If I could have even a fraction of her style, toys, or hotness,…Shay Mitchell seems to hit without missing every time she leaves the house. Inspiration.
Anytime I need a go-to for a night out or round-town outfit, I go straight for this woman.
All photos from Pinterest with the search criteria: ‘ Shay Mitchell Style’
My brother is getting married. And I couldn’t be more thrilled. Seriously. The woman he is marrying is a dream come true (for him, I have no doubt, but also for me). She is down to earth, charming, sweet, funny, adventurous, independent, courageous and kind. Plus she’s a babe and he is so lucky to have found his match.
This weekend, as per tradition, my aunties are hosting a shower for her – a chance for the family to get to know her and for many of us to meet her sisters, mother and maids of honour.
A winter shower (in Canada) presents some challenges, especially in a home-hosted shower where we take our shoes off (politely, as Canadians are rumoured to be).
I got some inspiration by scouring the Paris fashion week street style:
Now, these might seem unlikely, but bear with me. A fancy skirt, paired with an interesting, embellished top and lots of texture, an opaque black stocking and cute clutch. I think I’ve got it.
Stay tuned for upcoming tips on whimsical wedding style, party favours, best dresses, hair and makeup and personalized touches. I’ve also got my eye on some dreamy wedding photography style. What’s your go to look for daytime parties?
I’m feeling this athletic trend, but (I’m almost embarrassed to admit) find myself out of my comfort zone, ironically, when in ‘comfy’ clothes – like the au courant side-stripe track pant. I don’t know how the phys-ed teachers of the world do it; and I don’t know how non-phys-ed folks manage to straddle the line between cool and ‘couch-potato’ when integrating gym wear into their everyday game. (Photo credits and links: https://www.pinterest.com/alisonjc/style-sa-vie/)
At least 5 people have commented on how comfy I look today… which makes me feel suspiciously similar to the way I side eye the folks who tell me I seem ‘tired’ or ask if I’m well today when I am under the weather. However, I think this is more in my head than in reality. I am experimenting. Today, it’s hair done, no-makeup makeup (so no one mistakes me for taking my ‘sick day’ look to work), a printed sweater and black trackers with a wide, white stripe up the side. Perhaps I’ll be bold and take that racing stripe out for a night on the town.
Either way, it’s game on, because whether I’m headed to and from the pole studio, to dance rehearsal, or to mark some exams… it’s all about the right confidence and attitude. At least that’s what I’m telling myself.
For all photo credits, check out the links to amazing style online at: https://www.pinterest.com/alisonjc/style-sa-vie/
Stop wearing the same outfits, whether tried and true, or just in a slump – look through some magazines and pick outfits hat speak to you; now figure out how to replicate the look, channel the vibe or focus on a key piece that gets you the same impact. You’ll be happy you stepped out of your comfort zone.
Save your money while unleashing your creativity.
I photograph pages or screen grab great outfits for future inspiration, often because they remind me of pieces that are already in my closet.
Happy snapping!
Spending three days at a working and learning conference, focused on Social Justice, is a great way to feel like you can counteract some of the terrible things we are seeing so much of in the news; planning for an upcoming year of inclusive, actively engaged, equity-fuelled learning and teaching is the perfect re-set for summer.
Checking my privilege, analyzing the roots of power and working on my cultural proficiency: I can’t think of a better way to strengthen my impact on my students.
Is it superficial, then, to throw in some details about my OOTD? No. My clothing is my armour, in a world where a thousand prejudgments are made daily, I choose what image to present to the world. It makes me legible and tells my story. After all, beauty is only skin deep and the real work starts when we really engage and go below the surface.
So I put my bravest, professional foot forward and open myself up to sharing, being vulnerable and listening. 
StyleSaVie 