We're In Tune

I've been totally feeling in tune with my inner 60's / 70's child and then I came across this picture and it put everything into perspective. 

I had just boughten a skirt almost exactly like the girl's on the left and realized this picture had been taken way back when. I decided to style this vintage inspired skirt but put my own twist on it. Something light and airy on top like this white gauze top I got in Mexico tucked into the corduroy skirt. On my feet, my favourite fringe-y moccasin boots that make me want to prance, prance, prance around, fringe blowing in the wind. I love short mod style mini skirts for the summer. Canadian winters are long and brutal, so for the less than a handful of months that my legs can see the sun I'll let them. This outfit totally fits in with the whole 60's / 70's trend that's so in right now and I'm so glad because I'm totally in love! 

Old pictures and clothes can always evoke feelings of nostalgia, even for a time never lived. Looking at this photograph I can feel myself transported to the point in time when it was taken. But what those girls are talking about, or the rationale for what's in the photograph, we'll never know, but it's always fun to wonder and dig within the depths of your imagination! Vintage inspired clothes or even vintage clothes themselves are some of my favourite things. I have such an appreciation for all things of the past and love when they can be resurfaced again because with it there's so much history attached and probably a great story too! 

Effortlessly Cool

This is such a simple look featuring one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe, the famous, Brandy Melville striped t-shirt dress. This dress was everywhere in the spring, summer and fall. It was on their Instagram about a million times and it was featured on countless bloggers and YouTuber's, and it was so popular for a reason. This thing is amazing! I love the material of Brandy's clothes, they're always so soft. And the entire idea of this dress is just simple and can be styled in so many different ways. I've even worn it as a shirt, messy-tucked at the front into a pair of high waisted jeans! 

I love the idea of mixing patterns. So instead of going for a solid denim or leather jacket I decided to opt out for a vintage inspired oversized camo jacket. The print and oversized fit of the jacket can toughen up any look. It's so comfy and you can layer it up with so many things for when the temperatures get colder.

I topped it off with my favourite beanie from H&M that I got ages ago, probably when I was in grade 10... damn, I'm old... and my trusty Dr. Marten's. These are all timeless and classic pieces in my opinion and when paired all together, although basic, can look effortlessly cool.

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Excuse Me, While I Kiss The Sky

I love velvet. It's soft and it reminds me of my grandmother's old couch from the 60's. I was scouring the Black Friday sale that Urban Outfitters has every year and I stumbled upon this gem. Originally $170 I got this Chaser brand top for $15, now that's a deal if I ever did see one! I feel uber 60's, just like the couch, when I wear this top. The fading effect from one side of the shirt to the other is amazing and makes me feel like I'm wearing two different shirts. To top off the 60's vibes I piled on the chunky rings. One on almost every finger.  

I paired this top with my red suede booties from Topshop. I love them so much but they don't get much wear this time of year due to horrid salt that eats away at the soles of your boots and is essentially, suede's arch nemesis. 

The cut-outs in the back and on the shoulder act as a nice little unexpected surprise. Even I didn't initially expect to see it till I pulled the shirt off the rack! 

To go off of the whole 60's velvet vibe, I couldn't help thinking of Jimi Hendrix. The man could dress! He loved playing up different textures and patterns. He is the epitome of the psychedelic 60's. 

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