Wardrobe Diaries: Tweed and Chains

I have been on the hunt for a pair of tweed shorts for the longest time. To me, they represent the perfect merging of classic and modern. Imagine my excitement when I popped into Mango this past weekend and came upon THE perfect pair and in my size too! These shorts are exactly what I have been searching for; short but not too short, high but not too high and in a classic black and white. So in honour of their inaugural appearance on {camo meets couture} I thought, what better way to style them than with a black turtleneck and layered chains à la classic Chanel.

Now that we've officially entered holiday season, I'm looking forward to putting together some holiday themed posts for you. Christmas has that magical ability to bring out the kid in all of us, which makes December the BEST month of the year. Don't you agree?

{wearing: kookai turtleneck similar here . mango tweed shorts . burberry chunky chain . mulberry travel bag . nine west pumps }

Wardrobe Diaries: A Pop of Neon

I am not much of a neon person and have sucessfully steered clear from the trend all year... that was until I came across this colourblock knit from J.Crew. The bright yellow paired with the muted grey was just too pretty to pass up. Being a knit fabric, it really softened up the neon and eliminated any hints of safety wear that I usually associate with it.

These studded shorts, thanks to Sugarlips were the perfect bottoms to pair with the knit. I actually think these shorts and top were made for each other, don't you? I love how the pop of yellow brings out the subtle brass studs. To finish off the look, I threw on a denim jacket and an oversized tote in a similar tone to vertically tie the outfit together. 

{ j.crew knit top no longer available similar here and here . j.crew factory jacket similar here also loving the vest version . shorts thanks to sugarlips . cole hann tote . david yurman chevron cat-eye sunglasses . michael shannon pumps . bracelets by j.crew, jgood, ariel gordon, amrita singh, tiffany & co } 

Wardrobe Diaries: Get Shorty

Taking a break from all the vivid colours this summer with a no-nonsense monochromatic outfit. Around about mid way through every season I start to get fashion fatigue (as previously mentioned). Right now I'm longing for the cooler months so I can break out the faux fur and leather. Till then I'll just stick to dressing in transeasonal pieces which usually consists of button downs and blouses.... or not. I may just feel summer inspired again by the time I post my next outfit.Hope everyone is having a great weekend! I don't usually blog on the weekends, but this one has been so uneventful that blogging has been my highlight. Sad, but true. xx{ shorts last seen in this outfit }
 

{ shirt from australia also loving this one and this one or splurge on this . shorts from australia also loving this and this or splurge on this . r+j clutch . target sandals similar here also loving this . omega watch . nail colour forever yummy by essie }

Wardrobe Diaries: Pastel Play Day

Peplums are all the rage these days and for good reason too. They are so feminine and universally flattering, I can't see why anyone would not like them. I would not exist as a blogger had I not bought my Alice + Olivia peplum dress back in January, but more on that in a later post.

My husband and I took the girls to an indoor play center this weekend. I wanted to wear something comfortable while chasing the kids around yet sophisticated enough for dinner afterwards. The silk scarf and metallic accents paired with the peplum top gave the outfit a polished look. And my coral toe flats were the perfect finishing touch.

The kids had such a great time that we ended up staying all night and dined at Taco Bell haha. Summer always seems to make one forget one's plans and just live in the moment.

{ asos top also loving this one . tj maxx shorts similar here . tj maxx flats similar here also loving this and this . scarf bought on vacation . oroton crossbody bag no longer available . bracelets by j.crew, dillards, nordstrom }

Wardrobe Diaries: A date at the range

As an early Mother's Day present this year my husband went the unconventional route and bought me a pistol. I guess that's what happens when you marry a soldier. We went to the range on the weekend, him with his gun and me with my new 9mm Springfield XDM Compact. This outfit was perfect for the occasion, comfortable, casual and most importantly black coloured. All those Hollywood action films make shooting look way too easy.

Sneak peek at me and my muzzle flash

{ max & co parka . kookai tee . tj maxx shorts . leather backpak found at flea market . jewelry by house of harlow, amrita singh, gorjanna, jennifer zuener, ariel gordon . tom ford sunglasses }

Wardrobe Diaries: Colour Me Coral

Shirt, shorts, fedora, flats and a luxe baby bag make the perfect ensemble for the Battalion picnic at husband's work. I love the look of a wide brim fedora, it's a little more feminine and actually keeps the sun out (mind-blowing). This outfit conjures up images of driving through Europe in a little convertible (cue in road trip scene from Only You) all I'm missing is the silk scarf fluttering in the wind.

{ gap shirt . jlo for khols skort . khols fedora . louis vuitton bag . shoes from tj maxx
christian dior oversized watch }

Wardrobe Diaries: Winter In Springtime

It has been unseasonably cool the last week. I even had to break out my faux fur and quilted jacket. But I must admit, the layered neutral shades of black, grey and white do make a lovely colour scheme. These are my favourite pair of shorts, I wear them with everything so be prepared to see more of them in future posts.

{ burberry quilted jacket . bb dakota faux fur gilet . mng shirt . lollita shorts . oroton bag . witchery belt . socks old . nine west loafers }