Nothing but a Pack of Cards

moi je joue

2011-08-05T10:45:00.000-07:00

I love Brigitte Bardot's music now, especially this song. So summery and happy. In the spirit of summer I also dyed my hair a much lighter brown. At first it turned my hair the colour of Glinda the good witch's from the Wizard of Oz but it fixed itself overnight thankfully...

Just a quick post before I head out! I picked up these kids jeans at a thrift store in Montreal (where I also saw the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition which was amazing, pictures later). I ended up cutting them myself and now I have the perfect pair of highwaisted jean shorts.

Seduction polkadot bustier. Route 66 jean cutoffs.

new york, new york

2011-07-22T10:30:00.000-07:00

I just got back from New York today, and it is one of my favourite cities... this was definitely my favourite trip too. I was only there for 5 days which went incredibly fast, and I wished I could have stayed much longer. I'm planning to come back in winter because I already miss it. The weather was insanely hot also - I stuck to light, airy fabrics so I wouldn't pass out from heat exhaustion. My red romper is one of the most comfortable pieces I own, and it was one of my favourite outfits to wear.

When I went to the Met to check out the Alexander McQueen exhibit, I had the most amazing experience - I saw Anna Wintour. I was waiting in line to buy tickets and I saw her off to the side, not very far from me. She was of course wearing Chanel sunglasses and I immediately recognized her. Her bob is pretty stunning in real life, I have to say.

After I stopped hyperventilating from seeing her (just kidding but not really), I waited in line for 45 minutes for Savage Beauty. It was completely worth it. If you haven't seen the exhibit yet, you have to. It's disturbing, beautiful and breathtaking and every room is designed perfectly from the music to the lighting.

Needless to say I am now in love with New York. Here's my New York photo diary.

when doves cry

2011-07-09T11:21:00.000-07:00

Polkadots are seriously one of my favourite prints. This dress is incredibly soft and I love the light pink... it even has cute little ruffles on the front. It looks even better when it's belted, so I like to pair it with my new belt. It has doves as the clasps, so sweet!

I'm leaving for New York in two weeks and I cannot be more excited! Summer is definitely the best season of the year.

H&M dress and belt.

codes and keys

2011-06-28T09:30:00.001-07:00

I have been playing Death Cab's new album non-stop since summer has started, isn't it so good? You are a Tourist is probably my favourite song from it, although I do have a soft spot for Some Boys. Anyways, I have been really really neglecting this blog! But I promise to keep it up more often, now that school and exams are finally past me. I've had such a great start to summer so far... and I especially can't wait for my trip to New York in July. Oh man.

Anyway, this is one of my favourite day dresses. So soft and sweet. And these are my end of the year gifts from my mom - I love the platform. They're surprisingly comfortable.

Hope to update soon! Oh and also I'm addicted to Tumblr now.

Costa Blanca floral dress. Aldo platform sandals.

hippie hippie shake

2011-06-07T16:46:00.000-07:00

One of my simpler summer outfits. When the days get muggy I try to wear soft, casual shirts that keep the heat down, and this is one of them. My mom gave it to me a while ago, she bought it at a Native American store. It actually has teeny tiny beads on a braided string hanging from the front, which I love. I wore this outfit to school today and I felt great.

Oh and these are my new favourite shades! I just ordered them a few days ago. I've been dying for some new cat eyes since I lost my last ones at a Vampire Weekend concert in September, which was a huge bummer. But I love these.

The end of my school year is quickly approaching and I've been attacked with final assignments so sorry for my everlasting absence! I will try to update again soon. Have a good week you guys.

Vintage white shirt. Thrifted belt. Bluenotes cut offs. Spring gladiator sandals.

fluorescent adolescent

2011-05-19T12:53:00.000-07:00

Well, here I am debuting my newest purchase - this adorable dress I picked up in a vintage shop in Montreal. It even has little bloomer-style shorts underneath which I think is hilarious.

film

2011-05-14T11:23:00.000-07:00

I've been having fun experimenting with good old fashioned film cameras lately. I find they're so much more exciting because you never really know how a picture will turn out. I guess I just love the mystery of that - I was waiting excitedly for a day for these pictures to be developed.

