A Friend is a Gem

There's nothing better than sitting down with someone knew over a coffee. An acquaintance that after three hours of chatting has turned into a friend. Finding someone who laughs with you, who is easy to talk to, and further someone who you can tell doesn't judge but just accepts people as they are.

Those people are a rare gift. Treasure them because talking trash is easy and there's always someone up for the job. But understanding and a sense of humor don't come along all that often. It's a precious gem someone like that, and one I plan on appreciating.

Top - gift  //  Cardigan - TnA  //  Beanie - eBay  //  Jeans - Gap  //  Boots - ThreadSence  //  Necklaces - Vanessa Mooney  //  Rings - Fair Trade Artisans 

Rumi, Poo, and Threesomes

We all take ourselves very seriously. Too seriously. Wandering about like high powered business people, or trying to be profound and making sure that every thing we write, say, or do is full of wisdom and enlightenment. Like witticisms just drip from our tongues, and quiet reveries give mindful epiphanies.

But even Rumi, the poet, knew that the key to life is to not treat oneself as sacred, to not be too serious. He wrote a whole poem about having a good poo. And another one where he gets distracted halfway through thinking about a threesome.

See? If Rumi in his wisdom knows to laugh at himself and acknowledge the absurdity and folly of humanity, should we not also take a lesson from that?

I'm sorry, I got distracted halfway through by...uh...never mind.

Long Cardigan - gift  //  Dress - Ruche  //  Boots - Call It Spring  //  Thigh Highs - FreePeople  //  Necklace - Reitmans  //  Sunnies UO  //  Bag - Lucky Brand

Fresh Start with a Fresh Year

My energy has been so low these holidays. Not sleeping well, coupled with poorer than normal eating habits, and a touch of a cold all adds up to low energy. And that means low productivity.

You Don't Have To Go Anywhere

"The world is full of things that are tragic or comic, heroic or bizarre or surprising, and those who fail to be interested in the spectacle that it offers are forgoing one of the privileges life has to offer."
 - Bertrand Russell.

Sustainable When Possible

I don't know if you know that the fashion industry is one of the worst polluters. Our cheap clothes are made in a way that damages our environment, and damages our fellow humans *low wages, and poor working conditions.*  It's true. As part of that industry, I try to be mindful of buying sustainable or fair trade, or both when I can.  I'm not perfect, clearly, but it is something I keep in mind and make conscious choices when I can.

Annie Hall, or Menswear

Yes, I love my flowy, boho, ruffles, with crochet, and fringe. We all know that far, far too well.
But sometimes even I am drawn to the clean lines of a great button up, vest, and tie.

A Casual Day...

...calls for casual clothes.  Though, as we all know I'm never all business-y anyway.
But having been blessed with come milder weather, I made sure to take full and complete advantage.

Sartorial Rabbit Hole of Joy, or Lyst

I've recently been going down the best rabbit hole ever. And I do mean that. I've been spending time on Lyst. It's seriously like a fashionista's online Mecca. You create an account and answer a whole bunch of questions about which designers you like and don't like, then your own private boutique is curated for you. Basically, Lyst scours a whole ton of online shops and puts them all in one place. Imagine, instead of tons and tons of boutiques spread across they're all in one place - like a mall - but so much more awesome because no one steps on your toes.

Other Days

Some days I like to chat with people and share, and have boundless laughs and energy.

Without A Care...

....I dance.

Splendor in the Leaves

Don't worry, I haven't been to an asylum or lost the love of my life *Splendor in the Grass reference not withstanding*

Great Expectations

We're constantly surrounded by them aren't we?
They're a double edged sword.
When expectations are placed on us by others, or placed upon ourselves from unhealthy places they can do a lot of damage.
But expectations themselves are beautiful.

True

True, the weather's getting colder.
True, the sun is setting sooner.
There is less daylight. And it feels like we're lacking.
And yes, it'll be hard the next few months without the heat on my skin.
With all the layers I'll be forced to wear instead of feeling the unfettered freedom of wind rustling through summer fabrics.

You're Imperfect. I Love You.

"To observe people and find pleasure in their individual traits. To wish to afford scope for the interests and pleasures of those with whom you are brought into contact without desiring to acquire power over them or to secure their enthusiastic admiration." *Bertrand Russell*

Star Wars, Mini skirts, and Toques.

Perhaps not the most logical of things to put together. But despite my love of all things Vulcan *yes, I did reference Star Trek in a Star Wars post, the two can get along, let's move on* logic does not always motivate my actions. Often it's whim, gut, and in the case of fashion, pure whimsy.

Dresses, Boots, and Shenanigans

Boots and a dress - other than jeans and a cute top - are a no fail outfit. They go together perfectly. And just like anything else in my life, I don't like things to be too sweet; so, the sweetness of a cute dress is toughened up a little by boots. Not cute little pumps or sweet Mary Janes. But boots.

Who Will I Be Tomorrow?

Cold.

Favorite Scarves

I have a few. Those standards go-tos. You know, the ones you reach for without really thinking.  Obviously, my Polish scarf is on that list. As is a gorgeous black one from Kish & Evie - you'll be seeing that a lot this Winter.

Is my Polish Showing?

Many of you don't know that I was born and partly raised in Poland. I literally came to Canada on a boat. Yup. That's right.  I learned to speak English and adjusted to life in Canada. It's just me, my Mom, and my sister here.

Go With It

The sun is gone. Well okay, it's not actually gone. It feel like it's gone though as Fall is firmly here.