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Absence Makes The Heart Grow Fonder..Or Something Like That

Top – thrifted // Tank – hand me down // Jeans – Gap //  Boots – c/o Dansko  //  Necklace – Lustre Boutique
Shooting the first block of Synchronicity last week was great – apologies for my absence here.  Those of you who follow on Instagram saw a lot of the behind the scenes.  Also, I’ll be posting updates on my acting site regularly so you might want to check that out too *more details and pictures from the shoot*.  This was actually a ‘to set’ outfit.  Driving two hours means I want to be comfy all the way.  
Getting back to regular life has been hard, mostly due to the fact that I’m soooo tired for some reason.  I’m dragging and not really feeling very motivated.  But that doesn’t mean anything. I’ve gotten back to work on client photos and other things.  Looking forward to getting some rest too!
p.s.  Can you believe that it’s September?!?!?!

*linking up with Style Sessions*

Raggedy Ann And Playing Pretend

 

Skirt – Ruche  // Top – Anthropologie   //  Shoes – Payless  //  Belt – swap  //  Earrings – F21
Sometimes, in the midst of craziness, like trying to get Synchronicity funded, I have a moment of just plain fun.  Like, when I went this one morning to be a hair model for my friend.  I got to have my hair professionally done and walk around all super fancy for the rest of the day.  It was so glamorous.  
Of course, the following day I was back to my old raggedy Ann self, but it’s always fun to play pretend. 

Fake It ‘Til You Make It

Dress – Everly  //  Boots – Feet First  //  Socks – F21  //  Bracelet – H&M  //  Sunnies – Lace Affair  //  Earrings – vintage gift
That’s my motto this week.  I’m over worked and stressed out about the upcoming production of Synchronicity.   Nothing is particularly wrong, it’s just that there’s a lot of work and I want to make sure nothing is overlooked or forgotten.   The worry wart in me is hoping that nothing major goes wrong and that all the pieces fall nicely into place.  But this tired, and worn out gal is putting on a smile and singing Queen’s “The Show Must Go On” inside her head on repeat.  It’s a labor of love and I just have to try to find moments of rest somewhere in the next two weeks.  I am therefore, treating myself to a much needed facial.  One hour.  It’s all mine!

*I would really love if you checked out the Synchronicity campaign and if you are so inclined gave even $1- Thank from the bottom of my heart* 

*linking up with WIWW,  Style Sessions*

These Boots Were Made For Walkin’

Jacket – Zara  //  Top – unknown  //  Jeans – Gap  //  Boots – c/o Dansko  //  Sunnies – F21
You know how they say shoes make the outfit?  Well they do.  These cool Dansko boots have a great weight and feel to them.  Such that they give me a bit of a strut.. and hells yeah I’ll take that.  I put on the outfit and felt good about it, but when I put on the shoes all of a sudden I got a bit of rockstar attitude.  Yes, I know it’s all in my head and I’m not really a rockstar but hey that’s what clothes are for right?  To play pretend.  
The boots are really what did it.  Despite the fact that my bootcut pants covered the top of them *side note:  can’t wait to wear them with a cute dress to show off the button detail*  they added a great finesse to my whole day.  I love the classic cut with a little unique detailing.  It’s something that can go with anything in your closet, and be timeless, but still have a bit of stand alone edge.  
Oh and yeah, they’re super comfy.  My feet were not sore after a whole day of walking, meetings, and biking.  Yes, I biked in them all around Toronto.  That’s just how I roll. 

Everyone Needs A Doctor Who Tardis Dress

Dress – Geekyu //  Jacket – Zara  //  Boots – Feet First  //  Necklace – Threadsence
When I saw this Doctor Who Tardis dress it was love at first sight.  A cute, comfy Tardis dress is pretty much a must have for this nerdy girl.  Thank you GeekyU!  They have some pretty cool things.  Honestly, I want one of their Zelda hoodies for Fall.  It’s on my dream wishlist. 
In the meantime, this was the perfect dress to wear while promoting my feature film Synchronicity.  The soft scif-fi about time travel is a natural jumping off point to someone commenting about my Tardis dress.  So yes, sometimes my clothing is very strategic.  It also helps that a Tardis dress is just plain awesome!

p.s.  I thought I’d show you one of the pictures that doesn’t usually make it into an outfit post.  But this one had me laughing so hard at myself I just had to share.   I have no idea what I was doing.