Oh and after a small trip to Montreal I picked up a super cute vintage dress that I can't wait to show you guys, once the weather is decent!

bookends

2011-05-07T18:20:00.001-07:00

One of my new favourite outfits... I've worn it so often lately. I've had these awesome flared jeans since like grade 8 and they still fit (let's hope they do for a loooong time). I picked up this bustier sort of top in a thrift store and I am crazy for the lace. Also my bangs are back! It feels pretty good, I gotta say. I've missed those babies.

And now one of my favourite songs that I wanted to show you guys - Simon and Garfunkel know where it's at.

Thrifted lace tank. Tommy Hilfiger bellbottoms. Aldo black wedges.

april showers

2011-04-28T17:28:00.000-07:00

I've always admired John Lennon's style. His classic army jacket, for example, is one of my favourite pieces. Whenever I put this jacket on and slide my round John Lennon sunglasses on, I know it's gonna be a good day.

I got it a few years ago, and the moment I bought it I immediately that I had to deck it out with buttons for the hippie protester look. My dad gave me this Free Tibet button, while I thrifted an Abbey Road one and another that says No Hunger.

It's been raining on and off every day this week. I took these photos after a thunderstorm, I love how the sky went from dark grey to this really clear light blue. Everything always looks nice after a thunderstorm.

By the way, the Royal Wedding = love. My friend Charlotte had a party with scones and tea (of course) to watch it, but I didn't feel like getting up at 5 am so I watched highlights of the wedding in my English class later in the day. I was so excited when I saw Kate wearing Alexander McQueen. Sarah Burton is doing such an amazing job of carrying on Alexander's legacy.

Ricki's army jacket. T shirt from the Philippines. Urban Outfitters jeans. NYC lipstick in Retro Red.

pink elephants on parade

2011-04-12T13:37:00.001-07:00

I really am a terrible blogger, I always get so busy that I can't update so I end up posting like once a month. Anyway, I guess this is April's post!

I've always been obsessed with the idea of a "boudoir" style room, and when I spotted this pink vanity in a store downtown, I knew I had to have it. And now it's finally mine! I never knew one could be in love with a piece of furniture.

The "Caroline" poster to the side is a vintage poster of a book series about animals saving the day. This one is called "Caroline the cat helps a friend".

This is one of my favourite purchases from a new antique store opened in my town, they sell random old portraits from the early 1900s for a few dollars! I couldn't take my eyes off this young man. The second shot is of some perfume my boyfriend brought me back from Italy, and some Mexican Day of the Dead figurines of Elvis and Marilyn Monroe! I love them.

My vintage perfume bottles and porcelain elephant. I bought him for $12 in the previously mentioned Gadabout in Toronto, I think he's so sweet.

The handles on the drawer of the vanity are little lions! Another reason I'm in love.

the flowers

2011-03-21T08:23:00.000-07:00

Unfortunately for me, my spring break has just ended and it's time to go back to school. I spent my time in Montreal and I had a wonderful time as usual. I picked up an electric blue jacket for my boyfriend (it's his birthday at the end of the month) and I can't be more excited. Sometimes it's more exciting to buy gifts than receive them!

Anyway, this is a dress I bought on a school trip to Toronto. It was the only item I bought, but it was so so worth it. I love the sweetheart neckline and the floral overlay... the only problem is that I don't have many places to wear it! I decided to snag an opportunity and wear it to my aunt's birthday party a few days ago.

Zara dress. Seduction leather jacket. H&M black tights. Aldo black wedges.

spring in my step

2011-03-14T08:47:00.000-07:00

Spring has finally arrived! The weater is warm, there's a slight breeze, and the snow has finally melted. I'm just writing a short little post here, but I'm so happy that it's warm enough to wear a light jacket now. Now I can finally break out my leather jacket. It opens up so much more outfit possibilities!

I'll see you guys soon.

H&M denim shirt. Thrifted belt. Seduction leather jacket. H&M jeggings.

in the woods

2011-02-19T07:51:00.000-08:00

Hello hello hello! I apologize for my very long absence- the winters here in Canada are absolutely brutal, and I haven't had any desire to step outside and take pictures when it's toe-numbingly cold out there. But luckily this past week has been very mild, with positive temperatures! I cannot wait for spring at this point, this winter has been dragging on forever...

