Bare Necessity: The Striped Doman

This striped dolman top has become a relentless staple in my wardrobe (aaaand OF COURSE, it's striped).  It's one of those pieces that you know you can depend on when in doubt.  And by this I mean those mornings where I've slept-in and am scrambling about half blind and grabbing through clothes strewn across my floor.  In those times of need, this beloved dolman top is there.  If you haven't got a dolman style top, I highly suggest you invest in one!  And it's not even an investment, really; mine cost me just $5 from an underground subway station vendor in Seoul.  And I know these things are all over the interwebs for cheap.

I particularly love slightly oversized (duh) dolmans because, well, they cover EVERYTHING.  Bloated?  Taken care of.  Buffet brunch?  NO PROBLEM!  Paired with a fitted bottom, you will look effortlessly put-together.  Make your friends jelly-sauce.  Get a dolman top.  You're welcome ;).

Striped Dolman Top: Street Shopping in Seoul  |  Zipper Skinnies: Forever21

Ballet flats: Ardene  |  Studded Duffle: Little Black Bag

Boring Hair: unwashed  |  Bright Matte Lips: Joe Fresh

Top Knot: not time-consuming  |  Necklace: Forever21  |  Anorak Jacket: UGIZ Korea

Happy Thursday All!

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Blush & Studs

Last week I posted the OOTD above, but with my studded duffle bag from Little Black Bag.  I actually took two bags out on that outfit shoot, so I wanted to share the rest of the photos with the Lionel Kaley Satchel in Blush.  This pale-studded-beauty is also from Little Black Bag.  I've already raved about this bag in my March LBB Haul post, so you can check that out if you'd like.  And full outfit details can be found in my last OOTD post here.  I'm just posting these purely for your viewing pleasure (you're welcome).  Enjoy... =).

Full outfit details here.

Full outfit details here.

Lionel Kaley Satchel in Blush

Lionel Kaley Satchel in Blush

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Stripes and Bright Lips

Before I throw the typical jumble of non-sensical words at your face, I just have to mention that the gracious and giving Mother Nature pooped on us again today.  It snowed.  It hailed.  It rained.  There was slush everywhere.  It sucked.  Now, we can move on...

Despite what I just said about how much the weather CRAPPED on us today, it IS technically "Spring" here in Toronto.  Since the weather has been getting better (again, despite today's Armageddon of ice), the Boyf and I have been able to take to the streets again with his camera!  *Yay*

Anyway, I have been OBSESSING over two trends for Spring 2013: Black & White and Bright Matte Lips!  The particular lippy worn above is indeed the same as the one I'm wearing in my previous post.  It is a Joe Fresh matte lipstick in Melon.  You can pick up Joe Fresh cosmetics at your local Loblaws (if you're in Ontario).  I'm not sure if the clothing stores actually carry the cosmetics; I think some do, and some don't.  Definitely check out these matte lipsticks though because they are great quality and only $6 a pop!

Jacket: UGIZ Korea  ||  Striped T: American Apparel  ||  Zippered Skinnies: Forever21  ||  Bag: Little Black Bag

These are my beaten up and dirty shearling-lined TOMS.  The Boyf actually got these for me last Spring.  Love 'em!

Meet my Boyf/Photog-extroadinaire:  Ryan <3

Hope you all had a wonderful Thursday!  And if you didn't...well, at least it's Friday tomorrow =).

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The Head Scarf

All above head scarves can be found at Urban Outfitters.  Also, this is a poorly photoshopped collage by me =).

Call me obsessed, but this little head accessory has me falling at its feet (if head scarves had feet, that is).  If you browse through my old posts, you'll know that I frequently fancy a bow or scarf on my head-space, and I have long since been obsessed with American Apparel Twist Scarves (see here, here, and here).  Unfortunately, these wire-y twist scarves can't really be worn with your hair up in a bun.  They annoyingly slide up the back of your head making you look like an awkward 3rd grader that was just swinging upside-down on a jungle gym.

So on that note, I am officially obsessed with non-wirey headband/head wrap/head scarf/kerchief things!  They magically make you and your lazy, dirty, hair look suddenly put together and awesome!  Don't wash your hair everyday?  FOOL EVERYONE!

I am loving the ease of this bun-and-headscarf look, and I'm so glad it's still on trend for 2013!  Here's my take on the adorable look:

Head Scarf: DIY (let me know if you'd like to learn!)  |  Matte Lips:  Joe Fresh in Melon

On another note, I've been updating my Facebook page a lot more lately.  Please 'Like' it if the mood strikes =).

