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

Working Girl Wednesdays - Pink & Navy

I am enjoying mixing colours and pretending I have a job that pays me cash (I love being paid in kisses, hugs, scrapes, screaming and tantrums but it don't pay for shoes!).

I have finally purchased proper nude pumps, cannot wait to show them in future posts.

Blazer - J Crew

Skirt - J Crew

Blouse - Joe Fresh

Shoes - Naturalizer

Necklace - Banana Republic

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelet - Forever 21

Handbag - Louis Vuitton

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

Guest Model - Jodie Part 2

When Jodie and I went shopping we found this amazing blazer from Zara. I thought the colour, Navy Blue, was perfect for her and knew it would be versatile. When I came over to do the shoot I wanted to show her how many tops and colours she could easily wear with this blazer. Today we are only featuring 3, you get the idea...

Jodie wanted to know about jewelry with this outfit. I told her that she could add the ring with its purple centre and it would not be competing with the yellow. It compliments it quite nicely.

Blazer - Zara
Jeans - Paige Denim
Shoes - Nine West
Yellow Top - Puh-Nash
Green Top - Banana Republic
Purple Top - Femme de Carriere

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