Weekend Ootd Round up episode 3

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Jasmine

Has it been one week already?

Hard to believe how times are fun when you’re having flies, right Kermit?

Anyway, that was me being funny.

So let’s get this show on the road.

Monday

It was a GLORIOUS day, well I think I mentioned it earlier in the week in this post.

The days started with physio, so I decided to wear something more casual. Stole the Quick silver shirt out of Mike’s closet, pulled on some super comfy Silver jean shorts and I was out of the door.

Later that day, I had a doctor’s appointment. I did have some time to burn so perfect wardrobe change opportunity.

I just really wanted to wear my Esmeralda skirt from Romwe.

I actually didn’t know how to top it in a more casual way, so I just slapped on this thrifted top and my Fendi B-buckle belt from Second Look.

Later that night, I had a dinner date with a friend and decided to change my outfit yet again.

Even I myself begins to wonder how there’s usually never anyone in the elevator with me. Strange.

This outfit is a retro throw back for sure. My super old Guess white cropped jean jacket, and this asymmetrical hem green dress I used to love so much.

I figure, these pieced went well with my Kentucky Western Cowgirl Boots.

Tuesday

Wow, Monday was long.

Simple work outfit. I got the dress from J2. Sorry, can’t recall the brand right now. But I will check and update.

Bad news though, I scuffed my Deena and Ozzy studded wedges. Wah… sad face

That night, I went for my 7 hour karaoke marathon in this outfit.

I love pairing gold and gold for that monochromatic look. Especially something as adorable as this mini pale gold vintage dress.

Wednesday

I guess the show piece of the week outfit would land on humpday this week.

The dress is actually amazing on it’s own. But it’s not that work appropriate so I had to throw this shirt over it for work. I am not going to talk too much about this dress. You will have to tune in to the next entry for more details.

Thursday

Thursday is like my Friday since I have it off. Just felt like wearing something easy.

I love soft flowy things when I am in a chill mood. This batwing button down from BCBG is the perfect thing.

Jazzed up a bit by the leopard leggins from Gentille Alouette and a studded belt, I am good to go.

Friday
I remained in the same outfit pretty much the whole day today.

I really like this outfit as well. I was thrown together last minute.

Vintage suede jacket from My Sister’s Closet.

Maxi skirt from The Fair’s moving sale that I hemmed into an asymmetrical one using this method.

Finally, there’s another passenger with me! Well, it’s Mike, rocking his denim jacket and checker tights like a champ.

Saturday
Today’s outfit is missing you say?

Well, it’s because I like it so much I am actually going to feature it in it’s own post.

Please stay tuned.

Have a great weekend!

The Fair, Starfish and Rose moving sale

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Jasmine

Happy Friday!

Two of my favourite shops for unique vintage items are relocating from their current location.

This is their last month. I hope they stay close in the same neighbourhood. Right now, they are only steps away.

The Fair is located at 415 Abbott Street.

Starfish and Vintage Collective is located at 419 Abbott Street.

One good thing about the fact they are moving?! MOVING SALE!

They had their big event last night. But, they will continue to have mark downs for the rest of the days.

Starfish and Rose

The Fair

I had some time to stop by yesterday and I am glad I did.

These are the items I got from

This super cute 60′s retro lime green miniskirt.

Also this adorable coconut purse!! It’s actually a real coconut.

The majority of my haul is from The Fair.

This cute little cropped retro shirt.

A powder blue layered dress.

A beautiful red shift dress with a rose detail.

A few maxi dresses which I have been obsessed with lately!

My favourite dress has to be this floral peplum maxi secretary dress.

Finally, these amazing gold flats!

They still have lots of amazing items!

I highly recommend you guys go check the sale out.

Golden Girl

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Jasmine

Yesterday was Monday and a glorious one at that. A balmy 23 degrees Celsius and sunny blue skies as far as the eye can see.

Just so happens, I had the day off. I wish I was able to lie on a field of green and really connect with nature. Alas, life gets in the way and I spent most of the day running errands.

It wasn’t until 6pm that I was able to embark on my journey home.

One the way though, I passed by this amazing store called Blim on Pender in Chinatown.

It’s a cute multipurpose space that acts as a gallery, workshop and store front.

They make much of their one of a kind creations right in the store.

I was pulled in by their colourful window display (sorry, I did not take a photo).

Then, rewarded by the most amazing cowboy boots.

Isn’t that just the most darling bag?

