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Holidays 2011: Disco New Year

So I’ve (barely) survived Christmas. After 5 days in bed (and on the couch) with a terrible cold/flu thing, watching my new Ally McBeal DVDs, I am still congested, and dizzy from the meds, but fingers crossed, I’ll be alright for New Years. This year I’ll be attending a 70′s themed New Year’s Eve bash, and this is what I would like to wear. A little bit of sparkle mixed in with a little bit of velvet will hopefully make for a comfy, yet fun combo. Here’s hoping I don’t catch another killer cold.

Are you going out to celebrate New Year’s Eve? What will you be wearing? Share in the comments.

1. Ball Clutch – Zara

2. Star Bangle – Tamara’s

3. Lightning Bolt Brooch – ASOS

4. Disco Ball Earrings – Topshop

5. Glitter Platforms – Aldo

6. Velvet Dress – Topshop

Zara Woman November 2011 Lookbook

I haven’t done a Zara lookbook post in a while…mostly because I haven’t seen one that made me go “Whoa!” in a while…like this one. Absolutely in love with all the printed pants, tops, and skirts…and even more in love with the styling of the entire lookbook. Prints on prints? Dressy plaid? Feathers, snakeskin, tie-dye, and moto-boots? Yes, yes, and yes, please!

Do you like Zara’s November 2011 lookbook? Or is it too man-repellant for you? Share in the comments.

Photo Credits: Zara (via Nitrolicious)

What I Wore: She’s Got Flare!

Have you been to Old Navy lately? I am really loving their fall offerings! From breezy $18 tops, to flared jeans for all of $25, I think if it wasn’t for my Proenza booties, this outfit could actually be purchased for less than $50! Not bad, huh?

Right now, I am waiting for a leopard print Old Navy coat to go on sale (I have a wedding budget to adhere to!)…and then my leopard print-ness will literally drive le boyfriend crazy. As the saying goes: you can take a Russian girl out of ~~Russia~~ Kyrgyzstan, but you can’t take the leopard print away from her…or something like that.

I Wore: Shirt, Jeans – Old Navy; Bag – c/o Banana Republic; Belt – Zara; Boots – Proenza Schouler; Leather Bracelet – c/o Danier; Sunglasses – Ray Ban

What I Wore: Little Green

Born with the moon in Cancer
Choose her a name she will answer to
Call her green and the winters cannot fade her
Call her green for the children who’ve made her
Little green, be a gypsy dancer

He went to California
Hearing that everything’s warmer there
So you write him a letter and say, “Her eyes are blue.”
He sends you a poem and she’s lost to you
Little green, he’s a non-conformer

Just a little green
Like the color when the spring is born
There’ll be crocuses to bring to school tomorrow
Just a little green
Like the nights when the Northern lights perform
There’ll be icicles and birthday clothes
And sometimes there’ll be sorrow

Child with a child pretending
Weary of lies you are sending home
So you sign all the papers in the family name
You’re sad and you’re sorry, but you’re not ashamed
Little green, have a happy ending

(Little Green – Joni Mitchell)

I Wore: Dress - Zara; Shoes – Marc (Imelda); Bag – Prada; Sunglasses – Ray Ban; Necklace – Balisi

Style Fille: Miroslava Duma

Mira is a woman after my own heart, whether wearing the shit out of her scarlett 3.1 Philip Lim trench, rocking an H&M shirt/dress without any shoes, or sporting one of my favorite Christopher Kane galaxy dresses, she always looks like a million bucks. If you’re a fan of this tiny style fille’s fashion sense, make sure to check out her latest venture – Buro 24/7. If you’re a Russian-speaker like me, you’ll be happy to read some great fashion articles, and for the rest of you, there’s Mira’s daily outfits to keep you clicking. Either way, it’s a win-win.

Photo Credits: Buro 24/7

What I Wore: Apples and Oranges

Sorry for slow-mo posting this week…and for being horrid at responding to your emails. My brain is on vacation…so…yeah. You might also ask…”Why apples and oranges? There’s no fruit in sight!” Well, I was going to call this post Orange You Glad…but it turns out that I used that clever name already…so Apples and Oranges it is. Brain vacay…it’s a thing.

Anywhooo…Here’s what I wore last weekend for Pride in Toronto. A little bit of colorblocking, and the new fave shoes in my closet - Flare x Aldo collab wedges. Nice and summery. Short and sweet. Like this post.

Have a lovely weekend!!!

