Month: June 2016

TREND ALERT: PATCHES

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One of the biggest trends in fashion right now is customizable clothing. Consumers are looking for new and inventive ways to make their clothing personalized and one-of-a-kind. A really easy way to accomplish this trend is by adding patches or badges to your favorite pieces. It’s time to let your inner Girl Scout shine!

It’s really easy to find cool patches from e-stores like eBay and Etsy, but in case you want some pieces that are already pre-patched, here are some of my favorites on the market right now:

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Patches Sandals: Zara

Moto Badge Short Dungarees: Topshop

Princetown Fur Patch Metallic Leather Slippers: Gucci

Oversized Bomber Jacket with Patches: Zara

Power Mesh Black Badge Bodysuit: Missguided

Slip-On Patch Sneakers: Chiara Ferragni

Mom Shorts with Patches: Zara

Patch Me If You Can Denim Jacket: Nasty Gal

Mickey Patch Sweatshirt: Forever 21

Pink Patch Button Down Shirt: Zara

Moto Badge Mom Shorts: Topshop

Embroidered Patch Denim Jacket: Gucci

Denim Patch Plimsolls: Zara (also available in black)

Patch Featherweight Maxi Tote: Anya Hindmarch

Badged Shacket: Topshop

Patch Cross Body Bag: Zara

BLOGLOVIN H&M AWARDS 2016

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Photographed by Uzunma Udeh

It should hopefully come as no surprise that I have a lot of denim shirts in my closet. And when I say a lot, I mean A LOT. I have different washes, different colors, different sleeve lengths, different fits. The list goes on and on. This particular denim shirt from H&M, though, is my absolute favorite out of the bunch. I have had it for years and it only seems to get better with wear and time.

I have always felt the most myself and also the most comfortable when I’m wearing denim. To me, jeans are classic and timeless while also being rugged and strong. I want my personal style to reflect some of the same sentiments – polished and refined with a hard edge. What better way to incorporate all those notions than with denim on denim.

It is also so easy to dress up (or dress down) a Canadian tux and really make it your own. For me, wearing denim on denim allows my accessories, like my bright handbag, giant hoops, vintage sunglasses and eclectic footwear to really pop. I will always be a blue jean baby!

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Denim Button Down Shirt: H&M

Jeans: Zara

Denim Patch Boots: ASOS

Blue Handbag: Fendi

Vintage Aviators: Etsy

Giant Hoop Earrings: Nasty Gal

MASTER OF DISGUISE

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Photographed by Uzunma Udeh

This look was inspired by Saint Laurent’s Spring 2016 Ready To Wear collection. I absolutely love the way they paired sparkly, elegant, delicate mini dresses with bulky, industrial jackets and trenches. It is such a brilliant combination that gives off a captivating “Army princess” vibe.

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Sunnies: Illesteva

Camouflage Rain Coat: ASOS (similar)

Mini Dress: New Look (similar)

Silver Sandals: Zara

FOR THE FELLAS: SUMMER SUITS

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Who doesn’t love a man in a suit? Just because it’s hot out does not mean you cannot still rock a suit. Lightweight linens and breezy cottons will keep you cool and comfortable while still looking put together and polished. Here are a few of my favorite summer suit pieces.

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Natural Linen Blazer and Shorts: Zara

Stone Linen Skinny Fit Suit: Topman

Ludlow Japanese Seersucker Suit Jacket: J.Crew

Light Grey Linen Blend Suit Pants: H&M

Ecru Monaco Slim-Fit Cotton Suit: Gucci

Black Linen Suit: Zara

Light Blue Oxford Skinny Fit Co-Ord: Topman

Linen Blazer: H&M

Navy Linen Shirt: Zara

 Stone Slim-Fit Linen Suit Jacket: Boglioli