May 21, 2013

Nude à la Nineties

Sober nude tones are le thing of the season. Soothing beige and calming hazelnut. Nineties vibes like Dries Van Noten drew it. Smokey blues that let you breathe. Only North America whips up that foggy blue hue so deliciously.

My urban vibe inspired painting.

Zara dress, Gap arm warmers, Miss Coquine belt, Globo shoes, Arden tights

My Picasso spruced pastel.

Some yummy Ottawan pastries. Chocolate galore – that deep hue is something I love wearing, as well.

The above pastry, the double-decker, is called réligieuse in French, a nun. I wonder why.

These lovely spaces are found in Ottawa, at the Canadian National Gallery. Of course I had to linger on, jotting away in my notebook. Nibbling on some dark chocolate.

Things have been moving around my corner lately. Shifts in moods, internal stuff that’s being dealt with. I’m finding more calmness. Maybe understanding some of things gone and done by. So that should mean a freer today.

Sweet Arianna helped me to rewrite my About Me and About the Blog. If curious, do check ‘em out! My story… the ups and downs of it. And Arianna, oh my, I talked to her on Skype, too. Her counseling is just so clear and inspirational.

Hugs to you – be nude, notoriously!

May 14, 2013

Wrist Candy

Let’s talk about something unique Évocateur - a collection for glamour girls whose style defies definition and who know that the very best stories start with a few unforgettable details. These pieces really will get you noticed. Look at my absolute fave, the above Brooklyn Bridge Cuff. Évocateur jewelry is a savvy mix of vintage winds blending into modernity. Évoquer is French and means ‘to imply, to suggest’… and that is what we want to do. Be sexy in a sensual and unique way.

The black and white combo never goes out of style. Jumbo pieces like this Square Dots Cuff are so in vogue right now. I love the sixties modern art vibe.

Sixties lover that I am.

More art with this Mondrian Cuff. Isn’t it chic to wear your fave art all day long?

Pink Lingerie Bangle brings sexy onto your wrists, too. With a fresh, summery color.

Blue Palm Bangle is right in this season’s turquoise mania’s hurricane eye. Go take a look at Évocateur to see your favorite. Then tell me. I first fell for the Brooklyn Bridge Cuff and first loves are hard to beat, non?

May 7, 2013

Short and Sexy

My style defining staple – the mini skirt. That is what I love. That is what defines me. Playing with those legs. Maybe shocking a little bit, yet always remaining chic and tasteful. If I go for longer lengths, they are Mermaid Dresses. I heart the body hugging features. So, would you go long or short on these?

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Wearing the length you feel the most You in is the key. Building your style from the pieces that make you smile inside. My happy fashion spices include feathers, sequins, faux fur and funky accessories that get noticed.

So now just I need to come up with a reason to throw a party… because that dress just needs to be adopted and shown.

When is your next party – big or small?

May 2, 2013

New York Goodies

New York never ceases to entice me.You know my taste for travel. I can’t stay put. I jump in my skinny jeans, and off I go. It’s a one-day train ride from Quebec to the Big Apple.

Art is definitely what makes a city come alive. The above goodies are found in the Modern Art museum of Montreal.

Central Park needs some sparkle in the outfit. Belt and cardi do the trick.

Italian-style cookies. The hubs brought some back from France. One bag is gone already. Now I’m trying not to eat his. I love the non-greasy, little bitsy-bitesy aspect of them.

Isn’t it amazing how a city can pump you up with energy? Paris is about sensuality, London gets you pop-tune hopping, New York demands high heels and a fast cocktail-bound pace, Montreal smells like coffee – speaks French but thinks American.

Cupcakes in street carts and shop windows – they tell their own story. Give us that “bad yet so sweet when forbidden” energy along the way to the next event.

Abstract art is my game. There’s space to ponder. See shapes that I need to have there.

Yes, that good old Central Park NY magic.

Visiting the Cake Boss. America’s favorite Italian-favored son-in-law. Naturamente, the canistrelli was good. Vanilla, coconut, chocolate… yumissimo!

So this is what my New York looks and tastes like. Places that boost us to go on are precious. Find yours. Go there as often as you can. Live now. Fearlessly.

H&M cardi, H&M top, Miss Coquine jeans, Globo boots

April 29, 2013

Canadian Parliament à la Chic

Here is sunny Ottawa. The heart of Canadian political power. I visited the parliament building. Free tours start three times an hour. Such a haven of bygone chic. Now modern day buzz. You feel the excitement.

You want to be part of it. The thrill of creating and making a real difference.

Her majesty’s presence gives a special feel to the parliament library. I’d willingly linger on in here. Study to my heart’s content.

Here’s what I’d wear if working in this Houses of House.

Discovering new countries and cultures has me jumping out of joy. There’s so much to explore in this world.

Houses of Parliament. Prime minister Harper and co. sit here.

The first time me posing with my new homeland’s flag. I hold a residence permit. My very own Canadian ID. Along with Social Security Sun Card.

Ottawa from the Peace Tower. The local Big Ben.

This would make a perfect politically correct fashionista outfit, non?

The Gothic vibes are just amazing.

Yep, this is my new Canadian groove. Paris is behind now. Time for new winds. I want to open my heart to this land. So different from France or the US, yet full of charm.

Limité top, Forever 21 skirt, Etam cardi, Globo boots

April 25, 2013

Signatures Quebecoises Show

At the restaurant Versa I got to savor latest Quebecker cutting-edge fashion. Creativity was sizzling in the air. Designers from Signatures Quebecoises, a buzzing new talent hub and a store on the one of Quebec City’s busiest streets, were featuring their spring and summer collections.

Pop of color – even with the always classy black.

Chiffon is so of actuality. With killer heels, naturallement.

I went for a sixties vibe – and a little eye-catching craze on the leg.

Versa’s ambiance is chic yet relaxed. Music is at a good level.

Peachy tones rule this summer.

Versa’s specialty – the oyster bar. I could stand at the counter for hours and marvel at their shell opening techniques.

Fashion brings us together…

I’m just having a glam time with all the fashion fun taking place allover Quebec City. After the long winter, oh la la, does that feel good or what. Being able to shed the layers and live in high heels again. Well, I did it even before… but now it’s more, hmm… of a conventional practice.