Anyone who knows me knows, I’m loving leather: leather purses, leather shoes, leather jackets, leather pants!
Why am I here? How do I feel? Can I afford this? Do I need this?
This is what I like to call an impulse buy! The definition of buy now…eat later!
A leather jacket is like a glass of wine…it simply gets better with age.
Yup, its a moto jacket I cant live without and makes any outfit instantly cooler. Think about it!
Stuck in the cold, or where the sun shines, a leather jacket is worn on repeat all year long.
Dress up your athleisure! More often than not my every day look consists of something leather, a fitted tee, baseball cap, leggings and sneakers as usual.
Today’s photoshoot takes place in a sweet little old town called Kleinburg! Time fly’s when you’re having too much fun. Stephanie is such a great photographer to work with. Getting me to laugh, taking photos and being like, “yes girl, love it, you look gorgeous!” We had such a great time, to highlight this point further I am showcasing some of my favourite “me” outfits on the blog to date…
80’s inspired let’s go “Commando!”– made from a luxurious Italian blended fabric is my favourite Matte Metallic Legging, paired with a Love Me silk top. A coin flap pocket, cropped and a removable waist belt…look at me, I’m Sandra Dee, meets La Marque is where you will find Dylans leather biker, paired with a guitar crossbody and my “on the go” high heels.
“Danny Zuko, turned jock?!!!” Fast forward a vinyl boot with denim and cuffed jeans is a fresh take on your average black suede shoe and checkered blazer, paired with a classic bodysuit or turtle neck sweater.
This season I urge you to splurge on a leather jacket…you wont regret it!
Finding the perfect fitted jacket can be just as hard as finding a great fitted pair of jeans! Stores like: All Saints, Rudsak and Diesel are perfect for that one of a kind leather find! Having to do an outfit change somewhere between a white dress, sunglasses and a pair of heels is another “leather situation” and a quarter mile, coming to the blog sometime soon. Thank you for these photos Stephanie!
I know you’re out there, I can feel you now. I don’t know the future, I didn’t come here to tell you how this is going to end, I came here to tell you how it is going to begin. I am going to shut down down now and you are about to enter a place that is unexplainable, a place where you are able to determine your own path, a world without rules or exceptions – you can stay or shall you exit is a choice I leave up to you.
Similar to the beats pill, it’s not what you think. By the end of this blog post, there will be no answers, only more questions. However the question you may seek it is the most predictable but also the most irrelevant. Why am I here? Who are you? Is this real? We are born, only to get to a place never seen before. Or is it all an illusion? A figurative of our own imagination?
This can’t be real? What is real then? If not the real world? If the mind perceives it to be real, does it make it real?
If you’re talking about what you can feel, smell, taste and see then real is simply electrical signals interpret by your brain. That Deja vu is not evidence of a glitch but a distraction to the outside world. To stop you for a single moment in time and keep you from getting to where you need to be. Is a dream something that is real? Unable to wake up from? Only to remind us that there is no difference between me or my dream self.
And if it’s all an illusion why not achieve the impossible. Being able to cross mirrors and enter the unexpected? Or being in two places at once? What if we already are? Is our mind playing tricks on us? On what we can and cannot do? We see only what we want to see – do not try and bend the spoon, instead only try to realize there is no spoon, and then the impossible becomes possible.
Who says a place called Zion is more real than time in space? And who says Earth is more real than a made up computer program? Why do my eyes hurt? It is the ability to chose whether or not you want to live in Zion while you were a mere battery feeding off artificial intelligence.
It’s the question that drives us…what is the matrix? What is the good life? And if the Matrix is an alternate reality, is artificial intelligence possible? But what if you chose to be in the matrix? What if this is our fantasy? Is fantasy sometimes better than reality? Is it better to know the truth or is ignorance truly bliss?
You will never find the answers you are looking for…Until it becomes so clear, it will never be, you will forever be torn between the red or blue pill. But once you chose, was it the colour that chose for you? Do you believe in fate? Excepting the fact that we are not in control of our life but only put on a path we were destined to follow?
