Fashion – Page 6

True colours.

“The soul becomes dyed with the colour of its thoughts.” – Marcus Aurelius

I find that during the winter season I tend to be drawn to darker colours like burgundy, black, and navy blue. Maybe it’s because of the shorter days and longer nights, or possibly because darker colours feel warmer for some reason. Nevertheless, this particular sweater caught my attention for being so different from the dark, oversized sweaters I see more often this time of year. I don’t think we should limit our wardrobes to certain colours based on the season. Wear brights and (gasp!) white after Labour Day, and black and oxblood in the summer. Why not break the mould? Believe me, it’s a lot more fun going against the grain and being different!

Sweater: Urban Outfitters. Denim: H&M. Boots: BP. Bag: Saint Laurent. Earrings: J.Crew. Watch: Chanel. Bracelet: Souvenir from Dubrovnik. Lips: MAC Lady Danger.

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Fashion, Philosophy, Travel

Year in Review

“Life has its own hidden forces which you can only discover by living.” – Soren Kierkegaard

2017 treated me well. If I were to sum it up in one word, it’d be “discovery”. This year I focused on a lot of self reflection, learning more about myself and the goals I hope to achieve. I also had the opportunity to travel twice this year, revisiting New York City, as well as exploring Croatia and Slovenia. Luckily, the only major drama in my life came in the form of theatre productions. I was behind the stage for Much Ado About Nothing, the play the high school I teach at put on, and was onstage for Vanya, Sonia, Masha, and Spike.

Now that it’s 2018, my resolution is to keep strength training (both physically and mentally), read more, and enjoy every moment!

Happy New Year! Cheers to a great year and an even better one ahead!

Celebrating my nephew’s first birthday | January 2017

High school production of Much Ado About Nothing | March 2017

Bearing the cold in NYC | March 2017

Going for the laughs in Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike | April 2017

Soaking up the views in Dubrovnik | July 2017

4th anniversary in Hvar | July 2017

Lounging in Lake Bled | July 2017

The blogging life in the great city of Detroit | August 2017

Twin Peaks: The Return | May – September 2017

Expressing my love of sushi on Halloween | October 2017

Enjoying the holiday season with my love | December 2017

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Winter wonderland.

“People don’t notice whether it’s winter or summer when they’re happy.” – Anton Chekhov

Here in Windsor the weather is erratic. One day it’s warm, the next day there’s a blizzard and the temperature hits well below zero. Because of this, I often find I’m hesitant when it comes to bundling up when it’s cold. I also think it is a lot more difficult to be stylish or even take photos for this blog when it’s freezing outside. Luckily, I found a new winter coat this year that’s not only warm, but fashion-friendly. In addition to that, I was able to take full advantage of the recent snowfall and wear my new coat on a cold December night wandering through the beautiful Christmas lights display at Jackson Park. Though my feet felt like they were going to freeze off, it was quite enchanting to see the colourful lights reflecting off the snow, as well as all the people, young and old, enjoying the festive display. At times the weather outside can certainly be frightful, so it’s important that we try to stay positive and make the most of the winter season.

Bright Lights Windsor continues to light up Jackson Park until January 7.

Coat: Aritzia. Scarf: Missoni. Leggings: Aritzia. Boots: Unisa. Bag: Louis Vuitton. Lips: Dior Rouge 999.

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Deck the halls.

“What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness?” – Jean-Jacques Rousseau

I know my hallway is literally not decked, but that doesn’t mean I’m not excited for Christmas! With our Christmas tree up, and the presents all purchased, I’m looking forward to a fun and relaxing holiday with family and friends. In addition to the time spent with loved ones and the traditions we share, what I love about Christmas is the general altruistic spirit in the air. I look forward to the food drive at the high school I teach at, as well as our annual Children’s Christmas Party where students host a fun day for local children with crafts, cookies, and of course, Santa. Every year I also help out with the local Jewish community’s menorah lighting at Devonshire Mall. This year the theme is peace, which is something I think all of us need to reflect on, no matter who or where we are. While there is so much hostility in the world, we should not dwell on the negativity, but unite in humanity. The holiday season kindly reminds us of that we should help our fellow neighbour if we can.

I want to wish all my readers a very Merry Christmas, Happy (belated) Hanukah, and Happy Holiday! Cheers!

Dress: J.O.A. Bag: Louis Vuitton. Shoes: Le Chateau. Earrings: J.Crew. Bracelet: Kate Spade. Lips: MAC Russian Red.

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Season’s greetings.

“One must still have chaos in oneself to be able to give birth to a dancing star.” – Friedrich Nietzsche

‘Tis the season to be busy! As soon as December 1st hit, life has been nonstop. From shopping for Christmas gifts, to attending holiday gatherings, this month can sure feel hectic. Through the insanity it may feel like your mind is going to explode (or at least your body with all the tasty treats), so it’s important that we try our best to find some quiet moments of reflection. I think that while we are busy we tend to forget why we’re doing these things in the first place. We should give because we want to show love and appreciation for each other, and gather to celebrate and enjoy the time we have together. So, take a deep breath, try to relax, and enjoy the holiday season – just don’t forget to don that gay apparel!

Dress: Eliza J. Nylons: Nordstrom. Bag: Mansur Gavriel. Shoes: Zinda. Earrings: Baublebar. Bracelet: Stella&Dot. Watch: Chanel. Lips: MAC Chili.

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Black star.

How many times does an angel fall?
How many people lie instead of talking tall?
He trod on sacred ground, he cried aloud into the crowd
I’m a blackstar, I’m a blackstar

-David Bowie

I was once told I was weird. I took that as a compliment, and am quite proud of my “weirdness”. Lately I’ve been asking myself if I should keep up with this blog because it doesn’t seem to get much traffic. It’s difficult for me to always put out new content because I’m busy with work and other aspects of my life, but I keep wondering what I can do to make it more appealing to the public. After much thought, I don’t think I want to change the way I’m doing things. I want this blog to be a true reflection of me and my weirdness. My choice in clothing may not be for everyone, but that’s part of the point I want to make. It’s okay to be different, it’s okay to not to always be mainstream. I want my clothes, and this blog to be quirky like me. I think this particular outfit I’m wearing sums it all up – be fun, be daring, and most of all, be yourself!

Top: Hollister. Skirt: Hollister. Boots: Nine West. Bag: Gucci. Earrings: J.Crew. Bracelet: Baublebar. Watch: Chanel. Lips: MAC Sin.

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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!