New Boots

Swing Sweater: Joe (3 years ago). Grey Drop Hem Sweater: F21. Scarf: Vintage Judith (are you guys so sick of seeing this thing?!) Black Tube dress: AA. Knee High Socks: The Bay. Boots: Hand Picked Nokomis Vintage. Skull & Peace Sign Necklace: Millicent Designs Bag: Zara

Last time I was in Edmonton I made my trip to Nokomis to say Hi to the girls and feel at home for a little bit (I worked there for 3 years, and it still owns a huge part of my heart) and I spotted these boots when I walked in the door. The colour is so very perfect and I thought for sure they were Frye's. They arent. But, they are no name beauties with a tag stating they are made in Uruguay. Now, I never knew Uruguay was a big producer of beautiful leather boots... not that I care, they are so sweet! They are also a full size too big for me, but Jill had an easy time convincing me an insole would fix that issue in a jiffy. I can already see these being my new staple winter boot! What a glorious find Jessica, thanks!

(also, the story behind this awesome necklace can be found here - if you're really interested)

black on black and never going back

tank: eve gravel, nokomis. maxi skirt: piece from audrey. denim jacket: vintage judith (thnx mum!) bracelet: west edmonton mall kiosk. rings: various vintage and new. earrings: millicent designs. sandals: joe fresh from 3 years ago.

Here I am doing my best Olsen twin minimalistic black maxi length dress impression. R and I went out for a casual dinner last weekend with some friends that have just moved into the city - I thought I would bust out the maxi skirt I found at the grandparents house a while ago. I should mention this skirt is a size 14 and still had it's tags on it from when my gran bought it sometime in the 90's from Jacob. Ha! It required a lot of magical synching to make fit around my waist line.... but I dont think anyone noticed. The other good thing about fall is I can start comfortably wearing my monochromatic black wardrobe and not boil to death. Fantastic.

also.... see what I mean? Albeit, they do it much more glamourously than I do, but then again I am not a multi millionaire.... not yet at least! muhahaha!

image from Olsens Anonymous

2 times!

Black Wool Blazer: Ralph Lauren, Value Village (10 yrs ago!) Grey Deep V: A.A Scarf: Vintage Judith (thnx mum!) Black "Jeggings": F21 in Phnx. Combat Boots: YMC, Gravity Pope. Native Beaded Earrings: Dream, Vancouver. Necklace: Millicent

Im starting to get a good surplus of photos these days... much to R's dismay (he hates taking photos) so you all can be blessed with 2 entries today, also I am going away this weekend - so the likely of a Friday post is slim. Anyway, this is everyday Miranda at work. Nothing too exciting - I would of loved to wear a skirt or dress with some tights but I ride my bike to work and I was about 3 minutes from being late this day so it was a toss on (not to mention, biking in a skirt is very difficult)

Finally!

They came! They came!

My Jeffrey Campbell Studded Tick wedges finally came in the mail yesterday! Im so excited to bust these out. I love the idea of a wedge to give me a little height without giving me extreme pain... and who doesnt love some metal to rock out in?

Thank you Ebay for saving me over 100 bones!

yessss!

Make Love, Not War.

Bell bottoms: Citizens of Humanity, Trends Consignment. Tank: F21. Jacket: Army Surplus, West Edmonton Mall. Belt: Nokomis. Scarf: Piece From Audrey. Shoes: Vialis, Gravity Pope. Copper Necklace: Millicent. Rings: Various Vintage and New. Metal Cuff: Holistic Store, Kensington.

Went to a bbq at a friends house this weekend. I think I started channeling some army protesting hippie while I was getting ready. I found these amazing high waisted bells a while ago, but the weather had been too hot to wear them. As everyone in Alberta can atest, this is no longer the case. It's cold! Really cold! Seeing my breath cold! Im not happy about it, but at least that means I can start making room in my closet for all my fall layers.

Also, had some weird impulse to dye my hair. Went to the Safeway and picked up some Semi Perm in Hazelnut and tada my Gemini heart is ful filled! I have 28 washes until my next impulse hits. Sweet.

Coco, Off The Market!

This is apparently what it looks like to be a super model turned bride.... just a lil' wedding.... in a castle.... in France... to a famous British Interior Designer. No biggie. Yeah, a Zac Posen Mermaid Wedding Dress... whatever...

Also, could this "movie" make a wedding anymore epic? The music?! I guess when you're used a camera in your face daily it's NBD to have one on you your whole wedding. Whoa.

p.s - favorite moments.... Mum in a mini top hat! ... and swirling Coco in a stairwell!

The disfunctional relationship of love/hate

"I’ve been thinking a lot lately about fashion blogger cliches–namely because when a lot of people meet me in real life they are 1. underwhelmed by what I’m wearing 2. shocked I can’t name drop ‘cool’ designers 3. more shocked that I don’t care. I like fashion. I like it a lot. I think it’s an incredible creative outlet and admire those people who can effortlessly do it season after season. That being said, I’ve never had this crazy desire (that I do for science or people) to learn about it. I think paying excessive sums of money for clothes is crazy (i was ogling things on net-a-porter the other day: $2000 dollars for dress pants?!?). I think being a snob about clothing is even more crazy. I think this is why I have a love-hate relationship with fashion. I LOVE beautiful clothes and shoes, but I hate this exclusive culture that surrounds fashion. Like really? Over something so frivolous?"

As quoted by fellow Canadian, Vanessa of The Haute Pursuit . Get out of my head, and into my car gurrrrl!

I warned you

Danger! Danger! Im going to jump start the economy!

CLICK!

My Arsenal

Left to right: China Glaze: Recycle, OPI : You Dont Know Jacques!, OPI: Barefoot In Barcelona, OPI: Manicurist Of

Seville, OPI: Hey Vito, Is My Car Red-y?

Last year when I was in Arizona visiting my grandparents, I made my annual pilgrimage to downtown Phoenix to visit my fabulous friend, Alyson. Whenever we are together we have the greatest time and I wonder how we are ever able to survive a full year without each other. This past winter when I came by for my visit I quickly realized the wonder that is OPI nail polish, specifically, "Over The Taupe". I saw Alyson a number of times over my visit and every time I made her tote her Nail polish with her for constant touch ups. I was in love.

Since getting home from that trip I have scoured beauty shops top to bottom for my shade of choice... all to no avail. I was able to find one similar, "You Dont Know Jacques!" that is now a staple in my world. I suppose everyone has a beauty secret to feeling like a million bucks, mine just happens to be the wonder of OPI nail polish!

Thanks so much to my lovely Alyson for introducing me to these loyal friends. Never before have I thought much about putting any time into my rather menial beauty routine, but let me tell you there is nothing like a good painted nail to make you feel put together! Hey, just dont forget your top coat!

Elvis' Bench

Crop Top: Dace, Nokomis. Jeans: Domino, Nokomis. Platforms: Michael Kors, Thrift. Belt: Vintage. Jewelry: Assorted Vintage and new. Beaded Cuff: Kiosk, West Edmonton Mall. Sunnies: Oscar DeLaRenta, TJ Maxx, Phoenix.

These were taken yesterday out at the park across from our house when I got home from work. This bench had some good light on it, so it seemed like a good place to sit. Later, I realized it had a plaque on it dedicating the bench to a man named Elvis, which obviously made it way cooler. Just me and Elvis sitting in a park together.