Looking Smart

Sweater - H&M; Skirt - Forever 21; Heels - Michael Kors;
Bracelet - Gift; Necklace - Smart Set

There's nothing quite like having an always elegantly dressed colleague tell you that your wearing such smart look. Honestly, it made my afternoon!

Colourful Wednesday

Sweater - Forever 21; Skirt - Jacob (c/o); Wedges - Aldo

Just trying to inject a little something into what feels like a never-ending winter. And, what better way to do that than wear as much colour as possible!?

Am I the only one who feels like spring is never going to get here?

Spotted Pencil

Sweater - Zara; Blouse - H&M; Skirt - Forever 21; Boots - Aldo

I didn't mean to go shopping; I just needed to kill a little time while waiting for a friend. Somehow I ended up on the Forever 21 website, and as soon as I saw this navy blue polka dot pencil skirt, I knew it had to be mine. I mean it's polka dots, it's a pencil skirt; I couldn't figure out how I didn't already own such a piece. 

From the moment it arrived, I've been so excited to wear it with everything I own. It's only been in my closet for a couple of days, but I can already tell it's going to be a long and lasting love. 

Family Day

Today is a holiday in parts of Canada, including Ontario - hurray! - and, it also happens to be my birthday. Because my family lives out west, I've decided to spend this day (Sunday: the sequel, as I like to think of it) doing everything that I love. So, while I'm basking in the gloriousness of my couch (and not getting dressed, unless you count sweatpants), I thought we'd check out the week that was, via my instagram feed (follow me @petiteadventure).

We had a bit of a snowstorm.

After repeated droppings (and in a couple of cases, an accidental flinging)
my iPhone case decided it no long wanted to stay together. Break-up of the century.

One of my favourite looks from last week

My favourite look from last week, worn to Dress for Success

Nothing says Happy Valentine's Day like a surprised robot.

Waiting for my Birthday boots. They stayed in this spot 'in transit' for two days.

To forget the fact that Canada Post lied to me about my boots' delivery date, I did a bit of Bikram's yoga.

Finally, my boots arrived - hurray!

And, so did my ice cream maker!

Took my boots for their trial run

In the foyer, work bound.

In the foyer, en route to the gym.

I did a little impulse shopping at Forever 21. The pencil skirt collection grows!

Spent some time with Steve, bonding over our favourite topic.

Completely owned my weekend to-do list (this was taking Saturday afternoon)

Made the most delicious (unhealthiest) dessert: warm cinnamon apples.

Braved the -14C (felt like -21C) temperatures to check out WinterBrewed

Hope you had a fabulous weekend!

Purple Plaid

Sweater - Forever 21; Shirt - Talula; Pants - Jacob; Heels - Nine West

Colour Infusion

 

 

Sweater - Forever 21; Skirt - Jacob; Heels - Nine West;
Watch - Fossil

Now that I'm finally back and feeling (somewhat) healthy, I decided it was time to infuse my work wardrobe with some colour and fun. And, I thought what better way to do so than to wear one of my favourite forgotten pieces and my snakeskin Nine West heels?!

A simple yet chic look which was perfect for a Wednesday in winter.

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It's Tradition!

Sweater - Old Navy; Vest - Forever 21; Belt - Joe Fresh;
Jeans - Mavi; Boots - Aldo; Watch - Fossil

Just like last year, I decided that what our office holiday party needed was a dose of yeti-chic. So, I brought out the faux-fur vest, which hasn't seen any action since this time last year.

This faux-fur vest is the definition of man repelling: every woman in my office loves it and compliments it; the men ask what shag carpet I used to make it. Even with my healthy sense of humour (I tell them it's muppet) comments like that do cause a small rush of embarrassment. No one wants to walk around feeling like they look ridiculous. But, in keeping with my 2012 New Year's resolution of not being afraid to stand out, instead of letting it bring me down I thought of the wise words of Shannon Fitzgerald (courtesy of Aya McMillan's piece "Mind Over Mode" in December's FLARE Magazine): "Why should I let somebody else's opinion detract from how good I felt when I left the house? Even with something as seemingly innocuous as clothes, it makes me feel confident out in the world and, I believe, attracts better things that are truly in alignment with who I am."

So, I wore my vest with pride all day Friday as I enjoyed lunch and laughs with colleagues and toasted the holiday season. Because nothing says the holidays more than being yeti-chic.

Happy Monday!

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Pinspiration Wednesday

The Inspiration:

photo courtesy of Adventures in Fashion

The Reality:

Shirt - Aritzia; Skirt - Forever 21; Boots - Aldo

 

So, today's Pinspiration Wednesday look doesn't come from Pinterest per se, but I bet if I searched the right boards I could find it. This week's inspiration comes from the lovely Vicki of Adventures in Fashion. While browsing her blog over the weekend I was floored to see the way she paired plaid and sequins - a combination I had never even considered. As soon as I saw it I knew I had to give this look a try, and what better place to wear my ensemble than to the Bloggers Brunch on Sunday - because who doesn't love mixing patterns and sequins like a group of fashion bloggers?!

Clearly, I wasn't the only one thinking this combo was amazing because the always sweet Emily of Tinfoil Tiaras was rocking the same combo - great minds!

Here are a few shots from the first (hopefully of many) Ottawa Bloggers Brunch.

from left to right: myself, Tinfoil Tiaras, The Eternal Optimist & Hippie Lace
Photo courtesy of The Eternal Optimist

L to R: Hippie Lace, Fashion Kidd, Hold My Umbrella Bitch and Marcia B. Creative
discussing Madonna, trends and so much more.

photo courtesy of The Fashion Kidd

Thanks again to Darcy for taking the reigns and organizing such a fantastic get together - can't wait for the next one!

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