Showing posts with label outfits. Show all posts
Showing posts with label outfits. Show all posts

Wednesday, 20 January 2016

Piled n' Polished



Hello everyone!

It certainly has been a while hasn't it? I don't want to bore you too much as to why I went on a brief "hiatus," so I'll  just quickly summarize it: I lost all my pictures and school left me too busy to replace any of them with new blog posts. However, with applications all done and my extracurricular activities almost taking a pause, I am finally left with time to blog again. Oh happy days!

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Sunday, 15 March 2015

coffee shop classic


I spent this weekend in Seattle, hence I couldn't update as much blogging done as I wanted to despite having pictures already pre-taken. Anyways, I will upload a Seattle Photo Diary, as well as a double outfit entry pretty soon, but for now a simple outfit entry I took two days before my trip will just have to do.

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Tuesday, 10 March 2015

knee socks


So, it's been a while. After what felt like the longest and most stressful week of my life, is two weeks of (hopefully) utter bliss and I cannot wait. Yesterday marked the first of what I hope are many adventures to come during this break. So, let's let the good times roll.

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Thursday, 30 October 2014

checkmate



It feels like it's been centuries since I last updated this blog, when in reality it's been just one really rollercoaster week. But nevertheless, I am back! And with Halloween coming up, the blog posts are bound to keep on coming.

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Sunday, 5 October 2014

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)

Friday, 3 October 2014

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)

Wednesday, 1 October 2014

navy blooms


Finally, Vancouver has braced us with a rain-free day! After school, I had a few friends come over to help practice for Mainstage (our school's big theatre production) auditions (wow I feel like we're in High School Musical). This year it's a musical, and as I sing like a dying dog, I'm not too confident in my singing (nearly 4 years of theatre company confidence down the drain by one small solo). We spent the entire time after school practicing songs, with a small shoot break, and even till now, because I have the best neighbour in the world, I am still singing "Bubbly" into the dark of the night.




Without a cloud in the sky, I decided it was the right time to wear some summer-to-fall transition outfits. I paired this romper, that I wore all summer, with a pair of sheer black tights and a loose batwing cardigan to fit in more with the fall weather. I wore my usual layered necklaces, and decided it was time to break out my new ankle booties. My obsession with black boots is unhealthy.


As much as I love this romper, with it's adorable pattern and lace detailing, it is like Mission Impossible to go to the washroom in this thing. TMI? Oh well. At least it's cute.


Welcome to the family, my new, beautiful babies. There is nothing better than sleek black boots.

 Playground pit stops.

Here is my extremely failed attempt of twirling in my batwing cardigan. I make myself cringe sometimes. I look like I'm dancing at Coachella.




OUTFIT INFO:

Romper: Urban Outfitters (similar)
Batwing cardigan: Brandy Melville (x)
Short necklace: Topshop
Crystal Necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Tights: Drugstore
Shoes; Topshop (x)

Saturday, 27 September 2014

speckled mind



Last day of school is here, YEEES! While I am happy to be back, it's obviously a good feeling to have the weekend again, and to have nothing to do. Fortunately, I ended the week off with my favourite of my two-days (aka how my school works: Day 1/ Day 2), Day 2. I opened up the day with Acting, where we had to build a bridge out of newspapers and tape (I think I've found my calling as a terrible architect), and we (surprisingly) succeeded in building our bridge, but we mostly just laughed at our hideous tape monster. Next was Sociology, and we had a long and interesting debate on different stereotypes and how they were True or False. I can gladly predict this will be my favourite class, possibly of all-time. After lunch was math, and I can't really say anything too kind about quadratic formulas. I ended off with a fortunate Free Block, spent going to Starbucks and seeing past graduates. By the time it was time to go home, it was pouring (and I mean pouring) rain, so I just spent some time relaxing at home, with a cup of tea and two good friends.




