tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2898220336740371662024-03-14T13:52:37.995-04:00the lust listtVictoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.comBlogger164125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-52703003628047795422014-12-31T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-31T07:30:03.829-05:00Kensington Strolls<span id="goog_1302139436"></span><span id="goog_1302139437"></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiVGv_8f5Z3wJ0BMwXBN-n-9iwB2ifYgWvIyljC9ZeTKfi8oz4XmGjGySvpTiFn7ZZUHNObEHAkDKf2nWjJ4JvLv_2VQ18At_hYHI-256VYy9qmQ03_PTjFlb3L6uoak9xkp91HBpE8KY/s1600/2.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiVGv_8f5Z3wJ0BMwXBN-n-9iwB2ifYgWvIyljC9ZeTKfi8oz4XmGjGySvpTiFn7ZZUHNObEHAkDKf2nWjJ4JvLv_2VQ18At_hYHI-256VYy9qmQ03_PTjFlb3L6uoak9xkp91HBpE8KY/s1600/2.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Up until about two months ago, I lived within walking distance of one of my favorite markets in Toronto - Kensington Market. Unfortunately time flies and with my hermitting ways, I spent a lot of time indoors and not enough outdoors. Now I'm living further away and it makes the trek out to the market a little bit more difficult. Fortunately for me, I have some friends who enjoy the market just as much as I do. So now I have reasons to go out to the market and to enjoy it at it's fullest.<br />
<br />
I spent the day with one of my friends roaming around the city, trying a $54 grand-buffet brunch, and then continuing on through a walk down Queen Street before making my way over to Kensington. We happened upon some lovely steps out front of a church and managed to catch the last few rays of sunshine before it settled over the city. After commuting back home, I realized just how much I missed the area.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpuZhu7aK65n7t3gDwB9c4lbUqay_Yh2cZH5gPPpU6Moivy0irFkoB8FTl-X67_7GM4TgMkQs5HPGdhszIwH4aOI7WmpN8-Z6Y1TbdQU0jnIZ5C3s4pLNpju30pJBfsmE6BgvJOL4bovo/s1600/5.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpuZhu7aK65n7t3gDwB9c4lbUqay_Yh2cZH5gPPpU6Moivy0irFkoB8FTl-X67_7GM4TgMkQs5HPGdhszIwH4aOI7WmpN8-Z6Y1TbdQU0jnIZ5C3s4pLNpju30pJBfsmE6BgvJOL4bovo/s1600/5.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsj7WJ-qsoz5npHHJBD-uPv2jOcpSfpDaAJvbbVKKIxpeGQQrlP62Fedy0m6MtGbUIkiPDMoI_MLZggWLyuE2EIQQStO8DItIdolBQ3EckJnc58eZMZBXkMIALlUzpzfbladkyLk8Qssk/s1600/1.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsj7WJ-qsoz5npHHJBD-uPv2jOcpSfpDaAJvbbVKKIxpeGQQrlP62Fedy0m6MtGbUIkiPDMoI_MLZggWLyuE2EIQQStO8DItIdolBQ3EckJnc58eZMZBXkMIALlUzpzfbladkyLk8Qssk/s1600/1.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ticu4GUZ3JmWT0A2-5hvtI9gKpZq6PoUMk57upsItSfVl9wE-Pd3W_KCovvTrShXmS7trajZdxYSty6ZhJMaFum0yzwsRLpup_QTWZqAHPkiU3Xovf0KaBmPmGnoedbuQUHEmFItSSE/s1600/4.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ticu4GUZ3JmWT0A2-5hvtI9gKpZq6PoUMk57upsItSfVl9wE-Pd3W_KCovvTrShXmS7trajZdxYSty6ZhJMaFum0yzwsRLpup_QTWZqAHPkiU3Xovf0KaBmPmGnoedbuQUHEmFItSSE/s1600/4.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh5d-dc_RwnHfTgaTw1suwd01i2Hi3Ab3bXkIJz509Yo0uy-q9orZyiUUq_OGdqwffaCW1dP2NHDkrVDodVVN8NDvtCBh9YSfTqGb16Ifu6pq223EOVAipxONTuW1sKZTD1A2rlXq8vBQ/s1600/7.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh5d-dc_RwnHfTgaTw1suwd01i2Hi3Ab3bXkIJz509Yo0uy-q9orZyiUUq_OGdqwffaCW1dP2NHDkrVDodVVN8NDvtCBh9YSfTqGb16Ifu6pq223EOVAipxONTuW1sKZTD1A2rlXq8vBQ/s1600/7.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOPCSGXfR7BHoAKlowewC0appi2FnbFXOhMoYJ4uWeUguVS75mDvKy-6l0CWXGnHrGVxe2nhyphenhyphenT-Nb-NdxX45OhoVvA0psk9dET9Dfzk8gBexAvENeHaWinWGh89aOqaFThrD5ezj_RvFc/s1600/3.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOPCSGXfR7BHoAKlowewC0appi2FnbFXOhMoYJ4uWeUguVS75mDvKy-6l0CWXGnHrGVxe2nhyphenhyphenT-Nb-NdxX45OhoVvA0psk9dET9Dfzk8gBexAvENeHaWinWGh89aOqaFThrD5ezj_RvFc/s1600/3.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXn_KNoba8UjbmFNzo-K9l95tUxr9s1gLLVdVkUlp2LYjHhy-oTidIg9MNCq8QF-xwoFA0x518X-dDUirwAkje8R7LMenizt8ZJBrHZpVjpWaULcA39vk4gUdaxvfHuZdnz1TcnNntBQ/s1600/6.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kensington Strolls" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXn_KNoba8UjbmFNzo-K9l95tUxr9s1gLLVdVkUlp2LYjHhy-oTidIg9MNCq8QF-xwoFA0x518X-dDUirwAkje8R7LMenizt8ZJBrHZpVjpWaULcA39vk4gUdaxvfHuZdnz1TcnNntBQ/s1600/6.png" title="Kensington Strolls" /></a></div>
<br />Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-45085821429174568732014-12-28T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-28T07:30:01.561-05:00Collared Sweats<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMGCAMdHP0vFuwUOOU4EN8KTQM8whJ-yPtdklv12fszrg3nwEUiAirfb0TzXxV8e4WKVuXe1XwaHoFyL3cId1OmNaiqqxLZvE3Gu8Xl43ry03C_jVYxA1AKlTjq7OUDFsrry8U07cG0M/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMGCAMdHP0vFuwUOOU4EN8KTQM8whJ-yPtdklv12fszrg3nwEUiAirfb0TzXxV8e4WKVuXe1XwaHoFyL3cId1OmNaiqqxLZvE3Gu8Xl43ry03C_jVYxA1AKlTjq7OUDFsrry8U07cG0M/s1600/3.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Although I loved the freedom of being in a completely different city all by myself, I constantly longed to be home again for the holidays. The days leading up to my departure were pure torture in my eyes just knowing that I'd soon be home, but I was still so far away. It's comforting to be in my old bed, in my old room, and to see all of my old friends again. But the one true thing that I despised about coming back was all of the packing. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Winter in Canada is harsh, if not harsher in Ottawa. The weather is not only cold, but extremely dry as well. In preparation for the torrid conditions, I tried my best to pack the warmest of the warm sweaters that I could find. Which would also entail lots of layering so that the looser knits wouldn't let in the draft. Sweaters, however, mean bulk. And bulk leads to wasted space in my luggage. Two weeks worth of clothes means that I'm in need of some smart packing. So I took on the challenge (obviously I'll need some space to bring back the Christmas goodies) and brought home enough pieces to layer differently, without taking up too much space. How do you pack for colder climates?</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMp50zGiYJnqMRaHDdrgDZPOJvKjFqLh_pzBtGL07DOeWLa2VGfCqS6CtqYbFsoXoJ2AGhW1_p0ONCuZw_RziJhLB_ZKG-SXb3Hgtm15qzV2_TrbrtXYBZIWLQjfMY6iyBRHsAxDJk7Q/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMp50zGiYJnqMRaHDdrgDZPOJvKjFqLh_pzBtGL07DOeWLa2VGfCqS6CtqYbFsoXoJ2AGhW1_p0ONCuZw_RziJhLB_ZKG-SXb3Hgtm15qzV2_TrbrtXYBZIWLQjfMY6iyBRHsAxDJk7Q/s1600/6.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_BVxdtc-PR3GwyO7TK3VDuo6b8H2JCM-vYf4LR6mqsbUJhnNBTkqWQeN16TABM2fJkVvBO4mQAvIPf4gJJPgjVrm1XwhkhfXC_5fKyE5ncx_aKJ9ErNWWnV81XOMgUbU41C2ly2FJIc/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_BVxdtc-PR3GwyO7TK3VDuo6b8H2JCM-vYf4LR6mqsbUJhnNBTkqWQeN16TABM2fJkVvBO4mQAvIPf4gJJPgjVrm1XwhkhfXC_5fKyE5ncx_aKJ9ErNWWnV81XOMgUbU41C2ly2FJIc/s1600/5.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIB_kG3mvF_xDe-o2XBU-qP0VevOerHhy-scR-dFDaErcqvGdWFfKuJ4YbtbI0Ium7uFOE1bFKSjRQyeV8KvZXpg3v94XsB-wxCAM0PnoanqE5ymYxFiY7JhdqPw9tipupgEkVBD8DazA/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIB_kG3mvF_xDe-o2XBU-qP0VevOerHhy-scR-dFDaErcqvGdWFfKuJ4YbtbI0Ium7uFOE1bFKSjRQyeV8KvZXpg3v94XsB-wxCAM0PnoanqE5ymYxFiY7JhdqPw9tipupgEkVBD8DazA/s1600/1.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2iBAZWpeGcztNfydFOulXDzF3Haj-10c0BC4LX_cBOyTdt5ZSZ5AHzmDSs9nZrGjMsPy4stGnFzS33loHi2833Z_hceE8f07IevdHn_y91DPnDbYbuL-MOOAuo1j1CfNNg-vbhZ0P60/s1600/7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2iBAZWpeGcztNfydFOulXDzF3Haj-10c0BC4LX_cBOyTdt5ZSZ5AHzmDSs9nZrGjMsPy4stGnFzS33loHi2833Z_hceE8f07IevdHn_y91DPnDbYbuL-MOOAuo1j1CfNNg-vbhZ0P60/s1600/7.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivMFagb2SiibLX2w97QuY5TGsMlLR3uCp_mn-F7oXxuTDFGwUyunOh567fnvQJqBHoOqZuVpmTd7UFiqbSnCUeFhlh0nhD2EE3qSrk_mWRuWtVzZl2baknViBW3vGDYKIbTLTkWSjG9bk/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivMFagb2SiibLX2w97QuY5TGsMlLR3uCp_mn-F7oXxuTDFGwUyunOh567fnvQJqBHoOqZuVpmTd7UFiqbSnCUeFhlh0nhD2EE3qSrk_mWRuWtVzZl2baknViBW3vGDYKIbTLTkWSjG9bk/s1600/4.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI9m_1g_5i3rT-k-clyy1rVjRZY8_mUaDq_LpxWQ-7gV4L066SOsjYacQu9HkLB9fXxOCp-uOh0QOQJJZaJ1V3iqX6H_2Gz3E4EOtr7rsG4hWFhEI3Zeo2lLgiu1QQNdlw2Q2YEf9_DRY/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Collared Sweats" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI9m_1g_5i3rT-k-clyy1rVjRZY8_mUaDq_LpxWQ-7gV4L066SOsjYacQu9HkLB9fXxOCp-uOh0QOQJJZaJ1V3iqX6H_2Gz3E4EOtr7rsG4hWFhEI3Zeo2lLgiu1QQNdlw2Q2YEf9_DRY/s1600/2.jpg" title="Collared Sweats" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Shirt - <a href="http://aritzia.com/en/product/marshall-shirt/41195.html?dwvar_41195_color=8696" target="_blank">Aritzia</a> | Sweater - H&M | Pants - <a href="https://www.shopbop.com/915-jean-leggings-j-brand/vp/v=1/845524441912655.htm" target="_blank">J Brand</a> | Boots - Zipia</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-49546542998963922002014-12-26T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-26T07:30:02.119-05:00Prairie Girl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRncNnuQTf48jDNQ8Pxi7nKa0_0LS0_ZHohMSJuyrnzHgCoGNP5eYFOrwtL5qvK0wEi9zVMbtQbkAxsrGxIpvPZpt7RE12a2FVsuj-Y90_lWVVPWXiIs2QXTkCzH1i8iWtz6F2mttBM-s/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prairie Girl" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRncNnuQTf48jDNQ8Pxi7nKa0_0LS0_ZHohMSJuyrnzHgCoGNP5eYFOrwtL5qvK0wEi9zVMbtQbkAxsrGxIpvPZpt7RE12a2FVsuj-Y90_lWVVPWXiIs2QXTkCzH1i8iWtz6F2mttBM-s/s1600/5.jpg" title="Prairie Girl" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I've always felt that midi skirts are so feminine and ultimately I'd love to pair one up with a bralette. Unfortunately for me, when I've finally found one that I like, it seems that the weather is against my plans. Instead, I chose to layer my favorite turtleneck sweater over top of the skirt and finish it off with a pair of heeled booties to add some height back into my silhouette. Because the skirt is so full, I wanted to elongate my legs so that my height doesn't get lost beneath the layers of fabric.<br />
<br />
I decided on a muted pastel palette and surprisingly I think that this is the first time in a few months that I haven't worn a single black piece in my outfit. Oddly enough I felt very comfortable using some color and will definitely go back to it again and again.<br />
<br />
