meanwhile in the fashion files...

I thought it'd be fun to start a series on the blog to showcase Gemma's keen fashion sense. We'll call it Fashion Files of the baby kind and I'll try to post every Friday. So.

Today Gem was wearing a Crewcuts shirt and Target leggings. She wears the same Joe Fresh slippers pretty much every day and never takes that damn amber necklace off. A girl likes what a girl likes.

I was trying to get a cool artsy close up picture of the bow detail at the bottom of her super cute leggings but Gemma was having none of it. Here is the section I will call, Fashion Files of the baby kind outtakes. (I have a feeling there will be lots of these)

 "What? you don't think they won't want to see a great picture of my bellybutton? Geeze. "

"Let send them off with a quick musical interlude. Evvvvveryone loves Thomas the Tank engine theme song right?"

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Wear- A Baby Boy!

I know this is a little late in the evening for my Wear Wednesday post but I couldn't resist, my brother Ryan and Britt are having a BOY! Yup that's right folks, I'm gonna be an aunt for the very first time to a little buddy!
Now lets get serious.....what am I going to buy him?

Well he will certainly need this groundhog onesie for his first Feb 2nd, no?

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And he can't go on his many camping trips without looking the part, right?

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I was thinking when the weather turns cold he may like to snuggle in his dogsled onesie.....

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And slip on this comfy crocheted loafers, I mean what little guy wouldn't love a pair of these!

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What do you think? Have you seen any other cute baby boy stuff I should know about as a conserning future Auntie?

Are you an Aunt or Uncle? What did you have to have for your little one? How do you feel about spoilling your niece or nephew? Completley warranted or totally not?

Love and Hugs

Wear- Downtown Toronto

I'm so excited to be in Toronto permanently and really get down to exploring the shops in and around the different neighbourhoods. Here is a small list of a few I can't wait to visit.

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1. Bicyclette Boutique on Queen West. I was introduced online to this fashion mecca by my new friend Renee from EatLiveShop. She's knows her stuff so naturally it's at the top of my list.

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2. I've got a few stylish kids on my list this year and it's nothing but the best for them. So off to Ella+Elliot I go.

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3. And to satisfy my Chanel gawking habit I will surley be stopping at Holts. Hell I may even throw caution to the wind and try on a few pairs!

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4. But to be completely honest Original is more in my price range and they've got so much cute stuff. I seriously can not resist the plethora of shoes if every colour and pattern imaginable, I just want to eat them!

Any other suggestions my friends? Where will you be shopping this season?

Love and Hugs

Wear Wednesday where'd ya go?

 

Sorry you guys I totally flaked on Wednesday this week. Holy crap I've been busy since getting home with new jobs and apartments and family and doggies and well you get it. I promise to be back here next Wednesday bigger and more fashionable than ever. I've got an idea already that I think you're going to love.

Just to tide you over here is an image of total deliscous/fashion/ruffle/feather/love/insaness from ZsaZsa Bellagio!



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Wear- Two Trends

Dear my stylish friends, muses and inspirations can you please help me with a small fashion emergency? Yesterday I did a little shopping and bought this pink silk oversized silk shirt at Joe Fresh. I really love it's floaty nature and rich colour.

I'm hoping to wear it with this great baubily necklace but that's where the ideas end. What the hell do I wear on the bottom of this outfit?

Same goes for this slouchy sweater and crystal necklace.

What do you suggest? Jeans? What fit and wash? I do have a black pencil skirt and a pair of cigarette pants? And what goes on my feet? Ahhhhhhh! Please help! I don't want these two lovelies to sit in my closet forever!

Love and Hugs

Wear- Daily style inspiration

Hi Kids! I'm still a little busy with my Mom and Dad, moving back home and all that so I wanted to let some other cool women inspire you this week on Wear Wednesday. These are my top 3 favourite style bloggers out there:

Noelani from Mon petit chou chou

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Taylor from Sterling Style and the The Glitter Guide

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and Anna Jane from See Jane

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Aren't they smokin'? Do you have what it takes to post pictures of your outfits everyday? Do you have a secret ambition to be a stylist? Or maybe you just plain love fashion like me? Anyways have a peek at the sites, there is tons of lovely giddy fashion awesomeness and inspiration running through the pages.

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Wear- What's in your makeup bag?

