Lazy

Skirt - ASOS; Skirt - Jacob, thrifted;
Boots - Aldo; Watch - Fossil

This skirt was a gift from my mom. Months and months ago, she called to tell me she'd found a great skirt at Value Village and was sending it to me. Now, normally when my mom thrifts items for me they aren't exactly my style; so, you can imagine my surprise when weeks later this wool beauty from Jacob arrived in my mailbox - well done mom!

Sadly, it's been sitting in my closet since that fateful day. The hem needed repairing and I was just too lazy to get my act together enough to get black thread and a needle from my sewing box. That is, until two weekends ago. I was sitting at home watching a trio of chick flicks on W when I was suddenly inspired to once and for all cross fixing this skirt off my to do list (and we all know how much I love crossing things off a to do list). Within ten minutes the job was done.

Since then I've worn this skirt twice, and could kick myself that I didn't fix it sooner. Why did I let this wonderful piece sit neglected in my closet for so long!?

I don't think I'll have trouble making up for it this winter; I have a very good feeling this skirt will be in heavy rotation all season long.


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Spring is Upon Us!

I don't know about you but when the seasons change I like to follow suit; which is why this weekend I chopped off my hair!

Me and my new 'do heading out on the town! 

It feels so amazing - I couldn't be happier with the cut. Emily at Saab Salon & Spa is a shear genius (see what I did there) she's great at taking my ideas and making them fit for my face shape. I always leave feeling so happy! (side note, Saab just happened to be the official salon for the 2012 Juno Awards, so walking in and out on the red carpet wasn't too bad either)

Now, let's move on to some fashion...

This week I'm taking part in Two Birds' Inspiration Monday. I really like Louise Roe. I liked her on The City; I didn't mind her on this year's Oscar telecast; I absolutely love her here. This outfit is to die for. I love the colour combination of the purple and yellow paisley, and wish I had all of these pieces in my closet.

Louise Roe

But this is the closest I could get. My mom thrifted this skirt back in the fall, but I kind of forgot about it after hanging it in my closet. That is until I saw this week's inspiration.

I love the colours in this skirt. I can match it with pretty much any piece in my wardrobe, but I chose the purple sweater because 1) I like purple, and 2) it wouldn't distract from the skirt.

I even like the length. Petites aren't advised to wear a tea length skirt or dress, but sometimes I just like to break the rules. Plus, the Michael Kors platforms help.

Sweater - Forever 21; Skirt - Thrifted; Heels -Michael Kors

I only wish the skirt didn't show off so much of my ghostly white ankles.

This outfit and my new haircut have made me even more excited for warm weather, exposed ankles, and patios. I just hope my pasty skin gets some colour before swimsuit season hits.

What are you looking forward this Spring?

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Fashion Conundrum

Alright blogosphere, twitterverse, all you fashionable people of the interweb, I need your help.

I inherited this custom-made skirt:

I love it. It fits perfectly, is an appropriate length for work. It's just all around cute.

However...

The waist band is cream, not white.

Blouse - Smart Set; Skirt - inherited; Shoes - Aldo

This has COMPLETELY thrown me off. It doesn't work with a white shirt, and I've tried a black blouse but I don't love that either. I've tried multiple times, but I have yet to wear this skirt out of house.

So blogosphere, twitterverse, fashionable people of the interweb, I ask you.. 

how would you style this skirt?

June Gloom

As I was getting ready for work a few days ago, I couldn’t help but think how there was no truer statement to describe the weather than June gloom. The sky was grey, the rain was falling, it looked as though it would never be sunny again.

I followed suit with my ensemble, choosing monochromatic grey, black and white - all the way down to my choice of nail polish - but accented it with a pop of blue, just to lift the spirits a little.

It was also the perfect opportunity to break out my new-to-me Nine West pumps, a fabulous find at Value Village this past weekend. I don't normally like to buy used shoes (or used anything for that matter) but they are in near perfect condition - too good to pass up!

Tanks - Smart Set; Cardigan - Zara; Pants - Talula Babaton, Aritzia; 
Shoes - Nine West (thrifted); Necklace - gifted; Nail Polish - Chinchilly by Essie

Because it was freezing that morning I threw on a cardigan to avoid hypothermia, not that I minded, they are some of my favourite pieces of clothing, just not in June.

Hopefully this gloom passes soon; I'm ready for sunshine and sundresses!