Monday, November 25, 2013

Vancouver Talent: Hair 2 Help Makeover Competition

Hair has never been my area of expertise, so I was delighted to be able to attend the annual Hair 2 Help Makeover Competition at Celebrities recently to get some hair and make-up inspiration! 10 student and apprentice hair stylists competed for the top prize of a $1500 scholarship. The rest of the night's festivities, which included silent auction, live auction, and raffle, raised funds for Children's Hospital and PKU research (a total of just over $21,000 in fact!).

While I am fully aware that I wouldn't be able to pull off all these styles, but I can appreciate that a collection of really unique and flattering looks graced the stage. My absolute favourites ranged from the very edgy to the super glamorous, and I was really happy to see Karly won first prize with her model's fashion-forward evergreen-dipped and frayed bob. Which was your favourite?





Model Vada (Stylist Stephanie of Hype) - 2nd Place



Model for Angela (of Suki's)




Model for Solmaz (of Suki's)




Model for Karly (of Suki's)




Model for Najiba (of VCC)




Model for Samantha (of Hype)




Model for Francis (of Markus J)




Model for Amy (of Axis)






Happy Styling! xo

~Britta


Thursday, November 21, 2013

Thrifty Thursday

It's funny that I used to worry about running out of things to show you here every Thursday. Judging by the amount of items I have waiting to be posted, I don't think that will ever be a problem now!


After my last beaded purse (seen here) was such a huge hit, when I saw this one I thought it would be another perfect addition to my closet. This one has even more of a '20s feel to it, which I love- perfect for all those Gatsby-inspired parties. The only thing I find to be a problem with these types of purses is that the twisted strap always comes apart at the base. When this happens, I just tuck the strap inside and use it as a clutch: still love it!


Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Ingledews
Section: Purses & Bags
What I Paid: $3.99
What it's Worth: ?



A super find! It's a little big, but since it's a cotton blazer, it works fine to just roll up the sleeves. A good casual jacket that's easy to layer. Plus, I love the pleats on the back: just the right amount of detail!




Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Armani Exchange
Section: Featured Items (front of store)
What I Paid: $9.99
What it's Worth in Store: $88



Olive green is a trending colour this season, so when I saw this tank I knew it would be perfect with all-black tights, blazer, and ankle boots. The metal studs give just the right amount of edginess.


Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Jacob
Section: Dresses (It's interesting to note it was under 'dresses' since it's more like a long tank once it's on)
What I Paid: $6.99
What it's Worth: ?


Happy Styling! xo

~Britta

Monday, November 18, 2013

Look of the Week: Layering for Fall


I am learning the art of layering this fall, a style I have neglected in the past for fear of bulkiness. I've learned a key tip, though, that has made me love this great way of keeping warm this season. The first is to buy collared shirts a size up; I always felt too constricted in a collared shirt with a sweater over top; by sizing up, there's a little more room for comfort.There are 4 components to this look: an outer layer (vest, blazer, coat), a cardigan or sweater, a statement necklace, and a collared shirt. It's an easy way to look polished and preppy while staying cozy!











Vest-?, Shirt-Forever 21, Sweater-?(thrifted), Necklace-H&M, Glasses-Fendi, Jeans-Urban Planet, Boots-JustFab






Happy Styling! xo

~Britta

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Thrifty Thursday

Some valuable finds in the thrift store today! 100% silk, leather trim, brand names...lots of good stuff to be found.


I present: the polished LBD! This is a great fitting dress; the quality is definitely there, but I wouldn't have been able to afford this dress at full price. Makes me feel like a very lucky girl! Just because you're shopping on a budget doesn't mean you can't have quality.



Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Club Monaco
Section: Dresses
What I Paid: $12.99
What it Costs In-Store: $190



You should recognize these trousers from my Look of the Week on hot faux leather. I'm always telling you how I look for something special when I'm browsing the racks of clothes, well the leather trim definitely caught my eye. They can be dressed up like I did in my previous post, or they can be worn with a blouse and blazer for more work-friendly attire.




