Why Jumpsuits Are THE Item To Have For SS19
WHAT IβM WEARING
JUMPSUIT - Topshop (similar here)
BLAZER - Veronica Beard (sold out, similar here)
BOOTS - Isabel Marant (sold out, similar here)
BAG - Louis Vuitton 19 pouch
SUNGLASSES - Celine geometric aviator glasses
ARM CANDY - Valentino, David Yurman, Larsson & Jennings
As for as easy outfits go, it doesnβt get more chill than the jumpsuit. Itβs an all-in-one, uber chic way to update your wardrobe this season. Best of all, itβs appropriate for pretty much every occasion - from work, to play to evening.
I picked up this off-white long-sleeved belted one from Topshop recently and I love how badass it looks with a pair of studded cowboy boots. To quote my friend Michael, βyou look like a fashion editor.β This is why I love him. He just gets me. LOL.
But honestly, give jumpsuits a try if you havenβt already. Did I mention theyβre also appropriate for all ages? Come on now, donβt be timid and go try one of these bad boys out for yourself if you want fashion editor vibes.
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Honest Review: Laura Mercier's NEW Flawless Lumière Radiance-Perfecting Foundation
Laura Mercierβs Flawless Fusion foundation is my ride or die. Itβs what I wear to events and in front of the camera and I know it wonβt fail me. When the brand sent me their newest foundation, called the Flawless LumiΓ¨re Radiance-Perfecting Foundation, I was intrigued to see how it would compare to the OG.
Make sure you click on the video above to watch my first impression and to see how it does on my 24 hour wear test. Errrβ¦ wellβ¦ itβs actually more like 12 HOURS of wearing this foundation but you get the gist. ;)
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DISCLAIMER:
Items mentioned in this post have been provided as PR samples and is not sponsored.
All photography, video, and opinions are my own.
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What I Learned from My Instagram Hiatus | Finding My Purpose In Fashion
WHAT IβM WEARING
JACKET | The Kooples Leather Moto Jacket
T-SHIRT | Anine Bing Bolt tee
PANTS | Robert Rodriguez yellow-green plaid pants (sold out, similar here)
BRACELET | Saint Laurent leather cuff (sold out, similar here)
SUNGLASSES | Saint Laurent Bold 2 squared sunglasses
BAG | Saint Laurent small Lou Lou Bowling Bag (sold out, similar here)
SHOES | 3.1 Phillip Lim patent leather ankle boots ((sold out, similar here)
I was thinking back to my early days on Instagram when I started to grow my audience based on my daily #ootd posts. Those looks were honest, I dressed only for myself and I wasnβt concerned about anyone else back then. I had found a global community of like-minded people who were equally as fashion obsessed and it was pretty amazing. I rode that high for a couple of years and then at the peak of my growth I turned my back on IG and declared that the platform was βtoo superficialβ. Itβs like the rosy coloured glasses had be bitch slapped off my face.
I then went through what I call my βdark stageβ. I was confused by how IG was growing and was suddenly way more concerned about keeping on top of trends and trying to appease the algorithm than anything else. I had a hard time stepping in front of the camera (not good when youβre a fashion blogger) and was overwhelmed by putting together a simple outfit.
Even though I was so frustrated with the way things where moving, both in my mind and in the way of IG, I always kept pushing myself. I learned how to evolve my photography, writing, and editing skills. I reconnected with Pinterest (oh how Iβve missed you!), grew my blog, and even gathered enough courage to step in front of the camera and record beauty tutorials on YouTube!!! (This was a big win for me as I overcame one of my deepest fears of speaking in front of the camera and going barefaced. Talk about feeling naked and vulnerable but I set out to kill it!)
I learned to always be true to myself, especially when it comes to fashion because itβs so deeply ingrained in who I am. Thinking back to my childhood itβs all I ever cared about, and so now as an adult, I see this full-fledged fashion obsession of mine as a gift because Iβve turned it into a career - even when everyone around me said Iβd never be able to make money off my passion.
It might sound odd and superficial to some, but for as long as I can remember fashion has been a way that Iβve connected with people. I light up when someone asks me for fashion advice or where I got something. I find it deeply flattering that someone would actually seek my advice, and I love sharing my style/beauty secrets because I think we all deserve to feel good.
My love for style has also landed me a number of jobs, from a retail merchandiser, to a stylist for a prominent Canadian television channel, and eventually entrepreneur. My entire life there were two things I knew for sure, that I had to work in fashion and that I had to work for myself in order to be my most authentic happiest self.
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I no longer seek for inspiration on Instagram becauseI find clutters my creativity. Instead, I turn to Pinterest and good old fashion magazines. Iβm also deeply inspired by men's fashion, Harry Styles and Luka Sabbat in particular. I look at what they wear and I think, βThatβs a fabulous outfit. I have something like that!β Of course, I always put my spin on it because I want to keep my style true to how I am.
