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we’re not happy til we’re running away //

May 17, 2011
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Blouse & Necklace c/o Plum // Trousers from Anthropologie (on sale too!) // Nine West Shoes

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The darling Solo Lisa and I ventured off to the very first Anthropologie store in Vancouver. This city has been waiting so patiently for one and my goodness, it’s nice to have an Anthro location so close to home! We toughed it out and went on opening day Friday along with the rest of the after work crowd. It was busy, yes, but they were extremely well prepared. They were well staffed and able to provide excellent customer service despite the lineups and general customer chaos. I found a lovely pair of high waisted shorts and these green trousers and ogled about 100 other things! Looks like I’ll just have to go back. Oh, my poor bank account 🙁

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prints charming

May 10, 2011
mixing prints

The intimidating thing about this spring is all the extreme shift in trends. Suddenly my denim is being replaced by trousers, skirt hems are longer, and my policy on matching colours and prints is a thing of the past. It’s out with the old and in with the confused new, but I really kind of like it. Change can be good.

Easing into mixing colours has been fun, but it was time to move onto prints. In order to make this process less shocking, I decided to pair two prints that are in the same colour story. A black and off white striped cardigan, and a black and off white seagull print blouse.

I’ve seen so many great print combinations. I can’t wait to experiment with florals as well. What prints have you mixed? Any method to your madness?

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Blouse from Barefoot Contessa // Cardigan from Plum // Trousers from Next (UK) // Hat from Urban Outfitters // Shoes from H&M // Necklace & Ring from Forever 21

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and i won’t try to fight in your weekend wars

May 9, 2011
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A great way to challenge this gloomy weather (omg holy rain on saturday, thought Vancouver was going to drown!) is to add bright colours to an otherwise fall-ish outfit 🙂

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A walking Plum ad: Jacket, Tank, Scarf & Purse c/o Plum // Grey Tee from Aritzia // Adam’s Sunglasses // Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch // Kelsi Dagger ‘Fortune’ Booties

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
I have been nominated for ‘Best Vancouver Fashion Blog’ at the Urban Culture Conference + Awards. If you have a minute, or even just 30 seconds, please head to:

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scroll down to BLOG
click FASHION
VOTE Alicia Fashionista

urban culture conference

Thank you so much in advance my darling readers, I owe ya one! Hope everyone had a great weekend xo

MGMT – Weekend Wars

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best coast casual

May 4, 2011
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kensie blouse // h&m trench // hunter boots c/o melface
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all photos by kingkabuz

i feel like a fraud.
i call myself a “fashionista” and yet, i’ve been parading around lately in leggings and rain boots. let’s take into consideration how uninspiring this weather has been. and the fact that i have a closet full of beautiful spring merchandise that is too cold to wear and a closet full of cute winter things that i am sick of wearing. i’m so ready for summer, aren’t you?

i was supposed to met up with the super talented ned aka @kingkabuz for an urban photo shoot in gastown last week. i was mid-move and quite unorganized, so i actually forgot we had planned to meet up! i was stuck wearing my rain gear for our shoot, but the truth is now out there now…that i’ve been dressing casual! at least my new hunters ($30 woot woot) were put to good use 🙂

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obakki fall/winter 2011 fashion show

May 3, 2011
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i ran around like a crazy person after work last thursday trying to figure out what to wear to the obakki show. i knew all of vancouver’s most stylish would be in attendance and i just didn’t want to get there and feel out of place, you know what i mean? avoided a near disaster when i spilled sauce on my pants just before heading out the door. nothing a little tide to go pen and blow dryer couldn’t fix 😉 lb and i showed up at the beautiful st.andrew’s wesley church on burrard street super excited. we landed a great spot and even sat next to jen and mina!

the show itself was magnificent. they branded their upcoming collection so well, from the haunting church setting to florence + the machine – drumming song. the obakki fall/winter line had some gorgeous cocoon shaped sweaters and jackets, as well as some maxi dresses that i will definitely have to purchase. not only were the clothes amazing, but laura beth and i both loved how their hair was styled and the use of shocking bright lips.

you can view the entire show in photos here

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obakki favs
these 2 photos from peter jensen

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blazer and bracelets from h&m // blouse c/o plum // aritzia trousers // faryl robin shoes from the dakota group sample sale

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the best part of the evening was chatting with these ladies and recapping the show! from left to right we have laura beth of style without borders, myself, monica of the doctor’s closet, alexandra of to vogue or bust, jen of her waise choice, lisa of solo lisa, and mina of faboulista

Bloggers at Obakki
photo from herwaisechoice.com

the proceeds of the evening went to the obakki foundation, this video by the talented candace meyer for obakki makes you feel like your money has gone to a good place. around the 2:06 mark is my favourite part, though the entire video is amazing!

