Smart Dressing

R: "You look smart."
Me: "I'm not sure how to take that? Do I usually look unintelligent?"

Details

Sweater: H&M

Shirt: Gap

Jeans: Madewell

Scarf and Bracelet: Joe Fresh

Boots: Aldo

Can you believe I made it til mid-January without wearing my new winter boots? I was hoarding them and wearing my Hunters instead. I'm so glad I got these at the end of last season though. They are really comfy and warm, but not so clunky that I'm uncomfortable wearing them around the office for the day.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Cheers to the Freaking Weekend

Labour Day doesn't feel the same as an adult. I remember when all Labour Day meant to me was that school was starting, and it wasn't something I looked forward to. I didn't totally hate school, but I was much happier spending my days playing in the sun or watching Degrassi and Oprah on rainy days. 

With longdistanceloving hosting a link-up for a Labour Day look, I wanted to create an outfit that would work for a warm day. September in Nova Scotia usually has comfortable sunny days and cooler nights. 

I love this top, but it's one of my more challenging shirts to style. It's a cropped style and I have a crazy long torso, so I have to choose higher-waisted bottoms.

Details

Shirt: American Apparel

Shorts: Joe Fresh

Sandals: Madden Girl

Sunnies: Coach

Necklace: Stella & Dot

Belt: Old Navy

R and I are going to New Brunswick for a mini-getaway. I hope it's warm enough for the beach! 

What are your Labour Day weekend plans?

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

Cropped but Still Covered

Trends come and trends go. Some I've embraced (wedge sneakers... please still be wearable in the fall...) and some I've passed over (torso cut outs). I admit I was skeptical about the return of the crop top - hello overexposure!

News Flash - you can wear a crop top without anyone catching a glimpse of your midriff.

The key is to pair it with a high-waisted bottom.

Details

Crop top: Aeropostale

Tank: Garage

Skirt: American Apparel

Sandals: Nine West

Jewelery: Gifts

All photos by Amanda Brownhill Photography

You can add extra insurance by tucking in an undershirt like I did with this tank.

I've linked this post with Tara at Mix and Match Fashion. Click on the button below to see more summer styles.

Have you tweaked a trend to make it work inside your comfort zone?

XOXO
Glitterary Girl