The Soft Edge

Eryn Brinie draped vest, Talula long-sleeve tee, Current Elliott jeans, Asos/Club Monaco/Tiffany & Co rings, Aldo Necklace, Bakers boots

Finally, a real outfit post!  My style has never been particularly "edgy" as I tend to stick with classic shapes and feminine silhouette. But I loved this vest so much that I had it make it my own. It's highly versatile and has a Rick Owens vibe to it.  Although I wore it semi-zipped, it can also be worn buttoned-up for a sophisticated cowl neck or wide-open for a relaxed casual look. All 3 are perfect for a day in the city :)

P.S. How fantastic is this mural showing the historical charm of Vancouver's Granville Street!






This past weekend, I went to the Smooth Co. label launch at Holt Renfrew and met Justin Bobby. Here's one for all you Hills fans!


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Olympic Blues

Club Monaco top and gloves, Elie Tahari leather jacket, Aldo necklace, Zara booties, Balenciaga city

17 days, 14 golds, 1 truly amazing experience for Vancouverites and the world alike. I'll wrap it up by leaving you with a pic of the Olympic cauldron. I'm slowing recovering from the after-Olympic blues and yes, this will be my last Olympics related post... I promise. Back to regular programing this week!

During the games, I met up with the lovely Annette from The VersaStyle. Connecting with amazing people like Annette is truly the greatest thing about blogging. I love how the only picture we got together has a line of umbrellas as a backdrop, classic Vancouver! Hopefully when I visit her in LA, we'll get to hang for more than a 30 min coffee chat!

P.S., Check out my contribution to the latest issue of Style Sampler Magazine:

Little Teal Riding Hood

Asos belted cape coat, Aldo ankle boots, Banana Republic earrings

Yes, I stole Blair Waldorf's signature look and I'm not giving it back.  The other day, one of the buttons of my old favorite Zara coat popped off, and then I realized how worn out it was from our Vancouver winters.  I guess this wasn't all bad, as it meant I was due for a new coat!  I was looking for something other than a traditional black peacoat; something classy yet unique.  So there I was on my routine ASOS browse-through, when I saw this gorgeous teal cape coat: it's feminine, lady-like, and everything I was looking for! There was a fair share of capes on recent runways (Thakoon, Derek Lam, Marc Jacobs, and many more).  I was always intrigued by them.  In fact my fav childhood outfit was this purple cape! I remember being super embarrassed when my mom made me stand infront of the playground for photos... while other kids were swinging on monkey bars behind me.  I have to find these pics and post them soon!  It's safe to say I've always been a fan of capes.  I just love the way it falls... this coat almost feels like a dress!  If there's one bad thing about them is that you have to opt for a satchel instead of a shoulder bag.  Although, I imagine a messenger might work too :)

This got me thinking... can a statement piece also be an investment piece? I say Yes. I can see myself wearing this coat 5, 10 years down the road!... if it still fits.