All On Me

 

Hello Everyone,

Have you ever heard the saying “Dreams are road signs along the nighttime highway of sleep” ? I haven’t, but for as long I can remember, I have always believed that dreams were significant. If you are lucky enough to remember your dreams, you should always try to analyze them. The images you see while asleep can reveal important challenges and opportunities that exist in your real life.

It has become a regular routine to diagnose the meaning of my dreams. And recently, I have been doing it for my friends too. Next time you have a wild, scary or sexy dream don’t think of it as a direct message. Most of the time you need to delve deeper to fully understand what your subconscious is trying to say.

Since keeping up with this routine, I have discovered many things about my inner self.    And maybe this practice can help you solve a current situation you are facing.

So next time you dream,

1. Write down every moment you can recall.
2. Chronologically arrange images & symbols from start to finish.
3. Research keywords by using sites like www.dreammoods.com.
4. Compile all the definitions together and read the entirety with an open mind.

The more frequently you decipher your dreams, the more you will notice a pattern.    This pattern will make you aware of the challenges you are facing, if you have overcome them or if you are still working through them.

Try it! I would love to read your experiences in the comments. What was your latest dream?

Outfit:

Denim shirt – Guess?

Leather shorts – H&M

Shoes – Thirfted

Watch – Michael Kors

Purse – Thrifted

 

Until next time,

xoxox Jess

 

 

Lost in your light

Hello everyone!

The struggle of winter is here. I call it the winter-wardrobe syndrome. It is that tine of year when I  want to rewind and have summer back. Winters in Toronto fluctuate. Some winters are horribly cold and slushy, others mild and cozy. This becomes a problem for fashion forward people.

What do you wear to look fashionable but that allows you to keep warm ? I find it difficult. A couple of weeks back, some friends and I went to a warehouse sale in Mississauga.  I came back with such amazing items but they were not necessarily “Winter ready”.

This week Dua Lipa was having a concert and I wanted to style these high waisted sport pants, that is when I got stumped. I wanted to style an outfit in a certain way but I needed to be conscious of the weather. In this outfit, I styled these pants with a lacey black tank top and my signature booties from Clarks (I wore a winter coat on top of this). Dua Lipa was AMAZING!  Let me know how you dress for the colder season.

Outfit:

Tank top – vintage/thrift.

Pants – Guess?

Boots- Clarks

Backpack – H&M

Until next time,

xoxox Jess

Speak Now

Hello everyone!

We are in November now, and I can’t believe how fast this year has gone! Living in a big city has quite a lot of perks, and with having so much to do, you don’t even realize how much time has gone by. Lately, situations with friends and strangers has got me thinking about the topic of honesty, or more specifically – speaking your mind.

We have all been in that situation where we want to speak about something but we outweigh the pro’s and con’s because we think about how it may affect someone.  But how do you determine if you should speak now or hold something inside? Well folks, I thought of something that may help with your next ‘speak now’ dilemma.

When you find yourself in that situation, ask yourself three questions:

Is it kind?  (Don’t say it, if it isn’t nice)

Is it true? (It can be honest but is it truthful to the other person?)

Is it necessary? (Is your statement required? Will it aid the situation? Or will it damage it?)

To elaborate, here’s an example of something people do not normally say.

Would you tell a stranger that you think they have an ugly outfit? Would you? Because if you would, then you are seriously rude. But, the reasons why most people don’t say this to a stranger is because it is not kind, it is not fact (true), and it is DEFINITELY not necessary.

While we each have a voice in this world and I think it is a tool that we should use more often, there is always going to be that fine line between “to say” or ” not to say”.

Having a voice is powerful, but mindfulness is even greater. 

Be kind. Stay true. Be you.

Outfit:

Crop top from Topshop

Skirt from Marshalls

Boots from Clarks

 

Until next time,

xoxox Jess

Don’t Let It Get Me

Hello everyone,

When is the last time you  remember putting on a cute outfit for yourself? Going to the movies because you wanted to? Ate that indulgent piece of chocolate because you don’t give a f*ck how much calories is in it? If you can’t remember the last time you did something purely for YOU. Then you need to STOP doing things for other people. Start by writing a list. Either big or small. And do them! Once you shift, you will begin to see more  happiness in your life.

“You have no responsibility to live up to what other people think you ought to accomplish. You have no responsibility to be like what they expect you to be. It is their mistake, not your failure ( The Happiness Equation – Neil Pasricha)

There are always going to be things you want to do – and you should not let yourself get in the way of doing them. Have the courage to shape your life in the way you want to form it! On my top watch list this month is LA based youtuber, Pbbunny97, she creates vlogs every week in detail about spirituality and affirmations in a fun-glamorous way. And my book recommendation is The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha, the book is very logical and an eye-opener.

Outfit:

Denim shirt with embroidery detailing from Guess?

Skirt from Winners

Necklace from India

Bracelet (Gifted)

Watch by Michael Kors

Handbag from Guess?

Boots from Clarks Shoes.

 

Until next time,

xoxoxox Jess

In The Reef

Hello Everyone,

“Life is like the ocean. It can be calm. It can be still. It can be rough but in the end, it is always beautiful.”

