Here is one of my favourite examples of making cozy look cute.  Now, if only I could go back and tell my 16 year old self this- I vividly remember insisting on wearing only a zip up sweater when it was minus a million degrees.  No toque, no mitts, and definitely no parka.  What the HECK was I thinking… le sigh*

Obviously this outfit is not for the -40 days we have been having lately… a parka is the only way to survive those.  But for the average winter day, this look is perfect!

   So, here are five things I believe all humans who have to deal with winter need:

1.) A cute beanie or as we Canadians call them… a toque.  Not only will it keep you warm, it’s also great for when you’re too lazy to wash your hair!

2.) A vest- this one is my favourite and is on sale! Most often vests can provide a whole lot of warmth without having to wear the actual parka.  It’s a nice alternative especially if you’re running errands and are in and out of the cold.

3.) Warm mittens.  Protect those nails from harsh weather.  According to Chia from the blog Just Peachy, cold weather is terrible for those mani’s!

4.) Boots because snow… lots of snow.

5.) A parka. For those days when it’s -40, you’re a teacher and you have supervision, or if you simply just want to be cozy AF.

Keep warms and look cute ladies!

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Tomorrow, with the help of H & B, I will be playing Santa and sneaking a gorgeous pair of sparkle ball earrings into a very deserving co-worker’s mailbox.  This women is not my “bestie” at work, in fact, she is new to our school this year.  Although I know her, I don’t know her as well as I know many of the others people at my school.  However, her bright and beautiful smile and continuous positive attitude is something that inspires me daily.  No matter what school or life throws her way, it appears she makes a genuine effort to remain positive!

So, now here is the fun part! It is YOUR turn to join in on the Making Spirits Bright fun! Hillberg & Berk and I have teamed up to give away two pairs of sparkle ball earrings.  A pair for yourself and also for someone who inspires you and deserves a little extra sparkle in their life!

All you have to do is make sure you’re following me on Instagram, (you can do that here), like this photo (you can do that here), and tag 2 friends in the comment section on my Instagram photo, that’s it! Winner will be announced, December 20, 2016.  Instagram account must be public for the duration of the giveaway.       

Side note, how freaking perfect is this coat for the holidays?! I got this one literally 10 years ago… I was still in highschool! Anyways, I don’t wear it often but it truly is the best coat for the holidays.  Obviously this one is no longer available, but I have found a few similar ones that are equally as adorable.

Good luck! I can’t wait to help one of you share a little extra sparkle this season!

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This year I haven’t done many gift guides for no particular reason really, I just wasn’t overly inspired to do one … heck I’ve barely started my own shopping, I’m just trying to get through these last few days with my students!

But, this is one post I am extremely excited and proud to share with you! Giving gifts is almost always better than receiving them, right? What if I told you that you could give a gift not only to the person receiving it but also to girls in India.  Bloom & Give have made a commitment to break the societal barriers that prevent girls from going to school.  50% of their profits go directly to girls education programs in India. How amazing is that!

When I originally came across Bloom & Give I was first drawn to their gorgeous scarves but my attention quickly shifted to the positive impact they are making in this world. This company truly inspires me.  The commitment they’ve made to educating girls in India is admirable.  Education is obviously very close to my heart so teaming up with Bloom & Give for this post was such an honor!

So, still looking for the perfect gift for that someone special? Look no further.  This beautiful cashmere scarf, with an even more beautiful story, is sure to make someone’s Christmas extra special!

Scarf c/o Bloom & Give || Sweater || Denim

Want to learn more about Bloom & Give and their amazing efforts? Visit their website here.

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