Embracing Colour. How to Wear Orange This Spring.
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There’s nothing fresher than bold pop of colour for spring. With sunnier days, warm weather, and flowers blooming, adding just one piece of colour to your outfit can instantly shift your mood and brighten your spirits.
I recently got a vintage Evelyne PM bag in that classic Hermes orange and I've craving all things orange since.
I even ended up getting a vintage Hermes Avalon blanket (from LXRCO.com) to bring some colour to my home.
My secret to tying in colour is the same with my wardrobe and home interiors: keep everything else neutral and focus on one colour to make a statement.
For clothing, you can most certainly get away with just a single accent piece. In the instance of the outfit that I'm wearing here, if I was to wear a white t-shirt with the orange bag, or, the orange knit vest and a tan-coloured bag, the outfit would still work well.
However, I find the two orange pieces styled together (bag and knit) elevates the outfit so much more.
With home decor, I prefer to add a couple of accents to tie everything together. An orange blanket with some bright orange ranunculus flowers in a statement Anissa Kermiche boob vase.
Again the rest of the decor is neutral and so the colour stands out in the space while staying sophisticated.
I find playing around with colour to be the simplest way to change up my wardrobe and my home without the commitment.
What’s your go-to colour for spring?
My secret to tying in colour is the same with my wardrobe and home interiors: keep everything else neutral and focus on one colour to make a statement.
A few of my favourite things - these two Anissa Kermiche vases are more like pieces of art in my eyes. Here I’ve styled them with my favourite coffee table books and a sandalwood scented candle from YSL.
Vintage Hermes Avalon blanket from LXRCO.com. Save 20% off with code “NATHALIEM20”. (Does not apply on Hermès Birkin, Chanel, and Home Goods. 1 per customer.)
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Street Style photos by Geoff Martin. Interior photos by Nathalie Martin.
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4 Fabulous Trench Coats Under $120
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Last week on my Instagram, @_nathaliemartin, I asked for suggestions on cheap and cheerful trench coats. While I’m looking for a good piece that will last a few years, I’m not quite ready to invest in a designer piece so I gave myself a budget of about $100.
After searching online I kept going back to the coats on H&M. The price point is spot on and the cuts look perfect for spring - classic with a contemporary twist.
Eventually, I settled on the oversized trench for the simple fact that it goes past the knees and looks like some cool, oversized piece that might have come from the Olsen twins' closet.
It’s also made with 100% recycled polyester fabric which makes me feel good about going with a sustainable piece.
Finally, at $119 (CAD) the coat was just a bit out of my set budget, but I happened to have a coupon for 20% off after H&M had messed up a previous order.
SHOPPING TIP: H&M usually has sales on the weekends so look out for them if you want to save anywhere from 10-20% off.
At the end of the day, the waiting game paid off. I got a fabulous trench within my budget and I’m very excited about wearing it this spring.
Keep reading if you want to see the top contenders for affordable trench coats.
Luxury Trench Coats
Oversized Trench, $119.99, H&M
Double Breasted Trench Coat, H&M $99
Lightweight Trench, H&M $59.99
Black Trench Coat, H&M $59.99
SIX OUTFITS TO WEAR WITH YOUR TRENCH COAT
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12 New H&M Pieces To Buy This Spring
With spring finally here, I’ve been thinking of cheap and cheerful ways to update my wardrobe.
Neutrals are always a good idea, as are iconic trench coats and classic white tanks.
Below you’ll find some outfit ideas that I pulled from Instagram.
I’ve also sourced some new H&M spring releases from their website so you can shop the look and get ready for spring.
Happy Shopping!
Oversized Trench, $119.99, H&M
Sleeveless Tshirt, $9.99, H&M
Ribbed Pants, $29.99, H&M
Slip On Sandals $39.99, H&M
Double Breasted Blazer, $34.99, H&M
Wool Blend Coat, $149, H&M
Wide Leg Pants, $49.99, H&M
3 Pair Gold Hoop Earrings, $12.99, H&M
Padded Bikini Top, $19.99, H&M
Wide Leg Black Pants, $34.99, H&M
Black Cardigan, $29.99, H&M
Chunky Dad Sandal, $49.99, H&M
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Treating My Dry Hair with Baobab Essence
This post was sponsored by Pantene.
