Culottes

I've always wanted a pair of culottes and finally I have found them with the perfect length for my height.  Since I'm vertically challenged, I made sure I found a pair that sits somewhat above my ankle.  I'm lucky to have found these, I have to admit though they can be tricky to style.  The trick is in the length.  Making sure these voluminous pair hits above the ankle.  You can wear them with heels or flats.  I chose to pair mine with strappy sandals that shows my toes, and I tucked in my soft knitted top since the pants are high waisted.  

Photo Credits: Michael Abella & Kevin Ao

Long Skirt & Crop Top

The long skirt and cropped top combo has to be one of my favorite combos!  This particular skirt  shows off the leg with the right amount of sexiness.  Accessorizing such as using a beanie and using a scarf completes the whole outfit.  I chose to wear these pump booties to add some drama.    

Photography Credits: Michael Abella & Kevin Ao

Borrowed from the Boys

There's something appealing about combining feminine pieces and pieces borrowed from the boys... Let's talk about the white Converse chucks (high tops) in particular.  White sneakers are a major trend since who knows how long now!  These classic beauties are probably my favourite kicks to match with almost anything, I mean almost anything from shorts, skirts, jeans, and dresses. Yes, even dresses are no exception.  It's a matter of pairing them and putting the pieces together to make it look cohesive.

I have quite a collection! -- 5 pairs (high tops and low ones) to be exact! Shocking! I know! My active job requires them... when you're a preschool teacher you are constantly moving around.

 For this post, I combined two contrasting styles: feminine & tomboy.  As you can see, I chose a more sexier feminine pieces to pair with my white high top Converse to balance out the "Pretty Boy" look I was aiming for.  

Outfit Details:

Top & skirt from aritzia

Converse high top sneakers

Tory Burch purse

Zara jean jacket

Photography Credit: Alice Hong

Rips & Layers

Cooler weather like this calls for layers, layers, layers!  It totally adds an extra oomph to any outfit, I particularly like to layer sheer fabric tops dress shirts under crop tops or sweaters.  Layering an outfit this way is a great way of keeping your outfit sophisticated and chic. To finish, I added some ankle boots and ripped jeans for that cool and grungy feel.

Outfit Details:

Loft dress shirt

TopShop  ripped jeans

Hudson's Bay shoes by Fergilicious

Top from Wilfred Free from Aritzia 

Photographer: Alice Hong

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Winter Sweater

This camel colour cardigan is my ultimate fave at the moment! The colour stands out and i love it's soft knit cut long for a draped feel; it's finished with gold embellishments for a fun touch.  I styled this look for a more casual day time look.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

Top from Giordano

Hudson Jeans from Bloomingdales

Booties from Saks Fifth Avenue

Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo purse

Belt from Community by Aritzia 

Cardigan from Dex

Photographer: Michael Abella