There, my pale gold almost mint Kentucky Western vintage cowboy boots.

I have always been a super fan of cowboy boots. I feel they go with everything.

I especially love the lining.

BAH! They are so beautiful, they make my heart stop.

Quick, I need a doctor.

Weekend Ootd Round up episode 2

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Jasmine

Hi posers, sorry for the late round-up. Work was pretty crazy yesterday. I also wanted to get today’s outfit in because I am really digging it.

Now, without further adieu, we begin.

Monday

It was such a nice day out. I wore my long cut out maxi with a thrifted pirate shirt over it. I did have to work after all.

To give the outfit a boost, my trusted Balenciaga never fails.

It turned out to be a super nice day. So off goes the shirt.

That night, I had burger, poutine and a milkshake for dinner. Jealous?

Tuesday

My second session of Physio and I had to wear something I can move in.

I don’t have pajamas so I just wear random tshirts to sleep. Monday night was no exception. I woke up in that tshirt, and decided, good enough.

That’s something I can move in alright. The perfect workout outfit eh? Lulu lemon tights just makes everything a workout outfit anyway.

The oversized Marc Jacobs hobo goes well with the over all casual look of the outfit.

Wednesday

I got some new shoes on Tuesday. I never wait to wear new things so I wore them today.

I felt slightly vampy romantic today. Just slightly. Perfect day to wear my thrifted top and velvet skirt. The Jeffrey Campbell Chandler boot works well with this outfit because it edges out the soft feminine silhouette.

Bonus double take day again because I had a movie date with a good friend.

It was cold that night. Had to break out the coat I lived in last year. I live the puffy half sleeves. Great find at Forever21.

The orange infinity scarf adds a great contrast to the purse and jacket.

I will provide a photo of those acid wash jeans soon I promise. They are super rad and comfy.

Thursday

This week’s favorite outfit winner is Thursday, hands down.

The more random an outfit is the more I love it. A rare full body shot because I wanted to hat in as well. It definitely completes the whole look.

I am wearing almost all brand new again. Aside from the top and shorts, everything arrived in the mail just Tuesday.

New things, can’t explain the rush they deliver.

Friday

Turned out to be a nice day. I didn’t need my Obakki shell after all.

Finally, I am hopeful for summer. Time to show some skin.

Saturday
Grand opening launch at work.

It was pretty busy at work. I am glad I wore flats.

Florals made it in twice this week. This is not the same jacket as Tuesday. I actually bought this floral jacket awhile ago and featured it in my thrift haul video. But it was huge. I finally figured out how to tailor it myself and just in the nick of time too.

Bonus, Sunday

It was such a beautiful day out today. Sitting in the well windowed presentation centre, I am constantly taunted to step foot outside and run across the park bare feet.

Well, that won’t be too easy with what I am wearing anyway.

This dress Is one of my first DIY alteration projects. I thrifted it from a store that no longer exist, single tear. It was a long dress with frumpy sleeves, but I give it the magic touch.

Cinched by my favorite Fendi B buckle belt, the outfit is complete.

Can’t wait till I could just wear it bare legged. I guess today could be it. But it won’t be too work appropriate.

Perhaps I should remove the fox tail from my fluoro as well, makes the whole thing look a little wintry.

I don’t know if it was all the talk about road kill the night before, or how real the faux tail feels, I am somehow no longer at ease by its company. Just have to stop stroking it I guess.

PS, please go watch The Avengers.

Have a great coming week everybody.

At last! My own Jeffrey Campbells

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Jasmine

How long have I been lusting after some Jeffrey Campbell shoes?

Well, as far as this blog is concerned, since this post. But the seed was planted way earlier.

And yesterday, I am finally united with my own lovies!!

Here I will unveil to you my spoils that I hunted down from Free People.

I am a huge sucker for packaging. When a brand pays extra attention to details it always tugs at my heart strings.

As I top off the top, I am greeted by this cute comic strip.

I can see that the prize is neatly protected by wax paper.

I am more than delighted as I pulled my Chandlers out on top.

Excited! I wore her with my outfit yesterday.

She adds an undeniable edge to a soft outfit. The lace like detail on top ties in nicely to a romantic feeling outfit. But it’s not too girly since it’s an ankle loafer.

My next beauty has been THE shoe I was coveting! The amazing Jeffrey Campbell Lita! (or Ophelia as found on the Free People website)

It comes in this beautiful pink box adorned with this cute graphic of a cat sweater! Cats were probably my very first unhealthy obsession.

