remix round-up 13-18

I have to say I've found remixing 30 items not only a wee bit limiting, but it has also been a challenge to keep in fresh and interesting. So I have to give kudos to Kendi who is on her 3rd round of the 30 for 30! Also, great job to all the fellow remixers- we're almost done and the mission almost complete!

So, looking at the upside of things, here are some of the great things so far that have come out of the remixing process:

• I've come across interesting blogs in the process of checking out many of the 300-some participants.
• I've also found a little inspiration from other fabulous bloggers (creative ways to layer, particular colours or patterns that caught my eye)
• I've came up with a few new ideas of how to layer and tie accessories in
• I have a greater appreciation for my wardrobe as a whole!

Coming up this week would be the rest of my outfits as well as a blog post on some of my favs from the crowd of remixers!

Mother Nature's mood swings...

The rain is seriously putting a damper on the Holiday cheer. Everytime it snows, it seems that Mother Nature follows up with a rainfall to wash the seasonal decor away. If it's not within a few hours, it'll happen within 24. I can maintain all the other decorations I have put up: the outdoor lights, the garland, the holly-adorned centerpiece; just not the finishing touch: the snow. Come on, it's the only time of the year I tolerate the otherwise evil S-word (haha). One day there's snow in the background of my pictures...the next day I need to seek shelter with my camera because it's raining cats and dogs...

The Outfit

Plaid shirt- Joe Fresh Style (SJ, Oct '10)

Brown-tee- American Eagle (SJ, Oct '10)

Cords- American Eagle (ordered online, Fall '09)

Shoes- Aldo (Halifax, Sept '10)

Belt- from another shirt

Necklace- Swarovski (gifted from B)

Hat- Urban Outfitters (Montreal, June '10)

The Outfit

Blazer- RW & Co. (SJ, May '10)

Top- 03 Everly- Pseudio (SJ, Oct '10)

Skirt- American Apparel (Halifax, April '10)

Pantyhose- Ardene's (SJ, Oct '10)

Necklace- Swarovski (gifted from B)

Booties- Aldo (Toronto, Sept '10)

I have to say, the 30 for 30 Challenge has indeed been a challenge for me! I tend to be running out the door last minute, and sometimes it's not as easy to throw an outfit together under pressure when you have a limited number to choose from- I've been doing my best but I'll be glad to include the rest of my wardrobe again soon!

So, fellow remixers, have you found it easier or harder assembling outfits with only 30 to choose from?

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?

featured...

Tiffany Zangas is a stylish girl with an enthausiam for fashion. Hailing from South Carolina, she has been an avid reader and supporter of style blogs, crediting Maritime Shopaholic as one of her first regular reads! In August, she decided to join the fashion blogging community and create her own personal style blog to express and share her style, outfits, fashion favourites and musings. Lately she has been doing some interesting feature posts on blogs she follows and this week she interviewed yours truly! You can check out the interview on her style blog,
Just Another Shopaholic.

Be sure to check out her very first giveaway! Enter to win a bottle of Orly's "Shine" nail polish by December 5!

P.S. Check back tomorrow for my holiday gift guide, including some suggestions of what to get and where to buy, as requested by NB Culture!

sweater craze...

So I bring you another double feature post of outfits from the 30 for 30 Challenge. As I had mentioned before, I`m a little behind on posting since I`ve also been trying to cover other content of interest that has arisen while doing this challenge!  I might be only posting outfits 16 and 17, but I`m actually on Day 25 out of 30! Six more days to go until I can include the rest of my wardobe back into my day to day wear!

The Outfit

Sweater- In Wear- Peepshow Girly Boutique (Halifax, Spring `08)

Tank- American Eagle (ordered online, Aug `09)

Pants- R&W Co. (SJ, May `10)

Shoes- Aldo (ordered online, Oct `10)

Scarf- American Eagle (SJ, Summer `09)

Headband- Splurge (Halifax, Fall `09)

The Outfit

Sweater- Kensie- Je Suis Prest Boutique (SJ, Sept `10)

Pants- Ricki`s (SJ, Dec `09)

Top- H&M (Toronto, Sept `10)

Belt- Eddie Bauer (Moncton, Aug `06)

Necklace- Banana Republic (Freeport, Nov `10)

Shoes- Nine West (Freeport, Nov `10)

Well fellow remixers, how`s it feel to be almost done? Have you gotten any great outfit ideas or inspiration from other bloggers along the way? I know I have...look for an upcoming post on my favourites from the batch of 337 bloggers doing the 30 for 30 Fashion Challenge!