Deep Sea

Hunter boots, Club Monaco dress, blazer c/o Club Monaco, necklace c/o Keltie Leanne,
Marc by Marc Jacobs bag, bracelets c/o INPink, KV Bijou, Gap Canada & JewelMint

There’s no way of getting around it: if you live in Vancouver, you absolutely, 110% need a good pair of rain boots. When you wake up in the morning and look out your window to the city’s usual misty, perma-wet state, it can be really hard to resist groaning, throwing on the comfiest (and waterproof) outfit in your closet and yanking on your gumboots without much thought. More often than not, when we go through a long stretch of wetness like we currently are, that’s what I end up doing; however, the days that I challenge myself to still make an effort despite needing to weatherproof my toesies are always infinitely better days than the ones when I just give up.

I’ve found that it’s all about double-layering your tights, throwing on cozy accessories (like this big printed scarf, one of my favourites out of my collection) and piling on jewelry to add some touch of glamour. I’m especially enamoured with this beautiful Deep Ocean Necklace by Keltie Leanne Designs. I was all about rich purples a couple months ago, but lately I’ve been feeling a huge pull to deep sea tones (think dark greens and blues). Who knows, maybe Pantone’s emerald pick has something to do with it, or maybe it’s the fact that I feel like I’m water treading constantly in all this rain so I might as well be in the ocean. Either way, this necklace and its stunning London blue topaz stone could not have come into my life at a better time.

In other news, it seems like I may be coming down with something…I was feeling off Saturday and attributed it at the time to being the DD the night before and not getting to sleep till late, but when my headache and exhaustion didn’t wear off the next day and I started getting bad chills, it became pretty clear that I must have caught a bug. Hot water with lemon, lots of fresh fruit and rest is on the agenda today…hoping to reach a full recovery by tonight! Let me know if you have any amazing home remedies!

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  1. 1.28.13
    Alissa said:

    I love that scarf, the texture is divine and sooo luxurious looking! I love that you dressed up so classically on a rainy day!

  2. 1.28.13

    Such a pretty look 🙂

  3. 1.28.13
    Marsa said:

    gorgeous as always!
    i love that paisley scarf too. and im so jealous of your hunters!!

    -Marsa
    The DayLee Journal

  4. 1.28.13
    Asher said:

    LOVE that dress!

  5. 1.28.13
    RoselyC said:

    Hope you feel better. You look beautiful. Lovely scarf.

  6. 1.28.13
    Naomi said:
  7. 1.28.13

    beautiful look..i like it!!! kisses from Spain!!

  8. 1.28.13

    LOVE this look…adore the scarf. I have a similar one(ish) in browns and gold tones. It is one of my faves and instantly adds something more wow to my casual outfits. I think it's the weather that's making us all sick (as I'm writing this in a t-shirt, sweater, with another sweater layered overtop).
    Hope you feel better…drink lots of tea,keep a heating pad on to beat the chills, rest, and loads of Vit. C is my usual routine.
    Jen P.
    http://www.prairiegirlinthecity.com

  9. 1.28.13

    Completely random and not post related but I was wondering if you do anything specific to get your lipstick to look so great? Do you use a primer and lip liner or just throw on your color and go?

  10. 1.28.13

    I love your Outfit, you look really dishy wearing your long Hunter Rubber Wellingtons with Tights.
    Carole
    xx

  11. 1.28.13

    that scarf is amazing! I need to wear my Hunters more often! and I am obsessed with that belt.. I need to get one like that!

    iambornlippy.blogspot.ca

  12. 1.28.13

    LOVE this look! love the scarf and hunters!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

  13. 1.28.13

    You really are gorgeous! Love the red lippie touch! <3<3

    http://lovesushiandfashion.blogspot.com.es/

  14. 1.28.13

    You always wear the lovliest, richest colors! So pretty! Doubling up on tights is a must in NY also! I hope you feel better!!
    ~Sara
    Sincerely, Sara

  15. 1.28.13

    This outfit is so perfect, I love how you're rocking your hunters here. I really think I need to invest in an emerald blazer now! Love the cozy scarf too
    I feel like i'm coming down with something too, definitely lots of tea and sleep.
    xJennaD

  16. 1.28.13

    the scarf totally make the outfit here, it's awesome!!