The fullness of this skirt reminded me a lot of the costumes from Little House on the Prairie, hopefully everyone understood that reference, or am I dating myself here? I love how much movement the skirt gives to the outfit and I had a lot of fun trying out different poses for the photos. It was also surprisingly warm in terms of a skirt in the winter time. This was most likely because of the volumes of fabric insulation all of the body heat underneath and keeping me cozy while outside in the chilly air.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIUaXmUDdwUh9nfttSpIIKGaG0J4dBIrMQTaQ4Ok_9xRTCAYXlkrg-nNOliFATp5n84TiXUalM2SyLL749BN6rF0B7mb4nX_TEWH-7ZnXzIVMFCBSSOSfRi18hKbrvCG_vWWGaQ4ndI-U/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prairie Girl" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIUaXmUDdwUh9nfttSpIIKGaG0J4dBIrMQTaQ4Ok_9xRTCAYXlkrg-nNOliFATp5n84TiXUalM2SyLL749BN6rF0B7mb4nX_TEWH-7ZnXzIVMFCBSSOSfRi18hKbrvCG_vWWGaQ4ndI-U/s1600/6.jpg" title="Prairie Girl" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Mm0i1TT6YngtHOWm022K0Twagi5ZdqMd9PF5licBqRmErdzapmu4s8v0EnwboLoGU4rgCPudVB2l-vnH_wso009K1ItBtgZWSYvx0D2JNyMvRkUBHEAOV6QBNB1P3J3r009419sFouE/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prairie Girl" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Mm0i1TT6YngtHOWm022K0Twagi5ZdqMd9PF5licBqRmErdzapmu4s8v0EnwboLoGU4rgCPudVB2l-vnH_wso009K1ItBtgZWSYvx0D2JNyMvRkUBHEAOV6QBNB1P3J3r009419sFouE/s1600/4.jpg" title="Prairie Girl" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNfXCkGDNJh9TI8fTIe43_Vwtmap6ea95hvIHHCpYjhM9jwUT-ij9kUqOPOAgt9MTqqia6dqTElMVb0c24IgiQhWcAEteB2WgeWV8nahXIl-GZ1lwmkybS8E9dobR2-V2eyhr-P52j2lE/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prairie Girl" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNfXCkGDNJh9TI8fTIe43_Vwtmap6ea95hvIHHCpYjhM9jwUT-ij9kUqOPOAgt9MTqqia6dqTElMVb0c24IgiQhWcAEteB2WgeWV8nahXIl-GZ1lwmkybS8E9dobR2-V2eyhr-P52j2lE/s1600/1.jpg" title="Prairie Girl" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggoApMgAS6efr02e9L0_KVLL2dwv3RF-bpfbn0jsIwZmKPdTlG-h4va0MkfPvrxW2yY71zkfyNcN1-vC7ZscCqEr35ExvvFvoe4KzIaWQOYe2yXmMFj3X1rxpKp1sDmsAxFQMkPv4CXhU/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prairie Girl" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggoApMgAS6efr02e9L0_KVLL2dwv3RF-bpfbn0jsIwZmKPdTlG-h4va0MkfPvrxW2yY71zkfyNcN1-vC7ZscCqEr35ExvvFvoe4KzIaWQOYe2yXmMFj3X1rxpKp1sDmsAxFQMkPv4CXhU/s1600/2.jpg" title="Prairie Girl" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Sweater - <a href="http://www.garageclothing.com/us/turtle-neck-slouchy-sweater/p/100003740" target="_blank">Garage</a> | Skirt - <a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/product/75366?article=75366-B" target="_blank">H&M</a> | Boots - Zara</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-91627764430504957582014-12-25T17:25:00.001-05:002014-12-25T17:25:22.226-05:00A Special Christmas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWBXMCC28lgDwBEIfxbNVBFnmCSqZCQsy8-ENI1X8f3rkOOqrj6HNpLQoy_-FZO1psE9Iuoty383or-KM3eBjR2psq0LUGqKHP3olSEjwvuLf_VEWBa_iIEX8QQi46WjdhxZYA4q7Ypvs/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWBXMCC28lgDwBEIfxbNVBFnmCSqZCQsy8-ENI1X8f3rkOOqrj6HNpLQoy_-FZO1psE9Iuoty383or-KM3eBjR2psq0LUGqKHP3olSEjwvuLf_VEWBa_iIEX8QQi46WjdhxZYA4q7Ypvs/s1600/3.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
If you know my locations well, then you'll have recognized that this doesn't look like my normal shots. Yes you're right, I've changed locations for the holidays! This holiday holds a dear part of my heart since I've grown up celebrating it with my family. I'm back in Ottawa for the next two weeks in order to spend both Christmas and New Years with my loved ones. That doesn't mean no posts, but rather a change of scenery. And wouldn't it be nice to have change every once in awhile? I sure think so!<br />
<br />
I just wanted to wish all of my readers and followers out there a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and nod to every other holiday you maybe celebrating at this time of the year. I hope that everybody has fun, stays safe and I'll see you all in the New Year! Cheers!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKUEKWyBsX24-fKAYhqC3wlXf3HEWOcOIYj6gdAXnTq7tzQPjyQTLcnvz9d9x5XnvL5nFscg64D2pBgzgpWrlQhp5PuNNgacsKi_DtUQTxo-tvCgdjm1gURrbktIBHgmpaxHE4raHbH4M/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKUEKWyBsX24-fKAYhqC3wlXf3HEWOcOIYj6gdAXnTq7tzQPjyQTLcnvz9d9x5XnvL5nFscg64D2pBgzgpWrlQhp5PuNNgacsKi_DtUQTxo-tvCgdjm1gURrbktIBHgmpaxHE4raHbH4M/s1600/6.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihG_N1otEzJTMW2LkG6v19LckjZNTwUnG5s-EeJUkZGe3Z1JMJPr9YCtW5FqSwkYrg-R4fnaLVSyLF72g-fSXR18V1-fDrg8b8mBFajRcLtRZjdBe32vPtl2s_LJMyEDWdDdrTAcSBg7U/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihG_N1otEzJTMW2LkG6v19LckjZNTwUnG5s-EeJUkZGe3Z1JMJPr9YCtW5FqSwkYrg-R4fnaLVSyLF72g-fSXR18V1-fDrg8b8mBFajRcLtRZjdBe32vPtl2s_LJMyEDWdDdrTAcSBg7U/s1600/2.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErF4IjBdBugAOlPfXCQp-yWX8R-A8bGWo66JNw3dyK7ytL9jrT4qtEppvu9CgvdcVtJgZxzvm1ZEhy9JP4jOKBlY4XA9QEiVi7YViqEzFrRLSpyff7ES0SUbieO0mmHpNemXbBjFYbiE/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErF4IjBdBugAOlPfXCQp-yWX8R-A8bGWo66JNw3dyK7ytL9jrT4qtEppvu9CgvdcVtJgZxzvm1ZEhy9JP4jOKBlY4XA9QEiVi7YViqEzFrRLSpyff7ES0SUbieO0mmHpNemXbBjFYbiE/s1600/5.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEl4kLABAJuq6U530dZotO2NtcPUhlgvpqFPa9FzffdzAx7LC0GkFKnH2DeQ0g7NmHscjLvzL0NmSKpwamPXjHZRFUBPsiPrbeELM_WT3_hkDeRHdWrNhJMpKu9Luy3JPk_3BaKuQqT1Y/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEl4kLABAJuq6U530dZotO2NtcPUhlgvpqFPa9FzffdzAx7LC0GkFKnH2DeQ0g7NmHscjLvzL0NmSKpwamPXjHZRFUBPsiPrbeELM_WT3_hkDeRHdWrNhJMpKu9Luy3JPk_3BaKuQqT1Y/s1600/1.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRg0SBH2taO3NkfxApgr8KD4zkwQjSvKs7RVzfaDR_11SyrnTfEBVah2gHnxvgSn7GdPIVJQtRa7qmVoCiRGrkgGoV-mbmtOhcguv8ga5JfACqSoO5lOPJnNJcPV8UszYQ82TLZMOiSMk/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Special Christmas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRg0SBH2taO3NkfxApgr8KD4zkwQjSvKs7RVzfaDR_11SyrnTfEBVah2gHnxvgSn7GdPIVJQtRa7qmVoCiRGrkgGoV-mbmtOhcguv8ga5JfACqSoO5lOPJnNJcPV8UszYQ82TLZMOiSMk/s1600/4.jpg" title="A Special Christmas" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - H&M | Shorts - <a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/85841?article=85841-A" target="_blank">H&M</a> | Tights - Hudson's Bay | Boots - Zipia</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-3368526079503058822014-12-24T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-24T07:30:01.414-05:00A Canadian Toque<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz-fGARJOVKjWVQiXzQfYMf5Zb0DZ5lKU0SuvfLX-WQaU5XW_PG6n-71qpPV7bU5cD8QfzlzXCKk3rb9Xf2c8WMyzpHkIt3AmFh5lbdLpqGTES2_rRgAQiyDqFhHPgZSO3hPPGvq7ym90/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz-fGARJOVKjWVQiXzQfYMf5Zb0DZ5lKU0SuvfLX-WQaU5XW_PG6n-71qpPV7bU5cD8QfzlzXCKk3rb9Xf2c8WMyzpHkIt3AmFh5lbdLpqGTES2_rRgAQiyDqFhHPgZSO3hPPGvq7ym90/s1600/6.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
It's going to be a white Christmas! Last year at this time we hadn't even had our first snow fall yet. I'm overjoyed to know that there is some white on the ground, but the fact that it's there also means that it's cold out. In the past I've resorted to keeping my head, neck and ears warm with my hair. Don't laugh, all you girls out there who've tied your hair up in the winter know exactly what I'm talking about. This year I decided to give keeping warm a go by using some of the hats that I own, but have never really put to use. In Canada we don't call them beanies, we call them toques. That's actually a common misconception since I've never called a knitted hat a toque in my life and I'm Canadian born and raised. So a beanie it is!<br />
<br />
I'm absolutely in love with this burgundy mixed knit beanie that has an assortment of multi-colored threads going through it. The different colors gives the beanie a sort of multi-dimensional look which I appreciate besides it being just one color overall. The faux-fur pom on top is also removable, so on days that I just want a beanie with no topping, I can pop it off and away I go.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLQA63DdL-ZqQHrzflhA-wfXbkI2c4QQotram-Pv23QPQeu89a6LdgistYDgGqF2FN4QlC6tcdQEftD0LBVW0OggZlTjau7s0pNDRBi5_Q45qhFL5wWgginY8N781IX7Ig_-Y37vhlcgk/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLQA63DdL-ZqQHrzflhA-wfXbkI2c4QQotram-Pv23QPQeu89a6LdgistYDgGqF2FN4QlC6tcdQEftD0LBVW0OggZlTjau7s0pNDRBi5_Q45qhFL5wWgginY8N781IX7Ig_-Y37vhlcgk/s1600/1.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Zt_HB73AHXW0J2ePY2k9dvz1NO9EQlThOzj2FsDkbNmq8OGWdKFJ2_6g5r3JfMYTUhCv5uoNUIJiy9vAExbeoknHcAe2J6vL46Z5UFwI3Vbz11LQ1tMvYVVVs8x69f52knMN92aR6Ns/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Zt_HB73AHXW0J2ePY2k9dvz1NO9EQlThOzj2FsDkbNmq8OGWdKFJ2_6g5r3JfMYTUhCv5uoNUIJiy9vAExbeoknHcAe2J6vL46Z5UFwI3Vbz11LQ1tMvYVVVs8x69f52knMN92aR6Ns/s1600/5.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4moYI0vb9Nz0_6Ncpsgbgf4F18jgCBQOMh8GQHIINZ7QDq441uspcUl8-9WMCY1jkNXfsZ9wdv9r2mx28g1gdDEUSKsJ_4mh2zMLr7CsJWNChWrdcRt_223DOmANI8DwOFPXOQTyDPb8/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4moYI0vb9Nz0_6Ncpsgbgf4F18jgCBQOMh8GQHIINZ7QDq441uspcUl8-9WMCY1jkNXfsZ9wdv9r2mx28g1gdDEUSKsJ_4mh2zMLr7CsJWNChWrdcRt_223DOmANI8DwOFPXOQTyDPb8/s1600/4.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGVEN9giM6LKDIVPdwZ48eoLBVo1FXIAdWl3qDhL6tGYyW6ZiyAYzZ3EPIuXrmYPjk4BVTmBxN4TVYTuxx6_4mPy1UYFtWFkzXKTi-b4zqenB8iHk3OwltwDu0uu3rAeXZlcrjamWLPqI/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGVEN9giM6LKDIVPdwZ48eoLBVo1FXIAdWl3qDhL6tGYyW6ZiyAYzZ3EPIuXrmYPjk4BVTmBxN4TVYTuxx6_4mPy1UYFtWFkzXKTi-b4zqenB8iHk3OwltwDu0uu3rAeXZlcrjamWLPqI/s1600/3.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhguXnQMbC7tSY4pd2h5DQJkfZ-1P47bZnF7yBdBgThR49xUn8gS-Qb7z0HXoLK3tfhe33pmYHkc9dCc4WcdxGeXE-KsF3z00HSng8QUQBIeUHhqD0n0vMDsfMxt3tGk2TytUq-gui8gDU/s1600/7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhguXnQMbC7tSY4pd2h5DQJkfZ-1P47bZnF7yBdBgThR49xUn8gS-Qb7z0HXoLK3tfhe33pmYHkc9dCc4WcdxGeXE-KsF3z00HSng8QUQBIeUHhqD0n0vMDsfMxt3tGk2TytUq-gui8gDU/s1600/7.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghM4gVAo61juqZ0x74ZecC1d-8JlH1EHLFbcAXO6Onc95H3bNNp6SWWQuHRtV-IMTTeNESxPtRTo0bQXU9IglhHX16iHs1jghGmn0JU1U5hL0zXeDmeRdwRw6a7fEqMS4MQ2Zt5OTWPPo/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Canadian Toque" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghM4gVAo61juqZ0x74ZecC1d-8JlH1EHLFbcAXO6Onc95H3bNNp6SWWQuHRtV-IMTTeNESxPtRTo0bQXU9IglhHX16iHs1jghGmn0JU1U5hL0zXeDmeRdwRw6a7fEqMS4MQ2Zt5OTWPPo/s1600/2.jpg" title="A Canadian Toque" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
T-Shirt - c/o WMCFW15 | Vest - Dynamite | Pants - H&M | Shoes - <a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/39255?article=39255-A" target="_blank">H&M</a> | Toque - Zipia</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-37036174729703111152014-12-23T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-23T07:30:01.238-05:00Winter Whites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbe8qmLmMXEmAM0QntXoRGbJdezyQPfZ85nby615df8j6ZexWF9CUFw0cCWUyR3ImGywpqhx8aj3dFAmg_ehTD6gdDn_OpW8WLgz6vTVJaDlHFtWn2LCTP_tReWQ2xsrKAGT2SCMIIa-k/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Winter Whites" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbe8qmLmMXEmAM0QntXoRGbJdezyQPfZ85nby615df8j6ZexWF9CUFw0cCWUyR3ImGywpqhx8aj3dFAmg_ehTD6gdDn_OpW8WLgz6vTVJaDlHFtWn2LCTP_tReWQ2xsrKAGT2SCMIIa-k/s1600/4.jpg" title="Winter Whites" /></a></div>
<br />
Everytime I wear something white, I always manage to cause a spill that stains it. Always. It's by far the color that I avoid the most since it's the easiest to damage. However, come winter time, it becomes one of the colors that I reach for the most. It reflects beautifully off of the snow on the ground and creates a warm glow on whoever wears it. This silk crepe, moto blazer has recently made it's way into my many of my outfits since it fits in with my neutral scheme and it layers well for warmth.<br />
<br />
Even better is the fact that I can take it off while eating so as to avoid any food splatters. This definitely calls for a win-win situation and pushes the blazer into the forefront of my closet.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbQYJmKVIfmBpBGQMpo7XLHGC1Mk2J6V1qqignC7mkv7KchvOeFMM_Ln5gtGPNcOpDugJemH8bNOorWG93WcJ8uN7qmNGKsUKVZpmnJCZFbWRvw_DdJm_WHNHUoj6gmecIVFHyYbENp-Q/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Winter Whites" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbQYJmKVIfmBpBGQMpo7XLHGC1Mk2J6V1qqignC7mkv7KchvOeFMM_Ln5gtGPNcOpDugJemH8bNOorWG93WcJ8uN7qmNGKsUKVZpmnJCZFbWRvw_DdJm_WHNHUoj6gmecIVFHyYbENp-Q/s1600/3.jpg" title="Winter Whites" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPEZpCs5wHf_XVMqnjww8BMAHA1zAjMAZ3yGTSRUiByIKQ6U_5DN-yu6_o4snGboWsdjY8wm0mVT6rpLFLeFDvF_TWqX3K8DEcjI6IYJUk_3s5DU5Qt5yv_0IjTgrVOX_H6jDqlSjdpYU/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Winter Whites" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPEZpCs5wHf_XVMqnjww8BMAHA1zAjMAZ3yGTSRUiByIKQ6U_5DN-yu6_o4snGboWsdjY8wm0mVT6rpLFLeFDvF_TWqX3K8DEcjI6IYJUk_3s5DU5Qt5yv_0IjTgrVOX_H6jDqlSjdpYU/s1600/1.jpg" title="Winter Whites" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj57xEMo32Yxfw4EF8nOirD3mzZ4yvfpMuNWLS9Ouzmjdkg0ZNAJHr_enrGw8fr21iyWNOs8YLNSVN3kd5zi-F15Blv6-a9i0g39vx3t-to70pkr8xckkdvsbiQ0LZoDgHILSkX-bNH19w/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Winter Whites" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj57xEMo32Yxfw4EF8nOirD3mzZ4yvfpMuNWLS9Ouzmjdkg0ZNAJHr_enrGw8fr21iyWNOs8YLNSVN3kd5zi-F15Blv6-a9i0g39vx3t-to70pkr8xckkdvsbiQ0LZoDgHILSkX-bNH19w/s1600/2.jpg" title="Winter Whites" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - Zipia | Blazer - <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9fOMBY-W1zD8QZJ-3wgXBBb6QcboIfvA_J1IwsPpqwq09Q1VWqq8jNLRZWCiDZsQnYlTpWMV7EzWW_TVVKwTKBdnFFaWO156xGromHb-2zVTbtMlB8_k1TZflHVt0i4EktWL_y5h-n_o/s1600/4.jpg" target="_blank">Dynamite</a> | Pants - H&M | Boots - Zipia</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-32667408308905117442014-12-22T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-22T07:30:00.879-05:00Lids<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkDy4UOGevEjDNWPb8SqywDd5Qf0vMJGJMZxNRSl0bgKaD4pMhNRmy6TcNXv5ETEnocVWFPtNMbdBLBf-SSn7JBNPg6F22Nrze9qJkSVknCBpA3xrlZWNUUl-BoF672w9d7ehuN6FcQ50/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lids" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkDy4UOGevEjDNWPb8SqywDd5Qf0vMJGJMZxNRSl0bgKaD4pMhNRmy6TcNXv5ETEnocVWFPtNMbdBLBf-SSn7JBNPg6F22Nrze9qJkSVknCBpA3xrlZWNUUl-BoF672w9d7ehuN6FcQ50/s1600/3.jpg" title="Lids" /></a></div>
