It’s hard to comprehend that three years has past since I started carving out my little space on the internet. The older I get the more sentimental I become, and even small moments in time, like taking a moment to reflect on this past year makes me emotional. If the prior year was the year of being broken down after my divorce, this past year has been the year of recovery. Picking up the pieces hasn’t been easy, I’m still late for 40% of my life, my house stays messy for far longer than it would have ever been acceptable before, I run on gas fumes far too often and my hosting events are few and far between. I was always known as the one that had it all together before. But now, I’m okay with being a little bit messy and late and not having everything pulled together. I’m okay with crying at TV commercials and songs that come on the radio and embracing the unexpected and unknown. I’m okay with throwing my hands up in the air when shit hits the fan because, hey, what else can you do.
And while there’s been so many ups and downs, having this blog as a constant has been the saving grace. I need to thank my fearless, loyal and loving brother-in-law, photographer and tireless blogging buddy. Thank you for your un-abandoning dedication to this blog, and for all of the time you put in to it. There are not enough thank-yous to communicate how much it has meant to me. To my family and dear friends and my new love, I don’t know how I got so lucky to have you all in my life, but thank you for your love and support. I couldn’t do life without you.
Moving forward I have plans, tremendous, lofty and dreamy plans for this blog. The best part of having your very own space in this vast world is that no one can dictate your thoughts or dreams or ambitions, and they can be as big as you can dream them to be. I want to thank you all for coming along on this ride with me the past three years. Your support and readership has kept me going, having someone to share a recipe or an outfit or an entertaining trick has forced light into the darkest of rooms. So let’s celebrate together, to being vulnerable, to personal growth, to new experiences and of course, sharing chic ensembles and delicious recipes along the way.
Alice + Olivia Blouse (similar here), Alice + Olivia Skirt (similar here), Valentino Handbag, Valentino Pumps (similar here), Michael Kors Watch, Stella + Dot Bracelet, Swarovski Bracelet
There aren’t many occasions in life that call for themed dress-up these days, but when opportunity calls, I come running. With Canada’s day of birth happening July 1st, there’s just no way I won’t be dressing up in red and white. The great part is that unlike Halloween, any type of red and white ensemble can truly be worn year round. So tell me, what is it that you’ll be donning to celebrate our great country’s big day?
J.Crew Tank, J.Crew Shorts, Valentino Wedges (similar here and here), Yves Saint Laurent Handbag (similar here), Michael Kors Watch, Stella + Dot Bracelet, Swarovski Bracelet
The older I get the more I realize that there are certain items of clothing that are about as easy to handle as a teenage girl going through puberty. Shorts are one of those items where I’m constantly wondering what the expiry date is on being too short and/or too tight. While the struggle is real I’ve found that these preppy J. Crew chino shorts are just the ticket to get me through a variety of events this summer. When paired with a silk top and heels it’s dressy all the way, but a drapey black tee and flips flops allow me to run to and fro fulfilling all of the errands I need to get done. For now, it’s problem solved.
Diane von Furstenberg Romper, Tom Ford Handbag, Valentino Sandals, Hermes Watch, Tiffany Bracelet, David Yurman Bracelet
I’ve raved about my love for rompers before, and this summer is no exception. With an abundance of styles done in various fabrics, colours and lengths, there is truly something for everyone. This particular romper has been my go-to lately, especially on the mornings when I’m running late, on days when I have to go from meeting to running errands, and on nights when I’m meeting the girls for drinks. I’m thinking I should probably add a few more just for variety’s sake in my closet, am I right?
Mason Shirt, Aritzia Skort (similar here and here), Stuart Weitzman Pumps, Chanel Handbag, Shinola Watch, Tiffany Bracelet, David Yurman Bracelet
When the summer days last well past the evening hour and that blue sky is calling, it’s hard to sit indoors at a desk and watch from the inside. Luckily my work allows for a balance of both, work and play, and on beauty days like the last few that Calgary has been experiencing it’s a little more play than work. Morning coffee is being had on the patio, dinners eaten outside on the deck, and long lazy walks with the dogs are being enjoyed. I hope wherever you may be you’re able to slow down, if even just for a moment, to enjoy the beauty of the lazy, hazy days of summer.
