Style: Warm Fuzzy Feeling!

Heya! The last last few weeks have been extremely cold in Toronto. And it's only the beginning of January! It's hard to keep a smile on my face when the weather outside is frightful. But now is the perfect time to have fun with your outfits! Experiment with different layers, fabrics, and styles. Have fun and don't let winter bring you down!

My Style: Warm Winter Elements!

Now that the cold weather is here, I find myself dressing casual, with jeans and sweaters, more often. Sometimes it's hard to stay motivated to look stylish when I all I want to do is stay warm! The way to looking good while dressing warm, is to remember these 3 elements: statement accessories, layer in colour, and fashion forward knits, like this one I picked up at M for Mendocino a few months ago.

Style: Deep Blue Fringe!

Heya! Several weeks ago I went Shopping at Forever 21 and bought some amazing pieces at some fabulous prices! Not only was there a great sale on but there was an extra 50% off their clearance section. I couldn't resist some of the deals and bought a few funky fashion pieces to add some unique style to what was already in my closet. I picked up a chic striped faux fur coat, that I recently featured in a post: Grande Style: Coffee + (Faux Fur)!, and the fabulous faux fur collar featured in my last post of 2013: Retro Purple Haze!

Style: Retro Purple Haze!

Heya! I was browsing in Joe Fresh recently and was pleasantly surprised with the cute dresses and skirts that are available, at amazing clearance prices. I fell in love with this dress as soon as I saw it. And when I tried it on, I knew I had to buy it, especially once I noticed it was on sale. The bodice fits perfectly, and I love the retro "feel" of the full skirt and cut of the dress. I also adore the pattern, and of course, the purple colour.

Style: Nice + Naughty Cheer!

Heya! When I found this cozy sweater and fun warm novelty socks from Urban Outfitters, I couldn't resist styling a Christmas themed outfit. So I braved the Toronto Ice Storm aftermath, to show this fabulous (and warm) outfit!

Style: Grande Sexy: Coffee + (Faux) Fur!

Heya! I don't normally post on the weekend, but this week has been so crazy hectic: trying to fit in work, holiday events, Christmas shopping, baking, and making a gingerbread house (yes, I made a gingerbread house), that I ran out of time to post on my blog! But I had to share this fabulous outfit I bought at Homegrown Boutique in Yorkville a few weeks ago. 

I've always wanted to stop by and check this store out, being a place that features Canadian designer fashions. Armed with a $50 gift card I received from Spark Sessions and a resolve to find a sexy and chic dress, I finally had an excuse to buy myself a Christmas gift. 

Style: Keeping It Mod With Yellow Butterflies!

Heya! Now that it's cold outside, and is going to stay that way for a while, I have to get creative on how I wear dresses and skirts in the winter. I want to stay warm and stylish, but don't want to look boring by wearing black tights all the time. That's why I am so happy I found this amazing online company called Zohara. They sell fabulous tights and leggings in  very cool colours, designs, and patterns. The tights are so comfortable and last a long time. I still have the first pair I bought! They are so chic and versatile. Perfect for a visit to the AGO or a night of cocktails with friends on King Street West. I first came across this company at one of my trips to The National Women's Show (to find out more about my visit to The National Women's show go here).  

Style: Swag Style With Smart Set!

Heya! Have you been to +SmartSetFashion recently? I love the Fall and the new Holiday Collections. Full of rich colours, like deep burgundy and emerald green, charming animal prints, bedazzled and be-sparkled lace and beaded tops and skirts. All the items I tried on were so comfortable and fit amazing! It was hard to decide what to buy!

I fell in love with so many pieces that I decided to style two looks using the gift card I received as part of the swag bag from Spark Sessions, Canada's first and only Fashion and Beauty blogger conference.

Style: A Casual Statement!

Heya! I put together this new outfit for a casual afternoon spent with friends. We went out for brunch at a bistro along Bloor Street West and then window shopping and browsing in the great shops along Bloor Street. I wanted to remain casual and comfortable but still wanted some chic allure to the outfit. I layered a bright comfortable pullover over a plaid shirt that compliments the bright green. It was a cool afternoon, so the layering kept me warm. I paired the tops with some very comfortable distressed boyfriend jeans. To add some interest to the look, I introduced a shock of new colour with a statement Shop For Jayu necklace. Low heeled boots and a structured purse completed the outfit. 
 

Style: Tribal Style!

Heya! Lately I've been experimenting with mixing different patterns in one outfit. I usually shy away from wearing patterns head to toe, especially different ones. But as I stated, I'm experimenting:)

 

Style: Graphic Cool!

