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
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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
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Kids Help Phone x Billy Talent
What To Wear To The Holiday Party
Kaelen X Sam Roberts Band for Opernation 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.
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
Can’t wait to see what adventures we get into in 2014!
xx. b
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Fashion Magazine asked about the colour grey this week. My kitten Monkey is,without question, my favourite grey item in my life, so I’ve decided to feature her not only in the post but as a new page on the blog. When you want to see pictures of my kitten please check out her page on the top right hand corner of the site!
During the holiday season, there is really no better feeling than that of giving. A gift is something that is both special for everyone, and to see the joy that your kindness brings to others is truly breathtaking.
This season give a gift that means a little more. Billy Talent and Bluenotes have teamed up and designed a limited edition graphic tee, with all proceeds going to Kids Help Phone. The tee is only $10 and makes the perfect stocking stuffer.
Over the past 16 years Bluenotes has already raised over $1.6 million dollars for Kids Help Phone! So buy a tee, give a gift and help a kid! Available both in-store and online.
Photography by Trevor Negin
Tee: Bluenotes, Moto Jacket: Danier, Faux Fur Stole: London Fog, Trousers: Joe Fresh, Necklaces: Fenton Fallon & vintage, heels: vintage Ferragamo.
Fashion Magazine asked the style panel what to wear for the many holiday events that are coming up this month. I fell head-over-heels in love with the Isabel Marant pour H&M that came out last month and knew it be perfect for the easy and effortless work-to-play kind of day. Here is what I said to Fashion Magazine.
Photography by Trevor Negin
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Trevor, my husband, for sure thinks I’ve gone mad. I went out shopping in London #eurotrippinwithboo (watch the trip on instagram) and picked up this snazzy leather backpack.
I was the girl throughout high school and university that lugged around a giant tote. I was working at Roots at the time, so I had their leather yoga tote, which allowed for a yoga mat (or in my case, an art roll) to fit in the front. I have since had zero relationship with backpacks, and often questioned their roll in fashion.
Well, this season, I think he’s right, I’ve gone mad (maybe we all have) but my number one must-get for this Euro trip, was in fact, a leather backpack – ideal for finishing the trip with. So while adventuring on my own I walked through the markets in Camden Town, I fell head-over-heels in love with this mushroom grey one.
I often feel about 12 years old while wearing it, but this season I will use this youthful accessory to add playfulness and practicality to my style.
Photography by the judgemental husband Trevor Negin
Coat: Sandro Paris, Dress: CÖ by Janine Sudduth, Earrings: Erickson Beamon, Backpack: Camden Town Market, London. , Heels: Pierre Hardy. Polka dot tights: Joe fresh
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Pink, this season’s most unexpected trend, is what Fashion Magazine asked their style panel to discuss this week. This is what I said.
Coat, Proenza Schouler. Dress, H&M. Shoes, Carven Par Robert Clergerie. Anklet, Fenton Fallon. Purse, Roots.
Photography by Trevor Negin
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This season, we aren’t putting away our floral patterns quite yet. The unexpected fall print is being paired with plaid for a 90s vibe. I am totally loving the fall floral, and it allows me to not store these happy prints in my storage for the season.
Photography by Trevor Negin ft: monkey the kitty
Jacket: Danier, Shirts (including the plaid one tied around my waist) Joe Fresh. Skirt: Topshop Heels: Pierre Hardy, Watch: Michael Kors Tote: Roots Canada Necklace: Topshop
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Fashion Magazine asked their style panel to discuss statement accessories and how to wear them this season. For me, it’s usually about the shoes. Classic quality bags, simple yet edgy jewellery usually, and super cool, unique, or strangely comfortable) shoes. Here is what I said.
Photography by Trevor Negin
Pumps, Erdem for Nicholas Kirkwood (from The Room at Hudson’s Bay). Sweater, Banana Republic. Pants, Kimchi Blue. Scarf, The Gap. Purse, Roots.
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