Fall-ing in love

Yellow diamonds in the light
And we're standing side by side
As your shadow crosses mine
What it takes to come alive

It's the way I’m feeling I just can't deny
But I've gotta let it go

We found love in a hopeless place
We found love in a hopeless place
- RIHANNA Ft. CALVIN HARRIS - WE FOUND LOVE


Two jobs and school again, it must be fall!
Some of my friends have been celebrating their birthdays at my club and I always make sure they get special treatment and have a great time.  Here are a few photos from the birthday celebrations!
Last weekend was pink-themed; we hosted an event to support breast cancer research.

Always good times!
I love planning events but I hope to move out of the club industry soon.
I would love to participate in fashion shows behind the scenes!


The launch of Versace for H&M is on November 19th, this is an event that I will be waiting in line for here in Toronto.  Here is a small preview of what to expect...

Photo:  H&M

Photo:  Vogue Russia

I know I have not been updating much but I have been catching the spring shows and I have selected a few of my favourite designs to share with you.  There will be more soon, and I am craving an outdoor photo shoot with the leaves, they are such pretty colours right now.  Happy thanksgiving to my fellow Canadians this weekend!

Burberry hopped on the pattern-wagon this season and uses lots of ruched and feminine detailing for spring.  

Isabel Marant has perfectly embellished garments that are both practical and elegant with a touch of grunge.

Emilio Pucci uses lace and his signature textured patterns and rich colours.  This season, there is more of a digital psychedelic approach to his design showcase.

I love Chanel this spring, so simple and classic with whites & creams and an array of structured elegance.
Photos:  Style.com


Other trends for spring:
Mint, cotton candy pink, triangles, cropping and layering, longer skirts, sheer, shine & lace, gold & studs, embellishments


Stay warm my loves!
Any plans for Halloween?  ;)

XO Veronica

In search of sunrise

Oh, sometimes, I get a good feeling...

I get a feeling that I never, never, never

Never had before, no, no...

And I just wanna tell you right now

That I believe, I really do believe that

Something's got a hold on me...

Oh, it must be love

- ETTA JAMES - SOMETHING'S GOT A HOLD ON ME

September is such a busy month for me!  On the go all the time.

I am still managing to have some fun on top of my work and school.  My girlfriends and I never run out of new exciting things to do!

Time to get busy writing my thesis.  It is about fashion though so anything I find interesting during my studies I will share with you.  Stay tuned for fashion week highlights too!

Went to a country bar for their normal music night...

Had to dress the part a little bit ;)

Scarf - Zara

Bag - BCBG

Jean skirt - Costa Blanca

Top - Jacob

Boots - UB $20

Missing summer...

At the beach with my girlfriend!  Until next year, sand and sun.

XO Veronica

Work hard, play harder

I'm going backwards through time at the speed of light 
I'm yours, you're mine 
Two satellites 
Not alone 
No, we're not alone 

A freeze-frame of your eye in the strobelight 
Sweat dripping down from your brow 
Hold tight 
Don't let go 
Don't you let me go 

And I never was smart with love 
I let the bad ones in and the good ones go 
But I'm gonna love you like I've never been hurt before 
I'm gonna love you like I'm indestructible 
Your love is ultra magnetic 
Not again it's taking over 
This is hardcore 
And I'm indestructible 
-- INDESTRUCTIBLE - ROBYN


School has started again and getting to my two classes is an absolute disaster.  The school support staff is on strike and they are blocking the entrances to my school.
I am slowly transitioning from school to work.  I am almost finished and can not wait to start my career.  Here are some photos from the last week!  Work and school, work and school.
Is that not what the fall is all about?
Goodbye summer, fairwell.  See you soon <3 

Some friends visiting at work!  Gorgeous ladies.  The long weekend was slow but I am looking forward to this weekend where everyone is back at school and ready to party!

