MAC'S NEW HOLIDAY COLLECTION IS BOMB!
It's not your imagination - MAC's holiday sets really are getting better and better each year! Themed Nutcracker, MAC has us going crazy for their nude lip kits that make us say "Kylie who?". Make sure you check our their extensive collection in store because the four kits featured here just barely skim the surface on the entire Nutcracker collection.
Add the limited collection to your Xmas wish list, get one for your sis, your mum and your girlfriend, wife or that fabulous man in your life who wears eyeliner better than you.
Happy gifting!
*In collaboration with MAC Cosmetics Canada.
THE DRESS TO WEAR THIS FALL/ WINTER
Every season comes with its own set of trends but we keep seeing this one time and time again when the cold weather hits - the sweater dress.
This one here from Revolve gets an updated look with an oversized tie going down each side of the dress that drops to about mid calf. It offers more movement and fun factor to the usual dresses we've seen in the past. Best of all, it's super cozy and warm and you'll never want to take it off.
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In collaboration with Revolve.
WHAT TO BUY DURING SEPHORA'S VIB ROUGE SALE
The VIB ROUGE SALE is my favourite time of the year! JK it's actually my birthday but this comes close. During the last VIB sale I spoiled myself with hair gadgets like Drybar's flat iron and Sephora's mini travel ionic blow dryer but now that I'm stocked in the hair dept I wanted to focus on adding some holy grail goodies to my makeup bag.
Here's what I bought during Sephora's 20% off sale.
I also bought a couple of things online since I couldn't find them in store - Etat Libre d'Orange's Noel Au Balcon perfume and Shu Uemera's S Curler.
The VIB Rouge sale ended yesterday but I believe the regular VIB sale follows it.
Happy shopping!
This post is not sponsored by Sephora. All items where purchases my me.
THE TREND TAKING OVER INSTAGRAM THIS FALL
It's a pantyhose take over on IG this season! Have you been paying attention? Girls are wearing their tights under their jeans or wearing patterned tights and I'm loving it! Fishnets, polka dots, sparkly socks with sandals. Skies the limit and let's face it, this is one of the least expensive ways of update your #ootd's this fall.
I teamed up with Montreal based Rachel's Box, called Le Coffret de Rachel in french, and I'm excited to show you guys my take on the tights trend!
Since tights are a necessity for us living in colder climates, chances are you already have a few pairs in your drawer but how you layer them this fall is what matters. Like I already mentioned, tights under ripped jeans are big this season but here I wanted to go for a more traditional look with a twist. A leather skirt with zippers says "I don't dress for anyone but myself" and the statement shoe to makes my outfit pop. For another contrast, my striped shirt pairs well with the polka dot tights and keeps the look from being too boring. (Then again, can anything look boring with these tights?)
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I want to know if you guys are going to be trying your hand on the tights trend this season. If you do, tag me so I can see your looks!
As for the dot tights in this post, you can get them on Rachel's Box here. They also offer tights subscription on a monthly basis where they preselect tights for you if you're into surprises.
*This post is sponsored by lecoffretderachel.com.
HOW TO WEAR HIS SHIRT
Wearing his shirts is so much easier than wearing a fitted feminine top. For one, you can conceal your full belly post hearty brunch and not feel self conscience. Also, wearing his top gives your outfits new proportions - example, an oversized shirt and a pair of leather leggings with a pair of Stan Smiths. Talk about effortless.
Don't be afraid to shop in the men's section or go a size up in the women's department. The t-shirt I'm wearing here is from Paris based brand, Black Kaviar and is a men's small.
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Skinny jeans and a classic ankle boot balance out the oversized top. I also paired it with a beautifully cut smoking jacket from Kooples to compliment the tee.
This post is sponsored by Shopbop.com
All opinions and photos are my own.
WHAT TO WEAR ON A RAINY DAY
Two of my favourite trips to Montreal where during the rainiest times the city has probably ever seen but that didn't stop the fun. I was equipped with the cutest Moschino umbrella that I sadly broke after my trip. Leave it to me to be so accessories obsessed that it's taken me 8 years to find an adequate-ish replacement.
I recently picked up this clear birdcage umbrella and that gets tons of comments on IG anytime I post it. Since it's clear, it goes with everything in my closet and it makes a statement. Instead of reaching for the rain jacket, I opt for a cozy buffalo plaid jacket. Underneath I'm wearing a wrap blouse from Revolve that has a chic little floral pattern.
Rainy days don't have to mean wellies and rain coats. Leave that to the torrential down pour days and just get yourself a cute umbrella instead. ;)
SHOP THE RAINY DAY LOOK
In collaboration with Revolve.
Shoes sponsored by Town Shoes.
OCTOBER FAVES FEAT. NESPRESSO
It's time to bring back the Monthly Faves series because there are so many things I fall in love with each month that don't make it to the blog. October is the perfect time to start since it finally feels like fall and my perfume, skincare and even my snacks have taken an autumnal turn.
