tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52887727082248001212024-03-13T01:02:54.645-04:00Tinfoil Tiaras - Ottawa fashion blogAffordable elegance, like an aluminum crown wearing princess.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.comBlogger545125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-53598755084036362352014-12-30T20:21:00.005-05:002014-12-30T20:24:07.393-05:00please excuse the cat hair<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Preface: </u>This blog post and these photos were taken months ago but I forgot to hit publish until just now when I realized how barrren my blog has been as of late. I also have a <b>confession</b> to make, the no shopping challenge died around early November but hey I lasted 3 months without shopping, that's a personal triumph in and of itself. More on why I had to hit the stores to come, but for now, photos when there was no snow on the ground and writing from when I had time to blog. Enjoy!</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sweater- <em>Thrifted</em>; Skirt- <em>Twiss & Weber</em>; Purse- <em>Clothing Swap</em>; Shoes- <em>Fundraising Sale</em>; Earrings- <em>Vintage</em>; Ring- <em>Gifted</em> & Scarf- <em>Shepherd's Fashions</em></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SmashStyling"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">fashion styling business</span></b></a>, I help women (</span>and men!<span style="font-size: large;">) decipher the colours that look best on them. This not only helps their skin tone appear brighter, it also makes getting dressed and going shopping easier because you can gravitate towards your hues. I'm a <b>Warm Autumn</b> so I look best in gold coloured jewellery and shades of brown, beige, army green and cream. When I was younger, I wore whatever colour I wanted to and didn't pay much attention to whether the colour worked with my palette (</span>especially because
I prefer to stock my summer palette with <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2011/09/robin-egg-blue.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>brights</b></span></a> and <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2012/06/cigarette-pants-neon.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>neons</b></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">). I still think it's important to wear what you love, regardless of colour, however I know that when I wear my colours I am looking and feeling my best. </span><br />
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<strong><em><span style="font-size: large;">Unsure of your colour palette (</span>aka season?<span style="font-size: large;">) You can check out this <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.thechicfashionista.com/seasonal-color-analysis-2.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">easy quiz</span></a> </span>for fast results.</span></em></strong> </div>
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PS And yes about the post title, please excuse the cat hair, I didn't have time to lint brush before outfit photos and Mama Sita's hair particles are clingy fellas!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-77359863623257375852014-10-25T19:23:00.001-04:002014-10-25T19:23:33.922-04:00western tulle<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If I had a uniform, it would be a splash of tulle with a dash of funky accessories. There's something about this combination that feels both feminine and edgy. The skirt was a bargain I bought at a small Toronto boutique a few years ago for only $7. Considering how often I wear the skirt, its <a href="http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/archive/cost-per-wear/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>cost per wear</strong></span></a> is probably a few cents, if that. The cowgirl esque vest was a recent gift from my Mum from <a href="http://www.guysfrenchys.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>Guy's Frenchy's</strong></span></a> <span style="font-size: small;">(only the best second hand chain!</span>) I wore this outfit a couple of weekends ago on Canadian Thanksgiving for a dinner out with my man. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>What would be your ideal outfit uniform?</em></strong></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Top, Sweater, Heels, Bracelet & Necklace- <em>Thrifted</em>; Skirt- <em>Sirens</em>; Purse & Earrings- <em>Gifted</em> & Flower Clip- <em>Vintage</em></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Maybe because my colour palette is <a href="http://www.thechicfashionista.com/autumn-color-analysis.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>Warm Autumn</strong></span></a> but there's something about dressing for fall that I love. Wearing the hues of leaves; draping scarves and sporting layers. Cool enough to wear tights but warm enough to avoid a jacket, it's the in between season that feels fresh and new. </span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-55096587748950291612014-09-03T21:06:00.001-04:002014-09-03T21:06:04.818-04:001 month down, 11 to go!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have completed month one of my <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/08/a-year-without-shopping.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>year without shopping</strong></span></a> challenge. So far, so good. <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/08/1-week-down-51-to-go.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>The first week</strong></span></a> was the most challenging as I was changing my shopping patterns and behavior. I never before understood the purpose of window shopping, it was rare that I went into a clothing store without purchasing something. Now I find myself perusing shops, looking at the trends and fabrics and seeing what I could use to replicate the look from my own wardrobe. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I work part-time at two clothing stores (<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.twissandweber.