I love a good manicure, and since there's no better time to fancy-up those fingertips than the holidays, here are four lovely lacquer looks to try... And if all else fails, you can always give this glitzed-up half moon mani a whirl. So throw on your favourite holiday movie (here's a great round-up of what to watch) and get your polish on. xx
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
{Nailed It} 4 Must-Try Holiday Manicures
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I love a good manicure, and since there's no better time to fancy-up those fingertips than the holidays, here are four lovely lacquer looks to try... And if all else fails, you can always give this glitzed-up half moon mani a whirl. So throw on your favourite holiday movie (here's a great round-up of what to watch) and get your polish on. xx
Monday, December 23, 2013
STREET STYLE: VARSITY MINIMAL
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10:02 PM
BAGS,
CLUTCH,
FALL/WINTER INSPIRATION,
JACKET/COAT,
LEATHER JACKET,
MINIMAL,
PANTS,
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Photo via: Vanessa Jackman
I've always liked varsity jackets, but felt like they looked 'too much' or too sporty on me. However, this minimal take from the streets of Paris is right up my alley. Check out more shots of this look over on photographer Vanessa Jackman's blog.
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{Style} Holiday Leopard
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Faux leopard coat- Zara (cute cropped version) | Tshirt c/o Purple Label | midi skirt- ASOS (love this version) | heels- ShoeMint | bag- 3.1 Phillip Lim | necklace c/o T&J Designs | bangles- J.Crew | watch- Michael Kors
Well, it's Monday and you know what that means � only two more sleeps until the big day! Mr. AiF, Meows and I are currently in Vancouver, enjoying slightly less snow than we're used to (what gives, yvr?!) plus lots of amazing food and drink before heading to Victoria on Christmas Day to chill with my family. That's going to lead to even more food and drink, and Mr. AiF rolling me onto a plane come January... Oh the holidays.
Happy Monday, friends! xx
Photos by Andrew Tarver
Sunday, December 22, 2013
THE DARK + THE LIGHT
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Super inspired by these two backstage beauty shots from Valentino and L�onard. Loving the juxtaposition of the nude nail polish with the stacked dark metal rings, as well as the mix of the black manicure with delicate simple rings. I have been a nude nail addict lately, but am thinking about giving black nails a try again- it's always been hard for me to switch to a darker color.
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Friday, December 20, 2013
{Christmas Week} Going Griswold
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Denim jacket- H&M | Tshirt- Urban Outfitters | leather leggings- Wilfred | necklace c/o T&J Designs | rings- Erica Weiner + Urban Outfitters | bangles- J.Crew | watch- Michael Kors
Photos by Brittney Le Blanc
Thursday, December 19, 2013
MUST-HAVE: SIMPLE STRIPED SHIRT
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9:30 PM
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Photos via: A Love Is Blind | The Urban Spotter
After coming across these two street style shots of Elin Kling and Capucine Safyurtlu, a simple striped shirt is now on my list of must-haves. Goes perfect with black skinny jeans and heels.
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{Christmas Week} Adult S'mores Hot Chocolate
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Who's ready for a little adult holiday cocoa? This fun recipe has Christmas written all over it, and so long as you don't go overboard with the Grand Marnier like I did the first time around, you won't soon forget this festive drink.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Shot of Grand Marnier
- Graham cracker crumbs (to garnish)
- Marshmallows
In a small pot, bring the cream to a boil. Add chocolate chips, stirring until fully melted. Poor a dash of Grand Marnier into a small bowl and dip your cup in it before coating it with graham cracker crumbs. Poor a shot of Grand Marnier into the cup and top with the hot chocolate, giving the mixture a quick stir. Throw in a few marshmallows and toast to the holiday season! xx
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
MODEL CRUSH: LAIS RIBEIRO | BRAZILIAN BEAUTY
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10:42 PM
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BOOTS,
DENIM,
EDITORIALS,
FASHION WEEK,
FLATS,
FUR,
HAIR,
JACKET/COAT,
LIPS,
METALLICS,
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Photo via: Vogue UK | Style Bistro | Black Runway | Jurij Treskow | Vogue UK
How stunning is Brazilian model Lais Ribeiro?! Legs for days!
