Style Profile: Hippie Lace

Name: Emmett Katherine

Age: 31

Occupation: Free Spirit

Site: www.hippielace.blogspot.com

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

When and why did you start your site? 

I love reading blogs and seeing how other people live their lives. Canadian blogs are my favourite and since there weren’t many out there I figured I’d start one of my own to contribute to the Canadian blogosphere. It’s a creative outlet because most of my friends aren’t into fashion or photography and it’s a way to connect with people who share the same interests.

How would you describe your site? 

A little bit of fashion/personal style, craft beer and every day things.

Where do you get your inspiration? 

People I see and meet in the craft beer scene, local artists and photographers and my favourite bloggers

Who are your style/beauty icons? 

I love Abbey Lee Kershaw’s eclectic look, her outfits always make me want to incorporate more colour and prints into my closet, Kate Moss for her undone minimalist yet free spirited style and Mary Kate Olsen who shows through clothing that there are no rules when it comes to style. Each of these woman have their own unique and organic way of dressing that's really striking and clearly not the result of a personal stylist.

Describe your personal style. 

It seems to be a mix of classic, romantic with a touch of boho.

What was the best style/beauty advice you were given? 

Never go to bed with your makeup on.

Where are your favourite places to shop? 

Thrift stores, Vintage shows, Anthropologie, Holt Renfrew and Aritiza. Online I’m a big fan of Planet Blue or any store that carries Winter Kate (Nicole Richie’s line).

What are your favourite trends for this season? 

Oxblood, dark lips and the baroque look. Mainly the baroque look, it’s essentially everything I love all in one style!          

Style/Beauty Pet Peeve? 

People who think style is all about logos. It’s not.

What do you never leave home without? 

My iPhone. I can't function without it.

What are your five essential items that you think every woman should own? 

A beautiful coat, a bright coloured lipstick, a quality pair of boots (that can survive Canadian winters), a scarf that goes with everything and an outfit that makes you feel like a million dollars.

Where do you see yourself and your site in five years? 

Hopefully still writing and snapping pictures. I’d love to take Hippie Lace in a more lifestyle direction, talk about my little family and do more articles on the craft beer scene in Ottawa. We’ll see what happens.

What's on your nightstand? 

Just a lamp, but on the shelves below there are lots of books! I’m currently reading Girl Gone by Gillian Flynn for a book club I belong too.

All images courtesy of Hippie Lace.