Creme de la Creme

Creme de la Creme by shoefrantic featuring J Brand jeans

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Clothing Premium Beaded Rose Shrug Basic V Neck Vest (Topshop) 12" Pencil Cord (J Brand)
Accessories Diane Von Furstenberg Shoes Leather tote w Bow (Miu Miu) Clubmaster Acetate Sunglasses (Ray Ban) Pearl Earrings ( Kenneth Jane Lane) Juicy Couture Pyramid Gold Juicy Couture Pyramid Gold Drama Necklace Claw Ring ( Pamela Love for Opening Ceremony)

In a floral state of mind

a shot of burgandy by shoefrantic featuring Theory jackets

Clothing Basic V Neck Vest Red Rose Jeggings (Topshop) Theory Robena Airy Leather Jacket
Accessories Parrin High heels from Aldo Chloe Hedda Stamped-leather Tote Marc by Marc Jacobs Cuff Bracelet Lacoste Aviators H&M Gold Stud Ring Dali Facet Studs

I haven't made a fashion post in a while, and it's quite over due. It's a new year and winter doesn't seem to be lasting to long here in Toronto. We've been getting a fair bit of rain, and I'm not complaining one bit.

Just this past weekend I went out with my roommate to go boot shopping. We made our way down to the shoe shops on Queen St. I love Queen St because each store is so different. You find yourself getting lost in all its glory. She ended up getting a pair of green Hunter booties, and a pair of mid-calf brown leather boots with stud detailing.

While shopping, I realized that retail spring happens in a week, so of course this makes me very excited for what this year's spring trends have to offer in fashion.

I of course love to pair light pretty things with hard-masculine pieces. Floral leggings and leather jackets reeks of hard and soft. This particular leather jacket is a stunner. This Theory made Robena Airy leather jacket has such a relaxed feeling to it, almost lazy. I'm hoping during my vacation in the UK that I come across something similar, if not exact, to this beautiful creation.

Another trend I'm excited about, FLORAL. Floral everything! Floral blazers, floral tops, hell even floral leggings. Nothing says spring like flowers. I will be making my way over to Topshop to purchase a pair of red rose jeggings (jeans that are leggings). Oh Liverpool, you await me with open arms full of superb shopping trips. I can't wait!

Suave Suede

Being in retail makes you understand two things. One, Christmas is a crazy time to be working in the mall. And two, people are absolutely crazy when they're shopping for Christmas. So it's always nice to come home, relax with my roommates, and not have to think about it. But tonight, is a different night. We've decided that we are going to put up a Christmas tree, since we were too broke to afford one last year (because we are struggling students.) Anyways, unfortunately for me, I will be missing out on all the festivities due to work. I'm kind of bummed out about this since the night entailed Christmas movies and baking cookies. Oh well, I guess I'll just have to put my domestic desires on the back burner.

Side note: As I was leaving for work, my roommate walked into the living room as the tree was being put up. She had this look on her face like it was already Christmas morning. It was endearing, she looked like a kid again. I guess that's what Christmas does to us all.

Coming back home from work was an absolute surprise, a really great one actually. I told my boyfriend that I thought I might cry. The decorations are beautiful, and our house feels like a home. I can't wait to start stuffing the stockings.

On another note, I've been looking at a lot of different textures in fabric. I guess I've been searching for a certain richness in fabrics. But nothing screams richness like suede and velvet. The combination, when done right, is phenomenal. I chose a palette that had some depth to it with rich blues, greens, and reds. I kept the accessories simple, as I wanted the emphasis to remain on the clothing. All together I love this look, especially the navy suede lace up shoes with silver hardware detail. It looks perfect with the knitted shawl cardigan from Topshop.

Clothing Knitted Shawl Cardigan Lace Cup Corset Glitter Velvet High Knickers Black 120 Denier Opaque Tights (Topshop)
Accessories Suede Lace Ups ( Opening Ceremony) Mulberry| Bayswater Leather Bag Kate Spade Gumdrop Studs-Black Basso Brookle Glass Cuff by Disaya Disaya

Mute Me Out

Oh how I love a good old hearty breakfast. Especially when I'm listening to Keren Ann. If you haven't heard of Keren Ann, she's a singer song-writer from Paris, France. I've recently downloaded her entire discography and fell in love with her first album, La Biographie de Luka Philipsen. She has a whimsical sound to her that makes you feel like everyday is a Sunday.

Anyways, I came to a bit of a realization today. The weather is starting to get colder and I realize that we didn't get much of a Summer, so I'm just accepting Winter this year. Usually I would piss and whine about the snow, but I'm finally embracing the idea of it. I've been wanting to go out and take a few pictures of my area. I'm surrounded by trees and they all look like they've been lit on fire with all the bright red and yellow leaves. I don't know when I'll be able to make time with work keeping me so busy. I'll try my best to post some on here.

So on to the outfit. I was feeling a muted palette today so I stuck to more grays and blacks. Generally when I'm feeling a muted outfit I tend to go for bolder makeup. So, I suggest a bright red lip and a neutral eye. I fell in love with the metallic striped top by Yuki (available at Topshop). I just love how it's tailored to the waist and the shoulders have an 80's feel to it. I'm really in the mood to purchase a power blazer with shoulder pads. With time.

Clothing Metallic Striped Top by Yuki Boudicca Leggings Aldo Shoes

Accessories Chanel Large Black Leather Chain handle Shoulder Bag H&M Ring Leather Encrusted teardrop Earrings Ray Ban CATS 1000 Light Havana Sunglasses
Makeup Lancome L'Absolu Rouge

Absolute Divinity

I can't help but think I don't have enough shoes, especially wedges. I spotted these April Wedge Lace-ups as I was making a "get it" list for when I travel to England. They are absolutely stunning. I might just have to save these puppies for spring as the snowy Canadian winter approaches.

Clothing Bow Print Striped T Three Quarter Sleeve Blazer Black Leggings (TopShop)
Accessories Aldo Earrings Benjamin Eye wear Kayne acetate Sunglasses Mark Jacobs Kate Leather Shoulder Bag Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James Brass Knuckle ring