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HBC Stripe spotting: Hudson's Bay
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
It's a new year! Can't believe it's 2020! I hope your year is starting off good so far! With a new year that means another year of fun and creative outfits from me and I hope you will stick around and enjoy them!
Let's start off my first post of 2020 with a favorite of mine: The Hudson's Bay Iconic Stripe collection and some of the new fashion pieces. If you are from Canada you will definitely know the iconic 4 stripe pattern. It's been around since the 1800's and is a big part of Canada's history. I am sure if you are not from Canada you have seen it around as well as there are a few celebrities that have been seen wearing some striped pieces. This year the Hudson's Bay striped fashion pieces are really outstanding. Some of the new pieces are part of a collaboration with blogger Color Me Courtney and they really are delightful. As someone who loves to dress in color these pieces are a dream come true. I hope you enjoy these striped pieces are much as me!
In Canada you can check out all of the HBC stripes collection online at the Stripe Shop at Hudson's Bay (click here). In the USA they have a few pieces at Lord & Taylor (click here). #stripespotting
OUTFIT DETAILS AFTER THE PHOTOS
OUTFIT DETAILS
Outfit #1
HBC x Color Me Courtney boucle stripe jacket - Hudson's Bay
HBC x Color Me Courtney Star pom pom beret - Hudson's Bay
Leather gloves - Danier
Boots - Miz Mooz @ Sole Addiction
Outfit #2
HBC stripes collection midi dress - Hudson's Bay
Long sleeve t-shirt - Joe Fresh
Beret - Winners
Shoes - John Fluevog
Outfit #3
HBC x Color Me Courtney faux fur jacket - Hudson's Bay
HBC x Color Me Courtney pom pom t-shirt - Hudson's Bay
HBC x Color Me Courtney heart mittens - Hudson's Bay
HBC striped ear muffs - Hudson's Bay
Skirt - Pink Tartan
Tights - Jessica @ Sears
Boots - John Fluevog
Outfit #4
HBC x Color Me Courtney faux fur stole - Hudson's Bay
HBC stripes collection confetti midi skirt - Hudson's Bay
Long sleeve t-shirt - Cupio @ Winners
Cherry earrings - Katy Perry @ Claire's
Beret - Winners
Shoes - John Fluevog
Rose Heart
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
It's nearly the end of the year! Can you believe it?! I am excited to see what the new year will bring.
One thing I know is that in 2020 I will still be wearing fun outfits with some fantastic accessories! I know my style has changed over the years but I still make every outfit unique and creative. I always put some thought into what I put on and some times that can take a few extra minutes to get my outfit just right.
Creating fun color combinations for an outfit is also something that I really enjoy doing and I really hope to push the boundaries this upcoming year. The color combo I am wearing in these photos is burgundy and pink. It is not a new color combination but it is definitely one that I love wearing over and over again. The colors work so well together!
What is your favorite color combo to wear?
OUTFIT DETAILS
Turtleneck - Jessica @ Sears
Beret - Global Connections
Earrings - gift
Necklace - The Shopping Channel
Gloves - Danier
Tights - Old Navy
Boots - Sorel @ Marshalls
Barbie Girl
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Who doesn't love Barbie?! I am sure you have played with a Barbie or two in your lifetime and it made you happy! Recently The Shopping Channel here in Canada had a 60th Anniversary Barbie special on tv and I had to tune in because I knew there would be some good stuff to buy! My mom is as big of a fan of Barbie as me so while watching the show live I was texting her and we were deciding on what pieces we needed to have! It was pretty fun! The show featured a few different brands such as Heidi Daus jewelry, Unique Vintage clothing and accessories, PUR cosmetics, and of course Barbie collector dolls!
The pieces that I had to have were this adorable Unique Vintage Barbie print swing skirt, Unique Vintage Barbie Swim Beauties circle bag and the sweetest crystal Barbie necklace by Heidi Daus! Too much Barbie for one outfit? I think not! I really wanted every item in the show but then I would be bankrupt so I picked just a few pieces. I am quite happy with my choices. The Unique Vintage Barbie skirt is just my style! I love the full shape, the print of the different classic Barbies and if you check out my photos below even the zipper pull at the back of the skirt is in the shape of a Barbie head, how cool is that! The retro circle Barbie bag with the iconic Barbies in their chevron bathing suits is perfect! My mom said she wanted the exact same bag as child so now we have it to enjoy! The beautiful Heidi Daus Barbie necklace I am wearing is so lovely. The pictures just don't do it justice, it is made with Swarovski crystals and it sparkles so magically! It really is such a darling statement piece for any Barbie girl!
