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In the navy.

“All good things which exist are the fruits of originality.” – John Stuart Mill

Okay, I guess it’s time for me to wear a coat (or at least a jacket)! I tend to prefer summer dresses and rompers to layers and long sleeves, but alas, when the weather is cold, I must dress warm. I have been on the lookout for a military style jacket, but am always hesitant to buy coats online because they pretty much never fit me. Having a good seamstress is essential, and I think it’s always worth it to spend some extra money to have clothes fit your body perfectly. I just loved the style of this jacket and couldn’t pass it up. Yes, it did need some alterations, but now it feels like it was made just for me. Paired with a comfy swing dress and boots, I think that I’m (somewhat) ready to embrace the colder temperatures!

Dress: Lulus. Coat: Zara. Bag: Clare V. Tassel: Clare V. Boots: Le Chateau. Watch: Chanel. Earrings: Sugarfix by Baublebar. Necklace: J.Crew. Bracelet: Wanderlust & Co. Lips: MAC Sin.

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Black Friday 2017.

It’s Black Friday, and I much rather shop from the comfort of my home than be a part of the crazy crowds! Here are the sales happening this weekend from some of my favourite retailers:

Abercrombie & Fitch | 50% everything + $5 shipping. My picks: Button Back Sweater Dress, Collarless Wool Blend Coat

Anthropologie | 30% off everything. My picks: Cozy Corseted Dress, Lianne Ruffled Top, Verdot Velvet Dress, ML Polka Dot Dress, Susan Ruffled Pullover, Cody Pommed Pullover, McGuire Newton Mid-Rise Skinny Cropped Jeans

Aritzia | Up to 50% off everything in stores and online. My picks: Jonnie Sweater, Janvry Dress, Sparrow Dress, Poussin Bomber

ASOS | 30% off everything wit code EPIC30. My picks: Crushed Velvet Dress, Star Print Ruffle Wrap Dress, Embroidered Mini Dress, Heavy Rib Bardot Skater Dress, Sweater With 3D Bow Details

Banana Republic | 50% regular priced items. My picks: Drape Sleeve Fit and Flare Dress, Merino-Blend Pom Pom Crew,

Baublebar | 30% off with code FRIDAY30. My picks: The Ultimate Tassel Earring Set, Parisian Feather Earrings, Eve Hoop Earrings

Chapters | 40% off select home decor, 30% off select calendars and agendas, 25% off select toys and baby.

Chicwish | 15% off orders over $70 with code BLK15. My picks: Precious Love Floral Crochet Off-Shoulder Dress, Knit Your Love Cardigan, Splendid Crochet Pink Shift Dress

Cult Gaia | 20% off site wide with code VERYRARE. My picks: Lilleth Natural, Acrylic Ark Multi

Free People | Free shipping + 50% off select styles and 25% off select sale styles. My picks: Seamed and Structured Blazer, Fall Crush Wrap Dress

J.Crew | 40% total purchase + free shipping with code THANKU. My picks: Ruffled Crewneck, Oui Non Sweatshirt, Stone and Tassel Earrings, Cashmere Scarf in Heart Print, Ruffled Chino Jacket

Kate Spade | 30% off purchase with code GIVEJOY. My picks: Cherry Open Hinged Cuff, Cat’s Meow Cat Lottie, Star Bright Light Up Constellation Marci, Going Places Silk Square Scarf

Loft | 40% off all orders with code GIFTITUP. My picks: Modern Velvet Sailor Skinny Pants, Velvet Dot Flare Dress

Lulus | 20 to 90% off everything + free shipping. My picks: Home Before Daylight Dress, Black Floral Print Dress, Star Print Dress, Velvet Bell Sleeve Skater Dress, Other Fellows Gold and Black Skater Dress, Sweet Talking Floral Print Dress

Madewell | 25% off total purchase with code DONTSTRESS. My picks: Ribbed Turtleneck in Stripe, Small Transport Crossbody in Shearling, Poppy Dress In Peacock Feathers, High Rise Skinny Jeans

Net-a-Porter | Up to 50% off sale. My picks: Chinti and Parker Midnight Sky Cashmere Scarf, Kayu Piñata Leather Trimmed Straw Tote, Elizabeth and James Eloise Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag, Staud Amelie Embroidered Mini Dress, Loeffler Randall Lock Leather and Shearling Shoulder Bag

Nordstrom | New deals + 20% off sale. My picks: Tory Burch Juliette Tweed Top Handle Satchel, JOA Lace Up Sleeve Sweater, Missguided Tartan Plaid Mini Dress, Eliza J Mixed Cable Sweater Dress,

Ruche | 40% off regular priced items, 50% off sale. My picks: Carnation Mock Neck Floral Flared Dress, Head in the Clouds Sweater