<br />
I picked up this Yankee's cap in NYC this past summer while on a trip with a friend. I'm not a fan of hats, but I do have to admit that they are fantastic for bad hair days. I try not to wash my hair everyday since that causes it to dry out quickly. So on days in between washes I've been toying with the idea of hats as an accessory as opposed to just a method of keeping my head warm. I prefer not to tie my hair up in the winter in between washes since it makes my ears cold. So headgear has been a go to for me for the past couple of weeks.<br />
<br />
On chilly days I like to dress comfortable and the easiest way to do it is through a sporty chic style. A la Wang, I chose the T-shirt dress that I grabbed from his collaboration with H&M and layered a peacoat on top to put some femininity back into the outfit. I decided that I'd been wearing my <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Isla booties</a> too much this past month so I swapped them out for these lace-up combat heels instead.<br />
<br />
All said and done, I loved how comfortable yet warm this entire look was. Will it become a repeat? Definitely once the temperature becomes a little bit warmer.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBeYxf23JLLXNKKKD8MoGPc4SQSOsZQ2Tv0s0lUH2fCneQElvineqJJzDQAZwOjMmBg3GJvIVUujUfIPvyjIpt0K368AkMrYfR5wwIPZQnXe57zxdXgeTMRBAk5EETpk33Ou0Txt7BeQ/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lids" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBeYxf23JLLXNKKKD8MoGPc4SQSOsZQ2Tv0s0lUH2fCneQElvineqJJzDQAZwOjMmBg3GJvIVUujUfIPvyjIpt0K368AkMrYfR5wwIPZQnXe57zxdXgeTMRBAk5EETpk33Ou0Txt7BeQ/s1600/2.jpg" title="Lids" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpsqpGs36jMDNYx-dHcelB54TjXTQIG0KiLcrJAXC0GCDwReggVhwWNxr6YSm3B0t5474FEfpc-OMhg77zQ_YKafKxkuDEtShDknurI2GsQsR2VLf8VQI-vy1zfBh2ErEZgVoW6N5FeM/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lids" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpsqpGs36jMDNYx-dHcelB54TjXTQIG0KiLcrJAXC0GCDwReggVhwWNxr6YSm3B0t5474FEfpc-OMhg77zQ_YKafKxkuDEtShDknurI2GsQsR2VLf8VQI-vy1zfBh2ErEZgVoW6N5FeM/s1600/1.jpg" title="Lids" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM4yE6aw_zgUedAGu8Uqo8O2XAPtwuWPQzARfropHYWc2xcbst7Mchl2bKuyMqnZqSr9oHk0FVH1EKx_TF4Op0lVwYLH8W52GUFLGq2kxAts0oj4i4K_CmZz7MPVSXAYfVAZC1BUNnQuY/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lids" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM4yE6aw_zgUedAGu8Uqo8O2XAPtwuWPQzARfropHYWc2xcbst7Mchl2bKuyMqnZqSr9oHk0FVH1EKx_TF4Op0lVwYLH8W52GUFLGq2kxAts0oj4i4K_CmZz7MPVSXAYfVAZC1BUNnQuY/s1600/4.jpg" title="Lids" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - <a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/product/43604?article=43604-A#campaign=3VB_RR_Designer_A_Wang_v1&campaignType=Transactional_Planned" target="_blank">Alexander Wang X H&M</a> | Leggings - <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=25012584&parentid=SEARCH+RESULTS#/" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a> | Jacket - <a href="https://aritzia.com/en/product/cocoon-wool-coat/48560007.html" target="_blank">Aritzia</a> | Hat - Century21 | Boot - Zipia</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-52400370380384313392014-12-21T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-21T07:30:01.355-05:00Another Day of Blanket Scarves<div style="text-align: left;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBYrQyKWn2ShxudyEwGMFOc_DogLVqFcnQ3I_S2orVHM6Vb0LQfU1v-8JJSGpZw8QAv-Obq-NCUNAKNQbJMb3l3tclM-NmwyERo78Wf1sCExbsbWRQh1T_hjGl9kimSRtdll0ZOUsOOk0/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img alt="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBYrQyKWn2ShxudyEwGMFOc_DogLVqFcnQ3I_S2orVHM6Vb0LQfU1v-8JJSGpZw8QAv-Obq-NCUNAKNQbJMb3l3tclM-NmwyERo78Wf1sCExbsbWRQh1T_hjGl9kimSRtdll0ZOUsOOk0/s1600/1.jpg" title="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
There are days where all that I want to do is to snuggle up in a corner and sleep for the whole day, but who am I kidding, life doesn't allow that. Even on weekends I have to get up, clean, blog and do socially acceptable things such as spending time with friends. I've come to a conclusion that the only way I could ever enjoy that feeling would be to simulate it. Through what you ask? Through blanket scarves. You don't know how many times I've wrapped this scarf around myself and just sucuumbed to the warmth of it. It's like a warm frying pan melting you, who is a stick of butter, into a puddle. Yes, I went there. So on days that I don't want to roll out of bed, I bring the bed with me wherever I go.</div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZXyFznpmHXSi7Bw575Dbb0GXYOl5xve2yV6L9q6L8eyt6d7lhcshHW0jV2p01c7PafX63FIrbXjDVn85_xj-x58ux_sedl1ANY_NFpnk9YtSSazYOBzs1lCJnRVNGX9PgE4oACXTafo/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZXyFznpmHXSi7Bw575Dbb0GXYOl5xve2yV6L9q6L8eyt6d7lhcshHW0jV2p01c7PafX63FIrbXjDVn85_xj-x58ux_sedl1ANY_NFpnk9YtSSazYOBzs1lCJnRVNGX9PgE4oACXTafo/s1600/5.jpg" title="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKt47kWMVaP7B136YUOxeOZ0spB6rsxfjqPknDvjqdUwnvtFgD88NX30urB26sa_P832l3ITHfg9l2SXYlm9-l3M0A9lmz3wBeNAMNhy-7zVTrpmscw3MpyjGjG4L9JRiDjGnX5v4oUsU/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKt47kWMVaP7B136YUOxeOZ0spB6rsxfjqPknDvjqdUwnvtFgD88NX30urB26sa_P832l3ITHfg9l2SXYlm9-l3M0A9lmz3wBeNAMNhy-7zVTrpmscw3MpyjGjG4L9JRiDjGnX5v4oUsU/s1600/2.jpg" title="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP_BCr5UMrPDNxjkSyDRs8Sg7o_JwMjyzxkj-UX5snaM0H2W7VZhYRhyphenhyphenAQJUJ02Pvy96OBZ2hZtmgvSw4uHQ4hBIgCKkdhdU4h6m1Gf_yyD5lKUISFS4ansfIIzyctZ7oEOPLdI_VSfy4/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP_BCr5UMrPDNxjkSyDRs8Sg7o_JwMjyzxkj-UX5snaM0H2W7VZhYRhyphenhyphenAQJUJ02Pvy96OBZ2hZtmgvSw4uHQ4hBIgCKkdhdU4h6m1Gf_yyD5lKUISFS4ansfIIzyctZ7oEOPLdI_VSfy4/s1600/4.jpg" title="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqNPs0XAL5ORrpyl5Caw8lzs-DEJtDnoxrhAwRJA1udLqW9R77CswfyIhwEojlz4y-UBXYzhs9nXvOB7EDjaCOV01e4JKbOgLSsmwz05JqXaq0urWeTc_OPfFEKmBcvLWVfQAqj4D52Ic/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqNPs0XAL5ORrpyl5Caw8lzs-DEJtDnoxrhAwRJA1udLqW9R77CswfyIhwEojlz4y-UBXYzhs9nXvOB7EDjaCOV01e4JKbOgLSsmwz05JqXaq0urWeTc_OPfFEKmBcvLWVfQAqj4D52Ic/s1600/3.jpg" title="Another Day of Blanket Scarves" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Sweater - H&M | Scarf - <a href="http://aritzia.com/en/product/diamond-mosaic-blanket/42512.html?dwvar_42512_color=9835#start=1" target="_blank">Aritzia</a> | Jeans - <a href="http://www.garageclothing.com/us/dark-destroyed-boyfriend-jegging/p/74-6614-255" target="_blank">Garage</a> | Boots - <a href="http://www.solestruck.com/miista-ivy-wild-rose-black/index.html" target="_blank">Miista</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-46631577068988557112014-12-20T22:36:00.001-05:002014-12-20T22:36:32.864-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $500+As we come upon the last day of the Gift Guide, it marks 4 days left before Christmas. I'm hoping that almost everyone has at least started on their gift hunting by now, if not, hurry up! Christmas is just around the corner!<br />
<br />
The last and final installment for this series is always a tough one for me since $500+ is not within my personal budget to get anyone as a gift. However, I know that some of my readers out there enjoy a good splurge every once and awhile and what better time than Christmas than to go all out?<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvzLAfnOyFh3OLAeBwEwpyzF6Z10axcYG7bWa08VKZlgqXCtRL52qMsXvanKUrY3Xah3-UbomRgpfcHdXu0w0KZ879AaOAq2iyG-o8ZHrSnuHpnPq05-L3pHHSjQLip29xiP8jP7vvJ6A/s1600/1.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: $500+" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvzLAfnOyFh3OLAeBwEwpyzF6Z10axcYG7bWa08VKZlgqXCtRL52qMsXvanKUrY3Xah3-UbomRgpfcHdXu0w0KZ879AaOAq2iyG-o8ZHrSnuHpnPq05-L3pHHSjQLip29xiP8jP7vvJ6A/s1600/1.png" title="Holiday Gift Guide: $500+" /></a></div>
<ol>
<li><a href="http://en.nikon.ca/Nikon-Products/Product/Camera-Lenses/NIKKOR-50mm-f%252F1.2.html" target="_blank"><b>NIKKOR 50mm f/1.2</b></a> (Nikon) | $799.95<br />This is for the photographer that you're shopping for. Most have access to a 50mm f/1.8 lens since it's relatively inexpensive. But for a beautifully bokeh'd photo, a f/1.2 is always a dream to own!</li>
<li><a href="http://store.apple.com/ca/buy-iphone/iphone6" target="_blank"><b>iPhone 6 Plus</b></a> (Apple) | $859.00<br />If you're jonesing for a larger screen, then you might as well go all out and get the Plus model of the new iPhone 6. Personally I love the gold case against the white piping, but the person you're shopping for may not, so make sure you know what their preferences are!</li>
<li><a href="https://www.ssense.com/women/product/alexander_wang/black-leather-lizard-embossed-anouk-boots/111824" target="_blank"><b>Alexander Wang Black Leather Lizard Embossed Anouk Boots</b></a> (SSENSE) | $632.00<br />If the person you're shopping for likes making a statement, grab them a pair of the Anouk Boots from Alexander Wang. A peek of hardware at the heel is always the perfect amount to grab the attention of others.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.coordinatescollection.com/bracelets/pop-bracelet" target="_blank"><b>Pop Bracelet</b></a> (Coordinates) | $3, 880.00<br />I love the coordinates collections since you can engrave any place on Earth onto it. This beautiful solid 14K gold piece is embelished with sterling silver that pops open at diamond studded hinges.</li>
<li><a href="http://canada-en.hermes.com/woman/belts/belt-kits/32-mm-1/beltkit-32-women-61094.html" target="_blank"><b>32mm Belt Kit</b></a> (Hermes) | $880.00<br />The iconic H belt from Hermes is both simple and classy. It elevates even the most simple outfits and is perfect for going to work or out with friends.</li>
</ol>
Best of luck to anybody and everybody out there who is still doing their Christmas shopping! Make sure to share what you've picked up, but only after your gifts have all been opened. We don't want any spoilers on here!Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-43885578876809849002014-12-20T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-20T07:30:00.039-05:00Fluoro Yellow<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4oPrrs75ohu6KbSLGZHWyMa9_JwLm8GLfLbYgepCqJV4KdqNA7HqHegbyjQpw2b6eeN-zJTpYNV-JbEOr2T6hPd8viOz4MHNMf1s-fL2Mtc_-ylqo5pxTRmXKdhJ9uOihN31xi5ecTak/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fluoro Yellow" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4oPrrs75ohu6KbSLGZHWyMa9_JwLm8GLfLbYgepCqJV4KdqNA7HqHegbyjQpw2b6eeN-zJTpYNV-JbEOr2T6hPd8viOz4MHNMf1s-fL2Mtc_-ylqo5pxTRmXKdhJ9uOihN31xi5ecTak/s1600/3.jpg" title="Fluoro Yellow" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
As much as I try to incorporate color into my wardrobe, I often end up purchasing pieces in neutrals because they're "safe". I convince myself that I'll get much more wear out of pieces that are similar in color (which is very true), but in the end I always feel like my wardrobe looks so, well, blah. In my quest to inject color into my life, I picked up this blazer from Zara over the summer during their semi-annual sale since I'd had my eye on it for so long. I usually refrain from purchasing pieces that I'm unsure of whether or not they'd fit into my wardrobe, but since this blazer kept making its way into my thoughts for a couple of months, I justified that it had won a place in my closet.<br />
