Stud Finder

CYNDI Studded Peep-Toe Booties, $69.98, ALDO

These cool peep-toe booties are really lovely. So lovely, in fact, that I know a certain someone who bought them in both colours. Can you blame her? They're basic enough to go with everything but thanks to the rockstar studs and sexy cut-outs, will dial up even the most basic of skinnies, skirts and dresses all spring/summer long. 

Happy Monday!

x

The Elephant Short Upshot

So, I went to the Banana Republic Milly Event in Toronto on Tuesday night and as predicted, everyone was smitten with the elephant shorts, including Milly herself, the lovely Michelle Smith, who claimed they were her favourite piece in the collection. I tried them on, fell in love and am now the proud owner of Olivia Palermo's elephant print shorts (see the post below for inspiration). So happy - they are the perfect length (not offensively short and they actually stay put), the perfect weight fabric, and the print is as cute as I'd hoped. Here I am, about to try on the shorts and looking awfully serious. Selfies are tough work. The pics below are post-short purchase. Note the dreamy grin on my face. x

Shop the Banana Republic Milly Collection here. Surprisingly reasonable, yes?

A tableau of terribly patient models greeted us at the front door of the Bloor St. Banana Republic

A pretty gift with purchase. Um, yes please!

I'm with the lovely Iva Grbesic of One Chic Mom. Love her!

Loved this tee but I'm on a budget so it had to remain behind for someone else to adopt.

With Stephanie Fusco, Milly designer Michelle Smith, Deanne Castro, and Nicole Wilson

How Celebs are Wearing the New Banana Republic Milly Collection

Olivia Palermo makes a compelling case for the elephant print Banana Republic Milly Collection shorts. Yes, of course her dog matches...

Maria Menounos wears her striped maxi. LOVE this dress.

Zoe Saldana with sister, Cicely. All Celebrity Photos via: Michael Simon / Startraks 

When faced with a fashion dilemma, I always ask myself the following: 'What would Olivia Palermo do?' As I write this post, I'm hurtling down the train tracks towards Toronto for tonight's Banana Republic Milly Collection launch party, hosted by Banana Republic (naturally) and Milly founder and designer, Michelle Smith. I knew that the opportunity to pre-shop the collection would be tempting when I got a sneak peek at the lookbook pics - Milly's signature vintage-inspired prints, gorgeous pops of colour, to-die-for dresses, etc. etc.- but thought I might be able to keep my Visa on lockdown all the same. I mean, how many dresses does a girl need?

And then my girl at Banana Republic sent me a pic of OP rocking the elephant print shorts. I don't own elephant print shorts. Even Olivia couldn't say no so how could I, a mere mortal, possibly resist all of that cuteness. Not to mention, I also own a white dog named Fonzie who, if given a proper bath, would coordinate so perfectly. Elephant shorts + black blazer + cute white dog = fashion win.

Did I mention the Banana Republic Milly Collection also includes menswear? Oooh, we could both bust out Milly at the dog park. #ahhhh

Will let you know what I end up choosing (elephant shorts, pink shorts w white blazer from the lookbook or the Maria Menounos maxi?) but I can already see that this is gonna be trouble. The collection is available in select Banana Republic stores this Thursday, May 30th and ranges from $24.50 - $175. Wish me luck x

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Never Say Never

Chambray Blazer, H&M; White Shirt, Banana Republic; Scarf, Club Monaco; Belt, Banana Republic; Pants, Zara; Polka-Dot Socks, Winners; Shoes, Johnston & Murphy

When I first met my husband way back in 2000, I had a serious style challenge on my hands. He was like a badly-kept, beautiful old home, except instead of shag-covered hardwood and dropped ceilings, his gorgeousness was hidden away by a bowl cut and tragic Eddie Bauer pleated khakis. 

I loved him right away, penny loafers and bad 'do notwithstanding, and could definitely see loads of potential in his tall/dark/handsome looks, but wondered if he'd ever actually let me make him over. Here's the thing with guys - they don't like to ask for directions, they prefer to find their own path, get lost along the way, and take a really, really, long time to do it, and then eventually, 10 - 12 years later will finally come to you. And when they do, you will be there, armed with a pair of slim-fit trousers and a chambray blazer. 

This outfit is what I consider James' graduation day. I have taught him what I know over the past few years, and this morning, this is what he came up with ALL BY HIMSELF. #proud #sniff

I'd give him a cap & gown but I'd hate to cover up all of this hotness.

Happy Friday, y'all! Any fun plans for the weekend?

Summer Crush: Mirrored Sunglasses

Mirrored shades on the Burberry Prorsum Spring '13 runway. Photo via Fairchild Photo Services

I don't know about you but I had the best weekend; It was everything that a long weekend should be - hot & sunny, plenty of G&T's on deck, sparklers after dark, and not a single tent peg in sight. Trouble is, after four glorious days of ushering in summer, I now find it impossible to get back to work. I try to focus but it's like my internal clock has been reset to 'relax' mode and Bob Marley has set up camp in my brain. I wanna chill but I also wanna love you, I wanna love and treat you, love and treat you right.

And so, let me share my favourite sunnies of the moment with you.  I'm loving all of the mirrored shades out there right now, especially the top-of-my-list Ray-Ban 3025's. They're lighthearted and fun, like summer should be, and will help make any summer look just a little more cool, a little more playful. Scroll below to find your perfect pair. 

Is this love, is this love, is this love, is this love that I'm feelin'? x

Ray-Ban 3025 Aviator Sunglasses, $199.95, Sunglass Hut

SUPER Basic Wayfarers, $166, Revolve Clothing

Future Flavor Aviator Sunglasses, $14, Urban Outfitters

ASOS Mirrored Lens Wayfarer, $20.96, ASOS

Proof Ontario Bamboo Sunglasses, $135, Holt Renfrew

Neon Aviators, $6, Aeropostale