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>twiss & weber</strong></span></a> and <a href="http://www.shepherdsfashions.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>Shepherd's</strong></span></a></span>) so the temptation is always there. Now instead of buying everything I like, I will try on new arrivals and take photos of the pieces I like. Somehow this satisfies a small part of my shopping addiction, at least feeling the fabric and seeing how it looks on. So I'm not avoiding temptation (<span style="font-size: small;">I'm like an alcoholic who works in a bar but isn't drinking</span>) but instead allowing myself to enjoy fashion without having to own it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They say it takes 21-28 days to form a new habit or break a bad habit. I've just completed my first week of my <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/08/a-year-without-shopping.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>year of no shopping</strong></span></a> and I'm going to be honest, it's been tough. Maybe even harder than I thought because I wasn't fully aware of how often I give in to my temptations. My first day of the challenge I was working at <a href="http://www.twissandweber.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong><em>twiss & weber</em></strong></span></a> and tights were on sale for $20. I immediately started justifying to myself how tights could count as hosiery (<span style="font-size: small;">on my can buy list</span>) and that maybe I would start my shopping ban the following day. After consulting with a friend, she reminded me that I wouldn't need tights for a couple of months yet and that I still have plenty of tights I can wear. A few days later I was picking up a prescription at the pharmacy. After being told it was going to be a thirty minute wait, I figured I would just browse until the time was up. Until I realized that I would be tempted to look at and possibly buy nail polish (<span style="font-size: small;">on my not to buy list</span>). So instead I drove home, did some tidying and walked to the pharmacy half an hour later. So not only did I not shop unnecessarily, I also got some exercise and a tidier home!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Something fun that has come out of this challenge so far has been shopping my own closet. I have been organizing my <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2013/01/sneak-peek-clothes-room.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>clothes room</strong></span></a> and came across over a dozen summer dresses I had forgotten about(<span style="font-size: small;">counting this printed bird number</span>) along with a few bags (<span style="font-size: small;">including this butterfly backpack- and backpacks just happen to be trending again- hooray!</span>) Finding items you didn't realize you owned is almost as satisfying as shopping for new pieces- bonus you don't have to spend any money!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have an unhealthy relationship with shopping and it's time I do something about it. And since I'm a <em>go big or go home</em> kind of girl, I'm going all the way and taking the drastic measures to challenge myself to a year without shopping. You see I'm not just your average gal who loves shopping, budgets themselves and enjoys their purchases for years to come. I'm an impulsive, compulsive shopper with an addictive personality. I treat my credit card and line of credit like free money, I buy in excess and without need. I don't think through my purchases which often leads to consumer guilt and debt. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Why now? I participated in Kendi Everyday's <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2011/03/30x30-pt30-adios-remixing-challenge.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>30x30 remix</strong></span></a> a few times where I didn't shop for the month and I found it very rewarding to shop my closet but found the 30 items (<span style="font-size: small;">including shoes</span>) limiting. I have a massive closet (<span style="font-size: small;">it's actually a small bedroom</span>) and I have no shortage of clothing, accessories, shoes or purses. As someone who doesn't follow trends but instead wears what I like, there's no need for me to buy anything else because my weight rarely fluctuates, I know what I like and what looks good on me and I am an accessory addict who believes in the transformative abilities of a great hat, statement necklace or stiletto heel.</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The hardest part about this challenge for me will be the temptation as I work at two local clothing boutiques and see new merchandise being delivered and sewn on a regular basis. It's kind of like an alcoholic trying to abstain from drinking while working as a bartender. It's the ultimate in exercising willpower! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>1) Get out of debt and start saving!</em></strong> As I've been working in non-profit and fashion for the past eight years, I have no pension plan or health benefits. I recently opened TFSA and RRSP accounts and would like to start saving for my future, for a European trip and to pay off my mortgage quickly. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>2) Create it vs. Charge it.</em></strong> Shopping can take up a lot of time and energy that I would prefer to invest in more creative endeavors. I have a sewing machine, I'd like to learn how to use it. I have a craft room full of supplies and ideas, now I just need the motivation!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>3) Closet shopping.</em></strong> I think this is a very important skill to learn and one that I teach my <a href="http://www.smashstyling.com/"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">SMASH styling</span></strong></a> clients about. You won't always have the resources (<span style="font-size: small;">financial, mobility or time</span>) to buy a new outfit so why not learn how to create exciting new ensembles from your own wardrobe!