betwixt.

I like the idea of wearing a glamourous coat with comfortable shoes: evening dresses with flats. I like it when
there are two messages in one silhouette. I like it when it’s not first-degree sexy: when it’s not first-degree severe.
I like it when everything is mixed.
-Guillaume Henry, Creative Director of Carven

I’ve been swinging back and forth.
somewhere between a Mod and an angry librarian.
This leopard coat is my security blanket
and sadly I will have to retire it soon.

Leopard Jacket: Zara
Denim Shirt: Topman
Stripe Sweater, Peg Pants and Creepers: Topshop

The Carven pre-fall 2012 collection is everything that I have ever wanted to express through material means,
it’s a shame that I can’t seem to physically manifest it.

marant dreaming.

…these are a few of my (current) favourite things.

I was on a bit of a Zara shopping binge while visiting the folks in Abu Dhabi.
The little island scattered with too many malls went on sale far before it’s Canadian counterparts,
and seeing as the buys seem to be a little more tailored to the European market, I decided to take advantage of our strong dollar.

The knit sweater and bright green skirt are my two favourites of the haul.
I love the way the skirt pops on my dark skin,
and the sweater is so very Isabel Marant with out the ridiculous price tag.
The Topshop flat-form wedge I managed to get at a steal!
And so stupid easy to walk in, I wear them about the house just because.
I bought ‘Just Kids’ while wandering about Schiphol
ShitholeAirport.
Loved it so much, I read it twice. But then I’ve always been a sucker for raw romance.

Style Crush: Julia Sarr Jamois

There is something about Julia Sarr Jamois’ off beat and quirky style that splits my head in two and captures my heart. The Wonderland magazine fashion editor has this impeccable knack of mixing print and colour that I certainly can not help but envy. Be it breton stripe t-shirt with kaleidoscopic Christopher Kane print skirt or pairing a velvet blazer with ripped boyfriend jeans, Jamois makes it look so very cool and effortless. Usually papped with barely any accessories and a cigarette in hand, it is her  uncanny ability to mix chic Parisian ease with typically English eccentricity that I find to be the most beguiling. With fashion month just around the corner I can’t wait to see what visual treats JSJ will whip up for us next.


Zara acrylic sweater, $60, TopShop short sleeve shirt, $30, Miu Miu velvet blazer, $1,195

 

Christopher Kane striped skirt, $808, Adam mini skirt, $300, American Eagle Outfitters rolled up jeans, $20, Dieppa Restrepo black patent leather shoes, $191, TopShop red heels, $140, Dannijo chain bracelet, 370, Prada sunglasses, $290, Armor Lux Breton Shirt, $55
Miu Miu Trick sequin purse, $380


*image sources from everywhere.I’m just horrible and don’t know where I got what from.

POP: Spring/Summer 2011 CYMK brights for less.

The Inspiration: The Jil Sander Spring/Summer womenswear collection.
February has been the darkest and coldest by far, so what better way to celebrate the first of a new month and possibly some warm sunshine by kick starting your wardrobe with a punch of color. To spread a little cheer, I’ve scoured the internet and have pulled together a couple of great pieces to pump up the CMYK voltage in your wardrobe for great pieces for as low as $25!

KIWI SAYS COP THIS. And sing brightly for me while you’re at it. xo

1. O’Clock Watch : In Magenta $40 |  A2Zzane


2. Equipment: Sleeveless blouse $178 | Singer22


3. H&M: Fashion Against Aids | To hit stores April 26th Check out more details here.


4. ZARA: A-line skirt $49.50 | Zara.com


5. UrbanOutfitters: High rise Cigarette Jean $58 | Urbanoutfitters.com


6. PixieMarket: Sherbert PVC detachable collar $44 | Pixiemarket.com


7. Aritzia: Wilfred Emmanulle Dress 4175 | Atritzia.com


8. Lomography: Diana F+ CMYK $105 | Available at the Lomography Store, 536 Queen St. West, Toronto.


9. M.A.C Cosmetics: Lipstick in Loud-Mouth Orange. (Morange) $25 | Any M.A.C spot

Spring dreaming

I have this theory,
that if I dress in pretty and painterly floral prints,
the warmth of Spring will rear it’s head,
and kiss my skin.

Blouse: Zara
Watch: Michael Kors
Aligator ring: Kenneth Jay Lane
Turquoise ring:  no idea at all, but I can’t seem to separate myself from it.
Shoes: Deena and Ozzy via Urban Outfitters