Spring Break!

Surfing on the Abercrombie website, I happen to realize two things...

1) Spring is fast approaching and that means it's time to hit the gym once again lol

2) Vancouver Fashion Week is upon us!

What's everyone's spring faves? I'll post a few of my favourite things soon!

Happy First Day of Spring!

I thought I'd take a moment to wish everyone a wonderful first day of Spring!

The day started off slightly on the gloomy side with some showers early into the morning, but it cleared up around 9am. 

I haven't quite decided yet whether my weezing, sneezing and sniffling is really due to the spring hayfever I experience every year, or if it's a cold that's just slightly underdeveloped.  In any case, I welcome spring with open arms and a wish that my allergies would subside already! lol.

I will be posting a new spring/summer wishlist! stay tuned!

the feminine touch

The forecast called for spring-like temps and a guaranteed sunny day so I thought I'd bring my spring clothes out of hiatus and wear it just for today...Afterall, the rain was forecasted to come back the next day, so it's the perfect  opportunity today!

I was going to wear heels, but ended up just wearing my flats to be more comfortable.

to check out what i wore

BCBG Resort 2012: Santa came early this year! =)

What better way to ring in the new year than...

*pause for effect*

BCBG's Resort 2012 Collection!

I love the vibrant spring colors and the flowy dresses and tops...If you have a moment, don't forget to check out the collection now online! (and I bet instores).

Dior S/S 2010 Magazine Ads

I'm usually not into details when it comes to magazine ads...In fact, most times I try to avoid them as much as possible and flip to the more important (but fewer) pages of the mags with actual fashion content.

This time I stared at the ad pages of two fashion houses using the Iconic figures from Hollywood's past to show off their new Spring/Summer 2010 collection.

The models in the ad from Dior along with the ad from Salvatore Ferragamo seem to resemble Lauren Bacall and Grace Kelly....hmm..

Is it just me, or eeriely close to the iconic stars?  I think both fashion houses were trying to channel the essence of these starlets in their hayday.

think neutral.

beats:: jessica simpson - a public affair

outfit of the day:: same as below! =)

fave fashion accessory of the day/moment:: same as below! =)

I'm inlove with neutrals, aren't you?! lol.

Loves it...so fresh looking, so spring, so now!~*

In case you weren't able to spend your hard earned cash into the pricier labels, (not all of us can afford BCBG or BEBE even Marciano!) Forever 21 offers a wide selection of pretty in pink neutrals that will complete your wardrobe essentials for spring and summer!

For the most part, neutrals are a great way to brighten up a dark, chilly wardrobe of winter.  It's like someone cracked a window open and all the sunlight has come in, a ray of light (a la madonna lol).

If you notice that I always recommend alot of clothes from Forever 21, it's affordable and good quality for the price you pay.  If labels aren't your thing but you'd still like to look nice, this store is for you.  Of course there are other stores such as Sirens, and Urban Behavior even Costa Blanca, but quality-wise, they don't beat Forever 21.

So here are some of my fave Forever 21 neutral picks for spring/summer 2010:

Beaded Crepe Chiffon Dress

Notice the intricate beading and the lovely chiffon pink fabric used for the dress.  It's a beautiful alternative to a LBD standard for receptions and garden parties for spring and summer.  This dress reminds me of a flapper dress from way back, when dresses were more intricate, with the fringes and beading, you'll certainly be the belle of the party!

Blissful Woven Top $33.80(CDN)

Peasant tops are so cute during summer.  They are so light and airy looking and the lace adds that extra feminine touch to it.  This top, in my opinion can go from day to night and can be dressed up either way, depending on your occasion!

It can be paired with a pair of white shorts, or jeans to make a casual chic daytime look or a pair of white skinny pants or cropped pants to give that casual date night chic elegance.

Crochet Embodied Skirt.

It's kinda like a doily at first glance, but it's such a cute boho-chic skirt! I love how it's got the intricate patterned weave to it (a trend for spring, hint hint!)  If you are one of those ladies that just adore the boho chic styles of summer, I'd say this is a must for your new wardrobe!

Lace Brocade Tunic $29.80(CDN)

I absolutely adore this tunic. If you've seen 'Georgia Rule', you'll see in the beginning episode that Lindsay Lohan's character is wearing this adorable summer frock while walking along the side of a deserted road lol.  As memorable as that movie was, the dress itself caught my eye.  In the spring and summer months when everyone is trying to bring out their true colours, and wear the summer brights, i always gravitate to the whites.  I love the crisp clean look of it.  Much like the character's dress in the movie, this tunic looks uber adorable as a summertime outfit.  If you'd like to transition this into a night time look, a simple wedge in an earthy tone and a shawl will do!

