Pretty In Pink

Club Monaco Coat, Forever 21 Bow Clips, Kate Spade Journal, Tory Burch Cross-body, Joe Fresh Sweater, Baublebar Earrings, Forever 21 Beaded Top, Joe Fresh Blouse, Tory Burch Tote, Gap Pants

I have a confession. I am obsessed with pink. I don't know what it is lately (maybe something in the water?), but I love all things pink. I have never been or considered myself a "pink" type of girl. I've always liked the colour, but always gravitated to purples, blues or yellows. I think since this colour had such a big surge in style, especially this past fall and winter, it's making me crave some and jump on the pink bandwagon with everyone! I love the idea of wearing it in the winter. It took me a little while to get over that "it's not your typical winter colour", but I think that's why I love it even more! Let's be rebellious and wear pink in the gloomy days of winter! Here are just a few of the pink pieces I have been thinking about lately!

I absolutely love the pink coat by Club Monaco. I love that it makes a statement all on its own and who doesn't love gold buttons on a coat! Naturally I had to add a journal, because yes I have a journal collecting habit (problem), but who could resist this Kate Spade journal? I love the bright pink colour and the fun ribbon page marker! Another surprising appearance on this list are the Baublebar earrings. I should let you know I'm a one pair of earrings type of girl. I wear the same studs day in and day out (so exciting I know). I've just never been a huge earring person, but recently I have been seeing and loving drop earrings and I think I definitely want to give them a try. This pair from Baublebar would be a great fit because they aren't too large and over the top, probably a good pair to ease myself into!

Hopefully we can all add some of these pretty pink things to our closets, and hey they are also the perfect pieces to kick start spring! I think I might be ahead of myself, but it's hard not to wish that spring was around the corner seeing as it is -20 or so here. A girl can wish right!

Let's Do This 2014

Happy New Year everyone and welcome to the new and improved Style of Living! I'm so excited for the new design to be all finished and to finally share it with you. It was perfect timing to unveil the new design and kick off 2014 all at once! You guys, it's 2014 already! Where does time go these days? Either way I am beyond excited for this year. It might slightly be because 14 has always been my lucky number (actually never really lucky, I just claimed it as that...), I even went as far as making my first email address (in grade 5) totally14. I'm actually really surprised that email address didn't stick. Ok but besides my awesome 10 year old email address, I think this year will be one of the best yet! And I'm so ready to put in the work to make it just that. So instead of making a traditional resolutions list, I wanted to just share some of the things I hope to do more of in 2014!

I'll say it again, and probably many many more times this year, but 2014.... Let's Do This!

Update

It has been a little while (much longer than it should be) since I've posted, so I thought I'd share a little update! I am in the process of redesigning this website and hopefully introducing some exciting new features to go along with it! This past year has been such a learning experience and I think I am finally understanding what its all taught me and where I should be heading (and sadly no its not to a sunny destination for my now pale skin to get a little love). Either way I'm excited and that's always a great feeling!

I feel like this saying has been running through my head the past couple weeks.... and I love it!

Fall Style Inspiration

Well it has been a while since I last posted (whoops) but life just gets busy sometimes! Anyways I am back now and have a few exciting projects and plans in the near future. But more on that later! I'm not sure if it's only me but lately I cannot wait for fall and especially fall style! I think it is probably one of my favourite seasons for fashion and I love thinking about all the fun outfits that are to come. I am almost overwhelmed with the thoughts and ideas I have for fall and my wish list seems to keep increasing by the day! So I thought I would share my fall wants (...needs) to give some inspiration but also to keep track for myself! Anyways here we go...be prepared it is long...and only getting longer!

Old Navy Military Jacket/Old Navy Faux Leather/Danier Leather Coat/

Coats/Jackets: There are two different style I am looking at for the fall. Firstly I am looking for a good leather jacket. I haven't decided yet if I am going to invest in one and get a good quality one, or if I should go the faux way and buy a cheap one. The next style is a military jacket. I think this is such a great style to pair over almost anything and it won't be too heavy to wear in the warmer months before fall hits!

Anthropologie Rancher Hat/Zara Felt Hat

Hats: I have been lusting after a great fall hat for a while now. I spotted a few last year and for some reason never took the jump and bought them (big regret!). However this year I am determined to find one or two that I like and finally buy them! I have spotted two so far that seem to fit the bill for what I am looking for! The good news is I am sure (fingers crossed) that there will be more to come as fall comes closer! I also love love love this one that was featured on one of my favourite blogs Gal Meets Glam. I can't find it yet on the Gap website (I think it might be from last year) but hopefully it will be making an appearance soon!

Boots: This is a tricky one! I love so many styles of boots that I think I might go bankrupt buying so many! Firstly I am in desperate need of boots. I pretty much lived in my Hunter boots last year which are practical but not always so stylish! This year I am committed to buying at least one or two pairs of boots for the fall and winter! I am kind of all over the place with the styles that I want but I think I am leaning towards a good tall over the knee or riding style boot. I also do love booties and am going to try to find a good pair. This is a little tricky as of now because boots haven't fully hit stores yet (I'm a little too early).

Jeans/Pants: I've talked about this before here, but a good pair of black jeans is a definite must for fall. I have yet to buy my perfect pair, but it is definitely at the top of my list for fall. Another style of pants that I have my eye on is a good army green pant or jean. I love that colour for fall and think it will go great with lots of different boots and sweater combinations. I also love these other colour pants for fall!

Marc by Marc Jacobs/Kate Spade Purse/Tory Burch Purse

Purses: I have been looking for a good brown purse lately that can work as a cross body bag to use daily but also have versatility to use in other situations. I think I found the perfect one with this Marc by Marc Jacobs bag. I love the colour, the size and the fact that it can convert from a cross body to a hand bag. Another bag also caught my eye while I was looking. This Kate Spade one would be an ideal black bag for the fall. I again love the fact that it can convert in to a few styles like the Marc by Marc Jacobs one. I have also been looking for a black bag. Originally I had my sights set on a more structured black bag but I think this Kate Spade one has taken the lead! Hopefully I can set my sights on another black bag, one that is more structured, like this Tory Burch one, by the time Christmas comes around...hint hint.

Tassel Loafer/Dolce Vita Loafer/Oxblood Loafer

Oxfords/Loafers: Before winter hits here, which means lots of snow, I want to buy some oxfords or loafers. I think they are a great transition from summer sandals to falls cooler weather. I love the way oxfords and loafers look with outfits, and they can really be worn with any outfit. They can make a fancier outfit more casual but also add some fun to casual outfits. I have seen a few around the web, but these are the ones I keep coming back to!