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>4) Healthier ways to relieve stress.</em></strong> I've noticed a pattern with my impulsive binge shopping, it often happens when I'm stressed out, anxious or not feeling well. Shopping is like a drug to me, it gives me an immediate euphoric feeling like a high but then I get guilty and crash. I have recently been dabbling in the world of yoga and I want to explore this practice more along with mindfulness, meditation and exercise as coping mechanisms. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A big thanks to everyone who read, commented and shared my latest blog post about anxiety. If you ever want to talk more about mental health, please e-mail me at <a href="mailto:tinfoilstiaras@gmail.com">tinfoilstiaras{at}gmail{dot}com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For now, we're back to our regular Tinfoil Tiaras scheduling, time to talk fashion! A few months ago I turned 26 and for some reason that age felt 'scary' to me. No longer in my early twenties, I felt like it was time to start getting serious about life. I own a house with a man and a cat that I love, I live in a beautiful city and I have a wonderful support system. The career? I wasn't so happy with. So after months of complaining (<span style="font-size: small;">and some crying</span>), I decided to quit my full-time job back in June. It was no longer filling me with a sense of satisfaction and I was becoming jaded and grumpy. When I quit my job I had nothing but a three week fashion styling contract and a part-time retail job to fall back on. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For years I have been wanting to start my own company so about a month ago, I launched <a href="http://www.smashstyling.com/"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">SMASH styling</span></strong></a>, a fashion company for men & women based out of Ottawa. I provide closet consultations, personal shopping, photo-shoot styling and style workshops. Besides running my own business, I continue to volunteer as the Co-Founder of non-profit <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SuitshisStyle"><span style="color: lime;"><strong>Suits his Style</strong></span></a> and am merchandising and selling for a couple of local fashion boutiques. Variety is the spice of life and I am thoroughly enjoying the diversity in my days. A little fashion here, a little social work there. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm going to continue blogging about affordable elegance over here at Tinfoil Tiaras, but if you'd like to check out what I'm at to at SMASH, I'd love to connect with you on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/smashstyling"><strong><span style="color: #cc0000;">Twitter</span></strong></a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/smashstyling"><strong><span style="color: #741b47;">Instagram</span></strong></a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/smashstyling"><span style="color: #38761d;"><strong>Facebook</strong></span> </a>or <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/smashstyling"><span style="color: orange;"><strong>Pinterest</strong></span></a>. Be sure to leave your social media links in the comment section below so I can follow you as well! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">*This is not a fashion related post, but as the title suggests, it's about my recent struggle with anxiety, my nervous breakdown and how I'm feeling one year after my first panic attack. This was an extremely difficult post to write as I try to keep <em>Tinfoil Tiaras</em> light & fun, but living with anxiety has shaped who I am. I did not write this to evoke pity, but instead to share my experience in hopes of resonating with readers and shedding some light on mental health. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One morning, I woke up around 3am and my body and face were tingling like crazy. My heart was pounding so quickly I thought I was having a heart attack and I felt like I was dying. That was the first time I had a panic attack. I was so scared, I had my partner take me to ER. They conducted a series of tests, including a very uncomfortable moment where a Q-tip was in my butthole to test for numbness! They couldn't find anything and suggested it was caused by anxiety. Anxiety? I thought I'd been anxious before, butterflies in the stomach before a public presentation but this? This was something very foreign and very scary to me. From July 16, 2013 to sometime in January 2014 I lived with this anxiety, it followed me wherever I went, whatever I was doing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's not like my life slowed down during this time, in fact I continued to work full-time, co-founded a non-profit, started a part-time fashion job, volunteered and went on vacations. But my mind was erratic, dark and terrified. I was crying almost everyday, and not just in the comfort of my own home but at the gym, while running errands and hanging out with friends. One time I was hysterically bawling at the post office with people staring and whispering but I couldn't stop. I didn't know what was wrong with me, half of the time I didn't even know why I was crying. I saw my Doctor almost every week, a Hematologist, and a Neurologist and still nothing seemed to be physically wrong with me except severe anxiety. I was referred to a Hospital Psychiatrist for an intake and he told me I should 'strap my balls on'. I ended up in ER again a few months later, this time because I temporarily lost my vision while taking a shower. I fell to my knees, everything went black and I stared dry heaving. I was referred to an eye clinic and again, nothing was wrong, probably just a panic attack. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In October, my partner took me on a 11 day Caribbean cruise in hopes that a break from everyday life would make me feel better. In fact, it made me feel worse, I fantasized about jumping off the cruise ship, I cried in our tiny cabin's shower and I assumed everyone on the boat could tell I was losing my mind. I wanted to appreciate this loving gesture but instead I just wanted to go back home and try to sleep. As someone who needs to sleep 8-12 hours a night, the insomnia just added to my anxiety levels. The health anxiety morphed from a fear of having MS to a fear of myself dying, my loved ones dying, becoming blind and a fear of ending up in a mental institution. The latter notion is what scared me (<span style="font-size: small;">and still scares me</span>) the most. I remember wondering what the meaning of life is, why are we here, what is our purpose. </span></div>