A Life Unstructured

Top –  Maddy…K  //  Blazer – UO  //  Jeans – Gap  //  Shoes – Payless  //  Necklace – Ruche  //  Earrings – gift  //  Bracelet – Threadsence    //  Purse – Matt&Nat

Blazers huh?  That seems to be the theme the last few days.  Who would’ve thought.  Maybe it’s the fact that I don’t work in an office and therefore have absolutely no need of office attire that has been drawing me to them?  I like the structure.

Maybe that’s it.  Maybe I’m just needing some structure lately.  Standing in the checkout aisle at the grocery store while my Baby Girl dances up and down, around the other customers, twirling through and around them, at once amusing and frustrating them, I probably could use a little structure.

Since I’m unlikely to get it from my toddler anytime soon.  I guess I have to settle for a blazer.

Wallis White Blazer Goes Military

Blazer – c/o Wallis   //  Top – thrifted  //  Leggings – c/o Style Lately  //  Shoes – H&M  //  Necklace & Ring – F21
I like the unexpected when it comes to sartorial tastes.  That’s why the idea of pairing a pure and classic white blazer with the grittier camo leggings really appealed to me.  Perhaps it’s just my slightly bipolar nature coming out in my fashion choices.  Who knows really?  
I’m still participating in the Wallis Summer Stylist Contest and now you can vote once per hour.   Sorry no, “Vote for me and you’ll get this or that”, I’d rather you vote for me ’cause you like my style rather than vote for me ’cause I bribed you with something.  I know I’ll probably lose, but whatevs.

*linking up with Style Sessions and Passion for Fashion*

Wild Ferret

Top – some random site  //   Jacket – Ark&Co.  //  Jeans – Gap  //  Necklace – Threadsence  //  Shoes – Payless  //  Sunnies – F21
You all know I love a good paradox or contradiction in terms.  Well, pairing a feminine, sequined jacket with an Aliens inspired tee is pretty much the perfect combination for me.  It’s like the rock ‘n roll tee and chiffon pairing but for nerds you know?  Here I was on my way to a backyard fencing league some friends of mine started.  My fighting sigil?  Wild Ferret, because at one point someone sparring with me said it was like trying to bottle a wild ferret.  That’s me.  Cute, cuddly, wily and vicious when I need to be. 
*please support Wild Ferret house in the Wallis Summer Stylist Contest.  You can vote once per day!*

Who’s Your Mommy?

Dress -AE  //  Cardi – Old Navy  //  Shoes – Payless  //  Necklace – F21
We’re in this amazing stage right now.  It’s the ‘My Mommy!’ stage.  Whenever Andrew touches me, or sits next to me, it’s, “Dat’s not your mommy.  It’s my Mommy!”  It feels weird to be tell my daughter that I am to be shared.  Like I’m a piece of real estate, or a shiny new toy.  She right about one thing though, I’m definitely not his mommy.  
p.s. I’m in NYC right now, but still sharing with you via scheduled posts.  Back soon with all my fabulous pics. 

Raw Kale and Toddlers

Top – Winners //  Skirt – F21 dress that I converted to a skirt  //  Belt – swapped  //  Hat & Sunnies – F21
Our friends call us the Hippie parents.  And I always wonder why exactly.  Sure we grow veggies in our garden, eat organic, gluten and dairy free as well.  And no we don’t stress over her eating dirt or kissing the dog; germs are good for her immunity.  But here’s what explained things for me. 
I was busy juicing veggie juice for all of us.  I turned around to see Baby Girl standing and munching on the raw kale from the bowl of veggies prepped for juicing.  She was happily eating away and smiling at me.  I smiled back and started juicing.  Then she got upset because I juiced her ‘snack’ *that’s what she called it*  Juicing veggies, and a girl who gets upset when you take away her raw kale?  Yup, we’re hippie parents all right.  If by ‘hippie’ you mean kick ass awesome! Come on, a toddler who eats raw kale and likes it?!  That’s got to be some kind of achievement.
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