Fashion Magazine asked their style panel what they were wearing when we head up north during these beautiful summer weekends. I always tend to pack with basics that are easy to mix and match as the temperatures vary so much throughout one day. Here is what I told Fashion.

Photography by Trevor Negin
shirt: Topshop, skirt: Cooperative, shoes: Zara, jewellery: Woundenberg

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

I get asked what inspires my looks, and truthfully I look for the craziest things, question if I can pull it off and try it on. Usually if I’ve gotten this far, my decision has already been made. When getting dressed, I take risks and I often have asked my fiancé, Trevor if a outfit is too much. My theory is to always go for it at the end of the day it’s only fashion and you should have fun with it!

Photography by Trevor Negin

Blazer: Zara Shirt & Skirt: Joe Fresh Runway Collection Heels: Steve Madden Necklaces: Fenton Fallon, Vintage, Liana Marie

Fashion Magazine asked the style panel how to style stripes for the updated trend. It’s a lot less nautical and a lot more graphic and edgy.  Here’s what I said.

Photography by my Valentine, Trevor Negin

Shirt: Joe Fresh    Pants: American Eagle   Leopard Belt: H&M   Wedges: Kimchi Blue    Purse: Roots

Photography by Trevor Negin

Classic looks can take you anywhere. So if ever in doubt of what to wear, go for classic and bold, and you’ll never be wrong!

Wishing everyone good luck on their Mondays, and whatever that may bring! xo b

Top: COPE      Shorts: Levis    Shoes: Jeffery Campbell     Belt: H&M     Necklace Vintage      Bracelets: Orange and Gold-Banana Republic   Orange and Turquoise-Forever 21

It’s summer, and as much as I love neutrals it’s time to grab some attention in attention grabbing colours. Looking into the fall colour stories I see a ton of rich dark hues, combined with strong and powerful brights. So invest in these bright pieces now that they are on sale, just be prepared to tone them down for fall. I found this backless shirt and thought how easy it is to wear now, and throw to a cardigan over it in the fall, for a brighter take on stripes.

Top: Joe Fresh  Belt: Banana Republic  Skirt: Central Park West  Necklace: Topshop  Shoes: Browns

So the weather here in Toronto has been unbearable, making many of my outfits as I say it, “unpostable”. Though we do get those few days in-between this heatwave, where it cools down a bit and we can really show some summer style.

I am falling head over heels with polka dots and lucky for me they are huge right now! I got that great pair of pastel blue cropped pants from Topshop @ The Bay (that are now on sale), I’ve picked up a perfect polka dot blouse from Joe Fresh (Joe Mimran is clearly loving them too for fall) and this great pleated skirt, which is super flirty and yet a classic piece.

Tube Top: American Apparel    Pants: Zara    Sunglasses: Michael Kors   Thong Sandals: Gap   Bag: Roots

Summer vacation, long weekends, and evenings off in the summer are moments to enjoy. Spend these times dressing up, trying new combinations and styles. Sometimes you want to try a look for the 9-5, but are unsure if its appropriate, wearing it during your time off will allow you to see if you feel comfortable in it, and allows you the time to ask your peers if it is appropriate for your industry.

PANTS: Topshop (obsessed)  Shirt: Joe Fresh (when I bought this for $9 I had no idea I’d get so much use out of it)  Shoes: Franco Sarto  Glasses: Michael Kors

So June is birthday month, and all this broke fashionista wants is clothes! as if that wasn’t clear. Totally seeing little heart-shaped dots after falling in love with these pale blue and cream polka dotted pair. Thanks Mom&Dad

With these cooler temperature, it’s great that all the trending pant styles are so amazing. I’m loving all the pant parties at Yorkdale, legs have never looked so fun!

Shorts: Pins and Needles Glasses: Versace  Belt: Michael Kors  Shoes: Michael Kors  Shirt: Joe Fresh Tote: Roots

SS2012 to do list is really explore the city.
6 hours of walking later:
Yonge Street: Eglinton – Bloor
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