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[Style Essentials]
Diagonally Striped

Published on April 12, 2015

There's just something about diagonal stripes that reminds me of summer, and with the season right around the corner, what could be more perfect than adding a little bit of striped fun to your life? Like those amazing heels or those fantastic monogrammed notebooks, perhaps? They're definitely on my … [Read more...]

[Style Essentials]
The Iconic Palm

Published on March 29, 2015

The palm tree is having somewhat of a moment lately. I've been seeing it pop up in my Pinterest feed more and more. I feel this will be the Year of the Palm and I could not be more excited. It is definitely not for the faint of the heart. When it goes wrong (think Hawaiian print shirts in ombré red … [Read more...]

[Style Essentials]
Perfectly Chic Flats Under $100!

Published on March 22, 2015

Ballerinas, D'Orsay's, Loafers, Brogues, Espadrilles. Round toes, pointy toes, metallic accents, leather, suede and a box full of crayon-coloured options. Gotta love the ubiquitous, universally flattering, oh-so-versatile flat. As a mom, when you have a toddler to chase and a baby to tote on your … [Read more...]

[Style Essentials]
Denim Days

Published on March 15, 2015

When it comes to clothing, there is nothing quite as iconic as denim, except maybe jelly sandals. Haha I kid! Those things are awful. But enough about those- denim is versatile, it is comfortable, and it flawlessly takes you from day to night, casual to edgy, weekday to weekend. Spring has sprung … [Read more...]

[Beauty]
Hey Pretty! Here’s A Simple Beauty Routine to Start Your Day Off Right

Published on March 8, 2015

I started wearing makeup at 17. It was 1996 and, well, let's just say that in my sheer delight at this newfound form of expression, I was a bit heavy handed with it. There was a lot of base, a lot of heavy eyeliner and a pretty scary brown lipstick that was matte and chalky and tasted terrible but I … [Read more...]

[Style Essentials]
Wardrobe Basic: The Blazer

Published on March 1, 2015

On nights when it's too cold to step out in just a shirt but not cold enough for a winter jacket (which is the West Coast in March, basically), I like to whip out a fitted, tailored blazer to keep warm and look sharp. Blazers are so versatile. They can be cropped or long, pastel, bright or … [Read more...]

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