Get The Look: Beachside Glam

Today I'm sharing how to get the beautiful "Beachside Glam" look from our Spring '14 Look Book. This style is super simple to emulate...

- Start with a simple maxi dress in a single hue. The strapless number below (from Splendid) or the gorgeous Pink Stitch dress in our look book (available at Yaletown's Fine Finds, for all of you Vancouverites) both have a sweet simplicity that serves as the perfect canvas for the rest of this look.

- Add a pair of strappy sandals. Gladiator-style flats keep things casual, while a chunkier wedge heel will dress things up for night.

- Pile on some juicy jewels: statement earrings, an eye-catching necklace and wrist adornments in colorful gems are the perfect fit. Our look features the Snake Charmer Earrings, Flora & Faceted Green Onyx Bracelets and Chrysalid Necklace. 

- Throw a soft pashmina or scarf in your hand bag to throw over your shoulders once the sun sets or if it's breezy.

 

Voila! You've got the perfect look for a dinner date on the patio, or afternoon persecco with girlfriends.

Hot Summer Nights

Happy Friday, Friends! I hope you are enjoying this warm summer weather we've been having as much as I am. If you haven't had the good fortune of all this sunshine we've been getting here on the coast, I apologize for being boastful, but we've had about a month plus of summer amazing-ness and I am praying that it lasts through to September! 

While this summer has been a pretty low-keyed one for me fashion-wise - lots of time spent wearing my workout clothes on the bike, or shorts and a tank top on our patio - I think it's high time I got myself prettied up for a night out on the town. 

Here's a simple and sexy summer look that would be perfect for a girl's night out, date night or summer wedding: start with a simple, bold-colored dress, add a pair of nude colored sandals or pumps, throw on a swipe of bright lipstick and stand-out accessories, grab a fun clutch and you're out the door. 

[Look shown: dress by Zara, shoes by Sole Society, clutch by Banana Republic, lip color by Maybelline, jewellery by Keltie Leanne Designs.]

Summer Lovin'

Hi Lovelies! I'm back from holidays, and after some seriously hot temps in Italy, am ready for summer here in Vancouver (fingers crossed it shows up this weekend!).

Summer is such a fun time for fashion - I love the bright colors, airy fabrics and general whimsy that seems to take over our closets in the warmer months. While I love a great pair of platform sandals and a pretty summer frock as much as the next girl, when the sun is shining I'm usually out and about exploring, so I need to be certain my outfits are both practical and comfy! 

Here's a look that I'll be wearing a ton this summer - a colorful top, denim shorts and functional accessories: a cross-body purse, flat sandals, and a hat to keep the sun off my fair skin (and bad hair days hidden away). Of course, I'll be sure to wear a few of my favorite ocean-inspired jewellery designs, to take this basic summer look from run-of-the-mill to fab. 

[Look shown: tank top by Splendid, hat by Volcom, sandals by Sam Edelman, denim shorts by Adriano Goldschmied, purse by Madewell, jewellery by Keltie Leanne Designs]

Sunday Brunch

The past couple of weeks have flown by even faster than they usually seem to, so today I'm totally having one of those, I can't believe it's Friday! moments. Which of course leads me to thinking about weekend plans and all of the little treats I'm looking forward to - a few drinks with girlfriends at the end of the work day, the chance to bum around the house in my PJ's extra long tomorrow, and if I'm lucky - brunch at one of my fav restaurants with my guy or good friends. And while weekend brunch can easily be an excuse to just throw on any old comfy t-shirt and jeans in your closet, I personally see it as a chance to get a bit put together for a fun, lingering outing. 

So, in celebration of the beautiful spring flowers and slightly warmer temps, here's a look I've styled that's perfect for Sunday brunch. While I'm not normally a very "flowery" girl, I just love the fun, floral pants and jeans I've seen in stores lately, and think they're a great way to add mega punch to any look. Throw on a lightweight sweater, plus buttery leather jacket and simple flats, and cap off the look with bright accessories like our Calypso Earrings and Blue Lagoon Bracelet. You'll be set for a morning (or afternoon) of indulgent eggs benny and lattes. 

Do you love brunch at much as I do? Any restaurant picks you'd love to share?