February 2012
12 posts
6 tags
Q&A with Laura Wears.
Laura was sweet enough to answer some questions for us. Read below to find out more about our fabulous Kanata fashion blogger of the week!
1.) What made you start a blog?
I began reading other fashion blogs about two years ago. Every once and a while I would get weirdly excited about the prospect of starting my own blog, and after months of dismissing that thought, I finally took the plunge...
8 tags
Structure.
One thing we think everyone woman should have in her closet is a blazer. It helps add some structure to your outfit and defines your shape.
Laura from what Laura Wears knows how to rock the blazer! Here are some tips we picked up from her blazer outfits:
-try wearing a blazer with a wide leg pant. The blazer is a closer fit and balances out the structure of the wide leg pant.
-pair...
5 tags
Polka Dots are here to stay.
One thing we have noticed in the stores lately are that polka dots aren’t leaving anytime soon. We noticed that Laura from what Laura Wears seems to be a large fan of the print.
Here are some ideas for wearing polka dots inspired by Laura:
-pair the print with a classic blazer, try a blazer in grey or black (if you are feeling adventurous try a bright colour like red)
-try wearing...
Kanata Fashion Blogger of the Week: Laura Wears
Our Kanata fashion blogger of the week Laura comes from Ottawa!
We adore how Laura always looks put together and chic!
Go over to her blog Laura Wears to learn more about this beautiful lady!
*Image courtesy of Laura Wears*
Q&A with Amy Flying A Kite.
Amy from Amy Flying A Kite took time to answer some questions we had for her. Thank you so much Amy! You are a darling!
1.) What made you start a blog?
I used to live in a small prairie town, a place where creativity and self expression were uncommon. I left public school and began homeschooling while living there, and it was homeschooling that allowed me to cultivate myself as an...
Top it off.
Amy from Amy Flying A Kite is the Queen of accessories. We love how she has fun with her accessories. She wears her accessories in different ways (see scarf above) and tries playful accessories like the floral crown (reminds us of DVF from a few years ago). Take some cues from Amy and try wearing your accessories in unique ways or trying stepping outside of the box! Make sure you go read her...
Often overlooked.
One thing we admire about Amy from Amy Flying a Kite is that she dresses head to toe. She does not miss a detail in her outfits. One thing we noticed about her is how she wears the most darling socks. Amy doesn’t hide her socks under her boots but shows them off! She even double layers cute socks (see second picture above)! And let’s not forget how cute and playful Amy is!
If...
Amy Flying a Kite.
We are happy to introduce Amy from Amy Flying A Kite as our Kanata fashion blogger of the week!
Amy resides in Calgary, Alberta. We love how she has fun with fashion and isn’t afraid to experiment! She has a distinct personal style and we admire her for that! Also did we mention she writes beautiful poetry on her site?
Go on over to her whimsical blog, Amy Flying A Kite!
*Image...
Q&A with A Fashion Love Affair.
Cara was so kind to answer some questions for us about herself and blog, A Fashion Love Affair!
1. What made you start a blog?
I was inspired to begin my own blog by other bloggers including Blair from Atlantic-Pacific, Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere, and Julia from Sincerely Jules. I wanted to place where I could share my sense of style with a fashion community, and have a creative...
Classic with A Fashion Love Affair.
Stripes are one pattern that never seems to go out of style. It would be a smart investment to purchase a classic striped shirt. Cara from A Fashion Love Affair shows us how you can wear stripes in different ways.
-Try pairing your shirt with neutrals. Cara went with a tan/brown palette. We especially enjoyed how she threw in another pattern with the leopard booties!
-Go for the classic...
POC with A Fashion Love Affair.
Adding a pop of colour to your outfit or “POC” as fellow Canadian stylist Brad Goreski likes to call it, seems to be all the range these days.
Cara from “A Fashion Love Affair” is right on par with this trend. Pink seems to be her poison of choice.
Some tips for adding a pop of colour to your look:
-Make-Up: try a bright coloured lipstick or nailpolish
...