As for that dark confusing stage, it was a total blessing because I grew my skills during that time. Iβm not sure I would have gone to that next level had I been riding the Instagram wave and Iβm definitely stronger for it.
My advice to anyone whoβs stuck right now, be proud of who you are. Embrace it and donβt fight it. When you go with the flow instead of against it, good things happen. Show up everyday and be the best version of yourself that you can. Life is short after-all. You can sit around trying to live someone elseβs dream or you can choose to live yours. You deserve to be happy. I know I do.
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Photography by Michael Biro, globalgarcon.net
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This Zara Suit Cost $126 and Looks SO Expensive
WHAT IβM WEARING
BLAZER Zara Gingham blazer, $80
PANTS Zara Gingham pants, $46
BLOUSE Zara satin blouse, $46
GLASSES Bonlook gold aviator frames
SHOES Gucci metallic pink Princetown loafers (sold out colour, similar here)
You all know that Iβm a sucker for a good deal, but Iβm also extremely careful about what I buy. Iβve been searching for the right pink suit for months now, and when I saw this chic gingham one from Zara, I knew that I'd found it.
I styled it with a blush pink satin blouse (also from Zara) to elevate the look and accessorized the look with my bright pink metallic Gucci loafers. (BTW, I bought these a couple of years ago and havenβt seen this colour repeated in their collection since.)
Who knew head to toe pink could look so badass for spring?
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20 Outfits To Try This Spring | PART 2
Your weekly source of outfit inspiration is here with 20 fresh new looks. As always, I sourced everything from Pinterest, my go-to place for inspiration.
This week Iβm feeling neutrals, head to toe white, and suits, suits, suits.
I even just added a new pink gingham suit to my own closet from Zara for a total cost of $126 - for the pant and blazer! I wore it to my bffβs baby shower with a pair of bright pink Gucci loafers and a Zara blouse. Clearly these outfit blogs are helping me get creative with my own looks so I hope they help you too.
Happy Spring!
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Why Leather Continues to Be A Staple In My Closet This Spring
WHAT IβM WEARING
BLAZER - Zara (sold out, similar here)
SWEATSHIRT - Frank & Oak (sold out, similar here)
PANTS - Mackage leather pants
SUNGLASSES - Saint Laurent blue Bold 2 sunglasses
BRACELET - Saint Laurent leather cuff
CLUTCH - Louis Vuitton monogram pocket agenda
SHOES - 3.1 Phillip Lim patent leather ankle boots (sold out, similar here)
The other day I was invited out to dinner with a big cosmetics brand. Normally an evening out requires some thought on my end about what Iβm going to wear and whatβs appropriate but that day I peeked into my closet and saw my black leather Mackage pants and ran with it.
I paired it with a cozy sweatshirt to break up the texture and then topped it off with an oversized blazer from Zara - which happens to be oversized so creates juxtaposition and balance with the skinny cut of the pant.
Thatβs what I love about leather is that itβs edgy, makes an instant statement, and can be dressed up. After all, donβt we all just want to look effortless no matter what the occasion?
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Photography by Michael Biro, globalgarcon.net
20 Outfits Ideas To Try This Spring | PART 1
To say that Iβm a Pinterest addict is a HUGE understatement. Iβm on the platform first thing in the morning and last thing before going to bed. 99% of my outfit ideas come from Pinterest and I realized that I seldom get stuck these days when it comes to putting together a new #ootd.
For this post, Iβve gathered 20 of my favourite inspiration outfits. Hopefully, itβll help with your own planning for the upcoming week so you can move on with your day instead of staring at your clothes wondering, βwhat I am going to wear today?β
Have fun and make sure to follow me on Pinterest!
OUTFIT INSPIRATION TO TRY THIS WEEK
All images above sourced from Pinterest.
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My Go To Colour This Spring
WHAT IβM WEARING
BLAZER - Robert Rodriguez (sold out, similar here)
TOP - 3.1 Phillip Lim (sold out, similar here)
JEANS - Aritzia, Denim Forum Ex Boyfriend jeans
BAG - Saint Laurent wallet on a string crossbody bag (sold out, similar here)
SHOES - Saint Laurent high top canvas sneakers (similar here)
SUNGLASSES - Saint Laurent blue Bold 2 sunglasses
BRACELETS - Saint Laurent leather cuff
Spring is just around the corner and Iβm thinking about adding more colour to wardrobe to shake things up. While Iβm obsessed with (and have always been) with the colour chartreuse, I have to admit that pretty much any colour is welcome in my closet at this point.
The Robert Rodriquez blazer Iβm wearing here is part of a two-piece suit that I got a couple of months ago and I adore how it works as separates. (BTW - itβs now sold out but I have linked many other options in this post.) Itβs even inspired me to get a pink suit next and now Iβm on the serious hunt for one.
Whatβs your favourite colour this spring?
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Photography by Michael Biro, globalgarcon.net