I Wore: Top, Skirt – Zara; Shoes – Flare x Aldo; Necklaces – H&M, Forever21; Backpack – Chanel; Rings – YSL, H&M; Bracelets – H&M, BCBG; Sunglasses – Ray Ban

What I Wore: School’s Out For Summer

Here’s a quick look at what I wore to Lisa and Wendy’s Hip & Urban Girl anniversary at SCHOOL. This Missoni skirt is by far, one of my most favorite Winners finds ever. It wasn’t cheap, but since I can wear it as a skirt and as a dress – this double duty makes it worth every penny. And the colors, the knit, the pattern…love it all so much!

And once again…the Levi’s denim jacket. It’s practically second skin to me, especially with this ever-changing weather – it keeps me warm, while looking cool. Right? RIGHT?

What I Wore: Skirt worn as a dress – Missoni (Winners); Denim Jacket – c/o Levi’s; Belt, Friendship Bracelets, Rings - H&M; Bag – c/o Ecco; Shoes – Zara; Turquoise Ring – YSL; Bracelet – BCBG

Photos by Sharon Ng-Hayes

What I Wore: SMUT Soiree

Here’s what I wore to Lainey Gossip’s SMUT on Monday! My brand new Topshop skirt in one of my fave colors ever – mustard, a cheapie printed shirt via Forever21, some fun beaded bracelets from H&M, and of course, my favorite Pierre Hardy heels from The Room. I am in serious love with the skirt, and have a feeling that I’ll be wearing it all summer long. Oh yes, I will.

Having said that, as I mentioned, the four most stylish gossipettes are competing to win the big $2K prize from The Bay, and if you have a few minutes, you should totally vote for your favorite! One of the candidates is already featured on Style Blog, and she definitely has my vote. Who will you be voting for?

I Wore: Skirt – Topshop (The Bay); Top – Forever21; Necklace – Kate Spade; Shoes – Pierre Hardy (The Room); Bracelets – H&M, The Bay, BCBG; Rings – H&M, Forever21, YSL; Belt – Zara; Backpack – Chanel

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Style Blog, June 22nd 2011 | Tags: BCBG, Chanel, Forever21, H&M, Kate Spade, Lainey Gossip, Organic Style, Pierre Hardy, SMUT Soiree, The Bay, The Room, Topshop, What I Wore, YSL, Zara
Posted in Fashion, Organic Style, What I Wore

What I Wore: Summer Uniform

Remember my winter uniform? Well, this is my summer one. For the times when I’m too tired, too lazy, or simply have one of those “nothing to wear” days, this is what I put on. Simplest formula ever: dress (maxi, mini, midi, whatever) + denim jacket + sandals + Ray Bans…tah dah!

I’ve been getting tons of compliments on this denim jacket. And I’ve also been wearing it pretty much non-stop for over a month. It’s Levi’s – the classic trucker jacket. I have the same one in a darker shade of blue as well. You can never have too much of a good thing, right?

So, I’m curious to know. Do you have a summer uniform? What’s your easy-breezy-summer–dressing-formula? Share in the comments.

I Wore: Dress – Old Navy; Jacket – Levi’s; Bag – c/o Ecco; Shoes – Zara; Sunglasses – Ray Ban

What I Wore: The Cat’s Pajamas

Lately, I’ve been straight up obsessed with pajama pants. Ok, maybe not actual pajama pants, but pants that strongly resemble the said loungewear piece. What’s not to love? They are comfy, breezy, and super cool (at least in my mind)…le boyfriend has his own opinion on this one.

This pair is from Zara, and I love how it billows in the wind, creating almost a maxi-skirt-like effect. Breezy, I’m telling you!

So what’s your take? Should pajama-looking pants stay indoors? Let me know in the comments!

I Wore: Top, Pants, Shoes – Zara; Bag – c/o Ecco; Bracelet – Urban Outfitters; Sunglasses – Ray Ban (c/o Lenscrafters)

What I Wore: Here Comes the Sun

Last weekend was all about moms everywhere…and of course, one of the first days it actually felt like spring! Finally. Which is why I spent most of my time outdoors: brunching at SCHOOL’s patio, admiring cherry blossoms in High Park, and spending lots of time with my tiny nephew at a playground. Sometimes, the simplest things in life are the ones that bring you the most joy. In my case, it was one of the best weekends in a while…food, sunshine, and the cutest little boy in the entire world (I might be slightly biased). I couldn’t ask for more.

