Still Jenny From the Block

 Shoppalu pieces: Alternative Apparel Rose Klein dot skirt (on sale for $60 at STYLE/STALK, down from $75)

Other pieces: H&M tank, belt and wedges, bag c/o Mary Nichols
Poshlocket pieces: Cassidy Nouveau gold bracelet ($45 US), Leona Ripple ring ($22 US), 
Sabina Hinge bracelet ($38 US), Waverly Slinky earrings ($22 US)

When I was on my way out to shoot this I asked Matt if this was a little too ghetto-fabulous/Jenny-from-the-block-esque. He didn’t seem to understand what that meant so we went out and shot it anyway, and upon coming home and  reviewing the pictures, I decided yes….yes this is extraordinarily Jenny-from-the-block-esque. But whatever, though the high bun + heavy gold combo was a bit of a departure from what I normally do, it’s always good for even people who are really committed to their normal style to try something new out, and now I know to not wear my hair like this ever again! It’s totally a J-Lo bun isn’t it?

Anyway, the dot skirt from the curated sale I did with Shoppalu and STYLE/STALK is amazing, so comfy! And though it’s cooled down now, when we shot these the summer was at its peak in terms of heat, so these comfy, breathable separates were perfection.

I’m also wearing some beautiful gold pieces from my lookbook with Poshlocket – that Cassidy Nouveau necklace was probably one of my favourite pieces out of the whole lookbook, I love how it strikes a balance between being delicate while also packing impact!

Agh guys I’m booking my flight back to Van so soon and I’m so excited to see my dog, my family, my friends, my blogger friends, the ocean, everything! As anyone who has an old pet knows, it can be really stressful being away from them, especially if they run into any health complications while you’re gone (which poor Bailey did right at the beginning of the summer), so I’m so happy to go home to visit my old boy and see him healthy and well.

Happy Thursday everyone 🙂

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21 Comments

  1. 8.16.12
    Heather said:

    LOL you are to funny. I don't think it's too Jenny from the block. Maybe if the skirt was short and if you had darker lipstick color on. But I love the bun, skirt, and lip color. 🙂

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  2. 8.16.12
    Asher said:

    looooove that skirt!!!!

  3. 8.16.12

    Great use of blue/brown hues in photo. Nothing wrong w/ a little JLO

  4. 8.16.12

    you look great!

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  5. 8.16.12

    Haha I don't think this look is too jenny from the block! I loove that necklace it's such an amazing piece and so is the polka dot skirt. I really love the brown belt and bag with this look too
    xJennaD

  6. 8.16.12

    Tear! I cant believe your internship and time in toronto is coming to a close really hope you enjoyed it! and I think I may have asked you already but who does your shots? or how do you take them? they turn out beautifully. and what camera do you use?

  7. 8.16.12

    I love your hair like that, I can't believe you don't like it! I think it looks really pretty and sophisticated. I love the whole outfit as well, especially that skirt!

  8. 8.16.12

    It may be a tad Jenny from the Block but it's mostly just a lot of awesome – that skirt and necklace are a great pairing. I hope you have a safe trip home!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

  9. 8.16.12
    Cee said:

    I will admit, pally… The bun doesn't really suit you 🙂 But the rest of this look really is lovely. But then, I have a thing for gold jewelry. Preferably lots of it. And red lipstick, too. I probably have a few ghetto fabulous moments myself! Cannot wait to see you when you get back!
    xox,
    Cee

  10. 8.16.12
    April Lyn said:

    Great accessories, esp love that stone cuff! I hope Bailey is ok, I am the same way with my pug – he's only 4 but I live in a hot summer climate which is dangerous for him. Always rushing home! Dog lovers….

    xx
    April Lyn
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  11. 8.16.12

    i love everything about this outfit and I think your hair look great like that!! seriously!! that skirt paired with the simple white tank is awesome!!
    Jess
    JESS CAUSE BLOG

  12. 8.16.12
    jules said:

    haha i think you look great, even if you are channeling jenny from the block!

    that necklace is gorgeous 🙂

    xo julesinflats.com

  13. 8.16.12
    Petra said:

    wow that skirt is so beautiful. love it
    xo, Petra

    http://www.sweetsoflife86.blogspot.com

  14. 8.16.12

    I love the high bun, so chic!

    Marta of WithLoveGabrielle.com

  15. 8.16.12
    Kacie said:

    Haha! You are too funny! I think your hair looks good in a bun!

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  16. 8.16.12
    Hattitude said:

    Hattitude Style Blog

    wow alex you look STUNNING! i love love love this outfit. you pull it off effortlessly. you are looking like an absolute dream!
    wow how the summer went quick! will you ever venture back to toronto? nice to be escaping the toronto winter though and heading back to van city!

    talk soon wild child
    -Hattie
    Hattitude Style Blog

  17. 8.17.12
    HEYLJ.COM said:

    Pretty outfit 🙂 and that lip color looks amazing on you!

    HEYLJ
    http://WWW.HEYLJ.COM/

  18. 8.17.12
    Marisa said:

    I quite like your hair up in a bun like this! And I don't think you look ghetto-fabulous-Jenny-from-the-block-esque at all! All the pieces you're wearing are lovely, and your lipstick colour is super fab 🙂

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

  19. 8.17.12
    Shannon said:

    You look so cute!!!! Love your skirt.

    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

  20. 8.18.12

    I think you look so pretty in these pictures – not Jenny-from-the-block-ish at all! The skirt is fabulous!

  21. 8.20.12
    Gabriele said:

    one of the prettiest outfits ive ever seen from you.. love it! 🙂

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