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Summer Style Inspiration

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It’s time for some wardrobe inspiration. I often get myself in a re-wear and over-wear rut, but standing in the centre of Yonge and Dundas on a daily basis has given me the swift kick in the bum I need to bring my daily wardrobe to par. I’ve picked up a few great pieces in the last week or so, especially from H&M, but it’s time to delve into the online world to inspire the remainder of my summer look – The great thing is that my casual daily fashion is great for my workplace too, no need for two completely separate wardrobes.

Here are a few things I’ve found that I’d like to use as inspiration for the upcoming summer months:

1. Topshop Fringe Tunic

2. Topshop KARMA Metal Buckle Loafers $99.05

3. ALDO Kiawiel $80.00

4. H&M Harem Pants $19.95

5. H&M Maxi Dress $29.99

6. ASOS Selected Romana Wrap Front Dress $126.94

7. ALDO Kaoven Wedged Sandals $70.00

8. ASOS Maxi Kimono with Side Split $76.17

9. Topshop Cord and Metal Bar Multi-Row Necklace $26.67

10. ASOS Weekday Clean Edge High Neck Sleeveless Top $57.12

Hopefully after a few weeks of saving those dolla dolla bills I can venture forth and splurge on the summer wardrobe! For now I’ve got a great foundation and am so so so happy that I get to be creative and experiment with fashion everyday! No more uniform for me (hopefully forever!!)

What fashion trends are you loving this season?

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Style Guide: Get the Look from “Begin Again”

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I’m in love – with Keira Knightley and her new movie ‘Begin Again’. The plot, the songs, and above all the style. Amazing. Styled by Indian stylist and costume designer Arjun Bhasin, Knightley’s style emanates a perfect mix of Audrey Hepburn and Patti Smith – a “boho chic” comfortable, effortless, tomboy style. So how can you get the look?

(from left to right – $CAD)

1. Urban Outfitters – Pins and Needles Lace Trim Sweater $59.00

2. FRYE Jillian Oxford $284.33

3. The Gap 1969 Distressed Sexy Boyfriend Jeans $84.95

4. Topshop Tailored Cuff Jogger $69.81

5. ASOS Chambray Oversized Shirt $69.56

6. ASOS Sleeveless Crop Shirt $39.13

7. Urban Outfitters – Kimchi Blue Charlene Square Neck Fit + Flare Dress $49.00

What’s In My Travel Bag: How to Pack Light

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Hi, my name is Coleen and I’m a packaholic. Small bags never seem to cut it, and I get a thrill from packing as much as I possibly can. You never know what you’re going to need, am I right?! What if it’s cold? What if it rains? Too hot? What if we decide to do something fancy? Go out dancing?! What if, what if, what if?!! I digress……

With a long weekend trip to Boston this weekend with Megan and Sandra, I challenged myself to pack light since we’re only away for 4 days. (It may also have something to do with the fact that I lost the keys to my storage room and therefore can’t access my suitcase…) So I managed to squeeze what I hoped was enough outfits into a small weekend duffle. But of course the issue was my makeup – what do I take and what do I leave behind?

The most important thing to do is mix and match wherever possible. Palettes are a travellers best friend. Along with some key essentials I brought along my Urban Decay Naked 2 palette, which is every single shade I could want and more, so no chance of any surprise wants or needs while away. The colours are incredibly blendable and are so easy to mix and match. There are endless possibilities. I also brought my Nars Bronzer/Blush Duo in Orgasm and Laguna, giving me the options of both blush or bronzer or both!! No need to pack one of each! Then of course the lips. Brights are in this summer, but do I bring a red, pink, and coral?! Of course not. I brought my MAC Retroglam Matte Relentlessly Red, which is a great hot pink/red combination, the perfect combination of both. Along with my Topshop Lipstick in Rio Rio, a great red/orange combination just on the verge of bright coral. And finally, the scent. Bottles are so bulky. So of course, my Viktor and Rolf Flowerbomb Rollerball.

And of course, nothing is as compact and easy as my Indigo jewelry wrap with designated spots for necklaces, earrings, rings, etc. All rolled up in a tight little package.

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How do you pack light? Any suggestions on weekend travel?! BOSTON here I come!!!