tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20429823738824614862012-01-27T07:58:10.281-05:00Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.comBlogger2631100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-30022329624540257332012-01-27T07:58:00.000-05:002012-01-27T07:58:10.298-05:00

   [Wilfred coat, BDG shirt, Joe Fresh shorts, H&M leggings, Ralph by Ralph Lauren toque,  TNA scarf, Steve Madden boots, Rebecca Minkoff bag] True to my word I made sure to take an outfit post last weekend! With this outfit I kind of felt a bit like a lumberjack (all I'm missing are the suspenders, and probably an axe) but that's kind of what I liked about it, and hopefully it's less '

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How often do you order something in and wish you could eat it all the time, without the price of takeout? For me this is frequent and when you get something that is so seemingly uncomplicated, it inspires a homemade twist. The first time I had lettuce wraps I became obsessed with the sweet and salty flavour which felt so fresh wrapped up in crunchy lettuce. I was craving them for dinner the

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Femme Fatale [Jil Sander] [Kurt Geiger] [Calvin Klein] If you've stepped into a store lately I'm sure you have noticed the Spring merchandise slowly trickling in. Even though there is still snow on the ground and the FW shows are just around the corner, now is the time to focus on and look forward to what we'll be wearing in the next few months. All of the Spring campaigns are at their

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So here are my excuses for no outfit post this week: I procrastinated on the weekend thinking I could get it done during the week but then - it got really damn cold, work became increasingly busy and it was dark by 5:30. Oh, Canada... I hope you're not too upset - just look at this cute little face! This is my cousin Kelly's new pup Norman who visited Wednesday night. Do you think you could

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Eggs are a beautiful thing, and poached eggs just may be the most beautiful.  Sure they may not look all that great swirling around the pot in a mid-raw state, but you cannot deny how delicious and perfect they look sitting on your plate, oozing out silky yolk. Some people find them impossible to make but I've mastered my method (which just so happens to be laid out perfectly here). In most

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[Claire Danes in J. Mendel] [Michelle Williams in Jason Wu] I haven't blogged about a red carpet award show in a long time, but after seeing last night Golden Globe's I was so impressed with the showing of gowns that I felt compelled to share my thoughts: - I loved the demure grace that Claire Danes and Michelle Williams showed with their looks; I thought they both looked lovely. -

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The other night I was craving something slightly sweet, salty and savoury. With a massive package of goat cheese in the fridge, I wanted to put it to good use and thought the base of a tart would be a good start. Unfortunately the store I went to didn't have a puff pastry, so the next best option was a package of 2 Tenderflake crusts. I figured I could manipulate them to serve the purpose I was

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[T by Alex Wang shirt, Paige denim, Michael MK shoes, Foley + Corinna bag, Chloe sunglasses, nOir necklace] I'm already reminiscing about Florida, wishing I could go back and forget all this crazy "real-world" stuff. Sure it sounds unrealistic and I've only been back for 3 days, but what if I told you that you could come with me? See, now you're not so judgmental... Holidays are the best and

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For Christmas I received this necklace as a stocking stuffer and while I liked the bones of it (and appreciated my mother's effort for getting it), I wasn't in love with it and therefore not sure of how often I would wear it. That's when I thought it would be a fantastic necklace to try a DIY project on. Seeing a few of these done around the web I decided it would be fun to try.   I

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My mom designated from the beginning of our trip that J and I, and my two sisters were each "in charge" of a dinner at least once during the week. J and I went first and decided that choosing a theme was the best starting point. We ended up on Mexican after finding this delicious looking recipe for quesadillas and accompanying salad. I'm always looking to throw seafood in somehow even though J

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[Rag & Bone top, H&M skirt, Zara clutch] Hello my friends and happy 2012! As promised, I'm back and soaking up as much sun as possible in Florida; a great way to kick off the new year, I must say. I hope you all had fun nights saying 'so long, farewell' to 2011. Sometimes Most of the time NYE can be a crap shoot since you never really know how things will turn out and expectations are ALWAYS

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[Zara coat & pants, J.Crew top, Steve Madden boots, Vintage fur, unknown belt, Rebecca Minkoff bag] The last day of work for 2011 is FINALLY here my friends. Time to cast away all your troubles and just be in the moment, enjoying whatever company you keep over the holidays. I finally finished my Christmas shopping two days ago but I'll be heading out this afternoon to help J finish start

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It's party time people! Time for some festive celebration in a glass that will have you toasting to holiday cheer and a happy new year. One can never go wrong with the drink selections in Food & Drink magazine and I spotted this one from an old Holiday issue. I was attracted to it since it's very simple, requiring only one liqueur (aka you're not spending a lot of dough). Also with a name like