WELLNESS
I went to dinner with Saje Natural Wellness recently and what I learned made me love their products even more. Take the Immune roller for example (germ & virus fighting remedy), apply it to the palms of your hands, rub them together and cup them over your mouth/ nose and inhale deeply with your eyes closed. Another favourite, the Peppermint Halo roller for headache relief. Just rub some on your temples and crown of your head to soothe away a headache.
In my home I use the natural oils via the Ultrasonic Diffuser (currently on sale) which creates negative ions and cleans the air and makes me feel better. My fall faves are Glow (warm inviting scent of vanilla, ginger and cinnamon) and the 100% grapefruit oil, which makes me happy and inspired.
MAKEUP
On the days I hardly wear makeup I still like to curl my lashes. I use my Shu Uemera eyelash curler followed by Pixi's waterproof mascara to hold the curl. If I'm going to an event I use Charlotte Tilbury's Legendary Muse eye shadow palette which consists of rose and gold shades that are universally flattering and very glamourous. I finish my look by adding a touch of the glittery gold shadow to the centre of my eye lids for some true glam.
SNACKS
Hungry Buddha has a limited fall flavour coconut chip that is TDF - Pumpkin Spice! If you like PSL's, you're gonna love these! (I'm probably gonna cry when I eat my last bag...)
For drinks I'm almost embarrassed to admit that I drink about 2-3 cups of coffee a day. My favourite is medium roast called Rosabaya, a Colombian Arabic blend that's available for the Nespresso Prodigio machine. For those PSL lovers, Nespresso has a limited edition Pumpkin Spice Cake roast for the VertuoLine machines. (Read my Nespresso VertuoLine review here.)
SHOP MY OCTOBER FAVES
SKINCARE
As a freelance blogger I try a lot of skincare but I only have two all time favourites brands and one happens to be Darphin. This month they released their Lumière Essentielle collection with a new serum and moisturizer.
Essential oils of citrus, florals, cedarwood, and ginger visibly illuminate and revitalize the skin. Instantly, skin looks and feels soft, supple, and glowy.
I love it so much I want to smear it over my entire body but it's pricey so I'll leave it to my face, neck and décolletage for now.
PERFUME & JEWELRY
Another vanilla scent makes it to my list of Oct faves but this time in perfume. Aerin's Tangier Vanille evokes the feeling of being whisked away on an exotic romantic holiday. It's feminine and mysterious and I can't get enough.
For accessories I've been wearing my David Yurman Renaissance Bracelet with everything, even with this little chicken bracelet from the French brand called La Môme Bijou. It's goes all of my outfits and I love the pop of red.
7 PERFUMES TO WEAR THIS FALL
I once saw a woman wearing a Canada Goose parka and flip flops in JULY. No one wants to see a parka in the summer and no one likes it when they smell fragrances that are inappropriate for the season. This fall, here are some fabulous fragrances that will leave people wanting to know what you're wearing instead of scratching their heads in confusion.
MARC JACOBS DIVINE DECADENCE
Sensual. Luxurious. Radiant.
Top Notes: champagne, orange blossom, bergamot
Heart Notes: gardenia, hydrangea accord, honeysuckle, iris flower
Base notes: saffron, vanilla, liquid amber
CALVIN KLEIN DEEP EUPHORIA
Provocative. Sensuous. Intoxicating.
Top Notes: cascalone, white pepper, Mandarin leaves
Heart Notes: black magic rose, geranium, jasmine, sambac
Base notes: musk, patchouli, mineral woods
YVES SAINT LAURENT MON PARIS
Dazzling. Modern. Floral.
Top Notes: strawberry, raspberry, pear, bergamot
Heart Notes: datura, peony, orange blossom, Chinese jasmine
Base notes: Indonesian patchouli leaf, white musk, ambroxan
LAURA MERCIER VANILLE GOURMANDE
Rich. Luxurious. Timeless.
Notes: Captures the essence of vanilla orchid & vanilla liqueur, vanilla musk, heliotrope, daylily, bourbon vanilla, sandalwood & amber.
CHLOE FLEUR DE PARFUM
Light. Flirty. Feminine.
Top Notes: blackberry, grapefruit, pear
Heart Notes: jasmine, lychee, blue wisteria
Base notes: white woods, musks, coconut water
ELIZABETH & JAMES NIRVANA ROSE + NIRVANA BOURBON
Mysterious. Sultry. Passionate.
Nirvana Rose notes: rose de mai, geranium, vetiver.
Nirvana Bourbon notes: vanilla bourbon, oakwood, tuberose
HOODIES OUTSIDE OF THE GYM ARE A THING
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Congrats to Frank & Eileen on their Tee Lab collection. I'm wearing their plaid tank & hoodie.
This post is sponsored by Town Shoes & Shopbop.com
All photos are my own.