RESORT WEAR 2022 - BEACH SUMMER DRESS & WHAT I WORE IN BELIZE!

RESORT WEAR 2022 - BEACH SUMMER DRESS & WHAT I WORE IN BELIZE!

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RESORT WEAR 2002 & BEACH SUMMER DRESSES

After spending an amazing 10 days in Belize scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing and hanging out under the hot Caribbean sun, I feel rejuvenated after such a long, weird, winter! Belize was just the escape that I needed and of course I made sure to pack my suitcase with some new 2022 resort wear and a few of my all time favourite beach summer dresses. One of my favourite new pieces is definitely the L*Space Nico Dress I scored from Revolve and my new diamond tassel ripped denim shorts from Shop Cider. It was my first time shopping online at Shop Cider and although the wait for my order was a bit long (it took about 2-3 weeks to arrive) I was very happy with the majority of items I received and found my items to fit true to size.

If you have plans to go away or are just looking to get a head start on building a summer wardrobe, below you can find links to some beach summer dresses and resort wear 2022 items I’m currently wearing as well as others I am coveting!

2022 RESORT WEAR TRENDS

Just to recap, 2022 trends for resort wear were sheer/mesh and stretchy fabrics often seen in dresses, swimsuit cover-ups and maxi dresses; neutral’s like khaki shorts paired with a white poplin blouses and straw bucket hats; matching suiting in bright colours with a relaxed fit; dresses in bold colours with exposed midriffs; fringe skirts and dresses; drawstring tops and skirts; feathers accents; and sultry ‘going out dresses’ like a backless summer dresses or something that sparkles!

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HOW I LIKE TO STYLE BEACH SUMMER DRESSES

Accessories are key when it comes to styling beach summer dresses and resort wear. Obviously a good pair of sun glasses are a must and this summer big bold eyewear is on trend. Hats I would also consider a beach necessity as it keeps the sun off your face and protects your skin from aging. Bucket hats are still trending this summer as well as large brim straw hats! Beach bags and small clutches are also great to bring while on vacation to help you lug around all your stuff but choose something that is versatile, works with numerous outfits and can easily transition from day to night. Lastly, a good pair of sandals are a must! I think I brought 4 pairs of shoes to Belize and ended up wearing my sandals the majority of the time. Sometimes style only goes as far as what I’m comfortable in, especially when I’m on vacation!

2022 SUMMER ACCESSORIES

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OUTFIT #1 DETAILS:

Dress - REVOLVE - L*SPACE NICO DRESS - IN SIZE SMALL

Hat - LACK OF COLOR - ULTRA WIDE PALMER BOATER - IN SIZE SMALL

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DRESS ALTERNATIVES I FOUND ONLINE

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OUTFIT #2 DETAILS:

Top - ZARA -NO LONGER AVAILABLE - IN SIZE SMALL

Shorts - SHOP CIDER - DIAMOND TASSEL RIPPED DENIM SHORTS - IN SIZE MEDIUM

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TOP ALTERNATIVES I FOUND ONLINE

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OUTFIT #3 DETAILS:

Top - REVOLVE - LOVERS AND FRIENDS SEE YA TOP - IN SIZE SMALL

Skirt - ZARA - NO LONGER AVAILABLE - IN SIZE SMALL

Hat - LACK OF COLOR - ULTRA WIDE PALMER BOATER - IN SIZE SMALL

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SKIRT ALTERNATIVES I FOUND ONLINE

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OOTD: MARCH 14, 2022 - WIDE LEG JEANS OUTFIT INSPO

WIDE LEG JEANS OUTFIT INSPO! - SHOP THIS OUTFIT BELOW!

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WIDE LEG JEANS OUTFIT!

After spending the last two and a half years in an assortment of comfy leisurewear, the thought of sliding on some skinny jeans feels constraining, and it looks like I’m not the only one that feels this way.

Baggy and wide leg pants have become one of the newest pant trends for 2022 and, to be honest, it has got me a bit wrapped up in nostalgic memories from my youth when flared pants and grunge was cool.

