Meeting Jeanne...again

I love Jeanne Beker so when I received an email that she would be at the Bay again I jump at the chance to go see her. She is wonderful. So grounded and down to earth. Listening to her talk about the fashion industry is fun and inspiring. She also showed off the new pieces of her line, Edit, which is really a well edited collection of pieces for the busy working women who needs comfort and style all in one.

I love this look. Simple yet dramatic.

One thing that Jeanne said that really stuck out to me was how fashion is what we are given, style is what we choose. Sometimes writing this blog, reading all the other blogs, trying to keep up with the magazines and show I forget that I don't have to wear it all. I can pick and choose and skip things that I don't really love or that don't suit me. I love my legs and I tried to buy a pair of wide leg trouser jeans just to return them two days later knowing that I would never wear them. When I asked Jeanne about personal style she said she loves her legs so always wears a legging, skinny jeans or tights and dresses. I want to be like THANK YOU for reminding me.

When I finally got to the front and got my chance to meet Jeanne(again) I was stunned when she said "You know, you ask great question."! Coming from the interviewer herself I was over joyed! It only made my confidence soar and inspire me to want to ask more people more questions.

All in all meeting Jeanne was a great experience and I can't wait for her to come back again. You know I'll be there front row with a tons of new questions.

Sunday Stroll

I love walking our puggle, Rusty, especially in the sun. Yesterday morning my man headed over to North Vancouver to run a 5km charity race so it was just Rusty and I on the sunny seawall. We had a nice walk in the brisk Autumn air that was just warm enough for me to wear this.

Vest: True Value Vintage
Shirt: H&M
Jeans: Just Jeans
Boots: Joe Fresh
Belt: H&M
Earrings: Coombs Country Market

This hair is courtesy of the hair tutorial I showed you yesterday.

Its the small things...

I find that it is the small things that make us the happiest or at least keep us happy on the day to day. This week has been crazy with working all day, a couple events at night and now I can't believe the weekend is over already. Where does the time go?

New nude accessorises from Aldo.

Sparkle glove for $2!

Finally having my necklaces organized.

A coffee machine programmed to be brewed when I wake up! Finally!

Happy puppy in the fall leaves.

Beach Waves

I have been wearing my hair in beach waves forever and this tutorial from B.Jones Style is the way I have been doing them recently. Super easy! It took me about to 2 times of doing it this way before I could do all of my hair in about 7 mins. I think you should try it! Now I am off to find the perfect pumkin.

Green it is...

After a fun and food filled Thanksgiving weekend it was back to work as usually yesterday. I have recently taken on some managing shifts at my job and this is what I wore to work and worked in all day. Normally I get to work and changing to my uniform of all black so when ever I manage I use that opportunity to wear some colour!

I love this kelly green dress that I bought at Zara earlier this year. It was a spur of the moment buy that turned out to be quite smart. I love Zara, and their dresses top my want list whenever I am in the store. Most of the time I can find a great dress for about $60 buck and I always get comments on them. Where is your go-to dress shop?

Jacket: Vintage
Dress: Zara
Boots: Aldo
Earrings: Gift
Bracelet: Can't remember I had it so long.

Side note: I am currently hunting for new skinny jeans. What are some of  your favourite brands and places to get skinny jeans? I forgot how much I hate trying to buy jeans and it is proving to be extremely frustrating! Help!

Hope everyone had a wonderful thanksgiving full of fun, food and family!

Never say never.

I have never left the house in sweatpants...ever. Not once as an adult. Well never say never cause it happened today. I am very tired today and wanted something comfy yet stylist to wear so here it is:

Toque: Mintage
Jacket: Joe Fresh:
Sweater: Urban Planet
T-shirt: H&M
Pants: Joe Fresh
Boots: Le Chateau
Chain: Sears

This outfit was totally inspired by my friend, Val, who is a fashion writer for Vancouver is Awesome and Style Nine to Five. What do you guys think? Can I pull of stylish sweatpants? Are they stylish?

Don't forget to check out my interview with Nicole Bridger over at The Vantage.

Eco Fashion Week. Day 1.

Hi all!

Exciting things are happening in my life at the moment. I am covering EFW for local website, The Vantage! Very exciting! They are short on a fashion expert and I am helping them out. So here is what I wore to the VIP/Media event on Wednesday night:

T-shirt: American Apparel
Tights: American Apparel
Shoes: H&M
Necklace: Vintage, Rock Retro Vintage
Clutch: Vintage, Community Thrift Store
Jacket: Joe Fresh
Lipstick: Russian Red, MAC

This photo was snap by Frock of Ages as Myles, The Vantage, and I first arrived at Storyuem for the Media open. What a great venue for this type of event. There were stalls set up with vendors ranging from vintage clothing, to new eco friendly clothing, to eco make-up and even some food stalls. You know I love any event that brings together my two loves, food and fashion. For more photos of the VIP/Media event I strongly urge you to head over to Frock of Ages where he has posted quite a few great photos.

