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.
Tank: Aritzia Belt: American Eagle Pants: Joe Fresh Glasses: H&M Shoes: B2 @ Browns
So planning ahead, as I like to do, last week I was able to pick up these amazing mustard pants. The golden hue, mustard is going to be HUGE for Fall 2012, being paired with rich bold colours like purple and blue. A look I can’t wait to try is mustard on mustard.
Predicting and/or purchasing the trends before they are really trends is a great way to get the look at insane prices. We all learned in The Devil Wears Prada, before a trend makes it big, the true fashionistas have been wearing it for seasons already. The greatest scene from TDWP.
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!
