Showing posts with label kensie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kensie. Show all posts

Monday, September 5, 2011

labour day sales...



It seems everytime there is a long weekend, all online shops seem to be tempting us  with savings that are pretty hard to resist. Labour day weekend is no exception. My inbox has been filling up with sale notices since Friday! Since I can't possible afford to take advantage of them all, I thought I'd share them with you...

  • Aerie: 40% off plus free shipping with discount code "28678011"
  • Aldo- 10% off all shoes and free shipping plus an extra 25% off sale items
  • Alternative Apparel- 20% off all tanks with promo code "TANK20"
  • American Eagle- 40% off plus free shipping with discount code "28678011"
  • Club Monaco- 30% off already reduced merchandise  
  • Gap- up to 40% off (and free shipping every day)
  • H&M- print coupon to get 25% off  one pair of pants or jeans (Expires 18/09/11)
  • Kensie- get 40% off everything with code "FALLINLOVE"
  • LuLu's- an extra 25% off all sale items with discount code "25onSALE"
  • Steve Madden- save 30% off with code "FALL30"

 So if you feel like doing a little shopping, hop to it, because most of these discounts end tonight!




Tuesday, May 24, 2011

wedding shower...



Today marks a week from two events: my last blog post before my wedding and the last day to enter the Urban Shoe Myth Giveaway! So be sure to get your entries in before the deadline to win that $100 gift certificate! A new pair of beautiful shoes could be in your future!

Below is the outfit I wore to my family wedding shower hosted at my grandmother's house. Although my last single girl post comes next Tuesday, don't worry, I won't be leaving you hanging! Until I return from the last minute wedding prep, nuptial celebrations, mini vacation, and then the aftermath I will be leaving you in excellent hands! Some of my favourite girls with great style will be filling in with guests posts while I'm away!



The Outfit
  • Dress: Red Berries- Sweet Pea Boutique (Halifax, Feb '11)
  • Sweater: Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Dec '09)
  • Necklace: ESquared- Silver Daisy Designs (SJ, May '11)
  • Wedges: Aldo (ordered online, Spring '10)

The rose in the photos above comes from the dozen B was sweet enough to give me for our 4 year anniversary a little over a week ago. What girl doesn't love getting flowers?


  

Monday, April 18, 2011

i love coco...

...is what my Maison Scotch t-shirt reads. This is what broke the straw off the camel's back and caused me to spoil my shopping fast. (So I guess it's fair to say it was more of a shopping diet...) Maison Scotch is a new favourite brand of mine (found within the confines of Envy), with their cute t-shirts, button-ups, and blazers- each having a unique, quirky add-on to the piece (whether it be a necklace, handkerchief pocket square, or bow tie). In this case, my Chanel lovin' tee came with the dandelion necklace that hangs around my neck in the photos below.

Finally, my hair is long enough that I can pull it into a ponytail or a bun without stick a million bobby pins into my scalp. I'm really only growing it out for the purpose of a wedding day updo- only to have it chopped off again. When it get's this long, it's harder to hold a curl, and becomes a big mass that just gets in my face, therefore I spend most of my time wearing it up. Keeping it shorter makes me accountable for actually styling my hair and not defaulting to the easy way out. This look I like to call my ballerina hair-do. Keep in mind that I'm neither graceful nor did my ballet training extend past the age of 4.








The Outfit

T-shirt: Maison Scotch- Envy (SJ, Apr '11)
Cardigan: Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Dec '09)
Jeggings: Guess- Envy (SJ, Dec '10)
Flats: Blowfish- Little Burgundy (Toronto, May '09)
Purse: Fossil- Manchester (gifted from B, Dec '10)


Loitering outside the bottom entrance of the Alehouse, this outfit I wore on a wedding-errand Saturday with B. We had just embarked on an early supper, having visited floral designer Sandra Miller to pick out and plan flowers for the wedding and completed the task of registering at Decor8 in Brunswick Square (we also registered at Sears). Tuesday afternoon we head out to Rothesay to round out our wedding registries with PGal's Closet!  








Friday, March 18, 2011

blue peacock...


Last Friday, I sat across the table from Patience Cole at Starbucks, chatting about style and hair accessories. It's always awesome to meet an entrepreneurial woman in Saint John who is passionate about what she does- and I've had the pleasure of meeting many within the last year!

Patience creates unique hairpieces and started her own business, Band Geek, a couple of years ago. Patience's face lights up as she talks about her work and pursuing a career she loves. She uses non-typical and creative materials to create her headbands, sold at local stores in KV as well as her online Etsy Store. Patience kindly made me the headband featured with the outfit below- she created the piece by getting ideas from the outfit posts of my blog.   