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</span><span style="font-size: large;">Throughout these six months of hell, my friends, partner and family were remarkable. My partner held me when I cried, took me on car rides for a change in scenery and we became biking enthusiasts (<span style="font-size: small;">even though I would often be crying hysterically while biking</span>). My best friend came over almost everyday, played tennis with me, let me cry and sent me motivational quotes. Another friend introduced me to the therapeutic exercise of gardening and cooked delicious and healthy meals for me. My Dad emphasized with me as someone who lives with and manages his health anxiety and he financed a flight to visit family in Nova Scotia. My sister called me often even when I didn't want to talk, and told me everything would be ok. My Mum flew up to Ottawa twice and spent weeks with us, making meals and cleaning up, chores that suddenly seemed overwhelming and ominous. I also started to see a wonderful Psychiatrist for an hour a week. She didn't make me feel crazy and she prescribed me Cipralex, the only antidepressant that started to make me feel better, like I could see the light at the end of the tunnel. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I don't know exactly when or how the anxiety started to dissipate but shortly after Christmas I realized my mind was more at peace, I wasn't having suicidal thoughts and I was singing in the shower instead of crying. The relief of starting to feel like myself again and not overanalyzing everything or having to carry my Clonazepam (<span style="font-size: small;">an addictive narcotic prescribed on a short-term basis for anxiety</span>) everywhere I went was so comforting, it was like the black dog (<span style="font-size: small;">how Winston Churchill referred to his depression</span>) had stopped lurking in the shadows.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Imagine if we could talk about mental illness as easily as we could physical illness, the relief it would be for us struggling and the understanding it could provide for those around us. Online campaigns like <a href="http://letstalk.bell.ca/en/"><strong><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Bell Let's Talk</span></strong></a> are starting the conversations but we need to keep talking, year round!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><strong>If this post resonates with someone or helps in any way, I would love to hear about it in the comments below or via e-mail at <em>tinfoilstiaras{at}gmail{dot}com</em> Together, let's remove the stigma and work towards positive mental health!</strong></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While uploading photos from my recent trip to <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/04/santa-maria-cuba.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><strong>Cuba</strong></span></a>, I realized that I took more photos of street style than anything else. I shared the <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/05/street-style-havana.html"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">first round of photos</span></strong></a> with you a few weeks ago, here are some extras: </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm an alliteration addict so when <i><b><a href="http://www.eventsbystarfish.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Starfish Events</span></a></b></i> contacted me to help promote their upcoming <i>Spring Swap Shop</i>, I was intrigued by the name alone. I was a stylist at the event <b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2013/08/swap-til-you-drop.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">last year</span></a></b> and had a blast helping shoppers swap in style! I'm a fan of clothing swaps because they're a sustainable way to add new pieces to your wardrobe, while purging your closet. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've hosted my own <b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2010/10/clothes-swap-party.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">clothing swap</span></a></b><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b>for friends and what I like about Starfish' event is that for only $10, attendees have access to fashionable items while sipping on bubbly and nibbling on hors d'oeuvres in a vibrant setting. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here are just some of the pieces from my wardrobe that I am donating to the event (<span style="font-size: small;">Mama Sita not included!</span>) </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Leftover female items will be donated to <i><b><a href="http://www.youvillecentre.org/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Youville Centre</span></a></b></i> & male items to <i><b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SuitsHisStyle"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Suits his Style</span></a></b></i> (<span style="font-size: small;">a non-profit I helped to found</span>). