Coral Crush

 Coral is, and probably always will be, my colour crush for summer. It's a nice soft colour, yet its attention grabbing. It also looks killer with a tan! Today I paired it with a simple flow-y watercolour printed tank. The pattern is reminiscent of a warm summer breeze by the ocean. It is instantly calming, and the fact that the print is on the draped panel of the tank that gives it movement speaks to that feeling as well. I'm ready for mojito sipping on a sunny patio!

Jeans: RW&CO | Tank: RW&CO | Necklace: H&M | Sandals: Bamboo | Cuff: Fame Accessories | Earrings: Aldo Accessories

TBT - Less is More

Have I mentioned my slight obsession with graphic T's? I cannot get enough of these quirky message boards. It's the perfect way of wearing your emotions on your sleeve (or on your chest in this case). I'm someone who usually has something to say so, by wearing my statement, it saves me a few breaths! This particular shirt repeatedly says "Less is more" and ends with "More please". I love the irony! Not only do graphic t-shirts help spread your sense of humor, but they are also great conversation starters! Going along with the message, I paired the shirt with a busy pant, a statement necklace, fancy booties and a leather jacket. I took the "More please" to heart!

T-shirt: Old Navy | Pants: RW&CO | Necklace: eBay | Jacket: Danier | Booties: You by Crocs | Earrings: Roots

Feeling Blue

So, today's outfit is brought to you by the colour blue! Ever feel like wearing lots of coulours all at once? I sometimes feel like that, but I have to hold myself back and not go on a colour overdose. I feel I accomplished that with today's outfit. It's bold and colourful, without being too in-your-face. The trick here is that I stayed within the same colour family. Cobalt and turquoise are shades of blue and complement each other rather than compete with one another. I paired the outfit with a dalmation printed pump because, why not? Those puppies were due for a walk!

T-shirt: Smart Set| Blazer: Dynamite| Capris: Jacob | Neckalce: Smart Set| Shoes: Ivanka Trump | Earrings: Northern Reflections

Walking on Sunshine

Patterns and bold colours are not always the easiest to style. However, in my book, they are the most fun to style! These pants are known as my "crazy pants" and I think the reason behind that is pretty obvious. When I style a statement piece, I usually start with the base for my outfit and build on that. When styling a printed garment, it's always a good idea to pair it with solid colours that are pulled from the pattern, as a way to let the statement piece shine and to not over do it. For example, the yellow from the shoes and the navy from the top are both colours found in the print of the pant. By sticking to the colour palette present in your print, you create a cohesive look. I like to think that today's look reminds me of the mullet, it's business on top and party on the bottom! That's one of the things I like most about prints, they can be fun, classic, subtle and even a little crazy. Plus, the styling options are virtually never ending.

Top: Zara | Pants: Joe Fresh | Necklace: Smart Set | Belt: RW&CO | Shoes: Zara | Earrings: Northern Reflections

LWD (Little White Dress)

You've all heard of the little black dress, right? Well, did you know there was such a thing as the little white dress? There sure is! I think everyone should own a LWD for very similar reasons everyone should own a LBD. It is a wardrobe staple that is easy to style, is versatile and is a fresh take on a classic, not to mention great for hotter temps! I chose a fit and flare silhouette with mesh panels at the armholes. This is definitely a staple worth splurging on, but keep in mind that if you are spending a bit more, opt for a cut that is more timeless to get the most out of your garment. The dress I'm wearing can be considered a splurge, but I got it on mega sale, which means I got an investment piece without breaking the bank! I accessorized with a lot of silver and added cobalt shoes and nails to give it a bit more pizzazz.

Dress: Banana Republic| Necklace: Smart Set| Necklace: Reitmans| Bracelet: (old)| Shoes: Sergio Bari | Earrings: RW&CO | Belt: Dynamite

Easy Breezy

Ah summer! What better way to stay cool than with a breezy top and a hat? I'll admit it, I'm a hat girl. Not only are they stylish, but they also protect you from the sun! It's all about the multi-purpose items. I wore this outfit to a casual outdoor BBQ/pool party, so I opted for a more casual, ok a very casual look! I kept things simple, yet functional. You can't go wrong with a tank and short combination. I added turquoise earrings for a pop of colour (they also matched my swimsuit) and a lace appliqué to elevate a basic jean short. Not to fancy, nor too dressed down, this outfit was juuust right!

Shorts: Dynamite| Tank: Garage | Bralet: La Senza| Shoes: Old Navy | Earrings: Delezhen | Hat: Old Navy | Cuff: Fame Accessories

Lace be Honnest

Let's talk about lace, again. It is so feminine and delicate. I love that it can be dressed up or down and can be incorporated in an outfit in so many ways. I kept today's outfit rather simple and classic. You can never go wrong with black and white, but it can get a tad boring if it is repeated too often. That is the reason for which I like to add a bit of interest with certain pieces. By wearing a white lace top with a simple black skinny jean, it lets the top shine and become the main focal point of the outfit. The top will not have to compete with the bottom if the bottom serves as a backdrop for the top. By wearing a black sandal, I've just elongated the leg and it blends in seamlessly as part of the backdrop.

Jeans: Banana Republic | Top: H&M | Camisole: Smart Set | Shoes: Gomax | Earrings: Claire's

Nautical Twist

The nautical style is such a classic one. Made popular by Coco Chanel, it was inspired by the striped sweaters worn by Norman fishermen. Today's outfit is loosely based on the style. I stuck with the colour palette of white and blue, but instead of stripes, opted for a navy lace appliqué on a white dress with cobalt accessories. The base of the outfit is a timeless one, while the take on it today is more outside the box.

Dress: Joe Fresh| Belt: Smart Set| Shoes: Sergio Bari | Earrings: Old Navy

TBT - Pop of Red

Flashback to Valentine's Day! This past fall, I was extremely excited for the limited edition dresses designed by a collaboration of the magazine ELLE Québec and the store RW&CO. These dresses were gorgeous and very well made! I only got around to wearing this one on Valentine's Day for a special couples dinner. This dress has two components, the top lace part is a crop top that can be removed. I chose to wear the top part today and added a red blazer and clutch as a nod to the holiday. I figured I'd go ahead and wear red lipstick and red nail polish, just to be overly kitsch! Seeing as is was winter, I wore little suede booties and tights. This dress truly was love at first sight!

Dress: ELLE by RW&CO | Blazer: Dynamite | Clutch: Amazon | Booties: Sergio Bari | Earrings: Old Navy

Soft Floral

This was a casual Friday look. I chose to wear soft pants with a loose top for comfort and added a fun blazer and heels to give the outfit structure. Top it off with a string of black pearls and voilà, you are both comfortable and presentable! Soft pants are a great alternative to wearing sweats or yoga pants because they are a bit more polished without sacrificing the comfort factor. I have a couple pairs and love them! They are great for travelling, lounging, running errands and much, much more! Looking good or being comfortable? You should not have to pick between the two!

Pants: Old Navy | Top: Reitmans| Blazer: RW&CO| Shoes: Gomax| Earrings:Callura| Necklace: (gift)