12.08.2014

Wrinkle-Vanishing

We've all been there.
You have a presentation at work, a speech to give at school, a party, a family get together with your aunt who always finds something wrong with what you're wearing #notbitter

What do you do when that one outfit you want to wear is wrinkled?
I usually (and by usually I mean always) end up choosing something else because I am too lazy/too uninformed/too scared to take out the dreaded IRON.

I am absolutely terrified of ironing! I have heard too many tales about shirts with scorch marks and stubborn wrinkles that just refuse to come out. So I either give the ironing to my mother, or insist that wrinkled clothes is a new trend.

Then I was shown different ways to get my ironing done. I was recently told about a collaboration between Ghergich Connect and Alight Fashion. In their post, not only do they simplify ironing and give helpful little tips into order to avoid, say, burning your SO's fav shirt, but they also list numerous alternatives for those of us who a) are too afraid to actually use an iron or b) don't have access to an iron at all (*cough cough* university students *cough cough*). My fav alternatives are putting ice or a damp cloth in the dryer, utilizing the steam from a hot shower, and using a hair straightener on the collars and cuffs. Genius!

Go check out the post here!!

Till next time babes Xx.

11.21.2014

Monthly Favourites


1. Shoes: Brogues. I have worn my brogues so much this past month! They are classy and easily dressed up or down, and also surprisingly comfortable. And because they cover my entire foot, my feet stay warm.

2. Clothes: Parka. As the weather here in BC quickly gets more and more frigid, I am surrounding myself with as many warm objects as possible, whether that be jumpers, scarves, tea, or my boyfriend 
(#goodforsomething #jokes)

3. Food: Tea. I have always loved having a cup of tea after work or school. But this month I went a little crazy. On average, I think I had 3 cups of tea a day...maybe 4. I have been really loving Tetley's Vanilla Earl Grey tea, and I have been recently introduced to Stash's Apple Cinnamon tea (even though I hate apple cider, I love this tea!)

4. Accessories: Infinity scarves. I got a black knit infinity scarf from H&M back in October and it hasn't left my neck since! Having a scarf around your neck keeps you so warm and toasty!

5. Music: Ed Sheeran & Clean Bandit. I have always enjoyed listening to Ed Sheeran, but recently a friend of mine introduced me to Clean Bandit's New Eyes album and it is AMAZING! Even though it's sound is so electronic, it's not bassy, so it works great for study music or just some great jams.

6. Beauty: eye makeup. I have been keeping my makeup routine painfully simple these past couple weeks, but I always have to have well defined eyebrows. I also can never leave my house without mascara on; I do not look awake without it.

11.19.2014

Building a Christmas List

Today a friend of mine messaged me, asking "what fashion type objects" could she get me for Christmas. I have been so wrapped up in school and final projects and exams lately that I had not thought about Christmas and accounted for (potential) delivery time.

So, in the spirit of the forthcoming holidays, I have put together a preliminary Christmas list that will definitely get built on and added onto in the next few weeks, so stay tuned for updates!
Xx.


1. LoveClothing Green Tartan Dress & Collared Dress
2. BlackFive Cardigan & Leather-Panelled Dress
3. Zara Romper & Long Dress
4. Forever 21 Wedge Booties 

11.13.2014

Black & White & 50 Shades of Grey

If someone asked you what was the biggest fashion event of 2014, what would you say? Would you pick one of the countless fashion shows? Which would you choose? Rebecca Minkoff? Mulberry? Burberry, perhaps? Or maybe even Topshop? 

But what about...H&M?

This fall H&M launched a collaboration with word-renowned designer Alexander Wang. And the collection speaks to the inner bad-ass in all of us!

I love the black, white & varying shades of grey that make up the colour scheme, and the little details, like wrap-around dresses and bralettes, and reflective leggings, are amazing!

Here are some ways that I have styled my favourite pieces from the Alexander Wang x H&M collaboration Xx.
 Alexander Wang x H&M dress and booties
 Alexander Wang x H&M crop sweatshirt
 Alexander Wang x H&M bralettecoat, & booties
 Alexander Wang x H&M bralette
 Alexander Wang x H&M skirt & bralette
Alexander Wang x H&M dress