Cozy Christmas Clothing

 Can I just wear my slippers in all my posts? It would be so easy and comfy....

Yup, I'm aware we need a new tree skirt. 

Details

Sweater: Joe Fresh

Jeans: Calvin Klein via Costco

Scarf: Le Chateau

Slippers: Acorn

Earrings: Stella & Dot

Bracelet: Gift

For the last Friday's Fancies of 2013, we were asked to feature an outfit that would be appropriate for relaxing. This is something I might wear by the tree on Christmas morning. The sweater is cozy and the jeans are stretchy (to make room for all the turkey and snacks)!

Click below to see what the other bloggers have decided to relax in.

 

The jury is out on whether I will post next week or not. If this is my last post before the holidays, I wish you all the most fabulous holiday. 

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

Party Sparkle

December is the time to break out a little (or a lot) of sparkle!  R and I went to a delightful Christmas party last weekend. Dinner was at Little Europe Bistro in the Hydrostone Market and the astounding desserts at the after-party were homemade.

Details

Skirt: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

Cardigan: Le Chateau

Tank: Old Navy

Tights: American Apparel

Boots: H&M

Bracelet: Stella & Dot

There were enough desserts to feed a football team and they were for royalty. These photos are only a small sample of what we had to choose from.

Sour Cherry Chocolate Cake and Brownies

Pumpkin Cheesecake

I'm linked up with Friday's Fancies this week. I bet the other bloggers are showing some amazing sparkle!

I hope all of you are surrounded in sparkle this weekend!

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

How to Dress for Serious Shopping: Black Friday

There are average shopping days when you might be able to pull off wearing cute heeled boots, and then there are days like Black Friday where you must dress for comfort at all costs. This week's Friday's Fancies challenge was to come up with an outfit to withstand the chaos that this shopping day inevitably brings.

Black Friday started as an American idea - massive sales the day after Thanksgiving to get everyone going with their Christmas shopping. The custom has trickled into Canada over the past few years, in hopes that big sales north of the border would keep Canadians from traveling out of country to shop.

Details

Sweatshirt: Old Navy

Pants: Uniqlo

Scarf: American Apparel

Bag: Coach

Boots: Call it Spring

Earrings: Gift

I hate wearing a jacket while shopping (too bulky) so I chose a sweatshirt and cozy circle scarf which should keep a girl warm enough to leave the coat in the car (provided it is an indoor mall shopping experience). The crossbody bag means hand-free access to grab-worthy finds. Flat boots keep the feet happier than heels. Jewelry was kept to a minimum in case the sales were good enough to require quick changing - in addition to gifts, Black Friday is also a great time to snag the items on your list that can't wait for Santa, like holiday dresses and sparkly tops.

Stop by to see what the other bloggers chose for their shopping attire!

Good luck next week for those of you who will be heading out to brave the Black Friday crowds. Here in Halifax, the Big Black Bow event will be happening at Halifax Shopping Center! I know where I'll be at lunchtime...

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Plaid is Back

I knew I shouldn't have gotten rid of that kilt... hmmm.... maybe it's still in an old Halloween costume bag... Mom?

Plaid is everywhere again. At first (like in September) I thought plaid was going to mostly make an appearance in accessories - but no - it's all over the place in pants, coats, shirts, you name it! I've always had a thing for plaid and I'm not sure if there's a time when there hasn't been at least one plaid shirt taking up residence in my closet (I'm Canadian, you know).

This shirt was a Winners find in Vancouver. When I moved there in April 2011, I mistakenly thought the presence of cherry blossoms meant heat (not so much) and I didn't pack much in the way of warm clothes. Thanks goodness I lived around the corner from one of the best shopping districts in Canada.

Details

Vest: Zara Kids

Shirt: Vans via Winners

Skirt: Club Monaco

Boots: Steve Madden

Leggings: Gift

Necklace: Bondi Markets, Australia

These are my first photos with my DSLR, and as you can see, I have much to learn. Like, how to get the camera to focus on me instead of what's behind me (hi, neighbours). If you're reading this and have some advice, please help, or I may have to make a scarecrow version of myself as a stand-in.

This fella lives with us. Isn't he handsome?

Stop by and see what the other bloggers have come up with for Friday's Fancies. Pretty in Plaid is the theme!

I'm hosting a Stella & Dot trunk party tonight! I'll be sure to blog about it soon.

Have a wonderful weekend! 

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

Not Your Grandma's Sweater

Mixed media items are my absolute favorite trend this fall. Playing with different textures can take a boring outfit to fabulous!

I can see this outfit being great for an early December get-together. You know that awkward time when it's not quite the season for serious sparkle but you want to look casually polished?

Not Your Grandma's Sweater by jennifer-merlin featuring snakeskin boots

3.1 Phillip Lim black leather sweater, $265 / 7 For All Mankind skinny leg jeans / Marc Jacobs snakeskin boots / J.Crew purple purse / AllSaints earrings / H&M loop scarf, $16 / Butter London lip treatment / Essie nail polish, $18


When you're wearing clothing sans color, it's fun to add some brightness in the form of accessories or products. This clutch is so cute - I love the studs!


Click on the link below to see how other bloggers decided to run with this week's theme on Friday's Fancies: The Sweater.

It made me smile when I titled this post, because I actually do wear my Grandma's sweater all the time. It doesn't have leather sleeves, but it'll always be cool in my books <3

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Halifax Night Out

I trust these heels. They once got me from The Lower Deck to Public Gardens (that's a long walk for those who don't know Halifax) without breaking my ankles or getting blisters. They are the shoes I gravitate towards for a night out!

My phone's camera doesn't like low light situations...

Details

Top and Pants: H&M

Jacket: Danier

Earrings and bracelets: Gifts

Shoes: Nine West (four years old and still going strong!)

Friday's Fancies this week is all about city style. If I were truly representing the roots of Halifax, I would have chosen a tartan print, but I donated my kilt a few years back. 

See how the other bloggers represented their city style!

Have a great weekend!

XOXO
Glitterary Girl