Buy Less, Choose Well

{ Dress (seen here & worn as a top here) & Vest (last seen here): Target // Sneakers: Keds // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Jewelry: HRH Collection necklace & David Yurman ring // Watch: Nixon // Sunglasses: Prada }

Photos by Eleanor Chow

I've been on a self-imposed shopping "diet" since summer started. I'm making an effort to be more creative with wearing what is already in my closet (this outfit is proof), and keeping myself occupied with other things (like cooking) so that I'm not shopping. It's not to say that I don't buy anything. But the things I do buy are items I believe will stand the test of time and allow me to wear for years to come.

"Buy less. Choose well. Make it last. Quality, not quantity."

- Vivienne Westwood

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Rose Gold

{ Bomber Jacket & Sunglasses: Zara // Tank: HRH Collection // Shorts: OASAP // Boots: Chinese Laundry // Bag: Alexander Wang // Headphones: Frends // Jewelry: Wolf Circus necklace; Oia Jules bracelet; ASOS & JewelMint rings }

Happy Love Day, darlings! What are your plans for today and most importantly, what are you going to wear? As much as I love pink and purple, I'm not usually one to wear either colour head-to-toe or dress up in a super girly frock. My style choice to celebrate Valentine's Day is to mix up edgy with femme. A little crochet meets leather, with hints of rose gold for a touch pink. This is Valentine's Day style just the way I like it. xoxo!

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Do Epic Chic

{ Sequin Hoodie: Forever 21 (old) // T-Shirt: Song of Style for eLuxe // Boyfriend Jeans: Gap // Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors (similar) // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Sunglasses: Karen Walker "Number One" // Necklace: J. Crew }

Photos by Eleanor Chow

The weekend is here and it's a long weekend for us here in British Columbia! Stay warm, have fun and most importantly, #DoEpicChic :)

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Leopard Love

{ Leopard Coat: H&M (old, similar) // Blouse: Old Navy (old) // Boyfriend Jeans: Gap (on sale!) // d'Orsay Flats: Ruche // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs }

The scene: my 4-year-old daughter looking at her gifted leopard-print leggings from her birthday:

"Mommy, what's this?"
"Leopard pants."
"Leopard?! I don't want to be a leopard!"
"You won't become a leopard, it's just a leopard pattern. It's cute!"
"Oh, ok. I like leopard now."

Me too, Charlotte, me too.

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Evolve Love

{ Leather Jacket: H&M The New Icons Collection // Tank: Inner Fire (c/o) // Jeans: Fade to Blue // Shoes: Christian Louboutin // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Sunglasses: Ray-Ban "Wayfarer" }

Today I'm taking yoga wear to the streets! A quick change from yoga pants to white skinny jeans and my trusty pair of black pumps* allows this racerback tank from Inner Fire to do double duty on and off the mat (do you see the hidden word inside the word?). If you're looking for yoga wear that's inspirational, fun and will put a smile on your face, check out Inner Fire's shop! It's full of clever shirt designs like "I'm Just Here for the Savasana," beautiful infinity scarves, and accessories for your yoga lifestyle. What's your favourite piece?

* this post has been submitted to IFB's Project #119: Pump It Up

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Vested

{ Vest: Silence + Noise via Urban Outfitters // Tank Top: GUESS // Shorts: H&M (similar) // Sandals: Fergalicious by Fergie (old, very similar) // Bag: Alexander Wang // Sunglasses: Versace // Necklaces: DIY }

I've recently discovered the versatility of vests. They're a fantastic layering piece and when it's tailored like this one, they pull together an outfit as perfectly as a blazer. A jacket without sleeves is genius for the summer months. Next on my radar to purchase: a denim vest and a sleeveless trench.

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Paradise Cove

{ Jacket: Babaton "Dominic" via Aritzia // Tank: Brandy Melville // Shorts: Talula "Roxie" via Aritzia // Sandals: Kelsi Dagger (similar) // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Sunglasses: Prada // Watch: Nixon // Nail Polish: Essie "Blanc" }

There's nothing like a heat wave to make you feel like you're in a tropical paradise. Wearing this Paradise Cove tank must have invoked the  weather gods because this past Canada Day long weekend was a scorcher. I'm not complaining though. Bring it on, summer! I'm ready.

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Rosy Outlook

{ Blazer & Sweater: H&M (old) // Cargo Pants: Zara // Shoes: Pour La Victoire // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" in rose gold // Sunglasses: Karen Walker "Number One" // Jewelry: HRH Collection Tres Chic necklace; Oia Jules bracelet }

Photographed by Eleanor Chow

Since the weather decided to go back in time to what looks like winter, I'm pulling these photos out that were taken in February and were all but forgotten. Sadly, I don't even own the sweater and pants I'm wearing in this outfit anymore (the sweater snagged like crazy and the zipper broke on the cargos), and Eleanor moved out of her apartment, which means this is the last you'll see of this balcony and its view. But things are still coming up roses! All the rosy-toned pieces in this outfit are here to stay and summer solstice is tomorrow.  Best. Season. Ever.

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Monday Muses: Kristin Cavallari & Camden Jack Cutler

Does anyone remember The Hills? I bashfully admit that I still miss watching it on TV (it was definitely my guilty pleasure). I was always on Team LC but since Kristin Cavallari is the first mama from the show, I'm showcasing her style and that of her cutie, Camden.

Shop Mama: Charlotte Russe Body-Con Dress $18.99 || Rose Gold Watch $20.00 || Chinese Laundry Leather Wedges $149.95 || Alexander Wang Rocco Bag $895.00

Shop Mini-Mister: Carter's Baby Boy Striped Polo Romper $9.99

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Be Free

{ Sweatshirt: Old Navy // Camouflage Jeans: G21 (last seen here; obsessed with this pair!) // Shoes: Christian Louboutin // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" // Sunglasses: Prada // Jewelry: DIY necklace (similar); INPINK ring (c/o); bracelet from Mexico }

Thank you to everyone who entered my iPANEMA flip flops giveaway! To find out if you won, click here.

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Studded

{ Denim Jacket: Mexx (old) // Striped Top: H&M // Faux Leather Skater Skirt: ASOS // Belt: Old Navy // Boots: ShoeMint "Francoise" // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" in rose gold // Jewelry: Joe Fresh necklace; HRH Collection ring }

If you've been reading my blog for a while, it comes as no surprise that I love a little stud detail. These boots I bought from ShoeMint are a new favourite because of the buckles and of course, the studs. On another note, getting a successful twirling photo is not as easy as I thought it would be! I'm going to need to practice and try this again next time.

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Rhinestone Skulls

{ Blazer, Tee & Wax Coated Jeans: H&M // Scarf: Zara // Shoes: Charles David // Bag: Alexander Wang "Rocco" in rose gold // Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs // Jewelry: H&M necklace; BCBG ring }

{ Photographed by Eleanor Chow }

Skulls have been making an impact on fashion for quite some time and I've grown to love them, especially when they're encrusted with rhinestones. The extra bling makes the skulls edgy and girly at the same time, which is how I like to style my outfits on a lot of occasions. Plus, a little extra sparkle is always a welcome addition to my wardrobe.

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