nearly there

i know it's still pretty warm out, in fact this past weekend we had what i think was the hottest summer weather yet here in vancouver. nonetheless, it is nearly september, and i can't help but think of fall fashion. these pieces from pretty birdie would be perfect to transition into fall, don't you think? i love the rich colours, all hand-dyed with eco-friendly dyes. even better, all of pretty birdie's clothing is made with organic and sustainable materials. that dress is calling my name -- love the olive green, and it would be super cute over jeans, too.

images via pretty birdie

fall fling

images via j.crew

loving the colours in these fall offerings from j.crew. that golden yellow is divine, and i love the resurgence of tweed and cable knits in the early autumn clothes i've seen popping up so far in shops. fall fashion is probably my very favourite, always rich and layered and oh so pretty.

from the ever-lovely dace.

images via d a c e

i'm a huge fan of the gorgeous clothing by local designer dace moore. her collections are always beautifully thought out, cohesive, and elegant. from casually chic to sophisticated edgy pieces, there are some really amazing items in this spring's offerings, as always. i especially love the blossom one-piece, top left. not sure that i could pull it off, but it's so fantastic!

the gals at d a c e emailed to let me know about a super holiday sale happening this week for canada day, save 40% until july 4 {use code mycanada}. this is a pretty rare opportunity, i love the fact that you can have twice as many amazing pieces for practically the same cost. shopping, anyone?

effortless style

sometimes there's a line of clothing that you feel just gets the way you want to dress, or which encompasses the impression you want to make with your attire. for me, it's pamela tang. i love everything she makes, everything she designs. the precisely folded pleats, together with a more casual shaping of elastic thread and gathering. it's the combined feeling of casual + natural + effortless chic. the rumpled linen. the bold earthy colours dotted amongst neutrals. even her product photography speaks of the almost effervescent, whisper of chic. i love it all.

i've posted about pamela tang before, and i've no doubt i will do it again. love, love.

knocking it out of the park

the folks over at j.crew have got my summer style credo pretty much pegged. simple silhouettes, bohemian casual, shades of blue + red paired with linen + warm neutrals. i'd like one of each, please!

lemlem adama dress in tangerine :: boho embroidered top in vintage sand

high tide tunic dress in vintage linen :: siesta dress

rope cloud ikat dress in vintage cobalt :: ticking-stripe tunic in muslin

{i'm especially loving the lemlem line by liya kebede, so gorgeous!}

and she was dressed in shades of grey.

images via shops as listed below, clockwise from top right.

girls' valencia dress :: crewcuts by j.crew

the everyday dress in grey for girls :: minimoo

violette dress :: by le petit lucas du tertre, available at smallable

the newspaper print lucky dress :: redfish clothing

gingham dress :: zara girl

grey canvas and liberty twirl dress :: french garderobe

make sure you check out minimoo's entire shop, adorable dresses + impeccably styled 'storefront'!

lace for spring

very pretty vintage-inspired spring collection by vancouver fashion house dru's design. i love the tweed dress on the bottom right, very chic. visit dru's design to find out where to buy.

images via dru's design.

it's all about the dresses.

it's probably not a surprise that what i most look forward to in the oscars is the fashion. i mean, isn't it everyone's favourite part?!?

i must admit, i found this years' show to be a little lacklustre, but there were some definite bright spots in the dresses. oh, the dresses. gorgeous. these are a few of my faves. how about you?

images via yahoo. {photographers matt sayles, chris pizzello, john shearer, jason merritt}

lemon + teal.

images via shops as listed below, clockwise from bottom left.

here we are again with a little sunshine + surf colour combo. it wasn't hard to find a whole slew of goodies that fit within this scheme, so i decided to start with the fashion today and move on to decor later this week. i love these colours, they are so cheerful + bright, with the promise of spring on the horizon.

seychelles flamingo in teal :: via 6pm.com

sun shades dress :: anthropologie

triangle top in turquoise cotton jersey :: out of line

clutch - starburst pleat :: yorktown road

seychelles out of office flats :: via nordstrom

peacock fan no. 1 :: marañon {spinthread}

spring dreams :: emersonmade

nothing gets me more excited about a change of season than the clothes.

i love that fresh feeling, rolling out new fashion, new looks, old classics. is there anything better?

i know these lovelies have made their way around the web, but the gorgeous offerings from emersonmade this spring are too good not to share. that seersucker blouse, that scalloped skirt! that dress! the flowers!