As I opened the box breathlessly, I see them encased in their individual protective dust bags.

She is so beautiful.

But there’s more to the box yet!

Personal Ads for cats by Jeffrey Campbell! Oh My God! Can this get any better?

Of course it can! Look at the actual shoes!

I mean look at her!

I could not wait another minute and had to put them on!

The suede is amazingly soft, smells oh so intoxicating.

Best yet, they are COMFORTABLE!!!

This settles it, I must get them in EVERY COLOUR!

Call me Esméralda

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Jasmine

I am a great sales person I think. Why I bring this up you ask?

Well, remember that outfit I put together for that Gotye song, Somebody that I used to know?

I ended up convincing someone to buy that skirt from that Polyvore ensemble. Pretty good eh?

I guess I shouldn’t gloat just yet, after all, that person is me! That’s right, I had to buy that skirt because I really liked that outfit I put together. Really, the only element I was missing was that skirt. Thank you Polyvore for listing the source of the garment. Before I know it, this red cascading hi-low hem chiffon skirt is part of my outfit arsenal.

I was feeling particularly like a flamenco dancer that day. I needed an outfit that evoked a passionate flavour. What else is better than the romance of the scallop lace top from Forever21, the nude suspender tights from Asos, the thrifted gold purse and of course my amazing red cascading skirt from Romwe.

Here, my attempt at flamenco dancing.

I am really digging this new asymmetrical hem trend. The movement of the skirt adds multi-dimensions to an outfit.

The flowy train trails behind me and adds so much drama.

This scalloped lace top gives the whole outfit an undeniable romantic flare.

Finally, the day ends with one of my favourite shots, shitting, wondering, beside a flower coloured in passion, denoting the coming of summer.

Weekend Ootd Round up

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Jasmine

It’s Saturday! I had quite the busy week, work gala, birthday party and baby shower.

This week, I decided to start something new by taking advantage of the lighting and mirrors in the elevator. Thus born the elevator series. At the end of the week, I will round them up right here.

Monday

I had Monday off and had some errands to run. It was a bit chilly so I am dug up my BCBG cashmere sweater that I lived in all winter. I love the bat sleeves.

Since it wasn’t too cold, I kept the bottom light with silk shorts from Aritzia and gladiator tights from Romwe.

The mustard Gucci purse just add that pop of color.

Tuesday

I think this is my favorite outfit this week. The dress is so much fun. A recent addition, given to me as a gift that I am very grateful for. It actually hung to my mid calf, so implying the same technique I used for this dress it now hangs where I like.

This leather jacket is a perfect cover for a day that is in between. Obakki makes some of the softest leather pieces I own. This one is no exception, not to mention how well it’s tailored.

A pop of brightness encircles my neck. A spring essential no less. I will be wearing this chiffon infinity scarf from Urban Outfitters all season long.

Naturally I would pair a dress with some sort of funky tights. These lucky charm garter tights from ASOS is no doubt becoming a fast favorite.

Finally, the amazingly fierce purse that I baby so much. My second designer purse purchase from Turnabout. Can you believe it was never worn by the previous owner?

Wednesday

Couldn’t get enough of my Warrior, brought her out for another day. This time, with a much more neutral ensemble.

I had a huge obsession with pirate shirts and this thrifted one from Talize has got to be my favorite. It’s so easy to layer and makes any outfit instantly work appropriate.

Paired with my favorite Obakki sheer silk maxi skirt the colors just meld seamlessly. Until I bisected the outfit with this sparkly black belt. I know, it doesn’t look sparkly in the photo.

Thursday

Some Asian persuasion on this day. Had to travel light because I had a gala to go to right after work.

This child sized robe I thrifted from Salvation Army is so darling. Because it is so short, I could wear it on a daily basis.

For the inside, I wore the same items I did on Monday. I love pattern with a colored solid. Especially when the colors work so well together.

I realize those photos never capture my shoes. So I took separate shoe photos since these are actually worth capturing.

Asian overkill. I almost forgot I had these Rocket Dog dragon ballet slippers. I love that pop of red, so vibrant.

I had a gala to go to that night. I was ever do excited to wear my dress. Remember the packages in my arms from the Monday outfit? Well that’s what I picked up.

I fell hard for this dress the moment I laid eyes on it. I have been pretty obsessed with this YouTube channel when I started making videos as well. These girls are amazing. The dress look so beautiful on her I had to also buy it.

Here’s the link to buy this amazing Unif floral maxi.

