Desert Rose.

Guys! I've been sitting on this post for weeeeeeeks. Unfortunately, school has totally got in the way. Ugh. But slowly and surely I plugged away at it and now I can share one of my favourite posts to date. I've always wanted to shoot pictures in the desert. There is just something about that landscape that I find so beautiful and inspiring. So my dream location combined with one of my favourite trends of the moment is obviously going to equal my fave post everrrrr. To say that I am obsessed with the sheer lace trend this season is only a mild exaggeration. Back in the summer I was lucky enough to snag this lacy, embroidered top from Value Village for a steal and boy am I glad now. My Pinterest feed is teeming with see-through lace or mesh tops AND I LOVE IT. I even had to go out and get a lace body suit with long sleeves. You heard me...HAD to. I get that this may not be everyone's cup of tea, but if the look intrigues you and you want to try it out, here are two tips that I hope will make it easier to wear.

1. You need the right bra. I think that anything underwire/push up-y would just be too much on top of the sheerness of the top. I definitely think this look calls for a soft fabric or lace bra or bralette, the prettier the better - it will be on display! Another option I am totally into is a barely noticeable, nude bra for a really provoking naked-esque look.

2. You need a high waisted bottom. Now this is just my own personal fashion opinion, but I think that if you leave your belly button uncovered it looks more like an outfit suited for the bedroom. The high waisted denim shorts I have on here were thrifted for me by my amazing sister. I can't thank her enough, they are the most perfect pair of 90's Levi heaven! And they probably cost her about $1.75...USD...$2.30 for us Canadians. To top it all off, I even got a day of fall sunshine in Osoyoos to wear them once before they have to be put away for next summer (*crosses fingers and hopes high waists are still in*).

PS. This lip colour...If you are totally into this 90's/grunge/greige/cool toned lip of the moment...this metallic purple grey is amazing. Link below :)

Top: Forever21- thrifted (similar). Bottoms: Levi - thrifted (similar). Belt: H&M. Bra: Forever21 (similar). Boots: Aldo (old) (similar). Jacket: H&M (old) (similar). Lips: Hard Candy Metallic Mousse in Smoke & Mirrors

Bye Bye Booties

I can't believe it's September already! Fall is upon us, and if my Pinterest board is any indication...I am very excited to start wearing cozy layers. That being said, a part of me is sad to see the summer go...because these booties did not get out enough! Haha. I took advantage of one of our last days of warm weather to rock them with distressed boyfriend jean shorts and a white blouse and blazer. One of my major fashion loves is pairing seemingly contrasting styles to create a put together outfit. I loved the distressed, relaxed style of the shorts in contrast with the more formal style of a button up blouse and blazer. The white on white palette is also something I've been digging lately. I don't think I'll be able to give up the booties quite yet (they're just too good), so I am going try and transition them into my fall wardrobe. Speaking of fall wardrobe...I am working on an exciting new post, something a little different than my usual posts - stay tuned!

Blazer: Aritzia (old). Blouse: H&M (similar). Shorts: Forever 21. Necklace: Bauble Bar (similar - only $6). Purse: Indigo via Chapters. Booties: Steve Madden via Nordstrom. Lips: L'Oreal Colour Riche Colour Caresse in Rose Taffeta.