I Wore: Jeans – Gap; Top – Forever21; Blazer – Zara; Shoes – Aldo x Flare; Sunglasses – H&M; Backpack - Chanel; Rings – YSL, Max & Chloe; Bear Hat – H&M

What I Wore: Happy Birthday, Dear Style Blog!

2 years. 734 posts. 2426 comments. 50,000+ unique visitors each month. Great new friends. Dozens of amazing events. And…fashion, fashion, fashion, fashion!

Thank you so much, my dear readers, for tuning in week after week, for reading my random ramblings, and for supporting my little bloggity-blog. I really do love your comments, your emails, and meeting you in person! Here’s to another year of fun, fashion, and making friends!

xoxos,

Nelia

Style Blog

What I Wore: Tank Top, Jacket – Gap; Skirt – Winners (super old); Boots – Zara; Canvas Bag – The Bay; Sunglasses – Ray Ban; Rings – Max and Chloe, H&M

What I Wore: Ben Barry Models Photoshoot

Remember that time I told you about my photoshoot with Lily & Lilac for Ben Barry Models? Well, here is the result! It was so tough to choose the photos to put into my book, but with some helpful advice, I chose these four. What do you guys think?

Photography by Lily & Lilac

Makeup by Boriana

Styling by yours truly

I Wore: 1: Dress – Zara; Jacket – Club Monaco; Boots – Proenza Schouler; Tights – H&M; Necklace – Forever21; 2: Dress – Lanvin for H&M; Turquoise Ring – YSL; Black Ring – H&M

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Style Blog, April 14th 2011 | Tags: Ben Barry Models, Boriana, Club Monaco, Forever21, H&M, Lanvin, Lily and Lilac, Photoshoot, Proenza Schouler, The Room, What I Wore, YSL, Zara
Posted in Fashion, What I Wore

What I Wore: Prada…Not

While I cannot afford a real Spring 2011 Prada dress (yet), this Zara substitute works just fine, don’t you think? I am loving the color combo and the cut of this easy shift. And coupled with the latest fave piece in my closet – the Alex Moto jacket from Club Monaco, this might just be my favorite outfit in a while. I still have to wear a coat over the jacket though…it’s just not warm enough. And apparently it won’t be getting better any time soon, we’ll get as much as 10cm of snow this week! If I ever find those lying groundhogs…

I Wore: Dress – Zara; Jacket – Club Monaco; Leggings – Aritzia; Sunglasses – H&M; Necklace – Forever21; Bag – Prada; Boots – Proenza Schouler (The Room)

Style Blog + Ben Barry Models

“I’m a model you know what I mean
And I do my little turn on the catwalk
Yeah on the catwalk on the catwalk yeah
I do my little turn on the catwalk”

Right Said Fred – Too Sexy

Don’t laugh, but I’m super-excited to share with you guys that I am now part of Ben Barry Agency’s amazing roster of models. Ben Barry Models represent fashion models of all ages, sizes, backgrounds, and abilities. Their goal? To create an inclusive and empowering fashion industry by helping brands authentically represent their consumers. We all know that consumers aren’t one size/age/ethnicity fit all. Every woman is beautiful in her own unique way, and it is imperative to have that beautiful diversity represented in the media. Ben Barry Models strive to do just that.

Last week, I finally got to have my test shoot, and I had THE.BEST.TIME! I got to style myself for the photoshoot, and I really enjoyed pulling the clothes for my outfits. I finally got to wear my Lanvin for H&M yellow dress, and boy, did I love wearing it!

And though, of course, I had a lot of fun being my own stylist/model for the day, I had a ton of help from other people…all props go to the amazing Liis Windischmann, who brought yummy snacks to keep us from passing out, provided valuable advice, and was there throughout the shoot to put me at ease, the brilliant photographer sisters Lily and Lilac, who guided me through the shoot with lots of encouragement, and of course, the beautiful make-up artist Boriana, who transformed me from blah to wa-wa-wee-wa. Thank you all for making this photoshoot an unforgettable experience! Can’t wait to see the final results of all the hard work.

As for what’s next? Not knowing is the exciting part. But if something cool happens, you’ll be sure to find out first, right here on Style Blog. Stay tuned?

I Wore: Alex Moto Jacket – Club Monaco; Striped Dress – Zara; Yellow Dress – Lanvin for H&M; Necklace – Forever21

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Style Blog, March 17th 2011 | Tags: Ben Barry, Ben Barry Models, Boriana, Club Monaco, Forever21, H&M, Lanvin, Liis Windischmann, Lily and Lilac, Models, Photoshoot, What I Wore, Zara
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