Hey Everyone!
I have decided to move this blog over to a new domain name. The new domain is http://blog.victoriaswardrobe.com/ . Check it out! I just posted pictures of my grad dress, I looked a bit like Rainbow Fish, but it's all good.
See you all there soon,
Kate

gold gun girls

748 notifications in my home feed of my lookbook.nu profile. I guess I haven't been checking lookbook regularly... #mybad. Speaking of hashtags, I've been trying to tweet more, at least once a day.  I feel like I should have a good grasp of twitter because I want a job in the communications industry and nowadays the two have become synonymous.
Long story short, if you'd like to see more regular post from me check out my twitter.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Top: Victoria Vintage Fair
Shorts: Forever 21
Tights: Sears
Oxfords: Value Village

django

Okay so you have to listen to the Django Unchained theme music as you read this post, it's epic. The whole movie was epic. It had typical Quentin Tarantino gore, most of the time it was comical and theatrical, with only two scenes being absolutely cringe worthy. There was a lot of quick wit, most of it coming from Christoph Waltz playing the amiable Dr. King Schultz.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Hat: Capitol Iron
Necklace: Decade
Sweater: Le Chateau
Top Skirt: American Apparel (bought at Regalia)
Under Skirt: Regalia
Tights: Sears
Oxfords: The Cobbler

Sun Child

I'm super stoked at how well these photos turned out with the sun and everything. I love backlit things, whether it's a dog, cat, an inanimate object, basically it could be anything.

So I was perusing lookbook.nu yesterday and stumbled across the blog Pop Champange by Julie Lan and just about died laughing at her posts and musings. She also has a great fashion sense and is from Victoria, but lives in Ottawa. As much as I love following international bloggers, I'll always have a soft spot for my fellow Canadians.

Have a beautiful day,

Kate

Outfit Details

Shirt: H&M (hella old)

Skirt: Vera Moda (given to me by my friend Lauren)

Tights: Sears

Elephant Belt: Victoria Vintage Fair

Oxfords: The Cobbler 

All systems go

Aren't these oxfords amazing? I love the weaved gold leather and guess what? I got them at Vaule Village! They're in near perfect condition and they're exactly my size 9.5 AA (narrow). Crazy right? But it seems Vaule Village has invested more time into looking at shoes and clothes - noticing when things are probably worth a bit more then $10, because these bad boys were $26. I never thought I would spend $26 on shoes at the Village, but hey, sometimes quality calls.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Shirt: Thrifted
Skirt: Forever 21
Tights: Sears
Oxfords: Vaule Village
Jewerly: Various

The Breakwater II

This is what I was wearing underneath my coat the day I went to the breakwater. I really love the colour of this sweater, and this whole ensemble in general. I think the pictures turned out marvelous; I love having my mom along to take them and the last picture is of her!

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

My Mom!

Outfit Details
Blazer: The Patch (Secondhand)
Sweater: Forever 21
Necklace: Decade
Pants: Plenty
Boots: Ingledew's

The Breakwater

My mom and I ventured to the breakwater yesterday and these pictures are the result. It turned into a beautiful day, so we were able to get some excellent shots. I just love the wall in the first picture.
The Chelsea boots I'm wearing are Cole Haan and I got them at Ingledew's in Hillside mall. Basically the store was crawling with little old ladies because who else can afford $250 shoes? I guess I can too because I bought them, but I was sick and tired of buying $80 boots that would wear out in 6 months.
So I guess what I'm saying is spend the extra money to get some decent boots, because you'll probably wind up wearing them a lot.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Scarf: Forever 21
Coat: Value Village
Shirt: Forever 21
Necklace: Decade
Pants: Plenty
Boots: Ingledew's

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night

Okay. Okay. I know I've gone a little over board with the Chrismas themed ensembles, but I love a theme. Once for a pajama themed party I managed to find a onesie with skating cats on it at a thrift store in Sidney. Go big or go home. To be honest I thought I posted the last Christmas themed outfit yesterday, but I was browsing on my computer and found this little gem that I haven't used yet. I think out of all my copious Christmas looks this is probably my favourite. What's yours?

PS. 'Twas the night before Christmas is definitely my favourite Christmas book/poem/song for sure.

Have a beautiful Christmas!
Kate

Outfit Details
Berry Crown: Michael's
Cardigan: A consignment store in Sidney
Shirt: Beacon Community thrift store
Skirt: American Apparel
Skirt & Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (Consignment)

'Twas the night before Christmas

Christmas is tomorrow! I'm really excited to see my extended family; there will be 15 people at Christmas dinner... I can't remember the last time we were all together.
I got this sweater at a Sidney thrift store last year and have been in love with it the whole time.

