The Art of Living by Carrie MacPherson
I love New Year's Eve, but I don't love going OUT on NYE. That's why this year, we've decided to spend NYE at home with a few friends and a few bottles of bubbly. That doesn't mean that I won't dress up! I hadn't planned on investing in a new dress for NYE, but when ...
A look borrowed from the boys, the Bobbie coat by Sosken Studios (by Montreal designer, Marisa Minicucci) is a nice alternative to some of the label's more feminine coats. I didn't buy it, but borrowed it for this photo shoot. It also comes in: black, dark green and navy. Camel is more classy, don't you ...
One of the must-have items for these early fall days, is a blanket cape. Whether it’s plaid, houndstooth or a solid colour – it’s the perfect piece to throw over a casual outfit for a cozy but chic look. I picked this outfit out at Louwana Creek on Laurier West because I loved the pants ...
Shopping for workout clothes is not my favourite sport, but now that there’s a new boutique on Laurier West that caters to fashion-conscious fitness fans, I’ve been warming up to it. Louwana Creek carries a great selection of local and on-trend activewear. Instead of sporting one brand head-to-toe (I’m referring to the Lulu-lemming types), here ...
A few years ago, a friend asked me if I wanted to attend an auction. I immediately thought of the livestock auctions that my father would bring me to when I was a kid. I remembered the smell of animals, dust and hay. I liked to tag along to hear the auctioneers and to see ...
I don't do well in extreme weather, so the arrival of Fall is always an exciting time for me. In my excitement for the change of seasons, I already swapped my Summer and Autumn wardrobes last weekend. Pulling turtlenecks, thick sweaters, long skirts and wool pants out of storage, to me, is like reuniting with ...
A lifestyle blog about my idea of a happy existence. From food to fitness, fashion and decor, to travel or just how to stay put and relax in style. My goal is to live each day elegantly.