Anyway, this is a sweater I just picked up in H&M, and two of my friends also have it- it's so cozy and beautiful, it reminds me of a 50s ski sweater. I've been very busy for the past little while, but I have had time to watch some movies. I finally saw The September Issue (very long overdue) and it was incredibly fascinating. It was like a real life version of The Devil Wears Prada. Oh and I also saw Black Swan, which I love love love and want to see again. I was so happy that Rodarte did all of the costumes. Plus the music was beautiful, so I searched for my old Swan Lake soundtrack CD and downloaded it all onto my iPod.

Have a good weekend everyone! I'm hoping to update the blog more often if the weather permits!

H&M knit sweater. Bongo skinny jeans. Aldo silver brogues.

emerald/leopard

2011-01-03T17:42:00.000-08:00

On a thrifting hunt for an ugly Christmas sweater, I found this incredibly soft lambswool sweater and I haven't taken it off since. My favourite part about it is its cropped style- very easy to wear. I paired it with my beautiful vintage pumps, that I wore to a Christmas brunch to be a little festive. They were in perfect condition when I bought them, seemingly never worn, and the colour is as vibrant as can be. I'm really in love.

I'm very discouraged because when I returned from a family trip, I found that there was absolutely no snow left in my town at all! However the weather has remained as chilly and windy as I left, but I really do miss the snow.

But anyway, introducing my new favourite coat! I've always dreamed of a faux fur leopard coat, and here it is. Since it's a little large, I always try to wrap a sash or an obi belt around it. My affinity for leopard has now just begun, and I feel it was definitely overdue. After purchasing this coat I can feel a whole wardrobe full of my favourite animal print coming on.

Forever 21 leopard coat. Thrifted blue sweater. Bongo black skinny jeans. Vintage Bruno Magli pumps.

it's beginning to look a lot like christmas...

2010-12-20T16:33:00.000-08:00

Here are a few photos I've snapped over the past few days... I'm now completely in the Christmas spirit!

cherry red

2010-12-10T17:50:00.000-08:00

In the past few days I've been trying to incorporate winter cheer into my wardrobe. I'm slowly making the transition out of fall, and trying to brighten up certain outfits with a pop of vibrant red or green, or even white.

And to add to the festive vibe, I'm scouting around thrift shops to find the most perfectly ugly "Christmas sweater", preferably something with reindeer or a wonderfully hideous snowflake pattern.

H&M blue tie-top. Thrifted red peacoat. Seduction black bandage skirt.

gadabout

2010-11-29T12:27:00.000-08:00

If you are ever in Toronto, I really really suggest checking out Gadabout on Queen Street. It is an absolutely stunning vintage store, with some of the best selections of vintage I have ever seen! People frequently shop there for movie or tv sets as the clothing is in wonderful condition. There are hundreds of knick-knacks from any period you can imagine, and it's almost overwhelming how many little treasures you can find.

I personally picked up some vintage chandelier earrings for my mom's Christmas present, and wonderful bright green 50s pumps that I will be showing shortly. Unfortunately, the weather has been extremely cold and I'm finding it harder and harder to take outfit posts, but I will try!

dog days

2010-11-09T13:14:00.000-08:00

The past few days have been terribly dreary weatherwise, with freezing wind and rain, but it did give me a chance to break out my favourite wellies and hop around in puddles. Looking through all of my favourite blogs, I had an intense longing for the warm weather where a big oversized coat isn't necessary to wear before heading out the door! But today was absolutely gorgeous, so I took the opportunity. I'm still looking for the perfect cream coloured oversized knit, and I'm hoping to find one during my future trip to H&M, where I plan to raid the racks for the new Lanvin collection. I've had my eye on those bow-tied shoes for a while...

Zara trousers. H&M striped top. Thrifted belt. Aldo wedges.

pinup girl

2010-10-29T16:14:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago, I was wondering what I should be for Halloween, as it was quickly approaching. After seeing old photos of Bettie Page, I decided it was my heart's desire to be a 50s pinup girl! I loved the appeal of the red lipstick, winged eyeliner and polka dots, so this is my costume. I really wanted to stay in it all day...

Since Halloween is on a Sunday, everyone at my school wore their costumes today. Some highlights were a banana, a pack of cards, Boy George and a 50s housewife. I went to my classes, where I spent my art class carving a pumpkin unsuccessfully. I absolutely love Halloween. What are you going as this year?

