Refreshing Your Wardrobe (The Affordable Way)

I don't like to break the bank when refreshing my wardrobe, so there's two main ways I avoid splurging: thrift shopping, and keeping an eye out online for great deals. One of the shops I always keep an eye out for online is Tobi. I've snagged some fantastic deals on their site in the past (they often have 50% off sales), and I'm was always impressed when they arrived in the mail. This Tobi off-the-shoulder dress, for instance, was originally $78, but is actually 50% off right now (!!), at $39! For that price, I was really impressed by the quality. And aren't those bell sleeves and the front tie tassels so fun? Quick styling tip: I recommend using some fashion tape, on the front closure, just to ensure everything stays put.

I've always been a bit iffy on white dresses - I'm not going to lie. A big reason for that is I'm basically white as a ghost myself. It just doesn't seem that exciting to pair white with white - HA! But....after getting my very first sunless tan from Vita Liberata (more on that this Friday - stay tuned!), I was feeling even better about my decision to pick this Tobi off-the-shoulder dress! This has actually become my favourite new dress for the summer, and I'll likely be wearing it for Diner en Blanc this year as well!

My sandals are thrifted from Value Village - another way that I easily refresh my wardrobe without breaking the bank. I was in need of a wedge sandal that was low enough to walk in for longer distances. This pair was just worn in enough to be suuuuper comfy, but still in great looking condition. That's another reason why I love buying thrifted items: I feel like if that item has clearly stood the test of time until now, chances are it will hold up well after I buy it. It's a bit more reassuring honestly, compared to when I buy new. And at $5.99, they were a killer deal! If you need a couple new pairs of summer shoes, it's definitely worth checking out the aisles of your local thrift store first, before hitting the mall.

Dress - c/o Tobi | Hat - Forever 21 | Necklace - c/o Nobis & Grey | Heels - thrifted via Value Village

Happy Styling! xo

~ Britta

What to Wear in a Heat Wave

We've been experiencing one heat wave after another this summer, and unlike the babes from the beaches of California, I don't handle the sun and heat all that well, so I've had to make some adjustments to my summer apparel to keep cool.

I hate wearing shorts in a heat wave - dresses are more my thing - but my even my cute summer dresses weren't making the cut in this heat. Anything remotely tight wasn't comfortable and made sweating even worse, so I went on the hunt for dresses that were super breathable and free-flowing.

I came across these 3 backless dresses from Tobi, and ordered them all right away!  The left one is for lounging at home, the middle I chose for casual gatherings, and the far right is for a night out. They all fit perfectly and are keeping me calm and cool in this crazy heat! 

Left to Right: Chiara Backless Mini Dress, Drop Low Shift Dress, Cut Me Loose Dress

Not sure what to wear underneath all these backless dresses? I cannot say enough good things about the strapless/backless Nudi Bra I bought from Ever New at Pacific Centre in Vancouver. The stickiness inside the cups even regenerates once you wash them, so you can re-use it over and over again without the adhesive breaking down! This is seriously the best strapless bra I've ever owned.

How are you handling the heat wave?

Happy Styling! xo

~ Britta