For the BADASS in you

bad·ass/ˈbadˌas/
Noun: A tough, aggressive, or uncooperative person
Adjective: Tough or aggressive: "a badass temper"
source: dictionary.com


First saw these little stud muffins on Bloor St. and couldn't get it out of my head, with the studs to match I thought this ring was the appropriate amount of badass to add to my jewelry collection.


                                      

These bad boys are not only sweet but a bargain. BOTH     were only $15.00!!

XO

Pintucks and Polka Dots

It's really the little things in life. The little details that make you smile. For me, on this day in particular it's pintucks and polka dots. 


While studying costume design (*cough* for a short while) in school I really learned how to sew. I'm not talking about sewing a button back on a shirt rather making the cuff, collar and plackets of the shirt. Hardcore stuff.  I really understood the time and skill that goes into making such fine details in a garment. Pintucks were one of the easier ones and once I mastered how to press properly without burning the material, I actually came to enjoy making them. 

These particular pintucks are from my shower curtain, Pottery Barn. 

Polka dots are nothing out of the ordinary yet I find them so perfect. This set of dishes that are actually nowhere near new or expensive just hold a little piece of my heart. They were thankfully brought home from their place of origin, Halifax, without a scratch. 

My favorite polka dot bowls.

I don't know what it is about this set of polka dots dishes that I love so much other than they speak to me. These are two pieces of my home that when I notice them during my day to day routines, make my heart a little happier. 

XO 

Good for the pocket AND the planet!

This is probably the best steal of the month for me! 

An Urban Barn opened up right near my work so naturally I had to stop in. Having recently moved into a new place, I'm constantly on the look out for new pieces to add to my new home. After browsing through the store I noticed these lanterns and thought they were just too cute to boot! Not only would they add a little touch of color to the outside patio. Something it was lacking. I learned that it was from their Tin Man Line and were made out of old tin cans. The best part about it, they were on sale and only $6.00 each! 

XO

p.s. you can see the willow tree in the background... love that tree

Beautiful Shoes, Beautiful People

Two things that I love, friends and shoes, and last Wednesday night was the perfect marriage of the two. With an open bar of course :)


I was lucky to attend Holt Renfrew's Pic Me Tommy Ton! event last Wednesday night. I have been a follower of Tommy Ton's blog JAK & JILL for quite some time and have adored the shoes that he features. And the clothing, and the models etc. It was really cool to see the shoes in real life, well in clear cubes to be exact, but yeah still really cool. 


Two fabulous, stylish and confident PR ladies that I am happy to call friends of mine. 

Being at this event, obviously, there were some really stylish and cool people and being in that sort of atmosphere really inspires me to be MORE daring with the way I dress. Just like how watching Sex and the City does. Some of the stuff they wear is out of this world  yet somehow they confidently, supported by the other 3 girls, pull it off. Like the bird on SJP'S head on her first wedding day.  


There was a mix of people present but could tell the  different between people that had style and the people that just wore name brands and displayed their money. Don't get me wrong I love me some name brands. I loved looking at all those fabulous shoes that were in their cases that I couldn't afford. I love looking through fashion magazines sand being inspired by the ostentatious styles and impracticality of it all but when it comes down do it, you either have style or you don't and if you think that style is just slapping some expensive products on your body, I'm going to have to respectfully disagree my friend. 


NOW that I read this all over... I think I am respectfully disagreeing with myself. Who cares if you prefer to just wear brand names or go sans? Who cares what other people think? Who cares what I think for that matter. I have opinions yes but if what you are wearing makes you happy then I am all for it. 


PHEW that was deep. 


Now for some comedic relief: visit this link HERE, and go to page 10. 
The funny thing about that photo is that after it was taken the photographer places his camera up to my face and I look up at him confused and don't say anything. He wanted me to say my name into the microphone (duh Kelly, didn't you know that all cool cameras have a sound recording device in them?).  I felt that he was asking for me to type my name on the camera, which now sounds like a dumb idea but I have never had my picture taken like this before. Needless to say, I was quite embarrassed and never actually expected to see it again, especially not online. TOO funny. 

