How to Wear Sequins in Summer

Well we had another blast of summer heat this past weekend in Vancouver, and man was that every great to have after the showers and thunderstorms the week previous. Time to hit the beach! Even for this pale, pale gal (don't worry, sunscreen is always in my bag!).

I've been dying to wear this maxi sequin skirt that I bought on sale at Maccs a while back. I actually was lusting after it when it was originally selling for $119, and clamoured to get my hands on it when it finally went on sale for a staggering $19!! (PS. it's still on sale right now if you want this gorgeous skirt too).

I wanted to challenge myself to style it in a casual way though, contrary to what you would usually think of when styling a full length sequin skirt. So lo and behold, my sequin "mermaid" outfit! By wearing sandals rather than heels, and half-tucking a slouched casual shirt, this skirt went from night-out-only attire, to a glam yet casual day ensemble. The key thing too, is not caring what anyone else thinks. There are no real rules and barriers in fashion: only the ones we create in our heads. Sequins at the beach?? Why not!

Shirt -  Vero Moda (thrifted via Salvation Army) | Bracelet - c/o Nobis & Grey | Skirt - Maccs (on sale!!) | Sandals - 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

A Year of Fashion in Review

It's funny looking back through the past year's worth of outfit photos thinking 'was that really this year? It seems so long ago!'. In review, I can say that summer used to be my favourite season, but this year, fall and winter have grown on me quite a bit! I love that feeling when you piece an outfit together and it just feels right. 

Which looks inspired you the most this year?

As always,

Happy Styling! xo

~Britta