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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

This Blazer: a story from my closet

If my blazer could speak

Yes, it’s a story of this blazer that was tailor made in India in 1985.  My hubby and I had gone shop to shop and tailor to tailor to find the right fabric and fit. When it finally came together I absolutely loved it.  In 1986 I became pregnant with our first daughter and of course the blazer did not fit.  It did not fit while I was pregnant and it…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Planning an outfit with whites for the winter

Planning a white outfit for the winter

“Fashion is like eating. You shoudn’t stick with the same menu.”— Kenzo Takada I absolutely love this quote about fashion. I find one of the easiest and most fun ways to bring joy and excitement into every day life is through our attire. When I was a little girl, I loved to play dress up and that love affair with fashion continues. In fact, I think it has intensified with…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Taking your power back with Animal prints

Animal print - from subtle to fierce

When the days begin to shorten, the temperatures start to fall and our spirits seem to dwindle, its time to put on the animal prints and take our power back. The bold and conspicuous animal prints truly become an established part of your look and bring with them confidence and strength. Of all the animal prints my personal favourite is leopard print. My daughter tells me it also is the…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Jumping For Joy In My Jumpsuit

Putting on a jump suit for the first time connected (and every time I wear one) me to that little girl in me. It made me feel so happy and joyful. I love the way it falls and flows. It lets me be me without having to worry about my outfit. …

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Classic White Blouse For Everyday Living

A classic white blouse, crisp, well tailored, and well fitted is a must have in every woman’s closet. Especially as we mature through life and dressing becomes more about expressing our personal style and comfort than fashion. “Everyday is a fashion show and the world is the runway.” – Coco Chanel. I couldn’t have said it better myself and could not agree more. Although Ms. Chanel’s definition of fashion may…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Going wild with animal prints

Ten years ago, I would not have touched an animal print with a ten foot pole.  Why?  Well, I thought they were too loud, bold, unnecessary and just not for me.  Looking back I think there was nothing wrong with the prints, the problem was with me.  I was not bold, confident, and sure enough of myself.  My soft, safe, and sort of blend with the crowd style was my…

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Best Foot Forward Beyond Four Walls

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

France Summer Packing List : How to overpack and not regret it.

South of France, convertible, scarf and glasses, French Style

When it comes to packing I always go against the grain and never follow advice.  In fact, rather than travelling light I maximize the baggage allowance to the last pound.   Travel itself is so exciting and fun.  Now add to it the anticipation, the planning and the shopping for the trip, it just takes it to the next level. When we research and plan a trip I find my…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Planning an outfit around shoes…

I have always been fond of shoes.  Normally, I buy neutral, complimentary and once in a while a bright pair of shoes.    Recently on our family shopping trip to Settle (yes, its one of the many perks of living in Vancouver) I totally fell in love with a beautiful, stylish pair of round-toed loafers by Lewit at Nordstrom.  It was one of those have to have moments for me. It…

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Best Foot Forward

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us.
If we show up for life confused, messy and half-hazard how can life be orderly, harmonious and organized? No, I am not promoting fashion in any way. In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style. Personal style, then is not about designer names, expensive clothes or high heels. It is about creating a look for yourself that gives you confidence, comfort, and sense of pride. Besides half the charm of being a woman is planning (and shopping) to put our best foot forward. So let’s have a little fun my friends!

Transitioning a winter wardrobe into spring

pink dress

I firmly believe what we put into the world is what comes back to us. How we present ourselves to the world around us and essentially the universe then is of utmost significance. No, I am not promoting fashion in any way.  In fact, fashion is what is available to us and we must take the responsibility of turning it into our personal style.  Personal style then is not about designer names, expensive clothes…

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