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WIN a $100 POSH VEILS Shopping Spree!

May 2, 2011

POSHVEILS

POSH VEILS
are so unique and beautiful, there is something for every bride to be! I love the concept of stylish veils for a reasonable price, I think every girl deserves a stunning hair piece to compliment her wedding dress!

When I was initially contacted by the talented Canadian designer, Sharon Chironda, I knew instantly that I wanted to work with her. Her inspiring story behind POSH VEILS comes from her inability to find a veil she loved and could afford in Toronto. Upon further research, she found that there weren’t many (if any) Canadian designers making fashionable veils and hair accessories. She hopes to launch an everyday wear collection soon, and as a preview she sent me the amazing fascinator I wore for the Royal Wedding! I personally cannot wait for her everyday hair accessories, I will be buying more than my bank account can handle!

POSH VEILS is offering one of my readers a $100 credit towards The Spring/Summer 2011 Collection. I know this isn’t a wedding blog, but I think we all know someone who would love to win a veil! It would make a lovely gift, or perhaps a piece for the hope chest?

To Enter you must visit The POSH VEILS Online Store
and leave a comment below telling me which hair piece you love the most and your email address.

For bonus entries you can:

1) “LIKE” POSH VEILS on Facebook
2) RT ” I entered to win a $100 @POSHVEILS Shopping Spree via @604fashionista – http://bit.ly/iwzxrt “

Contest closes Thursday May 12th at 6 PM PST and is open worldwide.

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Life Style

when bloggers meet

April 27, 2011
“one of the amazing things about blogging is the friends that you make along the way.”

Cee, Veronika & Alexandra

blogger meetup

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i was so delighted to get an invite to a blogger lunch at chill winston last weekend. i spent sunday afternoon with cee of coco and vera, veronika of girl and closet, alexandra of to vogue or bust, and lynn of hearted girl. we had some wine, appies, and lots to talk about! it was as though i’d known the girls forever as we went on about the life of a blogger (hello insomnia and taking outfit photos in public), work, fashion, and everything in between! time flew by and before we knew it, we’d been chatting for 3 hours! the day wouldn’t be complete without a mini photo shoot though and of course, lots of laughs 🙂

i so look forward to hanging out with these girls again and to meeting more people from the vancouver blog scene. there is so much talent in this city, it’s crazy!

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lipstick jungle // this is our love

April 26, 2011
anniversaire

olive and blush

olive trench

Plum Trench Coat & Necklace // Kersh Lace Dress // Zara Booties // Forever 21 Clutch

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Since I’ve spent the last four days moving all of my belongings from one apartment to another, my life is what some may call disorganized. I can’t find any jewellery and I still have a huge basket full of laundry, so putting an outfit together for this post was quite the task. I work well under pressure though, and was determined to dress up and feature my new olive trench coat. It’s so beautiful, everything a trench should be and more!

April 25th marks the 4 year anniversary of mine and Adam’s very first date! Since he surprised me with tickets to Cavalia last week, I decided to treat him to a delicious meal at Nicli Antica Pizzeria this evening. If you haven’t been to Nicli Antica on East Cordova, I suggest you get your little buns over there asap! This was my second dining experience at Nicli Antica Pizzeria and they once again exceeded my expectations. They do not take reservations, so expect a wait or an opportunity to stand and drink at the bar. Their perfectly executed cocktails or vast selection of wine is sure to keep you occupied! I recommend their ‘Bianca’ pizza for dinner, though all of their authentic Italian pizzas are worth a try. I will also brag on their behalf, that they make the best tiramisu that I have ever had! If good dessert isn’t a reason to go back to a restaurant, then I don’t know what is? Whether it’s for a date or a friendly get together, I HIGHLY recommend Nicli Antica Pizzeria for lunch or dinner. I promise you will love it! (and no this was not sponsored…it’s just that good).

drink menu at Nicli

Nicli Antica Bar

cocktail hour

I spy Smelly Danielly

pear drink

4 year anniversary

sooo excited for the pizza

The 'Bianca'

the best tiramisu

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