The Trees They Grow So High

March 3, 2014November 11, 20141 Comment

I’ve been trying to make more time for creative endeavors recently. This bleak winter has not been kind to my creative mind and I feel I’ve been a bit lazy for some time now — a whole lot of ideas, and not a lot of follow through. It’s hard to stay motivated when not much around you feels very inspiring. But I’ve got some exciting things in the works which has got me feeling positive again. I want this space to be wholly me and not just posts that fill in the gaps when I don’t have something of my own to share (although I do love supporting the amazing designers, artists and brands that I share). I’ve been rethinking the blog’s image, and the content I share. Maybe a name change? Or maybe it’s not ready for that just yet. I definitely want to introduce a little more uniformity to it. When Meg and I started this blog we had a weekly routine of posts we would share, but it got lost in translation over time. This space has changed so much since then. It is only me and my voice now, so it makes sense I leave some things behind, keep the idea of reoccuring content, but with more of my own original ideas. As most things are, it’s a work in progress. But I do hope you continue to follow along and this space can continue to grow in a positive way.

Negligee: vintage via Public Butter
Rings: from my Mother

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

Keep On Walking

February 24, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

It was such a beautiful weekend filled with friends, good food, and time well spent outdoors. Whatever little bit of warmth mother nature will give us, we shall receive with open arms. Because of my surgery, lack of sun and a never ending bitter chill in the air, I’ve been finding it hard to motivate myself to do anything other than sit on my couch with one of my many antique tea pots and episode after episode of Friday Night Lights (insert Nashville, New Girl, Girls, The Mindy Project). This is not natural for me…it’s not the sort of thing that keeps me happy (although those shows are amazing!!!) So it doesn’t hurt that one of my best friends (well two) is (are) the brains behind The Vacant North and can remind me that while winter can feel like the enemy, and the wind can deter us from leaving our nests (which is sometimes totally reasonable! i don’t want frostbite), if weather permits, hiking and exploring can be just as invigorating and fulfilling with snow on the ground (and ice water in your boots).

When I first got my Samantha Pleet Blixen Boots I told myself I would never wear them in the snow, and I would keep them in impeccable condition. But the snow came, and day after day I’d lace them onto my feet because there was no other boot I really wanted to wear. And after some time I realized I would rather have them come along on adventures with me. Why not let them live?! Afterall, I feel Samantha Pleet always depicts strong, beautiful, adventurous women in her clothing and shoe designs, so it makes sense that outdoors and in nature is where they are mean’t to be.

*photos of me taken by Meaghan

Coat: in the shop!!
Skirt: vintage via Common Sort
Beret: vintage
Scarf: thrifted via Salvation Army
Socks: H&M
Boots: Samantha Pleet x Wolverine
Gloves: gift from Meaghan

The Sorceress

February 20, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

Isn’t Sarah Sophie Flicker one of the most stunning and interesting women of our generation? I admire her not only for donning the most exquisite garb on a regular basis, but also for always being an inspiration to young and older women alike. She’s all kinds of beautiful, inside and out. It seems when you put Shae Detar and Sarah Sophie together you get a whole lot of magic in the form of dreamy vintage inspired portraits with some of the most breathtaking garments. It’s like my form of substance dependence…pretty gals, wearing pretty things, making pretty things. I love it, and I don’t think I will ever grow tired of it.