i heart wildfox

I got this Wildfox Couture Heart Sweater (purchased at Boutique Nico in Regina) from my sister for Christmas and I can't seem to get enough of it! Not only is it super comfy but it looks fantastic paired with a wide variety of looks, of which I will share at a later date. If you have never tried one of Wildfox's fantastic tops, I suggest you do as I am sure it will quickly become one of your favorite wardrobe staples.

On a side note, I just wanted to say that we have been enjoying Victoria and the beautiful weather that we have been having. We have had some amazing hikes in the forest and on the beach and I am looking forward to many more. Dominic has started his job and is absolutely loving it. And as for me, I am currently on a job hunt and hopefully will be able to find something soon.

Love,

Karen

Valentines Day Cards

Valentines Day is just around the corner, which means it is time to start thinking about gifts and cards! I think these LOVE inspired cards from Fiore Press would be perfect to give the that someone special!

Love,

Karen

DIY Hanging Plant Holder

I am looking for things to spruce up our new house here in Victoria and I think this lovely DIY from Refinery 21 would be a great addition to our cute little porch!! 

Any plans for the weekend? We are having some visitors in from the other side of the Island which we are really looking forward to. We are planning to make a lovely Italian meal with homemade pasta, potato and rosemary pizza and maybe some lemon dessert. Hope you have something exciting planned this weekend! 

Love,

Karen

Valentino Spring 2012 Couture

I must start by apologizing for my absence on the blog. However, we were in the process of moving across the country to Victoria, BC. And now that we are all settled into our sweet little cottage and we finally have internet, I am happy to say that I will be back to some regular posting. 

I must also say that I am completely, perfectly and incandescently in love with the Valentino's Spring Couture Collection which was showcased yesterday in Paris. The high neck lines, the loosely cinched waists and the delicately embroidered material are all reminiscent of old world charm, of which I am a big fan. I think the collection screams elegance!

Wedding Rings...

I am not really into diamonds since many of them cause blood shed to obtain them and the mining practices are harmful for the environment. Wouldn't this be a pretty wedding band sans diamonds? Do you have a diamond wedding ring or do you want one? I would love to hear what your thoughts on diamonds are?  

Love.

Karen

The Bees Knees

"If bees disappear from the earth, man (people) would have no more than four years to live." - Albert Einstein

This weekend we are attending our annual leaf cutter bee association conference. It is always fun and interesting to learn about the cutting edge technologies and new techniques for bee keeping. So, in keeping with the theme, I have posted some beautiful items inspired by the wondrous bee!! Have a great weekend!

Bee Necklace

Bee Bag

Tiny Bee Stacking Ring  

Love,

Karen

Alphabet Earrings

I saw these earrings over at Unruly Things and I couldnt resist posting them again!! They are just so cute and wearable for everyday use!! Love!



Love,
Karen

Patinage en la Prairie

As I mentioned earlier, we spend a lot of our holiday skating on outdoors ponds here in Saskatchewan. Despite my childhood skating lessons, I have to say that I am not the greatest skater ever but I do enjoy it and I think I am getting better at it. Anyways, this was my go-to skating outfit this season.

Toque: Nico (Christmas gift from ma soeur)

Sweater: H and M

Jeans: Zara

Ankle Booties: Dolce Vita

Love,

Karen

Home Inspiration: Wall Paper

I am loving these modern wallpapers from makelike (a shop). I think they would be perfect for a modern city condo/house. Don't you think it would be great to be surrounded by a faux forest when you are actually in the middle of the city! 

Love,

Karen

Winter Weddings

I love winter weddings! I think this inspiration shoot found on stylemepretty.com would be magical. I love everything from the blue engagement ring to the huge tulle skirt! Although I am already married - this would be perfect for our second wedding which we plan on having every 10 years (only 7 more to go)!!

Happy Weekend,

Karen

Reads Clothing Project

There is a new store in Saskatoon called Luna and Hill!! Since the store is focussed on selling socially and environmentally conscious clothing, it is right up Dominic's alley (only because I think he is the biggest and best environmentalist I know)!! Anyways, we found this cool line from LA there, called Reads Clothing Project which gives a book to a kid in need every time an item of clothing is sold. Not only does this whole trend of   the consumer participating in giving to those in need, like TOMS shoes, make the consumer feel good but it actually helps a kid in need. So, I have to say that this is one trend I am going to buy into!

Love,

Karen

Alice and Oliva RTW 2012

I love the Alice and Olivia RTW 2012 collection. I wish I was somewhere hot so I could rock some of these amazing pastel/floral outfits!! I can't wait until the spring pastel items start coming out in the stores!

Love,
Karen

Rocker Chic

I hope your new year is going swimmingly! Dominic and I are still on holidays so we are enjoying our house while we do a few renovations! I do realize however that most people go back to work today, so I hope you have a great transition back to work after your relaxing holiday!

I first saw this shirt on the Free People website, at which point I immediately fell in love. And although my husband finds the shirt a bit "cheezy", it has inspired me to create numerous different rocker chic looks.  I will post some more of the looks soon!!

If you don't have a holey, rocker inspired shirt, you could also achieve a classic rocker chic look by pairing a plain white over sized t-shirt with skinny jeans, a biker leather jacket, some flat black boots and of course some amazing layered jewelry! 

Jacket: Vera Moda

t-shirt: Free People

Skirt: Designers Remix Collection

Boots: Madewell

Love,
Karen

Hanky Panky's

One of my favorite things about Christmas is waking up in the morning and checking out my stocking. Since I met and moved in with Dominic, he has been the one filling up my stocking. Every year we surprise each other with new and luxurious socks and underwear. This year I woke up to a set of Hanky Panky's which are one size fits all and oh so comfortable. If you are in need of some new underwear or just feel like treating yourself you should go out and buy one or two or even a few of these!

Love,

Karen