June, 2009


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Jun 09

Stylish Window Displays





Went down to Holts to check out the blogger windows, and they’re fantastic! I was a little disappointed though that the Bryan Boy window and Garance Dore window were both still unfinished, or maybe being re-touched, (the curtains were down). Yet another excuse to visit Holt Renfrew again! I took some pictures, sadly I realized after that day time is the wrong time to take pictures when glass is involved, you can see me and everything else reflected. I’d like to direct you to http://www.thestylespy.com/, where Erica Lam has posted some much better quality pics of the windows.

I was feeling rather intrigued by the art of window styling, so I’ve included pictures of a fabulous H&M window, and an Aritzia window. 
Maybe one day I’ll have a window… I’m going to make that an official life goal.

29
Jun 09

Hmph, Fashion is Not Frivolous

So this is my first post where I’m feeling less than happy. Why is it that so many people see fashion, (the purchasing of shoes, clothes, accessories, etc) as a waste of time and money? Because they don’t understand the passion behind it. Clothes are art for the body, what you wear expresses who you are. Shoes, in my opinion are more of an art form than say some odd sculpture, they transform your mood, your stature and your look. (And they act as art, well mine do, sitting atop shelves, tables, and sometimes the fridge-I want to see the sparkly Miu Mius every minute!). 

I’m writing this because yesterday a girl at work heard how I love shoes, and that I have a lot of them, (I haven’t got a figure for you, as I have never counted how many pairs I own. One day I will.) and she wanted to talk to me about how wasteful that is, and that you really only need a few good pairs. I would die if I had to choose between a few pairs, as would every other fashionista I’m sure. 
I’d like to thank Carrie Bradshaw for making it more acceptable to be proud of being a shoe-addict. 
I’m done now, and off to Holts, I hear they have Blogger-inspired windows!!

29
Jun 09

Introducing My Twin Sister


This is Monika, doing club wear, we’re identical twins. I think she looks a little bit Bridgette Bardot, (in her younger years obviously), with this styling. I don’t know where her clothes are from, but I do know that she is wearing a gorgeous skirt that I made back in high school for one of my sewing projects. Love that it is being worn!


28
Jun 09

The "Boyfriend" Sweater

My way of toughening up this soft cashmere oversized sweater: Add latex-looking leggings, knee-high suede boots, a tough chain necklace as a bracelet and a sequin-chain purse. 


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Jun 09

Friday Night Club Wear – June 26


Top: Tailored navy blazer with white shirt, (and gold cufflinks!), charcoal fitted jeans and vintage black patent leather shoes. (Don’t worry, I’m not gonna mention that you were wearing an “H” belt).

Bottom: These shoes caught my eye in the club! Fabulous cream heels, is that a red sole I see?! I think this is a very chic, and very man-friendly look, perfect for the occasion. 

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Jun 09

Robson St – June 26

Love the lacy-like detail on the back of this shirt, you know Vogue says that the back is the new front. Clearly this girl reads Vogue, (it is the fashion bible after all). Also love the wide-leg jeans. Too bad she doesn’t know she’s on a style blog.


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Jun 09

A True Icon


The Prince of Pop, and sequins, Rest In Peace

It seems trivial to think of fashion at a time like this, but Michael really was a trendsetter, he marched to the beat of his own drum. Style-wise, I’d like to thank him for his use of all things sparkly, if it weren’t for him, my closet would not be jammed full of sequin-everything, (jackets, sweaters, skirts, hats, shoes, etc).
Soo sad, hope his kids will be well taken care of.

25
Jun 09

StyleStruck PM



Stephanie and I did a little bit of a pre-game photo shoot before going dancing tonight, here’s what we came up with for tonight’s club wear.

Me (top): Vintage sequin jacket, Aritzia tank dress, B2 shoe booties, Zara sequin purse
Steph: American Apparel Bodysuit, vintage cargos, brand unknown of brown suede fringed heels

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Jun 09

Daily Quote


My fashionable sister’s advice of the day:

“Wasting money puts you in a real party mood.” – Andy Warhol

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Jun 09

Shoes, Shoes, Shoes…

I can’t believe I did this…. They’re finally mine!! Lucky lucky me I found these crazy expensive Miu Miu shoes on sale! Although they were still an investment, I consider them art, and everyone spends lots of money on beautiful art, right? (Thinking that makes me feel okay about it, thank goodness I have wonderful girlfriends who applaud my shoe investments). 
But what I didn’t think of is where does one wear shoes like these? Certainly not to a club, and not casually, maybe they’re date wear? Or maybe I’ll just wear them everyday, all day and live happily ever after in my pink sparkly shoes… 
I’m going to come up with an outfit for these and post it soon, stay tuned… or maybe some suggestions for outfits??

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