A Twist

When I like something (like my sequin Joe Fresh top & blue button down combo) I will automatically try and play with those piece to make multiple outfits. I know I'm not the only one who does that, I can't be. I changed out the pants ant blazer and played with colour this post -last years purple jeans and a navy blazer. I've been doing lots of blazer and denim posts. One more for tomorrow and I promise I plan on mixing it up next week and hopefully the week after.

I am joining "Transatlantic Blonde" in her weekly blog hop - WIWW, enjoy!

Sequin Top , Button Down & Scarf - Joe Fresh (old)

Blazer - J Crew (old)

Jeans - J Brand(old)

Shoes - Cole Haan (old)

Sunglasses - Ray Ban

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelets - Cocoa Jewelry, Stella & Dot

Red White and Blue Part 2 - The Flip

I don't know what this says about me, too many blazers and coloured denim? Is that even possible? Don't ask my husband or kum Nick or even Dan (insert almost any other male in place of the ones I've chosen).

On a personal note, unfortunately I am not able to be at two places at once (when is this going to be possible?), therefore, I am going to miss Tina's wedding (one of THE weddings of the year). I just wanted to wish Tina and Cam all the best on Saturday and I hope they have a great wedding and an even better marriage.

Blazer - J Crew

T-Shirt & Denim - Joe Fresh

Necklace - Banana Republic

Belt - Cassis (old)

Watch - Michael Kors

Handbag - Coach

Shoes - Cole Haan

Back to School - YEAH!!!!

It's the most wonderful day of the year...back to school. I will miss the summer and I will miss my children but mommy needs the "kids go back to school time". So nothing is better than a school boy blazer and yellow pants. Still wearing the sun.

I hope that back to school went smoothly for all the mom's out there!

Blazer & Blouse - J Crew

Denim - Ann Taylor

Wedges - Jimmy Choo

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelets - The Bay, J Crew

Neon Pink & Prints - 101st Post!

I wore this outfit to church on Sunday. When we were in church my husband mouthed something to me, I thought it was to complain about the behaviour of our sons, it was "I love what you're wearing".

Mixing neon's or brights can be difficult, the easiest thing to do is to pair them with white or black and I love easy, however, I wanted to try and be creative (difficult) so I decided to mix some neon's together.

There is no bright pink in the blouse but there is neon yellow which goes with the neon pink. Articles of clothing don't need to match but they need to go. If you are having a difficult time with finding complimentary colours I would suggest purchasing a colour wheel, you can buy them at Wal-Mart or Michael's, to make it an easy exercise. The colour wheel is not just for dressing, it helps with home decor, scrap booking, gift wrapping...you get the picture.

Love the sleeve detail.

I'll say it, what is with my hair!?!? Stupid Toronto humidity, but I just couldn't find a better full length shot so you could see the outfit head on.

Yes, a red sole. I got a pair. Why? Because for me no one does a better nude. This was my birthday present to myself. My husband said I'm done buying shoes for a while...I don't know...for now yes...

Blouse - Ann Taylor

Skirt - J Crew

Shoes - Christian Louboutin

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelets - Forever 21, The Bay

Working Girls Wednesdays

When my little guy has a great nap I go through my closet and figure out what to wear and post on this blog, sometimes the outfits work and sometimes they don't. I try and keep key pieces (same top different bottoms or vice versa) consistent that way I know how versatile the articles of clothing are and it's just easier to take pictures. That's what happened today with the J Crew anchor top, I wanted to see if I could do more than a casual outfit with red jeans and paired it with a pencil skirt - J Crew Hot (Neon?) pink. I decided to be bold. I like it.

This blouse is boxy and needs to be tucked it, better shape, leaving it untucked looks like I'm hiding pregnancy number 5...THERE IS NO PREGNANCY NUMBER 5. Just so we are clear.

Canada day is Monday, enjoy the long weekend for my Canadian readers! 