i'd like to have them all. oh, and some warmth and sunshine, i'm ready for that too.

images via emersonmade

shift

now, these aren't as blatantly gold as what i shared yesterday, but they all have hints, and they are all a small step away from what i normally gravitate towards. lighter, brighter, fun. i'm enjoying the shift, seeing where my eye is drawn these days.

oh, and just because i can't get enough of pamela tang, i have to share this dress. love.

stripe sequin boatneck tee :: j.crew

silk peacock feathers - luxury clutch :: red ruby rose

glad rags t-straps :: seychelles, found at anthropologie

wool dress with stitched front panel :: pamela tang

what about you, do you find your tastes change and evolve? do you tend to follow trend, or just stick with your tried + true?

drizzle

a rainy labour day has put me right in the mood for fall. while i'm sure that we have a few more days of sun in store [vancouver in september is gorgeous. love it] i am definitely ready to pull out some autumn layers. i'm loving all these looks from j.crew. which is your fave? i think i need that lumiere ruffled cardigan up top. pretty + cozy + perfect.

all images via j.crew

and again with larimeloom

i'm not sure whether it's the mood of the photos, the style of the garments, or just the right balance of the two, but every time i visit the LarimeLoom shop i simply fall in love with the clothing. today, i'm swooning over the muted gold gathered top, pictured above. perfection.

images via larimeloom on etsy.

lavender + daisies

it comes and goes and comes and goes. the sunshine, that is. seriously trying to channel some spring weather, here. these shirts feel decidedly easter-ish, too. perhaps some lavender + daisies for your long weekend,

in the form of some sweet tops for your spring wardrobe.

images via shops as listed below, clockwise from top left.

vintage canvas bow tank :: j. crew

flirty silk top :: boden

palmera ruffle cami :: j. crew

flouncy flowers scoopneck tee :: j. crew

watercolour garden shell :: j.crew

yellow pleated collar shirt :: ananya

wish list :: clothing version

so, it's finally march, my favourite month! i can breathe a sigh of relief that spring is just around the corner, that always brings a smile to my face. it doesn't hurt that it's my birthday month, too. i'll be celebrating the big day next wednesday, and i thought i'd lead up to it with a series of wish lists in this space. when i was a girl, i always wrote a pretty lengthy list of my greatest wants. who am i kidding, i still do. you know, just in case anyone's wondering.

for the first installment, here are a few things i'm coveting for my closet. yes, i know, they're all grey. i can't help it, i just gravitate that way.

images via list below, clockwise from top left.

ivory and grey ruffle top :: la marquise des anges [item currently sold out]

avery jacket in carbon :: soia & kyo

optical hopscotch belted tunic :: fink

fayette :: makool loves you

lo profile grey converse :: converse [available at gravity pope]

this grey cowl tee :: replicca

vancouver fashion for spring

definitely loving seeing some of the new spring/summer collections coming from local vancouver fashion designers this month. i highlighted some of my favourite looks from lily + jae last week. today i'm sharing a few more of my faves, from three more local lovelies.

images via lav & kush

images via nixxi

images via dace

i love the flirty feminine ruffles over at lav & kush. the denim romper is my fave, for sure. i was also happy to see a lot of black punched throughout both the nixxi and dace collections. it's nice to see black used with the lighter summery silhouettes, rather than just reserved for the heavier looks of fall/winter.

as we continue to have crazy mild + spring-like weather here in vancouver, i'm definitely looking forward to donning some sweet dresses very soon. i'm kind of over the lack of winter around here, let's hope the usual march chill doesn't put a damper on my desire for spring.

lily + jae :: road tripping

spring is almost here. can you feel it? local vancouver fashion house

lily + jae is always one of my first stops at this time of year. they consistently put together an amazing collection, and spring/summer 2010 does not disappoint. channeling the 60s with a definite thelma & louise vibe, designer jude feller is taking us along on her summer road trip.

bohemian florals, relaxed denim, teal + coral + white. ruffles, pleats, defined waistlines + shortened hems. relaxed feminine beauty, a lily + jae signature.

i've mentioned here before that i'd love to don one of lily + jae's frocks for a styling solstice camping trip. this summer, maybe you'll find me singing around the campfire in this little beauty. now if only i could just hop into that classic olds, i'll be on my way.

all images via lily + jae

loving lace

sweet + feminine + delicate. a little bit vintage. definitely current.

images via shops as listed below, top to bottom.

white garden silver necklace :: little white dresser

dahlia :: white owl

daniella [ivory] :: live in style