I'm a beauty minimalist. I love a few really good products. However on the other side I love shopping at Sephora. I get all giddy over the outrageous eye shadow colours and those big compacts they have out right now for Christmas with 56 lip glosses and 97 eye shadows and 34 blushes, you know the ones. Not like I would ever buy one but I sure do like looking at them!

Got me thinking about the products I do use and wondering if you're like me?

My favourites:

1. Viva Glam Cyndi Lauper lipstick.

2. Bobbi Brown shimmer brick for my eyeshadow

3. Givenchy Matissime powder foundation

4. Clinique Acne solutions three step

5. Bobbi Brown Hydrating Eye Cream

6. Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage concealer

7. Benefit Bad gal brown mascara

Or maybe you're more like my Aunt Ann? She's all about hair, everytime I'm at her house I use all her awesome shampoos, conditioners, styling products and sprays! 

 Aunt Ann's top seven:

1. Mary Kay lipstick in Apple Berry

2. Joico pink mist hairspray

3. Biosilk Thermal seal

4. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle perfume

5. Olay total effects face moisturizer

6. Maybeline great lash mascara

7. Smashbox Healthy FX foundation

My Mom is serious about her skin routine. I always hear people commenting on how clear and soft her skin looks. I say it's genectics but she swears by Dr. Renaud products. A little pricey but worth every last penny according to Mom.

Mom's Beauty picks:

1. Cover Girl professional mascara

2. Sephora shimmer gloss in Cranberry

3. "Wedge" shadow by Mac for brows and crease

4. Daily cleanser and moisturizer by Dr. Renaud

5. "Sparkling Cider" blush by Mary Kay

6. Mineral foundation by Bare Minerals

7. Favourite tool is Mac angle brow brush # 208.

Now it's your turn, what can you not live with out? Have you figured out how to use that crazy fushia eye shadow by Urban Decay yet? Or are you a dove soap kinda girl?

Love and Hugs

Wear- A Very Swell Mad Men outfit

Last Wednesday was the long awaited Very Swell event at the Alcazar mezzanine bar in the 6e. I'd been wanting to attend since reading about the first one on HIP Paris. Alisa and Louise organise the soirée concentrating on a private cocktail/food/art type vibe with a Mad Men lean. How fun does that sound, right?!

In order to go you have to dress the part. Since the pocketbook isn't overflowing this month I decided to make due with what I had and buy a few cheap pieces to complete the look. Noelani also gave me great advice by suggesting I play with makeup such as matte lipstick and winged eyeliner, so I went for it!

I bought these 2.99 euro earings at Camieu and wore a vintage broach belonging to my great grandmother that I love.

The blouse is a year old from a shop in Malta and the skirt was 12.99 at Camieu as well. I couldn't swing for a pair of 50's style pumps so I went with my good old go to black Nine West pair, topping it off with a fake cheetah clutch from Aldo.

We showed up just in time to order a fancy Vodka Gimlet and talk to the other guests. Paul the Pastry boy was there along with Alisa (one of the event creators) who also runs Sweetpea bakery. We had a swinging time and can't wait for the next one!

 

Do you guys go to dress up parties? Or attend private dining clubs? Do they have them where you live? I was thinking of making a supper club in my own home when we settle into Toronto. Would anyone come?

Love and Hugs

Wear- Christmas party attire

I know some of you may not want to hear it but Christmas season is fast approaching and I bet the party invites are rolling in as well. I know what you're thinking.....WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR!!!  Don't fret my friends I've got you covered.

What about cranberry tights, and a gorgeous full yellow flowery skirt paired with a festive bronze sequin number?

No? Well then I'm sure you'll love this black tulle lacy number with these excessive faux jewels!

oooooooor you could go all copper with this tulip dress from J.Crew and pair it will mustard yellow tights and plum peeptoes?

But my favourite has got to be this gorgeous party dress from Alexander Wang and these stunning emerald satin pumps from Charlotte Olympia. Hey Sam, dream much??? ;)

And just for kicks I added this last little number in for you. Would you have the courage to wear this? Even bigger question, how would you accessorize it?



Have fun getting ready for all the parties this year and please tell me, what will you be wearing?

Love and Hugs

Wear Wednesday- Very Swell Project

Next Wednesday is my very first time at Alisa and Louise's Mad Men type cocktail project called Very Swell. It will be held at a very fitting venue called The Alcazar in Paris's 6e arrondissment.