It's not often such cute pieces are available for purchase right from Canada so this was a nice treat. Often brands ship to Canada but the duty charges or excessive shipping charges really make me think twice!
Are you a fan of Barbie too?
OUTFIT DETAILS
60th Anniversary Barbie print swing skirt - Unique Vintage @ The Shopping Channel
60 Anniversary Barbie Circle Bathing Beauties bag - Unique Vintage @ The Shopping Channel
60 Anniversary Barbie name necklace - Heidi Daus @ The Shopping Channel
Rose shaped ear muffs - @ Marshalls
Bamboo turtleneck - C'est Moi
Sunglasses bangle bracelet - Kate Spade
Tights - Forever 21
Shoes - John Fluevog
Chiffon Sleeve Trench Coat
Monday, November 25, 2019
You can never go wrong with putting on a classic trench coat! They always look amazing on and really elevate an outfit! This one I am wearing from Chicwish (click here to see it) is a classic trench coat but with a fun twist! It has the body of a trench coat but the sleeves are made with a chiffon material. The sleeves are actually made with two layers of chiffon, one being a cream color and the second one is a nude/tan color producing a really nice effect. The sleeves are quite sheer so whatever lovely color you are wearing underneath will show through so you can play around to make a unique look.
Isn't this skirt I am wearing an absolutely stunning piece! Sadly it seems that it is out of stock at the moment, but it's a fairly new piece so I think Chicwish will re-stock it soon. How could they not?! It's stunning! The mesh part at the bottom is sheer with a little bit of sparkle! We all need a little bit of sparkle in our lives!
I love that these pieces I am weaing are neutral in color but the whole outfit still stands out!
OUTFIT DETAILS
Chiffon sleeve trench dress coat - Chicwish
Pleated mesh bottom skirt - Chicwish
Turtleneck - Danier
Beret - Winners
Eiffel tower bag - Kate Spade New York
Masquerade necklace necklace & earrings - Kate Spade New York @ The Bay
Wrap bracelet - Swarovski
Watch - Kate Spade New York @ The Bay
Glasses ring - Kate Spade New York
Shoes - John Fluevog
Winter Velvet
Friday, November 08, 2019
The cold winter weather has arrived here in Winnipeg and it will be sticking around for quite some time! I am just going to have to accept it now! LOL. To make myself feel better about the cold weather I have put on the most gorgeous velvet dress and matching beret from April Cornell! This time of year I think velvet is the most perfect fabric to wear! It's warm and cozy and these 2 velvet pieces are made of the softest luxurious material!
This velvet dress (See it here: click here in Canada or click here in the USA) is absolutely fantastic to layer with. I chose to layer it with black this time just to make the gorgeous pattern stand out but I can't wait to layer this dress with some colored tops as well! The detailing of this dress is really special. The two front pockets are just so sweet (I know we all love pockets)! One of my favorite details of this dress is the blue stitching at the top the pockets and also around the neckline. I always love when a company puts in little extra special details like that. It shows that they have put some real thought into creating each design! I have taken some close up photos of the details so you can see for yourself! Let me tell you this dress is top notch quality!
The only thing that can make this adorable velvet dress better is wearing it with the matching beret (See it here: click here in Canada or click here in the USA). As someone who absolutely adores wearing hats this is such a treat to have a matching hat to an outfit! The hat is made from the same soft velvet and it is also lined as well. I will for sure wear this hat with many differenet outfits as well as it will go with so many different colors. The options are endless!
April Cornell really out did herself with these 2 pieces! I think everyone should have them for this winter! Perfect for going out, parties and of course wearing them everyday! No need to save these pieces for a special occasion.
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Home: including bedding and cushions
Accessories: including shoes, bags, jewelry, hats and scarves
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OUTFIT DETAILS
Cotton velvet printed dress - April Cornell (Canada - click here, USA - click here)
Cotton velvet printed beret - April Cornell (Canada - click here, USA - click here)
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Tassel earrings - Anthropologie
Bamboo turtleneck - C'est Moi
Crystal wrap bracelet - Swarovski
Turquoise ring @ The Shopping Channel
Watch - Kate Spade New York @ Hudson's Bay
Boots - Betsey Johnson @ Burlington Coat Factory
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