Saturday, October 29, 2011

jewel briefcase

Jacket- Gifted (from my Mum); Blouse (previously worn like this and this)-Smart Set; Skirt & Boots- Thrifted; Purse- Aldo; Wallet- Matt & Nat
Today is the last day of Megan & Keely's This or That remix challenge (insert sad face here).  I've thoroughly enjoyed this challenge- having outfit prompts makes getting dressed that much easier! I decided to combine two of my favourite trends for fall- jewel tones and briefcase inspired bags for a look that's colourful and oh so me!

Scouting a photo location in my condo's courtyard...


It's also Bloggers for Health day and it's all about personal workouts today.  Since I've mentioned my love for exercising here and here I thought I would keep my post short.  I am such an advocate for working out because it has so many health benefits and makes you feel and look your best.  I've taken my love for Zumba to the next level- I finally bit the bullet and registered for a Zumba Instructor training on December 3rd in Toronto! I can hardly wait to get my groove on (and hopefully get paid for it eventually!)

My new autum bag- on sale for $30 at Aldo and my new Matt & Nat vegan wallet- also on sale for $30!







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  1. Style JourneyOctober 29, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Love your new bag! Your scarf and jacket are also equally fantastic :) It's been fun doing the challenge. It was nice having outfit prompts and making getting dressed so much easier! Congrats on the Zumba registration too. That is so exciting! Have a wonderful evening :)

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  2. Courtney ErinOctober 29, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    That bag was $30???!!!! Damn, it's awesome!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  3. Amy's Fashion BlogOctober 29, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    cute bag

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  4. UnknownOctober 29, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Love the white skirt and the amazing colors. Love this whole look!

    julie

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  5. AnonymousOctober 29, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Beautiful jewel tones:-) I'm loving all the beautiful colors around this fall...not just in the trees anymore! Also checked out a couple of your older posts you linked to--great posts!

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  6. KiOctober 30, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    Love the bag! It is so perfect for fall! I also love your jacket :)

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  7. UnknownOctober 30, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Love the cognac hue of your bag - what a steal at $30! Health is important very important to B and me too. I feel innumerable benefits when I eat right and exercise - from sleeping better to being less irritable. Hope you love the course!!

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  8. UnknownOctober 30, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Your outfit is gorge I love it from head to toe. I love your bag from Aldo you got it at such a great deal too.

    Good lick with your zumba registration I know you'll nail it. Keep us posted.

    www.iwouldsorockthis.blogspot.com

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  9. Tina @ Fashion DynamiteOctober 30, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Great bag! It has to be vegan given that price, but it looks like real leather in the pictures. Aldo does such a good job with on trend, inexpensive bags.

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  10. Hilary Ayers-KurtzOctober 30, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Great outfit!
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  11. Callie - Coffee and CardigansOctober 30, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Nothing better than fashion and fitness in one post. Let me start with the outfit and just how much I love that bag! For $30, that is a wonderful find. And extremely versatile. Love it!

    Zumba sounds like it would be such a fun thing. I've thought about taking a class, but just never got around to it. I bet it's a fun and effective way to stay active. Sometimes those lively, fast paced routines really can turn out to be a blast. Great idea!

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  12. AmandaOctober 30, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    This outfit is awesome!!! And you're right, it's so you ...and possibly me, haha :) Love the colors, the combination, and the impeccable fit - just perfect, girl!
    Also, your bag is to die for!
    And lastly, zumba? how cool! I have been meaning to take a class but never gotten around to it. I hope your teacher training goes well - that is so exciting!! Maybe if I'm ever in Canada I can take a class of yours :)

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  13. UnknownOctober 30, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Zumba is so much fun! ive wanted to take a class for such a long time, but right now my schedule just wont allow it! haha next weeks post is already up- http://www.areyouendearing.com/p/bloggers-for-health.html i hope you have a wonderful week!

    much love,
    lauren xoxo

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  14. MaikenOctober 30, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    I looove your new bag and wallet! and that colourful outfit is really cool too ;)

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  15. welldressedmakerOctober 30, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I LOVE that bag! It's such a great color and very versatile! I also really LOVE the color of that top with the red jacket!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  16. LorenOctober 30, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Love this color combo red & teal look great together. I'm a big fan of that scarf too, and your boots are great.

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  18. AnonymousOctober 30, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    I love that scarf and the bag! I just went to my first Zumba class and full on loved it. I was actually laughing out loud for half the class because I couldn't believe how much fun I was having. Shaking my booty in a room full of ladies from 18 - 80... SO GOOD!

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  19. RebeccaOctober 30, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    I love your scarf! And that bag is so fabulous. I was tempted to thrift a bag like that the other day but the strap was all wonky. So I'll still have to keep my eyes out. Cause your's looks so great!

    RebeccawithanR

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  20. KathrynOctober 30, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Your bag is gorgeous! And oh my gosh, being a Zumba instructor would be so fun!! I used to go with a bunch of my friends, and I loved it... until the creepy guys starting coming to check out girls. Then it was just awkward :)

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  21. VeronicaOctober 31, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    love the scarf!!

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  22. LyddieGalOctober 31, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Love your new bag - it totally looks like a coach bag.
    And your red jacket is such a great color!

    Chic on the Cheap

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  23. my thrifty closetOctober 31, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    You Aldo bag is fabulous. Great price too. Usually I just admire things Aldo and can't buy anything, everything is above $100. This is a fabulous outfit, I love how you mix the colors. The red jacket is a statement piece.

    mongs
    mythriftycloset.blogspot.com

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  24. MimiOctober 31, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    i think your bag is absolutely beautiful -- you can never go wrong with aldo! another thing that really caught my eye was your jacket, the color is so gorgeous! :)

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  25. Salvaged StrawberryOctober 31, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    That bag is pretty sweet! Nice find!

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  26. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I love your red Blazer! Super cute outfit

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  27. AnonymousOctober 31, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    That's such a pretty fall outfit. I love the scarf and the vegan wallet. It really looks like fall in your pictures, but it's still 80 degrees where I live.

    Good luck on your Zumba training. It's obvious that you care about your health, and that's great that you'll be able to share your passion with others.

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  28. Emmett KatherineOctober 31, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I love briefcase inspired bags as well! That red looks great on you too!

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  29. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    nice pictures!
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    Miriamstella

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  30. BonnieOctober 31, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Your bag is so pretty. It's one of those great, versatile styles that I love. This entire outfit is gorgeous. It's feminine and classic.

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  31. Shea LennonOctober 31, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    I LOVE this look--the colors are so rich and pretty! And what a great bag and wallet!

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  32. SlauditoryNovember 5, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Ooh, love that bag! It's so professional-looking.

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