Like I mentioned, it was pouring rain. Hence, I was unable to take these outfit pics yesterday and had to take them this (Saturday) morning. It was so bad, the entire front of my pants were completely soaked (I actually looked like I was wearing two different pairs of jeans). Anyways, I knew in the morning before school that it would be rainy, so I decided to dress casual and a bit warmer. I wore my simple grey jeans that I rarely wear, and went with a classic grey shirt. The real winner of this outfit, is the knit speckled cardigan I'm wearing, which is actually a birthday gift from last year! I wore a circle scarf (my fall essential aside from ankle booties and military jackets), and to make the outfit more interesting, I wore my long crystal necklace underneath. Lastly, knowing it was gonna rain, I just wore my comfy and durable riding boots.

 Words can't explain how soft and warm this sweater is, my god.


I just found out this morning one of the zippers on the boot is slightly broken. Boo. Now I have to get it fixed, sigh.




OUTFIT INFO: 

Cardigan: Birthday gift (Forever 21, I think)
Shirt: Oak + Fort (x)
Circle Scarf: Forgot (similar)
Crystal Necklace: Urban Outfitters (x)
Grey Jeans: Hot Topic (I think) (similar)
Boots: Mom's closet (similar) (similar)

Friday, 26 September 2014

one day i'll fly away



It's only my third day of school, yet I have managed to a) annoy a teacher (I think. Note to teachers if you one day read this: just because I'm loud does not mean I'm stupid), b) procrastinate on my homework (like seriously, I have done the safety unit for the last 3 years, must I do it again), and c) get annoyed until I'm on the verge of tears. That's a good start. Despite all that though, I am happy that it's much easier to get back into schedule. I have enjoyed my English class quite a bit (fun students + fun teacher, ayee), and while I didn't get the Chem teacher I wanted, I'm glad to have some good friends in that class. French is a party, and I'm learning to enjoy Physics, so I guess you could say class-wise, things are going just fine. Although, figuring out which teacher to become a service student for has been tougher than I imagined. My all-time favourite teacher already has about 5 other kids lining up to service for him, and another one of my choices is unfortunately replaced by a substitute that makes me want to rip my hair out. Sigh. At least I got to watch the premiere of How to Get Away with Murder tonight (I swear this is not something to be worried about). For a show that's basically like Suits but in college and revolved around murder, it's wickedly good.





 The moment that Pumpkin Spice starts returning to every food joint, I know that fall is here, and that it is time to bring back one of my favourite accessories: circle scarves. For some reason, I don't feel that regular scarves look good on me. They're cute, but I can never manage to wrap them nicely, so that's why circle scarves are like a gift sent from the heavens. They add a cute, cozy feel to any look, and on a simple look, like this one, it just adds depth and makes it more interesting. I wore one of my favourite patterned sweaters, that is oh-so cozy and perfect for the fall, either on it's own or on top of a button down. For my bottoms, I wore a pair of light blue skinnies that I really should wear more often since my dark blue jeans are actually dying. As usual, I am almost never seen without either heels or boots, or boots with heels, so I finished off the look with my black ankle booties.


Fun fact: I actually got this sweater, not from Topshop, but from Topman. I find that Topman, and other stores I shop at with a guys' section, have the best selection for graphic shirts and interesting sweaters. They're oversize, and extremely soft and cozy, and honestly that alone makes me love guys' clothing so much. To add on to that though, they tend to have more intriguing patterns and designs as well. Needless to say, at least 50% of all my fall/winter sweaters are from the Men's section. No shame.


Whilst taking pictures at a nearby complex, we were photobombed by the most adorable army of little kids! At first, I thought they would just disregard us, but I overheard the first boy (in the red, pictured in the first photo) saying "They're taking pictures! PHOTOBOMB!" And that was when my heart melted. I'm (sadly) not going to upload all the photos with them in the background, as you would probably die of cuteness. After much giggling and some stares whilst we finished shooting, I thought that that would be goodbye; I was wrong. They proceeded to follow us like little spies, hiding every time we turned around, equipped with their little toy swords and such. I'm pretty sure I squealed at least a dozen times.




OUTFIT INFO: 

Sweater: Topman
Circle Scarf: I can't remember (similar)
Jeans: American Eagle (x)
Watch: American Apparel (x)
Bracelet: Brandy Melville (similar)
Boots: Topshop (similar)