Romp Around

Wow, can you believe it's already August? I'm currently recovering from the long weekend (mine was partly spent on the Sunshine Coast boating and BBQ-ing before heading back to Vancouver to take in the Pride festivities). The weather has been hot and it definitely feels like summer is in full swing now.

P.S. Check out my feature on this week's Getting Ready Report Beauty Interview where I talk about my top 5 beauty products!

Romper: Forever 21 / Sandals: Roberto Vianni

Bag: Monserat De Lucca (here) / Sunglasses: Ray-Ban (here)

Perfectly Plaid

In a recent feature on the ASC blog's "Be Our Guest" column, I mentioned that I was on the hunt for the perfect pair of slim-fit, cropped plaid pants. Well, I did end up finding some and they've been on heavy rotation ever since their purchase last month. Becoming known as "the girl with the plaid pants" is okay, right? Because I'm kind of obsessed.

Turtleneck: Club Monaco (in camel or similar) / Faux Fur Vest: H&M (similar)
Pants: Joe Fresh (here or similar) / Booties: Report (similar)
Bag: Longchamp / Bracelet: mark. (c/o) (here)

Stripes & White (Denim)

Since I just love how white denim can instantly brighten up an outfit, I've decided to give white jeans another go this season. Fingers crossed I don't end up ruining these in some unfortunate messy food accident!

Top: T. Babaton (Aritzia) (similar) / Jacket: Urban Planet (similar)

Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (here) / Booties: Rachel Comey (here)

Bag: ASOS (c/o) (here) / Bracelet: Marc By Marc Jacobs

P.S. Thanks to the team at Pink Pearl PR for the recent Fashion Friday feature! Be sure to check out my interview to learn a bit more about me and this blog.

Grey Days

First things first, I'd like to say a huge "thank you" to Kate from Petite Adventures for featuring me in this week's Style Profile. Be sure to check out my post here to read my answers to her questions and learn a bit more about me.

Secondly, can I just say how happy I am to be back home? Since moving back from Calgary, I have been busy catching up with my friends and eagerly reimmersing myself into my former Vancouver lifestyle. Of course, no proper "reimmersion" would be complete without some typical grey and dreary weather. Thankfully I have my new Pieces Ellena Snood and ASOS Scallop Front Tab Across Body Bag. I received both as Christmas/New Years gifts from Ladbrokes to celebrate their winter slots games and think they are the perfect pieces to counteract the gloom!

Tee: Wilfred (Aritzia) / Jeans: Paige (similar) / Boots: Steve Madden (similar)
Snood: ASOS (c/o Ladbrokes) (here) / Bag: ASOS (c/o Ladbrokes) (here)
Bangle: Marc by Marc Jacobs (similar)

TGI...Monday

Last week was no fun, my friends, no fun at all. I spent most of it suffering from what was likely salmonella poisoning before I finally ended up in Urgent Care bawling my eyes out with an IV in my arm (I hate needles). So let's just say I am pretty glad that it's a brand new week. Things can only go uphill from here, right?

While we're embracing happier thoughts, I also happen to be guest blogging on Style Rhapsody today while the lovely Marisa is off enjoying some much-needed sun in Cabo San Lucas. Be sure to check out my post here for more pictures (taken pre-salmonella, of course) and outfit details.

Klury.com Curator of the Week

The hot new website Klury.com offers a unique upscale online shopping experience where fashion lovers can exchange and replenish their designer wardrobes. Sell your pre-owned luxury items to Klury, or find some new-to-you ones at great discounted prices... it's all easy to do on their user-friendly website.

This week, I'm thrilled to be the featured Klury.com Curator. I've selected a number of pieces inspired by a Summer Cocktail Hour and hope you'll have a look! Check out my feature on the Klury Blog HERE and shop my picks HERE.

Instagram Lately (or, Eating My Way Around Vancouver)

First of all, I just wanted to say how thrilled I am to be featured as Lulu Frost's Look of the Week! I wear my Lulu Frost for J. Crew bangles a lot and love all of Lisa Salzer's gorgeous jewelry designs. Check out the feature HERE.

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And now for another instalment of iPhone snapshots, which once again seem to indicate that all I really do is eat... and eat... and eat...

Chilling out in the VIP lounge at FIVESIXTY

I hardly go clubbing anymore since the crowds are always so young but I do love dancing

New iPad = LOVE

Love how unique my new House of Harlow 1960 Crater Locket Necklace is

Brunch at The Templeton, a lovely 50's-style diner

Finally tried Mom's Grilled Cheese Truck - definitely worth it!

Much-needed comfort food at Burgoo

Sunday afternoon tea at Shaktea on Main Street

Phnom Penh is one of my absolute favourite restaurants in Vancouver... their chicken wings are to die for!

Cheers to the weekend!

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