My First Kimono

Top: Plato's Closet (Baluoke)

Kimono: Eight Sixty from Revolve {dress, pants, shirt dress, top, tank}

Shorts: Sirens

Flower Crown: Stitches {similar}

Yes, I know, this is my first ever kimono I'm a little late to the party. I've always liked the look and idea of a kimono but have never been able to find one I liked. Whether it was pattern, shape or price, something always turned me off. Finally I found this gorgeous one at Plato's Closet.  The colors on this one are so pretty together and it almost reminds me of a water color design. Another thing I really like is the fit. This one is a size large and I'm happy it was large because it's got that oversized feel and I'm not sure how much I would like it if it were small and shorter or more fitted. Not to mention it was only $12 at Plato's and retails for nearly $100. I couldn't find the kimono (must be sold old) but I found all the pieces in the Eight Sixty collection in this pattern. They are all so gorgeous! 

My shirt is another find from Plato's Closet. Fun fact: this shirt is actually supposed to be a dress. I had purchased it believing it was a dress I could wear with this kimono. It was in the medium dress section & the tag read medium so why bother trying on? Once I got home I realized why change rooms exists. I noticed the original retail tag was still attached and that it was in Chinese language and cringed. If you've ever bought clothing from an Asian store then you know it fits no one! The "dress" didn't even cover my bum and it's supposed to be worn off the shoulders ! Luckily it looks just as cute as a fitted shirt :) 

Royal Blue & Cut-outs

Dress: Sirens

Heels: Charlotte Russe -sold out-

Necklace: Forever21

Watch: Geneva 

The pictures are a bit dark and the head lights from the cars are screwing up the lighting but at least you can appreciate the outfit. Unfortunately Sirens doesn't have a website so I can't show you the dress but hopefully you can see the lace cut out details on the waist and neckline. I also love this shade of blue on me! 

This was our view while dining at The Keg! The people with window seats were the luckiest. I'm not going to lie, I felt pretty fabulous at this restaurant. It was on the 9th floor of one of the tallest hotels (with amazing window walls all around) and they had free valet parking! 

B&W Sunflowers

 Top: Gojane -sold out-  also styled here

Maxi Skirt: Plato's Closet {similar} recently styled here

Hat: Brandy Melville -sold out-{similar}also styled here

Necklace: Forever21

Are you getting tired of this skirt yet? The possibilities are endless. 

Tomboy Meets Classic

Wife Beater Tank: Bluenotes {similar}

Blazer: Urban Behaviour -old-

Pants: Young & Faded (Nordstrom) thrifted from Plato's {cheaper option}

Heels: Dailylook

First off, these pictures came out huge & I apologize! 

This week we took a mini vacation/date night to Niagara Falls with a little help from 

Groupon. We got a one night stay in Hotel Ramada, 4 wine tours & tastings, a tour of the Chocolate F/X factory (above), $15 to IHOP, $30 to The Keg, and $20 to the Outback Restaurant. Did I mention it was only $79 + tax? If you are interested in our deal, it's still available here! P.S. The Ramada Hotel was excellent, they gave us a free upgrade to a Jacuzzi Suite room :) 

These photo's were taken outside the Chocolate F/X factory. We got to see how they make chocolate (starting from the harvesting of cocoa fruit, right down to moulding and packaging) then we got to taste it. We sampled a chocolate covered strawberry and some ice wine truffles. Needless to say, it was amazing.

Now onto the outfit...I love mixing tom boy pieces with classic girly pieces. The way these pants contrast with these heels is awesome! This style of heel is so flattering on everyone, I can't stop looking at my feet when I wear these. They make feet look pretty. Also, I could have easily gone without the blazer and next time I probably will.

Bejewelled Pink

Top: Forever21

Skirt:  Gojane

Wedges: Gojane -old- 

Wallet: Michael Kors 

On Friday we went to Niagara Falls for lunch. It is such a beautiful place. There is always so much going on and things to see/do. They have a lot of amazing back drop opportunities too! If I lived here my photos would be much more interesting. I am embracing this warm weather with open arms, I can't get enough.