Baby Steps

February 18, 2014November 11, 20142 Comments

Today really feels like the first day I am on the mend — I go back to work tomorrow, and hopefully all other things in life will become some form of normal soon. There are so many things I could list that are terrible about tonsillectomies, or any surgery for that matter. Most people complain about the pain (ya, its awful!!), but the one that really got me most was how I felt emotionally. It is the necessities in life, the simple things you need and do each day (ie, sleep, eat), that if they are taken from you, can turn you into an irritable, terrible, sad mess. Needless to say, I haven’t been very pleasant to be around.

Today I braved the winter winds to take a walk outdoors because I haven’t actually stepped outside in over one week. It felt nice to breathe fresh air for more than 5 minutes, and also have some time to myself somewhere outside of my home. My face looks a little silly in these photos — it became really cold while I was shooting these, and I’m probably not totally back to normal just yet. But hey, we’ll take what we can get for now…baby steps.

Coat: Toronto Vintage Clothing Show
Blouse & Skirt: vintage via Public Butter
Hat: vintage via Common Sort
Tights: old pair of ballet tights
Boots: Wolverine x Samantha Pleet

Samantha Pleet Fall 2014

February 17, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

Yet again, I had been eagerly anticipating the release of Samantha Pleet Fall 2014 collection and film, and catching glimpses on social media of all the goodness and magical vibes she always puts out in the world. Remaining true to her vision as a designer (no pun intended), Samantha pulled from historical references, this time inspired by Joan of Arc. Samantha is surrounded by such beautiful talent, there is such an array of perfection she can have model her wonderful pieces and really do them justice — it’s stunning to see, really.

Now, the clothes! This could be my favourite collection yet, if only for the magnificent prints — comet print, storm print and illuminated print are breathtaking! Samantha creates simple silhouettes that fit the female form beautifully, but have their own interesting twists which makes the garment feel like something totally new, and totally it’s own. I would love to get my hands on the Noble Dress in Comet Print, the Passion Dress, and the Cloudling Dress, to name a few.

Lookbook Photography: Jacqueline Dimilia
Model: Louisa Gummer, Hannah Metz, Emily Theobald, Rachel Trachtenburg
Styling: Turner
Hair: Andrea Donoghue
Makeup: Daniel Alvarez
Nails: Katherine St. Paul Hill
Shoes: Wolverine x Samantha Pleet

Location Photography: Hannah Metz
Model: Louisa Gummer, Hannah Metz, India Menuez, Tara Violet
Styling: Hannah Metz
Hair: Travis Speck
Makeup: James Boehmer
Set Design: Chelsea Markusin
Creature Costume: Illy Jankovich
Creature: Liam McMillan

Hello.

February 13, 2014November 11, 20142 Comments

Hello all, I am still here! If you follow me on instagram then you probably already know I had my tonsils removed, thus explaining why this space has been quiet all week. I honestly thought I would be updating as usual, but the pain, exhaustion and recovery from the surgery has been far greater than I expected. To be totally frank, and not to scare others who have to have it done, but it sucks! I had heard and read horror stories about adult tonsillectomies, but you never really understand until you are experiencing it.

Ryan and I have postponed our Valentine’s Day plans until the following Friday (not that I’m a huge Valentiner, but I have a dress I really wanted to wear out), and we are going to make a list of all the things I want to eat as soon as my throat will allow solid foods. Top of the list, Pizza Libretto, which also happened to be my last meal before the surgery (surprise!!!)

Anyways, just wanted to give you all an update and let you know I have not abandoned this space. Have a very happy Thursday — it’s almost the weekend!

New Goodies at Larkspur

February 6, 2014November 11, 2014Leave a comment

1960’s inspired buttery yellow peter pan collar blouse

Again, I had a wee hiatus with shop updates, but we are back with some very lovely pieces, indeed. All items are still perfect for this chilly season, and some great for the warmer months to come. I’m also offering a discount on everything in the shop, from today until Thursday, Feb. 13th (one week!!!). Enter coupon code WINTERGTFO to receive 15% off your order.

Come by the shop today, I’d love to have you!

1980’s novelty print button up

1970’s handmade midi length tunic dress

1970’s pumpkin orange wool & mohair knit cardigan

1960’s high waisted wool tartan skirt

Lauren Winter February Collection

February 5, 2014November 11, 20141 Comment

You may already be quite familiar with Lauren Winter if you have been following this blog since it’s inception, or well, if you follow any fashion bloggers who supports independent designers. – she’s been around for awhile. Under the former name Blooming Leopold, she has re-branded her site and line to go by her own name, Lauren Winter. Seeing her newest collection, the new name makes sense to me. Her designs have matured quite a bit since her very first collection. They are simple, body-conscious, modern and sweetly feminine (without stinging them teeths). Lauren wanted to create a collection that transitioned seamlessly from late winter to early spring, and boy did she deliver. You can find silk shift dresses, light-weight tops, cardigans both in silk and boiled wool, and a jumpsuit in bamboo rayon. After seeing these new designs, and comparing to the former, it really makes me believe in Lauren as a designer (not that I didn’t before). Though this collection feels wholly different from some of her past ones that I adored oh so much, it shows what range she really has. Lauren can do cutesy gal and flip to sophisticated woman in the blink of an eye, and that is something I truly admire.

You can shop the whole collection here!

Model: Jessica Duthu
Jewelry: Young Frankk, Gamma Folk, Laura Lombardi