Does anyone remember those fun field trips you used to venture on with your school friends ? Sometimes you would be on a school bus driving to the zoo. Other times they might of been a local farm or museum.

I looked back on those fun experiences with my childhood friends. I thought about the sugar shack field trip (the place where they produce maple syrup and you eat yummy pancakes) and thought- why not visit places like this again ? Going back to these places would take you out of your normal routine and maybe give you a little nostalgia.

This Monday is recognised as Family Day, a statutory holiday in Canada.  We took on this idea since it was a long weekend. We went to visit the Ripley’s Aquarium  and the next morning we ate maple syrup filled pancakes at the sugar shack. It was a fulfilling weekend of new and old experiences that had been forgotten.

For this weeks challenge, I challenge readers to re-try something they have not done in months, days or even years.It is fun to be a kid again and experience your community in a different way.

Outfit:

Coat from Value Village

Shirt and jeans from H&M

Boots from Additionelle

Choker from La Senza

Bag from Guess?

 

Until next time,

xoxox Jess

Winter Layers

Hello Everyone !

I hope you are having a wonderful Saturday. In the winter months staying warm but still showcasing your personal style can be somewhat tricky. Not having many winter pieces can also create more of a challenge (my situation). You have probably seen this oversized scarf in a previous post because it is the only one I have, and it is very warm.

So how should we dress in the winter- LAYERING. You can layer with scarves, duster coats, button downs and sweaters.  Layering is how I survive Toronto weather.  For this outfit, I picked up this thrifted jacket from Value Village ($20). The length and classic cut of the jacket is perfect for seasonal transitioning, winter to spring.  I am wearing a white turtleneck sweater from The Black Market (queen st w) with the oversized scarf. That is 3 layers of clothing to beat the  -5 celcius temperatures.

Coming soon are some exciting new projects with local boutiques that I am excited to share with you in the next month. So stay tuned and stay warm !

Outfit:

Coat: ME-Jay Montreal, Value Village

Sweater: The Black Market

Scarf: Bluenotes

Watch: Michael Kors

Handbag: Guess?

Jeans: H&M

Boots: Clarks

Until next time,

xoxox Jess

 

 

 

Fantasy

Hello Everyone,

Last night I saw the latest thriller by M night shyamalan, Split. Also, I really love James McAvoy. The movie incorporated some jumping and comedic scenes. I though it was well done but nothing note worthy. But if thrillers are your thing, go see the film !

It`s a fantasy, just a fantasy. Lately, my mind has been fantasising  about EVERYTHING. From achieving promotions at work, to buying an amazing Rag & Bone leather jacket, and let`s not forget those romantic fantasies too (knight in shining armor stuff).

Not sure if I should be concerned by this or let it be. Fantasies are healthy because they can help us realise what we are seeking in life… but if you go overboard you can get step outside of reality a little too far.

What are things you day dream about ? Has a fantasy been taken too far ?

Outfit:

Jeans by H&M

Top (dress that I am wearing as a shirt) from Urban Planet

Scarf from Bluenotes

belt from H&M

boots by Clarks

 

until next time,

xoxox Jess

Trust in Progress

Hello everyone,

It has been a while since I posted a look (sorry!). Life has finally caught up to me and I have been very busy juggling work, friends and time for myself. I came across this quote from a novel called `The Book of Tomorrow` that has resonated with me.

“You should not try to stop everything from happening. Sometimes you are meant to feel emotions that are not necessarily enjoyable. It is because they are necessary to getting to the next part of yourself.“ (*altered/shortened)

I found this to be a powerful message for anyone. Looking back, so much has changed since I decided to move to a new city and start a new job. All the emotions and experiences surrounding this has been a roller coaster but no doubt worth every minute. That is why I titled this post `Trust in Progress`because sometimes we forget to trust the progress we are doing and going to make within our lives. Time has a funny way of revealing things to us. And what we should focus on is the progress we are making now. What can I do now to make me happier, to make my loved ones happier? It is important to have trust in ourselves that we are doing everything we can to get to the next chapter of our lives. Hopefully in the next few days you too can reflect and discover how much you have grown as time has gone by.

I would like to wish everyone an amazing holiday season! I am heading to Mexico for a family Christmas vacation that I am so excited about.

For this post I had my friend & photographer Armando take these incredible photos for this grunge look.

The outfit: 

Bodysuit by La Vie En Rose

Jeans and belt  from H&M

Jean jacket from Abercrombie (mens)

Duster coat from H&M

L`Oreal burgundy Lipstick

until next time,

xoxox Jess

 

 

 

 

 

 

Superlove

Hello everyone,

What a lovely week so far. There is a lot to do in TO! We have the CNE, a annual fair full of great eats and events. Also, there are so many great movies out. This week I have been going through my closet Nd recycling the items in my closet I no longer wear or love as much as I used to. This is the time to do this as fall is slowly approahcing. My outfit is featured on my Instagram (Jmfashionista).

Outfit:

Blue dress from bluenotes

Sneakers from Payless shoe source

Denim shirt from old navy

My daily purse is from Steve Madden

Until next time,

Xoxox Jess