Barefoot Contessa Video

After avoiding this for a few weeks now, I think I have gotten over the initial embarrassment and now feel comfortable sharing this with you.

What can I tell you, I hate seeing myself on video! Haha it's so awkward and my voice? Eek, do I really sound like that in person?

Luckily I adore Barefoot Contessa and really loved working with them to put this video together, otherwise I probably would have hid it from you forever ;)

You can view my tips on how to style the "not so practical" items in your closet on the Barefoot Contessa Blog.

(and for those of you who think Barefoot Contessa is a lady that cooks, it's a boutique here in Vancouver and it's every girly girls dream).

One Year Older

Wearing: Club Monaco Top, UO Shorts, Banana Republic Heels, Plum Bag

Thanks so much to everyone for the birthday wishes. I love birthdays and didn't think I would be bothered by turning 29, but I admittedly have had a few moments this year. Not really sure why but it was nothing little blog layout revamping couldn't fix ;)

Birthdays are always busy with lunches and dinners in my family, so on Sunday evening a small group of friends got together for Sangria and a bite to eat at Subeez. I wanted something relaxed and fun which is exactly what I got. It was so nice seeing everyone.

Standing Armed SS12 Collection

Wearing: Zara Top, Gap Shorts, Plum Bag, Banana Republic Earrings and Necklace, AliciaFashionista's Shoes.

 {Photos taken by the lovely Alicia}

My cousin & date, Alicia 

hey miss teacher, prairie girl in the city & the style seen 

Kelsey modeling a vintage piece that happened to match the collection. Why wasn't she hired to model? We will never know.

solo lisa, haus of hybrid, myself & string magazine

{photo credit: Alicia}

I couldn't have been more pleased with the Standing Armed SS12 collection preview. The colours, patterns, textures and silhouettes were stunning. I would wear every single piece. It was such a nice change having the models standing around the room so we could actually take the time to view the collection.

Thanks so much to Social Chair for the invite. I've been scouring the Standing Armed website for days now. The Fall/Winter 2011 collection is just as gorgeous!