Those That Compliment

I can count on one hand how many times I've worn my favorite red lipstick since coloring my hair a few weeks ago. I suppose when I first had the color done, I questioned whether or not I could actually wear this color again. It's amazing how much your hair color {of the moment} alters complementary color choices in both wardrobe and make-up. Working off that same thought process, I had never been attracted towards this tone of leopard - until now. I look forward to learning more about color analysis and what tones compliment my skin tone best. My question to you today: are you one for color theory, or do you believe anything goes?

Have a great weekend!

xo

                          Dress: Anne Klein

                          Sandals: Aldo

                          Necklace: Aldo

                          Watch: Michael Kors

                          Bracelet: Stella & Dot's 'Christina Link Bracelet' (available here)

                          Clutch: Louis Vuitton

Adding The Staples

This past long weekend gave me everything I could want: sleep (to recover from my trip last week to the East coast) and some shopping. Without purposely looking, I was able to add a couple of pieces to my wardrobe which are in line with `my new direction` I foresee. You may be surprised to know that aside from one black leather jacket, none of my other outerwear pieces are solid black. For the longest time I wore black - head to toe, nearly everyday. With that in mind, I must have thought that by ensuring my outerwear piece was of color would keep me from being categorized as `that girl who always wears black`. Times have changed and so has my mindset. I was thrilled to have picked up this Burberry number over the weekend. While I initially thought of this as a spring coat, really, as long as I`m living in Vancouver I`d say this coat can be worn for nearly 10 months of the year. The second new piece I`m wearing is this black DVF pencil skirt (a girl can never have too many pencil skirts!). What makes this one extra special are the front pockets - complete with invisible zippers. Don`t expect me to flaunt anything new on here for the next while. Since I`m still finalizing the details of what `my new direction` will be, I know that a part of this process will have me shopping within my closet to determine what stays and what must go. Stay tuned.

                          Coat: Burberry Brit

                          Skirt: Diane Von Furstenberg

                          Top: Armani Exchange

                          Shoes: Ivanka Trump

                          Necklace: Stella & Dot`s `Piper Necklace`(available here)

                          Bracelet: Stella & Dot`s `Radiance Coil Bracelet` (available here)

The New Direction

As I mentioned in my post from this past Saturday, I feel like I need to spend some time re-developing my style identity. While I don't expect the realization of what my style actually is to occur overnight, what I do know is my love for billowy blouses and tasteful dresses will remain as-is. What I am looking to add to my wardrobe is more structure, in other words, tailored pants and well-fitted blazers. Essentially, classic pieces that instantly make anyone look like a.) they know what they're doing and b.) they know a good thing when they see it. Below are some looks that sum up the direction I'd like to be headed.

I hope my fellow Canadian readers are enjoying this beautiful long weekend!

Classy & Fabulous Look #1: Office Appropriate 

Classy & Fabulous Look #2: The New Weekend 

Classy & Fabulous Look #3: Dining Out