UNIF Flounce Dress: http://www.dollskill.com/unif-flounce-dress.html or http://www.karmaloop.com/product/The-Flounce-Dress-in-Black/219382

I wore it with my trusted black floral belt and these studded wedges.

I had a lot of fun at the gala. This dress made quite the statement. I must do one photo shoot just with this dress.

The outfit was completed with these accessories.

Purse from Tobi, bangles thrifted and forever21.

…and Friday I’m in love

Brunch outfit.

Thrifted jacket and skirt from Talize. Marc Jacobs white hobo purse from Yoogi’s closet.

This was a fall throw back since it sporadically rained all day on Friday.

Sometimes I love Vancouver for this exact reason, colour and pattern goes year round.

Saturday

Week ends today officially; however, I am at work. I ended up wearing the most work appropriate outfit today.

It’s my safe outfit when I don’t know what to wear.

It’s “safe”, my forever21 jewel tone top encased in black.

This was fun! Be looking forward to this post every Saturday. My week summed up.

Happy belated STAR WARS day and Happy Cinco de Mayo.

Have a fantastic day posers.

Parsons Student Show Round-up Round-up

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Jasmine

Happy humpday everyone. On this typically grey Vancouver Wednesday, I would like to share with you some of my favourite pieces from the Parsons Student Fashion Show.

Fashionista.com rounded up their favourite looks at the Parsons Student Fashion Show, and I rounded-up their round-up.

Hence the two round-ups in the post title. I like repetition, but always with a purpose.

Let’s start this thing off with a bang shall we?

This attention grabbing impractical but oh so magical piece is by Alex Perez Castells.

To my best ability, I describe it as a sheer statement dress with embroidered detail and red tassel fringe. As impractical as it is, I secretly want to wear this to my upcoming work gala, in a more modest way of course.

Next, we shift our gears to a much more neutral speed. Though, not much less statement making.

This piece is by Nina Na Ni. Even before I saw that she was Chinese I knew this has to have been inspired by Imperial olden day Chinese fashion. I have always admired the way they dress, glad to see it being brought to the present. That fur cuff just completely finished it off for me.

Sticking with the neutral tones but slightly ramping up the speed comes this light grey power suite.

Work appropriate? I’d think so. Mary Beth Bachand’s clean tailoring and attention to detail is amazing. This outfit can so easily be transitioned from day to night with the simple removal of the jacket. I can’t even really count all the detailed elements put into that top. So delicate yet it looks so edgy.

This next dress I would absolutely wear in a heart beat, back round bubble included.

Danielle Frankel is the mastermind behind this one. Perhaps I used up my descriptive words of being detailed for the last piece. But really, I dare you to take account all the elements in this dress.

I really would wear this as is, back bubble included.

This next one is simple yet elegant, an everyday dress almost.

This Dwarmis Concepcion (awesome name award goes to…) dress is so on point. The first layer almost creates a slight peplum that adds an extra dimension of flirtiness. It looks like it would fit amazingly and flatter any figure.

Now we venture into LBD territory.

First, this all consuming maxi by Vivian Jiywon Lee. I love the leafy element on top. It looks as if the leaves are crawling on your skin alone.

The rest of the dress is multi-dimensional and flows amazingly.

Then I would like to move into another maxi dress, this time, a completely different silhouette.

Another Korean designer, Jin Kay Jin Woo Kim created this chic and sophisticated mermaidesque gown.

I love the over length train that needs to be held up. Though not terribly practical, would make an interested conversation piece. I would try to attach it to a bangle and wear it on my wrist. Or just let it flow beside me and walk as if I am two persons wide.

This final little black dress is my favourite of the black dresses.

Can we say negative space? Jacques Zhang really took the cutout trend to a whole new level. What is more amazing than making your skin part of the garment? It is tastefully done. It’s not at all too provocative even though large portions of the skin is visible. I guess when it comes to matters of appropriateness, location location location also applies when it comes to clothing.

Since I came in with a bang, why not go out with one as well.

This is what I call a colour blocking spring outfit. It has everything! Bach Mai’s ingenious vision is expertly represented in this seemingly clashy ensemble. But au contraire, all these elements blends seamlessly. I would dress in this exact way, the high-waisted, high crotch orange high-low cape maxi is the Coup de grâce and pair with those platform coral cage heels? To Die For!

I would love to own any of these pieces, needless to say. It pleases me that our fashion future is looking fierce and bright and exuberant.