29 June, 2012

feel so close +minimalist packing for a 9 day trip


(an outfit from a couple weeks ago)

sunnies: claire's
romper: roxy
blazer: mendocino
wedges: nine west

Off to the wild west today--well, not quite yet, first we're going to Banff National Park and the Columbia ice fields. I just finished packing everything into a backpack (much to the disappointment of all you fashionistas out there). Less is more, and not even I am willing to go hiking in 4" heels, thank you. Here's what I'm bringing for the 9-day excursion, in case you're interested:

three tank tops (these double as pjs after being worn twice--locate a laundromat nearby or sink wash)
a flowy top (can be dressed up or down)
a blouse (to layer with in case it gets cold)
a pair of jeans
a pair of denim shorts
a pair of khaki capris
a flowy maxi dress (which can be knotted to varying lengths)
a swim suit (for the hot springs/hotel pool)
a faux leather jacket

three necklaces (chosen wisely, haha) and a couple of rings (probably unnecessary)
a 2-in-1 belt (so it can be worn around the waist or hips)
a hairbrush, bobby pins, hair elastics, and a giant hair clip
a little makeup (mascara, lipstick)
toiletries (moisturizer, perfume, etc.)

a set of pjs
as many bras, socks, and underwear as you need
a pair of sandals
a pair of sneakers (wear the pair of shoes which take up the most space on the plane)

sunnies
a side-sling purse and/or wallet (don't forget your ID)
cell phone, ipod, camera (and all chargers)
a book (I'm bringing eat, pray, love by Elizabeth Gilbert)
a couple pens and a sharpie
notepad (or journal, if you write a lot)
gum (peppermint, always)
a refillable water bottle
a pack of travel-size Kleenex and safety pins (very handy)
sunscreen and bug spray


... and I'll be back in a week with a cowboy hat! for now, I present to you the anthem of summer 2012.

27 June, 2012

keep your head up











skirt: ooyoo

top: 5|48

as promised, here is my skirt outfit! i pared it with an old studded tee i got a saks and a couple necklaces. i love how breezy the skirt is and how it moves when i walk :) i wish i could have captured it but it was so incredibly humid that day and i had tons of reviewing to do....hope you have a great weekend!

take a walk

blouse: liz claiborne (from mom's closet)
pink shorts: jacob (a pop of colour)
wide belt: thrifted (though I'm not too fond of snakes)
necklace, ring: gift (had these for over five years now)
studded clogs: bcbgeneration (scored these for $20 at winners)

23 June, 2012

black and white

just some quick outfit pictures before my friend picked me up for school.







jeans: lucky brand
shirt: costa blanca (thinking of changing the buttons as a mini diy)

21 June, 2012

new in

{dress: black}





{skirt: ooyoo}





{dress: diva nera}





recent purchases i made at one of my favourite stores, mendocino. expect to see the skirt in an outfit extremely soon!

20 June, 2012

trending: ben howard

i love music as much as the next person and there's never a day i don't listen to music. my friend libby introduced me to ben howard and i absolutely love him.



{the fear}


i think his lyrics and voice are so beautiful. i love the juxtaposition of his rough voice against soft melodies. i can't wait to see him in september!



{only love}

18 June, 2012

my week

i apologize for the huge break between posts but i've been extremely busy with my ballet recitals which means my outfits have been rather...lack luster of late. exams start on thursday so i'm hoping that by wednesday next week, i'll be posting everyday! hope you have a great summer holiday and good luck on your exams :)



{false eyelashes}



{toes hurt after long rehearsals}



{me in full makeup with lindsay}



{lights!}



{tired and living in sweats}