Discovery!

I've been searching high and low for a cute pair of boots with a low heel.

Little did I know they were right here at home, right under my nose!

I bought them second hand quite a few years ago to put in my tickle trunk (full of lovely costumey pieces).

I've actually wore them a few years ago when I played Susanna Moodie in Molly Thom's The Bush Ladies.

Watch me act and speak in a British accent here!

Anyway, aren't they cute? Perfect for skinny jeans or with socks, tights and a skirt! I'm a sucker for buttons.
PLUS they were already in my closet! No need to buy more and add to the pile which I am currently trying to whitle down.

Lisa.xo

Off Track

Well, it seems I've done it again.
Fallen off the blog-wagon.

I was so excited for fall and now that it's here I just have no idea what to wear! I am dissapointed with my outfit almost everyday. My hair is driving me crazy (time for a haircut and me with no money) and I feel unhappy about how out of shape I feel some days. Ugh.
Do you have days/weeks like this?

It feels tough to share with you when I feel so crummy about this stuff.

I need some much needed fall wardrobe inspiration. I'm feeling the need to simplify. Maybe downsize my wardrobe.
I dunno.

I'm trying to get back in the swing of things.
I found these two photos that make me pumped about getting dressed for fall.
Please send me some links to some more vintage inspired fall fashion! I need the help!!

from Dorothea's Closet

Sorry, I can't remember where I got this one. Let me know if you know!!

Sigh. On the plus side, I finally got all of the pillows sewn for my new couch! And I've started decorating a little for Halloween. The Boy and I are in the process of picking out a rug for the living room.

Speaking of Halloween, I've signed on to work in the costume department at Harlequin for the month of October with my friend Jen! Should be fun!

You'll be seeing more of me. Promise! (And welcome to my new readers!!)

Lisa.xo

Outfits: Addicted to Polka-Dots

I just can't help myself. I bought this dress from Goodwill a couple days ago. I couldn't resist the combination of navy, pearlized buttons and of course, polka-dots.
All I could think today while I wore it was "Just add Doc Martens, remove the belt and Hello 1994!!" haha!

I do love to wear a summer dress layered for fall and winter though. I love to stretch my wardrobe like that. I feel like it's a super power of mine.

White Trench: Joe

Rhinestone Necklace: Thrifted

Grey Blazer: Jolt

Navy Polka-Dotted Dress: Thrifted

White Long Sleeve Tee: Ricki's

White Skinny Belt: Thrifted

Grey Tights: Joe

Grey Mary Janes: Aldo

Recycled Seat Belt Shoulder Bag: U.S.E.D

I think Mad Men is officially invading my life. My hair feels like it's got a bit of a 60's vibe today. Happy Wednesday!

Lisa.xo

Outfits: New Velvet Blazer

I hope I don't dissapoint with this outfit, it's a little more trendy/modern than most of the outfits Iusually wear. Sometimes Fall weather makes me want to try out trends.

The jeggings really make the whole thing very modern. It would be a totally different outfit with a skirt or a slim legged trouser. I bought them at Ricki's and haven't worn them until now. I'm still not sure I'm a jeggings kinda gal. You definately wouldn't catch me in a pair of leggings, but somehow the denim made it ok for me to give them a go. What do you think?

At any rate, this is my new blazer from Jacob! Isn't it the best?!?! It was a total impulse purchase! I saw it and HAD TO HAVE IT! I should have taken a pic of the back. It's cut high to the waist in the back and comes down to the points in the front. I just love it! It's kindof got a Circus Ringmaster vibe to it (if a Circus Ringmaster wore pink velvet...)

Anyway, this is what I wore to work today.

50's Pearl and Rhinestone Bow Necklace: Ragpickers

Leopard Print Scarf: Ricki's

Black Lace Cami: Thrifted

Black V-Neck Tunic: Smart Set

Jeggings: Ricki's

Brogues: Aldo

Black Patent Purse: Thrifted

I'm not used to taking photos with the new furniture. I feel like my photos are all over the place today. It will take some getting used to I guess. That being said, I wouldn't trade the new for the old (although we still have the old couch and chair on the basement.)

Lisa.xo

Sneak Preview

Here's a peek of my outfit today. I bought a fabulous new jacket at Jacob last week and I've been dying to share it with you.

I don't have time to take full photos of my outfit before work today, so I thought I would tease you a bit before I shoot and post them after work today.

Lisa.xo

Outfits: My Favorite Shorts

I bought these shorts last year at Value Village. It took me a while to actually wrap my head around wearing them. I was not sure about the high waist and the pleated front. But I knew I liked them. I don't know what happened, but somehow I got past it. Now they're one of the best pieces in my wardrobe! I wear them a lot.

