Stripe This Way

No more tights for a while, I am officially storing them away until the fall! I'll admit it was a teeny bit chilly this morning, but the temperature did rise throughout the day, so my bare legs could totally handle it. We Canadians are resilient! The things we do to look the part... Anyways, I paired my pinstriped midi-skirt with a striped off-the-shoulder top for a little bit of print mixing today! I added pops of colours for a fun springtime feel. Coral and chartreuse really brighten up the look and make it totally appropriate for the season. I actually wore a jacket today, but this look could easily transition right into summer! Yes, I went there. Summer is just around the corner, I can feel it! Bring on the sunshine and vitamin D!

Skirt: Banana Republic | Top: Banana Republic | Belt: Mexx | Earrings: Cleo | Shoes: Zara

Blush Moto

I wore this outfit last weekend to run some errands. We are getting there with the house, but we still have to go get a few tidbits at the hardware store. A couple of our light fixture choice are either out of stock or don't work for the space, so we are looking into alternatives. Seeing as it was a beautiful day, I opted to wear my girlfriend jeans and a graphic t-shirt. Flats are a practical choice and the leather jacket was a great layer as it was not too warm, but kept me comfortable. Dressing for the hardware store is still a bit new to me, I never really found myself in that environment much before this chapter of my life. As much as it pains me to admit it, this store is almost as familiar to me as is Nordstroms... Jack of all trades this one! I can find my way in any store! My dad would be so proud.

Jeans: Banana Republic | T-shirt: H&M | Jacket: BLANKNYC | Flats: Me Too

Sun Burst

This marigold, rose-gold sequin-burst cardigan is a show-stopper! Seeing as I had lost my favourite mustard cardigan, I new finding a replacement would be tough. Thank you J. Crew for always having my back! This piece has the wow-factor I love finding in clothing! It's unique and fun and sure to add pizzazz to any look. I'm all about the statement pieces... I decided to wear it with a pleated leather mini and a simple white tee with black accents. I figured the neutral backdrop would really make the cardigan shine in all its glory! I swear, this cardigan even shines in the dark! It is sure to brighten up even the dreariest of days, such as this one was (hence the thick black tights.)

Top: Joe Fresh | Cardigan: J. Crew | Skirt: Joe Fresh | Tights: Old Navy | Earrings: Callura | Shoes: Zara

Pastel Peplum

This look is basically the exact same as a look I recently wore on vacation, but updated for springtime weather. I traded out the distressed denim shorts for longer jeans and swapped out the flip flips for flats. The rest is exactly as in this look (the third one.) This pastel peplum camisole is so light and breezy it's a perfect transition piece. The fun pastel print makes it versatile and a summer staple for me. It can easily take you from the beach to brunch! Just add a structured jacket and you are all set for a more formal setting. Or layer it over a swimsuit for a sunny day at the beach. The sky's the limit with this little number!

Jeans: Zara | Top: Old Navy | Jacket: Old Navy | Earrings: Callura | Flats: Old Navy

Lace Get Together

Sometimes, a girl just feel like dressing up! Today was one of those days. It was a rainy one and I wanted to lift my spirit, so I reached for this bright fuchsia lace dress! However, I did not stop there! What better way to wear bright colours than by colour-blocking them? Adding the cobalt coat was a no-brainer and I tied the two pieces together with cobalt accessories. This was one eye-catching look! Best of all, it put me in a great mood. I was ready to face the downpour in my cheerful outfit. I figure I could totally wear this exact look to a wedding as well. A solid-coloured lace-overlay dress is always a good one for a wedding guest. I will definitely keep this look in my back pocket for any upcoming celebrations. 

Dress: Sandra Darren | Necklace: Kendra Scott | Earrings: Kendra Scott | Tights: Hudson's Bay | Coat: Zara | Scarf: Chapters | Shoes: Anne Michelle

Time to Shine

Rise and shimmer & shine! Casual Friday never looked so shiny! A subtle shimmer in a top is an easy way of wearing a bit of bling to work, and it sure jazzes up a simple t-shirt. This navy T is from Banana Republic and they have a cute selection of metallic t-shirts. They are comfortable and super easy to style. I paired mine with girlfriend jeans and a navy blazer for work. Just to go the extra mile, I added gold sequin shoes to the mix, but the outfit would be just as statement-worthy without them. I just figured the more the merrier. Bring on the sparkle, this lady is ready for the weekend!

T-shirt: Banana Republic | Blazer: Banana Republic | Jeans: Banana Republic | Earrings: Smart Set | Shoes: Zara

TBT - Black & Blush

This look is so elegant and lady-like, while still being trendy. Polka dots will never go out of style in my book, it is such a classic print. This blouse is fun because the dots are quite big and the sleeves are puffy. I paired it to my blush wool midi- skirt, a skirt that has a certain vintage feel to me. I added some black platform wedges and a metal-bar waist belt for a more du jour feel. As much as I could totally picture a very similar look worn in the 50s, this outfit is very much one that wears well in our day and time. You can hardly ever go wrong with a good blouse/skirt combination, it's winning for a reason!

Blouse: Jacob | Skirt: Zara | Belt: Jacob | Earrings: Callura | Bracelet: (gift) | Shoes: Tales

Fall into Lace

Lace is so classic and easy to wear. I found this cute top on sale at Nordstrom and thought it was an interesting use of lace. I like how it is not lined on the arms, but is on the bodice. I also like the contrast of the prime and proper neckline with the casual vibe of shorter sleeves. It's very unexpected and makes for a great desk-to-weekend piece. It can easily be dressed up or down. I kept it simple for a work look today by pairing it with purple and green printed pants and metallic flats. It's totally office-ready, but is still weekend-comfy, exactly what Mondays call for...

Pants: Banana Republic | Top: WAYF | Earrings: (old) | Belt: Dynamite | Flats: Me Too

Just Peachy

Springtime dinner dates call for florals and pastels! We had a double-date the other night with a cousin who recently moved back to town. It was a great evening spent catching up and making future plans. It was a more casual thing, so I opted for my green flutter-sleeve top, coral jeans, blush flats and a denim jacket to top it all off. When I "match" my denims, I typically mix the washes and colours to avoid looking too matchy-matchy. Besides, an exact denim match is hard to find, and if you do happen to find one, it would most likely be a denim overkill. It's much simpler and trendy to mix your denims, and spring is the perfect season to experiment with candy-colours!

Top: J. Crew Factory | Jeans: RW&CO | Jacket: Banana Republic | Earrings: RW&CO | Pouch: Chapters | Flats: Old Navy

Cool Hued

This look screams springtime! The bold hues, the floral watercolour and the flutter sleeves. I simply cannot get enough of this outfit. It is fun, feminine and flirty! I actually have the pants in the exact print as the shirt, but loved it so much, I got both items. I'm not sure I would wear them together as I think it would be a bit much... But, by having two items in the same print, I get to double the outfit potential and wear it on repeat. When a print is this nice, you buy it twice! I obviously could not resist wearing it with my cobalt blue flutter-sleeve coat. It's like a match made in fashion heaven! I just love it when looks come together effortlessly. Perhaps, the fresh spring air is what is getting my creative juices flowing again. For some reason, when spring comes around, my styling muscles get a boost! The multitude of bright colours and longer hours of sunshine might also have something to do with it...

Jeans: Old Navy | Top: Banana Republic Factory | Earrings: Smart Set | Camisole: Urban Behaviour | Coat: Zara | Flats: Breckelle's