Today is la St-Jean here in Quebec and we are ready for a celebration and a well-deserved summer break! Time to get offline, breathe, relax, enjoy the summer heat- and recharge! Not going offline indefinitely- I will be popping in and out of Insta (coz I can't really go cold turkey lol!). But the blog... Continue Reading →
The Thrifty Six Tropical Paradise!
Ahh the tropics and that hot, delicious sunny weather that all Northern girls crave…Le Sigh! Even if I can't get to a tropical island for a get-away, I can still get dressed up for that sunshiny vibe anyway! A girl can dream and play the part even in hot sticky Montreal. Here’s me with Jamaica... Continue Reading →
Fashionable Friday- Summer Joy and a Linkup Party
School is out - bring on the summer! How is it that this feeling of summertime rush and joy when school is out, just never gets old? I've had it since I was a little girl and every summer it always comes back. Maybe it's because I'm a teacher, so I keep reliving it lol!... Continue Reading →
Stylish Monday- We’re Going Coastal!
The Coastal Living look is one that comes back every summer. It’s a free and fresh look that brings to mind breezy sunny days by the beach, or the coastline, as the term suggests. Though, it need not be aspirational nor dreamy just because you don’t live by the water! Everyone can enjoy this look,... Continue Reading →
Fashion Unstitched: Nails as Jewels and Accessories for Hands
Hands can immediately give telltale signs about you; about your health, your age, your style, your wealth, and sometimes even the type of work you do. One thing is certain, there's something hypnotic and attractive about beautiful hands and especially the fingernails that accentuate them. On the other hand (pun intended), there's a total adverse,... Continue Reading →
STYLING CONFESSIONS: My 2-in-1 Dress Obsession
I love a good deal and I will not lie- especially when it comes to dresses. I have a personal obsession when it comes to shopping for a dress. I ask myself: Can I wear it backwards (meaning front to back and vice-versa)? I don't only buy dresses that can be worn both ways- but... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: What to Wear to a Baptism Ceremony
In our family, a Baptism is not only a very important religious sacrament, but it’s also very traditional in every sense; proper attire counts. And because this is a fashion blog- the emphasis will be primarily on styling and lifestyle. Suffice it to say that because the whole ceremony is traditional and therefore mostly formal-... Continue Reading →
FASHION UNSTITCHED: The Dirty Truth About our Beloved Blue Jeans
Who doesn't own a pair of blue jeans? These have become trendy family faves since the day Levi Strauss (1877) made them popular. What is it that's made this staple, basic, and, these days, a luxurious, sought-after item, at any stage of one's life? Gucci at 750$... Originally created for work purposes- think overalls, not... Continue Reading →
Greeting Cards, and The Fashionable Side of Etiquette…
Etiquette has come a long way. Gone are the days of associating it with stuffy mannerisms of the past, or separation of classes. Today, etiquette is all about kindness, politeness, and a show of respect for others as well as our surroundings. Nothing could be more fashionable than that! Acts of kindness such as simple... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: What to Wear to a Chic Brunch Celebration
There are so many variations for this theme! Seasons play an important role as to how you'll be styling up your 'out to brunch' look. Spring and Summer get the most votes for wanting to get out there and brunch with family or friends. Where you'll be eating will also determine the look you're going... Continue Reading →