Merry Christmas Everyone!
Kate

Outfit Details
Berry Crown: Michael's
Cardigan: A Sidney thrift store
Blouse: Beacon Community thrift store
Shorts: Value Village (with a little DIY ripping)
Tights and Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (consignment)

RED

Forever 21 had its grand opening in Victoria today. It was epic. My friend Lauren and I got there at 9:40 and the line snaked all around the building. We only had to wait 30-40 min to get in, which was bearable. While waiting in line I saw the most badass old man ever. He was driving a shiny black motorcycle with a side car. A SIDE CAR! He also had a magnificent handlebar mustache. 'Nuff said.
Anyways, once we got into the store it was quite the gong show, but boy was it worth it.

The ensemble I'm wearing in today's post doesn't contain anything from Forever 21, but just wait. Just wait.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Sunglasses: Decade
Blazer: The Salvation Army
Shirt: Beacon Community Thrift Store
Shorts: Value Village (with a little DIY ripping)
Tights and Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (Consignment)

Yellow Knit

You can actually see the dusting of snow that fell the other day in these pictures. It's quite exciting stuff if you live in Victoria, because it hardly ever snows here. Generally I like it that way, but if it did snow I'd get some gorgeous pictures.
I got this coat from a local secondhand store last year and wear it all the time. Hoods come in handy in the Victoria rain and it's my only coat with one.
Today I'm off to have coffee with a friend to discuss books and hopefully I'll be able to finish my Christmas shopping!

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Scarf: Forever 21
Coat: The Upstairs of Flavour (Secondhand)
Tights and Socks: Sears
Backpack: Roots
Boots: Regalia (Consignment)

Festive

Another slightly festive ensemble. What can I say? Christmas is an exciting time of year, but I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping. Please, please wish me luck. This blazer is probably one of my best thrift store finds ever, it fits perfectly and is just the right shade of red.
Song of the day, click here.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Blazer: Salvation Army
Shirt: Beacon Community thrift store
Necklace: Suzy Shier
Skirt: American Apparel
Tights and Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (Consignment)

Candy cane cheesecake

I went out for dinner last night and for dessert I had candy cane cheesecake! It was a delicious minty fresh explosion of awesomeness. I have resurrected my berry crown for this ensemble. The crown is literally just a berry wreath that I bought at Michael's, then plopped on my head. Let's be honest, flower crowns are too mainstream now. For realz.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details:
Berry Crown: Michael's
Cardigan: A Sidney consignment store
Shirt: Beacon Community thrift shop (Sidney)
Shorts: Vaule Village
Tights and Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (Consignment store)

Michigan left

These are the pictures that weren't used for my Eiffel tower photoshop assignment. They're in colour, so I think you can see the details of the outfit better.
It snowed in Victoria last night, but it has already melted - thank goodness, because I can't drive in the snow. I guess I'm not a true Canadian.
Song of the day click here.

Outfit Details
Sunglasses: Decade
Shirt: Thrifted
Skirt: American Apparel
Tights and Socks: Sears
Boots: Regalia (Consignment)

Gonna get my bricks out in the sticks

I just watched the season finale of Homeland. It was pretty crazy. I highly recommend watching it if you like suspenseful and mysterious TV shows.
This outfit, however, contains my paint splattered Mango pants I got in Las Vegas in the summer. I dressed them down with my oversized denim shirt and flats because I don't have anywhere super fancy to wear them yet. This is my third look with this shirt and I hope you're not bored with it yet. I just wanted to show how versatile an oversized denim shirt can be.
Song of the day, click here.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details:
Sunglasses: Decade
Necklace: Decade
Denim Shirt: WIN (thrift store)
Pants: Mango
Loafers: Baker

Maxi skirt love

I just watched SNL's Christmas special and Samuel L Jackson swore. Twice. It was hilarious. What's up with that?
Anywho, this outfit contains some of my favourite things, so enjoy!

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Hat: Capitol Iron
Necklace: Decade
Belt: My Dad's
Button Down: WIN (thrift store)
Maxi Skirt: Plenty
Boots: Baker
Backpack: Roots

Floral Pants

I got these floral pants and these biker boots when I was in Las Vegas this past summer. I wish I had some pictures of the trip, but I was only using my phone... but my phone got stolen. In case you were wondering, yes I was that drunk girl crying outside of da club. Long story short, my only picture from the trip was of me and my best friend Lauren sitting on some Chipendales. So not all was lost ;)
I love the look of a big chunky sweater over top a button down shirt with skinny jeans or tights. Pardon the dog butt, but Callahan wouldn't leave me alone...

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Sweater: My Mom's
Button Down: WIN (thrift store)
Necklace: Decade
Backpack: Roots
Pants: Pacsun
Boots: Baker

I love this hat.

I love this hat. I found it at Mark's Work Wearhouse, nestled between plaid work shirts and hiking boots. Honestly, what is there not to like about this hat?
FOREVER 21 IS OPENING IN VICTORIA DEC. 22!!! I think caps lock was quite necessary there, because I will no longer have to take the ferry to Vancouver or venture into the world of online shopping.

Have a beautiful day,
Kate

Outfit Details
Hat: Mark's Work Wearhouse
Jacket: Vaule Village
Shirt: Dots
Pants: Plenty
Boots: H&M