Frill Seeker

This fall is all about the feminine touch and there’s nothing more stunning then lace. I have chosen some of my favorite blouses that are able to take you for day to night. Personally lace is one of my favorite trends this season because it’s so versatile and sexy and a little exposed skin never hurt anyone. I love the lace crop top by Joie Fanny it’s beautiful scalloped neck and half gathered sleeves are elegant and edgy (on the end). Pair them up with wide leg denim or a high wasted pencil skirt and it scream chic.

BadCrush Giveaway ends October 31st.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE<3

Trend Watch: Running Wilded

Today I'm writing about a pair of fabulous leopard print flats that I just purchased by Roberto Vianni (below). I love these flats because went I wear them with a simple sweater and dark blue denim they take a plain outfit and adds style and a little edge. Animal print is coming back in full force this season and is a must have in shoes, belts and bags. Quite a few retailers this fall as showcasing animal print accessories and are selling out. I had to go to four different stores to find a pair of animal print flats in my size. I was going to have a pair one way or the other. Listed below are a few tips on how to rock the animal print this season.

Tip

1. Though it’s in style to wear animal print don't go overboard with it. Having one piece in an outfit is trending more than that you look tacky.

2. Don’t mix you prints. Having leopard print shoes and a Zebra belt is a no no.

3. Animal print can be worn at any age.

4. If you’re unsure start off with something small like a scarf or a headband.

5. Go for texture like the shoes I bought are made from faux horse hair.

Shoes were purchase from sterling shoes.

Going Nude!

The best advice I ever had was that if you didn't know what colour heels to wear, it was always best to choose a nude or a metallic. That was from my first boss at my first real job. Personally I'm a big fan of Nude. They always seem to go with what you’re wearing and always work. Also there’s something about nude or blush heels that screams sexy and they makes your legs look longer witch is a plus. In the pic below I have chosen my favorite pumps. I absolutely adore the Sam Edelman pumps with the Bow. Can you say HOTT! Work them with a little cocktail dress or a pair of skinny jeans and a leather jacket.

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BadCrush Giveaway Ends October 31 so remember to comment and follow

Skirt Chaser

There’s nothing chicer then wearing a skirt this season. Skirts are the perfect middle ground for any occasion. If you don't know what to wear to an interview or a dinner out a skirt and a pair of opaque tight are pretty much your safest bet. This season I'm loving the mini, But not skin tight. Having a little bounce to your skirts lets you hide imperfections and gives you the option of tuck in a bulkier top. My last purchase was actual the Wool cross over Lace skirt by Jessica Simpson $84 but got on sale for only $44 at The Bay. I was so happy! I also heart the BB Dakota Skirt on the far right. The sheerness at the bottom of the skirt is super sexy and only retails for $52. K<3

Also remember the October BadCrush giveaway ends October 31st. And all you need to do to win is bring a friend to become a follower and leave a comment!

The Attack Of the Birkin

I don't know if it’s just me, but it looks like there’s a major celebrity craze for the Hermes Birkin bag. Personally I think the bag is beautiful but it’s not my style and definitely out of my price range. Stars such as Kim Kardashain, Victoria Beckham and Eva Longoria have all been spotted carrying this high priced item. The Orange Birkin features below cost alone over $16,000 and only go up in price the older it is. Now the other bags I have featured are Birkin look a likes, the one on the left is by Pierotucci and can be found online and retails for about $245. On the opposite side I have a bag from Aldo and only retains for $48.  Regardless of the latest trend if you can’t afford the real one you can always find something similar. Note this doesn’t mean go buy a fake!

What do you think of the Birkin bag? Comment and let me know.

Head Turner

You know when you get up for work the next morning after a fantastic night out on the town, and you didn't want to wake up so you pressed snooze six times and now there’s no time for a shower. Well that’s me on a regular bases and the answer is a headband. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the hat at work but the headband or head pieces is the perfect answer to cover up yesterday’s hair. This season I'm loving the chunky knitted headband by Kit & Pearl. Totally chic!

Side Note:

So it’s October in Vancouver and getting very chilly outside. Now I know everyone who reads this blog knows without saying that sock and sandals are a major fashion NO, NO and the number ONE fashion faux pas! But on the sales floor TODAY I notice this young man who could not have been more than twenty-one in WHITE SOCKS AND ORANGE FLIP FLOPS!!! - Yuck!

Ring Leader

One of my favorite things in fashion would have to be jewellery and on that subject I adore statement rings. It’s just that they are the perfect accessories to any outfit and there’s so many to choose from. Also it doesn’t matter how large or small they are they are always in fashion.  Now the rings I'm showing below are all under $50 and all can be found on www.Styleshop.com. Personally I don’t like spending a lot of money on rings because I like to buy so many of them and if I lose one of them it’s not the end of the world. When buying an oversized ring look for something unexpected or something with a pop of colour. You want your piece to stand out.

BadCrush giveaway will end October 31.

And if you would like to purchase something from CrushJewels on www.Etsy.com use discount code: Badcrush20 and receive 20% off your purchase for the month of October.

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October's Giveaway

So for October’s BadCrush giveaway, I'm giving a stunning brass antiqued Victorian bracelet from CrushJewles. The focal point of the piece is a large antiqued brass Victorian ornate stamping which has been carefully altered to fit the curve of any wrist. The stamping is accented with vintage glass taupe pearls, 2 Czech glass bellfowers and an vintage antiqued Fleur de lis. This bracelet measures approximately 7 1/2" and closes with an antique brass lobster clasp. I love this piece because of the taupe pearls it gives that old world feel. A true statement pieces for this fall.

 If you’re interested in winning the Stamping Bracelet all you need to do is become a follower and if you’re already a follower invite a friend to join.

The Sparklies

This season I'm totally loving sparkles and not just in accessories but in sweaters, tops and dresses. It seems like a lot of store are featuring sequin tops and infused fabrics with some sort of sparkle to them. I love that embellished pieces like this can be worn at anytime like at work there's nothing wrong with rocking a sequin skinny belt with a pair of dress pants and a nice blouse. Come on have some personality right? Or pair up a sequin tunic with a pair of skinny's and have a night out on the town with some girlfriends. 

Tomorrow I will be announcing my next BadCrush giveaway! so stay tuned!

Burning In Orange

I know in previous posts I have mentioned that I was hopping that fall would come sooner. Well now I’m regretting my decision, it absolutely freezing out. But enough about regrets and talk some great key pieces that are making their way in to stores. This season I'm loving a chunkier sweater for women loose in fit and with a fabulous cowl neck like the one featured below in the burnt orange. The knit sweater is by Sanctuary and retails for $150.

When wearing a piece that is over sized like this you want to have minimal accessories. Choose something you love like a statement bracelet or a great leather bag. In a great outfit there’s one thing you want to show case. Having accessories that compete with each other only makes you look like your trying too hard. Also with a thicker sweater it’s a good choice to go with a slimmer bottom like a skinny jean or a pencil skirt.

Tip

When shopping for a chunkier sweater it good for it to be a looser fit, but remember you still want to show your shape. Then last thing you want to look like is a frumpy mess. Or vice versa a sausage.

What's above

Sweater: Sanctuary $150 Boots: Frye Meranda Slouch $268, Bracelet: Tinley Filigree $24, Jeans: DL1961 Naomi, Bag: Lucky Brand Abbey Road $178