Happy Hump Day All!

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Flowers in the Fall II

As promised, my crusade of wearing florals for what remains of Fall continues!  Last weekend (after surviving the leftovers of Hurricane Sandy) my boyfriend and I took a walk to a nearby park.  Everything -- and I mean EVERYTHING, was covered with leaves.  The windy weather seems to have blown all the leaves to the ground quite early, and theres nothing but naked trees till the snow starts to fall here in Toronto.

10 Canadian Fashion Bloggers -- a pleasant surprise!

Oh, woe was me, as I've been completely blinded by the gigantic dust cloud of high-profile fashion bloggers from everywhere BUT Canada.  Admit it, they're (we're) everywhere.  Being a social media (namely Instagram) junkie, I am constantly updated on the current wares of bloggers like Aimee Song and Chiara Ferragni.  I seriously started to wonder where all of the (obviously) cool Canadian style mavens were hiding.  Then, like a light beaming down on me from the dust cloud above, came Fashion Magazine's article on MOON Apparel's choice of ambassadors. 

Still alive.

Hello lovely darlings!  I know, I know.  It's been more than an entire month since my last post!  And a lot (more or less) has been happening since then!  A lot of things have been changing in my life in the past few months, and I'm finally settleling into a new chapter of my life.   In the span of 6-7 months I went from moving back home to live with my parents in the little city I grew up in and being partially unemployed  (and starting this blog in my copious amounts of spare time), scoring an awesome summer internship in a big city, living in a little stinky craphole of an apartment (excuse my french), getting a fulltime grown-up job, finding a new apartment, living on my sister's couch for a month (the end of my lease and start of my new one were off by a month)--and now I'm FINALLY moved in to my new place!  Pretty crazy how much changes in so little time!  And with no warning or signs of change. 

 

When I started this blog, I had big dreams--and I still do.  I've just been so busy and all over the place in the past few months that I've just had no time to really dedicate myself to this project. Once I get my internet set up at my new (cute) apartment, I will be giving more attention to thelittledandy.com.  I do apologize for my absence.  However, if you follow me on instagram @thelittledandy, you'll know that I am still logging my style on a regular basis! 

 

Here are some instagram snap shots of the last few months of summer...and moving into to fall.  Oh, and...i ombre'd my stupid-long hair!

 

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

A Tiger and Its Stripes

I'm Floral

Today my floral self...

Headband and other things.

I couldn't post my outfit from yesterday because I had a splitting headache when I got home so I just went straight to bed!  This is also the only photo I took of what I was wearing =(.

• Heather headband - Club Monaco
• Fisherman's Pullover in Black - American Apparel
• Winter Leggings in Black - American Apparel

Pretty boring stuff.  All black.  Very warm.  Very cozy.  It was pretty cold yesterday!  Not to mention the snow!  However, today it has finally been getting warmer.  Tomorrow it's supposed to be 12degrees (celsius!).  Very exciting stuff :).  

Today was my one year anniversary with my boyfriend =).  I didn't have much time to take photos of what I was wearing today either, but it was nothing too exciting.  I did, however, find a photo on my phone of basically the exact same outfit which I wore months ago, haha.  So here it is:

• Dark denim twist scarf - street shopping in S. Korea (approx. $1CAD)
• Tiger sweatshirt - street shopping in S. Korea (approx. $10CAD)
• Dark denim skinny jeans - H&M ($25CAD)
• Pink sneakers - thrifted at Talize ($6CAD)

I also did a little bit of bargain shopping this weekend! =)

I got these jeans on sale at Joe Fresh for only $20CAD!  I needed a new pair of light denim for the warmer seasons to come, so...YAY!! =).  The shoes in the picture are vintage, I'll be doing a post about some recent vintage finds later on.  

Anyway, thank you for leaving such wonderful comments everyone!  And hello to all of my lovely new followers!

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outfit of the day.

Me today in layers, layers, layers! 

• Red wool cardigan - Joe Fresh
• Denim button-up - the Boyfriend's
• Cashmere Lily short-sleeved sweater - Club Monaco
• Leopard print cami - street shopping in S. Korea
• Black winter leggings - American Apparel
• Brown crocodile skin bag - vintage
• Gold & black ring - Club Monaco