What I'm wearing

Just realized that I haven't yet posted any of my outfits here yet. Nothing fancy, but thought I'd share a few of the things I wore this week...

Style inspiration of the day

Ashley Olsen's style is always hit or miss for me (although less so than Mary-Kate). Sometimes it's a complete disaster, other times (like with today's photo), it makes me want to steal the clothes off her back (kidding...kinda). The detailed fringe of the jacket, the draping of the scarf, the texture of the bag, and of course the gentle bling of the rings all make me smile (and did I mention want to steal?) ;)

A little bit of couture

The couture shows were shown in Paris last week and like the ad campaigns from my post yesterday, I have to say, that again, Chanel was my favourite (I swear this is not always the case)! I loved the chunky jewelery (read: bracelets) that were paired with each outfit. The collection was still so simple which I loved - and that red! It's my perfect red - must get a bag in that colour this fall (or now :)


Though I found the Armani Privé collection to be a tad bland (but don't get me wrong, still gorgeous), this black crocodile blazer (left) really drew me in. It will definitely be on my mind for quite a while. Jean Paul Gauthier also impressed me with this outfit (right). The rich brown leather gloves with the smokey gray feathers actually made my mouth water a little bit (swoon)!


And just to make everything different, Dior presented a floral themed collection. Not every piece was for me, but this one stood out. The design of the origami like folds is just so gorgeous and creates a fantastic shape. Though the colour palette is pretty safe (how wrong can you go with blue and white?), I think the crispness of the dress is so fresh. Would have paired this with more dramatic shoes though...

Fall's fashion campaigns

As the August issue's of fashion magazines begin to rollout, so do the new fall campaign's. Though it's still summer and I still haven't nearly finished soaking up all the summer trends, I thought I'd take a look at what's coming up when autumn actually does hit the city.
Though all hasn't yet been revealed, these are just a small selection...

First up is Chanel F/W 2010. I must say that this one is probably one of my favourites thus far - simple but still poignant. I also love that the photographer allowed sunlight to play a part in the shoot!



Prada's campaign is a little too depressing for my taste. I find myself not even looking at the clothes, but just focusing on the model's despairing expressions. And is that an army print bag? Please no...



Bally's on the other hand, I also quite like. The monotone but textured gray outfit is love. And though I maybe would have liked it a bit more with fewer bags in the photo, this one still make's me want to embrace the colder weather (though not quite yet).

Staying colourful

Most of the year, I live in neutrals. White, beige, gray, and black definitely make up the majority of my wardrobe (and I do love them) but it just so happens that summer has finally arrived in Vancouver, and for me, the hot weather brings the need to burst out the brights. Even if it's just in an accessory, doesn't a splash of colour just make you feel more cheerful? So I say: 'Come on colour, I'm ready for you!'



And staying on the subject, just stumbled upon this shot of Blake Lively filming a scene for Gossip Girl in Paris the other day. I love how the coral pants and the jade necklace couple up and just work together so perfectly. Ahhh summer (and ahhh, Paris)...

Focus on: Christine Centenera

The fashion editor at Harper's Bazaar Australia is one of those people to whom style seems to be completely effortless. True that her employment status helps out in that arena, but I love the fact that her style is so put together and classy, yet still unique, edgy AND feminine (not the easiest look to achieve). And her shoes! Perfection! She definitely knows when pull out the expressive, statement pairs and when to hold back - though all are equally gorgeous in my mind (and yes, they are always heels). My only wish? More photos please - I find they are few and far between and I need some more inspiration!

Happy Canada Day (yesterday)!

Hope everyone had a good Canada Day with friends and family! I spent mine in Vancouver and though I love the city, brrr...it was a little bit chilly for July. Still had some good times walking downtown near the waterfront, checking out the re-lit Olympic torch, and strolling around Granville Island - one of my favourite places in the city - the food market there gives me the biggest urge to cook (which is pretty rare)!