<br />
Since it's purchase, I've actually only worn it a surprisingly total of two times. Yes two. Does it still deserve that pedestal spot in my closet? It's becoming harder and harder for me to say yes now. Which pushes me farther into the direction of "let's just stick to neutrals since you can always wear them with anything". And then I fall back into that cycle of only wearing neutrals. One of my NYE resolutions this year is to keep taking this blazer out and to wear it at least once a month. Hopefully I can slowly reintroduce color back into my life and become inspired by the variety of colors that the rainbow has to offer!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfqWTMecKcV56UYU1uST8PhzrSLWtkcil8z5ze0a4hpjr8kSDcjeFA-bKSVAHvrwxRabVI7h28iePsJvUFKditlxla-4wisHL1vg9i5Fu9BRgPlC44iA8q0DR0AQl7v-bmhIJEttB3d7U/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fluoro Yellow" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfqWTMecKcV56UYU1uST8PhzrSLWtkcil8z5ze0a4hpjr8kSDcjeFA-bKSVAHvrwxRabVI7h28iePsJvUFKditlxla-4wisHL1vg9i5Fu9BRgPlC44iA8q0DR0AQl7v-bmhIJEttB3d7U/s1600/1.jpg" title="Fluoro Yellow" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXkkCRUrJBPVQIEX3d8F3x42DIpLj6AiYgY1vTjFQYroGCFjhoK-I9oJ_gHiYb2q6kJRGXwYshTIJHdfvAUOgA42rF9qABJ8BWS6ZiMWue8vmFcsMAuDOMurkwGt8cD-Ul8YGHLlofCJc/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fluoro Yellow" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXkkCRUrJBPVQIEX3d8F3x42DIpLj6AiYgY1vTjFQYroGCFjhoK-I9oJ_gHiYb2q6kJRGXwYshTIJHdfvAUOgA42rF9qABJ8BWS6ZiMWue8vmFcsMAuDOMurkwGt8cD-Ul8YGHLlofCJc/s1600/4.jpg" title="Fluoro Yellow" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioJHGoRo0mvjwrxJ6ztpjYfTRXGZZudxD2UDpa_hYwRgWCcf3YG_PHLZbYBEJyUCyiTXMamOHGPm0d4kDoPCl9b2K-4-xD7hcNcBR2CMy9ljAvKziBwvitjPlHklmFsUjsTh9hVCSvywQ/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fluoro Yellow" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioJHGoRo0mvjwrxJ6ztpjYfTRXGZZudxD2UDpa_hYwRgWCcf3YG_PHLZbYBEJyUCyiTXMamOHGPm0d4kDoPCl9b2K-4-xD7hcNcBR2CMy9ljAvKziBwvitjPlHklmFsUjsTh9hVCSvywQ/s1600/2.jpg" title="Fluoro Yellow" /></a></div>
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - Aritzia | Blazer - Zara | Pants - H&M | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-23382090705078777792014-12-19T16:00:00.000-05:002014-12-19T16:00:00.560-05:00I'm Allergic to the Cold + GIVEAWAYIf you've been following me for awhile then you'll already know that I'm allergic to the cold. This odd allergy just happened to find itself onto me about 2 years or so back. Cold urticaria is actually quite a common occurence that many people don't know exists. You know that tingly feeling you get in your hands after you come back indoors from a really cold day outdoors and your body is thawing? That's a mild symptom of the condition.<br />
<br />
<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="370" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/t8ahcJWmC5c" width="657"></iframe><br />
<br />
However, for myself, the condition extends beyond tingly fingers. Parts of my body swell up and I develop rashes that can last from 30 minutes to an hour. Sometimes they're so bad that I catch myself scratching for a few minutes straight. The first time that this happened to me, I scratched myself bad enough to leave both marks and scabs. From then on, I made a point of making sure that I dealt with the situation in a differen manner to prevent hurting myself.<br />
<br />
From there I discovered a new friend in body butters and moisturizers. I've made it a routine to moisturize after each and every single shower so that my skin remains soft and not prone to being dry, which aggravates the itches. The only problem lies within the oiliness of body butters and the residues that they leave on both my clothing and sheets. Beyond that, I had no problem of lathering up myself. <br />
<br />
However the one thing that I always detested was the fact that my hands would get all oily after putting on the body butter, which completely contradicts the point of having a shower in the first place. Wasn't I supposd to be getting clean? Only to have my hands get all dirty again afterwards?<br />
<br />
Well, I found a solution! If you want to find out how I make sure my skin is moisturized and how I avoid scratching myself into oblivion, check out the video I put together over on my YouTube channel. You'll also be able to enter my giveaway for the amazing Nivea gift basket that's shown below!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlUHfr51ObcaeTADjI69PDUtXUaXj04iYZkRmCTRoMWGeNh4BtqftuE0Uusykmp5na6Atl3XfPah9DC4gtXjvvOyup94YszqPAP-Kl6ZIeP8TomKv4Qjf_JikTORQwdJ_Wv9J2_u0Vh68/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="I'm Allergic to the Cold" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlUHfr51ObcaeTADjI69PDUtXUaXj04iYZkRmCTRoMWGeNh4BtqftuE0Uusykmp5na6Atl3XfPah9DC4gtXjvvOyup94YszqPAP-Kl6ZIeP8TomKv4Qjf_JikTORQwdJ_Wv9J2_u0Vh68/s1600/1.jpg" title="I'm Allergic to the Cold" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-10299969242098264042014-12-19T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-19T07:30:01.311-05:00Tree Trekking<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHhj8ILp5DaqLjFQfw72g3ez76qWxDJzeKqYCevxts4EqJWpM5yFd-KPvQOSlzUZFMSi8QKosW89eqa4wvAX4MW8KuDyKXiiEPmUK1Q0QtuPhBJs_m9ebrDA9V4hmAQgmzV9vP9ELAYc/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tree Trekking" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEHhj8ILp5DaqLjFQfw72g3ez76qWxDJzeKqYCevxts4EqJWpM5yFd-KPvQOSlzUZFMSi8QKosW89eqa4wvAX4MW8KuDyKXiiEPmUK1Q0QtuPhBJs_m9ebrDA9V4hmAQgmzV9vP9ELAYc/s1600/1.jpg" title="Tree Trekking" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
So I found this cute little pine maze behind my local mall and decided to try it out. Let me confirm that I definitely did get lost. Even though I was able to see over top of all of the trees, some of the turns got to me. I'm going to pretend that it was because the pines clung to my sweater pulling me back that I missed some turns (but in fact it was all of my fault).<br />
<br />
This sweater is actually quickly becoming one of my favorites. Since picking it up a few weeks back, I've worn it multiple times and each week I continue to find more ways to style it. The warm weather provided me with an opportunity to pair it down with a skirt as opposed to pants. However it wasn't quite warm enough to completely forgo bottoms so I decided to go with my faux suede thigh-high boots in order to evade the chilly wind. After a couple of goes, I made my way out of the maze (as you can see in the last photo), but between you and me, I'm going to keep going back until I can get out in a single try!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj8A6FZLgVk-Etd0k5RnzX4QUJHnf7a0qVkjPih-kF5Sn3d3FnmENaEbKeApD63pOfXmJvkZVKQvMnsqdcERMTArixIQuFkLz7flMEu5161YqjbIsBWo_RlM6bjQ-vt5Kt-91fHArt8gc/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tree Trekking" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj8A6FZLgVk-Etd0k5RnzX4QUJHnf7a0qVkjPih-kF5Sn3d3FnmENaEbKeApD63pOfXmJvkZVKQvMnsqdcERMTArixIQuFkLz7flMEu5161YqjbIsBWo_RlM6bjQ-vt5Kt-91fHArt8gc/s1600/5.jpg" title="Tree Trekking" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span id="goog_1558689754"></span><span id="goog_1558689755"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHvm53EcERGqwtzdMB3OT6ls0Egye4Rxm83xf3wEBGtIjaK1ueKbw5It5mdagGZ7rYB-XvCHlTvfKZFF_FE5hQLLTPNOork2TsBmcTz80JmpePAfzZZGaRaUbETsimtRWyW74Qejxhync/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tree Trekking" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHvm53EcERGqwtzdMB3OT6ls0Egye4Rxm83xf3wEBGtIjaK1ueKbw5It5mdagGZ7rYB-XvCHlTvfKZFF_FE5hQLLTPNOork2TsBmcTz80JmpePAfzZZGaRaUbETsimtRWyW74Qejxhync/s1600/2.jpg" title="Tree Trekking" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAtNnab-jtumWOwi1KLxb14b4BwK1fMItC8x9xswabXKmkoeN9cUbBOwFHuRAJAF2H9Oy4BPNq4Ir0nKK4oX6MZW8u-mqP2DictKAPGqVBZwBTXQ-3hq6C8mg4D99m1o9FrmEuO_ejXEw/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tree Trekking" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAtNnab-jtumWOwi1KLxb14b4BwK1fMItC8x9xswabXKmkoeN9cUbBOwFHuRAJAF2H9Oy4BPNq4Ir0nKK4oX6MZW8u-mqP2DictKAPGqVBZwBTXQ-3hq6C8mg4D99m1o9FrmEuO_ejXEw/s1600/4.jpg" title="Tree Trekking" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY6VPdlrpQHBYX-0614ecWH_36lCmnPdraYIvtUpB2nOh-Qzaw56KxGdEpw4XBJD_UV7GCR-mi1B44awry8RPYDHghNprVpcYbknicMAfOFNwMeDL674PZ6VhtrznG4fqNIKvIjlVla8U/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tree Trekking" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY6VPdlrpQHBYX-0614ecWH_36lCmnPdraYIvtUpB2nOh-Qzaw56KxGdEpw4XBJD_UV7GCR-mi1B44awry8RPYDHghNprVpcYbknicMAfOFNwMeDL674PZ6VhtrznG4fqNIKvIjlVla8U/s1600/6.jpg" title="Tree Trekking" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Sweater - <a href="http://www.garageclothing.com/us/turtle-neck-slouchy-sweater/p/100003740" target="_blank">Garage</a> | Skirt - <a href="http://www.garageclothing.com/us/velvet-flared-skirt/p/100002137" target="_blank">Garage</a> | Boots - c/o a friend | Bag - <a href="http://ca.louisvuitton.com/eng-ca/products/neverfull-mm-damier-ebene-008116" target="_blank">Louis Vuitton</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-21058881227439274412014-12-18T17:00:00.000-05:002014-12-18T17:00:03.851-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $400-500As we get closer and closer towards Christmas, I can feel the stress of shoppers settling in. My office is right next to a mall, so my lunch breaks are dedicated to window shopping. It affords me the time to deal stalk and make sure that I'm getting the best prices for my Christmas gifts. I thought that I was doing pretty well by getting almost 80% of my presents in November, but come one week before Christmas and I realized that I'm still a couple presents short. A couple is exact. I need two.<br />
<br />
What do you get someone who has everything? In short I'm going to be practical. Something that everybody needs but always hates getting, gas cards. Trust me, as tacky as it sounds, the people who I've given them to seem to always be overjoyed. But if you don't want to get tack like me, here are some more last minute gift ideas that you can pick up to please the gifted in your life!<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_pestC_P0LYzue1NpBEk9QkXcgdQyDW7evwF0OEkUCx_K53zoR5Uo0oGoZesMIgB-ZoaOz5q4K6zYzLA2LCES9z3NF5pOxwpoxRIULmQd5FIWLgBwqdQpZPfekhzzxPnhyRw3pqcy3w/s1600/2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: $400-500" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_pestC_P0LYzue1NpBEk9QkXcgdQyDW7evwF0OEkUCx_K53zoR5Uo0oGoZesMIgB-ZoaOz5q4K6zYzLA2LCES9z3NF5pOxwpoxRIULmQd5FIWLgBwqdQpZPfekhzzxPnhyRw3pqcy3w/s1600/2.png" title="Holiday Gift Guide: $400-500" /></a></div>
<ol>
