Name Changes.

I know I haven't been posting too long, but I changed it up already. I'm having way more fun posting clothes and shoes and things I window-shop for online... so I think I want to focus on that instead of all the teaching I'm doing (I kiiiiiid, I kid... I'm not teaching right now...). Of course, we can't shop all the time so it will be interlaced with some updates on my teaching life (whenever that starts!) Of course, everything I shop for is vegan... no wool, silk, leather, suede... etc. Being vegan doesn't mean dressing like a hippie (unless that's what you want to do). Okay, enough with the parentheses, girl.

In the meantime, I'm totally torn on which boots I want to get this fall.

First up, 3 from Aldo. All under $100. Sometimes Aldo says synthetic online... but then you get to the store and they are lined with leather. So I'm always careful to double-check before buying them. I love these flat boots. I almost got a pair last year but these are cuter than those were... so glad I waited!

Next, these are from Steve Madden's Madden Girl line, which is leather-free and more price-conscious than his main line. They also come in black, but I love the tan colour alot! $100.

Last, from Spring. They offered these last year and I tried to find them, but of course they were out of my size. Well, they're back this year and in 2 colours (black is the other one). I guess I should get them soon, lest I wait too long and regret my decision yet again... what are the chances they'll have them 3 years in a row? $90.

Anyone wanna help me pick? Or volunteer to get me all of them?

Warm Summer Nights...

Today was so warm and beautiful. In fact, it was a record-setting high, over 30 degrees. I love walking around outside in the evening when it's warm and still summer-y.

I picked up The Book of Awesome and I highly recommend it for anyone who likes to smile and remember all the little happy moments in life. I was laughing out loud reading it on the bus, trying not to get too many stares.

I applied for two more jobs, at Outdoor Education schools... it would be a one-year position, filling in for maternity leave or something, but it would be awesome! Some of the 'assets' listed in the job posting were: cross country skiing, snowshoeing, high ropes experience and canoeing. Who wouldn't love that job!? Crazy people, that's who....

Time for me to unplug and wind down... off to help my mom at her school's 50th anniversary tomorrow,.... taking people on tours of the farm!

Recent Purchases....

I love end of season sales. You can always find really cute stuff for amazing prices. I got two pairs of summer wedges from Aldo, under $40 total. They are both cute and really high, but still comfy because of the platform. Also, I think they are not too trendy, so I will still get good wear out of them next year!

I've been reading lots of fashion blogs lately, and while many of those bloggers spend hundreds of dollars on shoes and wear non-vegan materials, I'm still inspired by the fun they have with their fashion... and I've realized that I've become too practical for my own tastes. Flats have their place, but I love a high shoe! So I decided I should get myself back to when I used to wear shoes I love, height and practicality be damned! I'm only 25, I should be wearing impossibly high, ridiculous shoes! And so I shall.

Supply

So I am off to my first day of supplying this year. Unfortunately I can only supply in the non-teaching positions, which really, really sucks. I want so badly just to be added to the other list, knowing that I already fill the role without the title. It's just so frustrating. And so many people seem to get 'helped' along the process, but as much as I try, everyone just tells me the official way to do things. I just want to say 'Ya, I know how to do it... I want you to help." Sigh.

In the meantime, at least I'm working 25hrs a week, which is 5x what I was before! It'll all work out, right?!

Sparkle!

I really, really love these Steve Madden shoes. Just need somewhere to take them out.

Cardigans.

I. love. Cardigans.

For fall, they are the perfect topper for any outfit. They can go casual, dressy, cute, business or any other way you might want to! Plus you can get them in so many weights, that they are perfect for any situation. Plus, now there are so many lengths, necklines, arm lengths that you can't go wrong! Now is the perfect time of year to stock up, I find so many of the winter cardigans are wool, which not only makes me itch, it's totally not vegan:( .

Here's one I already have and love, from Old Navy. So cute to perk up a jeans/tshirt combo. My favourite way to wear it is with dark jeans and a white t. $34.50.

This chunky lovely one is from Esprit. $69.50. I love the big chunky sweaters with skinny denim or pants, with high heeled booties, totally cute.

This is from Gap (which I always call The Gap, even though the The is not official). Great to throw on over top for a quick errand. I can also see this one sitting around campfires when it gets a bit chillier. $64.50.

This one is from BCBGeneration. The oversized look seems to be really 'in' right now, and I can't say I don't love it. It is comfy, cozy and hides a plethora of body insecurities anyone might have. $88.00. I'm really lemming this one.

The last one is the staple, the go-to cardigan that appears every fall. It just wouldn't be fall without argyle, am I right? Old Navy, $34.50.

I've made my list! Happy shopping.

Yessss.

Got a mani/pedi today. It's just so much more enjoyable when someone does it for you! I don't get them often, once every few months, but it's nice to get the pampering.

I got Lincoln Park After Dark on my toes, and Hollywood Blonde on my fingers. Both are OPI, which awesomely, is all vegan! Go OPI! Maybe I'll get pics later. :)