I fell off the NO SHOPPING wagon

I made it about three weeks without shopping but failed at making it the entire month purchase free. And this is what caused me to fall off the wagon; a lipstick.

Last week I bought a lipstick. Just a fuchsia, super bright pink, lipstick from Joe Fresh. A great statement colour for spring. And then things snowballed.

Fuchsia Lipstick Joe Fresh, Roger That Jacket (similar to the one I picked up at Club Monaco and this one here and here), Madewell Skinny Skinny Colorpop jeans in Yellow (also love this pastel yellow denim here)

But really lets back things up further.

I purchased a ticket for Toronto Fashion Week, or rather World MasterCard Fashion Week. And since then I have been thinking about what I want to wear to the shows. I wanted to update my wardrobe with some really current trends that I would continue to wear and wear and wear. And I kept thinking about it to the point where I became obsessed.

I do that. We all do don’t we? Obsess about things we can’t have. And then I decided my self-imposed no shopping was silly (it wasn’t) and I should just shop (I shouldn’t) and so I grabbed the things I wanted shown above. I also picked up a pair of super flare denim from James Jeans (haven’t had a pair like these since a vintage pair in highschool!)

I am planning on curtailing the spending in March, hopefully for the entire month. Think small credit card bills, tiny. Miniscule (fingers crossed).

Remember that you can follow what I am buying and obessing over via Currently Obsessed.

Undone; Casual Tie blouse

There are things in my closet I like and I think I look good in and then there are pieces I love. I love the way they look off the hanger and I love the way they feel on, I love the way they transform an outfit. I am wearing two of these items in these pictures.

As much as I like the blazer and denim in this post, I really love the blouse and my shoes. The blouse is a tie front blouse which I have worn undone and more casually. That is not a look of concern but instead squint face from the sun; I forgot my sunglasses!

These yellow suede heels are a hidden gem in my wardrobe. I say hidden because I don’t wear heels as much as I used to but they are so cute. The bright yellow is a great pop of colour and the faux flower on the front just makes them that much more fun. JCREW has brought out a similar style this year in a deeper yellow, I would snap them up while you can!

Hummingbird tie blouse Warehouse Asos (similar), Gap Real Straight Jeans, Large Pearl Bracelet Joe Fresh, Yellow Suede heels JCREW, Grey Boyfriend Blazer Zara (similar, also like this one).

I love that this blouse can be worn tucked in and tied up or loose like shown above. The blouse has kind of an a-line shape which makes it quite flattering to be worn loose with a skinnier fit jean. Another cool aspect of this blouse is the elasticized sleeves. So much easier to pull on!

What are the items in your closet that you put on and smile?

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What the heck is Currently Obsessed you ask? It is like Pinterest for clothing and accessories. But instead of not being able to figure out what brand or where a particular picture came from which can be a problem on Pinterest, Currently Obesessed links you straight to where you can buy that item you are drooling over.

The other perk is if you see something on this blog that you like, but don’t want to search back a week later to find it again, it’s all right there in one place.

Plus there are always a few items that I myself am obsessing over. Like those cool leopard and spike loafers on the top right. TO DIE.

So what do you say? Go ahead STALK ME, I won’t mind.

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The Perfect Weather to Wear a Cape

We have been having a really weird winter. I like to call it endless March because it has been closer to the temperatures and temperamental weather we see near the end of Winter not February.

And as much as I don’t want to complain about the milder temperatures, I am not really a fan of slush and freezing rain. Still there has been one big plus to this mild winter. I can wear my cape.

Capes aren’t exactly all that warm, so they are actually perfect for transition seasons because you can layer them up and you won’t get too hot because the cold air can get in quite easily.

A cape is not a substitute for a heavy winter jacket. They are also awkward to drive with because the arm holes don’t allow for full arm movement. Still I love the look of a cape.

When I ordered this Foley + Corinna bag a couple of years ago I was surprised at the size when it arrived. I for some reason have a terrible time judging size when I order things online. I often expect things to be bigger. Still it has come in handy because I tend to keep my wallet in this purse and then when I need a bigger purse (to use as a diaper bag) I just stuff this one inside instead of fully transferring over to the larger bag. I have gotten so many compliments on this Foley + Corinna Disco City Bag because of its cool tie dye leather.

I finally hemmed these pants (last seen here) and I am amazed at the difference a few inches makes. I pulled these boots out of the archives. I used to wear them all the time when I went to an office every day. I still like that they are a glammed up winter boot.

Cape Jacob (similar here also like this one here), long sleeved white tee Gap, Grey denim Banana Republic, Black Boots Ralph Lauren via Winners, Foley Corinna Disco City Mini Bag (similar), bracelet vintage, Sunglasses Maui Jim.

Did you ever pick up on the cape trend? What do you wear to survive the cold but not deep winter cold?

So Delicate

I love me some bold accessories. But sometimes I think that outfits look more laid back with delicate accessories. They aren’t as in your face obvious. Plus they can be layered and still be understated.

I have been wearing alot of studs lately too. Its bad enough that my hair is constantly involved in a losing game of baby tug of war, no need to bring hoops or dangly earings into the mix.

These are in high rotation. Pyramid studs, J necklace, layered circles

The great thing about delicate accessories is that  they can be something a bit funky or unexpected but because they aren’t too big and bold they don’t come off as obnoxious.

Clockwise from the top:

1. Gorjana Lucca Necklace

2. Gorjana Star Studs

3. Jennifer Zeuner 1″ Horizontal Cross Necklace

4. Erickson Beamon Razors Edge Earrings

5. Gorjana Bloom Studs

6. House of Harlow 1960 Horseshoe Bangle

7. Gorjana Knox Necklace

8. Jennifer Zeuner Mini Wishbone Necklace

What type of jewellery do you like best? delicate or Bold?

High and Low

When it comes to clothing we can pay anywhere from thousands to hundreds to a couple of twenties for trends. Whether it is an it bag you covet or it’s inexpensive knock off the price can vary quite a bit. Below are some of the items I am diggin right now and adding to my wish list as I am on shopping hiatus.

Shop the post:

Cargo jacket (high) Current Elliott, (low) Zara

Satchel (high) PS1 Proenza Schouler (low) Cambridge Satchel Company (really low) Asos

Cuffed Boots (high) Gucci Knit Cuff Ankle Boots (low) Asos Arlo Cuff Suede Ankle Boot

Yellow Denim (high) 7 for all Mankind The Skinny Jeans (low) Zara

Low Suede Boots (high) Isabel Marant Dicker Suede Ankle Boot (low) Asos Adele Suede Low Heel Ankle Boot (really low) Threadsence Wrangler Suede Ankle Boot

Equipment Blouse (high) Signature Cabbage Rose Print (low) Signature Printed Silk

Pink Loafers (high) Pink Pony Mat Bernson (low) Steve Madden Croquet

Do you save up for the real thing or do you buy the knock off versions?

Denim Reviews; Citizen’s of Humanity Dita Petite

As someone who is petite, albeit a “tall” petite at 5’4, all pants are too long for me. Even cropped pants end up being the right length and the intended look is ruined.

So I tend to look for petite pants, especially dress pants so that the leg line stays the way that it was intended. When I hem anything that is supposed to be a flare or has any type of pattern it ends up looking funny when a couple of inches are lopped off.

But it really stinks when I have to hem petite pants. I feel for those even shorter than me because that must happen alot.

I hemmed the Citizen’s of Humanity Dita Petite so that I could wear them with flats but in retrospect I wish that I had of left them at full length. They are SO soft and I would buy them again just for the feel of the denim. I just have to wear them with heels.

Do you keep some jeans for flats and others for heels?