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As per the fashion calendar, the approaching holidays also means it's time to look ahead to next year's pre-Fall collections. I don't know about you but I'd like to take a temporary break from the mall madness and ensuing Christmas shopper rage, and instead distract myself with other things. Here is a small picking of some of the collections I'm loving for the season: [3.1 Philip Lim's

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If your upcoming weekend is anything like mine, then it is packed to the brim with festive parties. Luckily I can say I'm not hosting any of them so the pressure is off! However if you're sitting in the opposite camp from me, then you're probably running around like a crazy person, trying to prepare for your incoming guests.  Appetizers are crucial to any proper party and these toasted

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{Talula Babaton coat, Banana Republic sweater, Club Monaco tank. Wilfred skirt, Ralph by Ralph Lauren hat, Joe Fresh wedges, Marc by Marc Jacobs bag} Whoever said sequins and sparkle should be reserved for evening was terribly mistaken. Perhaps your disco ball party dress should be reserved for such occasions, but some sequin in the form of a top or even a skirt (given the rest of your outfit

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Oh my goodness friends, it's that time of year again... time to rack our brains and raid the shopping malls to find the gifts that fit just right for our loved ones. After browsing online here are my picks for this year: 1. Michael Kors Wallet Clutch for iPhone - $79.95 {an ingenious idea - turning your iPhone case into a wallet that's ready to go, wherever you are} 2. Joe Fresh skinny belt -

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[TNA sweater, BDG pants, Prada glasses, Forever21 scarf, Blondo boots] The days I wear my glasses are severely disproportionate to the days I don't, so it's kind of funny that this is the first photoshoot I'm actually wearing them. If there's any place where there's a legitimate excuse to not wear contacts, it's the cottage. While the focus of the weekend was relaxation and comfort (as it

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I had a nice mini-break this Monday when I took a relaxing long weekend at the cottage with J and Ben. The weather wasn't shining, but sitting indoors up North beats sitting indoors at home any day. Of course we were overly ambitious with the amount of groceries we thought we needed; apparently you don't work up a major appetite when you're sitting on your butt the majority of the day. While we

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[Zara coat & clutch, T by Alexander Wang shirt, Vince pants, J.Crew necklace, BCBG pumps] Us Canadians know that coats are an essential part of any winter wardrobe; they keep us warm and hopefully play double duty at keeping us fashionable too. I hadn't bought a new coat in years so I felt I was in dire need of something new to change things up. Of course I looked no farther than Zara for

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Due to the gloom and doom weather yesterday, I was craving a dinner that warmed my belly and was perhaps slightly self indulgent. Well, a big plate of pasta seemed to fit the bill. I found this recipe and while not as saucy as other versions I've had in the past, I was intrigued by how it would all come together. Of course some substitutions were made: fresh mushrooms for dried porcini, all pork

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1. Erickson Beamon Fluoro Pop Swarovski crystal ring - $168 2. ALDO Monsivais ring - $15 3. Forever 21 faceted bead ring - $6.80 4. Topshop premium basket ring - $26.60 5. Yves Saint Laurent Artsy gold-plated flower ring - $175 6. H&M ring - $6.95 7. ASOS pack of two spike rings - $14.50 8. Topshop square pyramid ring - $16 9. Eddie Borgo Rose gold-plated inverted pyramid ring - $157.50 As the

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[Talula blazer, Community sweater, 7 for Mankind jeans, scarf from Over the Rainbow, Cole Haan boots] Jeans and a blazer are the ultimate staple outfit for guys and girls, and they work for multiple occasions: going out for drinks, for work (if you're lucky), casual meet-ups with friends and date nights. It's also one of the easiest outfits to throw together, as everyone should have a pair of

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Every time I go to make recipes that call for eggplant, I always seem to forget that I'm actually not a big fan of it; something to do with the texture or flavour, just never seems to sit well. But as quickly as I forget this little fact, I just as quickly seem to convince myself that maybe this time will be different (after I've already brought all the ingredients home). When I found this

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Last week was just one of those weeks... everything was chaos, I barely had a moment for myself and as the week went on, the days seemed to decrease in hours. I'm looking forward to at least a few days were I can chill the hell out and do some things on my own schedule, at my own pace. I really wish I could take a physical mini break and lay back in one of these beautiful locations. But since I

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Fall isn't really complete without tasting the plethora of squashes available this time of year. So far I've made butternut and acorn squash for dinner parties, but when I saw this post I was reminded of the beauty of spaghetti squash. I think it's mostly the pure fun of scraping the soft insides after its cooked in the oven, to get that unreal spaghetti-like texture. It's just the coolest! Not

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[Kimchi Blue blazer, Joie top, Wilfred skirt, Joe Fresh tights & wedges, Holt Renfrew scarf, Marc by Marc Jacobs purse] As the weather turns colder I love the luxurious feeling of adding (faux) fur to an outfit. I'm not one to really support real fur if it's new (at least purchasing it for myself), but the one I wore here is vintage, so ethically I'm okay with that. I do think that you can

