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Jan 16, 2018
2 min

18 Pieces to Invest In For 2018

In the spirit of the new year, it’s time to make decisions that will enhance the next 12 months. Out with the old and invest with the new! Prepare for the year ahead with wardrobe investments that will be worth the money all of 2018 and many more years. Ever since I gave up my teenage love of fast fashion, the clothing I’ve bought has felt special. The money spent on high-quality items that last for years is worth it, and the memories associated with the item have an added va

Nov 9, 2017
3 min

Favourites Friday No. 99

This week I challenged myself to dress up my work wardrobe. Which might seem like a pretty blah challenge, but considering I generally get dressed at 5:45am, earrings early in the morning don’t usually happen. I came up with this challenge from something I’ve always believed in. “If you look good, you feel good.” And knowing I was going into a busy week this week, I wanted to feel good despite the stress. So I got to work and each day put together outfits that looked professi

Oct 31, 2017
2 min

4 Coats For Fall

Happy November 1st! One of the best things about the weather cooling down is that I get to break out the best part of my closet: Coats. From elevating an outfit to just keeping us warm, coats are necessary to keeping stylish and cozy all fall long. My own style reflects that of classic, chic, and casual has led me to have coat staples that are my go-tos, but I’m excited to maybe try out some new styles for what will likely be another beautiful Portland fall. The Best Fall Coa

Oct 8, 2017
2 min

Fall 2017 Lookbook

This is a non-dedicated post in collaboration with brands. All opinions are blogger’s own #ad As it has been under 50 degrees every morning for the last week, I can officially say that Fall is here! Time for cozy jackets, comfortable booties, and the perfect pair of black jeans. My fall style has arrived! My overall style is very classic yet casual, and for fall that’s what I’m going for. Classic pieces mixed with comfortable cuts and a little bit of fun print. I also want ou

Aug 1, 2017
2 min

The Best Brunch Outfits

It seems like whenever there are plans to be made, they involve brunch. From weekend meetings to post-girls night to simply being hungry at 10:30am, brunch is the most wonderful meal. With brunch plans this weekend, it is time to start planning out the perfect bellini and biscuits outfit. That’s why I’ve rounded up my favourite mid-morning meal wardrobe choices to make sure we all look fabulous for our boozy brunch dates. What to Wear For All Your Brunch Needs 1. Work via Mak

Jul 18, 2017
2 min

10 Things I Can't Live Without

As a Taurus, I am a creature of comfort and cannot live without those comforts. I am not completely happy unless all of my needs are met. Over the years I have made myself a grocery list of the things I need to feel comfortable and content in my surroundings. And today I thought I’d share them. *please note this list excludes people and ideas 1. Thick cardigans ASOS I love to be cuddly and warm, and a chunky cardigan – like this one – wrapped around me makes me feel nice and

Jun 29, 2017
2 min

Favourites Friday No.81

Who else is excited for July 4th weekend? There are just so many options. Barbecues. Swimming pools. Fireworks. Red, white, and blue. And those are just some of my favourites for this holiday. And to prepare for this week, Portland has been especially hot, especially last weekend. My apartment reached record highs and it’s taken days to get all the hot air out. That’s why this week’s favourites are focused on everything I have used to stay cool for the summer. Cool for the Su

Jun 11, 2017
2 min

Summer Dresses Under $50

Now that June is in full force, the sun is shining and my activities calendar is lining up. Afternoons in the park and weekends at the waterfront as far as the eye can see. And what do I plan on wearing? Dresses. Dresses are the perfect outfit for summer, as they are breezy and bright – what else could you need? But with a full social calendar, there are only so many occasions before people realize you’re wearing the same dress. That’s why it’s time to stock up on perfect sum

Jun 4, 2017
3 min

My Weekend Travel Essentials

This weekend I was able to travel out of the the city and enjoy myself in wine country. A weekend away was exactly what I needed. The open air, good wine, and fantastic company! Weekend travel is short and sweet, but always worth it. I always make sure to pack my bag for anything I could need, especially when the weather is fluctuating. I love products that can multi-task or work with other pieces as it’s important to pack light while not feeling like you’re missing a limb. H

Mar 19, 2017
2 min

The Enthusiast's Spring Wardrobe Essentials

It’s the first day of Spring! And while Portland is doing this whole “rain is life” thing and I have made my rain jacket a wardrobe staple, that doesn’t mean I can’t get excited for flowers and more bearable temperatures. To celebrate the first day of a long-awaited spring, I am sharing my spring wardrobe essentials so that my style can be as light and happy as the season! Spring Wardrobe Essentials: The Enthusiast Edition Blush pink SIMILAR HERE Pair it with all your favouri

