cats and dogs...

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...well raining them, I mean. That's what happened on Saturday, along with a Starbucks coffee date, followed by shopping uptown with friends. When these photos were taken on the deck later that afternoon, it was pouring...hard! Somehow I always manage to wear the longest jeans I own on wet, puddle days...

The Outfit

• Jeans: J Brand- Envy (SJ, May '11)
• Top: Abercrombie & Fitch (Bangor, Aug '07)
• Wedge sandals: Calvin Klein- Manchester Shoe Salon (SJ,
• Necklace: H&M (Toronto, Dec '08)
• Feather earring: Little Burgundy (Montreal, June '10)
• Leather cuff: ESquared Jewels- Silvery Daisy Designs (SJ, June '11)
• Purse: Coach (Toronto, Sept '10)

After wearing my Guess jeggings every chance I got this Spring, I decided it was time to bring the real denim back into my wardrobe. I realize I never captured what my shoes like in these photos...refer here. I typically cannot find pants that are long enough. It was after I was lucky to score these J Brands on sale that I realized I needed to wear a 4" heel like these Calvin Klein wedges to not drag my hemline in the dirt! For a girl with a 33-34" inseam, it's a bit unusual!

People may have heard me looking for models last week on Facebook and Twitter for a photoshoot. Last week a couple of volunteers agreed to let me dress them up in the neon and neutral trend for the Brunswick Square fashion blog. Be sure to check that post out here later today and stay tuned for my behind-the-scenes look at that photoshoot here on my own blog tomorrow morning!

 

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My Shoe Collection (Part 1)

So last week I mentioned that I was going to show you my collection of shoes and what I currently own. I've decluttered my closests and narrowed it down only to what I currently wear. The rest will be coming with me to Rhoda's Flea Market on Sunday, February 20 (Saint John's fashionable ladies will be bringing their closets to the Exhibit Park again to find new homes for their pre-loved items...stay tuned!)

With almost 40 piecs of footwear currently in rotation, I thought I'd start off by sharing my heels! One of my resolutions this year has been to "Wear more heels in 2011 and add more wedges/platforms to my collection."
And even with 17 pairs of heels in my spare room closet (which I'm lucky enough that B is letting me currently transform it into a dressing room!)

1. Aldo  2. Unisa  3. Spring  4. Calvin Klein  5. Spring 

6. Aldo  7. Guess  8. Guess  9. Guess  

1. Stuart Weitzman  2. Aldo  3. Nine West  4. Aldo 

5. Aldo  6. Nine West  7. Nine West  8. Aldo

Ok...I love all these shoes, but I'm now noticing a little repetition- there may be good colour variety, but I do not need any more pointy toe pumps, that's for sure! This year I want to expand into more wedges and platforms and really take some risks with my footwear- let's try some edgier stuff!

 So here's to trying something a little different in 2011!

Tomorrow I'm going to share with you someone's shoe closet that I would love to explore... ;)

TTFF (6): On the wild side...

Top Trends: Fall Fashion (Post #6)

I'm sure you've noticed by now that faux fur is back in full force- a bold statement with a (literally) soft feel that I've fallen hard for- I've added three pieces to my wardrobe this fall. Maybe it's because of all the Rachel Zoe Project I've been watching, I'm not sure. Anyways, if you have ever watched you will know that fur pieces are a Rachel thing: they add instant glam to an outfit (if styled right). And it's not just one furry animal that's popular to imitate: we have a variety of rich, thick faux pieces:

The first two jackets are actually pulled from Rachel Zoe's picks on Piperlime:

Natalia

Loeffler Randall

While a vest is perfect for laying in the milder weather of fall, a faux fur coat will sure be cozy and warm once the winter breezes blow.

Loft

Free People

Jessica (Marvelous Things) shares tips on how to style faux fur.

Tiffany (Just Another Shopaholic) comments on how to wear a fur vest.

Designers have even incorporated faux fur or shearling trim along the hoods of jackets or along the cuffs of shoes: it dresses up an item, adds a little texture. 

          Sam Edelman                        Nine West

                                                    

Animal prints add a bit of pop or boldness to an outfit, but the key is not to overindugle: little bits here and there to accessorize a look rather than hijack it with spots and stripes.

Layer it in...

Joie

Rebecca Taylor

                                          

Bag it or clutch it...

              

                                         Abas                                             Street Level

Melie Biano                               Foley + Corrina

                                     

Or let your feet take a walk on the wild side...

      

Calvin Klein                         Ralph Lauren

       

L.A.M.B                             Jessica Simpson

       

Nine West                              Steve Madden

                          

 Check out how these fellow bloggers brought out their wild sides: 

Anna Katrina (Passport Glamour)

Ashley (Breakfast at Saks)

Frickys (Fric Chic)

Kelly (The Glamourai)

Kristina (Pretty Shiny Sparkly) 

Nicole (Le Mode Du Jour)

Niki (A Haute Mess)

bounty at the bay...

Sunday, we shopped the 3rd floor of the Bay at Dundas Square in downtown Toronto. Many a beautiful things were spotted, many of which were a bit out of my price range. According to my BFF Kristen, the Bay had been recently remodeled to offer a upscale display of hot designers on their 3rd floor.

One section was dedicated to one of my favourite labels (also found on the racks of Je Suis Prest at home), Free People. I love the beautiful patterns, soft materials, and bohemian style.

Then there was Halston Heritage, for which Sarah Jessica Parker is the Creative Advisor for. The clothing had a very Carrie Bradshaw feeling to them.

(The shiny wall catches my reflection!)

Layouts were designated for Rachel Roy's Signature and Rachel lines. The Rachel Roy Signature line has many beautiful luxe items, but they come with a heftier price tag.

Rachel Roy's RACHEL line is a bit more affordable. There were many items I would have loved to take home with me!

I absolutely love this scripted blouse!

I eventually decided to go without the blouse, but I realized I could hook hangers to my new Coach purse and still shop hands free!

Sarah browsing BCBG's racks...

As you go further back on the 3rd floor, the lines become a bit more affordable. There was also a section was designated to Bench apparel...

Esprit

Guess

Calvin Klein

Me trying on a funky hair band that was originally over $100 in price!

We even found Pink Tartan!

And then there is a section called The Room featuring designer items that would all easily be over $500. Needless to say, we didn't bother torturing ourselves! haha.