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Bright floral and kaleidoscope prints on top and bottom. Clutches of the fringed, feathered and furry variety. Long, flowing dresses paired with industrial footwear. The perfectly messy ponytail that should be as effortless as it looks. Do my eyes deceive me or are we actually looking at Zara's lookbook for November? I could easily see a lot of these pieces transitioning well into next

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I've been avoiding beets pretty much since I could put a fork to my mouth, and I'm sure my mom can attest to the fact that I absolutely refused to eat the stuff when it was served as a side for dinner. I don't know what it was, but it must have had something to with the bright red colour that would bleed all over the rest of my food. Appetizing right? Not so much. The first time I tried beets

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[Gap sweater, Talula skirt, H&M leggings, Winners scarf, Steve Madden boots, Tory Burch sunglasses] I don't know what's been up with the weekend weather lately, but I don't want it to stop. Jack Frost who? I love not having to wear a coat outside! It just took a simple scarf wrapped around the neck and I was toasty as could be. This was my casual Toronto weekend wear that I wore running

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Living rooms are where most of your time is spent, so naturally they should be the most comfortable and, well, liveable. Especially as the weather turns colder, nothing compares to the comfort of a living room, cuddling up on the couch with a soft blanket, a hot drink, and if you're lucky, a crackling fire. As I can only speak from a hypothetical point of view since I have yet to live in a

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Just last night I had yet another potluck with girlfriends (I'm starting to feel extremely domesticated) and I had to think of something that would work well with my friend's delicious veggie lasagna. Since I figured salad would be the overwhelming and obvious choice to go as a side, I wanted to think of something different. Those who I was explaining my 'side-dish' dilemma to, were suggesting

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[Costa Blanca blazer, T by Alexander Wang shirt, Oyoo shirt, Joe Fresh shorts, tights & shoes, Vintage fur collar, Marc by Marc Jacobs bag] I'm all for dressing up for Halloween, but unless you have great inspiration and some motivation, the prospect of finding someone or something to be is more stressful than fun (or in some cases like mine, bomb threats ruin your attempt to find a costume)

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I've never, ever been one to willingly participate in the horror genre, especially as its known today. I know some people live for that feeling of edge-of-their-seat, spine-tingling terror, but the slasher/possessed children films, I just can't stand them. Maybe it goes back to Grade 5, where I was terrified of sleeping alone or answering the phone for a month after watching Scream at a

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I had this really great idea the other night that in the spirit of Halloween, I would make a festive dessert. Caramel and chocolate dipped apples seemed to fit the bill, and looked like a relatively 'easy' thing to make. Well, I was seriously mistaken and let me tell you I will never make that mistake again. The caramel squares that had to be melted down were not only a major pain in the ass

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[H&M sweater, BDG pants, Steve Madden boots] I feel like I've been on a craze for finding sweaters this Fall. It occurred to me as Summer came to a close, how the majority of the sweaters I owned were hoodies from my university days - aka not work appropriate (not to mention not overly fashionable). When I found this one at H&M recently, I scooped it up without hesitation. The camel and

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Highlights of what I loved at Toronto Fashion Week: The brightly coloured, signature draped dresses at Greta Constantine  The lust-worthy dresses at Jean-Pierre Braganza The sporty metallic tunic dresses at Joeffer Caoc The citrus brights colour blocked against white at Joe Fresh

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[Gap coat, Brooks Brothers shirt, Zara pants, Anne Klein belt, Cole Haan shoes, J.Crew necklace] When you get down to the most basic of basics, nothing really compares to the white button-up shirt - it goes with everything. I wore this the other night to my friend's house for that potluck I mentioned; something about this outfit just said 'dinner party' to me. I was however, not wanting to

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photo credit: spoon fork bacon I want to preface this post by saying that I was bad blogger last weekend, when I made this dip for a dinner party and subsequently forgot to bring my camera with me to document the finished product. Thus, we instead have a far better looking photo than I could ever take, courtesy of Spoon Fork Bacon, where I originally retrieved this recipe. (I would also

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After many weeks of recapping and looking forward to the S/S'12 collections, it seems strange to look back at the Fall collections (of which we are currently present) - only in fashion! Last season on the Fall runways, we saw a lot of influence and different interpretations on tribal prints. While the prints themselves were interesting to look at, the craftmanship with which they were executed

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I have a regular go-to solution when I don't feel like putting much thought into a meal, and I want to use up some leftover stuff in my fridge: mini personal pizzas. These are great for two reasons A) everything tastes better in mini form and B) you can customize these bad boys to your hearts content - and believe me, when I make these, my heart and tummy are content. This version that I made

