BEACH HOUSE BATHING BEAUTY

Hey Ladies! Old Navy swimsuit sale is a MUST DO!! I nabbed this black one piece for $27! I've been a bikini girl for years, but was looking for a one piece to house all my jiggly bits. This suit does it well, a little demure never hurt anybody.


Here are my top runner ups 

  

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FASHIONABLE ACT OF KINDNESS

Isn't she lovely?

 And I'm happy to report she is a total sweetheart. I've put Miss *Vanessa Minnillo* at the top of my growing "nice celebrity" list. I'll be honest, I never took notice of Vanessa before, as I spent the better part of a decade in Vancouver, Canada where girls that look like her are a dime a dozen. 

Flawless skin and gorgeous hair etc etc... However, not every beautiful girl will stop and take notice of smitten 5 year old boy and make his day with a genuine little chat.  Thanks for breaking the hollywood stereotype Minnillo, showing a stranger some love is always "guilt free".

DO IT. LOVE IT.  

 

"Guilt free" choices white tee Old Navy $12.50 $4.97 

High waisted denim McQ $290 80%off $58 

 Sunglasses Forever 21 $5.80 

Shoes $80 and Bag $40 $24.98 both Aldo.

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FRONT STREET FASHION

Although there was a language barrier, there was not a style barrier between us.

 It took probably a bit too much time to explain what I wanted to do (take her picture) and why I wanted to do it (thought she looked cute). 

But, when she finally realized I was harmless (after cooing over her vintage Coach bag), she went from deadpan to "this is my good side".

"Guilt free" options

 

Skirt $20 Forever 21 

Necklace $10 F21

Old Navy Tank $10

Old Navy Cardi $20

Aldo Sandal $55

Vintage HERMES bag $375

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FRONT STREET FASHION

Okay, so I'm having one of those days. I woke up with a long list of "to do's" and not a whole lot of energy. Nevertheless, as the mother of a 5 year old boy, I had to push through the lack of inspiration and start the day.  

After getting my daily dose of caffeine, I began my short walk home waiting for the effects to kick in. In the distance I caught a glimpse of this fantastic silhouette. As she approached I was hoping that she had a welcoming smile to match her great look.  And she didn't disappoint.  Her earphones said "don't bother me", but her outfit said "stop and talk to me".

I listened to her outfit.

Her favorite piece is this cheerful cross-body bow bag from Urban Outfitters from about 3 years ago.

Shop this look "guilt free".

ASOS Double Breasted Mac $85

Marla Sweater Tunic Forever 21 $14

Topshop Leggings $24

Old Navy Faux Leather Boot $20

Free People Cross body Perforated bow bag $39

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EUROPEAN WEEKEND ESSENTIALS

So you've got the opportunity to get away for a weekend.

 

 aveda tourmaline charged eye creme $35, Ipod shuffle at Apple Canada from $69

 Be it Munich, New York, Toronto, or Vancouver. I've put together a basic group of things that will help alleviate the stress of what to wear and help you concentrate on having a great time.


First let me say, enjoy those cocktails (cheers), but have a glass of water to every drink and you'll be less likely to end up somewhere you don't want to be. 


Next, bring your music for the plane. Even though you're about to twirl the weekend away, other people are travelling with babies.  They're adorable, but not always as seasoned in the travel department as the rest of us. Don't complain, just drown it out and smile!


And please, invest in a great eye creme, it will make all the difference while you're on your trip and also when you've got to return to the real world.


When in doubt, go black.
  It's classic and timeless and no matter what the trend or price point, you look like a million bucks. 
Silence and Noise dress $42, forever 21 black leggings $13, scarf/ cardigan $18, chunky cardigan $25, Old Navy trenchcoat $50, short faux leather boot $40, Aldo black Diga ankle boot $60

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CASUAL CUTIE

Strolling through the mall with my boys I spotted Belinda, a floor below us, and dashed down the nearest escalator to introduce myself. Not only did this student have an incredible sense of style, she was incredibly sweet and undeniably saavy. After enthusiastically hugging me, she shared her

insider shopping hangouts.

Fedora- The Bay

Scarf- Reitmans

Jacket- Danier

Cardigan/Denim Shirt- Joe Fresh

Jeans- Forever 21

Leather Shoulder Bag- Vintage

Chucks- Converse

Taking Belinda's look as inspiration, you can also put a similar look together at Old Navy and Payless...believe it or not.

 

above- Tunic $27 Cardi $25 Flirt Skinnies $20

All OLD NAVY

below- Airwalks $18 Fedora $15 'Joan' Cross body bag $15

All PAYLESS

below- scarf $8 faux leather jacket $42

both FOREVER 21

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