MAKE ART NOT WAR.

Set was inspired by fun shoes..

AWESOME INTERVIEW WITH ARTIST ANOTHONY LISTER. IF YOU HAVEN'T CHECKED OUT NYLON TV, CATCH UP.

He's up there in my category of modern artists; i would love to see his work displayed with, Futura and/or Jackson Pollock. That would be a killer art event.
Click the title of this post to watch Nylon TV's interview with the quirky painter.

CHANNELING COCO CHANEL

Loved the movie, Coco Avant Chanel.

STYLING THE MULTI-CHAIN NECKLACE

I bought 3 necklaces today at H&M. Each from the same display but layered together look more collected and personal.

IT'S LOVE

I made this set today inspired by the vision of wearing unique jewelry with simple, chic clothing. I used the H&M bag below because it was love at first sight. Right now I'm completely in love with the hobo style bag, this one had 2 great handles, great closure detail, and the medium camel color in leather is exactly what I'm looking for. I was out shopping today and found the bag at my local H&M. I didn't buy it there on the spot, even though I could have. It's good to know that I did really like it, because after I got home I was definitely kicking myself..

I HEART FASHION, FRIENDS, AND HAVING A GOOD TIME.

I keep forgetting to post these fun pictures from our industry Halloween party. The Halloween party's theme was Prom, so my friends and I decided to go as Prom Queens (aka. wear your favorite new dress and add a tiara from the dollar store). We danced all night and took a lot of pictures. We had a blast.
We were the black tight mafia ;)

I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS GORGEOUS NECKLACE BY ELIZAVETA YANKELOVICH.

I meet the designer Liz for Elizaveta aka Kameleon through a friend. Liz is beautiful, quirky, and really creative. I went to one of her shows at this tattoo parlor just down the street from my house. It was a great space for the display of art worthy jewelry. I ended up getting my second tattoo (bird on my left inside forearm), at the same place, Bobby Five a few months later. Elizaveta Yankelovich is currently hosting a necklace giveaway, and I'm all over the necklace below.. Wish me luck.
Click the title of this post to be re-directed to the facebook giveaway page. I play nice ;)

MY BEST FRIEND

My bestie sent me this amazing, multi-chain necklace in the mail! It's so awesome, it definitely adds WOW to my 'casual friday' attire, without being goddy. Me likey!

PICKED THIS PRETTY PUPPY UP THIS MORNING

I had 2 drinks last night with friends and woke up this morning with a mild hangover.. wtf?
I was so dehydrated I hit the convenience store on my way in to the office for some gatorade, and of course saw something shiny and new I haven't read yet - ELLE's December issue! Maybe the wine did what it was supposed to..?

FLARE MAGAZINE'S 30TH BIRTHDAY!

This year was FLARE's 30 year anniversary, and they celebrated by throwing 2 parties. The first one was in the summer on a trendy restobar's rooftop patio, which I missed because I was on vacation. The second, however was at the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum), just a few weeks ago. The party was amazing, great venue, great people (meet designers for Pink Tartan and Joe Fresh-picture with them few posts back), great drinks, and good dance tunes! My girlfriends and I went and tore it up on the dance floor. They also had amazing gift bags, which is the best way to exit a fabulous party.
Picture I posted made it on to the FLARE (website) party review, click the post title to be re-directed to all the pictures they posted from the partay.

Congrats FLARE, we heart u!

THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING

Gift with purchase, Jimmy Choo for H&M bracelet.

WHAT I'M READING

I just remembered I received this issue of FLARE a few weeks ago..

A SURPRISING PIECE OF CHOO

After H&M announced Jimmy Choo (Tamara Mellon) was going to launch a capsule collection, they had mentioned there would be some clothing items. I remember saying to myself that I would be all about the shoes and handbags, the clothing didn't interest me. Even when the full collection was on the H&M website I never once looked at the clothing, just staring at the shoes and handbags over, and over. At the Elle party, as I mentioned before not all of the styles were available, and I was hesitant about shoes, because I can wear them out pretty quickly.. When I noticed this glam tunic I 'died' a little inside.. Overlooked and glad it was, I was able to grab this top in my size. It looks really good on with black jeans or leggings, and I am so stoaked!!


The belt doesn't do it justice in my opinion but just fall loose looks care-free and chic. Maybe it was good that I didn't see it with the belt before the party.. Maybe I would have ruled it out to early..? whew..

WHAT I'M READING

Again.. This book is kooky and fun. Simon Doonan is such a creative personality, this is a fun read on a gray Sunday afternoon. smize with me..

FASHION SHOW AT LUNCH

I'm getting better at taking photos, and am really enjoying all of the iphoto options for playing with the photos colour. Everything I'm wearing in this photo is from this past weekend of successful shopping. Earrings from Juicy Couture, Necklace make-shift from the purse strap of my new Choo bag, and long sleeve jersey Calvin Klein top.

NEVER CRY WOLF!

I went to a great CRAFT event today with 2 girlfriends. It was just up the street in the building they hosted Toronto Fashion Week recently. There was a lot of great jewelry but I managed to contain myself (plus can't stop thinking about this 3 strand pearl necklace I saw yesterday shopping with my bf). However, I did snatch up this great tank!

MY JIMMY CHOO FOR H&M

Friday night was amazing. Thank you ELLE Canada, thank you H&M, and thank you Jimmy Choo (Tamara Mellon). It was so much fun, I'm so glad I pulled it together (conquered the common cold), to attend and spend! I went to the party looking for the cheetah mohair hair clutch bag, but unfortunately they were not putting it out for the preview night.. boo. Oh well, while I looked around before they allowed us to start shopping I scouted out a few pieces of Choo I wanted to get my hands on. This purse/clutch was a major score. It's made from real leather and I love the studded details. The gold chain is detachable and makes the sexiest necklace when not in use.. I bought another piece of Choo that I will model and post soon.

SHOPPING WITH MY BOYFRIEND RULES..

I have always thought these Juicy Couture earrings were cute, I have used them in some of my Polyvore sets. Today I found them on sale, and couldn't resist. One of the details I never thought would make an impression on me was, the earrings backings! Instead of your standard piece Juicy's is a small crown! Kinda weird but thought it made the earrings that much more unique.

I'M GETTING CLOSER..

To having my first Jimmy Choo accessory! I was so excited when I heard Jimmy Choo was the next brand to collaborate with H&M. Once pictures were out I couldn't keep my eye off of this purse. This Friday there is an exclusive party for H&M and ELLE Canada magazine guests to come and shop the capsule collection before it officially hits stores. And I got invited!!! I can't wait. You are only allowed to buy 1 item out of the whole collection but, this purse is all I need! I'm getting really anxious, can you tell?

STAR STRUCK

Last Thursday my work friends and I went to FLARE magazine's 30 year anniversary party. I was completely star struck when I turned around to see designers; Joseph Mimran and Kimberley Newport Mimran. It was such a great moment in my fashion life. They were both really nice and genuine, when I asked if we could take a picture together they both responded; "absolutely."

YELLOW

I found these sneakers in NYC recently. They look really good with jeans, a white tee, and cardigan of any colour. Today I just happened to be 'matchy-matchy.'

WHAT I'M READING