Category :Jackets

Fall Upcycled Pieces

Necklace – c/o Imprintalish
Top – H&M
Jacket – Gap
Skirt – Skies Are Blue
Tights – F21
Boots – Threadsence

Fall is fully in bloom here.  Yes, I say that sarcastically since, what it means is that nothing is actually blooming, but instead dying.  I’m not a big fan of Fall.  I love the first week because I pull out my sweaters and boots, and then I’m over it.  I know it means we’re in for several long months of winter and cold, and really, I could totally pass on that!

But it does mean the return of darker colors and richer tones.  That I really enjoy.  So when I recently got the opportunity to style a piece from Imprintalish, I naturally navigated toward this necklace in a darker hue.  It also seemed perfect because I immediately thought of a white shirt.  Then I just had to build the rest of the outfit around those two pieces.  And this was the result.

I loved the idea of pairing this very cool upcycled necklace with a white top because it’s a great way to make something office-like *the white shirt* look unique and chic. I can see someone in an business atmosphere pairing this with a blazer and trousers, or a cute pencil skirt and being professional, yet totally one of a kind.

That’s what’s so great about Imprintalish.  All the styles are neutral enough to be worn in so many different venues and occasions, but unique enough that people will be asking, “Where’d you get that?”  I’m thinking I may have to get this piece next.  You? What would you get?

Starbuck and Jadzia Dax

Jacob jacket // ModCloth dress // F21 socks // Threadsence boots

I have always avoided the bump ponytail.   I feel like I’m Lt. Jadzia Dax.  And if you know who I’m talking about, I love you!  If you don’t, well then…I’m a nerd and I’m talking about Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.

I know it looks nothing like it, but that’s all I could think about every time I caught a glimpse of my face.  It was driving me a little crazy.  That’s why about two hours later, my hair was in a side french braid.  I just can’t do justice to the Dax!

These are the problems you face as a die-hard sci-fi fan.  Sometimes in your head it looks like you’re trying to be one of the characters.

Like when I wear a racerback tank I always feel like Starbuck.  But in those circumstances I don’t take it off.  Instead I say, “Frak yeah!  Let’s go toaster shopping!”

Quote of Today:
“I’ve seen all the Ronald D. Moore podcast commentaries….twice.”

Nowhere Near Spartacus

Dress – Numph via Bloom
Jacket – Gap
Shoes – Payless
Belt – H&M
Necklace & Sunnies – F21

Some days I feel just so uninspired when it comes to getting dressed.  Today was one of those days.  Seriously, if you were in my bedroom with me *although why would you be?!?* you’d have heard lots of groans, and sighs, and “ughs” and had lots of belts, necklaces and several dresses tossed in your direction.  Now, I realize that this could sound like the opening lines of a Spartacus Roman scene *you know what I’m talkin’ about…wink wink* but trust me when I say that it was nowhere near as sexy, definitely not as well lit, but probably in a similar state of undress.
Quote of Today:
“I thought it was her because all I saw was a butt, and you two have very similar butts.”

Naturally

Dress, Sunnies (old) & Bracelets (old) – F21
Sandals – Ruche
 Jacket – Gap

We all know the ‘secrets’ to living a healthy lifestyle.  It’s not magic.  Good diet, plenty of exercise, and low stress.  So I’m not going to tell you any of this.  You know it.  I know it.  We all know it.  But here’s what I will say.  My best kept secret to a healthy life?  My amazing naturopath!

I don’t go to a regular General Practitioner anymore.  I go for my regular yearly check- up, and if I broke my leg I’d go to a hospital.  But when it comes to my day-to-day quality of life, sickness, and other ailments I see my talented naturopathic doctor, Jennifer Forgeron.  She has literally changed and saved my life as well as the lives of some friends I’ve sent to her.  She helped me to heal myself when 7-9 specialists *from oncologists, to hematologists, to rheumatoid specialists* had no idea of what was even happening to me.  I think the idea behind naturopathic medicine is the key: help the body heal itself.

Now, I’m talking about homeopathy, herbs and Chinese medicine.  These ones have definitely proven their mettle to me.  And the key is to find a really good and very capable naturopathic doctor.  They are not all made the same.

That’s my two cents.
This in no way replaces the advice of a qualified health care professional – whether natural or not.

I Hate This Dress So Much….

Dress – Cooperative from UO
Jacket – Old Navy
Necklace – Ruche
Shoes – Payless
…I just can’t get enough of it!  This dress was on ridiculous sale and I was immediately drawn to it like a moth to a flame.  I don’t know why exactly.  It has everything I hate in a dress: intentionally vintage looking beige cotton/linen background, obnoxious bold black outline of a print, and a mix of neon yellow, teal, red and coral that has no rhyme or reason.  But despite all that, or maybe even because of it, I’m inexplicably and magically drawn to it.  I couldn’t help myself. 
It’s funny how sometimes we find something that has exactly what we never knew we wanted. 
Quote of Today:
“I blame it on you for handing me a loaded gun, or you know, a delicious popsicle.”

