Style Rhapsody

January 11, 2012

What's in My Bag

Here's a peek inside one of my favourite bags, a buttery soft, black quilted leather purse with gold hardware by BCBG Max Azria. It's the perfect size for holding all of my essential items and is tough enough to take on the abuse of everyday wear.

Clockwise from left:

iPod and cell phone
Make-up bag (contents below)
JJ Cole diaper caddy (since Charlotte's not quite potty-trained yet)
Coin purse
Marc by Marc Jacobs wallet
Facial tissue
Sony digital camera
True Blue Spa hand cream
Fabric pouch containing club cards, gift cards, etc.

Inside my make-up bag. Apparently I can't decide on just a couple of lip products so I carry six, along with my Chanel powder foundation.

And just for fun, this is what's inside Charlotte's bag (yes, she has one too). Just one essential that every 2-year-old needs: a cell phone.

January 09, 2012

Monday Muses: Nicole Richie & Harlow Madden

How cute is little Harlow with mama Nicole Richie? I love their cozy, coordinating looks that are comfy and perfect for a mommy/daughter coffee date (of course, just water or juice for the little one but you knew that).

For Mama:
1. Joe Fresh pocket v-neck tee $12 CAD
2. Ralph Lauren woven fringe scarf $29.99 USD on sale
3. Aldo Rabon hat $15 CAD
4. ASOS cat eye sunglasses $28.13 CAD
5. American Eagle skinny jean $39.97 CAD
6. Aldo Casterline bag $55 CAD
7. SoftMoc mocha fringe moccasins $64.99 CAD on sale
8. Forever 21 cardigan $27.80 CAD

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For Mini-Me:
1. H&M top $7.95 CAD
2. The Children's Place ruffle cardigan sweater $24.95 CAD
3. Zara polka dot leggings $12.99 CAD on sale
4. Gymboree gem bow patent shoe $25.99 USD on sale

January 06, 2012

For the Love of Fashion

{ Faux Fur Vest & Jeggings: H&M // Sweater: Zara // Boots: Kensie // Bag: Coach // Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs // Watch: ToyWatch // Jewelry: HRH Collection necklace and bracelet (similar here); JewelMint Saber Tooth ring }

{ Photographed by Eleanor Chow }

These photos were taken the day before New Year's Eve, when the weather was threatening our shoot. The dark clouds were quickly blanketing the sky but we managed to take these photos right before the rain starting falling. It wasn't the warmest afternoon yet I was determined to wear my new bellowed sleeve Zara sweater and H&M faux fur vest (seen in this post) without a coat. It's not the first time I've forgone more "weather-appropriate" attire for the sake of looking more stylish. But it's worth it when it's for fashion, right?

January 03, 2012

January Photo a Day Challenge

If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram you may have noticed that I've joined fat mum slim's Photo a Day Challenge for the month of January. I'm four days in and it's been a lot of fun. Not only is it motivation to take more photos, but it's also inspiring creativity and commitment. I'll be compiling all 31 photos at the end of the challenge into a blog post, so stay tuned for the collage in February. And if you're participating in the challenge, leave your Twitter or Instagram name in the comments section so that I can check out your photos!

January 02, 2012

Monday Muses: Sarah Jessica Parker & Marion Broderick

Happy New Year loves! The first post of the year falls on a Monday, which means it's time for Monday Muse fashion. Today I'm featuring Sarah Jessica Parker with her daughter Marion, in casual outfits that are cute and easy to emulate.