The Outfit
  • Head band- c/o Band Geek (Feb '11)
  • Top- Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Dec '09)
  • Leggings- C'est Moi- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Nov '10)
  • Boots- Aldo (gifted from my parents, Dec '09)
  • Necklace- Splurge (Halifax, May '08)

Her latest project involves helping to raise funds towards the rescue and relief efforts in Japan. Taking inspiration from Japanese prints, fashions, and fabrics, for every headband she sells from this collection, $1 will go to help those in Japan who have lost so much. Be sure to check out Band Geek's current selection of head bands and hair accessories and stay tuned for Patience's Japanese styled pieces. 

Writing this blog over the past year as given the opportunity to meet so many great people, Patience being one of them! I especially love meeting creatives in the city with a mutual interest in fashion and style.





Thursday, February 17, 2011

Colonel Mustard...

...did it with the candlestick in the observatory!

I know, you must be incredibly tired of listening to me whine about the snow, cold, and the blistering wind on the east coast here. Because of yesterday's weather, outfit photos outside were a no-go...there was no way I was taking off my coat and mitts!

And speaking of outfit photos, I'm excited to have local photographer Sean McGrath snap my outfit photos (featuring a few new wardrobe additions) this Saturday! This weekend is fairly jam-packed! Saturday I'm subject my hair to a long overdue cut and colour, followed by the afternoon's photo shoot. That evening I'm looking forward to a girls night out uptown, anticipating that we'll end the night with a few dance moves at the Canterbury Lounge. Sunday morning, I'll be pulling myself out of bed bright and early and lugging my previously-loved items to Rhoda's for Out with the Old & In with the New! (I still need to do a final pull of items from my closests...the fact that closet is plural is largely why I need to clean out my closet again!) Hope to see you there!


The Outfit
  • Sweater: Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Sept '10)
  • Dress: ModCloth (ordered online, Jan '11)
  • Leggings: C'est Moi- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Oct '10)
  • Boots: Aldo (ordered online, Oct '09)
  • Necklace: Banana Republic (Freeport, Nov '10)
  • Headband: Club Monaco (Halifax, July '10)

Also worth mentioning: are you going to The Salty's (celebrating Saint John's social media community) tonight at the Saint John Ale House? (The event runs from 5pm-7pm). I'll be jaunting across town to get there after work today! Check out all the talk generated about these media award nominees on twitter via the hastag #saltys.

Don't forget to check back later today to find out the winners of the Silver Daisy Designs Giveaway! Thanks again to the lovely Kate Lordon sponsoring this giveaway by providing the beautiful jewellery set and giftcard to her store! I've also got another surprise for you all tomorrow...



Monday, February 14, 2011

february florals...

I intend to make greater efforts in making my back drops a little more interesting or appealing than my living room wall. I have to admit, the winter cold has been a bit discouraging and I'm a bit of a wuss when it comes to dropping temperatures. It's been a few years since I've seen this much snow and banks this high.


 

The Outfit
  • Floral top: Do & Be- Silver Daisy Designs (SJ, Jan '11) 
  • White shirt: American Eagle (SJ, Winter '09)
  • Skinny cargos: Paige- Envy (SJ, Sept '10)
  • Sweater: Kensie (won in online contest, Oct '10)
  • Boots: Aldo (gifted from parents, Dec '09)

But the nature of my backgrounds isn't the only goal I've recently considered when it comes to my blog and content. If anyone was present at the Independent Fashion Bloggers Evolving Influence Conference in NYC last Thurday (so jealous!) or, like me, tuned into the livestream, I'm sure you won't hesitate to agree that the words of advice and insight served from the panel discussions were valuable and inspiring. I know it's made me jumpstart a brainstorm, tap into my inner creativity, and start a list of to-dos.

With the word blogger becoming saturated term, it takes real work to find your niche, talk about something you know, and continously work at improving your blog...all the mean while trying to stay with, or even ahead of the curve. A blog needs to be attractive to your readers to keep their attention. And IFB's conference content, presented some novel ideas (to me) to inspire some upcoming changes you will see on my blog!


P.S. Happy Valentine's Day!



Monday, January 31, 2011

mother earth...

I was so pumped when I opened my mailbox last week to find the package from We Love Colors I was awaiting. One of my style goals since stating my New Year's resolutions has been to try and incorporate more coloured tights into my outfits. Ever since seeing these rust coloured tights on Jen (of Jen Loves Kev)- I was intrigued to try them out myself! Kindly We Love Colors sent me a pair to style in my own way!

What do you wear with the colour burnt orange? I decided to go natural a la nature and pull in a metallic sheen for highlighting.

This outfit got a work-out Friday evening: a double date dinner with friends Chamila and Brent at new uptown restaurant Decimal 81 (which I will fondly give two thumbs up), followed by a house party at my friend Joel's, and then rounding out the night to see the awesome band Three Sheet at Peppers Pub. Comes to show you there is a lot you can do in an evening in uptown Saint John.