Patent Peeptoe - Aren't these just the cutest? It reminds me of the 80s movie I loved as a young teen, 'Pretty in Pink'.  Molly Ringwald was such a rebel in pink! These were more from Forever 21's Prom collection.  It only came in sizes 6-11 i believe, so I'm pretty much out of luck lol.  For those of you looking to accent your summer whites and neutrals, pink is a hot contrast without the dark tones of yester-season lol.  It's almost like the red of summer, a nice punch of pastel with neutrals.  I've got a similar pair of pink patents, though mine came from Nine West =) luv'em!

Okay, so 'these are just a few of my favourite things'...lol joking! If you've watched 'Sound of Music' you'd understand! haha. In all seriousness, these are just a few things i've perused online at Forever 21.  I chose Forever 21 as a key place to shop because they offer pretty good prices for what you'd sometimes find for more than $100 at other stores.

If you're in Canada (or certain parts of US) you can always check out Sirens, Costa Blanca or Urban Behavior for comparison shopping...I always find lots of goodies there too! =)

A new sunday's best =)

beats:: collide - howie day

outfit of the day:: white v-neck shirt from XX1, black 'Garage' Leggings, Aldo sheepskin boots. (cold, windy day!)

fave fashion accessory of the day/moment:: Aritzia winfred shawl.

It's been such a weird weather day for me...It started with a fierce wind and rain that tapped our windows from every angle..

sure scurred me! lol.

Then the sunshine pushed its way in and cleared the path to a warm-- but still chilly, day.  How unpredictable weather seems to be these days!

I am sadly, without  my phone today, and it feels like I'm without my right arm....It's been one of those days where there couldn't be anymore things I could've forgotten as I dashed out the door to work...It's a monday, afterall!

I wish the sun would just stay put so I could wear my purdy dresses already!
Its obvious I'm still on my dress obsession...and the latest one in my collection, again from Marciano, is a beauty!

I'm so excited for the warmer weather (without the heavy winds!!) to be able to wear this dress, especially for an occasion that is worth the wear!  It reminds me so much of the Easter dresses, with it's pastel green and pink shade. 

This is a stunner in it's own way, not so much in a sexy siren like image, but in a clean, formal garden party-ish kinda way.  I love the ode to the bandage style with its layers of colour against the white background.  It gives the dress a hint of colour without having it overpower the clean lines of the dress.

It will be perfect for a garden reception at a wedding, going to church or even brunch with the girls!

Loves it!~*

shoe love - spring/summer 2010 edition (v.1)~*

beats:: nothing, I'm watching bones late night =)
outfit of the day:: Old navy microfleece pjs!
fave fashion accessory of the day/moment:: my pjs? lol.

I couldn't sleep at the moment, and while that's bad for my early morning wake-up call for work, it's good for a blog entry! =)

I was trying to find a pair of shoes I recently saw in a magazine that should have been available at Aldo, but for some reason it just simply wasn't.  Instead, I found these shoes that would be perfect for spring!  Here are my top 5 pics for the season.  It's so spring-ish that I couldn't help but share =)

My Top 5 Picks:

Breger (Aldo) ~ I am so into the earthy neutral tones and materials these days.  Along with my previous blog about weaves, corks are another choice for spring.  I fnd that a stiletto is not always appropriate for the season.  There are times when casual chic calls for something with less drama and more chill style.  This is just perfecto!

Eggenberg ~ I have had my eye on this lil' baby for days.  I not only love the shade of yellow (puuurrr-fect for spring!) but the style of the shoe itself.  It's so cute!  I admit, i did say that not every occasion is appropriate to wear a stiletto, but when you find the odd occasion when it does call for the beauty of the sexy, pointy heel then this is your shoe! LUV..

Kitzrow ~ Okay, is anyone else loving this shoe as much as I am right about now!? Gooood Laawdy! What an intricate design on the ankle wrap that leads to the sexy stiletto faux wood heel! luv luv! The look is simply refreshing and the colour is called 'Ice'.  Oh my, someone hold me back from purchasing this lovely piece of shoe specimen!! lol.  I can just picture this with a nice pair of dressy shorts and maybe a loose pink pastel top.  It's just tooo hot to resist! A perfect summer evening pairing with a nice dinner out with the hunnie!

Yerke ~ Okay, this funky lil' number of a shoe is an eye-catching piece of shoe hardware beauty! I just love the intricate grommet and beading that layers the front of the platform heel.  It's like jewelry for your feet!  I say, who needs an anklet for summer when you've got this baby on your feet!  Again, another intricately designed shoe, not just with hardware detailing but also the stitch trimming around the edge of the shoe.  One cannot go wrong with this shoe for night time fun and flirting!!

Destime ~ Okay, it's a nice change from all the neutral shoes that I've shown so far.  This is what I'd consider a lolita-esque/siren type of shoe.  This shoe calls for flirting and fun out on the town! If you want to look sexy, combining the sexiness of a stiletto heel with the extra height of the platform front.  Dare I say, can anyone resist you in these heels??  Pure hot, sex in the city type of fun in the city =)