Seduction black and white bustier. Twik red skirt. Thrifted bolero. Kenneth Cole kitten heels.

home

2010-10-15T08:14:00.000-07:00

The shadows in these pictures are so strong that half my face is hidden... weird. Anyway I spent last weekend in Toronto, eating far too much turkey (hope all my fellow Canadians had a great Thanksgiving!) and then drifted through the St Lawrence market, which has an antique fair every Sunday. If you haven't been, I definitely recommend you go. There is absolutely tons of great vintage stuff, and I picked up this necklace for only 5 dollars! It reminds me of the White Rabbit's pocketwatch in Alice in Wonderland.

Urban Outfitters jeggings. Thrifted pink men's shirt. Vintage men's shoes. Thrifted necklace.

crossfire

2010-10-06T12:07:00.000-07:00

During my back to school shopping trip, my mom pressed these crazy blue bellbottoms into my arms and told me to try them on. I thought no way, these are ridiculous. But when I tried them on... I fell in love. Weeks later, I put them on in the morning before I headed to school and thought, I'm either going to get death looks or high fives from these pants. I got complimented like crazy, and now I think I could say that they're my new favourite piece of clothing!

The weather here has been blustery, chilly and a bit drizzly... perfect time to break out my new leather jacket and boots! I always find myself wanting the cold-ish weather to come to wear fall outfits, but whenever it actually does come, I wish it was summer again. Does that happen to you guys too?

Garage white tank, thrifted black cardigan, H&M bellbottoms, Aldo black wedges.

fresh

2010-09-18T14:10:00.000-07:00

My new favourite fall outfit! Meet my new boots too- the heel is just the right height and shape, and of course incorporates my favourite new trend, military. I also wear this belt too much, but I really love the tribal feel that the buckle has. I use it to pretty much belt everything that I wear.

I stole this sweater from my boyfriend's closet, and it is one of the softest sweaters I've ever laid my hands on. I really don't think I'll ever give it back...

God I love watching fashion week specials on tv. What have your favourite shows been so far? I'd have to pick Badgley Mishka. The powdery, icy blue and light pinks were seriously beautiful.

Oh and photo credit to my little brother, one of the few people I trust handling my lovely Canon!

Boyfriend's sweater. Forever 21 leggings. Spring boots.

woodlands

2010-09-01T09:07:00.000-07:00

Today is my birthday! I'm very excited to be 16 and I'm just writing a quick post before I run out to lunch... these are my new rings that I picked up. My favourite is the stag. I also have an owl, fox and rabbit. For some reason the rabbit kinda creeps me out- its eyes maybe. Anyway have a good day, I'll try to make another outfit post with my new clothes from my back to school shopping trip (new trousers from Zara=love!)

H&M rings. Revlon nailpolish in "Jaded".

another star

2010-08-23T18:22:00.000-07:00

Often, usually when listening to Juliette Gréco, I find myself daydreaming of Paris. It seems to be a rite of passage that every girl goes through (that I've noticed) to wish intensely for a life in Paris. Sometimes it's a phase, but for me the phase never really ended... and when I saw this dress, I saw Paris! It kind of reminds me of this dress that Carrie from Sex and the City wore (in Paris of course). I wore this outfit on a train I took recently and it's one of my favourites to date.

Seduction dress. Kenneth Cole heels. Vintage ring.

lily pond

2010-08-17T22:55:00.000-07:00

This past week I discovered this beautiful pond near my grandparents' house... in fact I've grown very attached to it even though we 'just met'. Every time I walk back there I find something new, either some kind of creature, plant or really anything.

I can't even begin to bring myself to think about the approaching end of summer... it always feels like the best parts of the holidays happen near the end, and it makes everything even harder. I am enjoying my remaining days of the sun and hope everyone else is too!

Garage white tank. Urban Outfitters printed skirt.

la foule

2010-08-08T11:48:00.000-07:00

Say hello to my new favourite shorts! I picked up these beauties at H&M the other day. I opted for a medium so they have a highwaisted and slightly baggier feel... I like them better this way than the skintight ones.

I've been listening to a lot of Edith Piaf lately. My parents introduced her to me at an early age and I've loved her since. She just has such class. I still have to watch La Vie en Rose, I hear Marion Cotillard is wonderful in it.