Top, Skirt & Bracelet - J Crew

Necklaces - Banana Republic

Shoes - Naturalizer (Old)

Watch - Michael Kors

Anchors Away - J Crew Anchor Top

TGIF - except for the fact that my two oldest boys are sick and missing school. I'm hoping the weekend   helps with their recovery.

I purchased this top at J Crew in NYC a couple of weeks ago and love the anchor print. Navy and white is so versatile so I just paired it with red denim and I am good to go...helping my boys recover from their colds.

Hoping you all have a great weekend!

I love the anchor buttons as well, nice touch.

Top - J-Crew

Jeans - Joe Fresh

Wedges - Jimmy Choo

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelet - J Crew

What I was going to Wear...

I was planning to meet up with fellow MumNet & MumVet leaders from the west end of Toronto (MumNet is an amazing organization that is located across the city of Toronto and I've attached a link in case anyone is interested), my daughter was ill and I stayed home with her and just comforted her.

This is what I was supposed to wear...

I find in summer I always need a blazer or sweater because most establishments have the air conditioning turned on High all the time.

Blazer - J Crew

Jeans - Hudson

Blouse - Pink Martini

Gold Belt - Joe Fresh

Shoes - Nine West - Old

Bracelets - The Bay (old), Coach (old), Gifted

Blue & Green - Again

I can't help it when I like something, I just like it to death...proof here and here and now again with this post. I can't be the only one...right?

I originally wore this outfit without a belt and then when I saw the pictures I promptly went indoors and added one. The top picture looks sloppy and the bottom one polished. I really needed Rosie to help me out!!

Blazer - J Crew

Jeans - J Brand (old)

Shoes - Tory Burch (old)

Bag - Coach

Bracelets - Forever 21

Belt - Cassis (old)

Back to Reality - Blazers & Denim

No more soaring temperatures. Morning was nice and fresh and the afternoon has been beautiful, dressing accordingly.

I purchased a new tripod from Henry's so the pictures I take are/will be better! No more cheap tripod and 3 big toy buckets (the cheap tripod is not tall enough so I had to balance it on the toy buckets, professional is my middle name) outside trying to get a few decent shots. That in combination with the remote control timer has changed my blogging life.

I think this look could work for Casual Fridays at the office, just change the sandals for a nice nude pump or ballet flat.

When you are taking pictures with your two year old you don't catch the fact your bra straps are showing or that bit of stray hair...I need Ana or Rosie!!

Blazer - J Crew
Blouse - Collective Concepts (old from Puh-Nash)
Denim - Hudson
Handbag - Coach
Shoes - Cole Haan
Bracelets - Forever 21

Nautical - J Crew Navy Blazer & Green Skirt

In one of my first posts I talked about how much I love nautical...well I channeled that love for my mother's day outfit this past Sunday. I took a striped t-shirt from Joe Fresh and built a fun outfit around it. The best part was the hit of colour with the green skirt.

On Saturday I celebrated my 37th birthday, so this weekend was very busy, full of family and friends. I have decided that for this week I am featuring outfits that any birthday woman would want to wear - go out to dinner in, have some drinks and celebrate getting better with age. Enjoy!

Don't have a green skirt? Try red, yellow or a khaki skirt. Pants in any of these colours work as well. 

I really love navy for that reason, it allows colour to really shine. Moreover, black can be harsh against our skin (especially as we age), where navy softens everything. Bobbi Brown has a great navy eyeshadow that I use as a liner instead of black. It looks fantastic

For my petite friends - or anyone who wants to look taller - a nude shoes just elongates the leg and gives us extra height. I could have worn a brown shoe (like the colour of my hand bag), but these shoes just disappear and draw the eye up to the outfit.

The gold buttons and gold hardware just showcase the gold jewelry even better.

This is how I roll ladies - black Chrysler minivan! Wouldn't have it any other way.

Blazer & Skirt - J Crew

Shirt - Joe Fresh

Shoes - Jimmy Choo

Bag - Coach

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelets - Coach, gifted, The Bay