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Posted on November 29, 2012

‘Tis the season for endless social gatherings! Whether you’re gearing up for an office holiday party, catching up with old friends from college, or both in the same night, you’ll need to be prepared. I’ll always be the first to tell you that a little black dress will never fail, but what shoes do you wear with it? Holiday festivities means you can step up your footwear from your everyday black pump. Have some fun with it and go all out with glitter or gold! Plus, when New Year’s Eve rolls around, you’ll already have the perfect pair of pumps.

1. Miu Miu / 2. Kate Spade / 3. Enzo Angiolini / 4. Badgley Mischka

-Jen

Categories: Shoes, Winter

How to Wear Winter Whites

Posted on November 20, 2012

Winter doesn’t have to be a dark and deary experience, even if you are bundled up north of the 49th parallel like me. Take a break from moody black and blue hues, and take a cue from the beautiful snowfall and heaps of whipped cream on that mocha warming your hands. Embrace winter whites! It’s such a fun and unexpected clash with the norm, I promise you’ll love it.

While I always recommend a perfect LDB (see recent post), dressing up in head-to-toe white is so refreshing if done properly. You can opt for a white knit sweater and full maxi skirt like the image from Derek Lam below, or you can incorporate a white winter coat inspired by Valentino. If you’re not ready for the monochromatic look, I suggest starting with white denim. Make it more seasonal by pairing with black accessories and faux fur. Here are my favorites looks and inspirations for pulling off winter whites this season. How will you be wearing this trend?

Derek Lam

Valentino

jeans- Citizens, turtleneck- J.Crew, sweater- J.Crew, bag- Rebecca Minkoff,

-Jen

p.s. For more inspiration, check out our Winter White Pinterest board!

Categories: Shopping, Winter

Borrowed from the Boys

Posted on November 18, 2012

Wearing clothes that were originally designed for boys is not a foreign concept to me. I admittedly had my tomboy phase; a few years in elementary school when I preferred long shorts and t-shirt to dresses. Luckily, menswear pieces have indefinitely been absorbed into today’s most popular women’s fashion. This has afforded me the opportunity to take full advantage of the idea of wearing chic yet comfortable menswear classics.

Diane Keaton / Kate Moss

When I think of an iconic example of this trend, I instantly think of Diane Keaton as Annie Hall. Her ensembles will always serve as the standard of menswear chic- effortless and classy. Today, Kate Moss is a perfect example of how to rock this trend while maintaining a sexy and feminine persona. When incorporating menswear pieces into your wardrobe, do not be afraid to head straight to the men’s section of Nordstrom. I am a huge fan of their Original Penguin brand of shirts. These are some of my favorite picks below exemplifying the “borrowed from the boys” trend. Which ones will you work into your wardrobe?

-Meg

Categories: Menswear

How to Update Your Favorite LBD

Posted on November 14, 2012

A Little Black Dress is an essential piece in every woman’s wardrobe. I’m of the opinion that it’s best to invest in a timeless dress, one that will be a canvas for accessories and jewelry. And this is the key to making your dress last with each wear. If you update it with more modern and trendy accessories, nobody will know it’s the same dress you wore to the holiday party two years ago.

Since you’re bound to be on the invite list for countless holiday, office, and family gatherings, now is the perfect time of year to recycle a well worn dress. I suggest trying something new, like pairing your LBD with burgundy tights and a trendy leather jacket. Burgundy is still having its moment, and accentuating your long legs with these tights will surely be a conversation starter. A great jacket is also key, and I am currently loving anything with leather sleeves. How will you update your LBD this season?

-Jen

P.S. If you’re still looking for that perfect Little Black Dress, we’ve gone a little overboard pinning our favorites. We’re sure you’ll find something you love!

Categories: Accessories, Dresses, Holidays, Jackets, Shopping, Winter

Get Inspired

Posted on November 9, 2012

I think I read it on a Lululemon bag one day. “Have you woken up two days in a row uninspired? Change your life!” How it stayed with me this long, I will never know. One thing I do know is that everyone struggles with finding meaning and inspiration in what they do, and what you “do” with your life no longer has to mean an occupation. Many people are taking untrodden paths to carve out their niche in this world, way beyond the desk job that was once the norm.

Technology has provided us with so many opportunities in this generation, and sometimes it can seem more of a burden than having too few choices. So if you’re like me and you sometimes feel like you’re wandering through a cave, your eyes still adjusting to the darkness, just look toward someone else who has already forged their path! I love finding inspiration in others. Read a book, watch a film- there are so many ways to learn from people who have discovered the inspiration in their lives.

Last night, I went to Heather Clawson’s signing for her new book, Habitually Chic: Creativity at Work. She is the blogger behind Habitually Chic, and if you don’t follow it already you certainly should! I was surprised to find that her book was more than just a picture book about design. She opens up about how she got to where she is today- pay cuts, big moves and all. I attended the event hoping to learn a bit about blogging, but it turns out I learned a lot more about getting inspired.

-Jen

Categories: Random, Toronto

Lust List: Leopard Coat

Posted on November 8, 2012

This winter, there is nothing I am lusting after more than the perfect leopard coat. Living in the city, I feel this is a winter wardrobe staple – strutting down 5th Avenue battling another storm of the century. Paired with coated black skinnies, chunky booties, and a basic button up, this is the recipe for the perfect weekend outfit to meet all your brunching, shopping, and lazy lounging needs. Kate Moss exemplifies this chic wardrobe essential as the iconic fur ambassador (much to PETA’s contempt). I personally will opt for a faux fur option to save money and my conscience. My absolutely favorite is the Free People Leopard Swing coat, but check out some of my other picks below!

Kate Moss

-Meg

Categories: Lust List, Shopping

Shop the #NSale with Us!

Posted on November 6, 2012

It comes only twice a year. Every time it sneaks up on us and shocks us into a shopping frenzy- it’s the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale! While we’ve been furiously pining through all the sale pieces, we put together a list of our favorites for you to check out for yourselves. You can view them all through our NSale Pinterest board. Overall, coats and shoes are our most coveted pieces, with accessories and dresses rounding out the list. What do you think of our Nordstrom sale selections? Will you be shopping the NSale as well?

Trina Turk Textured Double Breasted Coat $346.49 (was $525.00)