Isabella Oliver Dress (different colour here and here), Elizabeth & James Blazer (similar here), Prada Booties, Chanel Handbag, J.Crew Earrings, Hermes Watch, David Yurman Bracelets
Canadian Thanksgiving is coming up this weekend and with events following behind for the next two weekends, it’s easy to assume that I’ve been maximizing my days to fit everything in. I’ve also been warned that your energy starts to wan in the last three months of pregnancy, and while I’ve been feeling so incredible as of late, I’m preparing for daily naps in my future. So while it lasts, here’s to unlimited energy reserves that will result in maximum productivity, or so I hope.
Isabella Oliver Tee, Citizens of Humanity Maternity Jeans, BCBG Trench Coat (similar here and here), Vince Booties, Louis Vuitton Handbag
It always takes my breath away to see the leaves on the trees change colour. The vibrant reds, oranges and yellows are so pretty it hurts, and the weather accompanying the artistic scenery has been above amazing. I’ve been trying to take advantage by getting outside, even if it means sneaking away from an ever-growing work load. I hope wherever you are you’re enjoying this season and time of year, because before we know it the snow will be falling.
While recently clearing out my closet to make room for the future family member, I came across an old trench coat with outdated sleeves. It got placed in the consignment pile, however, upon further review of it’s fantastic quality and classic body style, I decided that it just needed a slight update. By removing the sleeves and transforming it into a trench vest, it immediately became relevant again. Vests are huge this fall and I’m excited to get some use out of my ‘new’ trench vest. The best part is that the way in which I removed the sleeves allows for future alterations, leather sleeves in the future perhaps?
An out-dated sleeve style made this beautifully crafted trench the opposite of a go-to in my closet.
Before you start cutting into anything you need to assess the situation. My trench coat was unlined but the finishing detail was well done. If your coat is lined you’ll have a few additional steps, if you are unfamiliar with small alterations it may be worth it to take to a tailor to remove the sleeves for you.
For this type of situation you’ll need a stitch ripper or a pair of very small scissors to undo the the seams. In this case I had to stitch rip the casing at the top of the seam. If you’re able to take the casing off in one piece you’ll be able to re-use it so you don’t have to serge the seams.
After removing the casing at the top of the seam start stitch ripping the bottom of the seam that holds the sleeve to the body of the coat.
You should be able to remove the sleeve and the seam casing with moderate ease.
Take the casing and sew it on overtop of the new sleeve hole to hide the fraying edges of the fabric. If your coat did not have a casing you can either create a casing or use a serger to prevent the fabric from further fraying.
After you’ve sewn the casing back on or serged the seam, fold the outer edge underneath and topstitch it in place.
Voila, you have a fabulous new vest that is guaranteed to get lots of wear this fall and winter season.
Rachel Zoe Dress (similar here and here), Vince Booties (also here), Rag & Bone Fedora, Celine Handbag, Tiffany Earrings
This weekend was a fabulous mix of work and play, and while I had to sit out the trip to Seattle to cheer on the Seahawks in their home opener, I was still able to catch the game from the comfort of my couch. I’m 26 weeks now and squishing into my old wardrobe has become a bad scene from Cirque de Soleil. Thankfully all of my accessories not only still fit, but elevate anything I wear. I’m wondering, has anyone ever worn a fedora and heels in the delivery room? I guess there’s a first for everything.
Vince Cardigan, T by Alexander Wang Tee, Rag & Bone Denim, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, 3.1 Phillip Lim Handbag, Lisbeth Necklace, Hermes Watch, David Yurman Bracelet, Tiffany Bracelet
I’ve mentioned before and I’ll do so again, fall is my favourite. As the leaves begin to take on gorgeous, vibrant jewel tones, the air gets crisp and ambition creeps up on me. Fall feels more like the New Year than the actual New Year, with infinite possibilities, alongside a feeling of new beginnings. It’s perfect timing to to get everything organized as I know the next couple of months are going to fly by, and before I know it the littlest member of the family will be here.
