They build buildings so tall these days

Sometimes it's so easy to get caught up in the hustle & bustle of everyday life. The past few days of non-stop work, & (shameful) neglect of proper sleep/nutrition have left me exhausted & a little out of it. Thankfully my work is wonderfully understanding & I was able to go home sick from work today. 


What ensued was some much-needed wholesome food (delicious delicacies from Gorilla Food raw vegan cafe), some fresh air on a beautiful day, & some well-appointed laughter from seeing the latest Muppets movie. We also quickly popped into the quaintest used bookstore I've ever seen, MacLeod's (on the corner of Richards & West Pender). The very definition of organized chaos, this place is my idea of heaven - books floor to ceiling; shelves upon shelves; random stacks higher than me, just threatening to topple at any given moment…. delightful! 

Now I'm home & happily preparing for bed before 9pm. Thank goodness for the littlest things that make you feel so much better. 

I was wearing:

Military-style jacket - Zara

Peach cropped sweater - Vintage

Navy velvet skirt - American Apparel (new)

Lace-up oxfords - F21

Earmuffs - Burberry

Bag - H&M

It feels so good to finally get a new post in, however fashion-less it may seem. I've got some lovely new things to show you over the next few days & am also looking forward to getting in several outfit photoshoots - stay tuned :)

<3 Shawna

The Cat's Pajamas

Hello lovely followers! :)

It's a gorgeous sunny day here in Vancouver & I am happy to report that yesterdays wardrobe melancholy has all but disappeared. Thanks in part to an early morning shopping spree and some delightful new additions to my closet:

I came across these beauties last night. We were heading to the cinema to see 'Anonymous' (which by the way was absolutely fantastic & I highly recommend!) & with a little time to spare beforehand I decided to take a peek around the Little Burgundy on Robson. I've had my mind set on a pair of Jeffrey Campbell Lita's lately anyhow, but had never really considered these kitten-print fabric pair. After seeing them in person however, I instantly fell in love. I wisely decided to think on them overnight so as to avoid the all too unpleasant buyers-remorse. From that moment to this one, I've been intermittently chanting ''Kittens on my feet'' with pure joy. Evidence of a good purchase? I think so :)

And then there is this! This cute (not to mention bright) little number was a great H&M find from my morning shopping wanderings. It's a lovely shade of orange, perfect for Autumn. What I really love about it though is the silhouette when worn; very fitted at the waist, then a cute little peplum bottom. 

Apart from my lovely new purchases, my good mood is also due in part to the fact that I'm going to check out Vancouver Fashion Week this evening. Quite excited about that little outing, though somewhat behind on the getting ready part. On which note, I should probably go and figure out what in the world I am going to wear for it! I will hopefully have a new outfit post for tomorrow! 

Hope you're all having a wonderful day,

Lots of love :)

<3 Shawna