This is my The Sartorialist inspired shot, a style blog I'm absolutely hooked on (along with thousands of others).It's been a busy week but the other night I spent hours scrolling through the artsy, individualist and just plan different street fashion photos posted there.
Sometimes when it's cold outside (as it is in Toronto, brr) it's easier to get into a bit of a style rut where you're not as inspired about what you're wearing. Let's just say this blog was the perfect antidote to my wardrobe malaise.
I didn't think too hard about this ensemble - I just internalized the confidence and the vibe of The Sartorialist and voila, boho Euro chic!
Of course, the entire outfit is second-hand thrift, with the exception of the new leather belt picked up for $2 at the dollar store!American Eagle Outfitters wool houndstooth blazer, under $10 at Stretch Thrift.
Underneath, sheer MEXX top with sweater cuffs and cowl neck, $3.99 at Stretch Thrift.
Bongo skinny jeans, $14.99 from Value Village in Ottawa.
Purple booties, around $14.99 at Value Village.
I was joking with friend and fellow reporter Christopher Reynolds, who graciously took these pics, that this particular shot really is my The Sartorialist shot ....I was poking fun at the "chicness" of some of the people featured in the shots on that blog as invariably they're walking with a cell phone in one hand and a cigarette in the other (especially the London, Paris and Milan shots), looking tres nonchalant.
So here I am looking nonchalant, holding my Blackberry.
I've never advocated ciggies as a style motif but I hate to admit it some of these people do look very chic holding their smokes. Sure the look would be different if they actually were sucking on the things ....
Happy weekend! If you're in TO and driving this blizzardly morning, drive safely!
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