This is another work outfit:

Green Rhinestone Brooch: Ragpickers

Burgandy Cardigan: Jacob

Cream Short Sleeve Sweater: Jacob

Highwaisted Polka Dotted Shorts: Thrifted

Black Patent Belt: Laura

Black Tights: Indestructables

T-Strap Shoes: Spring

Patent Purse: Thrifted

Ring: My Grandmother's family ring

Lisa.xo

Oufits: High Collars and Pearls

I'm posting this far later than I was hoping to. Dinner with The Boy's family ran late, then we had to go to the drug store for deodorant and cough medicine. Right Guard doesn't make the kind of deodorant The Boy usually wears anymore so we spent at least 20 minutes smelling every kind of men's anti-persperant available. (For the record, I would never want my man to smell like The Old Spice Man. The new scents are not that good in my opinion.) So it took us longer to get home than I thought it would.

But I digress...this is what I wore to work today.

This outfit was the result of me not wanting to wear anything too involved or complicated today. The days are starting to be cool as well so a sweater was in order. So I thought classic and a little preppy fit the bill nicely.

Check out my new lipstick! I bought  Viva Glam Cyndi from the MAC store on Sunday! Love it! It's beautiful coral/berry shade. Perfect for daytime. I've worn it everyday.

Faux Pearls: Thrifted

High Collar Blouse: Winners

Purple V-Neck Cardigan: Joe

Denim Capris: Ricki's

Purple Patent Oxfords: Bleka

Lisa.xo

Outfits: $1 Dress

I love this dress! I bought it for $1 dollar at the Gimli Thrift store! Score! It's a 70's take on ther 40's. I have a few pieces like this in my wardrobe.

I'm wearing this to work today (I really match my walls and my curtains today! What can I say? I love green!):

Pink Brooch: Thrifted

Green Cardigan: Smart Set

70's Floral Dress: Thrifted

White Belt: Thrifted

White Socks: Walmart

80's Burgandy Shell Purse: Ragpickers

Peep Toe Shoes: Kensie

TGIF! (Plus! Happy Labour Day weekend to all of you in Canada and the States!) Tonight The Boy and I are off to night racing at the Gimli Speedway. (This is a Gimli filled post then isn't it?) I will be wearing something more appropriate to cool evenings and bugs.

Lisa.xo

Outfits: Little Black Cloud

It will not stop raining here! I guess fall has finally arrived. I've got mixed emotions. I'm sad that the warm weather is gone, but I really missed my fall clothes. I had fun getting dressed this morning!

I'm wearing this to work today:

Also! Check out my new drapes! One or two more weeks and my new chair will arrive!! Can't wait!

Black Beret: Joe

Rhinestone Necklace: Thrifted

Grey Cotton Blazer: Jolt

Sequin Tank Top: Ricki's Sample Sale

80's Black Wool Polka Dotted Skirt: Oscar de la Renta

Grey Wool Pumps with Bow: Joe

Happy Thursday!

Lisa.xo

It Just Feels Wrong!

It's official! I'm starting to think about/wish for fall. Its kinda feels wrong since it's still pretty summery here in Winnipeg. We're getting touches of fall weather, but we've still got hot days. Sunday was +40 with the humidex! I feel like I'm betraying summer by wanting fall to come.

I blame the new clothes I bought yesterday at Joe. They're just SO cute!

Honestly, it's really a toss up which is my favorite season: summer or fall. I adore hot summer nights, vintage sun dresses, open toed shoes, shopping downtown boutiques, patios; but fall has that great mild weather which is perfect for a light jacket and boots. I love the rain in fall and the smell of the leaves changing. Not to mention the most perfect weather for layering, because I always say more is more!

So here's what I bought:

This grey cardigan came in 3 other colours. I'll probably end up buying at least one more. I LOVE the ruffle! I can't wait to wear it belted with a pencil skirt. Or tucked into a full skirt with knee socks and mary janes with a great brooch!

This purple sweater (whose colour isn't showing up well in any of my photos!) was a total impulse buy! (well actually they all were, but whatever! haha!) I couldn't resist the sleeve length and the flowers on the shoulder. I'm just a sucker for girly embellishments. That and I love purple. This one came in about 6 other colours. I want to wear this one with denim capris, socks and my purple oxfords. Or tucked into a skirt with tights, oh! and a long scarf.

Apparently I only have one pose going today! "I'm a little teacup!" Haha!

I also couldn't resist these adorable shoes. They're wool! And the bow! SO CUTE!!

So there it is. The anticipation for fall has begun. Sorry Summer.

Lisa.xo

Outfits: Fall has Arrived

So it's official. Fall has started. It is chilly today and threatening to rain. There are leaves on my lawn and the evenings are no longer balmy and warm.
(That being said, the weather channel is predicting high of +30 for the weekend. We'll see what happens).

*Sigh*
I guess it had to happen sometime.

We'll this is what I'm wearing to work today. It's the first time I've put on a sweater in months.

80's Leather Jacket: Vintage Glory

Birdcage Necklace: Ricki's Sample Sale

Pearl & Chain Necklace: From Mom

Cream T-Shirt With Tulle Rosettes: Joe

Leopard Print Cardigan: Joe

Black Cropped Cigarette Pants: Jacob

Satin Bow Pumps: Browns Couture 

50's Black Leather Purse: Thrifted

Oh! Another reason I know it's Fall is because I have a terrible cold! I missed work yesterday it was so bad...

Hopefully I can beat it before the end of the week.

Lisa.xo