VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND

Today Monday, May 20th is Queen Victoria Day which turned this past weekend into a long weekend, having Monday off to celebrate. We have a vacation coming up in July to Vancouver, but it was time for a mini getaway here in our own backyard. We headed out to "cottage country" here in Ontario, and enjoyed the abundance of nature. 

First night we stayed in the Honeymoon Suite at the Inn At The Falls. There was a mix up with reservation so we were upgraded both nights, but stayed in different styles of rooms each night.

On the second night we stayed in a room in the Mews Building. 

Looking across the way that balcony and top peak of the Inn was where we stayed the night before. 

We ate at the Fox & Hounds restaurant that was located at the Inn At The Falls. We also ate at The Old Station, and The Griffin. 

This is the staircase in the back of the coffee shop we frequented during our stay in Bracebridge, ON.

TORONTO LIFE STYLEBOOK PARTY

This past Wednesday, Stephanie Flattered and I attended Toronto Life magazine's special interest issue, Stylebook Soiree. My name wasn't added until that morning so at lunch I visited Hudson's Bay store across from my office, and picked up this beautiful Spring/Summer top by Jessica Simpson. To add a little more "jazz" to my outfit I found a beautiful statement necklace from the jewelry line, Expressions. Party took place at The Distillery District here in Toronto Specifically at The Fermenting Cellar.

The green carpet entrance. Matched my outfit!  

 What I Wore:

Fidelity Denim

Jessica Simpson Floral Blouse

Expressions Statement Necklace 

Dooney + Bourke Vintage Bucket Handbag

Arturo Chiang "Chelsea" Black Leather Ankle Boots

GOOD FRIDAY, ART, AND FASHION.

Today is a Statutory Holiday in Canada, "Good Friday." N8 and I had today off from work, and with the weather getting warmer we ventured out for a walk. First we went graffiti spotting in some alleys that are popular for artists here in Toronto. 

What I Wore:

Soia + Kyo Jacket

Fidelity Denim Jeans

Franco Sarto Boots

Dooney + Bourke Vintage Handbag

Malene Birger Tweed Sweater

T-shirt from Aritzia

RayBan Sunglasses

Custom Pandora Bracelet

Kate Spade Watch

We stopped into our favourite designer art and toy store, Magic Pony.

Not only was I delighted Joe Fresh was open today, but I was ecstatic to find more 100% silk blouses in a variety of colours. I left Joe Fresh with three new silk blouses in; Coral, Green,  and Blue. It wasn't until we got home that I realized the tulips we bought match my new clothes!!!

PREP FOR TORONTO FASHION WEEK

Fashion Week seem to have started last Thursday in Toronto, but starting Monday is World Mastercard's Fashion Week runway schedule. Monday to Friday afternoon and evening presentations from top and emerging designers, inside the large white tent downtown. I can't wait to see a A/W 2013 runway show or two...

I know I'm attending Joe Fresh's runway show Wednesday. Tuesday evening, my friend Andrea and I are attending 7 For All Mankind's party at the Thompson Rooftop Lounge. Fashion Week is also notorious for last minute invites when people's plans change, and you may get a call from a business colleague that afternoon. You have to be ready in a moments notice. Here are some pieces I'm planning to wear next week during Toronto' semi-annual, Fashion Week.

Above: Stephanie Flattered left me a fashion love note on my desk at work.

Below: Today/Sunday after a glorious Mani/Pedi for Toronto Fashion Week. I'm wearing OPI's "Quarter Of A Century."

My Joe Fresh 100% Silk, Black + White Houndstooth patterned Blouse.

My Blush Pink Top from, Joe Fresh. 

My new Topshop HighWaisted Moto Black Denim "Kristen" Jeans!

My Spring 2013 Coach Legacy, Mini Tanner Handbag in Bisque Leather.

My Natalie + Dylana (Suarez Sisters) for ModernVice JETT ankle boot with Oxblood coloured Leather. I can't wait to wear these boots. Snow still falling here so proceeding with caution.

My Jeffrey Campbell "Star" Black Leather Ankle Boots!
Until I can afford my own pair of Chole Boots...



My Emerald Green, Tibi, 100% Silk Blouse from Shopbop.com. I DIE.

My 90's Vintage Dooney + Bourke, Emerald Green Leather, Bucket Handbag.

I found this beauty on Etsy.

MY VINTAGE DOONEY + BOURKE BAG!

My purchase from FreezingMoonVintage via Etsy arrived while I was away, so in the past week I waited until today/Friday to rock my favourite new handbag. It's in beautiful condition and the All-Weather, Green Pebble Leather (that I just adore) is perfect for Winter. I also wore my cosy tartan scarf which completed my Casual Winter Friday look. 

MY DOONEY AND BOURKE BUCKET BAG!

I have been in the love with the bucket handbag since Alexander Wang launched his "Diego" bucket bag. Recently I saw set of genuine leather Dooney and Bourke's bucket bags and I haven't been coveting one since. Today I decided to check out Dooney and Bourke bucket handbags online and research what type of prices/deals I could find. After a quick lead back into the beautiful world of, Etsy.com I found some great vintage Dooney and Bourke bucket bags at great prices.. When I spotted this vintage Dooney and Bourke bucket bag in EMERALD GREEN all-weather pebble leather and tan trim, my stomach dropped. It was fashion love at first sight. I found this beauty through an Etsy shop and seller, FreezingMoonVintage. I am so excited, it's my Birthday present!

Pictures via FreezingMoonVintage