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tiny cities made of ashes

July 30, 2012
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vintage blouse from front and company // red trousers from anthropologie // yellow and blue striped tote bag from joe fresh // white seychelles pumps (old) // alden rae wrap bracelet // marc by marc jacobs watch // forever 21 seagull ring

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one thing that i really struggle with lately is understanding that striving for perfection and giving yourself unreasonable expectations are two completely different things.  i’ve been a constant stream of “yes” to everything and then feel like i’m letting everyone down when i realize i don’t have the time or energy for said agreement.  not sure why i find it necessary to please everyone.  sometimes, you just need to learn how to say no and let go.  hoping to find that balance soon.

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{giveaway} HBC Olympic Wear – CLOSED

July 27, 2012
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Hudson’s Bay Co. Olympic Collection Women’s Pullover // Light Denim Shorts from Joe Fresh // Black Baseball Cap and Assorted Bangles from H&M // White Oxford Runners from TopShop // Ray Band Aviators // Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch
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A little casual, Canadian weekend wear just in time for the Opening Olympic Celebrations!  
I’m super excited to be teaming up with HBC and offering you the chance to win this adorable (and oh-so-comfortable) crew neck sweater. TWINSIES!  Part of The Hudson’s Bay Company’s official Canadian Olympic Gear,  it makes me feel a great sense of Canadian pride.

TO ENTER:

 Hop on over to the Hudson’s Bay Company Facebook Page and give them a LIKE!
Then comment on this post or the Alicia Fashionista Facebook Page to indicate that you’ve entered AND what size you’d need.
Contest open to North America only and ends Friday, August 3rd, 2012 at 4:00 pm PST.  Winner will be chosen at random and contacted shortly after. Good luck!

You also MUST check out the other awesome HBC Olympic Gear Giveaways:
O My Heart  // A Fashion Love Affair // Discovering Elegance

GO TEAM CANADA!

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drifting in and out

July 26, 2012
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floral top from barefoot contessa // white cafe capri pants from j.crew // vintage pink pumps // windsor square angeline bag from kate spade // viscid watch in “sky” from anthropologie // revlon just bitten kissable balm stain in 020 lovesick
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took the plunge and bought a pair of white pants.  for a klutz like myself, this is very risky business.  with these trousers on, i’m pretty much a walking tide-to-go pen ad.  but, it was tons of fun styling them for the latest FASHION magazine style panel question: what is your favourite way to wear a bright lip to correspond with your style?  you can check out my answer here.  in the last year i’ve become addicted to bold lip colour.  my favourite shade is a toss up between a great rouge and bright pink, much like this revlon balm stain.  now, i’ll just have to be sure not to somehow get lipstick on my pants…because i would.

and thanks so much for all your nyc recommendations.  adam and i are going to sit and read through them tonight and sort out our itinerary!  you’re all the best 🙂

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maximum summer

July 23, 2012
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tribal printed maxi dress and tortoise shell sunglasses from forever 21 // kelsi dagger turquoise sandals // belt and bracelet from plum // tan floppy hat from h&m // unique cocktail ring from social experiment

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sometimes it’s too hot to think of putting an outfit together.  this is when you reach for a maxi dress and floppy hat and call yourself a fashionista!  what’s your favourite lazy summer style?

p.s. tomorrow is your last chance to enter to win a silver daisy love story ring.  don’t miss out!

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shake it out

July 20, 2012
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leopard print blouse and black oxmo jacket from plum // khaki green trousers from anthropologie // black pumps (old) // co-lab bag from dakota group sample sale // marc by marc jacobs watch

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of course after days and days of glorious sunshine, it starts pouring rain on the night that i’m attending an outdoor concert.  and not just any concert.  it’s a florence and the machine concert. if you aren’t aware of my florence obsession, you can read about it here, here, and here.  

but, you know what?  i think florence welch performing the best from ceremonials and lungs outdoors in the pouring rain is going to be incredibly epic.  i’m off to slap on some boots, a cute dress, and a big smile on my face.  i’ll be the girl in the live nation vip area (that’s right, thanks for the hookup, miss paula) singing at the top of her lungs, dancing like she doesn’t give a whatttt, and jumping up and down while screaming and unnecessarily waving her arms in the air.  should be a good time 😉

wishing you all a very happy florence friday!

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rehearsal dinner

July 18, 2012
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my favourite navy and off white dress from a local boutique eons ago // brand new off white nine west pumps // pink marc by marc jacobs envelope clutch // ‘orange’ joe fresh lipstick // ring from h&m
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i often purchase dresses on whim, and with no special occasion in mind.  this is why rehearsal dinners are especially awesome.  not only does the event seem to imply that a group of people practice how to eat food in a dinner setting, but they are THE perfect excuse to dig up a pretty dress.  and of course, it’s always special to spend time with family and friends eating good food, telling hilarious stories about the couple, and generally sharing the wedding excitement.
it was a lovely evening last thursday with vanessa and tyler, along with their wedding party.  after a ceremony run-through at the chapel, we headed to il giardino in vancouver’s west end.  we had a delightful outdoor patio dinner, complete with many courses of delicious italian food and an abundance of red wine.

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now, isn’t that a beautiful looking wedding party?

outfit photos by jen.  a special thanks to vanessa, tyler, bob, and theresa, as well as il giardino
for such a wonderful rehearsal dinner!

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{giveaway} silver daisy designs

July 17, 2012
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To show how much I heart you, I would like to offer you the chance to win a heart ring!  Hand crafted by Kate Lorden of Silver Daisy Designs, all the way in Saint John, New Brunswick!  This  super cute and comfortable Silver ‘Love Story’ Ring is a $35 CDN value.
TO ENTER:

 Put those internet skillz to good use and “LIKE” Silver Daisy Designs on Facebook
Then comment on this post or the Alicia Fashionista Facebook Page to indicate that you’ve entered.

…that’s it!

Contest open to Canada and US residence only and ends July 24th, 2012 at 8:00 pm PST.  Winner will be chosen at random and contacted shortly after. Good luck!
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totes ma goats

July 16, 2012
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straw panama hat from h&m // thrifted white tie front blouse // grey maxi skirt and grey wedge sandals from joe fresh // striped jacket and bangles from plum // silver daisy ‘love story’ ring c/o // tote bag from violet hill

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as someone who has been called mary poppins many, many times, i’m all about the casual tote bag lately.  perhaps not a winner when it comes to compartmentalizing items, the tote bag has appeal in many other areas.  like, perhaps, the fact that i can fit all of the contents of my purse into this convenient and comfortable fabric sac?   i couldn’t possible leave the house without my blackberry, ipad, notebook and pen, wallet, keys, gum, lipstick, glasses, sunglasses, and dslr camera.  and those are only the essentials!  see, i told you.  mary friggin poppins.

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{sponsor spotlight} protect your pumps

July 16, 2012
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