a little bit of {everything}

cream lace blouse c/o banana republic // aritzia trousers // seychelles leopard print pumps and blazer from plum // structured colour block bag from zara // large brim hat from front and company // gold pyrite necklace c/o wolf circus // marc by marc jacobs watch // one of a kind cocktail ring c/o social experiment // neon orange american apparel polish // sephora lip attitude glamour g03 lipstick





coral lips and highlighter orange nails make any old outfit way more fun, especially on a rainy vancouver day.  our constant wet weather has meant that my hats are in constant rotation.  not that i'm complaining about it.  i do love my hats.  i'm going to grow to be an old hat lady and own hundreds of hats because hats > cats.

i've also been in a real hat/fascinator mood after watching hours of downton abbey.  my mom and i are all caught up on season two and my god, i wish i were british!  and living in the early 1900's...with matthew (just kidding adam...)!

m83 – steve mcqueen

Social Experiment Valentine's Giveaway - now closed!

It's no secret that I'm obsessed with Vancouver's Georgia Heraty's designs.  I wear her one of a kind Social Experiment cocktail ring all the time!  And you bet, I receive tons of compliments every time I wear my Social Experiment Ring.  I love supporting a local jewellery line and owning something that's very unique.

This is why I'm so excited to offer you the chance to win not one, but TWO Social Experiment pieces that are perfect for February 14th!  So ladies, if you want this one, you should forward this on to your man so he can enter as well ;)

You could WIN this cherry quartz Seaside bracelet and cocktail ring set c/o Social Experiment.  A $50 CDN Value...nice!

How to enter:

Just check out Social Experiment Etsy Page and tell me which piece is your favourite!

Then comment on this post or  the Alicia Fashionista Facebook Page with your answer (and how to get a hold of you).

Contest closes on Monday February 6th at 7pm PST and is open to North American residence only (sorry international readers).  Good luck xo 

rock + roll g-ma

zara sweater // joe fresh tee  // aritzia maxi skirt // gifted bracelets// forever 21 sunnies and necklace // purse c/o plum // urban outfitters wedge booties

photos by alex

i always feel like a bit of a granny in a maxi skirt and pairing it with a chunky sweater only enhanced that.  how to counter this?  add an edgy cross necklace and stack some bracelets, it really throws people off ;)  no seriously, this outfit was super cozy and much warmer than my last one.  maxi skirts are the absolute best in comfort, i'm thinking i need another one to get through winter.  





was out yesterday for a lavendar latte and rasperry caramel waffle at medina cafe with alexandra (pictured above) of to vogue or bust.  we had a very inspiring chat about our blogs and worked some photo magic afterwards.  she really knew how to play around with lighting, i'm definitely going to try some of her tricks again!


can you believe it's already friday?  this week absolutely flew by!  working on some really exciting things this weekend that i hope to show you by monday.  i say this to put some sort of pressure on myself to actually get it done by said date.  now i have no choice but to finish by monday...so thanks for not allowing me to procrastinate!


ps speaking of rock and roll grandmas, have you seen this? she’s got some seriously badass moves! happy friday :)

lunch date

hat from h&m // vintage blouse // kensie sweater from plum // pants from anthropologie // necklace from forever 21 // adam's nixon watch // purse from front and company // scarf from fine finds // shoes from portland boutique 

photos by leonie

i'm going to be completely honest and tell you that i loooved this outfit....but i suffered mild hypothermia because of it.  now, that's a bit of a dramatic exaggeration, but i assure you that without gloves and socks i absolutely froze.  a harsh lesson to learn, isn't it?  that you can't dress for september in january.  apparently my sunny vacations have really messed with my perception of vancouver weather reality!


went for a little menswear inspired comfy (but cold) look for my lunch date with leonie of the the signature bow and randa of the-unprecedented.  it was great meeting up with these lovely gals to talk fashion, work, and travel.  after lunch at 8 1/2, we even got to do a bit of window shopping at scout and f as in frank.  main street lunch dates are the best!


hoping for my sake, that the next outfit post will probably feature me in a parka because i really need to learn to bundle up.  also, i'm apparently in the market for a parka, so if you would like to donate one to me, i won't turn it down ;)

{insta} january

a little of this and that from my instagram.  happy monday xo

jacket + jacket = coat

brooklyn industries striped tee // oxmo jacket and purse from plum // faux leather jacket from le chateau // yoga skinny jeans by second // scarf from zara // ring c/o social experiment // pointed toe suede flats with bows from joe fresh

was growing rather tired of my winter coat collection lately and feeling desperate for a new piece of outerwear.  being on a budget really limits one's options then for something shiny and new.  in search of alternatives, i came up with an interesting fashion equation: jacket + jacket = coat.  now, i do realize that i am on the west coast and temperatures are far milder than most, but i did wear this earlier in the week when we were below zero as well (with boots, gloves, and ear muffs).  that's the beauty of layering, that you can just keep adding until you can't really move!

city and colour – the grand optimist

{wedding wednesday} bridal brunch details

before jessica's destination wedding, it was my pleasure to attend a bridal brunch thrown by her mother, the wedding lady.  it's no wonder susan is one of vancouver's best wedding and event planning specialists, every component was exquisite!!  we all talked wedding excitement and shared fun stories over brunch, which included butternut squash soup, summer fruit salad and quiche, as well as a delicious sorbet with fresh raspberries.  the meal ended with a fresh cup of steaming hot maui coffee, the perfect hawaiian touch!


the bride spoiled her sisters and bridesmaids with gifts from jewliette jewellery .  i was given a stunning pair of elsa corsi earrings that i can't wait to wear again!  the hyatt ladies really went above and beyond to throw a perfect sunday bridal brunch.  i just love looking back at all the stunning details, thank you again ladies xo


p.s. only one more day to enter my artsy closet dress giveaway ! don't miss out!

cabin fever

hat and blouse from h&m // knit vest and black denim from plum // necklace from victoria boutique // purse from aldo // booties from urban outfitters







i have been cooped up in my apartment for two days now and i.am.going.crazy!!!!!!  just as i was getting over a mexican stomach bug, i've acquired a delightful cold and fever combo that has me going from hot to cold all day long.  gosh, i'm attractive right now ;)  took a wild guess and figured that you probably didn't want to see an outfit post featuring pajamas, so i'm very thankful we took some pics this weekend. phewf!


during my sick days, i finished the hunger games trilogy (so amazing, if you haven't read them you are missing out) and am fearing major boredom tonight.  any movie recommendations?  thinking i'm in need of a good chick flick or something.  thanks lovelies!