I’ve always taken good care of my hair, however with fewer trims and dry conditions means my hair has been on the drier side. I’ve started using Pantene’s Baobab-based hair care to whip my dehydrated hair into shape and get it looking soft again.
Also if I’m honest, it’s been months since my last trim and my ends have been looking parched so this is how I’ve been giving my hair an extra bit of TLC.
My goal is to hydrate my dry hair and so I’ve been using Pantene’s Hydrating Glow Shampoo with Baobab Essence. I like it because it’s free of sulfates, parabens, mineral oils, dyes, and fragrance-free. It’s also enriched with Pantene’s iconic blend of pro-vitamin B5, antioxidants, and Baobab Essence and leaves my hair feeling soft and refreshed.
For conditioner, I’ve been using Pantene’s Hydrating Glow Conditioner with Baobab Essence. Similar to the shampoo, the formula is hydrating and vitamin E infused, free of sulfates, parabens, mineral oils, dyes, and it’s also fragrance-free. It keeps the tangles away and hydrates my ends so that my hair looks and feels hydrated and glowy.
Post shower, I’ve been using Pantene’s Thirsty Ends Milk to Water Serum, also from the Hydrating Glow Collection with Baobab Essence.
This milky serum transforms to water and is meant to be used on the ends of the hair to lock in moisture and prevent split ends.
It has long-lasting hydration and can be used on both wet and dry hair to give ends a moisture boost whenever needed.
For my thick, frizz-prone hair, I was happy to see how The Thirsty Ends Milk to Water Serum smoothed out my hair and left it feeling and looking soft and hydrated. I like to use it on my ends whenever they’re looking parched and need a hydration boost.
So by now, you’re wondering what exactly is baobab if you haven’t already heard of it.
WHAT EXACTLY IS BAOBAB?
Baobab is a tree native to Tanzania where the climate is extremely dry and arid. It stores water in its massive trunk and produces nutrient-dense fruit. This is pretty amazing considering the climate it lives in, which is why the baobab is also known as “The Tree of Life”.
BENEFITS OF BAOBAB
In skincare and haircare, Baobab is moisturizing, soothing, and hydrates dry hair. It’s also rich in antioxidants, surpassing goji berries and match, and is rich in vitamin E.
PANTENE’S BAOBAB ESSENCE
In their new Baobab Collection, Pantene has created a formula that’s excellent for reviving dehydrated hair and restoring hair’s softness and glow.
The three-piece haircare collection includes the Shampoo, Conditioner, and The Thirsty Ends Milk to Water Serum - a new favourite of mine.
If you're looking for a hydration boost to your dry hair, I’d highly recommend checking out Pantene’s Hydrating Glow Collection with Baobab Essence to convert your dry hair into soft, hydrated locks.
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Hermès Evelyne PM Bag Review feat. LXRandCo
Over the past couple of years, I've moved away from trendier bags and started collecting more of the classics - Loewe, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and now, Hermès.
While I hadn't planned on owning an Hermès for another couple of years, I decided to go for it after coming across the beautiful Hermès Evelyne PM bag at LXRandCo.
I had spent years collecting trendy designer bags only to sell them later, so why not invest in a timeless brand like Hermès?
For those not familiar with LXRandCo, they're a luxury retailer that has an assortment of modern vintage bags and accessories from Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Celine, Chanel, Dior, Givenchy, Goyard, Gucci, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and Saint Laurent to name a few.
Unlike some other online pre-loved retailers that I've shopped from in the past, LXRandCo has an option to filter the location of where your item is coming from. So for example when I was looking at Hermès bags, I set the filter so that I was only looking at items shipping from Canada, which meant I wouldn't have to worry about customs or duties.
After setting the filter Location to Canada, a couple of Evelyne bags popped up on my screen. They had a beautiful white canvas Evelyne available but it was in the GM size which probably would have been too big for my liking.
After careful consideration, I decided on the classic Hermès orange in the PM size. Not only is the PM better suited for my petite frame, but the colour is everything that Hermès dreams are made of.
I've heard so many amazing things about the Hermès Evelyne but it wasn't until I used the bag for the first time that I truly understood it.
While most of the designer bags in my collection score high on design, the Evelyne bag scores 10/10 for design and function. Here's why:
It's lightweight so that you don't have unnecessary extra weight on your shoulder.
