Across the Border

Pictures source: http://archdezart.com/2012/10/20/carola-remerfor-uk-harpers-bazaar-november-2012-ben-weller/

Harper's Bazar UK November 2012, Model: Carola Remer by Ben Weller

This editorial is so beautiful and inspiring... especially because I  have been pretending I could look this effortlessly chic and gorgeous in the cold, rainy and windy Scottish weather. I absolutely love the long, dramatic coats that basically make up an entire simple outfit. Wool has to be everyones best friend in this half of the world, it has this amazing way of keeping you warm, day in and day out!!!  Another amazing thing about this spread, are the boyish figures that are present within the styling. I find it is very, very hard to pull off this look, there is a certain body type and face structure that just makes it work. 

This will hopefully be enough inspiration to get me through the next few months. I'm running out of jumpers… I may need to make a trip to Primark and Topshop soon (yes be very jealous North American followers/readers, I've got it good!!)

- M xx

Across the Pond: Adventures in Scotland

Here it is.. here are my crazy adventures in Scotland, the land of haggis, golf and a fine ale. Admittedly I am still in shock with how beautiful it is. Having grown up in a city that was majorly developed in the 1960s and 70s, cement and funky tile jobs are the norm. Here 'New Town' was built throughout 1700s to the 1800s. Passing row upon row of beautiful ornate flats in this lovely city settled in on the coast of the North Sea with a majestic dormant volcano rising from the middle - one cannot complain. 

On top of trying to make friends and keeping on top of my school work, I have been exploring the city as much as possible! The rain isn't as aggressive as many promised me it would be, which allowed my first month here to involve exploring a few little areas. My residence is at the bottom of Arthurs Seat which has entertained me for hours of hiking. I went to Portobello beach with a few girls where we walked along the boardwalk and ate fish and chips! 

There are days when I miss sour patch kids (our version that is!), the word 'eh' being passed around freely and cars that drive on the right hand side of the road. But here I have tea cakes, lots of people saying funny things in funny accents and oddly shaped plugs! 

But in all seriousness, I love it. It is beautiful and I am so lucky to have this opportunity. 

Much love to all fellow Canadians and my new Scottish/British/International friends! 

- M xx

Sunsets and Cornfields

 

“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” - Henry Ford

 "Deep summer is when laziness finds respectability." - Sam Keen

A life without love is like a year without summer.  - Swedish Proverb

Enjoy your Canadian summer to the fullest. xox

-M

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Summer Sun

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“You can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do” – Henry Ford

I hope everyone is enjoying June! I will be back for more interesting posts in the upcoming week.

Thank you for everyone who has continued to read and support my blog, it means a lot to me.

-M

Toned Tanned Fit

 

“A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor's book.”  - Irish Proverb

“I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best.” – Marilyn Monroe

“We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” – Oscar Wilde

My prom dress is extremely tiny and tight… In an effort to feel my best for prom I have been working my butt off to stay healthy. I have been on the very popular gluten free diet, mostly because it helps clear my skin. I also have committed to working out and staying in better shape. Oh winter must you always follow me? The beautiful pictures above are a collection of things that are making me crave summer like crazy. A few are from Beyonce’s tumblr, which I am in LOVE with. All the pictures are sourced to the original owner :).

-M

Kids in Love

little girl in glasses, bras&panties, dark hat&cape, tights, leather  jacket, clock, the couple, skeleton girl, in love

My musings on the internet… no purpose nor style. Maybe it has something to do with the valentines day.. or the dreary and cold weather. Nothing particular.

Outfits posts to come – promise!!

-M

White Inspiration

Sources: bed and girl in white dress, Chanel S/S 2012 fashion show, White 60s Van, Girl in Tshirt, mountain range is my own photography

I am not sure if it is the recent snow fallings in Toronto or the fact that I am craving white hot sand but white is completely inspiring me. Winter white is one of my favourite things to wear and own. It compliments you and your surrounds. While summer white contrasts golden skin to create an essences of luxury. Cream, off-white, sheets, paper, dirtywhite, lightwhite, snowflakes, pearls and purity.

-M