Ava Grace's Closet: August 2013
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Thursday, August 29, 2013

What She Wore : Back to School

This girl starts grade 10 next week. 
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Wasn't it just yesterday she was wearing pigtails and I walked her into her grade one classroom?
I think it might have been.
She is a good girl. And has chosen wisely in the friend department; girls who have become like my own over the course of this past year.
Excited for what the coming year will bring for her.





faux glasses - Zara {no longer available // these are fun} |jeans - American Eagle
knapsack - JanSport | shoes - Converse
Back to school in full effect yet where you are?

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

What I Wore : Red, White + Blue

I have had this asymmetrical denim jacket by French Connection for years + it's still one of my favorites.
The perfect transitional piece for days that are {sadly} already getting cooler. 





sunglasses - c/o Smart Buy Glasses | earrings - Shabby Apple {no longer available}
denim jacket - French Connection {old} {amazing option} | pants - H + M {no longer available : loving these}
shoes - Truth or Dare {sold out : option} | purse - Hermes inspired
 Have you ever purchased sunglasses on-line? 
I recently got to experience Smart Buy Glasses and found the experience to be great.
Pricing was significantly lower than department stores, they carry all the well-known brands including Burberry, Vogue + of course Ray Ban.
Shipping? Ridiculously fast + as an added bonus, my new glasses came equipped with a handy portable cleaning kit including an adjuster.
Love.

Monday, August 26, 2013

Melancholy

I can't quite put my finger on it but ever since we returned from our time away, I haven't felt like myself. 
I am chalking it up to the "after vacation" blues but to be totally honest, I'm not feeling blue about being back. Not that I consciously realize anyway.
Yes, gone are the beach days // pool days // shopping all day days but it's also been great to see family {I missed my mama!} and to reconnect with friends. 
I've tried getting out. 
Once to a super fun blogging event to preview the fall collection of Express {SO great} + this past weekend to cheer on my "friend that I've never met but feel like I've known forever" Michelle {you might remember her from this + this post} at the Mud Hero charity event.
Things that would have me in my element + excited.
But, my mind is just so preoccupied. 
I am honestly not sure with what. Just spinning. 
With nonsense really.
My patience is at an all-time low. I'm so easily irritated.
I have suffered with anxiety before but this is different.
Menial things like putting dinner on, or taking Ava to the park seem like a chore. 
I don't like it and am so frustrated.
I am hoping the change of seasons brings newness.
In the meantime, I am trying to surround myself with people I love + with doing things I love.
Solo time wandering the aisles at the drugstore {am I the only one who loves to do this?}, far too much coffee + yes, there has been chocolate
I am going to kick this funk.
Of that, I am sure.
But for now, any suggestions?
Tell me I'm not the only one.
Oh to be as young + carefree as my sweet boy is in these photos.
They make me happy.
Maybe I just need to go back to the sunshine after all.

Thank God for this little blog.

Friday, August 23, 2013

Friday Fancies : Back to School

It's funny. 
When I was actually going back to school there was nothing I dreaded more.
Now? 
I would do anything to be the one going.
For the backpack alone. 


Back to School is Kool

A fun take on the staple plain white tank and it reminds me of the ties our seniors wore. Well, minus the uniform. Find it here

A cat eye shaped "nerdy" set of specs. Perfect for making one look smarter than they really are.  These by Kamali Kouture.

The perfect boyfriend jean by Rag + Bone. {similar via The Gap}

A chic military inspired blazer. This one by River Island : loving the gold buttons.

Leopard print pumps complete the look + add a bit of interest. These are the perfect height and look comfy enough to run between classes in. 

The essential backpack. Loving the wet look on this one by Pineapple. {lots of other options available here}. 

How is your back to school shopping going? Mine are both in uniforms which means all we're on the hunt for are black shoes + backpacks. 
We like to wait until the last possible minute.
Secretly, I think they're just hoping it's not really happening.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

What I Wore: Rose Royce Denim {Look 2}

Excited to share the second look I styled with Rose Royce Denim today! 
I opted to try one pair of embellished skinnies {see look 1 here} and one pair of simpler bootcut jeans.
Such a great variety of washes to choose from; I'm just loving this faded black.






sunglasses - Ray Ban | blouse - Femme de Carriere | blazer - Jessica Simpson {sold out//loving this one}
necklace - Forever XXI | jeans - c/o Rose Royce {find them here} | shoes - Zara

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Bath Time with Say Yes to Carrots

I am always on the hunt for good quality, sweet smelling, natural-based skin and hair care products, particularly for Ms. Ava Grace.
Having it be free of parabens, petroleum and other not necessary chemicals alongside organic fruits and vegetables?
Sign me up.
The Yes to line, including not just carrots, but blueberries, grapefruit and other yummy goodies checks off each of these.
And, it does so with clever packaging and an oh.so.fun marketing program.
Read more about this amazing organization here

After sampling each of the 4 new body washes, it's hard to choose a favorite. 
Love that each one is uniquely made for different skin conditions including dryness, sensitivity, need for hydration/rejuvenation and more.
Ava just loves that they make an obscene amount of bubbles.





Have you tried the Yes To line of products?
Visit their site here and use code Y2LINQ to buy one of their new body washes and get a second one at 50% off! 
I highly recommend the grapefruit.
The duck is partial to the original carrot. 

Happy Bubble Making.

Disclosure: Thank you to Yes To for sponsoring today's post. All opinions stated above are strictly my own. 

Monday, August 19, 2013

Favourite Things : TWELVElittle Diaper Bags + a Giveaway

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We really enjoyed our time in South Florida and this particular day was no different. 
We wandered and window shopped on Worth Avenue in beautiful Palm Beach.
The TWELVElittle Allure Tote pictured was the perfect addition and has quickly become one of my favourite things. 
It housed everything I needed for a busy I never stop ever toddler including snacks and water and of course, a change of clothes. 
Never leave home without a change of clothes.
This lesson I have learned. 

The TWELVElittle brand is focused on providing functional AND fashionable baby bags for busy moms and dads that need it all. 
Created by designers, Julia Min and Jenny Chang, these bags are made of high quality water resistant nylon and beautiful sheepskin leather. 
The inside has all the essential pockets, a cute printed + padded change pad and the most brilliant "hidden" pocket for storing dirty diapers, wipes or in my case, Starbucks soiled clothing. 
Truth. 











 The "12 little wonders" dangle you see above, in Ms. Ava's case {not surprisingly!} a tiger, is inspired by the Asian zodiac and allows you to "carry your inner animal" along with you wherever you may roam. 
I just love how it personalizes my bag and it's definitely been a conversation piece. 

TWELVElittle has graciously offered up a chance for one of my readers to own their very own Allure Tote {with an ARV of $235!} in a beautiful plum shade that's just perfect for the fall.

Easy rafflecopter entry below.
Open to Canada + the U.S. 


Good Luck! 

Disclosure: I received the above bag from TWELVElittle at no charge for the purpose of this review and giveaway. All opinions expressed are strictly my own.

Friday, August 16, 2013

What I Wore : Rose Royce Denim {Look 1}

Rose Royce Premium Denim is new to the denim scene having been established in New York City in 2012. That said, I'm crazy impressed with the fit, quality and small details included in each pair of jeans. 
The look below is one of two that I will be styling alongside many other talented bloggers.







sunglasses - Ray Ban | peplum top - WDNY via TJ Maxx |
necklace - Forever XXI | jeans - c/o Rose Royce {find them here} | watch - Toy Watch
clutch - Rebecca Minkoff {sold out / ostrich version linked} | sandals - Nine West