<li><a href="http://store.apple.com/ca/buy-ipad/ipad-mini-3" target="_blank"><b>iPad Mini 3</b></a> (Apple) | $439<br />Get that blogger/tech saavy friend of yours the latest iPad so that they can continously stay in touch with what's happening online at any time.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/453029/KENZO/tiger-embroidered-cotton-sweatshirt-dress" target="_blank"><b>KENZO Tiger Embroidered Cotton Sweatshirt Dress</b></a> (Net-A-Porter) | $410.00<br />I love the sporty elegance of a KENZO sweatshirt and when lengthened into a dress, it an easily be translated into chic winterwear with a nice pair of leather leggings. I imagine myself styling this with a cap and <a href="http://www.cambridgesatchel.com/en-gb/spring-15/the-work-bag/WOBNA1001BNH10101.html#start=1" target="_blank">Cambridge Satchel</a> to complete the look.</li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/robinson-adjustable-mini-bag-tory/vp/v=1/1573428959.htm?folderID=2534374302079683&fm=other-viewall&colorId=12867" target="_blank">Tory Burch Robinson Adjustable Mini Bag</a> </b>(Shopbop) | $440.76<br />It's always nice to receive something that you can use immediately. Give someone this perfectly sized bag that's big enough to carry their accessories to their NYE party this year.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/sutton-pumps-tory-burch/vp/v=1/1502874730.htm?folderID=2534374302024643&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=37104" target="_blank"><b>Tory Burch Sutton Pump</b></a> (Shopbop) | $452.84<b><br /></b>These heels ooze femininity. With lace side-panelling and caged straps, the satin cap-toe finish make these both elegant and sexiness.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-furniture/29315231.jsp#/" target="_blank"><b>Mercury Bar Cart</b></a> (Anthropologie) | $498.00<br />There's nothing worse than curating the perfect liquor collection and not being able to show it off. This simplistic bar car gives enough room to display all the necessary bottles for a party as well as space for cups and shakers.</li>
</ol>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-20175064523427785422014-12-18T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-18T07:30:03.565-05:00Sweaters & Chains<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAPnEt9-jvT4cN8hkqv3KM1efU119IcClWv-z5TgFZMdEaci1hYotIu1QSxK2YeBKbYwj6ZvdNfKI_UIEi8h8Eg5MK757yhseH6WrkvJVVqf7gQIODcQAouhQWEM3cfNZ0KzdJMRp06sA/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sweaters & Chains" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAPnEt9-jvT4cN8hkqv3KM1efU119IcClWv-z5TgFZMdEaci1hYotIu1QSxK2YeBKbYwj6ZvdNfKI_UIEi8h8Eg5MK757yhseH6WrkvJVVqf7gQIODcQAouhQWEM3cfNZ0KzdJMRp06sA/s1600/1.jpg" title="Sweaters & Chains" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
Ever since seeing the chains on boots across both Chanel and Balenciaga, I just knew that I had to get my hands on something similar to that. When Zara came out with a pair inspired by the designs of haute couture, I knew that it was my chance to have my chain dreams come true.<br />
<br />
Staying true to my aesthetic, I knew that I wouldn't be going grunge with these boots, but rather classen them up a little bit. I chose to stay with a texture I'm familiar with, faux leather, and paired the lengthy skirt together with a casual fabric, cotton. The loose sweater not only made the skirt and boots appropriate for day-time wear, but made the entire ensemble extremely comfortable for work as well. Due to the lack of color, I decided to throw on my sand-toned jacket for good measure just to add something back into the outfit.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisLuS-4EA2EAAwkMtm3es940HVIo8YusVc50t1p-1KpNslML1PIefj-k-6nYk5OQbTaGwo91SECfl8Oki0CXhMzqjVLhfcmcQz-wK7QGr8zHueibudVo0c_k8DIeLBdOdhwtYUaz7epLA/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sweaters & Chains" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisLuS-4EA2EAAwkMtm3es940HVIo8YusVc50t1p-1KpNslML1PIefj-k-6nYk5OQbTaGwo91SECfl8Oki0CXhMzqjVLhfcmcQz-wK7QGr8zHueibudVo0c_k8DIeLBdOdhwtYUaz7epLA/s1600/2.jpg" title="Sweaters & Chains" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEShmt_ED0CGqQox3biWwYXsBa04T8ujYYk6ZeIj6knLZDxcMRJ5FLT1lY9dBaFUMaCe5gVQcrnOSdheNgEXF6V-pcfGTea7TyYDqgKaB1yTNhu65vtY8nlLkWMqjqne4MAsGYTdK9Nl8/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sweaters & Chains" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEShmt_ED0CGqQox3biWwYXsBa04T8ujYYk6ZeIj6knLZDxcMRJ5FLT1lY9dBaFUMaCe5gVQcrnOSdheNgEXF6V-pcfGTea7TyYDqgKaB1yTNhu65vtY8nlLkWMqjqne4MAsGYTdK9Nl8/s1600/4.jpg" title="Sweaters & Chains" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGvkWXVkuWLKZJUzLUvQwozvNoVsVNhogYSxwx1TyJXLRkO3c_1SJkX7tzX4j8tOKDk3L8xgNkEuwxqE7kIlYZlp70MGEQCybRq1UW-_WCnHNsXph2MjgcsOjK9VTXX19MlyyFAfVlH5Q/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sweaters & Chains" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGvkWXVkuWLKZJUzLUvQwozvNoVsVNhogYSxwx1TyJXLRkO3c_1SJkX7tzX4j8tOKDk3L8xgNkEuwxqE7kIlYZlp70MGEQCybRq1UW-_WCnHNsXph2MjgcsOjK9VTXX19MlyyFAfVlH5Q/s1600/5.jpg" title="Sweaters & Chains" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRHgKZP2dZaMICKFf23-2JY44ObuK1YIKR_9g2HTqwTiY_K3iblevGMYjpJLvh0_xMhV5nGQseaAYkXp4uU31jF6eGtnx5BuxSOSMEJIk3ubSz7LnT4DHFFW_2f1SsQQpkppolRKEYSw/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sweaters & Chains" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRHgKZP2dZaMICKFf23-2JY44ObuK1YIKR_9g2HTqwTiY_K3iblevGMYjpJLvh0_xMhV5nGQseaAYkXp4uU31jF6eGtnx5BuxSOSMEJIk3ubSz7LnT4DHFFW_2f1SsQQpkppolRKEYSw/s1600/3.jpg" title="Sweaters & Chains" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Sweater - <a href="http://shop.destinationfemme.com/product/goal-digger-crewneck/" target="_blank">Destination Femme</a> | Skirt - H&M | Boots - <a href="http://www.zara.com/ca/en/shoes---bags/trf/shoes/bootie-with-chains-c665019p2101590.html" target="_blank">Zara</a> | Jacket - <a href="https://aritzia.com/en/product/cocoon-wool-coat/48560007.html" target="_blank">Aritzia</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-89410815554457808302014-12-17T17:00:00.000-05:002014-12-17T23:06:57.992-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $300-400<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih1eb3UHJ9Sn_PHKFB9nBnMwyUWy6G11C7rIMN5CwsusHXmuUKNto3EWZmPf9kuwsqjt4mZBO43NLaCkUcU3fHoodhq4xXFxfkrXPNFyOSe0m3hQoZieWsmoGicU-xe3ybY8FLSMGRooo/s1600/1.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: $300-400" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih1eb3UHJ9Sn_PHKFB9nBnMwyUWy6G11C7rIMN5CwsusHXmuUKNto3EWZmPf9kuwsqjt4mZBO43NLaCkUcU3fHoodhq4xXFxfkrXPNFyOSe0m3hQoZieWsmoGicU-xe3ybY8FLSMGRooo/s1600/1.png" title="Holiday Gift Guide: $300-400" /></a></div>
<ol>
<li><a href="https://www.ssense.com/women/product/alexander_wang/burgundy-suede-slingback-lovisa-pumps/105142" target="_blank"><b>Alexander Wang Burgundy Suede Slingback Lovisa Pumps</b></a> (SSENSE) | $300.00<br />This beautiful pair of burgundy suede heels is currently on sale for 50% off, so hurry up! What're you waiting for?</li>
<li><a href="http://aritzia.com/en/product/bryan-wool-coat/52489.html?dwvar_52489_color=3248" target="_blank"><b>Babaton Bryan Wool Coat</b></a> (Aritzia) | $350.00<br />This stream lined wool coat is perfect when put together with a menswear inspired outfit. I fully plan to partner it up with my favorite collared sweater (you know which one I'm talking about).</li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Essie-Gel-Professional-LED-LAMP/dp/B00FL31W26/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418798700&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=essie+nail+led+lamp" target="_blank"><b>ESSIE Gel Professional LED Lamp</b></a> (Amazon) | $330.00<br />One of my tricks for keeping my at home manicures lasting longer is to seal them off with a gel top coat. I'm already madly in love with Essie polishes due to their self levelling nature, and if I can get gel polishes with the same attributes that can stay on as long as 2 weeks then why not?</li>
<li><a href="http://aritzia.com/en/product/xandie-backpack/54219.html?dwvar_54219_color=1274#start=14" target="_blank"><b>ix Eleven XANDIE BACKPACK</b></a> (Aritzia) | $398.00<br />Who says that backpacks have to be basic? Bring home a leather back pack that'll ooze sophistication in your next class. We also think that this backpack would pair well with coat in #2!</li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.toryburch.com/baily-box/41137291.html?start=32&dwvar_41137291_color=249" target="_blank">Baily Box</a> </b>(Tory Burch) | $395.00<br />I think that I'm on a big home decor kick now that I've got my own place. I always seem to have random junk lying around and it's just straight up unsightly when everything isn't organized. So instead of buying plastic bins from Dollarama, I'd rather invest in some nice boxes that can double up as home decor. This beautiful mother-of-pearl box is modern and clean with its straight lines, and the black and white make it an easy addition to any home.</li>
</ol>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-57169925758690300062014-12-17T07:30:00.000-05:002014-12-17T07:30:00.046-05:00Rooftop Clamor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi9ZE1VuGGPnSlMxkzfgurrtKDnVOGvgvlGC7o79qBP2W368WVbbmBJoIYVihIwY9EBvgCQiPNGxoiJc8ihBwQVbJfeqtIWtIHayM17EJZIRAKvjJRUWklyx1giD2kGDQTMtUURMGlGAQ/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rooftop Clamor" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi9ZE1VuGGPnSlMxkzfgurrtKDnVOGvgvlGC7o79qBP2W368WVbbmBJoIYVihIwY9EBvgCQiPNGxoiJc8ihBwQVbJfeqtIWtIHayM17EJZIRAKvjJRUWklyx1giD2kGDQTMtUURMGlGAQ/s1600/1.jpg" title="Rooftop Clamor" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
I'm not one to usually dress up so formally, but given the casual nature of our offices, sometimes I'm tempted to channel the style of someone in a corporate work environment. I can only go as far as a blazer layered over a collared shirt (I sadly don't own enough) and even then this outfit radiates casualness for me. Maybe I should invest in some real trousers as opposed to black denim to truly achieve the corporate look. Thoughts?<br />
<br />
One of my favorite patterns by far this year is the window pane, and I can't get enough of this blouse, especially with the unique pop of color inside of the color. I put the look together with a red lip to draw mor attention to the neon collar since it's such a deviation from my otherwise generally neutral based looks.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJm6IrdIF6rU3qwBDju3qWFFUYySyeTW_NybUXV9exbqhHe1sqE0-fxJDMT1U5d6loDYqG6WDFpswK2JioRgdEeLSDXRUiIyxSZroAq2Imp9q4HNG6_22-L6eKBBjuOKdyxacvQUrDC8E/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rooftop Clamor" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJm6IrdIF6rU3qwBDju3qWFFUYySyeTW_NybUXV9exbqhHe1sqE0-fxJDMT1U5d6loDYqG6WDFpswK2JioRgdEeLSDXRUiIyxSZroAq2Imp9q4HNG6_22-L6eKBBjuOKdyxacvQUrDC8E/s1600/2.jpg" title="Rooftop Clamor" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoX192nUiGyrLbs2owQPKevqb6gY3eUTVJ8lhGb2bvvIySBklnQbzB1LRwYYgV5EdCcs5AKnRwt0fVRV0ULnqHkm8ajHUlpK7T9rmUWyHizJCmKQf7rAVHza7NP1x194EDfwuqSW5zGr4/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rooftop Clamor" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoX192nUiGyrLbs2owQPKevqb6gY3eUTVJ8lhGb2bvvIySBklnQbzB1LRwYYgV5EdCcs5AKnRwt0fVRV0ULnqHkm8ajHUlpK7T9rmUWyHizJCmKQf7rAVHza7NP1x194EDfwuqSW5zGr4/s1600/5.jpg" title="Rooftop Clamor" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgdPafO9KVJFDNnwVWOcwgCIGlcffha5caVNjAlXDkn-YojMRC88xp_2JHq4CII-246dCRXKS_pQbKRTYS56wgDf2JkkUF4tIbdu0Rv_XokfqwyzUw7pxLZuXVkUSjz4RXO7vhCs72kRU/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rooftop Clamor" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgdPafO9KVJFDNnwVWOcwgCIGlcffha5caVNjAlXDkn-YojMRC88xp_2JHq4CII-246dCRXKS_pQbKRTYS56wgDf2JkkUF4tIbdu0Rv_XokfqwyzUw7pxLZuXVkUSjz4RXO7vhCs72kRU/s1600/3.jpg" title="Rooftop Clamor" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHvcAnR31jM77hQj_4qclhTjOb069doRc4bFE6R6Ba0at0EslLDUwq795cLzZw_GsVA7g61ni07yMkr4m-S_BqT5buC2VwpuLRYmn7BM07oebEbpvrsZwvY4GyfhLdyUYLtUUIzCAKNcQ/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rooftop Clamor" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHvcAnR31jM77hQj_4qclhTjOb069doRc4bFE6R6Ba0at0EslLDUwq795cLzZw_GsVA7g61ni07yMkr4m-S_BqT5buC2VwpuLRYmn7BM07oebEbpvrsZwvY4GyfhLdyUYLtUUIzCAKNcQ/s1600/4.jpg" title="Rooftop Clamor" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Shirt - Forever 21 | Blazer - c/o a friend | Denim - J Brand | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-85825234923017137082014-12-16T17:00:00.000-05:002014-12-16T17:00:01.149-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $200-300If you followed me from my Gift Guide's last year, then you'll be familiar wtih the Clarisonic Mia that I included. I completely swear by it and have been using it for almost 5 years now. Therefore I felt that it belonged back onto my Gift Guide this year since it's been by far one of these most functional electronics that I own.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs02TNU1TRcUB5BGY9Y_lDeLTlKXvIo2i3JuqdvLIayeXV6zb-prFcwUtMTNJefBeIdWi5wlDgEDwYTztBmg9k38CF6phk8ZqXDOYNBTZcmg8GWh_Egoju0yTnePDZ1uE8LZiyWB30cOI/s1600/3.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: $200-300" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs02TNU1TRcUB5BGY9Y_lDeLTlKXvIo2i3JuqdvLIayeXV6zb-prFcwUtMTNJefBeIdWi5wlDgEDwYTztBmg9k38CF6phk8ZqXDOYNBTZcmg8GWh_Egoju0yTnePDZ1uE8LZiyWB30cOI/s1600/3.png" title="Holiday Gift Guide: $200-300" /></a></div>
