Happy Long Weekend!!

in my mind (Axwell remix) IvanGough, Feenixpawl featuring GeorgiKay

Can't Wait...

Preen x Aldo - Rise

October will mark the fourth release of Preen's collaboration with Aldo. As much as I am guilty of dropping an obscene amount of money on a pair of runway fresh heels; it's always nice when I can get a piece of my favorite designers for less. Because let's face it every time I splurge I'm not eating for a week or so.

Full of wonderful colour, the shoes will be the perfect pop to an outfit for this fall.

Preen x Aldo Rise FW13 will be available at select Aldo stores worldwide and online, http://www.aldoshoes.com. They will retail from $160 to $230 CAD.

On My Mind...

Tartan

has been around for ages but it's usually found on flannel shirts or something for the horse. This year for F/W it's everywhere and I'm loving it. Each designer has of course done there own take on the classic print and I have to say I don't think I have found a version I'm not up for.

Here are a few of my favorites.

from left to right

Chanel; available in stores september

McQueen; inquire at http://www.alexandermcqueen.com

Preen; inquire at http://www.preen.eu/ (online shop coming soon!!)

Music To Get Through A Rainy Monday...

soldier on by TheTemperTrap

letters from the sky by CivilTwilight

hearing damage by ThomYorke

royals by Lorde

Happy Listening!!

Daily Ritual

Over the years I have cut out a lot of "daily rituals" that at one point I found to be important. However there are a couple I have kept. For instance I think it's very important for people to find a great skincare system that works for them. My mum always says, "if you don't take care of your skin there's no point in wasting money on clothes." I find this statement harsh but very true because I know whenever I'm having a bad skin day it doesn't matter what I put on all I can concentrate on is my skin. My ritual consists of only three products. The more products you have to use the less likely you are to stick to your routine. 

cleanser, intense hydration serum, tlc radiance cream by EveLom

I would recommend Eve Lom to anyone. I think her range of products are amazing and I believe anyone could find their perfect ritual within the lineup. 

Started 25 years ago, Eve Lom shows no signs of slowing down and has become one of the top beauty insiders' secret weapons.

Inspiration

When I think of the time and effort I put into getting ready each and everyday, sometimes twice a day if I'm going out in the evening, I go a little cray. Yes, it's worth it in a way because to me fashion is a form of expression and I couldn't imagine a world without all the gorgeous designs we see daily. However, when I see a twist done on how we look at wardrobe essentials it makes me think about the little things in life.

Here's an example from 1 Girl, 1 Painter's Suit, 7 Ways

from Carine's ongoing series with model Kremi Otashliyska

"the sporty suit"

my personal favorite

click here to view the rest

 source: CR Fashion Book