Store: Salvation Army
Brand: River Island
Section: Pants
What I Paid: $5.99
What it Costs In-Store: ~ $50


Armani Exchange is one of the other brands my local Salvation Army store seems to get quite a bit of. It's straight from the store, not even used, so for those of you who aren't keen on wearing used clothes, there's another option!


Store: Salvation Army
Brand: Armani Exchange
Section: Featured Items (front of the store)
What I Paid: $7.99
What it Costs In-Store: ~ $88




Happy Styling! xo

~Britta







Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Keep Up-To-Date with Vancouver Vogue on Facebook

I share a lot with you here on this blog, but there is a lot more I have to share with you that just isn't practical to post here. Sometimes I find an awesome sale online, or have a cool fashion event to share, or sometimes tips and tricks on thrifting or a DIY project. Basically, it's where I can post all the cool tidbits I don't have room to post here.

So if you're interested in keeping up with me on a more regular basis, then join Vancouver Vogue on Facebook!




I'll see you there!



Happy Styling! xo

~Britta


Monday, November 11, 2013

Eco Fashion Week: Season 7


I regret not having attended Eco Fashion Week in the past; often, eco-conscious fashion has had a bit of a bad rap, with many people assuming it's all about hemp-woven fabric and bohemian designs. After seeing photos from previous seasons, I knew that this wasn't the case: eco fashion is a thriving industry, which celebrates all kinds of ways of being eco-conscious in the industry. It isn't just about using 'green' fabrics; it's also about using sustainable clothing production methods and buying in a sustainable way. Eco Fashion Week's Thrift Chic Challenge and 68 Pound Challenge aim to bring awareness to thrift shopping, as a way of recycling old clothes rather than creating demand for new ones.

As a dedicated thrifter for quite a while now, I had never really thought of thrifting as a way of being eco-conscious, but now it makes me feel like I'm reducing my ecological footprint. It was great to see how the 3 chosen designers/stylists Kenneth Barbie, Dandilion Wind Opaine (from Vancouver Fashion Week), and Claire Bouvier, chose to use (and modify) the items they found at Value Village to create their own collections. My hope is that people are inspired by their collections, and see that you really can look runway-ready with thrift shop finds!

The 68 Pound Challenge by Evan Ducharme was equally as inspiring. He dug through 68 pounds of clothing scraps (the average amount of clothing an individual wastes each year), and created a classic and refined collection that would have fit right in at any fashion week. All in all, it was an inspiration to see what can be created from the old, into something entirely new. For those who always thought eco fashion wasn't stylish, or that thrifted clothing couldn't be trendy, here's your proof that it doesn't get more fashionable than this:





Eco Fashion Week's founder, Myriam Laroche




















Happy Styling! xo

~Britta

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Thrifty Thursday


There were some cool finds in the thrift store on this trip! All 3 have an element of a fall 2013 trend to them: sporty chic, leopard print, and wine colouring.

First came the sporty shoe wedge thingys, then came the varsity jackets. Usually I'm not one for sports (at all), but when I saw this jacket, I figured I could put a chic spin on it. It's interesting to note that this was in the 'light jacket' section, even though I'd consider it a sweatshirt; just a friendly reminder you need to look everywhere in the store so you don't miss something.


Store: Salvation Army
Brand: UK2LA (Sirens/Urban Planet)
Section: Light Jackets
What I Paid: $5.99
What it's Worth: ?



Don't forget to take a look through the scarf rack! There's usually piles of them, and there are some great ones to be found, from vintage silk to chunky knit. I love the leopard print that is popping up in accessories this season. Just another example of a current trend...found for super cheap in the thrift store! Next on my list are matching leopard pumps!


Store: Salvation Army
Brand: ?
Section: Scarves
What I Paid: $4.99
What it's Worth: ?



Wine ankle booties...two trends in one! And I love the dual texture. Not a super cheap find, but when I get all excited about a find like these, I don't mind too much.



Store: Value Village
Brand: H&M
Section: Shoes
What I Paid: $19.99
What it's Worth: $39



Happy Styling! xo

~Britta



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