Last fall both wide leg high rise jeans and low rise baggy pants were all over the runways for Spring Summer 2022, and ‘relaxed pants’ was definitely a collective theme in New York, Paris and Milan. I have seen fashion taste-makers like Bella Hadid, Hailey Baldwin and Rihanna all sport wide leg jean outfits and nothing feels more ‘right’ than following suit.

A quick rummage through my own closet had me pulling out a few different options for wide leg pants including a few high waisted culottes that totally fit this trend. I was missing the one thing I was after however, a great pair of wide leg high waisted jeans. So I got to work.

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HOW TO STYLE WIDE LEG JEANS

Wide leg pants generally give you a slender appearance and even more so when paired with a high waisted design.

When going for a casual look I will pair my high wasted wide leg jeans with a baggy band t-shirt or cropped sweater and some sneakers. This is how I wear my wide leg jeans most of the time and it’s a comfortable upgrade from my usual leisurewear.

If I feel like dressing them up a little, I’ll add some heels and a micro bag with a pop of colour, a crop top, and an oversized trench coat. Alternatively, I’ve also seen people keep their sneakers, add a crop top and a cropped blazer jacket, put their hair in a low bun, add some sunnies, a microbe and some gold jewelry, and they’re off to the races.

If you’re not that into grunge I’d avoid buying any ripped wide leg pants but if you are, one super authentic way to go grunge with your wide leg pants is to shop vintage! There are so many options out there and when you score a unique pair of wide leg jeans they become one of the most coveted items in your closet. Also considering the environmental impact of producing jeans (it takes 7,500 litres of water to make one pair of jeans), you can feel good about it too.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

Sweater - GARAGE - ELOISE SWEATER V-NECK - IN SIZE SMALL

Pants - ZARA - WIDE LEG HIGH WAISTED JEANS - IN SIZE 4

Purse - VINTAGE - MOSCHINO FANNY PACK

Shoes - FILA - NO LONGER AVAILABLE- SIZE 7

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WIDE LEG HIGH RISE JEANS I FOUND ONLINE

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OOTD: FEBRUARY 12, 2022 - HOW TO STYLE CARGO PANTS

Cargo Pants are in and this pair of White Cargo Pants is giving me life!

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CARGO PANTS 2022 TREND!

Move over skinny jeans, it’s time for cargo pants to shine, and it looks like the fashion world agrees.

Cargo pants have become one of the newest pant trends for 2022 and I could not be more ready to switch things up. I’m all about those cute denim alternatives, especially after learning how much water is needed to produce one pair of jeans (it’s 7,500 litres by the way) and it looks like we can finally ditch denim for more lightweight fabrics. Baggy pants were all over the runways for Spring Summer 2022, and ‘relaxed pants’ was definitely the collective theme.

I always loved a utility look so I am thrilled to see cargo pants are in style this season and I know I’ll be incorporating more of them into my wardrobe as we move towards warmer weather. I also love the comfiness of baggy pants but know how unflattering they can quickly become if not worn correctly so to help you achieve that super chic outfit you are after, here are some personal styling tips and a breakdown of my thought process when putting together this outfit.

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HOW TO STYLE CARGO PANTS

When I was shopping for a cargo pant I wanted something high waisted and wide leg to make me look tall (I’m 5’4) and slender. Thankfully, the majority of styles I was seeing online varied between wide leg pants and jogger.

WIDE LEG CARGO PANTS VS JOGGER CARGO PANTS

As a rule of thumb, wide leg pants generally give you a slender appearance where joggers will accentuate your bodies natural curves. If you want to show off those curves, jogger cargo pants are the way to go, otherwise a wide leg creates straight lines which can help you achieve a more slender figure.

When styling this outfit I knew pairing my new cargo pants with a crop top and heels always helped make my legs look longer and give me a taller, slender appearance so I opted in for a neutral PVC sandal and an Artizia vest I recently bought with built in shoulder pads. I tucked my new vest into my bra to make it appear cropped and instantly, the wide shoulders created this upside down triangle shape that drew attention to my now visible waist and made it look smaller.

