{Life Log} Confessions of a Shopaholic...

My shopping ban has come and gone, and difficult as it was at times, I learned a thing or two along the way... So I guess in retrospect it was kind of a good thing— Kind of. No but seriously, I'm really glad I took a break long enough to appreciate my pre-existing wardrobe and all the things I can do with less.

The biggest thing I learned during my month of no shopping was that I spend waaaay too much money on clothes. And the more I buy, the more I seem to want to buy. It's a strange, vicious cycle, and half the time I don't even wear some of the things that come home with me... What's up with that? Seriously, the top I wore in this post was bought over five years ago and it had never been worn— It still had its tags!

Now don't get me wrong, I still love shopping as much as the next girl, I just don't want to mindlessly buy things because I think I should... That's just not healthy. Because in the age-old words of Carrie Bradshaw herself, "Why are we should-ing all over ourselves?" I think homegirl was on to something.

So here's to taking a step back and learning to love what we have... I know I will. xx

Outfit details: jacket- Zara; sweater- TNA; plaid pants- Uniglo; booties- Forever 21

{Style} Plaid & Persona...

Nothing says fall quite like forest green, so I figured why not double up with a blazer-boot combination? These boots were an Urban Outfitters find about six or so years ago, and they only see the light of day during certain circumstances; namely, clear days when the suede won't get utterly destroyed by rain and gooey dirt... Yes friends, I'm smart like that.

In other news, I'd like to draw your attention to the snazzy new bracelet on my wrist... My good friends at Persona were kind enough to pop it into the mail for me, and I couldn't be more thankful. It's a super versatile piece from their Black Label, and I love how I can mix it up and wear different combinations with the marcasite beads (and even mix metals— peep the gold watch combo!). Thanks, Persona!

Outfit details: tartan blazer- Joe Fresh (old; similar here); denim shirt- Forever 21; jeans- Michael Kors; suede boots- Urban Outfitters; head band worn as necklace- Forever 21; bracelet & beads c/o Persona; watch- Michael Kors

{Houndstooth Week} The Shorts...

Outfit details: sweater & houndstooth shorts- Forever 21 (both last year); boots- Elizabeth & James; bag- Michael Kors (similar here); tights- Joe Fresh; necklace- Forever 21

Step Up & Style With Vince Camuto Canada...

Attention fashion friends: Vince Camuto is coming to Canada this fall in all his chic-y (yes, I said chic-y) goodness with a complete lifestyle collection! We're talking clothes, accessories and yes, shoes. To celebrate, they've put together a little blogger styling campaign (including yours truly) that will run until August 13th, honouring four lucky Canadian bloggers with a hefty giftcard... Now I know what you must be thinking, 'that's amazing, how can I help?'  Well my friends, it's simple. Just visit the Facebook campaign and like my photo; it's as easy as that. The winners will be chosen based on popularity and capturing the Camuto aesthetic, so if you like what you see, show your support and like, like, like my photo! I'll love you forever if you do... Oh who am I kidding, I'll love you forever anyway! xx

Outfit details: blouse- Forever 21; faux leather skirt- H&M motorcycle boots c/o Vince Camuto; clutch- vintage YSL; necklace- Forever 21; watch- Michael Kors; neon bracelet- H&M; ring- YSL

Wardrobe Wednesday...

One of the best parts of fall? Besides the falling leaves, dark nail polishes and cozy layers that we all know and love, it's all about the boots in my books... There's just something intoxicating about tracking down the perfect pair, and dreaming up enough tights-dress-scarf combos to keep you dressed until spring... *sigh*

For me, it was love at first sight with these bad boys. They pretty much capture everything I want in an ankle boot (shape, colour, almond toe) for an unbeatable price... Now let's just hope I can walk in them!

What's your favourite shoe for fall? xx