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During the winter months, I often resort to the most practical shoes, ignoring all of the amazing “works of art” that I’ve acquired, as I want to keep them as safe from the snow and salt as possible. We get so much snow here in Toronto, that turns into gross slush that when mixed with salt is like shoe kryptonite. As the season winds down (hopefully) keep your eyes open for more practical shoes that you’ll be able to wear throughout the season. Buying them on sale and taking care of them with the proper shoe care sprays will allow  you to feel more carefree when walking in the snow.

These amazing boots are by the British label Kurt Geiger, which has an amazing sale going on right now!

Photography by Trevor Negin

Jacket: Pins and Needles, Sweater: Banana Republic, Pants: H&M, Boots: Kurt Geiger, Chain, Topshop

Going for Gold


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Every 2 years Canada gets together and cheers on our most talented athletes  during the Olympic games. When Vancouver, British Columbia hosted them for the 2010 Winter Games, I was fortunate enough to have been there, celebrating our country with the world. There was nothing quite like having people from everywhere joining together in such a beautiful party.

This year Hudson’s Bay made a beautiful collection to support the Canadian team kicking butt during the Olympic happening in Sochi. Check out the beautiful collection here.

Photography by Trevor Negin

Scarf: Hudson’s Bay Olympic Collection, Sweatshirt: Joe Fresh Jeans: Bluenotes, Pumps: vintage Ferragamo

 

 

Year in Review: 2013

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Nineties Nostalgia

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Kids Help Phone x Billy Talent

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Cherry Blossoms

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Fringe Benefits

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Denim For a Cure

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A Fall Affair

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Spring Trainers

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April Showers

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Playsuit Perfection

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Varsity Snow Leopard

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What To Wear To The Holiday Party 

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Kaelen X Sam Roberts Band for Opernation 2013

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After A Storm

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Bright Side

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Youthful Fur

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Je t’aime

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Happy Holidays 2013

I feel so grateful that for everything that has happened in this past year.

Thank you everyone for your support and love!

And thank you to my photographer, best friend and husband, Trevor Negin.

The top trend of the year was plaid.

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The top post of the year was our surprise wedding on August 18. #bandtsurprisewedding
A wedding is the biggest fashion moment for a woman and my J. Mendel gown was the perfect mix of vintage and unexpected enchantment for the morning affair.

Here are more pictures taken by the amazing Brie and Titus of Mango Studios

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Can’t wait to see what adventures we get into in 2014!

xx. b