Where to go from here, is unclear. There is something you know but unsure what that is – it is like a splinter in your mind and has brought you right here on both sides of a black and white screen.
Do you want to know what it is? Or were you staring at the women in the red dress? Correction: Size petite, a little black dress from La Perla! It is everywhere, even now in this very room.
Is Vinyl an absolute must have and ready to wear? Press play and I will show you just how deep the rabbit hole goes.
As simple as 1 + 1 = 2, a formula for vinyl can be worn one of two ways: together or separate…paired with contrasting fabrics or solids, mixing in prints or texture, we love the combination of sexy, smooth and shiny paired with silk, velvet, linen or cashmere reborn.
As seen in the picture below I am currently wearing a high shine and high rise fit legging with a four way stretch and excellent recovery. Can be worn with one of three: a sexy bodysuit or a faux leather or shiny tube top, from double breasted silhouettes, deep pockets and a black vent the Erma Leather trench is as comfortable as it is sexy.
Long or sometimes short a vinyl trench by Aritzia’s Babaton makes for a very dramatic bold choice. Its glossy and incredibly sleek, with a belted button down, patched pockets and easy drop shoulders – from pointed toe ankle boots, over the knee, slickers and Oxford…which one will you try first? If there patent, that’s it! And a micro-mini skirt to match.
Super high tech yet retro, black, sleek and slightly intimidating these fabulous sunnies can also be extremely fun. Sponsored by Givenchy, cat-eye inspired, rectangular, round, square, black, white, silver or see-through…you can go for either incredibly small, too slightly bigger as seen on Trinity once or twice before.
All of these material items, this life that is worth living have been part of a world that has been pulled over your eyes to blind you from the truth.That we must wake up and enter a new way of reality.
See I know you, I know what you’re going to do next, you just can’t help yourself. is it your own desire to do as I say? or me simply knowing what it is you’re going to do next? Don’t you want to know the answer?
Put away in the archives todays special, features a clean and contemporary aesthetic with a nod to old world European architecture and character. An intimate and natural light, subtle sophistication, light oak hardwood floors, scalloped and earth toned lime wash with a triple arch wall included. Shall I go on?
Given the opportunity to further my education…as a young hairdresser/makeup artist Vivienne Mackinder brings to you Hair Designer TV. Being able to expand my creativity and skill set I have learned many different styles and techniques in hairdressing. Currently, this weeks editorial project is one of many to showcase new and innovative looks. A rope braid for ex) fun and playful this hairstyle can be worn at a wedding, PROM!, to the theatre and many more.
Featuring a collection of all-new shades, this dynamic colour story merges a mix of soft greens, romantic pinks, and versatile neutrals – from fresh, everyday elegance to bold, glamorous statements, buttery mattes, shimmering metallics, and multidimensional sparkles that blend seamlessly and wear beautifully all day. A timeless yet modern everyday beauty pallet reimagining retro inspired hues for todays beauty lovers.
A mother daughter duo, Anna and Daria were both wonderful to work with. Being able to capture stunning silhouettes and structure in more ways than one. Dressed in a tutu and a ruffled sleeve top paired with a basic bodysuit and boots to match – A ballerina is alway en pointe!
Having the ability to inspire young woman and reach out for the beauty industry has always been a passion of mine. I love to create and make you look and feel your absolute best. If your looking for a glow up for any occasion it’s only 1 click away.
Sebastian sings…since life is sweet here, we got the beat here, naturally!
Each little clam here, knows how to jam here. Each little snail here, knows how to wail here. Thats why it’s hotter, under the water. Yeah we in luck here, down in the muck here. Today on the blog here, under the sea.
Friends, sun, sand and sea shells…just take a look, I’m off the hook! Warm weather paired with longer days, let’s take it to the beach and talk about everything the 21st century summer trends has to offer.
With so many styles to choose from, my wardrobe mainly consists of: swimsuits, floppy hats and just a few cute coverups!
With ruffle necklines, pastel floral prints, delicate bows, tie details and puffy sleeves Love Shack Fancyis at its most adorable! Strike a pose, relax and just look gorgeous! Its no surprise this collection is designed specifically for you! Vs. cutouts or a low back? What better way to show off some skin in a modest more comfortable way.
