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Citron Summer Outfit

Pink Blush & Zulily Yellow & White Crochet-Accent Cutout Top $29, Old Navy Jean Relaxed fit Capris (Old), H&M Black Sandals $24, Steve Madden White Hobo Bag $49 , Ray-Ban Cyclamen Pink Mirror Cockpit Flash Lenses $170, Etsy watch (Gift)

I’ve received a lot of DMs regarding this outfit, so I decided to post it again to my Instagram feed and blog about it.

This outfit has an easy feel to it. The top from Pink Blush is airy and has enough style to instantly make it unique. That’s what I look for in any piece of clothing – original detailing that makes it different from any other piece of clothing in that category, whether it be the fitting, pattern, colour, stitching, cut and design of the garment, etc… Finding the right details is the key. Too much detail or the wrong detail could spell disaster. So, be cognizant of what flatters you the best and what parts you want to highlight.

Once you have that unique piece of clothing, then it’s super simple to add other pieces for any eye-catching and stylish Spring or Summer look. But make sure that the other pieces you are adding are simple basics. You never want more than two fashionable pieces to compete for attention. If you do have two pieces of clothing or accessories you want to flaunt, make sure that they compliment, not compete with, each other.

Finding your own personal style can be challenging, but with fashion consciousness and practice, you’ll be turning heads in no time. Well, that’s it for now. Until next time…

Happy Shopping!

Zucchini – Quick and Easy

One thing I definitely love to do is cook. So, today, I’m specifically talking about side dishes.

Side dishes served during a meal are often understated and ignored. I’m always looking for interesting sides to add to my main course. Whether it be traditional or uncommon sides, choosing the right side dishes to compliment the main players of a menu, often make the entire meal tastier and more appetizing.

Now, it’s one thing deciding on a delicious side dish, but another to also make sure it’s healthy – and more often than not, many healthy dishes are too complicated because of ingredients or vegetables that are hard to find at your local farmer’s market or grocery store.

Choosing a healthy side dish doesn’t have to be complicated. Tonight, I chose to make a side dish, using fresh, local, organic zucchini, while keeping the ingredients as simple as possible.

Basically, I cooked this side in 5 steps:

Sautéed garlic and onions in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO).
Added pre-washed, chopped zucchini and sautéed until softened.
Added freshly chopped herbs of oregano, parsley, and basil that I harvested from my mom’s herb garden.
Added a pinch of sea salt and pepper.
Voila! Transfer to a dish and serve!

No need to make things complicated for a healthy, quick and easy side dish everyone is sure to enjoy.

Here’s to more yummy things to cook and eat in the future. And yes! Please help sustain and support your local farmer’s market or grocery store. They are important for a healthy and vibrant culture and community.

Happy healthy living to you!

February beauty favourites

Sephora Collection Retractable Kabuki Brush on sale now $11 (Reg. $22), bare Minerals Ready Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20 $36, Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Fire & Ice $10

Look divine and fabulous with these beauty products I love.

Sephora travel kabuki brush – Besides the fabulous hot pink fushia colour it possesses, this easy to travel make-up brush applies and blends any powder evenly and smoothly on the face. Available in other colours.

bare Minerals Ready Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20 – This press powder comes in a thin, sleek, stylish case that holds a foundation that provides a flawless, light-feeling, long-lasting hydration coverage for any skin tone or complexion. But beware that this compact press powder does not come with an applicator pad. Hence, the reason why I bought the Sephora travel kabuki brush to go with it. Available in other colours.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Fire & Ice – This is a stay true colour lipstick that goes on evenly and smoothly. The colour lasts all day and has a silky and moisturizing effect for super soft lips. Array of colours available. Voted as Canadian Living best new product of 2014 by consumers.

Happy Shopping!

Topnotch tartan

Chicwish Green tartan dolly dress with big bow, on sale now for $72.17 ($84.90)

Being on the petite side, I am always conscious of colours and patterns when I’m shopping for clothes. I would not normally go for an all plaid dress because of worry that it would overwhelm me. But I could not resist buying this cute tartan dolly dress.

The quality of this dress is topnotch. It’s a one piece dress that you put on, like a coat, with snap buttons that overlap in front to close the dress. The big bow in the front of the dress, colour, and plaid pattern poses a subtle attractiveness. The flowy style moves with your body and is one comfortable outfit.

This dress makes it super easy to look put together in a flash for a girl-on-the-go, like me, who often has limited time to get ready in the morning.

Happy shopping!

Big Comfy Sweater

Chicwish Dark Green Cable Knit Roll Neck Sweater $59.90

Hi Fashionistas! This blog post is a bit late, but better late than never.

I had to tell you about this quintessential big, comfy, slouchy, sweater that is my favourite sweater at the moment. It is super soft and comfortable. Made with the highest of quality standards, the sweater is made of soft, thick yarn, that moves with your body. It is not stiff at all and the colour is perfect for the winter season.

Buy it now on Chicwish.com and get 15% off the original price. That makes it $50.92. Check it out and don’t miss out on this sale going on now.

Happy shopping!

A pop of pink

Soft Cuff Toque $20, Cabin String Mitt $36 from Roots Canada.

Old Navy Duffel Style Coat on sale for $38, Hunter Boots $130, Coach Bag $99, H&M Knitted Tube Scarf $12, H&M Sweater $56

I loved sporting this winter street style with a happy pop of pink. During the dreary winter months when all is covered in white snow, a splash of pink accessories just picks up my mood.

Bright coloured toques and strings on mittens are not just for my daughter. This toque sits perfectly on your head and slouches just right. I love that these string mittens make it easy for me to do what I need to do with my hands, without worrying about where to keep my mittens, and still giving me quick access for when I need to warm my hands up again. These string mittens are just unique and fun in their own right.

Go get them! Roots Canada has other colours available in both the toque and mitts.

Blanket Scarf Obsession

Blanket scarf bought on Etsy for $17.99. But on sheinside.com, they are available in a variety of colours and styles for under $15.

As you may have already noticed these blanket scarves are popping up as the latest winter trend. They are the fashion accessory to flaunt during this winter season.

Depending on your mood and the look you’re going for, the mere size of blanket scarves allows for you to style and wear them in different ways. Besides being practical in keeping you warm, it allows you to bring that cozy soft feeling of your favourite blanket from home, while creating a chic fashionable look at the same time.

I scored a great find by buying this super soft, top quality blanket scarf on Etsy that mimics the Zara tartan blanket scarf.

Happy Shopping!