  17. 1.28.13

    you have a great collection of scarves — love this one on you! xo

    http://allthingsprettyandlittle.blogspot.com/

  18. 1.28.13

    Jason and I want to visit the northwest one day so we will be sure to bring rain boots…after we buy rain boots for wet Indy! 😉

    Chao
    Poppie
    http://thepoppie.com

  19. 1.28.13

    I love my Hunter Wellingtons and wear them whatever the weather and seeing you with your Wellingtons on makes me very happy you look so sweet.
    Julie
    xoxox

  20. 1.28.13
    Stefani said:

    Beautiful! The dress is really nice and looks great with Hunter boots!
    xx

  21. 1.28.13

    Absolutely gorgeous, love the layering here. And totally swear by my rainboots here in Boston as well! Hope you feel better very soon!
    xx, Emily
    http://soanthro.com

  22. 1.29.13

    The scarf makes that outfit, but the whole thing is great. And I am in love with the little delicate necklace!

  23. 1.29.13
    Lilly said:

    Love this color combination! The lips add a perfect pop of color!

  24. 1.29.13
    Erin said:

    I never thought to double layer tights, but that is brilliant! I love the proportion of this dress on you, and the scarf does add the perfect cozy but chic vibe to the outfit.

    -Erin-
    OneTwoSummer

  25. 1.29.13

    Love that scarf!
    Olive & Ivy

  26. 1.29.13

    love this look!
    <3

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  27. 1.29.13
    t said:

    Nice scarf! Surprisingly I don't wear my rainboots much!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

  28. 1.29.13
    Cathy said:

    Loving the mix of blues and greens! It's mostly warm year round here in Texas so I never thought about the double layering tights idea, but that is smart! Be sure to check out my style inspiration shoutout to you in my most recent post 🙂

    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

  29. 1.29.13

    gorgeous scarf… and I especially noticed your cheeks and lips! Gorgeous red hue. They look great against the greycouver background.

    Hope you feel better soon!

  30. 1.29.13

    Stunning outfit! I love the addition of your scarf and how you layered this all.
    Isn’t That Charming.

  31. 1.29.13

    I have been on the hunt for Hunter boots. I live in Portland, Or – also notoriously rainy for most of the year. The fact that I don't own a pair of rain boots is kinda ridiculous. I love that you've dressed up the boots here. And I'm particularly liking the belt pop – looks great.

    Try sambucus (elderberry syrup) and Zicam. My tried and true trusted remedies when coming down with something.

    xo,
    C

  32. 1.29.13

    I've heard something about raw honey and cinnamon…you should probably google it! Feel better girl:)! You look gorgeous as usual! Love your dress and your scarf!

  33. 1.29.13
    Well... said:

    I swear, you have the absolute best scarf collection <3

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  34. 1.29.13

    Oh no hope you aren't coming down with the flu! Hope you feel better soon!
    Alex, you are the only person I know who can make Hunter boots look so fabulous! I love the dress you've paired them with; this whole look has a very understated elegance!

    Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

  35. 1.29.13
    Sam said:

    Hi Alexandra, I wouldn't have considered forest green before but seeing how you've worn and styled it, I am so intrigued to try it out, beautiful outfit!

  36. 1.29.13

    Hola guapa!! acabo de conocer tu blog y me quedo a seguirte, la verdad que me gusta tu estilo, compuesto de básicos genial combinados.

    un besito desde http://contaconesenlaciudad.blogspot.com.es/

  37. 1.29.13

    Beautiful outfit! Loving the hair and loving the scarf!

  38. 1.29.13

    Love your tunic and your scarf is so amazing!

    xo
    Caroline

    http://lovecarolineblog.blogspot.com/

  39. 1.30.13

    So elegant, I love it and the scarf is pure love, it fits so well with your tan <3
    Would you like to follow each other?

  40. 1.31.13
    Faith said:

    gorgeous, as always. loving your scarf. and i agree, during this crazy weather i love having my Hunters.

  41. 2.18.13

    You look so gorgeous! I love the lipcolor and your gorgeous scarf.

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