High tides and high cut, let’s not hide away, Baywatch is here to stay! Perfect for showing off a woman’s curves and accentuating her legs. Keep in mind, high waisted doesn’t necessarily mean full booty coverage. I’ve seen plenty with a cute “cheeky bottom”. Currently sporting Gooseberry Intimates is where you will find the colours coral and rum, paired with a DIY self tanner (currently loving this one & this one) as well aseltamd UV Clear Tinted Broad- Spectrum. Leaving behind the ultimate glow!
Here on the beach we tan all day! Introducing Sunflair, fun and sexy I absolutely love, crotchet and a body swimming silhouette. Leave it up to the imagination that will make him want to…kiss the girl! and with just a few beach inspired accents NoirKala is where you will find bracelets, rings and hair pins, to over size sunglasses, strappy sandals and high heels will instantly change an outfit from casual to a more cocktail hour appropriate.
One of the most trendier options and super cute is definitely Mondays Swimwear, sarongs and so much more. Depending on ones personality sarongs are available in bright colours, sheer fabrics and sometimes boho! Short or long you wrap around the waist or shoulder to create a skirt like dress.
Fabrics like cotton, linen or viscose help stay cool when its warm out in more ways than one. For ex). This cute white ensemble with its easy breezy lightweight cotton fabric has that twirl worthy factor I can never quite resist. Yet, its eyelet detailing all around makes it pretty enough to wear morning, noon and night.
For those who want to dress it down, and still look chic, a jumpsuit or wide leg pant paired with a matching top, tank or tee – Bahhgoose is a great alternative and best of both worlds. Perfect to wear on and off the sand, put yourself on display in our signature hand dyed satin, latte, pistachio, espresso and natural to name a few. Customize with adjustable straps worn over the shoulder, or crossed over the back and If your struggling to pack a bag before you head out to the docks, Chanels Deauville Tote Lurex Canvas is perfect to fit absolutely anything and everything!
If you read my blog on a regular, you might of noticed 6 days out of the week I am in and out of the salon, doing photoshoot content and writing this weeks blog post.
Although you can say my life is pretty busy, a quiet Sunday at home is most enjoyable.
Between you and me…POOSH is my new best friend. Warm tea, soft pillows, VOGUE! I put on the coziest sweater, turn up the radio and lounge around indulging in some personal pampering like: singing in the shower, online shopping, watching NETFLIX & experimenting with eye makeup.
Scrub a dub dub, Splish splash I was takin’ a bubble bath…
A good scrub & body oil (currently loving this one & this one) will help buff away any unwanted skin cells, is super moisturizing and provides suppleness and comfort to the skin, leaving a mouthwatering scent of fresh almonds.
If I’m looking to pamper my skin some more, I’ll follow up with a combination of many moisturizers, specifically Muscle Melt & Almond Delightful Body Balm. Its rich and melting texture leaves behind an ultra soft finish and is perfect for regular pampering routines. My skin has never felt so good!
Take a Deep Breath with one of many Sage essential oils! In essence…this cooling and healing fragrance is used to create a feeling of relaxation, perfect for the mind and body!
And what a feeling it is to crawl into bed with a soft fluffy pillow, some cozy blankets and a refreshing flavour of peppermint tea – currently wearing Lino’s & Lidea Just Fits, catching up on the latest issue How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days
or reading an oldie but a goodie: Harry Styles makes his own rules!
As if you’ve been basking in the sun all day long, following in the footsteps of glazed donut skin, latte eyes and popping up on everyones for you page, the strawberry girl trend is all about finding the perfect berry-pink shade of blush or lip product – from dewy skin, flushed cheeks and faux freckles a makeup look is only as good as the products used.
Coming to the blog sometime soon an editorial broken down on how to achieve the new “Strawberry It Girl”.