The Outfit
  • Tights: c/o We Love Colors (Jan '11)
  • Dress: Lovelygirl- Twisted Muse (Halifax, July '10)
  • Sweater: Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Dec '09)
  • Belt: American Eagle (SJ, 6-7 yrs ago)
  • Necklace: gifted from Kristen (Dec '10)
  • Shoes: Aldo (ordered online, Spring '10)

Stay tuned this week because I have an amazing giveaway coming up this Wednesday. You'll want in on this one. I have so much up and coming things to share this spring! Just you wait.




Friday, December 3, 2010

Holiday Look Book

Surrounding this time of the year, there is always a party to go to, holiday dinners, friends gathering together. Most of us love an opportunity to dress up and look our best. During the Holidays, there are multiple occasions that you are going to want to look fabulous and chic. I've pulled 30 of my favourite looks and trends to showcase for Holiday-wear. Just some of my personal favs I'd like to share!

In my opinion, this in one of the best times of the year: holiday cheer, the parties, get-togethers, goodies and egg nog with close friends and family. My favourite trend right now for the Holidays is the lady-like look, with feminine silhouettes, as well as glitter and metallics, rich hues, cozy neutrals, and hints of texture to boot.



 1.   Aryn K sequin dress- Piperlime, $89; (similar dress- Je Suis Prest Boutique
 2.   LA Made drape dress- Piperlime, $44.99
 3.   BB Dakota dress- ModCloth, $109.99; instore at Je Suis Prest Boutique
 4.   Kensie matte jersey dress- Kensie online store, $58; Je Suis Prest Boutique
 5.   Kensie ruffled lace dress- Kensie online store, $118





6.   Beckoning Bistro top- ModCloth, $67.99
 7.   Elizabeth and James beaded Tokyo top- Piperlime, $375
 8.   Marc by Marc Jacobs Pandora sweater- Piperlime, $268
 9.   It's in the Zag top- ModCloth, $39.99
10.  Monrow pintuck chiffon top- Piperlime, $106.99


11.  Free People Serena's sleeveless vest- Piperlime, $98
12.  Juicy Couture faux fur vest- Piperlime, $159
13.  MM Couture leather jacket- Piperlime, $237
14.  Free People Napoleon cardigan- Piperlime, $148
15.  Tulle faux fur jacket- Piperlime, $75






16.  RW & Co. corduroy leggings- instore at RW & Co.
17.  Joe's Jeans riding pant- Piperlime, $76
18.  Striking Gold Skirt- ModCloth, $44.99
19.  J Brand velveteen leggings- Piperlime, $178
20.  Vince mixed media legging- Piperlime, $97





21.  Steve Madden Caryssa platform pumps- Piperlime, $129
22.  Calvin Klein Colette animal print pumps- Piperlime, $109.99
23.  Badgely Mischka Fuller pumps- Piperlime, $149.99
24.  L.A.M.B Plum wedges- Piperlime, $275
25.  Nine West Exposure- Piperlime, $89






26.  ESquared silver statement necklace- ESquared Jewels, $50
27.  Dressed Up to Dazzle earrings- ModCloth, $19.99
28.  Esquared floral necklace- ESquared Jewels
29.  Forever 21 Spiraling bead and rhinestone bracelet- Forever 21 online; $7.80
30.  Esquared floral necklace- ESquared Jewels


Add some festivity to your ensemble through rich textures that have a luxurious appeal to them: satin, suede, sequins, fur, feathers, lace. I chose to display mostly skinny pants/leggings/jeggings for bottoms, because they tend to be of a stretchy, comfortable material that is great for being in relax mode but not sacrificing style. They are paired easily with billowy blouses, loose sweaters and lovely tunics. Comfortable pieces in soft neutrals are great for dinners, family gatherings, and gift exchanges.

For nights out and parties, I would suggest going for glam, chic look- an opportunity to wear a dress in a metallic sheen, a deep jewel tone, or a sport a new LBD. Accessorize and add a statement piece of jewelry (my favourite is a fabulous, bold necklace). Throw on coloured tights (if your dress is a neutral colour) or patterned hosiery and a finish the look with a fabulous pair of heels.

For outerwear, I've followed some of the major trend-lines: add instant glamour to an outfit with sequin details or some faux fur that will also keep you warm this time of year! A leather jacket is an easy way to add an "effortless cool" feel to an outfit that is casual or dressy.

For jewelry, I chose items that have shine, glitter, or a some other wow factor to them. It's the holidays- everything is either lit up or decorated to catch the eye!
These are just 30 items I might suggest- just a few ideas to try for mixing and matching with your current wardrobe! What are your favourite looks for the Holidays?