I also wanted to try out this dark, wine-coloured lipstain. I decided to go a different path than the bright, summer lipsticks and I really love this one.

Black sequined shorts: H&M
White tank: Garage
Silver brogues: Aldo

sentimental heart

2010-07-27T10:11:00.000-07:00

Man it is so bright out! I'm really enjoying this summer. Anyway this is one of my favourite summer shirts, airy and with a fun print. I like the nautical feel to it and the unexpected polkadots. When I took these pictures, I found a really beautiful but torn up spider web lodged in my swing set.

I just bought She & Him's first album, Volume One, and it's just as wonderful as I expected it to be... so sweet, mellow and 60s. I can't get enough of Zooey Deschanel.

Oh and I saw Inception yesterday, and it was crazy! I have a new crush on Joseph Gordon Levitt. Love him.

Thrifted button down. Thrifted black skirt. Aldo wedges.

lace

2010-07-16T12:55:00.000-07:00

This is my new favourite skirt- I scored it at Urban Outfitters for only 10 bucks. The pictures don't do it justice, but it's this beautiful soft pink. I'm on a lace kick which began with the purchase of this skirt. I also really liked pairing my rough and tumble boots with this pretty, feminine outfit.

Ricki's pink tank top. Kimchi Blue skirt. Thrifted boots.

sugar town

2010-07-11T21:23:00.001-07:00

Sometimes you just fall hard for certain pieces in your wardrobe, and this rhinestone studded bodysuit is an example of that. It's vintage DKNY and I was so happy when I received it as an early birthday present from a friend.

The sun is now beginning to peek from behind the clouds, and it comes as a relief because the past few days have been unsatisfactory weather-wise to say the least. It rained all yesterday, so I spent the day inside watching Project Runway.

Hope you all are enjoying your summers so far!

Velvet bodysuit: DKNY

Red highwaisted shorts: H&M

Black flats: Vintage

marilyn

2010-07-06T16:28:00.000-07:00

These past few days have been hectic because of the Canada Day long weekend, and to relax I took a little trip to Toronto. I left with seafoam coloured nailpolish, a new love for chicken shawarmas (mmmm) and many many pictures on my camera. Along with that, I saw the Halston pieces that Sarah Jessica Parker wore in the new Sex and the City, and I became so infatuated with the swingy blue dress and that I had to be dragged away from the store window.

Unfortunately I also witnessed Brazil's loss to the Netherlands and also Paraguay and Argentina's defeat... only one South American team left! Such a shame.

I picked up this shirt in Zara and I gotta say, it feels good to have Marilyn Monroe's face on your clothes, even if it's just a t shirt.

T shirt: Zara
Jean cut offs: UB Jeans
Sephora for OPI nailpolish in "Read My Palm"
Amethyst necklace: Bought at outdoor festival

it's here!

2010-06-27T13:33:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited because my new camera is here! My very own Canon Rebel XS. I'm already in love and all I've been doing for the past 2 days is testing it out. The sound of the shutter is probably driving my family insane. These are pictures I've taken recently, mostly at my boyfriend's house.

My new cat-eye shades, worn with floral bustier and high waisted jean shorts.

My boyfriend's huge stack of Archie comics.

Three baby robins hatched today!

webbing

2010-06-19T09:40:00.000-07:00

I was given this beautiful crocheted shawl, and I couldn't be happier. It's so fun to layer over simple pieces, and it kind of reminds me of the lace shawl in An Affair to Remember. I wish I had more long white Alexander Wang-inspired tanks.

Anyways, summer is almost here, and I'm so excited to just get my exams over with. My life has been studying, watching the World Cup (go Brazil!) and eating too much Fun Dip.

Oh and lately I've been craving crop tops, knuckle-dusting rings and a nice Canon camera. I seriously need a good SLR.

Who else is pumped for Toy Story 3? I'm taking my little brother to see it this afternoon. Aww yeah.

Crochet shawl: Vintage
Cream draped top: American Eagle
Black shorts: Streetwear Society
Black wedges: Aldo

irrelevancy

2010-05-03T12:20:00.000-07:00

I borrowed my friend's Canon a few days ago and here are the shots I took - really makes me want to have my own now!

H&M dress.