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[Carven] [Louis Vuitton] [Sonia Rykiel] [Chloe] [Hermes] [Sonia Rykiel] [Valentino] [Givenchy] [Chanel] [Alexander McQueen] [Celine] [Chloe] [Christian Dior] [Alexander McQueen] [

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[Wilfred blazer, American Apparel shirt, Joe Fresh pants, Steve Madden booties, J. Crew necklace, Cole Haan case] Yesterday was a mad, busy day for me, as a few months of planning for a work event finally came to a close. The work day ended with a celebratory drink, while my evening began with a really well done and interactive play that my sister is currently stage managing - something she

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-26302829918574043792011-10-05T09:02:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:19:43.531-04:00

It started off as a drab and dreary week, and I couldn't think of anything better than homemade soup to cure my cold and rainy blues away. As I've mentioned before on this blog, homemade soup has been a staple in my family for as long as I can remember; it's relatively easy to make, inexpensive and makes for a filling lunch or dinner. Really, what more could you want in a meal? I made this

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[Versace] [Marni] [Blumarine] [Dolce & Gabbana] [Bottega Veneta] [Blumarine] [Salvatore Ferragamo] [Marni] [Roberto Cavalli] [Dolce & Gabbana] [Etro] [Fendi] [Marni] [Bottega Veneta] [

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One of my favourite snacks growing up, and still remains today, are freshly baked muffins. Waking up to the smell of them in the morning, or coming home to some cooling on the counter was always the best surprise. Especially for work, they are the perfect to-go breakfast. Muffins can be as healthy or as unhealthy as the ingredients you make them with, although I tend to try and stick with the

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[Helmut Lang top, Wilfred skirt, Aldo Shoes] Slowly the weather is turning and with a new season officially here, the grays, blacks and browns of this outfit represent the arrival of Fall. This shirt is pretty much an embodiment of all the things I love about Helmut Lang. The print is totally cool and almost 'galactic', while the cut and draping are modern and unexpected. I feel good when I

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[David Koma] [Holly Fulton] [Aquascutum] [Holly Fulton] [Paul Smith] [Jonathan Saunders] [Matthew Williamson] [Acne] [Jonathan Saunders] [Peter Pilotto] [Mary Katrantzou] [Matthew Williamson] [Jonathan Saunders] [

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Grilled cheese is one of those things that tastes fantastic no matter how you serve it. Whether its classic or jazzed up, buttery bread and gooey cheese... you really can't go wrong. The other night I was feeling like a simple dinner, and since I was alone I figured a sandwich was the easiest solution. I found this recipe and was intrigued by the flavour combination. If you love tapenade, I

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[Equipment blouse, Vince pants, Aldo clutch, J. Crew necklace, Nine West shoes] This past weekend was fantastic in a number of ways - fantastic for the beautiful weather, the multiple gatherings with friends and for the sheer quantity of stuff I managed to squeeze in over two days. It wrapped with my dear friend's engagement party which was in a word, lovely. This was the outfit I ended up

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-76073635770068295022011-09-19T10:10:00.000-04:002011-09-19T10:10:10.262-04:00

[Altuzarra] [Derek Lam] [Jason Wu] [Zero + Maria Cornejo] [Peter Som] [Michael Kors] [Proenza Schouler] [Rag & Bone] [Alexander Wang] [Diane von Furstenberg] [Diane von Furstenberg] [Prabal Gurung] [3.1 Philip Lim] [Marc Jacobs] [Marc

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[Joie top, BDG pants, Coach wallet, Aldo booties] After I made my comment about the chill setting in, the sun and humidity rolled back in for a few days stay. Apparently Summer wasn't going down without a fight. Well almost as quickly as it came, its fading away and my short sleeve days are seriously numbered. For that reason, I had to get in at least one more wear of this top sans

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Burgers on the barbecue are a fairly frequent occurrence in the summer, at least in my house. However I've barely had the appetite for them for well over a month as I contracted some nasty food poisoning from a Lick's burger at the Rogers Cup. I'll be honest, I was never really a fan of Lick's burgers to begin with, but now I'm definitely staying away from them forever! The other night I was

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Ever since I was a little girl, I have had a thing for books and particularly, libraries - both the personal and public variety. I think this first began watching Beauty and the Beast, when Belle is shown the library for the first time. I remember being so fascinated with the expansive space, the winding staircases and utter grand beauty of all those books! Okay, I realize it's a cartoon but I

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[Ooyoo shirt, Zara pants, Kate Spade necklace, Marc by Marc Jacobs purse, BCBG pumps] Wow, the Fall season sure is coming back with a bang! I don't think I'm quite ready to succumb to an outdoor jacket yet, but long sleeves and pants are definitely becoming a necessary thing. I almost forgot about these pumps until I did Fall wardrobe transition and cleaning the other night. Don't you love