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The dress code of course is Mad Men and apparently taken very seriously! I love dressing up but honestly have never seen one episode or even a commercial for Mad Men. So I've been scouring the internet for ideas and getting a little nervous. I mean what the hell do I have in my closet that looks like this:

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Or the beautiful Christina Hendricks: 

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I love love love those big skirts but don't own a single one!

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I might be able to find something closer to this:

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I think in the end I will wear what I have (a cardigan and skirt) and concentrate on the hair and pearls. Maybe I can get my short hair to do a french roll? Yikes!

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Either way I know it will be a Swell time!

Have you ever been to an underground dining/cocktail event? Do you love attending dress up parties? But most importantly, are you coming?????!!!!

Love and Hugs

Wear Wednesday- Let's go shoe shopping!

I've got a great trio of fall/winter shoes but am missing the everyday flat boot in the mix. It seems I can't stop buying dressy shoes. I can't convince myself to spend money on something practical! What's wrong with me! The low boots I wear everyday have holes in them and are so sad I couldn't bear to show you. So here's the other three instead:

These babies are from Massimo Dutti this season. I loooooove them! 

This NineWest pair was bought in India 2009 and I wear them with black evening attire.

These are my Steve Madden boots from 2006. They are a great pair of boots but the heel is just that much too tall for me to wear them all day. :(

 

This pair from Hudson is probably what I should be buying......

But wouldn't these Theysken's Theroy Wedges be more fun?

Or even this mint Jeffrey Campbell pair!  How amazing are they?

But nooooooooo I have to buy practical winter shoes or boots or whatever. So tell me what are you wearing on your feet this season. Fun or not so fun? Colourful or just brown? Practical or frothy?
And please tell me I can go splurge at Jeffrey Campbell instead of buying boring old winter boots! Thanks guys! ;)


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Freeforall Friday- 12 by 2012 and an Award!!!

It's Listmania over here at The Sentimental Suitcase! Are you ready for this jelly? Did I just say that? YES!


Have you guys heard of this? Danni from Oh, Hello Friend has proposed a goal project entitled 12 by 2012.  I've seen it on a few blogs here and here and I am thinking I could use with a few challenges and ambitions to end this year off right.

So let's get started shall we?

1. lose 15 pounds

2. Secure a volunteer position at a wellness/healing/yoga/meditation type center in Toronto

3. Get a job

4. DIY all our Christmas gifts

5. Continue meditating every single day

6. Send Christmas cards with heartfelt well wishes in each

7. Send out our Wedding thank you notes

8. Finish my book

9. Join OA in Toronto

10. Bake every Sunday until I leave for Toronto with my honey

11. Provide photographic evidence of all the things I strike off this list

12. Go on that weird outdoor climbing tree thing in the woods near our house (Scary!!!)

In other news the hilarious girl after my own heart Samantha Vérant from The Frog and a Princess gave me the Stylish Blogger award! Can you believe that? Ahhhhh! I am over the moon crazy about this! That kind of thing has never happened to me and I feel so humbled and cool. Okay enough Ego, calm down little f*#%'er!

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Anyways, in order to collect the award you must reveal 7 truths about yourself and pass it on. Fun!

 1. I believe in God. There I said it. Now you all know. I am spiritual. I think there are other forces at work that we can not see and I am only living half my life if I can't appreciate and explore that.

2. We are gonna start trying to make a baby in Jan, 2012! Ahhh!

3. Vince and I are sleeping in bunk beds right now (hence the not pregnant part) But don't worry still very much in love just have a tinytiny apartment until we move mid Nov.

4. I prefer to shower in the afternoon than the morning, is that weird? I just hate getting all cold and wet in the morning. I take a while to wake up.

5. I'm a vegetarian and a foodie/wine snob. Yes we do exist.

6. I'm actually excited to be moving to Toronto and living there. Yes we do exsit. ;)

7. hehehe I love making lists and my brother calls me Lieutenant Precise after my father Captain Precise who also has a small worry problem (BIG) and likes to make lists and check and check and re-check!

So now for my choice for the next Stlyish Blogger award! And the award goes to the most sophisticated colourful amazing cool woman I know Noelani from Mon Petit Chou Chou. Who am I kidding she's probably recieved this award more times than I can count she's just that stylish!

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Congratulations Noelani!

Now tell me you guys do you have a 12 by 2012 list? I'd love to know what's on it! Do you want to share with me? I am so nosy! Indulge me!

Love and Hugs