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">The more you swap, the more you can shop (<span style="font-size: small;">one item donated= one item to take home</span>) so be sure to start cleaning out your closet. Bring the items you want to swap with you to the event (<span style="font-size: x-small;">if you have a lot of pieces, try to arrive by 9:30am.</span>) Don't have clothing to swap? You can buy tokens (<span style="font-size: small;">one token=one item</span>) for $2 each (<span style="font-size: small;">plus the $10 entry fee</span>).<i> </i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sound like fun? Check out the <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/548633521915723/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Facebook page</span></a> </b>for more details!</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-7888796682031232632014-05-27T10:22:00.002-04:002014-05-27T10:24:02.455-04:00florals & flowers<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After six months of snow, I am ready for sun, sun & more sun! Despite my fair complexion that burns and freckles rather than tans, I love the warm feeling of my skin and ensure to cover up with a funky hat and SPF 60. I wore this outfit on Sunday for an afternoon of door perusing (<span style="font-size: small;">ah, the joys of home ownership!</span>), grocery shopping</span> <span style="font-size: large;">& sun soaking. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">To keep our roads safe, <i>Billings Bridge</i> is encouraging shoppers to take the pledge to drive in style. On Saturday May 24 between 11am-3pm, stop by the mall for a chance to win a $1000 shopping spree or $1000 worth of technology. Feeling creative? Showcase your idea for a safe driving mobile application on a 18x24 poster board for your chance to win $2500 in prizes!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was recently vacationing in <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2014/04/santa-maria-cuba.html"><strong><em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Cuba</span></em></strong></a> and as a special excursion one day, decided to take a plane to Havana for a guided tour. The city is brimming in rich history & stunning architecture but what excited me the most was the street style. So I took a break from photographing the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plaza_de_la_Revoluci%C3%B3n"><strong><em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Revolution Square</span></em></strong></a> and started snapping pictures of both tourists and locals' ensembles. Here I share with you some of my favourites. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-91126435890539838362014-05-07T18:42:00.002-04:002014-05-23T15:45:20.711-04:00brights vs. pastels<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">As someone who gravitates towards colour and pattern, I find that I'm often among the minority when it comes to dressing for the colder months. Now that the sun is shining and BBQ season is just around the corner, merchandisers are starting to bring out the brights and the pastels. Both have their time and place, I love to wear brights to punch up a basic outfit and pastels are great for a subtle accessory. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Online retailer</span> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i><b><a href="http://amiclubwear.com/">AMI Clubwear</a></b></i></span>, provided me with an opportunity to review a couple of their accessories and I chose the <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b><a href="http://www.amiclubwear.com/accessories-set-c3-8335nfuchsiagreen.html">Fuchsia Green Two Tone Faceted Set</a></b></span> & the <b><span style="color: #999999;"><a href="http://www.amiclubwear.com/accessories-set-sdg-jne3898lightpink.html">Light Pink Faceted Set </a></span></b>, perfect pieces to transition my wardrobe from winter to spring. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is the outfit I'm going to wear to my sister's graduation from Acadia University (<span style="font-size: small;">in Nova Scotia</span>), on Mother's Day. </span><i> </i></span></td></tr>
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<i><b><span style="font-size: large;">Do you prefer accessorizing with brights or pastels?</span></b></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As much as I'm a person who likes to go-go-go, sometimes it's nice to take a break from technology, work & everyday stressors. My man and I just returned from a week long vacation in <b><a href="http://www.memoriesresorts.com/en/resort/paraiso-azul.aspx"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba</span></a> </b>where sand, sun, surf, beach & booze were staples in our daily routine. I drove a speed boat, we swam with dozens of tropical fish while snorkeling and we explored historical Havana. It was a very relaxing trip and now that it's back to reality I already miss the slow paced vacation lifestyle. Here are some of my favourite photos from our trip:</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-15720706534424731382014-04-16T21:51:00.001-04:002014-04-16T21:51:14.003-04:00accessory addict {glasses}<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">I've needed glasses since I was 8 years old. I clearly remember being very excited about the idea of glasses and thought they were so cool. Until I reached Junior High, got called four eyes and decided they were very uncool. So when I turned 15 and got fitted for contact lenses I couldn't be happier. Until I reached University and thought it was cool once again to wear glasses (<span style="font-size: small;">but fashion glasses, worn over my contact lenses</span>). Ah the flip flopping I have done over eyeglasses. I currently associate them with relaxation and sleep as I don't usually take out my contacts until bedtime. However I do like to sport them on occassion, as a geeky chic accessory. Speaking of glasses as an accessory, sunglasses are both practical and stylish and I don't leave the house on a sunny day without a pair perched on top of my head. