goodbye summer

Just stumbled upon these pictures while uploading upcoming pictures that will appear on the blog and it reminded me that I had forgotten to put these online. Although summer seems to be long gone with this chilly weather that basically settled in without anyone's consent, I thought i'd finally share them with you. Goodbye now, you will be missed.

I think it is clear to everyone around me that I am not a huge fan of dresses. Very rare are the times I pick one out of my wardrobe and think to myself ''I should definitely wear this today". However, this dress changed the entire game for me. It was feminine in such a beautiful way and I could not resist it the moment I tried it on. The texture and the ''off the shoulder'' look just did it for me in a way no other dress has before.

I opted for simple gold jewelry just to enhance the femininity of the outfit and for me, it works perfectly. This BCBG MaxAzria ring was gifted to me and it hasn't left my finger ever since.

Dress by bebe(similar here), Heels by Zara, Ring by BCBG MaxAzria, Earrings by Aldo

Spotlight on: Eberjey

I've been wanting to talk about this brand for quite sometime now and this gloomy day seems quite

adequate for such a post. My love for lingerie is no secret and it has evolved in such a way that I spend much of my time searching for the next ensemble i'll spurge on. It is no wonder that I fell in love wih Eberjey, a brand who truly invests their time in creating intimates that are both comfortable and elegant.  Let me tell you one thing, their intimates are made out of the best materials out there! Once you go Eberjey, I tell ya... you'll never go back to anything else! Co-founders Ali Mejia and Mariela Rovito really focused on making Eberjey a lifestyle everyone would want to be part of. The best part is, they made it work and now their creations can be found basically everywhere in North America. From bralettes, to their kick-ass boy shorts and not to mention their oh-so-comfortable teddies, I can't begin to draw myself away from their creations. Not to mention their swimwear that looks just as tempting. I truly believe you should run to your closest lingerie store in order to set your hands on their sleepwear or shop online on their website here. The prices are great and believe me, you won't regret it. 

*Fellow Montrealers, Eberjey can be found at HR2, Lyla Collection, Holt Renfrew and Ogilvy.

Wearing: Theodora Teddy by Eberjey

the scarf print

 Bargain shopping is far from being my ''thing''. Over the years I've developed a certain phobia towards outlets and I try to stay as far away from them as possible. I've never really understood why people spend hours searching racks trying to find THE piece that will make them brag for hours about how cheap the item actually cost them. You can only imagine my annoyment when people started talking about HR2, Holt Renfrew's discount store which recently opened at Quartier Dix 30, and how they had  found amazing items from Joie, Armani and even, Alexander Wang(YES!). Sure, this sounded amazing but I couldn't even begin setting my mind around the fact I would have to set foot in a discount store, again. However, I did finally decide to go and have a sneak peak... after all, I did work right next to it. To my own astonishment, I started to make my way through different racks over and over again, and yep you can see it coming... I found this great Central Park West blouse for a mind-blowing price. This scarf print is actually quite versatile although I simply paired with a pair of white jeans on this particular day. It has an unbelievable softness to it and can be worn pretty much at anytime of the year. Yep, it's a keeper! 

 

Blouse by Central Park West, Jeans by Zara, Heels by Aldo Rise x J.W Anderson, Watch by Michael Kors

into the woods

Before I even begin to explain this outfit, although there isn't really anything to explain since a sheer blouse and baggy pants always make sense to me, let me share with you a story. It all began with a quiet stroll in Gastown last summer when I was in Vancouver with my family. So many interesting shops, but one in particular caught my eye. With only one foot into the door, my heart dropped. Oak + Fort had won my heart at that very second and ever since, I visit their website every week. I must say, this store is a hidden gem based in downtown Vancouver and everyone should visit it at least once. The spotlight shines on basic clothing pieces that, in the end, become your favorite pieces in your wardrobe. These baggy pants are a perfect example since it is probably one of the best investments I have ever made when it comes to clothing. Oak + Fort really explores the fine line between fashion and culture by taking basic clothing items and taking them to a whole other level. Be sure to check out their website and their facebook page.  

 

Blouse by Zara, Pants by Oak+Fort, Necklace and Watch by Michael Kors, Earrings by bebe

so chic so graphic

 I'd been searching for a skirt like this for quite some time up until the day I spotted one in the sale section at bebe. It's important to note how i'd been working there for six months now and never had I set eyes on it. Anyways, it is impossible to ignore how versatile a ruffled skirt like this can be. With the ''schoolgirl'' trend coming back in full force this fall, there is no doubt I will be wearing this beautiful piece over and over again.

Although this skirt reminds me my oh-so dreadful high school years wearing knee-high socks and ruffled navy skirts, pairing it with a killer graphic tee and a statement necklace changes the game! Adding a simple white blazer over the outfit brings out the chicness without making it look too over-dressed(Yes!)

Blazer by Zara (similar here), Graphic tank by Zara (similar here), Skirt by bebe (similar here), Necklace by bebe, Watch by Michael Kors, Heels by Aldo.

 

patched up

Couldn't wait to get these new babies on the blog! When I first saw these pants, they we're screaming my name on the hanger begging me to try them on. Sure thing, I tried them on and in a second they we're in a bag ready to make their way into my wardrobe... And now, they are my go-to item by excellence! Don't get me wrong, this outfit is basically a mix and match of every possible go-to item I have in my closet. Do not get me started on these heels that basically changed my life (Yes, i've been wearing these 24/7), and on this knit I got on sale from BCBG at Woodbury Outlets a couple of years ago... 

Pants by bebe, Knit by BCBG(similar here) , Heels by Aldo, Necklace by bebe (similar here), Watch by Michael Kors

whimsical prairies by Vincent Fugère

This particular photoshoot was quite nerve racking to me since I am a reserved person who dreads having to be seen in public in nothing but underwear. However, I did end up accepting to pose in lingerie which was quite the experience! Luckily for me, Vincent Fugère quickly put me at ease and now I found myself wanting to live this experience all over again. So here it is, take it or leave it, I believe there is no shame in sharing what to me is the biggest luxury out there: lingerie.

Working in the lingerie business for almost three years really made me appreciate every intrequite detail  that can be found in high end lingerie. This particular style(Jane for the intimates) is by Belgium lingerie brand Marie Jo, which is, to me, the most amazing company out there. I have this style in two other colors and somehow, I can't begin to draw myself away from it. The lace, the cut, the sheerness in the back... everything just seems to be perfect. Somehow, my passion for lingerie seems to keep growing over the years and now I can't settle for anything less than pure luxury.

Lingerie(Marie Jo)

Hope you enjoy,

Savannah