To break up the outfits monotone colour palette I added brown accessories with matching colour hardware which complimented the outfit beautifully. Considering the pants fit great around my thighs but lose around my waist, utilizing a belt help me create a ‘paper bag’ waist effect that accentuated its tiny appearance as well as helped hold my pants up!

When it comes to alternative top options, a simple t-shirt can also work great with cargo pants as well as tucked in poplin blouses and cropped sweaters. If you want to go for a more casual look, swap in a chunky sneakers and you’re there. The possibilities are endless when it comes to cargo pants really, as long as they are relaxed and roomie.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

Top - ARITZIA - BABATON HAZLITT VEST - IN SIZE SMALL

Pants - ZARA - WIDE LEG CARGO PANTS IN OYSTER WHITE - IN SIZE 4

Belt - HERMES - H BELT BUCKLE & REVERSIBLE LEATHER STRAP

Purse - VINTAGE - PURCHASED IN MONTREAL!

Shoes - ZARA - VINYL SANDALS WITH METHACRYLATE HEEL

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OOTD: FEBRUARY 11, 2022 - WINTER VEST TREND BUT MAKE IT VINTAGE

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WINTER VEST TREND

Totally had to jump on the ‘winter vest trend’ that is currently going on for fall/winter 2021 especially since I already had this beautiful fur vest in my closet which I bought years ago while still at fashion school.

If I remember correctly, this fur vest was purchased in Kensington Market and cost me around $150. I did have to do some minor repairs around the arm holes but since I was in school for design, it was easy for me to hand sew and do myself. I remember, every time I wore this vest I got so many compliments on it and even had one Toronto condo developer come up to me while standing outside a restaurant on King Street West and offer to buy it off my back for an insane amount of money because his wife who he was with, loved it so much. I was so flattered but obviously couldn’t part with it. I’m sad to say that it has been hiding in my closet and storage for the last few years but now that I have moved and have all my stuff in one place again you can bet i’ll be busting it out more often.

I know it kind of sucks that it’s vintage for the purpose of this post and I can’t providing you with a link to purchase this exact product but that is not to say your local vintage store wont have something similar in their fur section for cheaper than you would have been able to find it online brand new (fur is expensive after all). I also encourage you to get creative and think outside the box as you can always find a fur jacket you like at a vintage store and have the arms removed to create an oversized vest. It’s an easy enough thing to do that you can probably do it yourself if you know how to hand sew or take it to a tailor. Hell, I’m sure your grandmother would do it for you if you asked nicely.

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VINTAGE STORES IN TORONTO

If you are ever looking for really good vintage finds and happen to be in Toronto, I highly recommend going to Kensington Market or wandering down Dundas between Ossington and Dufferin where you will find a bunch of vintage stores. Bloor Street West also has a bunch of vintage stores so if you are open to investing the time, I am sure the payoff will be worth it. Lastly, having just moved to Little Portugal in Toronto, I did stumble across a great outdoor vintage clothing flee market at the end of last summer that goes on every weekend in the summer. It is such a vibe and always fun to check out. Usually there is a DJ and a bunch of cool vendors so I highly recommend checking it out. I believe it is starting back up in March!

OUTFIT DETAILS:

Fur Vest - VINTAGE - BOUGHT FROM A VINTAGE STORE IN KENSINGTON MARKET, TORONTO

Some winter vest alternatives that I’m loving include:

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Top - ZARA - GOLD BUTTON LONG BLOUSE - IN SIZE XS

Pants - ZARA - NO LONGER AVAILABLE BUT HERE IS A GREAT ALTERNATIVE - FLARED BI-STRETCH LEGGINGS - IN SIZE SMALL

Purse - CHANEL - VINTAGE (WAS MY MOMS) - NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Shoes - ALDO - CASSEDY BLACK LEATHER NUBUCK STILETTO - IN SIZE 7

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