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong><em>Do you like to accessorize with glasses? Eye or sun?</em></strong></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12919060728732340715noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288772708224800121.post-38615921643704258972014-04-07T13:41:00.000-04:002014-04-07T13:46:31.331-04:00shoes & didgeridoos<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Last week I was invited to two very fashionable events supporting Canadian talent. The first, a launch of designer <b><a href="http://www.ronwhiteshoes.com/?region=can"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Ron White</span></a></b>'s shoe collection for <i>Holt Renfrew</i>. The second, a vernissage at a new <b><a href="http://www.railbenderstudio.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">art gallery & tattoo shop</span></a></b> in my neighbourhood. I invited my curly haired better half to join me and we made a Thursday date night of shoes & didgeridoos! </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dress- <i>Peter Pilotto</i> for <i>Targe</i>t; Shrug-<i>Vintage</i>; Clutch- <i>Swapped</i>; Belt- <i>United Colors of Benetton</i>; Bracelets & Shoes- <i>Thrifted</i>; Necklace- <i>The Dunes PEI</i></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The thing I love most about Ron White's shoes is that they're designed for both functionality & fashion, meaning they're comfortable and chic!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">This shoe's iridescent quality reminds me of something a mermaid would wear, so whimsical. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">It looks like a killer, but Ron White created the world's first <b><a href="http://www.ronwhiteshoes.com/?region=can&cat=story&pg=8"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">All Day Heels</span></a></b> technology using NASA Poron!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">With beauty guru & perfume whisperer Jane of <b><a href="http://dalybeauty.ca/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Daly Beauty</span></a></b>. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The first lady, Laureen Harper is a fashionable supporter of Ron White's impeccable designs. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">With the lovely <b><a href="http://debmccain.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Deb McCain</span></a></b> (how fab is her coral suit!) </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">My tootsies are sample size so I tried on a pair of Rob White's heels for fun. They're like a stylish pillow for your feet, I gave an audible sigh of delight when slipping them on. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">An animated conversation about shoes (<span style="font-size: small;">what else!</span>) with the one and only Ron White. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The first lady knows how to strut her stuff in Ron White!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The adorable shoe cookie gifts (<span style="font-size: small;">which were Oreos dipped in chocolate, yum!</span>)</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After oo'ing and aah'ing over gorgeous heels that I hope to one day be able to afford, we headed to an entirely different creative scene crawling with artists and musicians. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">With Ben, my future tattoo artist for a piece I am getting later this year at the <b><a href="http://www.railbenderstudio.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Railbender Tattoo Studio</span></a></b>. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Celebrating <b><a href="http://www.matdube.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Mat Dube</span></a></b>'s vernissage. </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love to support local, from working part-time as a Shop Gal at <b><a href="http://www.twissandweber.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">twiss & weber</span></a></b>, to attending <b><a href="http://urbancraftmarket.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">local craft shows</span></a></b>. When Amir of <i><a href="http://babesngents.com/"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Babes n Gents</span></b></a></i> asked me if I would be interested in styling some of their pieces, I was thrilled to be able to support an Ottawa based clothing company. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Babes n Gents</i> pieces range from $10-$190 so there truly is something for every babe and gents budget! Free shipping in Canada for orders over $150</span> <span style="font-size: large;">and they just released Ottawa, Montreal & Toronto specific collections. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They use <i>American Apparel</i> blanks (<span style="font-size: small;">made in USA</span>) and the printing, packaging and labels (<span style="font-size: small;">made of organic twill cotton</span>) are made in Canada. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My favourite part about <i>Babes n Gents</i> is the charitable component- they donate 10% of their net profits to UNICEF on a monthly basis.</span></div>
