Fashion for everyone

One thing I've learned at school so far is that fashion school is not quite what the movies make it out to be. It's still school, and there isn't flashing lights and supermodels all the time. Who knew?!? Ha!

Somedays, it really does feel like a little surreal. This particular afternoon, a couple friends (Erica and Marisa) and I decided to sneak out into the sun while on break. That is something I love about fashion school: like minded people! Impromptu photoshoots? Check!

Forgive the gratuitous photos of me here, I think this is the first time y'all are seeing my new(ish) cape! I thrifted it for $3. which I think might make it my holy grail of capes!!! After seeing Erin's, I went on a mini-hunt for a similar style. That was resolved in record time! Cape love forever.

Deena and Ozzy hat.
Thrifted cape, shirt, belt.
Gift from Kate skirt.
American Apparel jersey belt as tie.
Joe Fresh Tights.
Hot Kiss wedges.

I've got an insane backlog of outfit posts from the summertime... which means lots of outfit posts coming your way!This blouse has got to be one of my favourite thrift store finds. The print is delightfully psychedelic! Just the right amount of obnoxious for me. As for the skirt, I scored it for $3 in a Salvation Army in Bellingham, WA. I considered shortening it when I originally bought it, which was actually about 2 years ago. After seeing many midi chiffon pleated skirts pop up all over the internet (and magazines), I realized that the original length was perfect as is!

Another bonus shot of Marisa's wonderful style. This was before the blue tips (clearly), but I love the lace shirt layered with all black.

Wanted Shoes was so kind to send a pair of oxford heels a little while ago! I'd be searching for quite some time for a pair, but nothing quite fit the bill. I love the cone heel, and the contrast detail on the vamp. I'd be lying if I said I haven't been tempted to wear them with almost every outfit this week. I'm a lucky gal!

This top is from an excellent boutique at Main & 10th called The Archtype. Mitzi and I had been there together about a year ago. When we revisited it on my birthday, we discovered that the stock has gotten much better since then. They carry many wholesale independent designers that I didn't realize were available in Vancouver! If you are on Main, you should pop by.

In other news: Marisa dyed her ends blue! She was already super gorgeous, but I feel like the colored tips take her to...anotha level!!! Har har. Admire her aqua locks!

Another silly date after school on Wednesday with Marisa. This time we went to Dressew and lingered in the "bridal" section. I don't know why, but I always want to wear bridal headwear for daytime. Most of the time I hope that no one notices the resemblance to bridal accouterments...

Say hello to one of my newly acquired monster wedges. I splurged at Urban Outfitters as a sort of early birthday present to myself...I can't say that they are all that comfortable but they are very pretty to look at. Sometimes, that's all that matters.

We ate lunch at La Taqueria that day, one of my favourite haunts on W. Hastings. Tasty lunches and very cute boys (seriously, one of them is a dead ringer for Jake Gyllenhaal. I do not kid about these things). Basically two things I love in the same place. WIN.

Julian Briggs  is one of my favorite people; stylish, handsome, charming and witty! Sigh. I loved that we accidentally psuedo matched each other on this particular day, and that we were able to shoot some sweet photos while thrifting in Richmond. Afternoons with him and Marisa have some of my favorite since moving to this city. Thanks again Marisa for the wonderful photos! By the way, I've been living in Vancouver for a year!!! I can't believe time has gone by so quickly!!!

The shirt featured in this post was only $2! Hawaiian print is one of my loves this summer, and I couldn't believe the deal I scored while in Seattle back in April at Red Light Vintage. If you ever visit Seattle, I highly recommend Red Light, they never disappoint!

I'd like to take a moment to thank the +800 followers here on blogger, and my +1000 followers on tumblr!!! Style is Style is over 3 years old now, and the growth I've experienced in the past months has been phenomenal. Thanks for being interested in my silly little musings here at Blogger.. As for tumblr, I'm still surprised that people enjoy my reposts of pretty frilly things and super high platforms. Thanks so much, I appreciate all of you <3 I really want to have a giveaway soon, stay on the lookout :)

Red Light Vintage hawaiian crop top.
Thrifted skirt.
Bluenotes miltary jacket.
UO neon socks.
Jellypop Daydream Wedges.

Our teacher brought in memorabilia for the 1960s portion of our fashion history class. Marisa brought her favorite Beatle (George) and my favorite Beatle (Ringo) together on a Beatle scarf. This is why we are friends...

Thrifted silk blouse.
H&M dress (as skirt).
American Eagle necklace.
Hot Topic lace tights.
Vintage boots from Adam's mom!

Sorry for not posting yesterday, homework likes to get the best of me.

I must say, ever since the SS11 shows last fall, I've been anxiously awaiting the rise of color blocking. I'm not sure it's really a trend, since I think it's never really out of style. I guess it's just really in this summer. Point being, I am happy to wear bright, obnoxious, solid colors all at once!

Julian and Marissa yet again accompanied me on adventures involving coffee shop existential convos, and jaywalking to do an alleyway photoshoot. Yes, we like to stop traffic. Oh also, let it be known that Julian DIY-ed that magnificent leather jacket. Delicious!

sidenote: These lovely wedges have since met their maker. After a night out, I discovered the wedge was completely split in half on both shoes, held together only by the soles. Still not sure how I did that to rubber wedges...

Thrifted blazer, blouse, skirt.
Joe Fresh tights.
Old Navy wedges.

Hangzone times with Marissa and Kate. The sun has been poking out occasionally, I think warmer weather might actually be on it's way!

Thanks to Iris and Daniel for featuring me on their post about color blocking on Chictopia! These two are very stylish BFFs, and their editorial posts for EIU are always my favourite. If you haven't seen them, you can find them on here (chictopia) and here (blogger)!

Blouse: Thrifted
Belt: Thrifted
Skirt: Thrifted
Coat: Fletcher by Lyell
Tights: Urban Outfitters
Shoe: Catwalk Heels c/o Modcloth