Cara from "A Fashion Love Affair"
In case you didn’t see on our Twitter or Facebook page, our Kanata fashion blogger of the week is Cara from “A Fashion Love Affair”.
This beautiful lady is from Vancouver. She always looks well put together and we are envious of how her hair always looks perfect!
Head over to “A Fashion Love Affair” to get better acquainted with our Kanata fashion blogger of the...
January 2012
16 posts
Q&A with Kate from O-My-Heart.
1.) What made you start a blog?
I had been reading style & fashion blogs for a couple years before I started my own and just thought it looked like so much fun! I always kept folders of style inspiration on my desktop and sent links of thing I was lusting over to friends, and I thought a blog would be a perfect place to put it all together! I was very shy about creating my own though,...
Pattern Mixing with O-My-Heart.
One thing we have noticed across the fashion blogging universe is pattern mixing. It can be intimidating to mix different patterns at first. Kate from O-My-Heart has also tried pattern mixing out. Take some cues from this fine lady!
-try mixing different striped patterns like plaid & thin stripes
-Leopard print can be a neutral! If you are scared try going small first with a belt or...
O-My-Heart Nordic Prints.
One thing we noticed on Kate’s blog is her love for Nordic prints. We really enjoyed how she styled this classic print. Try this print out with black tights, a bright blouse or some cute accessories!
Make sure you stop by Kate’s blog O-My-Heart for more charming looks!
*Images courtesy of O-My-Heart*
Introducing Kate from O-My-Heart!
We are excited to announce our Kanata fashion blogger of the week, Kate from O-My-Heart!
Kate is from the east coast and has a love for indie music. She always looks polished and well put together!
Make sure you head over to her blog to learn more!
*Images courtesy of O-My-Heart!*
Q&A with Monochromachic
1.) What made you start your blog?
Three years ago, I stumbled upon Chictopia.com and it was one of the few websites where “regular people” could post their daily outfits for others to see. I was very intrigued with the concept and joined the site immediately. Less than a year after, I created my own blog so I could join the blogging community as “Kristy from...
Wear now, wear it later.
One thing we have noticed about Kristy from Monochromachic is her ability to wear items across the different seasons. Most of us pack away our summer skirts and dresses in the winter. Kristy doesn’t do that. Take some tips from Kristy and wear your summer pieces right through the winter.
-Add a turtleneck, whether it is under a dress or paired with a skirt
-Tights! Need we say...
Monochromachic Fur Vest remix.
Across the country we are finally experiencing winter. This has some of us hiding inside under the blankets. It can be hard to dress stylish but still stay warm.Take some tips from Kristy at Monochromachic and wear a fur vest.
You can get a lot of use out of a fur vest. We choose three different ways Kristy has worn her fur vest.
1.) Pair your vest with a striped top. A striped top is a...
Q&A with Flattery.
Breanne took some time to answer some questions we had for her. Read more to find out what her favourite accessory is and more!
1.) What is your favourite part about blogging?
It inspires me to dress up every day, and to be creative with clothing combinations.
2.) How much time do you spend blogging a week?
Hmm, maybe 4-5 hours? Depending on how many post I do.
3.) What is your go to...
Meow.
Take a cue from Breanne and learn to incorporate some leopard print into your wardrobe. Too scared for a full on skirt? Start with something small like a scarf or a shoe!
Oh and did we mention how we love how Breanne can be a little bit silly in her pictures (see picture two)? Fashion doesn’t always have to be so serious!
See more adorable pictures of Breanne over at her blog...
Surviving Winter.
One thing we have noticed about Breanne is she knows how to stay warm and looks stylish doing so. Here are some tips we’ve picked up from Breanne:
1.) Wear a cute and cozy scarf. Pick an interesting pattern or fun colour!
2.) Invest in a beautiful coat.
3.) Layers. Sweaters, tights, you name it!
Make sure you head over to Flattery to see some other ways Breanne dresses for the...
Kanata fashion Blogger of the Week: Le Flattery.