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How appropriate that Intermix would take their Fall 2011 lookbook to the beach. It's the perfect sentiment for saying goodbye to Summer and hello to Fall. I thought I would post this 1) in honour of their recently opened store in Toronto; one I plan on perusing soon. And 2) for the fact that I am perfectly obsessed over these polished looks. It's all about the print, colour and fur. Ladies and

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Lately I've been noticing a lot of zucchini-based recipes on the food blogs I've been trolling. I really enjoy zucchini and reading these posts has served as both inspiration and craving. Seeing as I can always use new ideas for ways to cook the veggie, I was eager to try this recipe on Big Girls Small Kitchen. It pretty much had me at the creamy pasta (seeing as I don't have the stuff so often

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-10281584471527272722011-08-31T07:40:00.000-04:002011-08-31T07:40:06.764-04:00

  1. H&M Sweater - $9.952. Milly Paige mini patent-leather shoulder bag - $2653. J Brand Inez cropped cotton chinos - $1754. Equipment signature blouse - $2085. H&M blouse - $29.956. Zara two-tone flat - $69.907. T. Babaton Watson cape at Aritzia - $2508. Tibi cropped wool-blend crepe pant - $2659. T by Alexander Wang chunky-knit cotton sweater - $18010. Forever 21 layered spikes necklace -

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[Wilfred top, Talula skirt, Banana Republic sweater, Dannijo necklace, B2 sandals] Summer plans can be hard for scheduling last minute. Weekends are usually booked practically from the start of June, and if you don't secure those dates with family and friends in advance, it can sometimes be near impossible to fit them in. When it came to this past weekend, our annual family end-of-Summer

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-64108843718125418102011-08-26T08:51:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:21:04.730-04:00

Grilled, fried, battered, any way you serve it, calamari is one of my ultimate favourite things. If I'm eating out and it's on the menu, 90 per cent of the time, I'm ordering it. Not only do I find it delicious on its own, but it tastes good in just about anything you dip it in too. The original intention of this puttanesca recipe was to serve as a dipping sauce for battered calamari. However,

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-78458167044387777872011-08-24T09:11:00.000-04:002011-08-24T09:11:17.008-04:00

[Joie top, Joe jeans, AE belt, Ralph Lauren sunglasses, Costa BlancaX bag, unknown sandals] Stripes were one of those things I phased out of my wardrobe, probably due to many past hours of watching What Not To Wear. Stacey and Clinton told me too many times "horizontal stripes widen your shape", and lets be honest, it's not like my University days were exactly my slimmest. I always admired

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-58239299254927697892011-08-22T09:25:00.000-04:002011-08-22T09:25:49.331-04:00

I can't remember when the exact moment was, but since I first saw a pair of Nicholas Kirkwood shoes, I instantly fell in love. The construction, intricate patterns and artful design make his shoes a feast for the eyes. His skill is demonstrated in the beautiful shoes he creates for Erdem and Rodarte, as well as his eponymous line; he can refine a shoe to be gorgeously simple or stunningly

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-38987687492745141082011-08-19T09:44:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:21:15.492-04:00

Pesto is one of those crazy delicious things that tastes good on just about anything - especially carbs. I've shown you my basil plant growing in my backyard and it has gotten even more out of control since then. I ended up cutting off three massive stalks, that were starting to fall over from their own weight, to use for this recipe. Making pesto is pretty straight forward - most recipes don't

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[Urban Outfitters blazer & necklace, Garage tank, H&M shorts, Tods shoes, Marc by Marc Jacobs bag] In my ongoing motto to 'Not Buy Black', this blazer caught my eye a few months ago. I love the rose colour and the ease of wearing it - it's practically like putting on a sweater, only slightly more polished. It's become a work staple for dressing up my outfits and keeping me warm in the AC.

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-58719772094550166152011-08-15T09:39:00.000-04:002011-08-15T09:39:44.445-04:00

Have you embraced the coming of Fall yet? Or better yet, has your wardrobe? I have to say that I am treading carefully. As much as I enjoy Fall dressing, I don't think I'm ever ready to take that sartorial leap before mid-September. I like to grasp onto my rays of sunshine and denial that the cold is coming, until I can grasp no longer! I've mentally started preparing my checklist for items I

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-1892133718288002242011-08-12T09:00:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:21:28.089-04:00

Lemon chicken is not usually something I am prone to order when I'm at a restaurant - and let's be honest, that tends to be the only time that it's accessible to me, since it's rarely made at my house. Something about the tartness of the lemon and typically dried out chicken never really mixed well on my palate. However, with freshly bought chicken breasts, lemons and more

