Valentino A/W ’14

March 25, 2014November 11, 20142 Comments

Valentino A/W ’14 is an interesting collection. There is a whole lot that is not to my taste at all, just a little too plain and stuffy looking, if you ask me. But on the opposite spectrum of that there is so much that I absolutely adore. I’ll likely never own a piece from the house of Valentino for the entirety of my life, which is an absolute shame because this collection could be one of my favourites. This season is filled with beautiful collars adorned with flowers, along with some very Victorian-esque collars, sheer maxi dresses with exquisite floral and butterfly applique embellishments, the best patchwork I’ve seen in a long time (serious harlequin vibes), darling swing coats, and the capes! Oh the capes! Valentino put together a collection that feels 1960’s and Victorian all at once, which is like my dream wardrobe. I’d really like to be this woman next Autumn and Winter. She’s quirky and fun and other-wordly, and I like her a lot.

See the whole collection here.

The White Pepper Spring 2014

March 18, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

The White Pepper has got me really excited about Spring. So much that I might implode if Winter continues for much longer. I long for days when I can choose an outfit in the morning and know it won’t be covered by layers of cardigans and coats and scarves. The more I get to know myself and my style, the more I realize I much prefer dressing for Spring/Summer. I never get bored with it – it never feels totally repetitive. While I love the idea of dressing for Winter (this doesn’t really include Fall, since it isn’t cold enough to consistently need a coat, and it’s too short a season) I find I become wholly uninspired. Not every dress looks good with tights, I don’t own a cardigan for every outfit, and while I love hats, they can become really annoying when you have to wear them! The White Pepper is really feeding my desire for muted pastels, warm sunny days, flowers (!!!), bare legs and socks, and my always favourite, summery pinafores with collared blouses. What it comes down to is we can be more detailed oriented in the Spring & Summer. I live for details…I think that’s why I love it so much.

Family Affairs Fall 2014

March 11, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

This could be the first time I have shared a collection from Family Affairs, which is truly surprising because I have admired Nina’s work for a long time now. Anything that feels other-wordly, mystical and wholly it’s own is something I can stand by, and that’s exactly what we get from Family Affairs, collection after collection. As usual, Nina created her own prints, this time featuring her very own alchemy symbols with references from italian futurism and irish fairytales. Neat right?! I would love to get my hands on the maxi dress pictured above, and although I have never really been known to wear or have any interest in blazers, the candy crush-esque pinstripe number pictured last is really catching my eye.

Photography: Amanda Jasnowski
Model: Bryson

Karen Walker Fall 2014

February 27, 2014November 11, 20142 Comments

To be totally honest, I had never really checked out New Zealand-based designer, Karen Walker‘s clothing designs until recently. I’ve been a long time fan of her eyewear, but never really looked into her clothing collections. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. For this season, she was inspired by Sufragettes, and created a collection full of cool, fun and rebellious vibes. There is no surprise I’m a big fan of the prints and collars (and that tartan coat! my god!), and while I don’t usually wear over-sized silhouettes, I appreciate and respect the gal she is representing here. I’m all for strong lady-power.

Stay Home Club: Home Life, February

February 25, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

I think everyone this winter is starting to feel like they would just like to join the stay at home club…and really, no one does staying home better (and more stylishly) than Stay Home Club. Their newest mood book is all kinds of cozy-comfy, “I’m at home, but I still look cool” vibes.

Stay Home Club is a Canadian brand, based in Montreal, run by the talented and beautiful illustrator Olivia Mew (we have talked about Olivia several times now…she created the Larkspur logo remember!?) While I clearly don’t dress this casual on a regular basis…has anyone ever seen me in a t-shirt?! (i do own a few) I feel an affinity to Stay Home Club because of what it represents. Being an introvert can sometimes feel isolating, so it’s nice to see a company that celebrates the quiet, introspective folk out there. Introverts, we unite as one!

Photography: Laurence Philomene
Models: Camille P. & Kyle B.
Images c/o SHC FB