Spring time has got me very confused. There is no real consistency in the weather or when it comes to preparing for spring outfits and outings, the only way to survive is to be ready for everything. On cooler days, like last week when Trevor and I were running around downtown, the temperatures were bouncing around 10 degrees (50 fahrenheit) and depending on where you were and if you were in the sun or not, it was freezing and windy. Armed with a warm drink, and an extra layer, we were ready for anything.
I typically lean towards leather jackets during this season, but since this year’s biggest fabric trend is clearly denim, especially raw and embroidered, I’ve been loving the attention to the versatile staple. My perfect denim coat for 2016 is all about embellishments, and Marc Jacobs nailed it with studs, stars and even a sequins cherry patch. Paired with the must-have cut for denim pants, flares, I was warm until we approached a terribly windy section of Queen St. where we grabbed another coffee to warm up.
Read the part 1, 2 & 3 of my Coat Confession series.
Coat: Marc Jacobs, Turtleneck: Picadilly, Jeans: Madewell, Platforms: Vagabond, Watch: Movado, Glasses: Derek Cardigans, Phone case: Face
Photography by Trevor Negin
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So… it got hot quickly, here in Toronto, and I definitely felt a bit unprepared (but yet beyond excited) for the temperature change. Summers in an office environment are often difficult, and with all this talk about dress code, it’s important to understand how to dress appropriately for your office. Every environment is very different, even within the same field, so ask the questions if you are unsure and I’m always prepared with a sweater incase the air-conditioning is blasting too much.
Dress: Motel Rocks (picked up at @samplesaleguys most recent sale in Markham), Mules: Zara, Sunglasses: Miu Miu from Saks Fifth Avenue, watch: Movado from Hudson’s Bay, necklace: H&M
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Two years ago, I was the girl capturing the world behind the lens, but since starting Barbara Ann Style Blog, I’ve learned a few tricks to nailing a good shot. Fashion Magazine asked their style panel, how we do it? Here is what I shared about being in front of the camera. The secret I didn’t share, was my super talented secret weapon, Trevor Negin. I’m lucky enough to have fallen in love and married the Toronto-based photographer last year.
Photography by Trevor Negin
Shirt, Joe Fresh. Shorts, J.Crew. Earring, Vintage. Shoes, Gianvito Rossi for Altuzarra. Watch, Movado.
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Sometimes, when it gets hot, I can’t bare to wear anything that is body hugging, yet I still have the urge to look cute. I search for these outfits that can keep me cool during the humid weather. Last week I found this dress. A steal from Joe Fresh that I can imagine wearing basically for the rest of my life.
Photography by Trevor Negin
dress: Joe Fresh, clogs: Zara, clutch: vintage, earcuff: Topshop Canada, watch: Movado
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Fashion Magazine asked their trusted Style Panel to discuss socks and sandals this week. Here is what I said.
I looked back to see other times I’ve rocked socks in unexpected ways. Back in February I wore a graphic pair from Joe Fresh with a statement dress from the Peter Pilotto collection at Target. I also wore a great pair of knee highs from Roots Canada that month in Winter Classic. In the fall of 2012, the style blog seemed to have taken major focus to covering up my toes, with posts about: finding the perfect dress to take you anywhere in The Perfect Dress, pastels featuring a great pair of knee high socks in Pale and Bold, all of the details, where styled delicate fishnet socks (Dots and Details), and lastly for that season, when I wore a frilly pair from Topshop in the Fall Floral post.
– Oh and I had crazy orange hair back in 2012!
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Florals during the spring is nothing new, so I’ve taken the challenge to try to reinvent, this beautiful, wheel.
Sometimes, two pieces from different collections, stores and even years match so perfectly, it’s as if they were straight off of Fashion Week’s runway. The pants and top both have accent colours in the other’s colour, making them truly a match made in heaven. Strong floral outfits can help you celebrate and embrace the warmer temperatures that spring has finally brought us.
Photography by Trevor Negin
Pants: Loft (similar), Shirt: Joe Fresh (similar), Flats: Michael Kors (similar), Watch: Movado Bold
Fashion Magazine asked their style panel how we plan to update one of our favourite trends, stripes, for spring.
Here is what I said.
Photography by Trevor Negin
There is nothing more basic and easy for a quick outfit than simple head-to-toe black. It makes getting dressed in the mornings a snap, just be sure to build textures into your outfit. Knits and cords are perfect for fall and add easy textures to your outfit. For me, in FW2013, it’s all about leather. It’s a little punk-90s-badass mixed together, and when you keep the rest of the outfit rather basic and you’ll allow the leather to do the talking.
Photography by Trevor Negin
T shirt, borrowed. Skirt, Joe Fresh off the runway. Shoes, vintage Ferragamo. Watch, Movado Bold. Necklace, vintage. Purse, Marc Jacobs.
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