My Fashion Life

In an ideal world women would be able to wear whatever they want to work. Unfortunately, this world does not exist.

Whenever starting a new job most women ask themselves, “Is this shirt too low?”, “Is my skirt too short?” and “Will I offend anyone with my outfit?” The answer to all of these questions usually stands that if you are questioning your attire- it is most undoubtedly inappropriate. So how does one accomplish a sense of style while succumbing to the professional fashion structure that inherently exists in every establishment, well every establishment but the fashion industry?

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I try and I try and I try to be good and save my pennies but Topshop is a bad place. A bad, bad place that wants to see me fail. For, why else would it throw such a physical incarnation of temptation into my otherwise thrifty gaze? Alas, Topshop knows that I am weak and defenceless and so there is nothing left but to succumb…

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I was doing some shopping online when I came across this Anna Sui Patchwork Dress. Straight off of the runway, this visually stunning piece is certainly a strong indication of what’s to come this fall.

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Natalie Portman rocked the ruffled look in Cannes last month, and since then, the frilly and feminine style has become a copy-worthy look for Summer. Being that not all of us can afford Lanvin, Givenchy and designer duds of the like, here are some cute and affordable tiered dresses that will help us mimic the glamorous look.

CASUAL

This Velvet Torch jersey dress is simple and casual, but can easily be dressed up with a belt and a cute pair of heels. The single ruffle at the bust adds a girlie touch without going over-the-top. $44 available at Nordstrom.

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I for one am tired of complaining about the weather. The sunshine is FINALLY here and I intend to enjoy it! This means breaking out the bold bright colours. Usually I’m a pink, orange and on the occasion green type of girl. But I’m warming to the idea of yellow. Yellow has been the citrus colour of choice for a while now and its still hotter than ever.

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Black and white never go out of style. But, this Alice + Olivia Madeline Dress gives our old stand-by a new twist.

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This summer be prepared to wear white in all of its crisp, clean glory. For barbecues, parties by the shore, or just a fun dress for day-to-day, try this Cotton smock dress by Miu Miu.

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When I think of vacation, an image of the beach and clear blue waters comes to mind. It doesn’t get much better than laying out by the ocean (with loads of SPF on of course) with a good book in one hand and a daquiri in the other. Now that it’s officially beach season, I’m on the search for a couple of cute caftans to throw into my suitcase as cover-ups.

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