Dec 15, 2016
2 min

Favourites Friday #56

Okay, I’m over this snowy weather. I love cool weather, bundling up in a cute outfit, drinking hot cocoa, slipping in front of the cute guy in the other building…but I’m kind of sick of the snow. My car won’t move, roads are a mess, and I still have to go to work. Can we fast forward to spring? Even though this snow has got me down, it has allowed me to break out some of the rarely seen parts of my wardrobe. And that was fun for me, because sometimes we forget how much we lov

Oct 23, 2016
3 min

What to Wear to Work This Week

As a new member of the working world, I have discovered a lot about my closet in the last week. No longer is it 8am lectures in leggings and layered sweatshirts with a traveler of coffee. It’s time for real pants, real tops, and coffee mugs. I’m two weeks into my job and I already have figured out exactly what outfits work with the dress code and keep me comfortable from 7:30-4:30. It’s an art, trust me. This week I thought I’d share a week’s worth of outfits that I think are

Sep 27, 2016
3 min

10 Trends I Love For Fall

This past week I got a taste of autumn over here in Eastern Oregon. And considering I am moving in a week to Portland, where fall weather is a bit more prevalent, it’s time that I begin planning out my autumn closet. This fall season I am all about saturated colours, dark denim, leather, and lots of layers. I’m excited for incorporating those into my closet (especially since I spent a lot of money work appropriate fall clothing this week). Below are 10 fall trends that are pe

Jul 26, 2016
4 min

The 10 Pairs of Shoes That Every Girl Needs to Have

No outfit is complete without a smile…or shoes. The older I get the more I realize the need to have staples in my wardrobe. It’s not about following the trends, but using the universally flattering clothing that generations upon generations of women have discovered and making them into amazing outfits. And the same goes for your feet. I have lots of shoes in my closet, but there are about 10 pairs that I wear over and over again until they need to be replaced. These 10 are go

May 31, 2016
4 min

How to Create a Personal Style

Over the years my style has developed. From exclusively wearing any bright colour, to any trend Forever 21 deemed acceptable to becoming the queen of Portland fishing trip hipster gear, there have been more style transformations than I’d like to admit over the last ten years. But now, at my ripe age of 21, I realize it’s time to stop slipping between trends and phases and stick with my own signature style that I can call my own. Because once you have tied down your own person

May 1, 2016
2 min

Spring Wardrobe Essentials

With spring now in full bloom, it’s time to update the wardrobe. This spring is really about going outside of your normal wardrobe and having fun with patterns, designs, and styles. If you normally wear all black, try some pastels. If you stick with stripes, try some cut-outs. And if you love wearing jeans every day, maybe stick on a skirt. Play it up! As we enter spring 2016, it’s time to look at some styles that help us to up our ante when it comes to style. So below are so

Dec 6, 2015
3 min

The Enthusiast's Winter Fashion Guide

Winter! Time of the cold, hot drinks, and lots of holiday spirit. But what’s the fun of that is you’re not dressed appropriately? There a few tricks that separate fall and winter fashion. 1) Winter fashion has a lot more knits and coats and 2) Stick with pastels and darks. With these in mind, winter fashion can be incredibly easy. You just need a guide that lets you know how to not wear the same outfit from September to February. Winter fashion is it’s own, and should not be

Oct 27, 2015
3 min

How to Get Away With Wearing Lazy Clothes

9 times out of 10 I am in lazy clothes when I’m running to class. As I type this, I’m wearing yoga leggings paired with a long-sleeve v-neck and a flannel. It’s all the lazy clothes compiled into one outfit. Lazy clothes are a staple of collegiate wardrobes. And I’m going to show you how to pull them off. First, let’s define lazy clothes. Leggings, sweatpants, oversized shirts, sweatshirts, and slippers. All of these can be lazy clothes, or pajama day wear. When you want to b

Oct 7, 2015
3 min

Your 10 Fall Wardrobe Essentials

It’s fall! And with fall comes a beautiful new way of wearing your wardrobe. Which means you need to look on point with all these new options. But does your fall wardrobe have everything to look amazing? Don’t worry, I’ve done the work to tell you exactly what is going to make your fall wardrobe your best fall wardrobe yet. And all you have to do is read! So, let’s get to your fall wardrobe essentials, shall we? Your Fall 2015 Wardrobe Essentials 1. Your go-to dress While pan

Sep 9, 2015
3 min

Fall Outfit Lookbook

It’s fall! My favourite season of the year and I’m so ready for jackets, jeans, and closed toe shoes galore! Dressing for fall is my favourite thing (I’m constantly buying fall essentials) and once those clouds roll in I’ll have my peacoat on in no time. And because of all of this, I thought I’d make up a little fall lookbook for everyone who doesn’t understand the essentials to dressing for fall. Because we all need to look on point! Below are 10 outfits that I think hit the