Archives for September 2017

For the frill of it.

“Probable impossibilities are to be preferred to improbable possibilities.” – Aristotle

Yes, I know it’s technically fall, and yes, I’m wearing a summer dress, but how am I expected to wear cardigans, tights, and boots when the weather is still warm? Plus, now is a great time to shop for summer dresses on sale! I would often find myself only buying clothes appropriate for the current season, until I realized I could save a lot more money by buying at the end of the season in preparation for the next year. When shopping, I think it’s important to keep an open mind. For example, if I’m searching for one particular item, I never find it – it’s like Murphy’s Law for shopping. As long as it fits well and makes you feel good, who cares if what you wear is last season, or like right now, not in season at all!

Dress: WAYF. Shoes: Cole Haan. Bag: Parker (old, similar here, here and here). Earrings: My Beloved Crafts. Bracelet: Stella&Dot. Lips: Tarteist Glossy Lip Paint Plum Berry.

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The belt.

“The most creative people have this childlike facility to play.” – John Cleese

I feel like this crop top has been in frequent rotation all summer long, and I continue to see it as a wardrobe staple as weather cools. In a previous post I paired it with bright red shorts, but today I dressed it up more with suede sandals and a wool hat. Honestly, the only item that is actually new is the skirt. I think mixing a matching the clothing that you already own can be fun and creative, much like creating a capsule collection.

This outfit was perfect for a day strolling downtown Detroit. My husband and I ended up hanging around in an alley next to the Z parking garage called The Belt. In this alley are colourful murals, the restaurant/bar Standby, and a new find for us, The Skip, which has some of the tastiest alcoholic slushies. Detroit is definitely one of my favourite cities, and I’m so lucky to be living in such close proximity to it!

Top: Aritzia. Skirt: Tobi. Bag: Chloe. Hat: Aldo Accessories (old, similar here). Shoes: Cole Haan. Earrings: Forever 21. Watch: Chanel. Bracelets: Baublebar. Lips: MAC Viva Glam I.

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All set.

“The beginning is always today.” – Mary Wollstonecraft

I can’t believe I’m already back at school – time certainly does fly when you’re having fun! Though it is September, I’m not willing to give up on summer entirely. The season doesn’t officially end until the 22nd, which means I’m attempting to stretch out my summer wardrobe for as long as possible. This particular outfit was a favourite of mine throughout the last few months. I just love the look of a matching two piece, and what drew me to this one was its porcelain-like design. Even when it gets cooler, I can still wear the top with jeans. Though I am looking forward to whatever this school year will bring, I already miss the relaxation of summer vacation. For me, wearing summer clothes into September (and sometimes even October) certainly helps me cope with the change in routine!

Short Set: SheIn. Bag: Mansur Gavriel. Shoes: Aldo. Earrings: Siam Hill Tribes. Watch: Chanel. Bracelet: Souvenir from Croatia. Lips: Marc Jacobs Je t’aime.

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Stripe spotting.

“There’s no reality except the one contained within us. That’s why so many people live an unreal life. They take images outside them for reality and never allow the world within them to assert itself.” – Hermann Hesse

Back in the winter I wrote a post featuring my love of Hudson’s Bay stripes, but today I think I took that love to a whole new level! Sometimes repeating a pattern can appear over the top, but I find that when accessorizing with a little black dress like this one, it’s not as intense. Why do I love these stripes so much? Being a history teacher, I’m drawn to things that represent the past, and HBC stripes remind me of Canada’s history. The stripes are classic, but also add a colourful flair. Be sure to check out some more of my favourite HBC items for fall below!