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Hiromitsu - les Tuileries - Paris
Hiromitsu - les Tuileries - Paris
Hiromitsu est "personnal shopper" et donc styliste. J'adore son chapeau � plume et
son look noir de chez noir, qui reste pourtant extr�mement joyeux !
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Leaf and Maud - FW - Paris
Je me demande depuis le d�but d'o� vient ce nom de Leaf Greener (Une feuille plus
verte que verte ?). C'est le nom que porte la Fashion Editor de ELLE China. J'ai trouv�
son look marrant assez adapt� � l'entr�e de l'hiver. En dessous, Maud porte un simple
bonnet self-customis�. la preuve qu'on peut transformer une pi�ce banale en
accessoire de Mode.
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Federica - le Grand Palais - Paris
Federica - le Grand Palais - Paris
I met Federica just in front of the Grand Palais where Chanel shows take place.
I just remember that she is from Italy and works as an architect. That's all !
Photo by Fred - Easy Fashion Paris
{Christmas Week} Treat Yo' Self
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Drawstring bag- 3.1 Phillip Lim | sweater- Pink Martini | jeans c/o Forever 21 | bangles- J.Crew | rings- Erica Weiner + Urban Outfitters | watch- Michael Kors
Naughty as it may seem, I like to subscribe to the treat yo' self philosophy this time of year. Think about it: You're running around trying to get gifts, everywhere you go is mayhem (ick) and you're basically perma-stressed between social and work obligations. So to keep morale high as the mercury (and my patience) drops, a little retail therapy can go a long, long way.
I'll let you in on a little shopping secret of mine, but only if you promise not to go all credit-card happy and make me regret telling you about this, ok? Here it is: I'm obsessed with Vaunte. It's my favourite online haunt, and for those unfamiliar with the site, it's basically what you would get if Vogue and Ebay were to have a baby � for reals. You can shop the closets of all these different designer/stylist/socialite-types for some seriously deep discounts, avoiding all that pesky buyer's remorse I get from my Shopbop addiction. Long story short, I lusted after this floral bag all last year but couldn't justify the cost for a cotton bag. So when it popped up on Vaunte for half the price, I snagged that puppy without a second thought � Merry Christmas to me.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
STREET STYLE: CLASSIC � PREPPY � DOWNTOWN COOL
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8:15 PM
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Photo via: Kelly Stuart
Revisiting this street style shot I posted back in 2009. The look is still one of my favorites to this day. A nod to classic preppy style, but the leather gives it a downtown cool feel.
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{Christmas Week} Gift Guide Under $100
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Christmas is literally around the corner, so if you find yourself in need of some gift ideas for all those stylish ladies in your life, I've got you covered � and for under $100 no less! From cocktail rings and leather gloves, to horse-emblazoned clutches and pom pom-topped beanies (adorbs!), I would be pleased as punch to open any one of these items from French Connection come Christmas Day... Wouldn't you?
Happy shopping! xx
Necklace | leather gloves | T-shirt | leather belt | scarf | cocktail ring | Eau de FCUK | beanie | clutch
This post was sponsored by French Connection. All opinions shared are my own.
Monday, December 16, 2013
CLAIRE DANES | GOLDEN GIRL | INTERVIEW MAGAZINE
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3:50 PM
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Photos via: Fabien Baron // Interview Magazine
As if Claire Danes hasn't given me enough reasons to love her (oh you know, Homeland and My So Called Life), she goes all golden glam chic for Interview Magazine. I NEED that C�line choker!
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{Christmas Week} Playing Dress-Up
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Dress- SheInside | leather jacket- Zara | heels c/o Forever 21 | clutch- Michael Kors | necklace- Zara | ring- Saint Laurent | bangles- J.Crew
I love a good conversation starter, so to kick off another theme week (yay, Christmas!), I thought it would be fun to feature this battle-scene dress as a holiday option.... because why wouldn't you sport violent scenes from antiquity on Christmas? My thoughts exactly. So should you find yourself at a holiday fete where you don't know anyone, a dress like this should help break the ice. And if that doesn't work, just ask people what their favourite herb is � it works every. single. time. xx
Photos by Andrew Tarver