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-75384131561707166112011-08-10T08:31:00.001-04:002011-08-10T10:14:27.848-04:00

Raquel Zimmermann and Karen Elson star in Lanvin's A/W '11 campaign this season, and oh my goodness I'm obsessed. I wasn't quite as in love with Alber's collection this season, comparably to S/S '11, but this campaign more than makes up for the love I was initially lacking. I'm totally into the symmetry and attitude of these shots. I imagine them listening to some badass disco beats as they rock

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-7917083633610433882011-08-08T10:53:00.000-04:002011-08-08T10:53:30.339-04:00

[Zara top, H&M shorts, Vintage necklaces, Coach clutch, B2 sandals] This past weekend was all about catching up - catching up on grocery shopping, cleaning the house (at least parts of it), catching up with my sisters and seeing the latest and last Harry Potter film (so sad it's all over!!) Saturday morning didn't start off too promising weather-wise as I was heading out to the grocery

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-45357129718307278852011-08-05T08:08:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:21:38.902-04:00

Frittata has become a new staple for breakfast on cottage weekends. My mom has become obsessed with this crustless quiche for the fact that she can pretty much chop up anything into the dish and the result will always end up tasting good. If you've been to School in Toronto you've probably seen and maybe even tried the egg white frittata on their brunch menu. I had it a few weeks ago with

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-26284805188821810842011-08-03T09:36:00.000-04:002011-08-03T09:36:40.258-04:00

[Wilfred dress, Michael Michael Kors wedges] When it's Summer time, the living really is easy. The casualness of throwing on a simple dress, putting on minimal makeup and walking out the door 100% appeals to me, especially at the cottage. I was drawn to this dress not only for it's 'every occassion' black colour, but also for its ease and easily dressed up nature. It has quickly become my

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-45025762126929456732011-07-29T08:16:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:21:51.187-04:00

One of the best things about summer, hands down, is being able to cook on the barbecue. The warm weather just begs you to step out of the kitchen and into your backyard. I had this mentality the other day and was looking to try something new. We have this massive plant of basil growing in our backyard and I was itching to use it. I realized that one thing I've never really tried is baking a

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-68835431497381946382011-07-27T07:59:00.000-04:002011-07-27T07:59:38.735-04:00

1. ModCloth Charmed to Meet You dress - $44.99 2. Coincidence & Chance Peter Pan-collar chiffon dress - $69 3. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel silk and merino wool-jersey dress - $650 4. ModCloth English Accents dress - $79.99 5. Sandro Romaine bead-embellished crepe dress - $425 6. ASOS waisted dress with scallop collar - $44.26 7. Topshop cream spot shirt dress - $60 8. Forever 21 floral dress with belt

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-32192015876598203962011-07-25T08:15:00.000-04:002011-07-25T08:15:38.234-04:00

[Zara dress, Dannijo necklace, Cole Haan case, Miu Miu shoes] This weekend seemed to pass more quickly than the last, perhaps due to the fact that this weekend was centered around one main event - the marriage of my friend Kelly to her now husband, Justin. This was an exceptionally exciting time as she was the first of my close group of friends to tie the knot. The day was practically perfect,

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-19267824990612726312011-07-22T09:45:00.002-04:002011-10-27T20:22:27.476-04:00

I don't think I need to tell or even ask you about the heat we've been experiencing as of late in North America; if you've stepped outside, you've felt it. Regardless of how humid, hot and sunny it gets you will never hear me complain - I will take this over snow ANY day - I just might need to find some ways to keep me cool in the meantime. That's exactly why I knew I needed to make something

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-54683555792623861142011-07-17T23:21:00.000-04:002011-07-17T23:21:34.247-04:00

I am in love with these hairstyles; maybe it's the beauty and simplicity of the flowers placed ever-so-elegantly on her head, or perhaps it's the carefree but perfectly tousled look she has going for her. Either way I am totally digging these looks. The romance just oozes out of these photos done by Daniel Gurton for Vs. Magazine. I suddenly want to go pluck some flowers from a garden and

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-42335745417636181182011-07-15T10:21:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:22:40.605-04:00

Don't you love finding new things on the Internet? The excitement over finding a fantastic new blog/recipe/website never gets old (and I hope it stays that way). Just the other day while perusing one of my favourite blogs, Cupcakes and Cashmere, I was clicking through a chain of links and happened upon a NYT article for 101 Simple Salads. Since I've been adjusting my everyday diet to include a

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-33684372462537795922011-07-13T08:08:00.000-04:002011-07-13T08:08:18.665-04:00

[Hollister top, Costa Blanca skirt, BCBG belt, J.Crew necklace, Michael Michael Kors clutch & wedges] One of my favourite events in Toronto is the Summer/Winterlicious series; a time where some of the best restaurants in the city offer a prix-fixe menu at an affordable cost. Lo and behold, it's that time of year again and I made sure to get my reservations in as soon as possible (as a

