denim daze

 Having a chem, physics, and pre-cal test all in the span of two days is just the same as having three different math tests. Nonetheless, I got through it with a lot of late nights studying (ok, well more like panicking and listening to Taylor Swift), and answered prayers for an easy test. With a pro-d on Friday, I can feel my excitement build as the weekend approaches.

NOTE: It was my friend, Angelyn's, first time shooting for me today. Good job, Angelyn. This shout out is for you. Because you asked me to.

 I will be 100% honest, this look is inspired by feralcreature, aka Eugenie Grey (she is stunning and everything about her is flawless - fact). With a little bit of changes here and there, I decided to recreate this adorable denim on denim look, starting with pairing my chambray shirt and light blue skinnies. I went for the thickest cardigan I had, and went minimal with the accessories. Lastly, a look is incomplete without a nice pair of heels, so of course, I just had to wear my Chelsea boots.

Close up on double denim and super cozy sweater, woohoo.

The most annoying part of this look is probably the chambray shirt. It will just never stay perfectly tucked in! Sigh, oh well, struggles. At least the overall look isn't too bad.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Chambray shirt: Forever 21 (similar)
Sweater: Forever 21
Necklace: Topshop
Jeans: American Eagle (x)
Watch: American Apparel (x)
Shoes: Topshop (x)

bold black

It was Thursday, and to say that my patience for waiting for the weekend was wearing thin, would be an understatement. To recap the end of my schoolweek, it went a little like this: notes, work, yawn, eat, work some more. OH, I also occasionally fell asleep in class, and had Starbucks delivered to me (I love my friends), as well as had friends take pictures of me asleep (I hate my friends). Oh, how I can't wait for the weekend.

Over 50% of all my favourite outfits are either a) monochrome, or b) all black, so it's not very surprising that my wardrobe choices often lack colour. Although, what I lack in brightness, I try to make up for with patterns and textures! I wore a simple collared sweater, with pearls for the collar, that really reminds me of vintage clothing (I simply adore it). Underneath, I picked out a simple floral skirt, and went for sheer tights and black ankle boots (I had black and white polka dot socks peeking out for just a little pop!). Lastly, an outfit is not complete without a cute jacket in my opinion, so I went for my classic leather jacket to give the looks the edge it needs.

Close-up of the pearls on my collar! Like mentioned, I just love the sweater since it reminds me of the 50's/60's, sort of like the Breakfast at Tiffany's look. Don't know quite how to explain it, but I just simply feel much more put together with the pearls, instead of just a simple white collar.

My leather and I are now one, we will never be apart. PS, my nails are super chipped, oops.

Black on black on black on sheer black.

As soon as fall comes around, my love for patterned socks always hits me like a train. They are just so cozy and festive, and even the smallest and simplest of patterns make an outfit just so much more... fall?? Basically, this little blurb is to say that a) these socks made my life, and b) the closer it is to Christmas, the more I will wear cute socks.

OUTFIT INFO:

Sweater: A store in Gastown (similar)
Skirt: Topshop (similar) (similar)
Leather jacket: Topshop (x)
Tights: Drugstore
Socks: Mother's closet (oops) (similar)
Ankle boots: Topshop (similar)

oversize me

 To say that these last few days have been like a roller-coaster ride for me would be a grand understatement. To summarize, I am sick, stressed out half the time and just plain happy the other half, while still managing to have terrible mood swings. The theatre production begins soon, and I am nervous. To top it all off, my tv doesn't have the channel for American Horror Story anymore, so I'll have to stream it or watch it later. Boo.

Despite the fact that it's October, the weather is warmer than it was last week. That hasn't stopped me from layering though. I haven't worn this oversize denim jacket in a while, so I decided to bring that out of the closet, and paired it with a classic plaid shirt and black jeans for a somewhat grunge-y feel. I added my Docs to go with the look as well as for comfort, and finally, just went for my usual watch and rings.

Slightly cringing at my hand right now. Why is it in a claw? Why am I so awkward? Sigh.

 Not too sure why, but I just love the masculine look of collars and rolled up sleeves (esp with like a pattern on the cuff.. if that makes sense...) so so so much.

Just some pics of my Docs, because they seriously give any outfit the perfect amount of edge and they're super comfy. Like seriously comfy. Or maybe that's just me since I wear heels 24/7.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Red flannel/ plaid: TNA/ Aritzia (similar)
Oversize denim jacket: American Apparel (x)
Black skinny jeans: American Eagle (x)
Watch: American Apparel (x)
Doc Martens: Doc Martens (x)

basic black

The school week is over and the weekend is upon me, yes! Of course, by the time I post this, it'll already be over but, let's ignore that. Anyways, I ended off the weekday with two quizzes, and a bit of stress, but luckily had a small girls night that cheered me up. We binge ate, gossiped, and laughed our little hearts out. Aaah, there's really no better way to start the weekend.

Usually I'd end the week off a little brighter, but after staying late for theatre crit and then opening the school day with 2 quizzes, it's safe to say I woke up feeling less than par. To match my tired state, I chose a simple all-black outfit. I instinctively grabbed a black t-shirt, skinny jeans and ankle booties as well as my signature two necklaces. For a pop of quirkiness, I grabbed my new bomber jacket filled with cheesy patches. Team Gals anyone?

I absolutely cannot get over how cute the patches on this jacket are. They're so cheesy and really do make me feel like I'm at some Nascar event instead of Chemistry, and just sigh I can't get over it. I really can't.

Here's my attempt at looking waay more "biker chick" than I actually am. Pretty sure I failed big time, and I ended up looking more like Skrillex with ombre, but okay.

OUTFIT INFO: 

Black bomber: Topshop (x)
Black t-shirt: Oak + Fort (x)
Short necklace: Topshop
Crystal necklace (long): Urban Outfitters (x)
Black jeans: American Eagle (x)
Ankle boots: Topshop (x)

vertigo

Yesterday was nothing but go, go go, requiring me to wear flats so my feet don't cry. While classes were really chill, during my free block I went to Metrotown to help a friend deliver resumes and then have some Greek food (mmm, I can still taste the pita bread). I got home around 5, and had to rapidly finish my English before I rushed off to watch a play for Theatre Crit (it was an interpretation of The Rime of the Ancienct Mariner). The play was fantastic (and the lead looked and acted perfectly), and by the time I got back, I could barely keep my eyes open. Bliss.

Knowing I had a long day ahead of me, I only had two things in mind: layers and comfort. For comfort, I went for my classic pair of blue skinny jeans (rolled up, to make it sleeker), and black flats. To make the look a bit edgier, I wore my leather-sleeved military jacket, as well as my black and white spotted crop top. Lastly, I'm addicted to warm circle scarves and just had to add my cream one for a light touch to the outfit.

These flats are cute as heck but absolutely kill my feet. Thank god, I've had enough practice with shoes that make my feet bleed.

 Quick picture of the sky after our shoot. It was absolutely stunning, I couldn't resist.

My attempt at making different poses. Ooh, fun (yeah I should never try to make a pose other than a straight face ever again).

OUTFIT INFO:

Spotted shirt: Topshop (x)
Military jacket: Aritzia (x)
Circle scarf: I don't remember (similar)
Crystal necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Skinny jeans: American Eagle (x)
Black flats: Aldo (x)