<ol>
<li><b><a href="http://www.senso.com.au/category/Boots/Blake-V" target="_blank">Blake V Black Calf</a> </b>(Senso) | $259.00<br />Be different and show off a flash of your ankle with these adorable booties from Senso. The piping along the side is done with the edges of a zipper as opposed to a waxed edge. If silver isn't your thing and you prefer something a little bit more neutral, these booties come in a titanium finish as well.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.xevana.com/collections/dangereux" target="_blank"><b>Bastille Multi-Way Stacklace</b></a> (XEVANA) | $226.00<br />Although it appears that this necklace is pricey, it comes apart into 4 separate ones that can be stacked back together or arranged in a variety of layers to achieve multiple different necklaces. If I'm counting right, there over 25 different ways which this necklace can be worn. Don't count on my math though, I haven't studied calculus in over 3 years.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.sephora.com/mia-3-luxury-skincare-essentials-holiday-gift-set-P389538?skuId=1635200" target="_blank"><b>Clarisonic Mia 3 Luxury Skincare Essentials Holiday Gift Set</b></a> (Sephora) | $230.00<br />First off, this set is $145 less than it's actual value, so what you're paying for is actually a steal. Packaged with a bunch of extra products, you're going to be able to thoroughly cleanse and hydrate your skin for at least a month before needing to go out and by more products.</li>
<li><a href="http://aritzia.com/en/product/mini-bega-satchel-bag/53012.html?dwvar_53012_color=1274#start=1" target="_blank"><b>Auxiliary Mini Bega Satchel Bag</b></a> (Aritzia) | $298.00<br />This structured side bag is the perfect size for throwing in all of the necessary things you'd need for the day without being excessively big like a tote. It's perfect for the minimalist and its jagged edges are in tune with the modern trends.</li>
<li><a href="http://numeproducts.com/hair-styling/hot-tools/curling-wand/lustrum-curling-iron-set/" target="_blank"><b>Lustrum Set</b></a> (Nume) | $299.00<br />Generally any hot tool starts at around $100. For the cost of $300, you get 5 different barrels, which equates out to about $60 per barrel. When you think about it, it isn't all that bad. You get to save space since you won't need 5 different wants since these heads are detachable.</li>
</ol>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-19771444987047642422014-12-16T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-16T08:00:03.327-05:00Slipping Into Silk<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI071GsGx9gia2TIJWGKd1Q9GRmOtCsnNpTm3VC-tXQzKVJyhYR52J5cNZPUhZPEPiSgFG1iveyLSe9Ec5iS_cZO2Nh0Ns4pxz0WjWG-nrcg5JqGYeMkndVhmIFL0uZMbKHwnM3HCWx5g/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI071GsGx9gia2TIJWGKd1Q9GRmOtCsnNpTm3VC-tXQzKVJyhYR52J5cNZPUhZPEPiSgFG1iveyLSe9Ec5iS_cZO2Nh0Ns4pxz0WjWG-nrcg5JqGYeMkndVhmIFL0uZMbKHwnM3HCWx5g/s1600/3.jpg" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
There's something about wearing silk that feels so luxurious. The cold stillness against your skin, the flutter of fabric with each move, the whisper of sliding in unison in tune to your movements. I don't think there's any fabric that I appreciate more than silk. It's also ridiculously easy to style, paired down casually with a cardigan or finished with a structured blazer, it's definitely a staple textile in my closet. I've got quite a few silk pieces and I think that because of its versatility that I enjoy it so much. The only fault is the care that it requires. But if I'm going to be investing that much into a piece that's also going to be giving back just as much, I might as well put just as much care into it.<br />
<br />
You wouldn't have guessed it, but this top is actualy a silk slip that I once shied away from styling because I felt that it was too reminiscent of a night gown. But with the resurgence of lingerie wear this year and coupled with a smart twist, I was able to turn this nightwear-esque top into a semi-presentable and work-approriate one.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJDQ9sRLPpLJQ1fmmkhT05LRG99vMkCxpCeILkdvit9hNvnAH9ibywJB-36HiELDZPAgTLQVcukUyIVHLa15wuTrIHHtrwOxXyeoKfSB7jW-jyQsgufPU5dBaB2TR6UEO__wMTsUPo7U/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Slipping Into Silk" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJDQ9sRLPpLJQ1fmmkhT05LRG99vMkCxpCeILkdvit9hNvnAH9ibywJB-36HiELDZPAgTLQVcukUyIVHLa15wuTrIHHtrwOxXyeoKfSB7jW-jyQsgufPU5dBaB2TR6UEO__wMTsUPo7U/s1600/2.jpg" title="Slipping Into Silk" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIN2iaVM6lRiCiiF9jv5Ep2rF1ogDYFiA3NajJleJxLDSnpUQ7jhrf9bqTQfKxayvZcx-kMJtHIThm3wXHb2JBuxsfIFyM44WuYXvyHh0o1ofB-BTdtIiRlc21xAdbQgvQJ7_n75jyKHQ/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Slipping Into Silk" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIN2iaVM6lRiCiiF9jv5Ep2rF1ogDYFiA3NajJleJxLDSnpUQ7jhrf9bqTQfKxayvZcx-kMJtHIThm3wXHb2JBuxsfIFyM44WuYXvyHh0o1ofB-BTdtIiRlc21xAdbQgvQJ7_n75jyKHQ/s1600/6.jpg" title="Slipping Into Silk" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0BCPkPGE_8bCakNnsYZYv2CJPcuDOkyEpf7xvmh1ubnUnZJZvwS-Jo4qWq9M4JGHQAN7nVXDiGmvgEVMlvn6MLoKpjDOcT2g6Ek58sQodBpOzcVHdIxWMo4FOu1SE9Xd6PtjR5aMruVk/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Slipping Into Silk" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0BCPkPGE_8bCakNnsYZYv2CJPcuDOkyEpf7xvmh1ubnUnZJZvwS-Jo4qWq9M4JGHQAN7nVXDiGmvgEVMlvn6MLoKpjDOcT2g6Ek58sQodBpOzcVHdIxWMo4FOu1SE9Xd6PtjR5aMruVk/s1600/1.jpg" title="Slipping Into Silk" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht-nfLLxYQ1LH1bySBDloxWKHAPt_7Xy9uiV2yCzhpy6iZnY1Z7-XUqVqHohKTbxzbzssBYmVv4tplPJZsHpb4tAmZaYR3kAdP7c9MhSTibYRp_pxRvR9AD7XprGBa4jWfMXrEiFIc-9g/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Slipping Into Silk" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht-nfLLxYQ1LH1bySBDloxWKHAPt_7Xy9uiV2yCzhpy6iZnY1Z7-XUqVqHohKTbxzbzssBYmVv4tplPJZsHpb4tAmZaYR3kAdP7c9MhSTibYRp_pxRvR9AD7XprGBa4jWfMXrEiFIc-9g/s1600/5.jpg" title="Slipping Into Silk" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8PMuVdhNQB2xr9MwLuIRrQl5gSSbePiWyFREM7VAIShcTsg8UlOTAl_cDSOg28txd6Aa3F89WEl5km1P6j_ifeBPoDijpyLr7TUEpg9LQJtQiMJqrLL21qLaYYVBNa8BttFac69UdQzs/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Slipping Into Silk" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8PMuVdhNQB2xr9MwLuIRrQl5gSSbePiWyFREM7VAIShcTsg8UlOTAl_cDSOg28txd6Aa3F89WEl5km1P6j_ifeBPoDijpyLr7TUEpg9LQJtQiMJqrLL21qLaYYVBNa8BttFac69UdQzs/s1600/4.jpg" title="Slipping Into Silk" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - c/o a friend | Cardigan - <a href="http://www.oakandfort.com/women/cardigan/cardigan-7036.html" target="_blank">OAK + FORT</a> | Pants - H&M | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-5496223742154131362014-12-15T16:00:00.000-05:002014-12-15T16:00:00.070-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $100-200How has your Christmas shopping been coming along so far? Have you already finished? If not, then please tell me that you've at least started. I'm lucky to have almost completed my gift shopping by around 90% this year. I still have yet to pick up a couple of my gifts for the year, provided that they're Secret Santa gifts, they shouldn't take me too long to find! If you'v yet to find your gifts then hopefully my Gift Guides so far have provided ideas within your price range to work twith.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1AonPQLyAr5bvqsesRxlyq0zi6ZOlwqo_bFILIf7MJ5ulV3bD4Oe56kYnVYLnzsR2XEhOXeiyKEyuLgR9m8rsWe2wV9bTnWj0nn05-0QwBv904EddNywIgMP25Ef29U7NP7iGnvtL1pk/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: $100-200" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1AonPQLyAr5bvqsesRxlyq0zi6ZOlwqo_bFILIf7MJ5ulV3bD4Oe56kYnVYLnzsR2XEhOXeiyKEyuLgR9m8rsWe2wV9bTnWj0nn05-0QwBv904EddNywIgMP25Ef29U7NP7iGnvtL1pk/s1600/1.jpg" title="Holiday Gift Guide: $100-200" /></a></div>
<br />
<ol>
<li><a href="http://www.sephora.com/daisy-eau-so-fresh-gift-set-P388903?skuId=1633775" target="_blank"><b>Marc Jacobs Fragrance Daisy Eau So Fresh Gift Set</b></a> (Sephora) | $125.00<br />One of my favorite fragrances, this one is the easiest to wear since it's so light and the floral tones aren't over powering. If you're looking for a beautiful gift set that promises delight, then definitely take your chances on this one. The person receiving your gift can even reuse the box afterwards for jewelry storage (I know I would).</li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.oakandfort.com/women/cardigan-7098-cwgcm5.html" target="_blank">Cardigan 7098-CWGCM5</a></b> (OAK + FORT) | $128.00<br />Everyone needs a snuggly cardigan that's both thick and soft. Choose this warm neutral beige shade for an easy match with the rest of your wardrobe.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=33167701&parentid=SALE_APT#/" target="_blank"><b>Vegan Hide Rug</b></a> (Urban Outfitters) | $129.00<b><br /></b>I love the modern look of a good hide rug and even better, this rug is completely faux fur. You'll never regret putting this on the floor of your house!</li>
<li><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/tusk-necklace-maria-black/vp/v=1/1538356899.htm?folderID=29750&fm=other-viewall&colorId=11784" target="_blank"><b>Short Tube Necklace</b></a> (Shopbop) | $140.00<br />Simple yet sleek, this dainty rod set onto a delicate chain is the perfect gift for someone who likes dainty yet statement jewelry. </li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.thehorse.com.au/collections/watches/products/white-face-with-rose-gold-indexing" target="_blank">Polished Steel / White Face with Rose Gold Indexing</a></b> (The Horse) | $123.25<br />I can't speak more highly of this brand. With such fresh and sleek yet minimalistic designs, the price that you're paying for these pieces is a steal! They also make for a beautiful gift so if I were you, I'd stock up on as many as possible.</li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.zarahome.com/ca/en-us/bedroom/throws-c1041563p4206569.html?modeView=three_view" target="_blank">Two-Tone Fur Throw</a></b> (Zara Home) | $199.00<br />A fur throw is always the perfect complement to a well made bed. I especially like the white tone of this one that gives it an elegant air (also perfect for reflecting against the cooler wniter weather).</li>
</ol>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-64419932196052957282014-12-15T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-15T08:00:04.672-05:00A Breakthrough<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4VLVm1V71WnNV2VMyxxy02e6QZ7xY_3v0XwSH1kO2dv4EX_lV2l14lVNUEnHE9KA47X8FxfYSAc8vekoI3dKfUWVeSjn8mg1BZeOlGWlpVzeKmL5ceLbbdtDuHU5QiQyxh4I1AGeGLg/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Breakthrough" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4VLVm1V71WnNV2VMyxxy02e6QZ7xY_3v0XwSH1kO2dv4EX_lV2l14lVNUEnHE9KA47X8FxfYSAc8vekoI3dKfUWVeSjn8mg1BZeOlGWlpVzeKmL5ceLbbdtDuHU5QiQyxh4I1AGeGLg/s1600/1.jpg" title="A Breakthrough" /></a></div>
<br />
As much as it has snowed lately, the weather has lightened up a little bit, making it possible to go outside for a few minute without running the risk of getting your socks wet. Since moving to Toronto, I've noticed such a drastic change in temperature fluctuates in comparison to Ottawa. One morning it could be snowing 10 cm, and the next morning it's already raining and melting/washing all of the snow away. It seems that the temperature can't stay constant especially in the downtown core. With a busy flow of traffic, not only is the environment fast paced but the weather too.<br />