An Ode To A Friend

Jacket – Old Navy
Top – thrifted
Skirt – C’est Moi
Shoes – Payless
Hair clip – Melinda Rose Design
Necklace – bought in Europe
Earrings – F21
I received an email from a friend of mine about Friday’s post, specifically regarding my saying that I need to photoshop out my bruises.  He’s one of the most aware people I know.  What I mean by that, is he’s sensitive and aware of the various pressures and constructs that are present in our society, and he’s specifically aware of the representation of women, or more the mis-representation of women.  He encouraged me not to photoshop my bruises out in order to stay true to the mantra of ModaMama – which is honesty and reality in the life of one woman.  So, I’m not.  You’re going to see all the bruises and other things – like my famous spaghetti burns.  
Thank you for reminding me to stay true to myself and not to fall into the trap of fashion magazines and other misrepresentations of women. 
True Story:
I played with my swords today in the backyard.  
I’m fully aware that the neighbours were watching me, and what’s more is, I don’t care.   
Maybe now they’ll think twice about throwing their cigarette buds in my garden. 

Wrinkly Gala

Jacket, Bracelet, & Necklace – F21
Jumper – ASOS
Clutch – H&M
Shoes – Thrift find in NYC
I wore this to the gala opening of a friend of mine’s play – Dairy-Free Love – so the sitting down for an extended period of time explains the wrinkles!  The play was wonderful, and if you’re in the Hamilton or London area at all this summer check out their fringe festival and go see this one.  What was also wonderful were the gluten and dairy free treats I could indulge in after the show, and believe me indulge I did!  I love me some delicious desserts.  
True Story:
See the burn marks on my arms in the fourth picture? 
Yeah, that’s from my epic fail cooking spaghetti…which apparently I can’t do.
I know my way around a sword, but I don’t know which is the business end of a frying pan!

Wild Women Do What You Think Of Never

Jacket – Old Navy
Shirt – hand me down
Skirt – Mink Pink
Shoes – Payless
Necklace & Thumb Ring – F21
Safari Ring – Threadsence
I’m getting a bit more adventurous sartorially. *she says a little smugly* I’m actually a little proud of myself.  I used to never, ever wear leopard print – ever.  But then this vest was too appealing to resist and, well, once the barrier has been broken I think there’s no turning back, because then this skirt here became to appealing to resist…and there’s a tank top in a similar pattern that has me drooling.  So either I’m getting more adventurous, or I’m getting in touch with my inner wild cat.  
Either one works, really. 
p.s. While I was writing this post the song “Wild Women Do” from Pretty Woman was playing in my head.  Take from that what you will. 
Quote of Today:
“This hairdo is brought to you by Chez wet-hair-tied-up-in-an-elastic-all-night.”

Etcetera

Shirt – Smart Set
Jacket, Necklace, Shorts & Hat – F21
Boots – Threadsence

Sharing.  Sharing something here.  We all struggle with something when it comes to our appearance right?  Double chins, bellies, thicker then desired thighs – everyone’s got something.  So here’s mine – I struggle with adult acne.  Who the heck knew that at my semi-advanced age I would have to be dealing with the same crap a 15 year old, hormone raging, teenager does?  Certainly not me.  What’s more, is that I work in an industry that is so appearance centric I can’t not think about it all the time!  Sitting in an audition room surrounded by beautiful women with clear skin, I pray that my acting skills will get me through and that the MUA on set will be talented.  True, I could do something like take the pill to help clear it up, but I don’t like to put those hormones in my body, and yes make-up – covers it up, but the fact is I know it’s there and I don’t want to have to wear make-up.

And it eats away at my self-confidence.  I know it shouldn’t.  I’m more than my skin, I know I shouldn’t complain because there are people in the world who are truly suffering,  I have more worth….etc. etc. ….I know all this.   Tears are spilt, and it sucks.  Thank you.  Carry on.  I promise I won’t sulk too much. Like I said, we all have something, right?  Have a great Monday!

Dichotomy of Excitment

Top & Shoes – Lulus
Jeans – Gap
Jacket, Necklace and Bracelet – F21

This weekend went by so fast!  Actually the whole week went by in a blur.  I’ve been so busy and excited.  I’ll have plenty of updates on my acting site soon – I did something really fun and cool this weekend!  And plenty of updates coming up on the picture site – did a great shoot recently and you can see a sneak peak here, but for now I have to go rest.  Seriously, my doctor says I’m suffering from signs of exhaustion and I need to slow down, which I guess I should take seriously, but…fat chance of that happening with my life as it is.  It’s like a great dichotomy – I know I need to slow down, but I really don’t want to, you know?  I guess I’ll give it a shot though!  
Hope you guys are great. Can’t wait to share all these amazing fun times I’ve been having with you.  
Stay tuned! 
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