XO

Music fills my soul

Nothing better than a summer night. Nothing better than a summer night sitting outside listening to two of your favorite artists with someone you love. THAT WILL BE ME next weekend while I sit in the Molson Amphitheater with the boy. So super excited to see David Gray and Ray LaMontagne.


As cliche as it may sound, I feel in love with David Gray with one of his first albums White Ladder. This album is too good for words. With the tracks including: My Oh My, Please Forgive me, Sail Away, Say Hello, Wave Goodbye and lastly This Years Love, this album takes me to so many places at once including St. Peter's Catholic High School's coffee houses and young love relationships. I love how music can literally transport you. 

photo cred: telegraph.co.uk

'I'm the opposite of an enigma, I am just heart on sleeve' - David Gray

The only thing that could make this evening better would be another favorite artist of mine. Introducing Ray LaMontagne. LOVE HIM. When Pandora, that cool free music site (no long available to Canadians) was up and running, I heard the song Shelter and my heart melted. Seriously it did. Even though it is a sad song I still love it and the message makes me feel warm inside. If he plays this song (fingers crossed) I will be in tears, no doubt. 

photo cred: Higher Ground Music

With their new albums just releasing this week, I have constantly been filling my head with their music. I recommend both albums:

• David Gray - Foundling
• Ray LaMontagne - God Willin' & The Creek Don't Rise 

 and think you should go straight to iTunes to download :)

XO

unpacking life and getting it organized

Sooooo I've been in the cozy cottage (my new apartment ) for about 3 weeks now and it's still not done! Being summer and all the last thing I want to do is stay inside to unpack or spend hours in line ups in stores. The past couple of weekends I have been up north and or had visitors. I can no longer take it and am committing to have everything finished this next weekend. The one major job that I am most excited about is the closet :) Of course right? I love my clothing (pathetic to some, yes) but I like to take care of it also. I feel bad for my winter jackets all stuffed up in a box. I can't wait to be a proud homeowner and dedicate a whole room into a closet. It's amazing how some things can be so normal for some and yet so weird for others. I would totally make an extra room in my home a large closet, to some that just seems wrong. 


Since this apartment is just a rental, I won't be investing too much into but I can't wait to be the crazy homeowner that turns the extra bedroom in a closet and can put up WALLPAPER! 

photocred: styleathome.com

My wallpaper will look something like this..

XO

Holy Hermes

Okay, I know I'm late on the comment but I just saw the Hermes Fall 2010 RTW show on Fashion Television last night and actually can't stop thinking about it. I loved it. I loved the set, the music, the leather and of course the designer. 

Reasons I love Jean Paul Gaultier 

1. My boy wears his perfume.
2. I love his accent.
3. His boldness in his designs.

There were a lot of great models that walked that runway but honestly Lily Cole stole the show! I don't know if it was the red hair or the boobs but something just made her seems more real and relatable. 

Photo creds: Style.com

These were just some of my favs. Look at the whole collection here. I dare you. Meanwhile I am going to go find that top hat in the attic. 

XO

Rachel Zoe - "I Die" for Fashion Spread in Harper's Bazaar

Amazing. I love these photos. Since having the Rachel Zoe Project back on my tele, she has kinda grown on me. She has pretty much coined the phrase "I Die" whenever she is overly excited about something and has (in my opinion) wrongly accused Taylor Jacobson, the only girl on that show that actually lifted their finger, of stealing samples... that she doesn't even fit into. Apparently the first episode of season 3, everyone including cute boy Brad rips on Taylor. Rachel does appear to love the dramz. I personally find her  too anorexic unnaturally skinny, whiney and somewhat scary looking but she does have a super cool job and I usually occasionally agree with her taste. Mostly when she is dressing Jen Garner, SO PRETTY! AND anyone that can land a spread with those wicked designers deserves some mad cred. 

photo cred: Huffington Post 

XO

Simply Studding

For the little bad ass in me. 
I love how they can add a little rebellious side to my mostly feminine closet. Au contraire mon ami. 

photo cred: paperlime

Made by Marc by Marc Jacobs Picked them up at Holts with the littleprgirl. Perfect date, just needed some cocktails to complete :)

XO