<br />
In order to stay warm, I've tackled the issue with layering. I'm not the best layer-ist since I'd love to just throw on a sweater and call it a day, but the recent changes in weather has really pushed me towards my creative side in order to deal with this situation. Fortunately for me, many of my jackets/coats have ample space to afford multiple layers, making them themselves perfect for layering as well. After discovering that I can style my outerwear into my outfit as opposed to just a means of staying warm, I've noticed an absence of variety in my closet. Will this entail future outerwear purchases? Only time will tell.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt5tyn8xZC7UqJFxHnMeu9Czmtyc4bnvDwAtdClEcqmFlxkaRyCNJB8LEFj6T7nSJpEz6EptgQwOdWDFZIQccQ5ZfeXr92uHlwHVf6w-TLIuU8U_qonYtmi382KNfHlNFH38TMIDeY6Bg/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Breakthrough" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt5tyn8xZC7UqJFxHnMeu9Czmtyc4bnvDwAtdClEcqmFlxkaRyCNJB8LEFj6T7nSJpEz6EptgQwOdWDFZIQccQ5ZfeXr92uHlwHVf6w-TLIuU8U_qonYtmi382KNfHlNFH38TMIDeY6Bg/s1600/4.jpg" title="A Breakthrough" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJULirdU-wzP4T1CQPmUk_WnIePDGWDTZwSfNQ4P8FiFuu2zWJZZ2j4vFTEceRgxcwtd7ZXKdYYjp4IgBM_4rcc64JK95RPUANECfgmweub0t5l2Mo84jx8JlFl2jXCl4g4OKJ5KV2u10/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Breakthrough" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJULirdU-wzP4T1CQPmUk_WnIePDGWDTZwSfNQ4P8FiFuu2zWJZZ2j4vFTEceRgxcwtd7ZXKdYYjp4IgBM_4rcc64JK95RPUANECfgmweub0t5l2Mo84jx8JlFl2jXCl4g4OKJ5KV2u10/s1600/2.jpg" title="A Breakthrough" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmAhtx2Dnl58Uhf-8O24F8y1ZH5SghYr6kIWn5PSixm1PJDsL2baCmmrvsVkQ0ypEmIiuyvT7hao_ymrz2DwRUlUzugPY0leInZOgW_CaOr-9PM26mWxKn9UwuxsKC9vZkJo-NZzDNwyc/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Breakthrough" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmAhtx2Dnl58Uhf-8O24F8y1ZH5SghYr6kIWn5PSixm1PJDsL2baCmmrvsVkQ0ypEmIiuyvT7hao_ymrz2DwRUlUzugPY0leInZOgW_CaOr-9PM26mWxKn9UwuxsKC9vZkJo-NZzDNwyc/s1600/5.jpg" title="A Breakthrough" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixS1fZXBKKzpF8sznfvZzgpl3CUtYId2d90ix-NnxwDTU1R5zLhZ0qJW81qyPbhJMqjwSizGEqrqysQ0JBWOICsn19xXOy3OkQiZQtZbjoxCkZQ0Ppjsgv6FMHTUn02xFD_2cFOj02BCk/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Breakthrough" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixS1fZXBKKzpF8sznfvZzgpl3CUtYId2d90ix-NnxwDTU1R5zLhZ0qJW81qyPbhJMqjwSizGEqrqysQ0JBWOICsn19xXOy3OkQiZQtZbjoxCkZQ0Ppjsgv6FMHTUn02xFD_2cFOj02BCk/s1600/3.jpg" title="A Breakthrough" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - OAK + Fort | Vest - Dynamite | Leggings - Dynamite | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a> | Jacket - <a href="https://aritzia.com/en/product/cocoon-wool-coat/48560007.html" target="_blank">Aritzia</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-2238571207694601562014-12-12T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-12T08:00:03.661-05:00Turtlenecks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilZ1XpTeZVsdv67V4bhpoRYD42-Adq0nLq4_EW9sFpZIxpE6Hz1I4cmlKYfYnz1HpHZDred_sGB6yqv-FmJsXgHZ5tqPq-E40ytVxHeLEYP5x4A2cOEIut1RUlmpVSOaHrm-VQOeiUhqQ/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Turtlenecks" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilZ1XpTeZVsdv67V4bhpoRYD42-Adq0nLq4_EW9sFpZIxpE6Hz1I4cmlKYfYnz1HpHZDred_sGB6yqv-FmJsXgHZ5tqPq-E40ytVxHeLEYP5x4A2cOEIut1RUlmpVSOaHrm-VQOeiUhqQ/s1600/1.jpg" title="Turtlenecks" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
It's funny how cyclical fashion can be. With the return of the 90s this year, it felt like I was reliving my childhood. I also realized how easy it can be to become a hoarder, with the fear of missing out constantly looming over your shoulder, why would you ever want to throw something out? Because I actually did just that. A year or two ago, I bought myself a lovely turtleneck sweater, only to wear it a handful of times before it found its place at the back of my closet. At that period of time, I'll admit that I hid away my sweater because turtlenecks weren't 'in'. I even went as far as selling it when I was cleaning out my closet. </div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Now that it's winter and they happen to be 'in' again (I won't lie, we all follow trends to some extent), I've been on a month long hunt to find the perfect one. Having a long torso means that short sweaters diminish my stature, so I struggled to find a loose boxy sweater that wasn't too long or heavy. One of my fears in a longer sweater was that the knit would be too drapey and heavy and cause it to loose shape. Not this one. I love the marled texture and that even though it's a thick knit, it's not a loose one. Having finally found my holy grail turtleneck sweater, it's safe to say that my sweater quest is over and I can now move on to the next item on my lust list!</div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<br /></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBulxUi8_1E-mPqOlnxQ64ZiXDsMi_pL1jvZ9AMXXV2grJuS1bJ9JnkByHJoTWN1uNGW8dxVPbcfO4OlP77-NG9OSM33s0lRZSv-oaLS9RV64q9a-FEJ2b_VElQ-KyK620oXgWXqBphBc/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Turtlenecks" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBulxUi8_1E-mPqOlnxQ64ZiXDsMi_pL1jvZ9AMXXV2grJuS1bJ9JnkByHJoTWN1uNGW8dxVPbcfO4OlP77-NG9OSM33s0lRZSv-oaLS9RV64q9a-FEJ2b_VElQ-KyK620oXgWXqBphBc/s1600/2.jpg" title="Turtlenecks" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVbDq4vW4qD9SDpWTtRrIKkYirRy-Ed2KcjIbhq-k17SSQfET3lT0TcPw465Nj1HwU_T7PE1tLIbRtZPJUoLWZhTlc_sfX26sVJy3dyfbupdIQBgpza2NxK1l63tELf0247opqDjNujVw/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Turtlenecks" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVbDq4vW4qD9SDpWTtRrIKkYirRy-Ed2KcjIbhq-k17SSQfET3lT0TcPw465Nj1HwU_T7PE1tLIbRtZPJUoLWZhTlc_sfX26sVJy3dyfbupdIQBgpza2NxK1l63tELf0247opqDjNujVw/s1600/5.jpg" title="Turtlenecks" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFKpU7hyphenhyphenbwCm_Lxa1Qgdbv74hxye5YM9EfN7EVLPo8FIwRCAy61HvTKdBtLCnGUeoAMTZDEJ5SLTN-R7Hr5QYXaEJoJxn4g2ZvYAFZ5V7KXEB78adagGyt1PA1ePriabGKCK3BTfOx2DQ/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Turtlenecks" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFKpU7hyphenhyphenbwCm_Lxa1Qgdbv74hxye5YM9EfN7EVLPo8FIwRCAy61HvTKdBtLCnGUeoAMTZDEJ5SLTN-R7Hr5QYXaEJoJxn4g2ZvYAFZ5V7KXEB78adagGyt1PA1ePriabGKCK3BTfOx2DQ/s1600/3.jpg" title="Turtlenecks" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO5FfGF-6ipll5kO5LujzlpR02fvmMMX6kMYJ7DN0osGHMzofxo_WqMnlynLgsoGIt7ZAbYMxWVfT_HWUMOoRR38KN53FxnOOH9aiKV30TXAI5xivKkGFhYPYfOm56q2j10sWzOdws1KM/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Turtlenecks" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO5FfGF-6ipll5kO5LujzlpR02fvmMMX6kMYJ7DN0osGHMzofxo_WqMnlynLgsoGIt7ZAbYMxWVfT_HWUMOoRR38KN53FxnOOH9aiKV30TXAI5xivKkGFhYPYfOm56q2j10sWzOdws1KM/s1600/4.jpg" title="Turtlenecks" /></a></div>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Sweater - <a href="http://www.garageclothing.com/us/turtle-neck-slouchy-sweater/p/100003740" target="_blank">Garage</a> | Leggings - Dynamite | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-62161652442711415282014-12-11T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-11T08:00:07.425-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: $50-100<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
As we move up the budget ladder, some new things are popping up on the gift guide. One of my favorite places to go with P in the winter is to visit our local outdoor spa, Nordik, and have a dip in their heated pools, sit in their saunas and have a relaxing massage. What's fantastic is that the spa also offers gift cards that can be redeemed at any value so you could essentially pay for a variety of services as a gift to a stressed out friend or significant other!<br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK630QXkIx0pZO9_wNLXpgNck6SSfSt0Dn_bDUDrerkfG_eDXV9bcbSJp2ykkubmMhkKCvknDFYEGN9Vk4RzI40e67KcMg32Yrc5Mbw646iAq0W1CRg_bJCIlnBFo9s8TW_74vGlbs6q8/s1600/1.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK630QXkIx0pZO9_wNLXpgNck6SSfSt0Dn_bDUDrerkfG_eDXV9bcbSJp2ykkubmMhkKCvknDFYEGN9Vk4RzI40e67KcMg32Yrc5Mbw646iAq0W1CRg_bJCIlnBFo9s8TW_74vGlbs6q8/s1600/1.png" /></a><br />
<ol>
<li><a href="http://oap.lenordik.com/LeNordikChequeCadeau/index.aspx" target="_blank"><b>Spa Gift Certificate</b></a> (Le Nordik) | $xx.xx<br />I've often picked up gift certificates for friends just to enjoy the baths, which comes out to about $60-70. Considering that you can spend upwards of 2-3 hours there just at the bathes, the value is pretty good.</li>
<li>
<span class="productnamecolorLARGE colors_productname"><span itemprop="name"><a href="http://www.graphicimage.com/2015_Desk_Diary_Coral_French_Goatskin_Leather_p/ddv-goa-pch.htm" target="_blank"><b>2015 Desk Diary Coral French Goatskin Leather</b></a> (Graphic Image) | $98.00<br />Even after finishing my degree, life is so hectic that it's good to write down appointments and meetings. You can also look back at past agendas as a sort of memoir of your past to help jog your memory. This lovely leather bound 365 day diary serves well as both a planner and journal, and comes in a variety of beautiful shades as well.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="productnamecolorLARGE colors_productname"><span itemprop="name"><b><a href="http://www.katespade.com/cedar-street-dot-passport-holder/PWRU4049,en_US,pd.html" target="_blank">Cedar Street Dot Passport Holder</a></b> (Kate Spade) | $78.00<br />Depending on what renewal plan you select, you only get a new passport every 5-10 years. If you travel a lot, then you know what a toll your passport takes being shoved in and out of bags. Protect its cover (okay just mask the ugly cover) with this adorably polka-dotted holder and you'll be the bell of the ball at customs.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="productnamecolorLARGE colors_productname"><span itemprop="name"><a href="http://www.diptyqueparis.com/home-fragrances/holiday-collection/holiday-coffret-14.html" target="_blank"><b>Holiday Coffret</b></a> (Diptyque) | $98.00<br />Although I love candles and Diptyque, I could never justify spending this much on wax. Receiving as gifts though, I'd take them any day!</span></span></li>
<li><span class="productnamecolorLARGE colors_productname"><span itemprop="name"><a href="http://www.sephora.com/tory-burch-P384967?skuId=1574755" target="_blank"><b>Tory Burch Eau de Parfum Spray 1.7 oz</b></a> (Sephora) | $92.00<b><br /></b>This beautifully deep scent smells amazing on everyone. The rich scent emotes a luxurious feel and both calms and soothes your senses. </span></span></li>
</ol>
<span class="productnamecolorLARGE colors_productname"><span itemprop="name"></span></span><h3 style="text-align: center;">
How far into your gifting list have you made it?</h3>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-89876933530628435192014-12-10T21:59:00.000-05:002014-12-11T17:07:29.541-05:00Comfy & Cozy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcvchzyOpamg3twodsgHTCu5fFJyR8FN_AdqESEaF7RdjjQtllYqDH2pbhSsOCWdqrI7jCWIHBX68Y4JdC1790v6mJhNXCWse3s0u_n3YwPUinq1FvmJQKdKNviSVgfruXqA8yo4sJV1E/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Comfy & Cozy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcvchzyOpamg3twodsgHTCu5fFJyR8FN_AdqESEaF7RdjjQtllYqDH2pbhSsOCWdqrI7jCWIHBX68Y4JdC1790v6mJhNXCWse3s0u_n3YwPUinq1FvmJQKdKNviSVgfruXqA8yo4sJV1E/s1600/5.jpg" title="Comfy & Cozy" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
I find that I'm more drawn towards neutrals. No matter how many times I try to buy articles of clothing in bright colors, I don't wear them enough to justify the purchase. I end up wearing them maybe 5 times at most before they get pushed to the back of my closet and join the rejection pile waiting to be donated or sold. If I could wear this outfit everyday, it would epitomize myself. Comfortable, practical, functional and slightly fashionable (I only say slightly because this is what a 'lazy day' outfit for me consists of), I can throw these pieces on together without a second thought.<br />
