Cold: The season.

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Cold: The season, is a serious thing here in the lovely city of Edmonton. Unfortunately it’s normal for this time of year for temperatures to drop below -15 degrees celsius.

Thankfully I got these beautiful handwarmers just in time to make blogging , taking photos and texting in the freezing cold bearable.

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With beautiful intricate details, quality fabric and comfort kept completely kept in mind these handwarmers have been a saving grace thus far!

Valerie Baber Designs offer a wide range of handmade knit accessories that are amazing for any time of the year !

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If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the detail lover in your life be sure to check out her breathtaking designs on Instagram or Etsy  !

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You can use the code “SAVE20” for 20% off your order ! #happyshopping

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** I was gifted these handwarmers to style and review, all thoughts and opinions are my own**

Photography was done by: Karly Ford

Not Perfect Linen.

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Consciously shopping has changed how I purchase, wear and buy things. Over time it subliminally sunk into my head that quality over quantity is best, and that you should know where your clothing comes from.

Clothing should make you feel good, fit effortlessly and make you happy.

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 not Perfect Linen is a perfect fit for that. Not only does it come from a consciously made place but it was also hassle free.

The idea of the clothing is for it to be simple, versatile and comfy.

It is made from the best of fabrics and made simply. It isn’t supposed to be perfectly ironed or hard to get on, like many beautiful pieces are. It’s supposed to be easy, effortless and natural feeling.

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It is some of the comfiest clothing I’ve EVER been able to add to my wardrobe.

You can shop the pieces above here:

Washed Linen Top 

Long Sleeve Dress

T-Shirt Dress 

** I was gifted these pieces to style & review, all thoughts and opinions are my own**

Photography was done by Karly Ford & Tye Eldridge

Lit kicks.

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A while back I was gifted these amazing shoes from My Pop Shoes !

They are fabulously versatile, comfy and best of all Canadian Made ! They ship internationally and have a huge selection to choose from as well !

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They also have a cool little kicker to them : they light up and are completely rechargeable.

They make for killer photos and are GREAT at night time !

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And to top it all off they let me relive my childhood dreams of light up shoes, except they’re a million times cooler !

** I was gifted these shoes to style and review, all thoughts and opinions are my own**

Photography was done by: Jesse Martineau 

 

 

 

Look at me now.

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When I was younger people used to tell me I can’t all the time. I had one woman who even went as far as to tell me I didn’t know how to dress myself. I was bullied , made fun of and most definitely the odd one out. My younger years weren’t necessarily ones I choose to recall as I never really enjoyed them.

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Thankfully, this benefited me in the long run. I developed chronic workaholic syndrome and worked my butt off every day to prove that I could make something of myself. I chose to focus on things that brought me joy rather than things that didn’t. I recall talking to adults and they’d always say pursue your dreams, and don’t give up. When I used to ask why they gave up on their dreams there was always an excuse, but never a good one.

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I made it my goal in life to do things that brought me joy and allowed me to follow my dreams, no matter how impossible they seemed. And lastly to be able to be proud of myself and my own success at the end of the day.

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It’s a constant struggle , in blogging there’s a lot of rejection. A lot of competition and a lot of work with no immediate results. In events it can be so hard to be realistic and forget to celebrate the wins. Doing what I love definitely was the harder option, I’m invested and feel all the emotions that come with working for myself. At the same time I’d never give it up for anything else.

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If it wasn’t for all those people who told me I can’t I wouldn’t be where I am today, so follow your dreams. Learn from others mistakes and be proud of who you are.

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Celebrate the small wins, cry over the failures and work relentlessly because one day the hard work starts to pay off.

You can shop the looks in this post here:

Choker: Black Suede

Lace up tee: Lacey

Graphic Tee: I Can’t Adult Today 

Jacket: Kendall Coat

Bag: Mia

PS: Black Friday is coming up and one of my favorite online shops: Shop Sugar Sands is having an amazing SALE !!! You can shop there sale here!

 

** I was gifted these items to style & review, all thoughts and opinions are my own**

Photography was done by : Karly Ford

Cute as hell details.

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For those of you who know me you also know I am incredibly detail oriented.

As a planner it’s in my bones to love the little details as so often they are overlooked, and so often they can make the world of difference:  like when putting together a perfect outfit.

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So here are a few of my favorite details at the moment.

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Phone Case: Richmond & Finch use the code “myclosetjourney20” for 20% off

Watch: Leonard & Church

Ring: So Pretty Cara Cotter 

Choker: Shop Sugar Sands 

Hat: Ilex Everyday Couture 

Photography was done by : Karly Ford