Gold Star: Awards Gala

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Gold Star: Awards Gala
Tomorrow night marks the one year anniversary of my first award as a Teacher. Last fall I received the Harmony Educator Award, a provincial award that recognizes contributions to improving our schools and advocating for inclusion, equity and celebrations of diversity. I was the individual recipient, while Jer Dias of Jer’s Vision was awarded the prize for corporate activism or an organization that improves the lives of young people, with a particular focus on equity. It was one of my proudest moments. 

This year, the Harmony Movement will honour a new batch of individuals and professionals. 

So when the invite says Gala … A public employee knows that means – look like you made an effort – but definitely know that the most important part of the night is about honouring the ideas and celebrating the words that are a source of change and inspiration. Especially when those ideas and words find their way into action. 
Things are Getting Better. 

Black and Blue – Perfect for Stargazing

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Black and Blue

Tomorrow I head to the Shaw Festival (a Canadian Theatre company that specializes in the works of George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries). I will be seeing Peter and the Star Catcher, and Sweet Charity, as well as meandering the small-town streets of Niagara-on-the-lake. Comfort is key, but so is looking dreamy as I let myself be transported. I love a day out at the theatre. Stay tuned for highlights of the day!

Classic Camel

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Classic Camel

Outfit of the day: A pretty standard camel coloured sweater, in a boxy shape. Nude stack heeled, pumps with gold buckle detail on the toe, rounded square. Distressed boyfriend jeans. Great necklace. Top it with a brown blazer for a ‘just going partridge hunting’ meets ‘J.Crew’ look.

Suspend Your Disbelief

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Suspend Your Disbelief

I got myself a new skirt for fall: below the knee, black, high waisted,…with suspenders. I am excited. It’s rare that I find a piece that I love, that I’m not sure I can pull off. Today’s pairing: bordeaux sleeveless turtleneck, boots and statement necklace. Wish me luck.

Oh Oh Those Summer Nights

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Oh Oh Those Summer Nights

As the evenings cool off, keep rocking those summer prints and throw on a cozy poncho to ward off the chill. Add woven and textural accessories and rough details like raw quartz crystal for a tougher, more rustic edge. As always, shoes you can walk in are a must.

Dorothy Perkins floral print maxi dress
91 CAD – houseoffraser.co.uk

River Island cape poncho
92 CAD – riverisland.com

Miss Albright print shoes
235 CAD – anthropologie.com

Burberry brown leather shoulder bag
3,690 CAD – net-a-porter.com

Givenchy rock crystal necklace
1,010 CAD – bergdorfgoodman.com

Charlotte Russe belt
9.90 CAD – charlotterusse.com