111314 Hats Complete Me
Somewhere along the way I've become totally accessories obsessed. What used to be limited to footwear and handbags has now spilled over glasses, watches and hats. My personal style is pretty minimal and as are my accessories and yet I can't seem to leave the house without a hat on my head these days. During the summer I said that it was to protect my face from the suns rays. Now that it's chillier, it's to keep my head warm. But really, I feel a hat just completes my look and that's okay too!
I'M WEARING: Target wool hat | Aritzia Jacoby salt and pepper wool coat | Comme des Garçons PLAY white shirt | Acne Studios skirt | Alexander Wang black leather Rocco with rose gold hardware and black ankle boots | Chanel aubergine frames with clear arms | Daniel Wellington Watch
Photograph by Diana Aldea
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My favourite hats of the season (from left to right)
Forever 21 Floppy Wool Hat, $20 | Topshop Blue Fedora, $49 | Topshop Classic Black Fedora, $49 | Janessa Leone Gabrielle Bolero, $165 | Maison Michel Andre Gray Fedora, $440
111114 Daniel Wellington, Visual Watch Review
Around the time I started blogging and IG'ing, I began seeing these very cool minimal, yet classic, watches all over people's feeds. The brand, Daniel Wellington. I feel lucky enough to have been gifted a watch by the company themselves. (Thank you DW!!!)
I've photographed all of the details for you here so consider this your visual review. From the simple cream coloured box, to the minimal white watch face with rose gold hands and bezel, I promise this watch is much more impactful in person than it is in photos. I was also happy to discover that the leather strap is perfect for my tiny wrists without having to puncture any additional holes, a rare occurance for me.
Oh and of course, the obligatory Daniel Wellington discount code for all of you, my follow subscribers is: woahstyle. The code entitles you to 15% off all DW products on their site until the end of November.
And in case you're curious, my watch is called the Classic St. Andrews Lady. I opted for the rose gold finish for that added touch of elegance.
111014 Dissecting the WoahStyle
Killer accessories make an outfit. That and well fitting clothes with good tailoring. Regardless of trends and body type, these are the fundamentals for excellent style. I've decided to start a new article on the blog that dissects my personal style and how you can apply these rules to your own style using your existing closet and a little bit of imagination. I'll tell you why I mix textures and colours and how to become a pro in dressing quickly.
My daily uniform is all about jeans and a t-shirt. Unless I'm going to an event, I really don't think too much about what I'm going to wear. My previous post, Shades of Black, is a perfect example. Strip away the layers and I'm wearing a black tank and black distressed denim. The Rag & Bone jeans are excellent for my petite frame and since I can't commit to having them hemmed, I simply cuff them. The black Oak + Fort tank is loose and drapey and sits away from the body so that it doesn't appear that I'm wearing a leotard from afar.
Layered over top of the tank is my Mackage cropped leather jacket. The leather adds warmth on a cold day and most importantly adds contrast, texture and breaks up the black tones.
STYLE TIP: When shopping for jackets always look at the shoulders, even if the rest of the jacket appears to fit your body. A well fitting shoulder will lie flat with end of your shoulder meeting the end of the jacket shoulder. Shoulder bunching means the jacket is too small while too much shoulder fabric means the jacket is too big. Use the size on the label only as a guide and let the shoulders tell you the truth. Now how many times can you say shoulder?!
I chose my black patent leather Chanel Moccasin loafers to lighten up the look and keep it from getting too heavy. The shoe also adds some femininity to an otherwise tough outfit. The classic loafers are comfortable for walking around in the city but also make a big impact with the shiny leather and signature CC's.
Colour comes into play with my purplish-blue Alexander Wang Diego bag and my brown French Connection Trilby Hat. The black band around the hat unites the black in the rest of the outfit, connecting the look head to toe. The tones in the accessories are in the same colour family meaning the entire look is pretty seamless for a relaxed noir look.
When getting dressed, look for unique sharp pieces that will stand out on their own or layered into your outfit. Find a "uniform" that works for you and layer into it with those killer accessories. And remember, well fitting clothes are the key. Regardless of how much your jeans cost, they'll only look amazing if they fit your body type well.
Thanks for reading!
xo, Nathalie
I'M WEARING: French Connection Trilby hat | Mackage Mary A leather jacket | Oak + Fort tank | Rag & Bone distressed skinny jeans | Chanel Moccasin patent leather loafers | Alexander Wang Diego buck bag with brass detailing | Salvatore Ferragamo black frames
First Photograph by Chantal Li | Flat lays by Nathalie Shible Martin
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110914 Shades of Black Mega Post
On a gloomy fall afternoon, I got together with Chantal Li, blogger and founder of The Free Island, for one of my favourite photo sessions to date. I could't narrow it down anymore than I already have so I really hope you enjoy this Mega Post!
xo, Nathalie
Photography by Chantal Li
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110814 Marciano x Guess event
This past Thursday I attended the Marciano x Guess re-opening in honour of their 10th anniversary. Warmest thanks to Lotus Leaf Communications for the invite.
I wore some of my fave pieces from The Free Island to the event including their new Plaid Woven jacket.
Here are some of WoahStyle's picks from the Guess Marciano store.
Photography by Geoff Martin
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110514 Accessorizing For Life
If you follow my Instagram you'll know how truly accessories obsessed I am. Take a pair of jeans and a tshirt and dress it to be casual with a pair of Converse and a backpack or opt for uber glam with glittery heels and a fabulous clutch.
Here I'm wearing one of my favourite black skinnies from The Free Island with a super comfy Oak + Fort tshirt dress. I started the day with a pair of Alexander Wang heels and this fierce new Givenchy Pandora bag.
Running errands later in the day, I opted for an accessories change for comfort, with a pair of loafer flats and my Fumo wallet which also fits my cellphone. The cocoon coat keeps me warm and the furry keychain adds a bit of humour to an otherwise too serious outfit.
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110514 Eco-friendly Shampooing
After seeing my BFF’s smooth hair this morning, I had to pick up the same shampoo as her. Live Clean 100% vegan and sulfate free, this bottle holds a lot of promise. Can’t wait to use it!
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102814 DW Classic
When Daniel Wellington emailed me saying they’d like to send me a watch and suggested the black banded timepiece I thought “Wow thanks! That’s amazing but I’m going to go against the grain thank you very much!” A black watch is classic and would have fit seamlessly into my monochrome wardrobe, but the Classic St. Andrews Lady brown banded watch I ended up choosing is equally as chic and as the name suggests, classic.
My style is quite minimal and so I always look at my accessories to pull a look together. It’s about the subtly in textures and unexpected elements like a brown watch on an all-black outfit or silver shoes with denim that can bring an outfit to life. I say it all of the time on my Instagram – it’s all about the details.
Thank you DW for my beautiful new time piece! I'm also excited to share my friends and family discount code for 15% off on danielwellington.com until the end of November. Use coupon code woahstyle.
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102214 True North
Fall to me is all about comfort and layers. On the first true frosty day in Toronto, I layered on my Acne knit with my Joe Fresh jeans and trusty Alexander Wang boots. My Aritzia Jacoby wool coat kept me extra warm and toasty. And of course what is fall without the beautiful change of leaves? As much as I dislike the cold, it’s always such a joy to see the trees change colour.
Salvatore Ferragamo Glasses | Acne Studios knitwear | Joe Fresh denim | Aritzia Jacoby coat | Alexander Wang boots | 3.1 Phillip Lim mini Ryder bag
Photography by Geoff Martin
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