We are excited to introduce our Kanata fashion blogger of the week, Breanne from Le Flattery! Breanne is a student from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Like a lot of fellow Canadian fashion bloggers Breanne braves the outdoors for her pictures. We admire her sweet style and doll like appearance. Make sure you head over to her blog, Le Flattery !
Q&A
We caught up with our Kanata fashion blogger of the week to ask her some questions about fashion blogging. Thanks Vickie for your wonderful answers! We love hearing what other Canadian fashion bloggers have to say!
1.) What is your favourite part about blogging?
I honestly love every aspect of blogging, but my favourite part would definetely be connecting with other like-minded people and...
AIF: short style.
One thing we have noticed about Vickie from Adventures in Fashion, is the girl knows how to layer! This can come in handy when you live in Canada, and the weather can be a little bit brisker. Vickie has made the most of her wardrobe by pairing tights with her shorts. This way you can wear the shorts in the summer and the winter.
For more layered looks from Vickie, head over to her blog!
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Adventures in Fashion: Wardrobe Wednesday.
One thing we look forward to on Adventures in Fashion blog is Wardrobe Wednesdays. Every week Vickie picks a favourite item from her wardrobe, and does a spotlight on that piece. We picked a few of our favourites to showcase on here. We are slightly jealous of her Kate Spade sparkly clutch!
For more on Wardrobe Wednesdays check out here blog here.
*Images courtesy of Adventures in...
Remix master.
One thing we admire most about Vickie from Adventures in Fashion is her ability to remix the items in her closet.
We choose to post how she has worn her faux leather skirt three different ways. It is hard to pick a favourite look out of the three. What is your favourite?
*Images courtesy of Adventures in Fashion*
Kanata Fashion Blogger of the Week: Adventures in...
We are excited to announce our second Kanata fashion blogger of the week, Ms.Vickie from Adventures in Fashion! Vickie is originally from Victoria, B.C but currently resides in Edmonton, AB.
Vickie is one of the sweetest girls we know, and also one of the most stylish! Check out her blog Adventures in Fashion for some inspiration!
*Image courtesy of Adventures in Fashion*
December 2011
6 posts
Q & A.
Our darling Kanata fashion blogger of the week Alicia was kind enough to answer some questions for us. We love how excited and enthusiastic she was! Thanks Alicia!
1.) What is your favourite part about fashion blogging?
Oh my goodness, I love EVERYTHING about fashion blogging! The amazing community of friends I’ve built all over Canada (and the world) is astonishing. And the inspiration...
Winter is among us.
One thing us Canadians know how to do is dress for winter. Alicia is no exception to this. She knows one key to dressing for cold weather is wearing scarves. Scarves can be functional and stylish at the same time.
Check out her video on how to style scarves here!
*Images courtesy of Alicia Fashionista*
Mad Hatter.
Often people tend to think of hats in a more practical manner. Alicia uses hats in a much more stylish way. She is always wearing some sort of unique hat and making it part of her outfit. We admire the way she always pulls these hats off!
*Images courtesy of Alicia Fashionista*
The Queen of Pants
Alicia can rock pants like no one else. We are constantly inspired by the different ways she styles pants. We might be adding some pants to our shopping lists.
Head over to Alicia Fashionista to see more!
*Images courtesy of Alicia Fashionista*
Kanata Fashion Blogger of the Week: Alicia...
Each week until our full website launches, we will be featuring a Kanata Fashion Blogger of the Week.
To start us off, we have Alicia Quan. She is from Vancouver and is a fashion stylist. We have been following her blog for awhile now. Alicia is the sweetest girl, and has the sweetest style!
It seemed fitting to pick a festive look for our first post on Miss. Alicia Fashionista! The teal...
Kanata.
Dear Canadian Fashion Bloggers,
I have been very fortunate to be part of a strong and supportive fashion blogger community in Edmonton. I wanted to create a similar online community for other Canadian fashion bloggers. It will be a great opportunity for you to find other Canadian Fashion bloggers in your area. I want Kanata to be a place for Canadian fashion bloggers to have an opportunity to...
