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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Monday Muses: Jessica Simpson & Maxwell Johnson

Happy Monday! Hope you're rested from the weekend. I was nursing a cold for all of Saturday but I'm happy to report that I've quickly recovered thanks to some trusty Chinese medicine (that tastes awful but works!). Today's Monday Muses are Jessica Simpson and her daughter, Maxwell. Get inspired by their style below, especially for you mamas out there whose resolution is to focus on you and your style!

For Mama:
1) Ann Taylor pleated wrap top $34.99 USD on sale
2) MICHAEL Michael Kors oversized sunglasses $102.18 CAD
3) Wet Seal cocoon open cardigan $22.50 USD
4) Sam Edelman Empire boots $225.00 USD 
5) White House Black Market full length legging $26.25 USD
6) GUESS gold tone hoop earrings $18.00 CAD

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For Mini-Me:
1) Gap favourite embroidered bodysuit $16.95 CAD
2) Zara knitted bolero $12.99 CAD on sale
3) Robeez booties $36.00 USD
4) Cherokee tulle skirt $14.00 USD
5) Osh Kosh B'gosh grosgrain headband $3.99 USD
6) Gap knit dot tights $12.95 CAD

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Monday Muses: Ali Larter & Theodore MacArthur

Hi Everyone! Can you believe it's already the last Monday of July?! The summer has really flown by! The final Monday Muses for this month are Ali Larter and her son, Theodore. Get their easy summer looks below!

For Mama:
1) Guess by Marciano Michy chambray shirt $158.00 USD
2) Miss Selfridge bleach denim shorts $21.00 USD
3) Full Tilt rhinestone flat top sunglasses $9.99 USD

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For Mini Mister:
1) Old Navy pique polo $5.00 CAD on sale
2) Carters pull-on shorts $5.25 CAD

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My Top 5 Summer Wardrobe Essentials

Summer is my absolute favourite season. The long sunny days, warm nights and laid back attitude calls for easy dressing that's light and colourful. My top 5 go-to pieces in the summer always include breezy maxi dresses, stylish flat sandals, cute little bikinis, chic sunglasses and classic denim shorts. Check out my complete round-up of summer wardrobe essentials after the jump! And Happy 4th of July to my American readers!

1) Forever 21 island print maxi dress $24.80 USD
2) J. Crew Amie striped jersey maxi dress $112.24 USD
3) ONE by Chelsea Flower colourblock strapless maxi dress $235.00 USD
4) Old Navy chiffon tie front maxi dress $19.97 USD on sale (worn by me here)
5) Gap gathered pocket maxi dress $55.96 CAD on sale

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