Saks | Designer sale up to 40% off. My picks: Gucci Soho Leather Disco Bag, Joie Kambree Metallic Pleat Skirt, Parker Zahara Combo Lace Mini Dress, Loeffler Randall Pom Pom Crossbody Pouch,

Shopbop | 20% off orders 200+, 25% off orders $500+ 30% 0ff orders $800+ with code GOBIG16. My picks: RahiCali Ambrosia Smocked Dress, Susana Monaco Neive Dress, C/Meo Collective Ultralight Dress, WAYF Cheyenne One Shoulder Top + Clark Ruffle Skirt, JOA Long Sleeve Dress, Milly Faux Fur Drawstring Bucket Bag

Ssense | Up to 50% off sale. My picks: See by Chloe Mini Polly Bag, Pierre Hardy Velvet Tassel Pouch, Building Block Basket Bag,

Threadsence | 40% off all orders. My picks: Downtown Girl Off Shoulder Dress, Bianca Shag Jacket

Unique Vintage | 25% off everything with code YAY25. My picks: Smak Parlour Black & Ivory Plaid Dress, Vintage Style Black & Red Cherry Knit Crop Cardigan

Urban Outfitters | Buy one get one 50% off. My picks: Millie Empire Waist Velvet Mini Dress, Cropped Chevron Sweater, Satin Tie-Front Mini Dress, Bell-Sleeve Bodycon Sweater Dress, Veruca Cupro Mini Skirt + Crop Top

Victoria’s Secret | Free shipping on orders $40+ and 10% off orders $100+ with codes FREE40SHIP and 10CANADA, 50% off bras. My picks: Flannel Short Set, Thermal Short Set, Pom Pom Thermal Onesie, Victoria Sport Hot Short, Strappy Sport Bra

Happy Shopping!

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Oh snap.

“If people never did silly things nothing intelligent would ever get done.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein

In addition to the embroidery, pockets, and overall 70s look of this dress, one of the best features are its snap buttons. When wearing it, it reminds me of one of my favourite scenes from Seinfeld. At the beginning of the Festivus episode, Elaine and Jerry are at a party and Elaine comments how a guy with a denim vest keeps checking her out. The denim vest guy then walks over to Elaine, in which she tries to be nice by saying, “Nice buttons”. The response? “They’re snaps”. This just crack me up. Every. Single. Time. I think I even had my husband reenact this scene when I first bought this dress.

Do you have an outfit that reminds you of a favourite television show or movie? Be sure to share in the comments below and check out some other cool denim dress finds (though they might be lacking the snaps).

Dress: Madewell. Bag: Louis Vuitton. Shoes: Le Chateau. Watch: Chanel. Earrings: Souvenir from Croatia (similar here and here). Bracelet: Monserat De Luca. Lips: MAC Chili.

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Fall in line.

“If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe.” – Carl Sagan

Every year since 2008, my husband and I have made it an annual tradition to visit Franklin Cider Mill in the town of Franklin, Michigan. Nothing says fall to me like a cup of warm apple cider and donuts, not to mention a cosy dress, scarf, and boots! While pumpkin spice seems to be the most popular flavour of this season, I tend to enjoy apple and cinnamon more. I even remember learning in elementary school about the different types of apples, making applesauce, and even picking apples in a local orchard. I’m a sucker for nostalgia, so maybe that’s why I like apples so much! Nevertheless, I always enjoy our yearly cider mill visit, and look forward to its tasty treats that for me, fully commence fall.

Dress: Madewell. Scarf: Burberry. Bag: Clare V. Boots: Le Chateau. Necklace: Baublebar. Watch: Chanel. Earrings: Madewell. Bracelet: Stella&Dot. Lips: MAC Viva Glam I.

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Skirt the rules.

“The most authentic thing about us is our capacity to create, to overcome, to endure, to transform, to love and to be greater than our suffering.” – Ben Okri

On this gorgeous fall evening, my husband and I crossed the border to Detroit and indulged in a fantastic dinner at Takoi to celebrate my 32nd birthday. Birthdays are not only a time for celebration, but reflection. As I get older, I tend to think more about who am I and who I want to be. In my 32nd year on this planet, I hope to be more authentically me and not feel like I need to create some kind of facade. Since I was young, I had the mindset that everyone had to like me, and I need to break away from that. I need to like me more, and by being true to myself, my emotions, feelings, and thoughts, I can achieve that goal. I want to eliminate, or at least decrease, any unnecessary pressure or negativity in my life. This isn’t an easy task, but so far 32 is feeling pretty good, and I look forward to what this year of my life will bring!

Bodysuit: Urban Outfitters. Skirt: H&M. Boots: Le Chateau. Bag: Celine (different colour combo here). Sunglasses: Celine. Earrings: H&M. Watch: Chanel. Bracelet: Madewell. Lips: MAC Chili.

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