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{Style Inspiration} J.Crew Holiday

November 13, 2012
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For years now, one of my favourite sources of style inspiration has been the J.Crew
 catalogues.  Their outfit styling always has me swooning, as they somehow convey
simple, relatable looks that are innovative and on-trend.  Not only am I left wanting
everything from their collection, but I also end up feeling motivated to re-create some
of the looks from existing pieces in my closet.


I am especially loving the J.Crew “Looks We Love: Holiday Style” piece.  
It features their must-copy outfits of the season from fashion director and head stylist,
 Gayle.  And, based on these outfits, I have a major 
girl crush on Gayle and wish she could come sort through my closet and share some
 styling tips.  Yup, it’s decided.  Gayle and I should be best friends.


Liking these featured looks?
Be sure to check out the entire lookbook here.


All images in this post belong to J.Crew.
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Style

Cool Factor

November 12, 2012
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chambray shirt thrifted // fur vest from Modcloth (old) // Mavi Serena denim leggings // boots from DSW // military tote from xo bella // sunglasses from Barefoot Contessa //
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wrap bracelet c/o // grande non-fat, half sweet vanilla latte from Starbucks 😉
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{Photos by Melissa}


Even though I’d sworn off lattes for a few months forever and ever, the Starbucks
 marketing team got me once again and I indulged in my first red cup drink of the season.
  My order couldn’t just be a drip coffee either, it HAD to be a fancy calorie filled vanilla
 latte.  And, of course, it was heavenly.

We’re finally feeling that winter chill and what better way to celebrate than being 
inappropriately dressed for such low temperatures?  I left the winter coat at home and 
opted for a cute fur vest instead, which may or may not have been a poor life choice. 
 Sure, my arms were cold, but that’s nothing a hot Starbucks drink couldn’t fix, right?!
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Style

Gastown Days

November 7, 2012
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Striped Sweater from Club Monaco // Trousers from Aritzia // Roots Bag borrowed from To Vogue Or Bust // Scarf stolen from my mom’s closet // Jacket from Plum // Nixon Watch // Loafers from Portland Boutique

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{Photos by Alex}


Gastown is such a fun and different neighbourhood to explore.  I’ve been spending my days
 doing all the essential research, such as finding the perfect cup of coffee, local must-try
 restaurants, and of course, the best places to shop!   I love that you’re likely
 to run into someone you know at the next turn and always supplied with a healthy dose of 
streetstyle inspiration.  I’m glad it’s highly populated with tourists, because they get to see
a really cool part of Vancouver.  Have you ever been to Gastown?  What’s your favourite thing to do there?

P.S.
Aritzia is still hiring, so what are you waiting for?!  
Email our resume to erin@artizia.com and tell them that I sent ya! xo

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Style

{weekend wear} rain or shine

November 2, 2012
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Look #1 {photos by
Jen
}: Second Yoga Jeans c/o // Trench coat and plaid scarf from Plum // Baseball cap from H&M // Dolce Vita Joust Bootie // Urban Outfitters Bag // Olivia Solie Necklace c/o ||  Look #2: Lace Blouse from Banana Republic // Blush Chevalier Aritzia Blazer // Mavi Serena Denim Leggings // Boots from Target // Urban Outfitters Bag // Olivia Solie Necklace c/o //  Printed Scarf from Front and Company // Betsey Johnson Heart Charm Bracelet // Forever 21 Sunnies // Ice Cream from Deep Cove 🙂


Sorting through some weekend photos, it’s crazy to think that it was only a few weeks ago that I was eating an ice cream cone in Deep Cove.  Of course I am now clutching an umbrella instead of cold sweets, but that’s okay.  It IS November after all!

Hope you all have an amazing weekend planned.  I for one, will be working and catching up with some friends, which includes a day trip to Victoria on Sunday.  Super excited to get away, even if it’s just for a day.  You know what I mean?  Happy Weekending!
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Style

Love {Love} Love

October 28, 2012
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Sweater from Top Shop // Skirt from Artizia // Necklace from Forever21 // Dolce Vita Joust Booties // Wolf Ring from Front and Company // Urban Outfitters Bag // Warby Parker Linwood Glasses in Violet Magnolia

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I’ve had to start dressing for an office setting again and it’s a welcomed change.  Not that my printed flannel pajamas aren’t sexy (because they obvs are), but I do enjoy getting out of the house and to a real desk each morning.  Heels are now pretty much out of the question though, since I already have to schlep my giant laptop and “purse” (which is far more like a duffel bag than it is tote bag, if you catch my drift) on the bus.  I was even yelled at the other day by someone on the bus because she felt as though I had too many things taking up too much room.  That’s just part of the joys of public transit people, just one of the joys.
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Style

Opportunity Knocks

October 23, 2012
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Sparkly Jacket and Burgundy Pants from Aritzia // Grey Tee from The Gap // Jeffrey Campbell 99 Booties // Black Clutch from Nella Bella // Ring from Front and Company // Necklace from Plum // Sunglasses from Barefoot Contessa

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Does anyone else find it difficult to explain how they got
to where they are today?  Whether it’s pertained
to life in general, this blog, or my career, I often struggle to find the words
to describe my journey.  It was just
recently, however, that I was explaining my career path to a new acquaintance,
and she summed it all up for me.  I’m an opportunist.  Yes, I’ve worked very (very) hard to get
here, but the reason I am fortunate enough to be in such a great spot in my
life, my blog, and my career is that I’ve jumped at the right opportunities.

That is why I’m especially excited to have the chance to tell
YOU about a great opportunity.  Aritzia
has personally extended an invite to all you wonderful aliciafashionista.com
fans to join their team.  They are currently
looking for some awesome individuals (like you) to fill some part time and full
time positions for all of their locations, just in time for the holidays!
Holiday hiring_staff and bloggers

My personal experience in the fashion industry began as a
part time sales associate for a local clothing company.  I gained the knowledge I needed at store
level and worked my way up within the company until I landed a sweet gig in
their head office.  If I hadn’t put the
time in and learned the operational side of things, it’s doubtful that I would
have been as successful landing a role in their head office.  That’s why I want to make sure you don’t
brush off this kind of opportunity.  If
you’ve been wanting a change, then consider this your sign.
The time has come to dig up that resume and send it in to erin@aritzia.com.  You’ll be contacted soon after and invited
for an interview at Aritzia’s Vancouver
office.  This is your chance to charm
them and get yourself an awesome new job.  Tell them that Alicia Fashionista sent ya, and let me know how it goes!
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Vancouver Wedding

Enter to WIN 2 tickets to Créme de la Créme Le Rêve Vancouver

October 22, 2012
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{Photo Credit to Ellen Ho, of Hong Photography}


This has been the year of nuptials for my friends and I’ve had the amazing honour of being a part of so many special days.  And though a wedding isn’t in the near future for me, I still love and appreciate all the beautiful things wedding related.  That’s why I’m excited to give you the chance to win 2 tickets to the Créme de la Créme Grand Wedding Showcase!


Créme de la Créme

Le Rêve will take place at The Four Seasons Vancouver on Sunday, November 4th 2012.  Tickets are a $45 value each and include a fashion show, deluxe gift bag, scrumptious tastings, and full-scale pampering.


To Enter:


Simply leave a comment on this post or the Alicia Fashionista Facebook Page and…


Tell me who you’d bring with you to Créme de la Créme and why you’d like to go.

Contest open to those who are in Vancouver on November 4th, 2012 and are able to attend the event.  Contest ends Monday, October 29th, 2012 at 8:00 pm PST.  One entry per person.  Winner will be chosen at random and contacted shortly after. Good luck!

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