What I do during the week.  More blogging soon, I promise.  My life has been hectic lately, I've had to take my laptop, my phone, and now my car in for repair.
Kisses!
XO
Veronica

Heels - BCBG
Dress - Marciano
Necklace - Tiffany's

Candy land

Get up out of your seat
Come on up to the dance floor
I've got something so sweet
Come on up to the front door
I need plenty of heat
- MADONNA -- CANDY SHOP


This weekend was a themed event at my work, Candy land!
I have so much fun while I'm working and in one week I will be going back to school to finish up.  I am also looking for an internship during this time.  There are going to be some positive changes in my life soon and I am so excited to start my career.
For now just some photos from the weekend, taken while we were setting up!

Friday

My girlfriend Kristen made her own tutu by taking a piece of ribbon and tying mesh pieces to it!  Her outfit was amazing.  I cut the length of my dress to make it shorter and then tied the extra material to my arm as a bracelet.  Two great DIY ideas!
Dress - Urban Behaviour
Necklace & earrings - Swarovski
Pumps - Walmart
Nailpolish - Revlon

Saturday

Got my hair highlighted on Saturday!  Got bored while it was processing.
Dress - Random boutique
Shoes - BCBG

Polaroid fun...

Xoxoxo
Veronica

Transition to fall

All the leaves are brown
And the sky is gray...
I've been on a walk
On a winter's day
I'd be safe and warm
If I was in L.A.
California dreamin'
On such a winter's day...
- CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' -- BEACH BOYS


The evenings are getting chilly and it is time to start layering and switching your wardrobe over into fall.  I love in between seasons it is when you get to play around the most!  Mix and match a summer skirt with a fall cardigan, boots, or a long jacket, or some long pants with a sheer tank or blouse.   Layer sweaters over dresses, and feel free to wear footwear of all kinds.


I've hit the runways to update you on some of the latest fall trends - photos from Style.com

WARNING:  PHOTO AND TREND OVERLOAD!!!!!!

COLOURS
Neutrals & soft, pale tones

Christian Dior

Blumarine

Giorgio Armani

Burnt & crimson shades, 70's retro colours - purple, orange, yellow, red

Christian Dior

Gucci

Black & gold for a touch of elegance 

Miu Miu

Versace

Gucci

TEXTURE
Bold, graphic prints - I like them done best in monochromatic colours with the shades mixed up.

Emilio Pucci

Snakeskin, animal print, plastic, sheer, shimmer and fur just to name a few

Dolce & Gabbana

Prada

Christian Dior

Pleats, ruffles, bows, feathers, stars, polka dots all over the runways!

Alexander McQueen

Christian Dior

Dolce & Gabbana

STYLES
Gothic-chic.  I have not seen this look perfected on the runway for a long time and I am loving the dark edge to these styles.

Alexander Wang

DKNY

Givenchy

Lanvin

Military, androgynous & equestrian - suits, riding boots, strong and powerful dressing

Louis Vuitton

Blumarine

Burberry

Mulberry

Maxi / midi dressing - play with the lengths of your tops and skirts!  Go anywhere from crop tops to tunics,  medium length to floor length bottoms

Louis Vuitton

Blumarine

Ellie Saab

ACCESSORIES
Chunky collar or choker style necklaces, bowties.

Christian Dior

Alexander Wang

Dolce & Gabbana

Elie Saab

Big & bulky structured jackets & parkas

Miu Miu

Marni

Alexander Wang

Hats!  There are some unique hats on the fall runway so make sure to have fun with the shapes and styles.

Louis Vuitton

Lanvin

Moschino

SHAPES
Cut-outs are here to stay, with V necks as the focus both in the front and at the back.

Versace

Michael Kors

Layering!  Especially around the middle area.  This will help you transition your summer wardrobe into the cooler seasons.

Dsquared2

BCBG Max Azria

Wide leg pants have been peaking around for the last couple seasons but are sure to really make a hit this fall!

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Giorgio Armani

A-line shapes and colour blocking - an updated trend from summer, the blocking is getting chunkier and less neon, and the skirts are longer for the upcoming colder seasons!

Prada

Versace

Balenciaga

Happy fall shopping my loves!

Hold on to the rest of your summer before it slips away

Xoxoxo

Veronica