<br />
Which is actually what makes it so much more fun on days when I'm actually putting together outfits with more thought. Instead of singing to myself in the shower, I muse over which pieces would look great together, and I always try to never repeat the same outfit twice. Mind you that doesn't mean that I don't wear the same pieces twice, I just try to have a different outfit everyday in order to get my creative juices flowing and to maximize my wardrobe before I get bored and venture out to the mall again.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9mjKNoqP7Tb8iiDgxh52pyqIz7ybvzXWUVDQZgZqsTBwLhQOKZ3g-_xUsKMJOvN1SRfQJA-jOYWI5fMfggabOGVDkccVmz9Ko8MwKSVVBgudWgoNy1YjdP-N4EVh60UL2lIsVXvHAYlo/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Comfy & Cozy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9mjKNoqP7Tb8iiDgxh52pyqIz7ybvzXWUVDQZgZqsTBwLhQOKZ3g-_xUsKMJOvN1SRfQJA-jOYWI5fMfggabOGVDkccVmz9Ko8MwKSVVBgudWgoNy1YjdP-N4EVh60UL2lIsVXvHAYlo/s1600/2.jpg" title="Comfy & Cozy" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS_tH0ORrj96gxzNnGy6hV6bikkSicMrWghdH4maD8O5ZlGYMbmtqKCPu5tGrJBwLacFU8Z_BJH39VTOsUHT3H-1BDyP-UhjWJ346JWc1TR-9O3MNWnUkaW7ZHpiaNOAFHMx4ZtfFNG7I/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Comfy & Cozy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS_tH0ORrj96gxzNnGy6hV6bikkSicMrWghdH4maD8O5ZlGYMbmtqKCPu5tGrJBwLacFU8Z_BJH39VTOsUHT3H-1BDyP-UhjWJ346JWc1TR-9O3MNWnUkaW7ZHpiaNOAFHMx4ZtfFNG7I/s1600/4.jpg" title="Comfy & Cozy" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxZBrP2FBIvtZQpNrwgwtKnNF76oV85ph_1d8lK15BKLFR_ispk8nwO1WdGbAvPWd_n5xTXn9miWaLe_lkj5Lt0rcSg7l9IGZXo73HXNOV1QfPlLzHocPQrottp25XUbggwBzBa7z_kdk/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Comfy & Cozy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxZBrP2FBIvtZQpNrwgwtKnNF76oV85ph_1d8lK15BKLFR_ispk8nwO1WdGbAvPWd_n5xTXn9miWaLe_lkj5Lt0rcSg7l9IGZXo73HXNOV1QfPlLzHocPQrottp25XUbggwBzBa7z_kdk/s1600/1.jpg" title="Comfy & Cozy" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7atlwyLSFCSE3HgjWBh-t8NQ0inhnop9CP5BX-Udj_Z5xyLMDllcHRQ_WmLYVuuS7XgexK_jJaVOHEUp9ob2u0Jn8B2TYY_7vFSB-Ek_6hh74NR8GqXexg_DtrvnD4nlp0gyJgJFIZH4/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Comfy & Cozy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7atlwyLSFCSE3HgjWBh-t8NQ0inhnop9CP5BX-Udj_Z5xyLMDllcHRQ_WmLYVuuS7XgexK_jJaVOHEUp9ob2u0Jn8B2TYY_7vFSB-Ek_6hh74NR8GqXexg_DtrvnD4nlp0gyJgJFIZH4/s1600/3.jpg" title="Comfy & Cozy" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - Aritzia | Cardigan - <a href="http://www.oakandfort.com/women/cardigan/cardigan-7036.html" target="_blank">OAK + Fort</a> | Pants - American Eagle Outfitters | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-11745956522201432712014-12-09T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-09T08:00:06.312-05:00The Original Collar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIBE1CekVODPPdhRb8QdMptbvYTTRKjqqpE-XcOQzxQv38GUOWSEi19p_vKeuo3pKjvujrYFMN5fnyjlG4uCGGmm9kJKI5-TxkDIerJzdz5D7bdKGGqw0hyzruJHNmqLniSYPHRNW3zwM/s1600/3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIBE1CekVODPPdhRb8QdMptbvYTTRKjqqpE-XcOQzxQv38GUOWSEi19p_vKeuo3pKjvujrYFMN5fnyjlG4uCGGmm9kJKI5-TxkDIerJzdz5D7bdKGGqw0hyzruJHNmqLniSYPHRNW3zwM/s1600/3.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
I've officially broken out my Mackage for the winter and it's safe to say that I look like I'm dressing the opposite as to what I'm supposed to when wearing a 90% down filled coat. Yes, the jacket is designed to keep me warm, and it definitely does (I can get away with just a T-shirt underneath in -40 degree weather), but because it's so warm, I wear what I choose to without feeling cold. Ever. As if the winter and its whole entirety was negligible. Well besides the beautiful white winter wonderland component, but the cold, dryness and ice can just disappear.<br />
<br />
Besides the warm that it provides, I've actually had a hard time coming across a winter jacket that's functional and chic at the same time. The raccoon fur wrap-around collar injects a touch of luxury back into the practicality of winter-wear and the slim-silhouette puts some femininity where a down jacket usually masks. Don't get me wrong, I love my parkas (a toasty bum is a happy bum) and peacoats (welcome back waist line), but when it comes down to putting the two components together the availability of brands that provide that is slim to none. Enter Mackage.<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS46XC8mqovmO8hAQWvr1v9n0MpTYUvNVFLfBS_xZiETLrEaHCY97VzIScNXSqb-rLqL1blwLZXyw2_f-aUEDY0qe0DZxVRsaMbSvm6Ztjl6umeSdtqUY2-kPkmT7Tfwp3AzfC81l_Ct0/s1600/5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS46XC8mqovmO8hAQWvr1v9n0MpTYUvNVFLfBS_xZiETLrEaHCY97VzIScNXSqb-rLqL1blwLZXyw2_f-aUEDY0qe0DZxVRsaMbSvm6Ztjl6umeSdtqUY2-kPkmT7Tfwp3AzfC81l_Ct0/s1600/5.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZMsqTh5w5p2_elTIx4UH_nonQqppkyYqEX6n3GkCWtwxX_QVBEYhSchIbpN85kHX6c-IcHOyHzIC5NMNK5SQAdd4JIWiZz8SYbj-GR0N3e4lOd3fjwHwPP3lpOpwW2XdcxAFLH1YLgYI/s1600/7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZMsqTh5w5p2_elTIx4UH_nonQqppkyYqEX6n3GkCWtwxX_QVBEYhSchIbpN85kHX6c-IcHOyHzIC5NMNK5SQAdd4JIWiZz8SYbj-GR0N3e4lOd3fjwHwPP3lpOpwW2XdcxAFLH1YLgYI/s1600/7.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpZphUmT-gZ0CoIhNUNjWfKLanMzJZsHHieXeJtsJcztUfa_NHecukBddGOyzsd52x0PoRZcPTw08a7KaMY6FMsLv2TEdaXwuogKeIFpmzsBMzLnGvkRI6Sstj0JQiYhmwjGPSko2E9HY/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpZphUmT-gZ0CoIhNUNjWfKLanMzJZsHHieXeJtsJcztUfa_NHecukBddGOyzsd52x0PoRZcPTw08a7KaMY6FMsLv2TEdaXwuogKeIFpmzsBMzLnGvkRI6Sstj0JQiYhmwjGPSko2E9HY/s1600/1.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmcZdkyNMBuQK2BFki5DK3J9dHz2EXJuYy0qg7J2I7nSvcj89IFYqDcQh7aONM5w5jU7L9vQdI-XsFaKAZHSaxaPSz3ejpCHuiujWO4znG432NeDl6SpY08WtmntRaa429aV2pf6ekh08/s1600/9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmcZdkyNMBuQK2BFki5DK3J9dHz2EXJuYy0qg7J2I7nSvcj89IFYqDcQh7aONM5w5jU7L9vQdI-XsFaKAZHSaxaPSz3ejpCHuiujWO4znG432NeDl6SpY08WtmntRaa429aV2pf6ekh08/s1600/9.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4-psUBovPLZZjoLlS-GuLLKwb6EQ4WLQhe2bDymwYcGrSwDS87l6Mo58BpmdzhDA9zZqsm_HXS1l3_duAaPhZL6bOuxasJgEZNuvx76w48-wY2phE3RY14dztwqe-ywsJ1Qe8tfjsrw/s1600/2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig4-psUBovPLZZjoLlS-GuLLKwb6EQ4WLQhe2bDymwYcGrSwDS87l6Mo58BpmdzhDA9zZqsm_HXS1l3_duAaPhZL6bOuxasJgEZNuvx76w48-wY2phE3RY14dztwqe-ywsJ1Qe8tfjsrw/s1600/2.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOOmOq3ju326UdG5yRDAUFpfkpKF424F-ayg8pVCey9KgQFXPjll7_B3T4RJBwcrtVoDto1BtOfHdSDaq5RbmQM2ZL7LTxpiI2Cr38RwIOXQWsjqPI9oIrGnsqMuDaEXUiSuOq5LI48mk/s1600/8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOOmOq3ju326UdG5yRDAUFpfkpKF424F-ayg8pVCey9KgQFXPjll7_B3T4RJBwcrtVoDto1BtOfHdSDaq5RbmQM2ZL7LTxpiI2Cr38RwIOXQWsjqPI9oIrGnsqMuDaEXUiSuOq5LI48mk/s1600/8.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM-lohK-8W5zvpkk3itu1JZYNA22DuCmb74Xmw1Hd7GwwkW9RpzTKtVhZ685BYBSXulkWb8rfMsH1-a3tRhZh-vp0xJgnrvWLVpRGOQlljrdAcbxCT4uRUfe1OlJzHLzxfkHRPCyp7srE/s1600/4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM-lohK-8W5zvpkk3itu1JZYNA22DuCmb74Xmw1Hd7GwwkW9RpzTKtVhZ685BYBSXulkWb8rfMsH1-a3tRhZh-vp0xJgnrvWLVpRGOQlljrdAcbxCT4uRUfe1OlJzHLzxfkHRPCyp7srE/s1600/4.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBHXq9ocq7U6WVuYhdqPF2_0l9thHekXnheWyUBXSTZuOeVraAD6FJxZmXeCRxKHKd7Gn_I8nvSSXaVC8XxFZvTrIa8Rn0ucaHNCTi6wsYjEZgW6JEgiovn90gHtbjkfg7lVuVjzxo1E/s1600/6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMBHXq9ocq7U6WVuYhdqPF2_0l9thHekXnheWyUBXSTZuOeVraAD6FJxZmXeCRxKHKd7Gn_I8nvSSXaVC8XxFZvTrIa8Rn0ucaHNCTi6wsYjEZgW6JEgiovn90gHtbjkfg7lVuVjzxo1E/s1600/6.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAJz27dTMyX66ft1Ac_S9JgGzLssHtyIa50OAyLxgvicrzP7rofGztZmoKq2r4A_zwt2_HmFJVVzZoGC51-EhgOFtF8mYBhPG_ZyL1E0YMPxUoS4gKB_b1G0twvSXKzw4aC3hWCUpYbY/s1600/10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Original Collar" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAJz27dTMyX66ft1Ac_S9JgGzLssHtyIa50OAyLxgvicrzP7rofGztZmoKq2r4A_zwt2_HmFJVVzZoGC51-EhgOFtF8mYBhPG_ZyL1E0YMPxUoS4gKB_b1G0twvSXKzw4aC3hWCUpYbY/s1600/10.jpg" title="The Original Collar" /></a></div>
<br />
<div style="text-align: center;">
Top - Garage | Sweater - Brandy Melville | Skirt - H&M | Socks - Hudson's Bay | Boots - <a href="http://www.shoemint.com/shoes/isla" target="_blank">Shoemint</a> | Coat - <a href="http://www.mackage.com/ca/en/adali-f4-black-fitted-down-coat-with-fur-hood" target="_blank">Mackage</a></div>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-289822033674037166.post-440530589600477162014-12-08T08:00:00.000-05:002014-12-08T08:00:02.012-05:00Holiday Gift Guide: Under $50It's that time of the year again where we've begun counting down the days until Christmas and we're left scrambling for last minute gifts. If you haven't already planned out who exactly you've got to shop for and made a list of gift ideas (not me!), then you're in luck as I bring to you my annual gift guide! I decided to switch it up this year and work upwards as opposed my usual decrease in value. Hopefully my gift guides will supply you with enough ideas to help you out with your shopping this year.<br />
<br />
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThgOJZ1FzrGO0lQs5bHiHLN0mHIeobf1ZVMI98erqavFwILVPEj1urkwYlJJRF3-N5KfxC08rHLI2o2fOIa-C7SIX6pZYkj4JoqHS3QxWgmOb8xw95-dG55ZbqWiMMS65eo4kPdItpYs/s1600/9.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holiday Gift Guide: Under $50" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThgOJZ1FzrGO0lQs5bHiHLN0mHIeobf1ZVMI98erqavFwILVPEj1urkwYlJJRF3-N5KfxC08rHLI2o2fOIa-C7SIX6pZYkj4JoqHS3QxWgmOb8xw95-dG55ZbqWiMMS65eo4kPdItpYs/s1600/9.png" title="Holiday Gift Guide: Under $50" /></a></div>
<br />
<br />
<ol>
<li><a href="http://www.diptyqueparis.com/candle-snuffer.html" target="_blank"><b>Candle Snuffer</b></a> (Diptyque) | $38.00<br />I dislike blowing out candles with a passion since it counteracts the nice smell that was just wafting through my room with the smell of burnt wicks. So to make it a little bit classier, instead of just blowing out the candle, I'd love to be able to put it out with a candle snuffer.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.sephora.com/hand-creams-provence-P389545?icid2=loccitane_holidaycollection_carousel_P389545_image" target="_blank"><b>Hand Creams of Provence</b></a> (L'Occitane) | $50.00<br />Winter weather tends to dry out my hands, creating fragile skin that easily cracks and bleeds (is that TMI?). I tend to become OCD with moisturizing, but having oily hands is just not desirable either. I've found that L'Occitane hand creams leave my hands amazingly soft but without that oily residue, making it perfect for a girl who's constantly at a computer or camera all day long.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/confetti-dot-resin-iphone-case/vp/v=1/1568721977.htm?folderID=2534374302207753&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=13999" target="_blank"><b>Confetti Dot iPhone Case</b></a> (Kate Spade) | $40.00<br />Make a statement with this adorably simple phone case that's adorned with reflective glitter. Less definitely is more when it comes to glitter!</li>
<li><a href="https://www.victoriassecret.com/sleepwear/our-most-loved-pjs-a/the-fireside-long-jane-pajama?ProductID=215875&CatalogueType=OLS" target="_blank"><b>Fireside Long Jane Pajama</b></a> (Victoria's Secret) | $39.50<br />One of my favorite things to get for Christmas besides fuzzy socks (no shame for wanting fuzzy socks) is receiving a pair of comfortable pajamas. There's nothing better than a new pair of PJ's, and with the recent jogger trend, you can definitely transition the bottoms into a pair of comfy joggers for day wear.</li>
</ol>
<br />
<h3 style="text-align: center;">
Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?</h3>
Victoria Huihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08973664336715249353noreply@blogger.com0