Heya! I have been recently wearing a lot of graphic t-shirts. You can add some trendy flair to any outfit with a graphic tee and they are a fun way to express yourself and the world around you. They can be dressed up or down and styled so many different ways. Graphic tees have endless possibilities! Here are 2 of my newest additions to my wardrobe:

Style: Styling The Little Out Of The LBD!: Part.3

Heya! I have loved styling my +Forever 21 Long Black Dress, the new LBD, and showing off how versatile it is! As I have said, everyone should not only have a Little Black Dress, but the cooler weather version as well: the Long Black Dress. And just with some styling and accessorizing tricks, you suddenly have so many outfit options from just one dress!

This is the last post of a 3 post series. The first 2 posts I went casual. You can read them here and here. So, without further ado, here are my last 3 looks that I styled from the same Forever 21 dress. I went elegant and dressy for the last 3, so enjoy:


Look 8: Cocktail Hour!:
This outfit is so chic! I love how the animal print and feathers add a little "downtown" flare to the LBD. Also, I tied a wrap belt from Dynamite, around the waist just to give the outfit more shape and added long leather gloves, to amp up the the cool vibe of this look. Adding too many colours would make this outfit look to busy, so I kept the belt and gloves chic black. I added just a little colour, by wearing a vintage necklace, I got from an antique store, and my favourite feather clutch from Aldo. And of course some chic sunglasses I picked up at Shoppers Drugmart!

Style: Styling The Little Out Of The LBD!: Part 2

Heya! With the weather cooling, hemlines are lengthening. And the old LBD (little Black Dress) is now the new LBD (the Long Black Dress)! The long black dress is so versatile, I own 3 different styles! This one from Forever 21 is my favourite!

I styled 10 unique looks from this dress, and this is the second post in a 3 part series. (Go here to read the first post). So as promised, here are 4 more casual looks I styled from the same new LBD from +Forever 21:


Look 4: Office Cool!:
This outfit is a perfect seasonal transition outfit! I layered a scarf and sweater, that can easily come off if the day gets hot, or if you go out for after work cocktails. It shows off how versatile the new LBD really is! And I love the colour and print of the David Jones bag. This bag is big enough to hold everything you need for a day at the office that turns into a night out. And to make sure all the layers don't look like I gained 5 pounds, I added a fun whimsical belt from Aldo, that will show off any figure.

 

Style: Styling The Little Out Of The LBD!: Part 1

Heya! Karl Lagerfeld once said, "One is never over-dressed or under dressed in a little black dress". Well the same can be said for the long black dress, the new LBD. No woman should be without a long black dress in their closet! Especially now, as the seasons change and the the weather turns from hot to cool, a long dress is the perfect transitional piece. And the colour is so versatile that it can go from casual to elegant, day to night, with just the right accessories and styling! 

I bought this beautiful LBD from Forever 21 and have styled it into 10 unique outfits. This Forever 21 dress fits amazingly! It has a pretty flowing chiffon skirt and flattering leather like bodice. Whatever the mood or occasion this LBD has got you covered! I just added some accessories and layering pieces and I'm ready to face whatever the day throws at me. 

Over the next 3 posts, I'll be showing off how amazing the new LBD is!  This first post shows how the LBD can be styled in 3 different casual looks:

Style: Sunny Style!

Heya! I can't believe there are only a few weeks left of summer! And I for one, am going to make the most of them! And in style! Day trips to the beach! Weekends up North! Picnics in the park! The choices are endless.

Style: Country Styled!

 

Heya! I traveled up north of Toronto this long weekend and decided to use this opportunity to style some fabulous outfits with the beautiful countryside as a backdrop. 

Style: Rocker Chic!

Heya! Bring out your inner rocker chick and don't be afraid to wear leather (or faux leather) in the summer! Leather is a great fabric that oozes coolness even in the heat of summer. Just wear it sparingly and pair it with bright pieces to make it feel more summery.

Style: My Thrifty New Outfit!

Heya! Who says you need to spend a lot of money to look like a million bucks?! All you need is a little creativity, some vision, and an excellent eye for fashion. Look at my new outfit! This whole ensemble cost $27.49 (Canadian)! 

Style: New Outfit Styled!

Heya! Check out a new outfit I created with some old pieces from my closet! 

If your closet is like mine, you have a lot of great items that are a few months (or years) old.  All you need is some creative thinking and try to pair some of those pieces together to create a whole new outfit! The black tank dress is a basic that most women have in their summer wardrobe, and put that underneath a bright patterned sheer blouse with a fabulous belt and trendy sandals (like the gladiator ones I got on clearance at Urban Outfitters) and now I (and you) have a fabulous new summer outfit!  


And P.s!: Add a fun accessory to your hair (like my purple feathers) to give your hairstyle a quick update too!

P.s,

Melanie!

Style: An Old Dress Made New(ish)!

Heya! I love this sundress I bought several years ago from one of my favourite stores downtown Toronto, called The Embellished Room. It's lightweight, so it's perfect for those hot and sticky summer days, the colour and fit are lovely, and it only cost me $30! 


And P.s!: To add some interest and to make the dress feel like new again, I added some fun accessories I picked up at Ardene! Voila! What's old is new again!

P.s,

Melanie!