October has been SUCH a hectic month – FULL of blog events and activities, yet not enough blog posts – so I wanted to share some of the things that have kept me busy this month!
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| With Janelle, Elaine & Dee |
First up was World Mastercard Fashion Week – I spent a fun day attending 3 shows while also getting the chance to go backstage and check out the hair and makeup looks on the models. Read about my favourite pieces (MAJOR style inspiration) here – and also enter to win a model-worthy 5-piece set of Redken products!
I had a fashion emergency before the show and ended up trying on some FAKE nails (not my usual look!) and was surprised by how much I enjoyed wearing them – read my review here!
Aside from fashion week, I had the opportunity to get involved with the Dove Self-Esteem project – I moderated a one-hour workshop for mothers and daughters on how to encourage healthy self-esteem and body confidence. Can you spot me in my pink jacket at the front of the room?
It had been nearly a decade since I had to “present” in front of such a large group – I felt a bit nervous before the event…but as it turned out – it was a lovely and comfortable experience. I was in a room of mothers and daughters – and we all wanted the same thing – to learn how to help our daughters feel their best.
Here’s a post I wrote about my own struggles with self-esteem (yes, those are photos from my childhood up there!). My post includes links to a self-esteem resource page which has been SO helpful. I’ve passed the resource page on to my kids’ school – and they’re planning on using some of the materials in the classroom!
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| Jacket: WHBM (similar), Necklace: Pink Lovebird (10% off with code ELLA10), Bag: LV Neverfull (similar), Shoes: F21 (similar) |
Here’s the outfit I wore for the workshop – pink is my happy color and makes me feel my best 🙂
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| Shirt: Old Navy, Scarf: H&M, Boots: Old Navy (this year’s version), Bag: LV Neverfull (similar) |
I’ve also been incorporating some darker fall colours into my wardrobe.
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| Sweater: Old Navy (similar), Vest: Express (similar), Jeans: GAP, Bag: LV Neverfull (similar), Shoes: Old Navy |
As well as my fur vest…
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| Scarf: F21 (similar), Sweater: H&M, Boots: Old Navy (this year’s version) |
And lots of scarves…
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| Jacket: ZARA (similar), Scarf: F21 (identical), Boots: Old Navy (this year’s version), Bag: LV Neverfull (similar) |
Including my plaid blanket scarf!
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| Shirt: H&M (similar), Skirt: Smart Set (similar 1, 2, 3), Bag: Marc Jacobs (similar 1, 2), Booties: Old Navy (similar) |
For evening events, I’ve been pairing mini skirts with opaque tights and black booties.
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| Shirt: LOFT, Skirt: J.Crew Factory (similar), Bag: Marc Jacobs (similar 1, 2), Booties: Old Navy (similar), Necklace: Pink Lovebird (10% off with code ELLA10) |
It’s a fun (AND WARM!!!) combination!
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| Shirt: Old Navy, Skirt: Smart Set (similar 1, 2, 3), Bag: Balenciaga, Boots: Old Navy (this year’s version) |
For my fashion week outfit – I stepped slightly out of my comfort zone and pattern-mixed with TWO plaid prints!
Ok…I think this post has gotten really long, so I’ll stop here – I feel much more caught up now! I’ll be updating soon with a shopping haul featuring some of my favourite recent purchases – including a pink fall coat.
Have you ever struggled with self-esteem?
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Love the outfit pics, the bag is to die fooooor! <3 Major envy there! Great cause as well with the self esteem! Well done you! x Harriet | Pearl & Peach
Thanks Harriet – I've definitely been using my neverfull a lot this month! And the self-esteem project was such an exciting one to get involved with – because I learned so much myself 🙂
What a fun recap of your events and activities over the past month! I had missed a couple of your YMC posts so it was fun to go check those out. The fake nails one was especially interesting! And as always, I loved your outfit recap. So many pretty, polished outfits that are realistic and stylish at the same time. :)Gina – On the Daily Express
Thanks Gina – it felt so satisfying to get all caught up – there had been so many things I wanted to share on my blog! The fake nails really surprised me – I never thought I'd use them, and now I see that they're actually good to have on hand – and so easy to wear!
What a cool opportunity! Great job with the pattern mixing!Lindsey Thrift and Shout
What a fun event! I love your pink jacket, too! So many cute looks in this one pot : )www.amemoryofus.com
Talking about self-esteem is so important with girls and Dove has done such a great job with their campaign. I really like your pink jacket, especially layered with the darker pink shirt! What a great combo!NicoleNicole to the Nines
Great recap of your week! Cant wait to read your in depth posts! Wonderful blog!http://vievelle.blogspot.ca/