black & white...

Last Friday, we finally got out hands on our wedding photos! We went out to KV to pick up the DVD containing 1200+ shots from our photographer, Lynette Mason of Mason Photography. We're really happy with the variety and quality of photographs and feel they really do represent our wedding day!

On our way back into Saint John, we made a pit stop at the Rothesay Commons to use the beautiful greenery and stone bridges as back drops for outfit photos! It's actually the perfect spot my friend Kate has choosen for her labour day weekend wedding coming up!   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Outfit

• Dress: Numph- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, July '10)
• Cardigan: Dynamite (gifted from Katie, Nov '10)
• Pearl bracelet: Le Chateau (Halifax, Fall '07)
• Sandals: Sam Edelman- Piperlime (ordered online, July '11)
• Purse: Coach (Toronto, Sept '10)

I'll be sure to share a few of our favourite wedding photos next week! Now all this wedding talk now has me thinking what am I going to wear to Kate's wedding...



multipattern harmony..

So I'll admit, I've sort of bended the rules for the 30 for 30 challenge.  I realized a few flaws in my choices that was making it difficult to maximize my 30 items to their full potential. I've decided to swap out a few items- but only because they have not been worn to date....so technically, I still won't be wearing more than 30 items in 30 days! So I hope this might remedy my offense...

I have a hard time committing to clothing selections in advance- just ask anyone who has seen my packing. Disaster. So the problems I have encountered: I threw in a pair of wedges and a pair of cage heels into my 6 picks for shoes, but as much as I love heals- I don't wear them day to day because they are not practical for my job. (Hence why you are always seeing me in those black flats!) I've traded them both in for 2 pairs of flats:

And the pink dress with black knit overlay: I forgot how short it was and it just has not been a practical choice for day to day wear! It does look super cute with pink pantyhose and a long sleeved black tee under neath, but unfortunately not appropriate for day to day. I swapped it with another dress than is easily paired with leggings:

I have to admit, the 30 for 30 is really making me miss other items from my closet! I no longer take my extended wardrobe for granted, that's for sure! And now, without further delay, I give you my next outfit as part of the 30 for 30:

The Outfit:

Dress- Buttons- Francesca (Portland, Nov '10)

Sweater- Dynamite (gifted from Katie)

Leggings- TNA- Aritzia (Toronto, Sept '08)

Belt- Chinese Laundry- Je Suis Pest Boutique (SJ, Oct '10)

Shoes- Michael Kors- StyleSense (Toronto, Sept '08)

Necklace- Forever21 (Portland, Nov '10)

I have to admit, my black leggings have become a little thinner for wear and I am definitely going to need thicker ones for the weather! I'm looking for a pair with quality thickness in the material as well as a thicker waist band. If you could leave a comment as to where you've gotten your favourite leggings from, I'd really appreciate the suggestions!

rain, rain go away...

I've lost track of how many consecutive days it's been raining now. I overheard a women at body pump class the other night say she saw Noah's Ark on her drive over to the gym. The first couple of days the temperature was at least warmer, but now the showers, interspersed with downpours, are accompanied by a nasty chilling wind. Hence why today's pictures were shot indoors....precipitation is really hindering choice for photo location. (What I am going to do once our typical Maritime winter hits...?)

On the up side of things, The Weather Network promises dry skies and perhaps a glimse of the sun today!

The Outfit

Animal print cardigan: Dynamite (gifted from Katie; Nov '10)
Tank: American Eagle (ordered online, Aug '09)
Dress pants: Ricki's (SJ, Dec '09)
Shoes: Aldo (ordered online, Oct '10)
Heart locket: Splurge (Halifax, May '08)
Headband: Splurge (Halifax, Fall '09)


I promise...tomorrow's post I'll move on from these black flats! On Friday, look for a blog post that will appeal to your sweet tooth! ;)