{Valentine's Week} The Date...

My mister and I are diurnal creatures, so the majority of our jaunts happen during daylight hours... Dates included. It just so happens that our favourite activities are better suited to daytime, like leisurely strolls, brunching (our fave!), vintage shopping and coffee-drinking galore (trust me, late night caffeine and I do not mix). Kassie and her adorable hubby snapped some pics of us during a double date last weekend, and despite the piggy backing and Dungeons & Dragons, these photos pretty much capture a typical lobbie day-date... Photos (much to the dismay of Mr. AiF) and all.

In other news, I want to thank Hayden Reis for sending me this adorable striped tote, which is quickly becoming my new favourite work/gallivanting bag. It just has so many pockets and handy snaps that I've found myself lugging it around on the daily, which is always good because my current tote has seen better days... And speaking of better days, I recently replaced my four-year-old coat with this snazzy — albeit nautical — Zara coat. Gotta love end of season sales, am I right?

Happy Valentine's Day, friends — Hope everyone has a fun, sugar-filled day! xx

Outfit details: coat- Zara; beanie- Old Navy; dress- Zara; rain boots- Michael Kors; polka dot tights- Joe Fresh; striped tote c/o Hayden Reis

{Glitter Week} The Shoes...

Hello and welcome to a brand new theme week! This time, it's all about glitter... Because from clothing and accessories, to beauty and back, everything looks better with glitter, no?

I have a full week of glittery goodness planned for you guys, but let's kick things off (so to speak) with these sparkly loafers. They were a gift from my buddy Kastles last summer, and I couldn't love them more. Seriously now, they're comfy, cute and they take that whole "spring in your step" thing to a new level. What's not to love?

Thanks for reading love bugs, and be sure to check back in tomorrow for more glitter action! xx

Outfit details:striped blazer- H&M (similar here and here); denim shirt- Topshop; jeans- Target (borrowed from Kastles); clutch- BCBG; necklace- Forever 21; bracelet- House of Harlow; gold watch & ring- Michael Kors; glitter loafers- Target (similar here)

{Style} Floral Fest...

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Want to know the best part of my weekend? I'll give you a hint: It rhymes with coral tint beans... You guessed it my friends, it was finding these amazing floral print jeans at Joe Fresh! Man, you guys are too smart for me.

They certainly weren't what I was looking for (my Superstore jaunt was supposed to be all business), but when I saw them hanging there with only one last pair in my size, I knew it was meant to be. And just in time for another generous helping of snow... Well I guess you can't win them all, now can you? xx

Outfit details: striped blazer (similar here)- H&M; blouse- Forever 21; floral print jeans- Joe Fresh; spiked pumps (similar style here and here)- Shoe Mint; necklace- Forever 21 Follow my blog with Bloglovin

{Style} For the Love of Shoes... and Mint.

As temperatures drop, I figure why not brighten things up with some good old fashioned pastels? They're cheerful, bright and super feminine to boot... Seriously now, just try and feel low when you're wearing pastels — I dare you!

Want in on a secret? I think I'm well on my way to shoe fetish-ville here, guys... Now I know you must be thinking So what, Vickie? but I'm telling you, it's a big deal for me. I've always been a purse junkie that's given little-to-no thought to her footwear, so this newfound shoe fascination is both scary (sorry bank account) AND exhilarating... I tell ya, it's like I'm a whole new person. *shrug*

Outfit details: mint dress- H&M; leopard scarf- Wilfred; striped blazer- H&M; pumps- Shoe Mint; belt- thrifted; necklace- Zara

{Details} Casual Friday...

Hey Friday you're so fine, you're so fine you blow my mind, hey Friday! *clap clap clap clap* Hey Friday! Bet you're glad you clicked on this URL this morning, aren't ya? xx

Outfit details: striped dress- Michael Kors; camo jacket- Zara; necklace- Forever 21; ring- vintage; rain boots- Michael Kors

{Details} Nautical Stripes...

