Slow fashion, sewing, & sustainability
Consumerism has become a mindless habit for many of us, one that’s especially hard to break in today’s world. We are constantly bombarded with ads or tuned into social media comparing ourselves to others, making us feel like we need more. Turning our thought patterns around can be difficult, but there are steps we can
Today’s outfit is inspired by one of my favourite slow fashion and sustainable lifestyle influencers: Signe of Use Less. Her style is somehow both classic and contemporary, not to mention effortless. I’ve followed her blog for a while now and gather a lot of wardrobe inspiration from her! This outfit – a khaki jacket, striped
One of the things I struggle with most as a slow fashion influencer is keeping up with fashion trends while staying true to my values. Don’t get me wrong – I am much happier now that I’ve simplified my wardrobe, reduced the number of pieces, and learned to shop with more intention. But at the
I turned 29 a few days ago. To be honest, it doesn’t feel that different – not as different, anyway, as I expect turning 30 next year will feel. At the same time, looking back on this year makes me realize how much has changed. I quit my job, started working full-time on my blog
I’ve got something a little different for you today. I know that the majority of my audience is women, and my expertise is mainly with women’s capsule wardrobes. I’m no expert when it comes to men’s fashion. However, my boyfriend Jason is always asking me for style advice because of what I do. So I
It certainly feels like fall out there! As I’m writing this, rain is tapping lightly on our windows (as it’s been doing the past two days straight). Ahh, Vancouver. Over summer, the sun always makes me forget how it rains about eight months of the year here. But every September I get a swift reminder
As I’ve been moving towards simplifying my makeup routine, I’m focusing more on what’s in the products I buy and how they’re made. However, I’ve found that it’s actually not so simple. There are a lot of terms that brands use when talking about clean beauty which become muddled, so it’s hard to know if what
In Vancouver, we’re in that summer to fall transitional period where it’s quite toasty in the sun but chilly in the shade. It’s definitely the season that calls for layers! For today’s fall outfit inspiration, I decided to wear what I think is a pretty basic outfit from my fall capsule wardrobe. I layered a
After a beautiful and hot summer in Vancouver, the weather has finally taken a turn and cooled down a little. While I wouldn’t say summer is over just yet, fall is fast approaching. I’m particularly excited because it’s my favourite season of the year, not least of all for the fashion. I love cosy knits