recovered! Make sure to come back here to see Friday's post as I will also be sharing an announcement then!


Linking up with: style me wednesday // oh hey girl // trendy wednesday // color & grace // jersey girl texan heart // spotlight //#wiwt // throwback thursday // thursday fashion files  // what i wore to work

Read more »

Tips for Looking Professional in Your Winter Outerwear (Part 2)

Similar Coat // Tech gloves // Fleece Lined Tights // Heels // Handbag // Similar Earrings, (2) 

This is one of my favorite winter work looks. I love the popped collar - it allows me to throw my hair up in a bun and still look polished! I also cannot imagine heading to work in the winter without my tech gloves. I love being able to be on my phone without having my fingers freeze.

As i mentioned last week, I wanted to share some more tips with you on looking professional in your winter outerwear. If you missed my first post with tips, you can see it here.

More Tips for Professional Looking Winter Outerwear: 

1. If you are wearing a skirt or a dress, go for a longer coat

Where as last week I showed you an outfit featuring suit pants & a shorter peacoat, this week I wanted to show you winter outerwear over a dress. If I am wearing a dress or skirt I always wear a longer coat. This provides both a cleaner aesthetic and it keeps you warmer.

2. Wear Fleece Lined Tights 
When this product was first hitting the market a few years back I bought a pair and they were AWFUL. The fleece was so thick that the tights added some serious thickness to my legs.. not exactly something I wanted! I thus swore off these tights for years. Just recently though, I came across this brand with great reviews. I took the plunge and bought a pair, and now I practically live in these all winter. The fleece is subtle enough that the tights don't look thicker but they are so cozy and do keep you warmer.

3. Wear Tech Gloves 
As I mentioned above, I adore these gloves. We are all way to busy to not be able to be on our phones the entire time we are outside! There are SO many great options for tech gloves right now that I made a widget below of my favorites. Scroll through to see them all!

Linking up with: creative mondays // #howifall // Shoe & tell // let it shine // hello monday // mix it mondays // on trend tuesdays // style sessions // trend spin // tuesday fashion party // the mummy chronicles // thursday fashion files // #wiwt // spotlight of the week  // what i wore to work // flashback fashion friday // casual friday // fabulous friday

Read more »

Winter at Work

Similar Faux Layer Sweater (& a more affordable tan version) // Pants // Similar Boots // Handbag // Necklace c/o (love this one too) // Glasses c/o

I've had this faux layer sweater for years now and it is one of my favorite items (see another way I styled it here). A faux layered sweater keeps you cozy without adding bulk, and is great for a casual (non-suit) office. I paired it with some bright pants to warm up a wintery look.

I also still love my Polette E-glasses. These glasses protect your eyes from computer glare & eye strain. I have been doing a lot of research this week (... and binge watching Gilmore Girls on Netflix in my downtime, haha) so they have been a life saver!

Enjoy your weekend everyone. I am off to candlelight yoga tonight, and a Mexican themed house party on Saturday night. See you back here on Monday for another post!

Follow

Linking up with:  flashback fashion fridays // casual friday // fab favorites // fabulous friday //  favorite fashion friday // friday favorites // forage fashion // weekend blog hop // let it shine // #howifall  // trend spin // spotlight of the week

Read more »

Holiday Office Wear

Blouse // Skirt // Heels // Purse (on CRAZY sale!!) // Necklace // Earrings 

Can you believe it is already the last week of work before Christmas?! I love festive outfits this time of year (as evidence by my instagram lately haha) but it can be hard to do so and still look professional.

This outfit has been my go to this holiday season. I love the red pencil skirt and it's so easy to add a bit of sparkle and get a work appropriate holiday look.

Good luck to everyone in getting through this late week till Christmas! I'm not making it home to Ontario this year (flights were over $1000!) but I am SO lucky to have such great friends that Christmas is still going to be amazing. I'm having two of my closest friends over for Christmas Eve. I'm going to make a proper Christmas dinner (thanks mom for the recipes!) and then we are just going to relax and drink by the fire. Then, Christmas morning I am heading bright & early to my best friend's parents house which is about an hour away. I'll stay up there for a couple days and could not be more excited about it! 

What are your Christmas plans?! 
 
Ps. don't forget to follow along on Facebook & Twitter to see this week's Monday Must Read!

Linking up with: creative mondays // shoe & tell // #howifall // let it shine // beauty by miss l // hello monday  // a lovely little a la mode // sophisticated style // mix it mondays // on trend tuesdays // bloggers who have inspired me // trend spin linkup // style sessions // confident twosday // tuesday fashion party // what i wore // the mummy chronicles // spotlight of the week // thursday fashion files 

 

 

Read more »

Casual Friday & Silver Jeans Giveaway

*Photos: Allyfotografy Media Co.*  

 Similar Cape  // Similar Turtleneck // Jeans c/o // Similar Boots // Similar Handbag (1), (2) // Earrings

I am all about capes right now. The weather in Vancouver is chilly; but not 'need-my-east-coast-winter-parka' kind of chilly, so I find myself reaching for capes quite often. I also love these Silver Jeans. They are my first ever pair from this brand, and I love the high waisted fit! After a long day in Court yesterday, I am very glad to be having a casual friday.

A couple of things to tell you all on this lovely Friday:

1) These photos were taken by the ah-mazing Allyson - a local BC photographer. She is a true beauty (inside & out) and such a local talent! Check her out if you need photos done! Her website again is here.

2) Today's giveaway is a pair (of your choosing) of Silver Jeans!!! The ones I am styling in today's pics are the Suki Skinny jeans. They are a curvy fit (and I love that!) and they run true to size (I'm a 28). Below are some of the other fits I like:

Aiko flares | Aiko skinny | Aiko distressed skinny | Suki Joga

Today's featured blogger is Jena from Spoonful of Faith. Good luck to everyone entering the giveaway!! Have a great weekend and I will see you back here tomorrow for our FINAL giveaway. It's the biggest/best yet- trust me, you don't want to miss it!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Linking up with: the style files // casual friday // fab faves // fabulous friday // flashback fashion fridays // forage fashion // friday favorites // style sessions // style swap  // #wiwt

Read more »

Plaid & Deloom Giveaway

Similar Turtleneck // Skirt // Necklace c/o // Heels // Handbag // Nail Polish

*photography by JayJay Photography*

I have been wearing this skirt a lot lately (see this post). Pairing it with a turtleneck and statement necklace made for a fun work look that was comfortable all day long.This turtleneck is actually a body suit. They are the best thing to wear with pencil skirts - smooth lines and no uncomfortable bunching! I highly recommend body suits.

Today is Day 7 of 12 Days of Giveaways and today we are giving away such a great prize - the below hat & scarf set from Deloom, AND a $50 gift card to Deloom!

I only recently discovered Deloom and I love their store! They have the "Holiday items" category ON. LOCK. Perfect sequin items for your holiday outfits and tons of cozy items that make perfect Christmas gifts! You can see my favourites below. But first, today's featured blogger is Carrie from Curly Crafty Mom. I love all the creative projects she comes up with!

My Favorite things from Deloom:

Scarf & Beanie Gift Set // Lace Trim Knee High Socks // Plaid Scarf & Beanie Gift Set // Sequin Dress // Sequin Skirt

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Linking up with: creative mondays // let it shine // beauty by miss l // #howifall // shoe & tell // hello monday // lovely little a la mode // mix it mondays // sophisticated style // on trend tuesdays // garay treasures // tuesday fashion party // jersey girl texan heart // throwback thursday // spotlight of the week

Read more »