Listening to the sound of music…singing along to New York, New York, concrete jungles where dreams are made of theres nothing you can do…I can be your hero baby, I can kiss away the pain, I will stand by you forever…because you live and breathe, because you make me believe in myself when nobody else can help, because you live girl, my world has twice as many stars in the sky…and I’m like baby, baby, baby, oooh…It aint no lie, I want to see you out that door baby, bye bye bye…Oh my god were back again, brothers sisters everybody sing…feel free to stop me at anytime…C’OMON GIRLS! Ok now I’m done!
After a weeks worth of casually dressing up, and a cup of coffee with a side of freshly squeezed orange juice, today on the blog I decided to go in a different direction and take a look in my top drawer.
From buying three pairs of panties for every one bra, to rethinking your idea of loungewear vs sleepwear– this and a thought I had last week…got me thinking: a topic this delicate shouldn’t be overlooked. Let’s be honest, some of these fashion trends would be near impossible to pull off without the help of certain intimates. Continue to keep’em guessing about what lies underneath? And if so…are we all going to bed naked? As opposed to cotton or satin? Do we just walk around in nothing but a bra and underwear? Does comfort prevail over sexy? After all Isn’t that what this multibillion dollar industry is about? Inner beauty?
…Then again, we’ve all had a not so great experience with uncomfortable bra’s and pantiesonce or twice before.
When we’re having to travel back and forth between cup sizes, demi vs balconette, pushup and unlined, you soon find yourself trading in a favourite old cotton bra for a pretty lingerie set! YUP I’m looking for one that’s jusssst right!
The great thing about unlined bras is that they still offer support without the extra weight and bulk of too much padding. Unlined bras are best suited to be worn under anything light and airy. As a result, they feel lightweight and comfortable, while still looking very sexy.
A demi cup bra is designed to cover only half with a straighter neckline and is very popular for lingerie and lace details. It is most likely to be your everyday bra and like a good old t-shirt bra that have subtle and smooth shape, no bumps or lines both are defined by its simplicity and practicality.
The balconette bra has a designer made and most pin up quality with a sweetheart shape neckline. This style reveals a little more than usual because the height of the cups are shorter and the straps are more wider set – meaning this style of bra can stay hidden even under the most plunging of necklines. The seamed cups give an uplifted shape and more support. It is more likely to get away with being embellished with more feminine detailing than other styles, such as pleats, ruffles and bows.
Over or under I have recently found myself loving slips! Through a series of blog posts I have discovered a few updated versions both full(moon) and half slip that just makes sense for the modern woman.
Currently in love with Chantelle and Simone Perele’s absolute must have Caresse 3D plunge bra, located right here at Legs & Lace (14799 Yonge St Aurora). Ask for Patricia!
Tape yourself silly!An item you should always have lying around…just incase! It is perfect for deep V-neck, open back or open side garments. Made with flexible cotton, styling solutions that offer coverage, lift and maximum hold for up to 12 hours, I absolutely love skims! And in fact I shop her entire collection!
Let me just start off by saying…it is not about hiding a woman imperfections but accentuating her curves. Talk about Shape wear…it can go in one of two ways. High waisted slimming shorts or underwear are perfect for just that as they work to flatten the tummy and give the booty a nice lift and can be replaced with an all over one piece (currently loving this one and this one) provided with the same amount of coverage from your bust to your knees.
No show undies vs no frills? From dresses too skirts, shorts & pants, heres to a simple pair of underwear being able to give you two in one plus one less thing to worry about. A pair of no frill seamless panties, it’s a triple threat!- ranging from the thong, to soft stretch high cut brief now available in boy shorts will help keep your outfit looking streamline and fabulous.
Being at home a little more than usual…its rather simple: a tank top and granny panties. In other terms (shown in the picture above and below) we say welcome to HANRO. Perfect for everything from playing with water to lounging around and reading a book.
PRO Tip:Tank tops and underwear are fairly cheap, so don’t be afraid to go from white to black, and a little nude.
Just add some Nike socks and you’ve got your self the most popular outfit on Instagram today.
Theycallmeless is a Toronto – based, hair & makeup artist, time traveller and fashion blogger originated Oct, 25th 2022. Old classic combines with modern day illustrated through a variety of short stories.
