Sunday Blues

{Skirt: Spank, Shirt: H&M, Shoes: Value Village} Pics: Sam

Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads, & Happy Car Free Day!

This Time Using Electric

{Pants & Shoes Value Village, Purse: KGB @ Winners, Wallet: Spank, Shirt: Zellers, Sweater: H&M: Garage Sale} Pics: Sam

Like many women I have an obvious purse obsession, with more bags than I could ever need for any given situation.  My name is Helen and I am a purse-aholic.  I recently found this gem at winners for $30, and it's especially funny because I was searching for a neutral purse, and ended up with this show-stopper.  The thing about neon colours is sometimes they are so bright, they become neutrals, especially when it comes to bags. Its amazing the number of outfits this purse seems to be the perfect compliment for, its almost as if we were meant to be.
Speaking of meant to be, how legit is this wallet/bag combo?  I know, its awesome.  We'll have to discuss my wallet addiction another day...

Happy Weekend!! Get Pumped:

Trending: High-Waisted Pants

{Top: Spank, Pants, Belt, & Shoes: Value Village} Pics: Sam

Today I'm back from a brief hiatus to debate a controversial fashion trend: the high-waisted pant. I have heard many complaints from people (mostly male) about this trend, and while I completely understand, I still cant help but indulge.  The benefits of a good high-waisted pant far outweigh the drawbacks, but I do agree that there is a thin line between cute and extremely unflattering.
Once you find the right pair, these pants can be extremely versatile.  They are comfortable (just don't buy them too tight!), they wont show your underwear or worse - your butt-crack, and they can pair up with almost any shirt to create a great hourglass shape. I recognize that this trend is said to be for "skinny girls only" but I would urge anybody to try on a few pairs, you may like what you see :)

Rules for Buying High-Waisted Pants:

- Don't pick ones that are too tight around your hips (look for pockets!)
- Make sure your butt looks good! Nobody likes a saggy diaper-butt
- Avoid the hammer-pant style.  I know they are comfortable but again, the diaper-butt. 
- Make sure they hit at your natural waist, if not they may ride up and yikes! camel toe.
- Check Value Village, dont spend big $$$ if you aren't sure.
- Don't listen to the haters: always dress to please yourself :)