70s.

One of the coolest things about growing up is learning more about personal style.

Since I was a teenager, I loved experimenting with my look...I remember distinctly being in a Ross or Marshalls and finding some Converse-style kitten heels when I was in Grade 7 or 8. I have no idea how I convinced my mother to let me buy them, but they became my staple shoes for a good year.

Twelve years later, not much as changed.

Perhaps because it's summer, I just got back from Mexico or I'm just always enamoured with Bianca Jagger (and The Rolling Stones...duh) but I'm really digging and identifying with the 70's as my look.

This past Friday, our dance company was picked to perform at the Rickshaw Theatre with iconic artist Bif Naked. Needless to say, it was a all-black, crop top and combat boots kind of crowd.

I showed up in my white bell-bottomed jumpsuit with platform floral wedges. People stared. I didn't care.

On the beach last week, I was really feeling my one-piece halter pin-up bathing suit. Yes, my tan lines were crazy. I didn't care.

Lately I've been wearing my hair big and curly with one side pulled back. My go-to bag is tan with fringe.

As I learn more about myself and surround myself with artists and people who are 150% themselves, I am finding that as well. Yes, clothing is just the outside expression, but it does oh so much for the inside as well.

On the radar: I'm dying to find a metallic long dress. See something? Let a gal know!

grazia.

I've had two major breakthroughs on stagein the last 2 years. Both times, it was dancing to music by Lana del Rey. 

She's my current style, artistic and creative muse for 2015. I'm absolutely loving this spread in Grazia France. 

View the entire story here. 

top5.

Depending on how you look at it, opening up your calendar and seeing a month full of appointments, commitments and more can be either daunting or exhilterating. I tend to work better when I have absolutely too much on my plate, as it foreces me to balance my time perfectly. If something goes out of whack, my whole month will get thrown off.

However, I read an article about comedian Tina Fey and her secrets to success the other day, and her's is quite simple. Always, always say "yes".

This couldn't have come at a better times - I've been approached with some very unique opportunities this month. I'm saying "yes".

This also applies to things I want to do around my home. I've been in my new apartment for five months (wowza!) and I keep meaning to get little projects done or what not.

Thus, January's  Top 5 is dedicated to the home. 

Coffee Table. 

I'm a huge fan of the exqusitely talented Emily Schuman of the blog Cupcakes and Cashmere, and love this video she released this week. I'm on the hunt for a great coffee table tray that isn't too expensive. 

Gallery Wall. 

This challenge has been haunting me over the last few months. I have acuqired some art, but I'm very indecisive about what the hanging arrangement will be. Luckily, I found this nifty layout guide. 

Time to start experimenting! 

Accent Paint.

 

So simple. So effective. 

Typography. 

 

Christmas lights, a steady hand and an outlet. I'm thinking this might even be fun for my living space/room as well. Now the question is, what word do I choose? 

Patio Time. 

One of the things I was desperate for when I was looking for an apartment was somewhere with outdoor space. I have a sweet little backyard patio that will be divine once the warm weather comes back. 

I'm hoping to incorporate some more Christmas lights into the tree, and also have a little herb garden (is there anything better when you're cooking to go cut some fresh basil). Oh spring, come soon! 

Again, these are just some ideas. Fingers crossed I can get some of these little projects done before the warm weather arrives. 

Have an amazing weekend and enjoy! 

olivia.

STYLE STAR: OLIVIA PALERMO

We all have our opinions about reality TV shows and their stars...but in the real world, I gotta admit that Olivia Palermo is one of the best dressed ladies on the scene.

I have a few friends who are involved in the Canadian fashion scene either as designers, PR or stylists, and I am constantly seeing them pull and post photos of Palmero on their social feeds.

To me, this girl has got it right - she's mixes prints, bright colours, textures and quirky jewelry for the every day. From what we see in street style shots, I would like to think Palermo thinks along the same lines as I do - dress up every day. Pink pants, why not? Big, glittery necklace? Go for it. 

This upcoming season as we look into more layering, I'll be taking a page from her book (and am currently on the hunt for a faux-fur vest).

Here are a few of my favourite Palermo fall/winter looks: