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TTT: Style Edition

Holly — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 23:15:45 +0000

I salute teachers who teach in California, Florida, Mexico, or well, basically anywhere that is hot all year round. I pray to…whoever you believe in, that your school has A.C because mine does not and it is seriously the absolute worst trying to dress appropriate while staying cool. Yes, I am Canadian and our winters are frigid, but our Spring, Summer, and Fall can get quite hot!

Straps, spaghetti to be exact, seem to be everywhere in my closet… Especially when it comes to my dresses. The length is typically fine but the straps are what get me in hot water when it comes to the dress code. Well after 6 years of teaching I have finally come up with a few solutions that turn your everyday clothes into teacher appropriate clothes! And yes, these super secret, high tech, never been done before tips can be used by people other than teachers… are you ready?!

Vests: How on earth did I not think of this before? Simply throw a vest on and the highly illegal spaghetti straps are no longer… brilliant?! I think so! I grabbed this Aritzia denim vest at the best thrift shop ever in Portland (you can read more about it here!). Trench vests, leather vests, any type are perfect for adding a layer and covering up those straps!

Another tip, scarves. If you’re second guessing if a top is too low, it probably is. Throw a scarf on just to be safe!

Sooooo as any good teacher would do. Here is an example:

Summer, not appropriate for work outfit:

Add a vest, belt, some heels and voila… a teaching appropriate outfit!

Ps. This was my first day of school outfit, cute right?! Dress || Vest || Shoes

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Do you have any tips and tricks to making everyday clothes work appropriate!?

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Fall Floral

Holly — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 02:49:52 +0000

Typically when I think of floral patterns I instantly think Spring. Well, this fall I have been seeing loads of floral patterns and I love it! The colors are adjusted slightly from bright colors and pastels to rich deep tones.

This dress has been lovely the past few weeks as I slowly dip my toes into fall fashion. I LOVE fall but it is always bittersweet saying goodbye to dresses…bare legs are not a thing in Canadian winters. The long sleeves make this dress perfect for those days when it’s just cool enough to want something to cover your shoulders.

Living in Canada I’m fully aware that the season for wearing this dress is going to be short but I am going to live it up while I can!

Are you loving fall florals or is it more of a spring/summer thing for you?

I have created a little look book for those who are loving in!

Watch c/o Nicole Vienna || Shoes || Dress c/o Black Swan Clothing

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The Perfect Black Blouse

Holly — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:13:15 +0000

Having the perfect black blouse in your closet really is a game changer. You know, that one that doesn’t wrinkle, is long enough but not too long, is fitted but not skin tight, and has the perfect amount of detail. This perfect blouse I speak of is great for a night out or work, dressed up or down. This blouse definitely resides in the “worn frequently” section of my closet.

Also, take note of my new Nicole Vienna watch… I am fully obsessed with this beauty. The mesh gold band and marble face makes it elegant and modern. The price ($129) is amazing for the quality of this watch! I’m already dreaming of ordering the black one (insert heart eye emoticon here).

I have looked high and low throughout the world wide web to find this Black Swan blouse but I cannot seem to find it… I will keep looking and update this post if I find it!
For now, here are a few that caught my eye…

Also, how perfect are these pumps!? I’m seriously obsessed… I love the thick heel and the pointy toe!

What is your definition of the perfect blouse?

Watch c/o Nicole Vienna || Blouse c/o Black Swan Clothing

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