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-41966662182601673682011-07-11T08:21:00.000-04:002011-07-11T08:21:48.246-04:00

1. Rachel Rachel Roy Ruffled Raina Dress - $129 2. Zara Tulip-skirt Dress - $69.99 3. H&M dress - $39.95 4. DVF Tamara Dress - $241.50 5. Tibi one-shoulder silk-habotai dress - $320 6. Alice + Olivia Gwendolyn one shoulder dress - $396 Summer is the season for patios, barbecues and... weddings. Like myself, you may be currently in the midst of wedding fever - also known as a panic from lack of

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-72472090213029972162011-07-08T09:12:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:22:53.482-04:00

If you know me, then you know that rum & coke is my drink of choice. Rarely do I stray from this perfectly paired duo when I'm having hard liquor, but I like to change it up between white, dark and gold rum just to keep it interesting. This past long weekend I was looking for something different to spice up the pork chops we had in our fridge. This Cuban grilled pork proved to be the answer

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-4345905460536759232011-07-06T08:01:00.000-04:002011-07-06T08:01:29.446-04:00

[Zara top, A&F shorts, Talula hat, Marc by Marc Jacobs purse, Tods loafers] Zara honestly got it so on par this season. If you happened to step in one over the past few months, you'd have noticed the colour blocking haven inside. When I saw this top in their April catalogue I knew it had to be mine; one for the awesome orange colour, and two for the cut and shape. This has quickly become one

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This past weekend I followed the conga line of traffic up to beautiful Muskoka, to celebrate the birthday of this magnificent country we live in. The weather made no fuss all long weekend and it was practically picture perfect. Being at the cottage and taking in the fresh air usually brings me back to simpler mindset, but particularly this weekend, shared with family, really made me feel at ease

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-36838455313378380452011-06-29T08:06:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:23:34.646-04:00

As you may have come to realize, I tend to develop crazy (unhealthy?) obsessions with certain items of food. Currently on the list are roasted vegetables dripping in olive oil; particularly artichokes. On a side note, I just recently bought a borderline Costco-sized jar of artichokes at the grocery store the other day, and I have no idea what I'm going to do with it other than eat it straight

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-19472257414042592922011-06-27T08:15:00.000-04:002011-06-27T08:15:34.467-04:00

[Costa Blanca top, Velvet skirt, Steve Madden sandals] This past weekend really felt all about the love. Saturday morning I had a catch-up brunch with high school friends - one of whom recently got engaged, and in the evening I celebrated the recent marriage of my cousin. Even though the weather was spotty at best, I was able to bust out some of my favourite warm weather outfits this weekend.

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-78983053576617095072011-06-17T08:10:00.000-04:002011-06-17T08:10:40.873-04:00

Do you think as often as I do about throwing some fabulous picnic/lunch/dinner/whatever party with your friends just for the hell of it? It is my firm belief that no occasion is often the best occasion. For some people, the thought of preparing and hosting parties invokes severe stress and anxiety. I, on the other hand, probably get too much pleasure and enjoyment out of it. RUE Magazine, with

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I had a lot of roommates in university, and most of them liked to bake. This was both a gift and a curse as I would often come home to the temptation of some freshly baked good cooling on the kitchen counter. My roommate Liz, in particular, would love to make scones. This was really my first introduction to having scones on a regular basis. Luckily for my hips and thighs, she would only make

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-59730037395406905252011-06-13T08:15:00.000-04:002011-06-13T08:15:36.442-04:00

I practically had a panic attack the other day when I saw a 'Pre-Fall' sign in-store (I've barely transitioned into Summer people!) So I flat out refuse to acknowledge the incoming Fall season at this juncture. I shouldn't have to tell you that we really have the shit-end of the warm weather stick here in Canada. Instead I would rather shift my focus towards the Resort 2012 collections, even if

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-26369928664881643942011-05-24T08:16:00.000-04:002011-05-24T08:16:23.858-04:00

[Jacob coat, Mind Code dress, Forever 21 leggings, Sperry Topsider boots, Coach umbrella] Did all of my Canadian friends have a luverly long weekend? Saturday was beyond gorgeous and I will admit I got a little sunburnt (although I promise I put on sunscreen!) As for the rest of the weekend... well it was pretty much the same as the rest of this month has been. Didn't you know April showers

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I know not too long ago I raved about my love for asparagus. Well, now you know how serious I really am. Clearly I could not withhold making another recipe featuring asparagus for very long. Cue in Food & Drink's Early Spring 2011 edition (does anyone else fawn over this magazine as much as I do?) I saw this recipe and well, let's just say I was making it shortly after. Risotto is not something

