Trend #2: Military style

I've been seeing alot of influence from the military style for designers' fall collection-- namely Burberry Prorsum.  Christopher Bailey is a fashion genius! I loved the military influence in his collection,from his fur lined shearlings to the boots! pure combat fashion heaven.

Sometimes it pays to closet-shop before going to the mall to spend $$$ and ending up in doubles...I've been there, done that and I hate having multiples of something unless I absolutely love it--in that case, I love doubles!

In my rummaging, I've found a military jacket I've long owned, about 3 years now.  It has long since re-appeared back on the trends and I couldn't be more happy! There is nothing better than to hold on to an article of clothing and be vindicated that the years it spent in the closet collecting dust has paid off!

I bought this jacket on sale for I believe $20 at BB Blue.  It resembles this admiral Jacket from Forever 21 that costs $35.80. (fyi, I would never pair a nice cropped military jacket like this with a tattered pair denim shorts...it just doesn't quite go in my opinion...jus sayin.)

I've also recently purchased a long mini obsession of mine since it came out.  The military cargo pants in the skinny version has long caught my eye since it gives a more girlish take to the once baggy cargo pants. 

I first saw it from Aritzia, which if you shop there you would know that it's going to cost an arm and a leg (like about 3 bills!) Not quite as easy for a workin' gal like me.  Plus, I'm not one to just buy something expensive and not end up liking it.  I decided to try other alternatives like going from stores like Sirens or Costa Blanca. 

I ended up buying a pair from Urban Behavior and I must say, I'm quite happy with it.  I'm not looking for the brand name as much as I'm trying to find the perfect fit for me and what I'm willing to spend for.

It cost me $39.50 plus HST (damn you HST...bane of my existence!).

The 'mini' season...rockin' it and lovin' it!

beats:: Calvin Harris - Ready for the weekend.

OOTD:: Casual Fridays! *woohoo!* Black Sirens Tanktop, Sirens White Jeans & Black Wilfred shawl.

fave fashion accessory of the day/moment:: Chanel Sunglasses baby!!! let the sunshine in!!!!=)

Lovin' the sunshine on this gorgeous friday...Happy Friday lovelies!~*

It's been so gorgeous the past couple of days that it's hard to believe its only spring...I mean except for the crazy freakish winds once in awhile and the colder breeze during night time lol.  I've been sporting more and more of my spring warm fashions in hopes of encouraging more sunny days!

I've noticed my sudden obsession with mini skirts, having avoided it since my early 20s.  After hitting my mid 20s, I've sort of had this stigma associated with the mini as being abit tacky.  I know, so critical of me! lol. 

I could never had been more wrong!

In the last few months, I've collected a cornucopia of minis!  They range (as per my previous entry) from $15-$60.  I've always inter-mixed cheap with the pricier brands to keep my budget in tact.  Afterall, well-rounded shoppers know that a well-known brand isn't always the best route, and some cheap knock-offs aren't the greatest quality.

The lower price point skirts, I found at Costa Blanca & Urban Behaviour.

The Higher price point minis, Like the ones from BEBE and Bedo are more of my 'fashion investments'.  Though don't get me wrong, even at their higher price points, neither skirt are more than $60 CDN!! They may be higher priced, but they don't break the bank!

I think that with certain trends, its important to realize that some do come back in fashion eventually, but others remain in the past, and therefore before spending a crazy amount of money on something that may only be around for a season, think if it will actually transition into a classical piece that can be integrated into a basic wear or with the regular wardrobe you already have.

Do you have a trendy seasonal piece that you consider to be your 'IT' fashion statement for the season?