(source) With Black Friday around the corner, most of us are probably thinking of one of life’s greatest joys: shopping. However, as students, we’re often limited to our allowances from our parents. This makes shopping difficult when we’re alone: we’re not really capable of affording good quality clothing. So, many of us turn to fast-fashion:…
In the past few weeks, I’ve written about the basics of building a capsule wardrobe: from the what and whys of it to what it comprises of, it only seemed fitting that the final post in this series would be me sharing a bit of my own capsule wardrobe. I’ve omitted some things from this post…
Last week, I wrote the first post in this short series on decluttering through the building of a capsule wardrobe by introducing the philosophy behind it. In the second installation of the series, I will be explaining exactly HOW to create your own. In order to reduce the clutter of your closet, it is important…
From the transition from Junior High to High School, I’ve changed so much and in so many aspects of my life. My attitudes and beliefs changed most of all, and that has in turn influenced the way I live my life, including my choices about fashion. Fashion has become so much more to me than just…
PARKSHOW Calgary, presented by CF Chinook Centre, is a fashion show and art exhibit that features a wide variety of up and coming Canadian designers and professional artists. Their aim is to connect Calgary fashion and art lovers with today’s young talent who are becoming big influences across Canada. Park, which stands for “Promoting Artists,…
During summer, it often seems like you’re stuck in a period of endless nights where you can do whatever and sleep in till whenever with next to no obligations. Then, September rolls around and you can’t lounge on the couch all day in your pyjamas binge-watching Freaks & Geeks. It’s back to school time. And while…
I’m done with focusing on the negatives of back to school season. Yes, we will soon have responsibilities to upkeep and grades to maintain, but truthfully, September is one of my favourite times of the year. Coming back to school can mean so much more than just homework and stress, seeing your friends again, getting…
Are you tired of your winter sweaters and heavy boots? Are they still your go-to? Look no further because I have personally compiled a list of my favorite summer looks for this year. LIGHT & AIRY This summer I am really looking forward to lights. Light colors, light fabrics, and generally brightening my wardrobe…
2014 marked a big year for fashion. From the return of turtlenecks to the evolution of menswear-inspired outfits, the range of trends that were birthed, and a lot of them rebirthed with modern spins, were innovative and definitely sparked discussion in the fashion community. There will be mixed reviews to everything, and when it comes…
So wintertime is cold. And it just so happens that winter takes up a third of our Calgary year. Being an optimistic sweater lover, a long winter season means a long period of sweater weather. The best sweaters are warm, soft, and fashionable. It’s better to buy a sweater in store rather than online, to…
It hasn’t even been a month since school started, and I am waiting for summer already. School life is not easy – you know it, i know it, we all know it. So, just to make life a little easier, I have compiled five tips to make life go easy on you! 😛 1.…
The title says it all, these are my 3 favorite places to go whenever I’m out in our city. They are all unique, trendy and totally awesome, so go check them out! 1. Via Cibo This Italian “street food” restaurant is the best place to go get some lunch in Calgary! They make awesome Italian…
If you know me, you would say that my two favorite things are the internet and shopping, and although this is true, there is one thing I like more: when those two things are combined. I have a bit of an obsession for online shopping. The convenience of not leaving your house, waiting eagerly for…
Attention all of your Mortal Instrument Series book lovers out there! First off I would like to apologize, my witty title making skills are lacking in the humour department. The American clothing store Hot Topic is releasing a clothing line inspired by the book series by Cassandra Claire. They will also sell merchandise such as tattoos,…
Okay! Hi there, this the blog that’s going to summarize The Seventeen Ultimate Guide to Style: How to Find the Perfect Look. So in case, you’re a bit lost, I’m going to be covering different clothing styles highlighted in this book. It’s a general summary to help you find your style. So if you missed…