pants (Laura); wrap top (Banana Republic); grey tank (Fairweather); shoes (Spring); ring (Banana Republic)
black pants (Reitmans); red top (Le Chateau); black tank (Fairweather); black peep-toe (Sears); yellow necklace (Le Chateau)
It is snowing today. And staying on the ground. Not melting. Ugh.
I know my black pants always say Reitmans and that's because they fit me the best. I've tried, and continue to try, pants at other stores but these serve my needs and I own many pairs of them. It's a pretty safe bet that when it comes to my lower half and pants - they're from that one store. Put it all on black my friends. She's a winner!
I'm also not fully a fan of pairing a solid colour with a solid black pant/skirt/whatever is covering my behind. Sometimes I feel as though it is a very stark contrast. The black tank breaks it down a bit more and the punch of yellow kicks the entire thing into high gear. I almost wore my yellow heels too but then felt too matchy-matchy. My junior high English teacher - I remember her as the very first fashionista I knew. She matched EVERYTHING. The outfit that sticks in my mind the most was comprised of turquoise. All of it. The pant suit (yup - it was 1991). The tank top. The earrings. The shoes. The nylons (I hate the word pantyhose). The head barrette (a grown woman with a barrette. Multiples actually). Sigh. Love her. Funny the things one remembers...I don't want to say she was my inspiration but she did influence me to never match. Kids always made fun of her - as kids tend to do - and I never wanted to be that.
Onto a completely random note...we have an egg-decorating contest here on Thursday. I will be trying to make my egg quirky and fun. I foresee something with feathers. Feathers just scream fun, don't you think?
When I began today's blog, I had tons to say...now that I am writing it, I am at a loss for words. I'm blaming it on the piece of brownie I had over lunch. The sugar is messing with my head. And making me type really really quickly.
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black suit (Reitmans); white shell (Banana Republic); yellow shoes (Spring); necklace (Banana Republic); pearl studs (gifted)What a day! I got into work and it was meeting after meeting after meeting. I'm now in between meetings and writing a blog post. Dedication.
It's a gorgeous day today and I can't wait to go home and clean. You read it right. Clean. I want to finish all the spring cleaning now so I don't have to do it when the even more gorgeous weather is here. I intend to spend my time outdoors enjoying the sun and finding new haunts in the city. One of my favourite things to do here. The nation's capital. Let me know if you're ever near - we'll hook up!
As you may have noticed, the yellow shoes are out again. I got tons of compliments on them today...guess the black and white ensemble really shows off the incredible colour. I feel super springy today even with the black suit. It's all the colour in the accessories...I'm doing really well so far at keeping outfits light in colour. I'm even going to try and make some colour combinations over the next few days and weeks to see what I can come up with. I find when I dress bright, I feel bright. I'm sure there's some scientific research proving this theory.
I hope you all enjoy bright days wherever you are :)
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trouser jeans (Reitmans); tan jacket (Mexx); red top (Costa Blanca); yellow shoes (Spring); necklace (Banana Republic); earrings (Dynamite)
Colour - two days in a row! This must be a sign that spring is indeed around the corner! Atleast it seems that it will be this weekend - can't wait for the great weather we're supposed to have!
I was inspired by a woman walking down the street the other day wearing tan and red...then a blogger that I read wore red and yellow...I put all 3 together! It worked really well - I have a feeling this is going to be a go-to outfit for the spring.
I received a 30% off coupon for the GAP, Old Navy and Banana Republic. I am really torn over whether I should shop or not. I am on a savings spree and don't really need anything. We'll see on Monday if I succumbed to temptation. I'm also going sapping on Sunday...some friends of mine have land at a sugar bush and it's time to collect the maple syrup! I've never done it before so I'm excited, plus, what a great way to spend time outdoors. Should be fun. Now, what does one wear to sap??
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