Scallop Skirt

Jacket: Club Monaco {old, similar here and here} | Shirt: Garage {similar} | Skirt: c/o Chicwish | Shoes: Zara {old, similar here and here} | Sunglasses: Celine {similar} | Bag: Chanel {similar} | Watch: Daniel Wellington  | Necklace: c/o Loren Hope

A little office-wear inspiration for my first day back at the office in what seems like forever! Here’s to a fresh work week and tons of emails to comb through :)

Winter Whites

Jacket: Club Monaco {old, similar} | Sweater: Forever 21 {old, similar} | Jeans: Forever 21 {old, LOVE these} | Sneakers: Converse | Necklace: c/o Emerald Bling | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Bag: H&M | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: J. Crew

Pink on Pink

Jacket: Club Monaco {sold out, similar} | Dress: c/o Eliza J | Blouse: Ann Taylor | Boots: Ann Taylor | Beanie: H&M {old, similar} | Clutch: Tory Burch | Watch: Michael Kors | Nails: ‘My Vampire is Buff‘ by OPI

Despite the insane snow fall you may see around me, spring styles have officially hit Ann Taylor and it’s time you got your hands on these goods stat! From February 14-17, Ann Taylor will be hosting “Style on Call” where you can book an appointment at any location to receive 10% off your purchase, champagne, treats and a gift with purchase :) 

Floral Frock

Jacket: Ann Taylor | Dress: c/o Eliza J | Shoes: Zara {old, LOVE these} | Necklaces: J. Crew, Forever 21, Vintage {similar} | Bag: Chanel | Belt: Club Monaco {old, similar} | Sunnies: Karen Walker | Watch: Michael Kors | Lips: Russian Red by MAC

Pink Lady

Jacket: Club Monaco | Dress: c/o Eliza J | Necklace: Emerald Bling | Shoes: Kate Spade | Clutch: H&M {old, similar} | Sunnies: Celine | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: J. Crew | Gloves: ASOS

Pink Panther

Beanie: c/o Joe Fresh {loving this} | Coat: Club Monaco | Blouse: Ann Taylor | Sweater: c/o Joe Fresh {similar} | Jeans: J. Brand | Boots: Ann Taylor | Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim | Sunnies: Karen Walker

Coat Topper

Coat: Club Monaco | Fur Collared Sweater: Banana Republic | Blouse: Zara {old, similar} | Pants: Zara {old, similar} | Shoes: Zara {old, similar} | Necklace: ‘Gold Leaf’ Purple Paparazzi | Purse: Prada | Sunnies: Celine {similar} | Watch: Michael Kors | Eye Shadow: Iridescent Pink c/o Elizabeth Arden | Blush: Beautiful Color Radiance Blush in Sunburst c/o Elizabeth Arden | Mascara: Beautiful Color Lash Enhancing in Black c/o Elizabeth Arden | Lips: Red Door Red c/o Elizabeth Arden

It’s official: winter has arrived in Toronto. Let the on-going cycle of chapped lips, dry skin, frozen fingers, wind-blown mane’s and more begin. Vacation anyone? 

Embellished Collar

Jacket: Ann Taylor | Blouse: J. Crew | Belt: Club Monaco {old, similar} | Jeans: J. Brand | Boots: Ann Taylor | Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim | Sunnies: Celine {similar} | Watch: Micheal Kors | Spiked Bracelet: Stella & Dot | The Reece Blaire, The van der Woodsen, The Adair : c/o Reece & Blaire

Hubby and I took a break in-between moving this weekend to snap some pics of my fav new items: an embellished collar, coordinated belt and my new arm party obsession: Reece & Blaire. These stackable baubles are just darling and with such unique shapes, colours and sizes, you can truly make a look all your own. I’ve got my eye on the Whitley next! Which one are you loving? 

Bows on Bows

Coat: Club Monaco c/o Pay Mobile AB | Cardigan: J.Crew Factory {similar} c/o Pay Mobile AB | Blouse: Ann Taylor | Bowtie: Ardene {similar} | Pants: Ann Taylor | Pumps: Zara {old, crushing on these} | Sunnies: Karen Walker | Watch: Micheal Kors | Bracelet: Luxe Craving

As much as I’d like to call myself frugal, there are definitely purchases I make from time to time that are ‘questionable’ in their justification. Despite these minor ‘must have moments’, I am always sure to never lose sight of something my father always instilled in me at a young age: budgeting! I was often reminded, if you don’t have the cash for it, then you shouldn’t be buying it. Thankfully those words still ring loud and clear as an adult but I must admit, it can be difficult at times to walk away from an item which may be ‘out of reach’ at the moment. For times when your inner fashion conscience isn’t doing its duty, there are Paymobile pre-paid Visa cards.

The concept is simple: order a card, personalize it, load it with an amount you’re comfortable spending and once it arrives in the mail: shop away! This card is all about smart spending. So whether you like to abide by seasonal clothing budgets (a habit of mine), are hoping to set boundaries on the upcoming gift giving season or are looking to give a fab gift – it has a plethora of uses. I had the pleasure of using one of the pre-paid cards to knock off some of my essentials for the winter season. My picks? A pink pastel coat for the dreary weather (I blame the Glitter Guide style sessions shoot) and an embellished cardigan.

I’m curious: what do you do to keep your shopping habits in check?

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