{Style} Coral Crush...

I've been super uninspired by my wardrobe lately, especially when it comes to marrying my desire for vibrant spring colours and prints with the fact that I still have a couple months of weather-related despair in my future... Le sigh. I tried perking myself up by concocting a medley of florals and polka dots — heck, I even threw in a pop of coral for good measure — but no dice. Looks like only time, or some unseasonal heat wave, can cure what ails me.

In other news, I'm going to be embarking on Kiehls' 10 day Midnight Recovery Concentrate challenge, so I'll be sharing any changes to my skin over the next 10 days on Twitter and Facebook... Follow along and join the conversation — I'd love to hear your thoughts if you've used the product!

Happy weekending, friendlies! xx

Outfit details: coral blazer- Forever 21; floral jeans- Joe Fresh; denim shirt- Forever 21; cap toe pumps- Zara; polka dot clutch- Red Velvet; watch- Michael Kors; necklace- Zara

{Style} The Legend of Ron Burgundy...

Alright, you've got me — this post has nothing to do with Anchorman. Regardless, I just couldn't resist the title. Ron or no Ron, burgundy is pretty legendary, no? It's one of my go-to shades of the season, and, well, let's just say that it plays nicely with other neutrals... What a colour. I would go so far as to say that I love it almost as much as I love — to quote one of the brightest minds of cinematic history — lamp. xx

Outfit details: coat- Forever 21; dress- Darling; blouse- Topshop; tights- Joe Fresh; booties- Aldo; beanie- Zara; necklace- Forever 21; ring- House of Harlow; clutch- vintage YSL

{Style} Denim Nation...

You can't really tell from these pictures, but shortly before these photos were taken I maimed myself making breakfast. It was like a tsunami-sized wave of scalding oil coming right at my unsuspecting hand... Not fun. But after Mr. AiF took me off pancake duty and kissed it better, I felt good as new. And speaking of new, how cute is this H&M clutch? It was a Valentine's day surprise from my mister, and I couldn't love it (or him!) more... Happy Tuesday, friends! xx

Outfit details: denim shirt- Urban Outfitters; faux leather short- H&M; booties- Shoe Mint; polka dot tights- Forever 21; clutch- H&M; sunnies- Karen Walker; watch- Michael Kors; bracelet & necklace borrowed from Kastles; burn c/o pancakes

{Style} Flower Pop...

Outfit details: blouse- Forever 21; blazer & floral leggings- Zara; clutch- BCBG; pumps- ShoeMint; necklace- Urban Outfitters; bracelet- House of Harlow; watch & ring- Michael Kors

{Valentine's Week} Pink + Red...

You guys know I'm a sucker for girlie, over-the-top proclamations of love and the like (ummm, hello!), so naturally a theme week was in order... First up, the colour scheme. Nothing says Valentine's day quite like a little pink-and-red action, so to honour that I went waaaay overboard with both. Typical. To bring this point home, let me tell you a little story: When I described this outfit to my friend Ashley yesterday, she lifted her hand, drew a deep breath and matter-of-factly said "no" before I could get past the varsity jacket. She was probably right but what can I say, I'm a sucker for a little festive colour blocking... Bring it on, Valentine's! xx

Outfit details: varsity jacket- Forever 21; blouse- Topshop; dress- Forever 21; necklace- Urban Outfitters; navajo sequin clutch- Topshop; pumps- ShoeMint; bracelet- House of Harlow; watch- Michael Kors

{Details} Weekend Essentials...

If you ask me, weekend wear should exclusively consist of oversized denim shirts piled with heaps of accessories. Simple, relaxed separates paired with a statement necklace and a great watch are all I need to get through the weekend — Well, that, and maybe a little Netfix-filled cuddle session... Wink wink.

So tell me friends, what are YOUR weekending essentials? Happy Friday! xx

Outfit details: denim shirt- Urban Outfitters; necklace- Forever 21; Bulova watch (on sale) c/o WatchCo; bracelets- vintage & Joe Fresh

{Style} Shades of Purple...

Outfit details: blazer- Zara; silk top- Forever 21; lilac jeans- Joe Fresh; beanie- Zara; spike heels- ShoeMint; necklaces- Forever 21 & gifted; bracelets- Joe Fresh & Blue Vanilla

{Style} Leather Detailing...

Faux leather is totally my jam, so any opportunity to double up — say in a nice shorts/blazer combo — is fine by me. Not to beat a dead horse or anything, but it's just, well, the greatest. The best part? This whole leather detailing trend makes doubling up more subtle/chic, less Peg Bundy... And I think we can all agree that that's a good thing. xx

Outfit details: leather detail blazer- Zara; chambray shirt- Loft 82 (borrowed from Kastles); faux leather shorts- H&M; polka dot tights- Joe Fresh; booties- Aldo; bag- ASOS; rhinestone necklace- Forever 21

{Guest Post} Saturated...

Hello love bugs! Just popping in to let you guys know that today's post is a guest spot I did for Northern Style Exposure... Check it out, as well as posts from the other fine ladies who have been filling in for Kira while she's sunning herself in beautiful Maui — Lucky girl.

Happy Monday, friends! xx

Outfit details: blazer- Zara; sweater- TNA; denim shirt- TopShop; pants- H&M; pumps- Shoe Mint; leather clutch- vintage; necklace- Zara; bracelet- Forever 21; gold watch- Michael Kors; ring- vintage

{Glitter Week} The Collar...

As promised, here's a look at how I styled yesterday's DIY glitter collar. A few of you already commented about the whole washing situation (which believe me, I already thought about), but I don't mind— I'll spot wash this bad boy if I have to! To be honest, I was planning on getting rid of this shirt anyway, but a little sprinkle of glitter has made it seem (both literally AND figuratively) all shiny and new again. Who knew a few sparkles could have that kind of effect? xx

Outfit details: blouse- vintage; bubble skirt- Joe Fresh; polka dot tights- Forever 21; cheetah pumps- Calvin Klein; clutch- vintage YSL; gold watch- Michael Kors

{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} Casual Friday...

The weekend is here, and I for one am mega excited (yes, I said mega) to kick back, relax and maybe even do a little shopping while Mr. AiF's out of town. Hey, when the cat's away, am I right? Nothing crazy, just a thing or two to spice things up a bit... You know what else I'm particularly looking forward to this weekend? Uninterrupted, quality time with my old pal Netfix without so much as a peep about my (totally awesome) movie selections... Looks like it's just going to be me and Teen Wolf this Friday night — hubba hubba.

Outfit details: camo jacket- Zara; denim shirt- Topshop; cross dress c/o Lulus.com; leather clutch- American Apparel; beanie- Zara; bracelet- Forever 21; gold watch- Michael Kors

{Style} Purple Pop...

 
Outfit details: collar tip blouse- Topshop; cardigan (similar style here)- Forever 21; faux leather shorts (similar here)- H&M; booties- Shoe Mint; leather clutch- vintage; bracelets- H&M & The Bay; necklace- thrifted; gold watch- Michael Kors