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
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Fashion Magazine asked the Style Panel what to wear for the upcoming wedding season. Here is what I said. This season is going to be super fun, as I celebrate my own engagement to my sexy photographer Trevor Negin, who popped the question in March after 6 years of dating. Those outfits are likely going to be hard to find and the search begins with numbered days before the first event. Wish me luck
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Shirt: Joe Fresh Pants: Zara Necklace: Topshop Eye Mask: La Senza Shoes: CostaBlancaX
Photography by Trevor Negin
I hope everyone enjoyed their long weekends, and had a great first day back to work, or for those lucky enough to be continuing their education, back to school. I had so much fun this weekend and was able to explore the Toronto Island, The Canadian Exhibition, and Main Street Unionville. Though, waking up for work this morning was a very difficult. It may have been the rain or the weekend’s activities, but I was definitely not the only person who was tired today.
So when everything is telling you to be sleepy, why not dress for it. Fashion, this season has given us the “go ahead” to wear pajamas to work, out for dinner, basically anywhere. This lounge wear is so effortless, and is really about layering and comfort. Made from cottons and silks, pajama pants (with matching tops) can be found everywhere, from Joe Fresh to Topshop. Next time your bed is calling your name at 6 am, put on some silky pants, and feel better knowing that you will likely be the most comfortable person in your office.
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Top: H&M Skirt: American Apparel Shoes: Browns Necklace: Vintage Sunglasses: Ray Bans
Pastels and florals for summer. I just really can’t get enough of them. Don’t be afraid to mix a patterned top with a textured bottom or vice versa. This knit pencil skirt has a tone-on-tone linear pattern going horizontally around, I think it really works really well with a tank like this, that as a contrast has its graphic print placed quite randomly. Remember the rules of style and design apply to all elements of your life. Take this rule into your home decor by mixing unexpected styles like industrial and combining it with more feminine elements. Contrast, though may seem scary at times, usually works SO well.
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Skirt (worn as a dress): One Teaspoon Belt, Watch & Sunglasses Michael Kors Necklace: Japan Shoes: David Dixon for Town Shoes
I’m sure many other fashion lovers find it hard to choose how to spend their limited funds. Going out or the outfit that you’d wear if you went. People whose closets don’t control their life will find strange, but I know there are others just like me, so it’s important that when shopping to get items that are both versatile for the seasons but if possible in how you wear them. This is a wonderful silk skirt I picked up on sale from $350 to $60 (an Aritiza miracle), that I decided to reinvent as a dress with a simple belt, it was the perfect outfit for a day at Toronto’s Waterfront Festival. I’ve said this before, but if you can wear an item in more than way, it’s a great way to ensure your getting the most bang for all those pretty bucks you spent.
Also, for the broke fashionista living in most cities, as it’s summer and the streets each weekend are filled with different festivals and parades. Take advantage and get exploring, I feel fortunate to live in Toronto, with so much culture and so many reasons to celebrate! Oh and I met Spock at Yonge and Dundas yesterday!