Yesterday was the first day of shows and my first time ever interviewing a designer. You would think I would be totally cool with it as I talk to people all day long in my job and have worked with designers for years as a model and fit model but no, I was nervous! Luckily it went perfect. Here is what I wore for day 1:

Vintage Cocoon Cape: The Fair
Tank: H&M
Tights: American Apparel
Necklace:Sears
Booties: Winners
Clutch: Vintage

Before we go any further I have to give a shout out to the lady at The Fair. I had had my eye on this cocoon cape for over a month but trying to be practical never bought it. Well when the opportunity to write for The Vantage and cover fashion week came up I knew I needed it. She came in early and meet me at her store so I could pick it up before work. The store is amazing with both new and vintage pieces. Plus that is some serious customer service. Definitely check them out, I knew you'll find something you love.

So now that you have seen what I wore you are thinking well where is the interview! To read my interview with Nicole Bridger and to see my thoughts on the shows come on over to The Vantage and visit me there.

Pictures I haven't shared....

I was flipping through my picture file on my computer and I stumbled across a few picture that I haven't posted. They are in no order and make no sense so here they are jumbled together for your enjoyment.

Jeanne is the best and I need to read this book!

I have these boots and this picture inspires me to wear them in a more glamorous way.

Not the greatest ad for Chanel but reminds of a group of my friends who I love.

The fabulous dinner I made for my man's birthday. The first time I ever made lamb and it was GOOD!

NEED!

My favourite picture straight from the web. I use it for every party invite I send out on Facebook.

How I want to feel every morning when I get dressed.

The man who make me feel that way.

Where do I find this amazing jacket??

One of my best vintage finds worn to one of the best night outs with my man to a charity gala. I need more galas:)

Us at LMFAO. So much fun!!

The type of outfit I am always drawn too. In fact I am wearing a striped shirt as I type this.

One of my favourite pictures of myself. Such a fun night. NYE 2010.

One day when I have a large enough space this chair will be mine! And I will be the only person who can sit on it.

Hope you enjoyed the jumble that is my photo folder. Now I'm off to my niece's 1st birthday. I make sure to get the money shot of her and her cake face. Have a great Saturday!

Beauty Products

Working in the film industry in Vancouver can be so much fun, it can also be outside in the rain for hours on end. I would know I worked in it for 4 years as a make-up artist and hair assistant. During that time I used a lot of make-up on a lot of different faces. Now that I am living in the real world and my morning are fairly busy I have my make-up routine pretty much down. I have a basic face that take me about 7 mins and if I want to pump it up I have a few go to options that I can whip up in about 10 mins. (I have A LOT of practice) One morning I will have to slow it down and take some picture of the step it takes to pull off the basic face, for now here are the products I love.

Make-up ALWAYS looks better on a well moisturized face. I love this one because it sinks right in and has an SPF, very important everyday of the year!

I love blush...obsessed is the right word. This tint makes sure I look rosy and awake all day long.

A highlighter to help with the dewy look. I like this one but I am still on the look out for the perfect one.

I am very diligent about skin care so lucky I rarely need this to "hide a blemish" but it also make a great under eye concealer. Plus its cheap.

I have never found the perfect powder for myself yet but the MAC powders are great so at the moment I am using this.

Amazing drugstore bronzer, no orange or sparkle.

I think I wear foundation about twice a year, I love tinted moisturizer and I love this one from Smashbox.

This is my favourite blush EVER! I have been using it since high school and I have true millions of other blush and always come back to CoverGirl Classic Pink. If they ever discontinue it I will cry for years.

Shu Uemura, best curler on the planet. 'nough said.

I am always trying new mascaras but I love this one and have been using it for over a year now. Make my lashes look amazing.

My main pump up go tos. Not shown is my lipsticks: Russian Red and Rebel by MAC.

And they all live in this lovely make-up case given to me by one of my favourite people, Meredith Monroe. Who was on Dawson's Creek for years and is the nicest actor you could ever work with.

Now these are the product I love and am using at the moment, however....I am always into trying new products. Its is so much fun to test out a new colour or find a better powder. At the moment I am on the hunt for a primer and a new powder. If you have any suggestions I'd love to hear them!