A while back I did a little survey to ask my Instagram followers to chime in on capsule wardrobes. The majority of those who replied said they did not have a capsule wardrobe and there were some reoccurring themes as to why. Expense. Purchasing only ethical/sustainable brands felt beyond their reach and their budget. Where to start? With a closet full of clothes, where does one even start to pair it down. Size fluctuations. It can be hard to get…
Several months back, I went on a mission to find underwear that fit, that I felt good in, and that were comfortable to wear. I also wanted to move away from toxic companies like Victoria Secret, who’s former CEO had made it clear, their products aren’t for trans or plus-sized women. I truly believe we get to vote with our dollars, so I did not want my vote to go to a company who is “selling a fantasy” and has…
Versatility! One of the main words we should keep in mind when we bring a new garment into our wardrobe. How many ways can I style this garment? What different occasions could I wear this garment for? Can this item be worn both casually and dressed up? Cue the fabulous new jumpsuit from ethical, Canadian, brand, Encircled. A piece like this can have so much flexibility in your wardrobe. I would wear this piece for anything from a chill weekend…
I grew up in the Prairies which meant long cold winters. Wool has always been in my wardrobe whether it’s was a warm sweater knit by my grandmother, my tights I’d layer under my pants, or cozy socks to keep my toes from freezing while playing out in the snow. I still love wool and all of it’s amazing properties like it being wrinkle resistant, odor resistant, temperature regulating, breathable, and quick drying. I was recently introduced to a company…
Curated thrift and vintage sites. I love them! I love perusing items people have hunted for and I’m a sucker for anything that is presented in a beautiful way. There was, however, one problem I kept running into when trying to shop these sites…they had nothing in my size. Anything being offered up was always in the size 2-8 range. Occasionally I would see a size 10, but I haven’t been a size 10 in years. I’m a proud size…