Ch-ch-ch-chaaanges

My lack of posting ends here. Now it's time to play catch-hup via Instagram. I wish I had images from a decent camera, as my phone is a raging POS, but it'll have to do. Bare with me.

From summer to winter...

blazer and shorts: Forever21, shirt: Urban Outfitters

jacket and maxi dress: H&M

hat and tank: Target, flannel: dad's :) pants: Forever 21, shoes: Go Jane

beanie and shirt: Target, pants: Forever21, shoes: Old Navy

That summer outfit was probably my favourite, I wore it a lot. The shorts were actually shear (shhhh), but skin coloured so you couldn't really tell... maybe. I hope not. And one of my absolute favourite purchases ever, an originally $60 shirt from UO that I got for $10. Nothing makes me happier than DEALZ. It's a beautiful billowy white top with cutouts on the side, it was so perfect for my visit to California in June.

That leopard maxi dress will be with me until it dies. Seriously. I am so in love with that thing I could die. My cost-per-wear has probably gone to fractions of pennies by now. Carries lovely into the winter paired with a military jacket (whom is worn just as much so it won't get jealous), and even some leggings for those really cold days. 

That flannel get-up is probably one of my favourites of the fall. That was my dad's shirt that I stole and cut a few inches off. I'm kind down with the tatteredness. I've kinda been into rolling big sleeves up, too. Not usually my thing but I've been seeing it a lot lately, and am super into it. Sometimes it's the little things that go into styling that you forget about!

I was soooo warm in this last outfit! Another $10 shirt purchase from Target from one of their designer collections. I've been really drawn into blue this season, which is an absolute FIRST for me. I think I just really love the contrast of my blonde hair with dark blues. I wore this outfit during the day hanging out and doing errands, and later I switched to some cute flats to go out to dinner.

Also, beanies... obsession. Why have I waited so long to get into those?!

Halloween

Halloween was a bit of a dud for me this year.

I had to work a closing shift (I work at a fish n' chips fast food bar). But at least we got to dress up. Obviously I was a leopard. What else. I was super into my makeup, though. Really love the leopard spots in just a little section! This jacket  helped me stay warm, as we are located outside. 

jacket: Forever 21

For Halloweekend, I decided to be Beetlejuice. I was trying to avoid the usual college girl nurse or slutty cop get-up. I think I did okay. And if anything, my makeup scared the shit out of every single guy. Loves it. My best friend was Cruella De Vil, we were such a pair. I was hoping I didn't get mistaken as a zombie referee... success!

dress: H&M, blazer: Forever21

Baahstaan

shirt: sorta gifted, shorts: Marshall's, purse: gifted, sunnies: H&M Men, shoes: Converse, bracelet and ring: Target

Thanks to my friend for letting me borrow his baseball tee, then never returning it :) Now, being from Seattle, I really have no affiliation with Boston. I'm not really into baseball that much either. But I can pretend. That's what clothes are for anyway, right? This outfit was a lot more casual, as I was heading out to a baseball game and it was bloody hot out. Of course the blazer came in handy later when the wind kicked up. This clutch is one of my favourites, also. Thanks to big sister for giving it to me!

A couple of my coveted items: white chucks and aviators. I honestly could put them each together with every garment I own. Something about that coolness/rebel vibe that Converse convey, and aviators for a little masculinity (spoiler: I actually got these sunnies from the guys section).

Advice on jean shorts: never wear any this short. TOO MUCH. Just avoid it, even if you have amazing legs. Even an inch longer would be better!

VanCity

Official Vancouver Canucks Tee, blazer: Forever 21, bra: Urban Outfitters, jeans: Wet Seal DIY, bracelets and shoes: Target

I was born in Vancouver, BC, so of course I love the Canucks. Can't wait for hockey season, this WILL be the year I go to a game without being in the middle of a riot.

I've recently been on this sports tee kick. We've sorta been having a summer in Seattle this year, and this was a good outfit for a 75 degree day. I leave at about 5:30 am for school, so I'm always shivering no matter what, but I'm sweating balls by the time I get out. Super frustrating having to carry a jacket on top of coffee on top of art boards on top of a bag. Yeesh. I'm a fan of blazers with ripped jeans, as well. I just love contrast, period. 

Side note; this bra is the best thing in the world. For the chestier ladies out there, I know how frustrating this sheer trend can be. It IS possible to still have a pretty peek-a-boo bra with big tatas. It doesn't seem like it would hold the girls, but somehow it has magic woven in the lace. Swear. And it's only 16 clams.  Definitely the best summer closet addition, and it will deeefinitely be carried over into fall. 

For those of you who love Vancouver, or would like to know more... check out this guys video: