30 for 30 Picks!

Here’s what made my 30×30* cut: 

* What’s 30 for 30? Read about it here! 

Where in the World…Canada!

 This is the fourth edition of Where in the World, and this January we are headed to Canada! Meet Ana, of Suns to Moons, who I met via the last 30 for 30 challenge. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia:
Name: Ana
Blog: From Suns To Moons
Profession: Teacher
 

Tell us a little bit about your blog:
 

Disguised as a style blog, From Suns To Moons is my opportunity to write creatively for an audience, which I’ve always wanted to do. I have a passion for fashion but am not an expert – I like to think I make up for this with my “wit,” like the deluded Mary Bennet.


How long have you been blogging?

 

Since August of 2010.


Are there many Canadian fashion bloggers or a blogging community in Vancouver?

 

I don’t know if I’d say “many,” but there are definitely some talented ladies out here. Jentine of My Edit is someone I look up to both in terms of personal style and writing. If there is a blogging community in Vancouver, then I don’t know anything about it. Why, what have you heard?


What is unique about Canadian fashion?

 

It relies so much on the weather. This is true of any country, of course, but I feel like long, snow-filled winters give Canadians fewer style options. Practicality, warmth, and comfort trump everything else when getting dressed in the morning.


Three favorite items in your wardrobe?

 

My black wellies, navy winter coat, and Rubik’s cube skirt – basic necessities for precipitation, cold, and general boredom, respectively.


What’s currently on your wishlist to buy?
 

A killer birthday gift for my little sister. I’m taking suggestions.
 

You know my love of vintage clothing, so I have to ask – are there vintage clothing shops in Vancouver?

 

Yes, quite a few that carry beautiful frocks at heart-stopping prices! I’m always amazed at the prices other bloggers list for their vintage finds, because they sound too good to be true.


If someone were to travel to Vancouver, what is one item they should buy to incorporate into their wardrobe?

 

It’s a toss-up between a classic trench coat and a solid pair of rain boots. The torso, however, gets more umbrella coverage than the feet, so I would invest in some flattering wellies. And when you return to your non-rainy hometown, I guess you can take up gardening to get more mileage out of those babies. 

What would you like international bloggers to know about Canadian fashion? That it’s very liberal, much like the country. You can wear whatever you want, there’s no fashion police. Could you imagine Mounties lecturing anyone on style?

 

Striking Gold

 

 

 

Wearing
Blouse: Vintage, Skirt: F21, Socks: H&M, Tights: ?, Boots: Vintage

You guys. WOAH. Thanks for your outpouring of kind words
yesterday! It’ll be a lot of work, but it’s a positive change I’m looking forward to. Ah….still reeling in excitement here, but the best will come when it’s all actually happening!
Wednesday I stopped at a thrift store on a whim – SO glad I did. I’ve been hunting for the perfect pussybow blouse (am I the only person creeped out by that term, btw?) for months and months with no luck. Then, whaddyaknow?! I found THREE, all priced at $2.80. Some days you just strike gold!
TIP: If there’s an item you’re hunting for at the thrifts, don’t limit yourself to just your neighborhood thrift store. Expand your horizons, visit several stores and you may find what you’re seeking!
As much as I love winter (I really do!), the winter sartorial sads have hit me. But my favorite new vintage blouse paired with my very favorite map skirt pulled me out of my slump yesterday!


Ch-ch-ch-Changes!

Wearing
Top/Socks: F21, Skirt/Sweater: H&M, Tights: Target, Boots: TJMaxx 
Remember when I mentioned before that I was really excited about 2011? Well, I can finally share some of why with you!
  I am about to take the shop (almost) full time! YES! I am nearly busting with excitement! Soon I’ll be a stay at home dog-mom selling vintage! I’m still working my full time job, and will, until I secure a part-time position somewhere. Knowing myself, if I stay home 100% of the time and don’t have any human interaction (or some steady cash) coming in, I will drive myself crazy. In the meantime, I’m working on getting this little home business properly set up.
As you all are probably aware, jobs are few and far between these days. So I’m casting my net far and wide – if you know of anything a few hours or days a week in the Chicago area, let me know!
This has been my plan for a while, and was going to work towards it this year, but there’s no time like the present, right? If you want to learn more about what lead me to this decision, head over to Money Smart Fashion! The stylish saver, Grace, is starting a great feature on her blog about blogging and finances. I couldn’t answer her great interview questions without disclosing what’s up. Plus, this is a secret too good to keep for long! :)

Wish me luck!

Great Minds Style Alike!

Wearing
Dress/Sweater: H&M, Tights: HUE, Flats: Crocs, Belt/Necklace: Vintage
When I wore this dress a few weeks back, the oh-so-stylish and sweet Alessandra of Mode Moods emailed me to say she had the same dress! So…..the obvious thing for a couple of blogger friends to do was wear them on the same day, right? Alessandra is all the way in Milan, so its kind of fun to think someone on the other side of the world is wearing the same dress at the same time! Be sure to check out how she wore it!
I steamed this dress before I got dressed, but from my winter coat and bundling up, it was wrinkled by the time I got to work. The joys of linen.
Seeing as Alessandra and I both adore our canine children (her little pup, Tobia makes a regular appearance on her blog as well!), it only seemed right for Atlas to get a little air time today.
(Not staged!)