The cotton strap is sturdy. Even though it's thicker than the strap on my Loewe Puzzle bag, this one stays on my shoulder and doesn't slide off because it's made of webbed cotton versus leather.
There are no interior or exterior pockets, however, it fits my Louis Vuitton Toiletry 19 pouch perfectly so that I can store small items like lipstick safely in the bag without having to dig around.
The understated design is elegant which makes it truly versatile, and it suits my personal style perfectly. I can see myself wearing this bag all year long through all four seasons.
I've been fortunate in collecting various handbags throughout the years and I'd say that the Hermès Evelyne PM is probably the perfect everyday bag. And in case you're curious, mine is in the Evelyne I PM in Orange, Epsom leather with palladium hardware.
DISCLAIMER: Thank you to LXRandCo for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.
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MARGEILA'S NEW BUBBLE BATH SCENT IS LIKE A VACATION IN A BOTTLE
Maison Margiela’s latest REPLICA scent, Bubble Bath, is out and it’s exactly what we need right now.
Warm and comforting, this scent is reminiscent of Beverly Hills according to the label on the bottle.
Personally, it reminds me of checking into a hotel in West Hollywood and hanging out at the pool. Ordering room service late at night, fries of course, with a side of olives. Watching the LA sun come up at 6 am because I'm still on east coast time.
Bubble Bath takes me back to pre-covid times when I had first launched WoahStyle and when the entire world seemed like it was at my disposal.
Those were magical times.
Smelling Bubble Bath for the first time was unexpected but so good.
Did I smell subtle notes of coconut and musk?
I logged onto the Sephora app and confirmed the notes: Soap Bubble Accord, Rose Superessence, White Musk, and Coconut Milk Accord.
Like all of Margiela's REPLICA scents, this one is unique, with the notes blending into perfect harmony.
Not one note stands out more than the other. The coconut is subtle yet present, as is the floral, and white musk.
It's oddly addictive and I've been reaching for it multiple times a day just to catch another whiff.
Yes, it's that good.
Bubble Bath is a unisex scent and is available as a Sephora exclusive.
DISCLAIMER: Maison Margeila Bubble Bath was provided as a PR sample. All opinions are my own.
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YOUTUBE: LOEWE X MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO BASKET BAG REVEAL
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4 outfit ideas to wear with your basket bag
OUTFIT 1
Sweatpants, Essentials (I’m wearing an XS) https://rstyle.me/+MUCXBi4M44ctn4fRWNf8vw
Sweater, Acne Studios (similar https://rstyle.me/+aioK9_HSdIdIWOGSmiI3wQ)
Sneakers, Saint Laurent https://rstyle.me/+OrE-MZZNcNQitkBIDK9lmw
Long Coat, Zara, similar here t.ly/L6xi
OUTFIT 2
Jeans, Denim Forum (similar here https://rstyle.me/+ch9MDNqyBIzgic3btgrA9w)
White t-shirt, Anine Bing t.ly/8wMQ
Leather jacket, The Kooples
Loafers, Isabel Marant https://rstyle.me/+6xKRVNiCWHfCdYLds0lvHw
OUTFIT 3
Blazer, Zara
White t-shirt, Anine Bing t.ly/8wMQ
Trousers, Saint Laurent, similar https://rstyle.me/+ecFdcXToEHrE791y6hyf9A
Sneakers, New Balance 990 https://rstyle.me/+3pA_bmGe2CsrcRhYZR8Fsw
OUTFIT 4
Shirt, Comme des Garçons https://rstyle.me/+_lyWClCiIZ6CXkGWMGXqMw
Jeans, GRLFRND https://rstyle.me/+ch9MDNqyBIzgic3btgrA9w
Shoes, Balenciaga BB Cosy Slippers (with gold logo here https://rstyle.me/+i22dGafW2RvM4zTH848xEg)
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YOUTUBE: LOUIS VUITTON EMPREINTE BUMBAG, ONE YEAR REVIEW
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Pink Sweatsuit
Bring a bit of color to my loungewear with this pink LPA sweatpant and sweatsuit combo from Revolve.
OUTFIT DETAILS
Sweatshirt & Sweatpants, LPA via REVOLVE.
Coat, Zara.
Bag, Louis Vuitton Empreinte Bumbag.
Boots, Zara.
Beanie, Acne Studios.
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