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<u><b><span style="font-size: large;">Dating Diva</span></b></u> (<a href="http://babesngents.com/products/love-birds-crop-tee-fuschia"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Love Birds Crop Tee in Fuschia</span></b></a>- $20)</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm typically drawn to <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2013/07/legally-blonde.html"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">girly hues</span></strong></a> & <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2012/06/orangey-red.html"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">feminine silhouettes</span></strong></a> but sometimes I feel like injecting a little <a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2012/02/diamond-on-landmine.html"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">bad @$$</span></strong></a> into my outfit. Pleather, fishnets & a graphic tee would be my motorcycle outfit of choice. It's on my bucket list to ride on the back of a motorcycle or get my scooter license, so you never know!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've worked at <a href="http://dressforsuccess.org/affiliate.aspx?sisid=139&pageid=1"><strong><em><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Dress for Success Ottawa</span></em></strong></a> for three years but there is no equivalent program for men and a pressing need. We have started collecting donations of gently used, professional men's attire for ShS and hope to be suiting men by late April. Ottawa is a very altruistic city and we are looking to the community and local residents for all the support we can get. My neighbourhood newspaper, <em><a href="http://kitchissippi.com/"><strong><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Kitchissippi Times</span></strong></a></em> wrote an article on ShS which was published today and pictured below. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's far too snowy and cold these days to take outdoor outfit photos. So instead, I have unearthed for your viewing pleasure, these silly selfies taken last year. Just me, a tinfoil tiara, a photobombing cat & my handsome prince!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Faux Fur Jacket, Blouse & Purse- <i>Thrifted</i>; Sweater- <i>Zara</i>; Skirt- <i>Sirens</i>; Boots- <i>Aldo</i>; Gloves- <i>Vintage</i>; Ring & Chunky Bracelet- <i>Stella & Dot</i>; Thin Bracelet- <i>Le Chateau</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Below zero, blustery and beautiful. That's how I would sum up winter in Ottawa, a love-hate relationship with nature. Some days it's so cold your eyelashes turn to mini icicles but it's all worth it after freshly fallen snow coats the earth and the world seems to still. Dressing for the chill has its challenges, you can't just run out the house in your sandals & bare legs but there's something to be said about stylishly layering & bundling!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The lengths I go for a good shot, sinking up to my knees in the snow! </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Faux Fur Jacket, Sequin Tank & Skirt- <b><i>Thrifted</i></b>; Blazer, Booties & Clutch- <b><i>Gifted</i></b>; Faux Fur Earmuffs- <b><i>Gap</i></b>; Gloves- <i><b>Walmart</b></i>; Tights- <i><b>Aldo</b></i>; Ring- <i><b>Easy Pickin's</b></i>; Earrings & Necklace- <i>Ursa </i>from <a href="http://www.twissandweber.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><i><b>twiss & weber</b></i></span></a></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For the most part, I</span> <span style="font-size: large;">prefer dressing for the warmer months- with <b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2012/05/consignment.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">strappy sandals</span></a></b>, <b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2013/08/country-crush.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">bare shoulders</span></a></b> & <b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2011/05/fun-with-florals.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">floral prints</span></a></b>. However, seeing as I reside in the coldest capital city in the world (<span style="font-size: small;">welcome to Ottawa, Canada, eh!</span>), I am resigned to layering and bundling up for at least four months of the year. To make winter wear fun (<span style="font-size: small;">while at the same time warm</span>), I love incorporating faux fur, coloured tights & sequins into my outfits. For this holiday party ensemble, I decided to throw caution to the wind (<span style="font-size: small;">or snow in this case</span>), and combine all three for a look that screams</span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><a href="http://tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.ca/2012/12/winter-wonderland.html"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">winter wonderland!</span></a></b></span><br />
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<i><b><span style="font-size: large;">Happy New Years- hope yours is festive & fashionable!</span></b></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While many people gravitate towards dark clothing in the colder months, I like to wear lights & brights to contrast the dreary weather. I took colour cues from my favourite brightly patterned scarf and paired winter white with a pastel cardigan and vivid accessories. I wore this outfit on Saturday for an afternoon of shopping at a holiday craft show, enjoying peppermint hot chocolate at a local cafe</span> <span style="font-size: large;">and date night at "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2" (<span style="font-size: small;">adorable, highly recommended!</span>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wish days were longer so that I could blog on a regular basis like before, but life has other plans for me. I'm still working full-time at <b><a href="http://dressforsuccess.org/affiliate.aspx?sisid=139&pageid=1"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Dress for Success Ottawa</span></a></b> but have now added to that a part-time job at <b><a href="http://www.twissandweber.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">twiss & weber</span></a></b>, designing a new website, taking a stylist course at <b><a href="http://www.qcstyleacademy.com/fashion-courses/fashion-styling/course-outline.php"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">QC Style Academy</span></a></b> and thinking about starting a non-profit. Phew its busy over at Tinfoil Tiaras but I'm still finding minutes in the day to put together cute outfits- because there's always time for that! </span></div>
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