It's no big secret that I'm a huuuuge fan of stripes— I mean seriously, can you think of a more versatile print? It's an all-season style that can be rocked just as easily in spring as it can come fall, which is precisely why I love it so. This particular dress is perfect for brisk days because it's lined, long sleeved and lovely... How's that for your daily dose of alliteration? Throw on a woven belt, breezy vest and a pop-o-colour cuff (nicely done, Joe Fresh!) and you've got yourself a fall-tastic look. Easy peasy.

Outfit details: nautical striped dress- Michael Kors; military vest- Old Navy; woven leather belt- thrifted; kitten heels- Zara; necklace- Forever 21; leather cuff- Joe Fresh

{Style} Spots & Stripes...

It's been depressingly cold here in Edmonton lately, so I decided to rebel against the oppressive temperatures by putting together a fun, "printy" little outfit (albeit under layers of outerwear, but still). Stripes and navy always remind me of spring, so by wearing them today I symbolically told winter to take a hike... And I'm pretty sure the pop of leopard speaks for itself. Boom.

Happy weekending, friends! xx

Outfit details: striped top- Zara; leopard print skirt- Urban Behavior; Gossip Girl Double Button Blue Coat c/o Sheinside; tights- Joe Fresh; bag borrowed from Kastles; flats- Forever 21; studded bracelet- The Bay; necklace- Forever 21

{Style} Wooded Walk...

So I never thought I would be saying this, but the whole not shopping thing is actually working out for me. After my initial withdrawals faded (that part was not fun, believe me), I stopped feeling compelled to buy things just for the sake of buying them. And the amount of awesomeness I've rediscovered within my own wardrobe astounds me. I think I've only worn this blazer once before (super cray!), and it had been eons since I last wore this vintage scarf or these Joe Fresh pumps... What can I say ladies and gentlemen, I'm a new woman.

Outfit details: blazer- Zara; striped tank- H&M; jeans- Gap; scarf & clutch- vintage; pumps- Joe Fresh

{Weekend Update} Stripes & Sweets...

My weekend kicked off with my most favourite of pastimes, catching up with friends over sweet treats. Now I know what you must be thinking — "What a glutton!" — to which I would simply shrug, nod my head and pass you a macaron... Now I'm drooling just thinking about them, but I digress.

The adorable Jenna joined my little calorie fest, and together we caught up over caffeine and spiked blood sugar levels... It was lovely. I wore my new, sparkly loafers which were a thoughtful gift from Kastles, as well as this mullet skirt that I had long forgotten about; I guess that's what happens when you hoard clothes, am I right?

Hope you guys had lovely, sugar-filled weekends too... Happy Monday! xx

Outfit details: jacket- Zara; striped tank- H&M; mullet skirt- Forever 21; sparkle loafers- Target; necklaces- Forever 21; watch & ring- Michael Kors

Wardrobe Wednesday...

Nothing says summer to me more than stripes and straw hats, so I've had both on steady repeat this past month... And when I found these cute little shades at Forever 21, it was as if I had completed the holy trinity of summer dressing. Throw in a rosary for good measure, and you've got yourself party.

Happy Wardrobe Wednesday, lovelies! xx

Image details: straw panama hat- H&M; sunnies- Forever 21; striped shirt- Zara; rosary- Forever 21 

Bermuda, Bahama, Come on Pretty Mama...

Today is all about simplicity: basic bermudas, stripes and sandals topped with a panama hat to protect my little noggin from all that blaring sun... Because really, what more do you need on a hot summer's day? Oh yeah, that's right — ice cream. How could I forget...

Happy Thursday, lovelies! Stay cool and hydrated please.

Outfit details: striped peplum top- Zara; bermuda shorts- Forever 21; panama hat- H&M; clutch- Zara; sandals- Michael Kors; rosary- Forever 21; bracelet- H&M; watch- Michael Kors

Stripes With Pep...

Casual stripes get some added ooomph with a pop of peplum in this little Zara top — And the best part? I scored it for 15 big ones during their spring sale last week (which is probably still going on)...  I think that calls for a fist pump, don't you? xx

Outfit details: striped peplum top- Zara; distressed denim- Gap; gladiator sandals- Forever 21; tote- Michael Kors; necklace- Little Pancakes; bracelets- Forever 21 & Michael Kors; ring- YSL; watch- Michael Kors