Pink Stripes

pink stripes nautical outfit

pink stripes nautical outfit
pink stripes nautical outfit

pink stripes nautical outfit
pink stripes nautical outfit
pink stripes nautical outfit

Top, Winners. Jacket, Old Navy. Tights, Talula (Aritzia). Flats, Zara. Purse, bracelet c/o Pinkstix. Sunnies, Gucci. Necklace, Stella & Dot. Ring, Samantha Wills.

Never really been into stripes before, but these pink and white ones may have started something. It was a laid back day for running errands so I wanted something simple. This side slit top paired really well with white leggings and I liked the way the blue denim popped against the pink stripes. Accessorized with a statement necklace and hand bag (which also converts to this style) and some other gold toned accessories. Not bad for running errands.

xo

7th Heaven

nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
nasty gal knit tank with cropped 7 for all mankind jeans
pink cherry blossoms

Top, bralette, Nasty Gal. Jeans, 7 For All Mankind. Shoes, Pink Martini. Purse, Chocolate. Sunnies, Foster Grant.

When it comes to brand name denim, I’ve always been a Rock & Republic kinda girl. I’m also very loyal so I seldom stray away from something that I like. That being said, I have never owned, or even so much as tried on, a pair of 7 for all Mankind jeans. Well…the other day when I was trying on jeans, my size only seemed to be available in a pile of 7 Jeans and so I gave them a shot. Holy smokes – where have these jeans been all my life!? (Well apparently everywhere, I was just too busy avoiding them) Not only did they fit PERFECTLY, but they have got to be the most comfiest jeans I have ever owned! (They feel like a nice pair of soft yoga pants – none of that stiff denim feel).

I usually struggle with finding jeans (or even pants) with a proper waist to hip ratio for my body type. Hence a lot of times I end up having to buy a size up just to get them over my hips only to be left with a baggy waistline. But not with these bad boys – snug as a bug! 7 For All Mankind jeans indeed – I am a newly converted believer! Styled here with Nasty Gal summer staples (crochet knit + bralette).

What are some of your favourite jean brands, and how do you find they fit?

Umbrella

chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit
chambray jacket with umbrella spring outfit

Maxi dress, Forever 21. Jacket, Gentle Fawn. Flats, Zara. Umbrella c/o Brelli. Bag, Marc Jacobs. Ring, Samantha Wills.

From the other day when we were hanging downtown and I had the opportunity of giving my new Brelli umbrella a spin. The weather was pretty drab. As such I wore a comfy jersey maxi dress with a long chambray jacket with lace up flats. Effortless. In the end this worked out well as the on and off rain gave us an opportunity to photograph the umbrella, the outfit providing a pretty neutral background to the statement accessory. This baby is not only beautifully crafted but also provides 99% UV coverage, can withstand winds up to 40 mph and of course will give you shelter from the rain. It is also eco-friendly which just makes it more chic. Rainy days just became fun again.