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1. Catherine Malandrino embellished jersey miniskirt - $238 2. Aldo Marum platform sandal - $100 3. T by Alexander Wang wide tank - $128 4. Topshop white string trilby - $30 5. Diane von Furstenberg Lorena Bikini - $96 6. Rebecca Minkoff python snake M.A.C clutch - $330 7. Helmut Lang dune print jersey tank - $150 8. Zara roman sandal - $79.90 9. Current/Elliott The Captain cotton short - $140

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You know, in all my excitement for the warm weather I completely forgot about the fact that it's bathing suit season! The season of fear for some, and excitement for others is now upon us. I used to have a bit of a bathing suit obsession and would buy a few sets a summer. Now I haven't purchased a new suit in a few years and with my regular rotation severely reduced, I'm thinking it's about time

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[Wilfred blazer, Lucca Couture top, Zara pants, Angus & Coote necklace, Nine West sandals, Aldo clutch] In tune to the season and true to my word, I purchased a colourful pair of green pants. If you're looking for a little bit more attention from strangers, apparently all it requires are some bright pants. You wouldn't believe some of the looks I've received. Who knew coloured pants could be

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-66581014306676462012011-05-04T07:59:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:24:29.420-04:00

One of my all-time favourite vegetables is asparagus. Whether they're smothered in hollandaise sauce, or grilled with olive oil, salt & pepper, I really can't get enough of these crunchy green stalks. When I found this recipe, I knew my love for eggs, cheese and asparagus could not be denied. I kept it on the semi-'lighter' end, by substituting heavy cream with half & half, and it worked out

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As the season's continue to transform, so too does my wardrobe. The prospect of shifting from jackets and pants to tank tops and shorts is so thrilling, that when the sun is shining, I make the transition too abruptly and end up freezing my butt off. Mixing pieces for warm and cold weather is a great way to overcome this error in temperature judgment. Of course, I'm loving the look of comfy,

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 1. Reed Krakoff Boxer leather envelope clutch - $990 2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Bianca Clutch - $298 3. Cole Haan heritage weave Izzie large clutch - $228 4. Zara clutch with flap - $99.90 5. Aldo Basenji clutch - $30 6. Michael Kors metallic python envelope clutch - $595 7. Forever 21 soft leatherette clutch - $14.80 8. Yves Saint Laurent patent envelope clutch - $585 I am on a serious hunt this

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You know that feeling when you get that immediate craving in your head, that takes hold of your mind and tastebuds, and your mouth suddenly starts salivating just at the mere thought of getting your hands on that item of food? And then you know that feeling of relieving the craving with that first, delicious bite? Well that's what Paella was for me the other day. Rarely do I buy mussels from

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I can't really say that I'm one of those people who likes to deck themselves out in layers of jewelry. Since I wear items like bracelets and rings so infrequently, I tend to be highly conscious of the pieces when they're around my hand and I often find them disruptive and awkward (is that really strange?). Instead, I find that one item often does the trick when I need to gussy myself up - a

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-44070296956296366452011-04-01T08:09:00.001-04:002011-10-27T20:24:54.979-04:00

The first time I had this recipe was at Jonathan's house, during one of his family's 'no-carb' kicks. I particularly enjoy these meals because it gives my body a break from the carbs I have difficulty avoiding, thanks to my affection obsession for the stuff. Anyways, this chili recipe is phenomenal and a great alternative to the usual Texmex, beef variety. Not to mention it's super healthy and

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I found this photo shoot for Marie Claire Italia extremely striking. The camera angles, the poses and the clothes all combine to make this photo shoot quirky and haunting. It's easy to take notice when editorials work outside the mould. While it's got me seriously craving some 70's glam, I'm also now lusting for some lazy summer days, exotic plants and palm trees. Oh, I guess I'll take the pool

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-91861668632502954742011-03-28T08:16:00.000-04:002011-03-28T08:16:20.859-04:00

[Talula Babaton peacoat, Urban Outfitter earrings, Tory Birch sunglasses, American Apparel t-shirt, Alexander McQueen scarf, Paige Denim jeans, Cole Haan boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs purse] This past weekend could be summed up simply as an adventure in flavour and food. Although it wasn't overly exciting or high intensity by any means, my tastebuds, on the other hand, received quite the workout.

Katelyn Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06027018039716440763noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2042982373882461486.post-26878649462149502622011-03-17T08:11:00.002-04:002011-10-27T20:25:06.460-04:00

Now really... I can't be the only one who's ever been inspired to make banana pancakes after listening to some Jack Johnson. I'm sorry to say that the first time I tried my hand at making them, it resulted in a mushy banana, hot mess (you didn't say that would happen, Jack!). This past weekend I again had mad cravings for the stuff, so when I came across this recipe, the addition of sour cream

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