Each Holiday season I like to promote small businesses. I have either worked for or owned a small business over the past 20+ years. Small businesses will always have my heart. I understand first hand the impact that shopping local has. This year I wanted to shine the light onto some amazing Canadian, Black, and Indigenous Owned Businesses. Rather than our money going strictly to the big (predominantly White owned) companies, who already have a lot of money, support, small,…
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Lisa, Alicia, Me, and Maryanne So it’s hella hot outside and all you want to do is head to the beach or the local outdoor pool to cool off. But wait! That means actually putting on a bathing suit…and people seeing you in it!!! Sooooo, maybe you can figure out another way to stay cool? Perhaps the beach really isn’t that great? After all you didn’t start that newest cleanse that everyone at work has been doing. You…
{Details} Dress: c/o Nicole Bridger Vest: Mystree (old) Necklace: c/o Katami Designs Belt: Brave Leather Boots: Nine West Clutch: c/o Nella Bella Today is my three year wedding anniversary. This past weekend, my husband and I celebrated a bit early and took a much needed break. There was one side of me that felt like we needed to plan something big. Jet off to some romantic tropical location, book a fabulous hotel, couples massages,….you get the picture. We…
{Details} Knit Tunic: c/o Plenty (here) Cardi: c/o Plenty (here) Hat: Plenty Leggings: c/o Plenty (here) Clutch: c/o Nella Bella Scarf: c/o Plenty Ring: BCBG Boots: Old Navy I often describe my personal style as dressed up casual. Plenty is the perfect place for me to find the right mix of comfort with an elevated twist. Plenty has been a Vancouver staple for shopping since it came on to the scene in 1989. They offer up many fabulous international…
I love me some Etsy shopping! Who doesn’t? It’s a wonderful way to support independents with mad creative talents. Having always been more of a in person type shopper (love the experience of going shopping), I found Etsy still gave me that boutiquey feel while browsing online. It was really my first experience with online shopping, and I liked it! With Etsy, I am able to find top quality, unique, Canadian made pieces. A few of my favorite…