Reception Remix

While it would be nice to have an endless supply of new dresses to wear to every single event, sadly, my life and budget doesn't allow for that. I'd rather spend money on a great wardrobe staple like jeans or a handbag that will get worn constantly than buying new dresses all the time that will only be worn a few times (or once!)

This dress was originally worn by me almost two years ago to a wedding, and last weekend I remixed it for a wedding reception we attended. Congrats Jenelle and Brandon!

Let's compare:

2015 version

Details

Dress: yest via Moments Boutique

Cardigan: Vero Moda via Envy

Sandals: Zara

Clutch: Danier

Bracelet: Gift

Earrings and Necklace: Beck & Boosh

I had my hair done by Urban 30 on Barrington St. Check out my Instagram (@jennifermerlin14) for a close up of the back.

2013 version

It's the same dress - but a longer cardigan, completely different shoes, and alternative accessories made things fresh. It also helps to recycle dresses to events that involve separate groups of friends.

I've had a few people ask for help this year in choosing what to wear as a guest to a wedding. Let me know if you want any advice- I'd love to give my two cents!

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Hitting Refresh

No matter how much you enjoy your job, it's so important to take time off to relax. I'm on day five of five days off and it's been a chance to catch up on some reading, sleeping, and cooking (I like to keep the freezer stocked with single servings for lunches). There was also a lot of time spent with family and friends, and I managed to get some blog posts done in advance. After today, it's five weeks of work then a little jaunt to Jamaica!

Details

Cardigan: Forever 21 (San Francisco)

Shirt (dragonfly pattern if you can't see): Zara (San Francisco)

Jeans: Guess (Moments, Truro)

Boots: Call it Spring (Halifax)

Belt and bracelets: Gifts

Circle Scarf: American Apparel (Halifax)

Aren't these bracelets fun??

The one on the left is from my best friend in Ontario and the one on the right is from my other best friend in Newfoundland (the bracelet was bought in Ecuador). 

I hope everyone had a great long weekend!

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

We Scared the Scarecrows

What happens when you're a little late (ok... a few weeks late) for a scarecrow festival?

You see no scarecrows.

 

Details:

Vest: Zara Kids (San Francisco)

Shirt: Gap (Halifax)

Jeans: Guess (Moments, Truro)

Boots: Gap Factory (Halifax)

Hat: Joe Fresh Kids (Halifax)

Bag: Danier: (Halifax)

Sunnies: D&G (Sunglass Hut, Dartmouth)

Necklace: American Eagle Outfitters (Halifax)

Bracelets: Forever 21, The Black Market, Macy's

The lack of scarecrows didn't stop me and my friends from having a great time in Mahone Bay, a sweet little town on the south shore of Nova Scotia. We had lunch, wandered through some lovely shops, and then had delicious hot drinks at The Tea Brewery (yummy chai latte).

In the spirit of Halloween, I attempted a candy corn sponge manicure. When I finished, I discovered I reversed the proper order of orange and yellow. Oops.

Hope everyone has a safe and spooky Halloween!

XOXO
Glitterary Girl