Dreamcatchers

When hung above a bed, dreamcatchers are said to filter out bad dreams and allow only good dreams to pass through. There is something so transcendent about their ideology and their designs may vary from simple to exceedingly intricate.

I think they are so pretty and am inspired to incorporate them into future jewellery designs.

photos via we heart it

Picturesque Peggy's

Photos taken during an impromptu road trip to Peggy's Cove provide nautical inspiration.

all photos by me

The Denim Jacket

This summer I have endeavoured to find the majority of my outfit inspirations in my already overflowing closet in lieu of purchasing new and redundant pieces. When I do decide to purchase a new item of clothing I've been aiming for pieces that are versatile and can adapt through a multitude of outfits, rather than statement one-time-wear kind of things.

Enter: the denim jacket.

My light-denim jacket is definitely one of the most versatile pieces I've ever purchased. Since bringing it into my closet-family a little over a month ago, it has been an instant wardrobe staple. It emanates an understated-coolness and I have been pairing it with everything. It's a timeless piece that seems to return year after year and can transition through the various Canadian seasons. And, if you decide to wear denim-on-denim you are rocking Canada's official uniform the "Canadian Tuxedo" - just make sure you're pairing various shades of denim, otherwise you may be fashion-exiled.

Here are just a few ways to sport the denim jacket during the summer months (reserved for evening-wear during hot and sunny days):

From left to right:

:: With a citrus-hued maxi dress

:: With a crochet tank and dark-denim skinny jeans

:: With a simple tank and vibrant skirt

:: With a flowing tunic and casual leggings

:: With a feminine mini dress

How do you do your denim?

set created by me

Summer Staples

The following summer staple pieces are glamorous yet unfussy.

:: Big floppy hats add mystique while disguising bad hair days.

:: Maxi dresses are sophisticated and cover everything.

:: Over-sized bags are fashion forward and hold everything but the kitchen sink.

:: Espadrille wedges lengthen legs, add height and are comfortable.

Behold, the perfect summer uniform.

set created by me

Oh Canada

As mentioned in my last post, I participated in the Boardwalk Artists at Alderney Landing event on Canada Day.

The event went super well and I couldn't have had a better day: the sun was shining, I was set-up directly on the waterfront with a picturesque view of downtown Halifax, my sister had an adjacent table so we could hang out all day, I had several lovely and unexpected visitors, I met and chatted with the other amazing vendors and my jewellery was very well received.

Overall it was a perfect day and I couldn't have asked for anything more!

:: this photo by Joe Ros ::

:: Vintage Pink Treasures Jewellery display ::

:: my sister kept busy drawing and sketching all day ::

:: my sister's art (I now own the "Wine Bottle" series on the end) ::

:: our picturesque view of Halifax ::

:: the bustling boardwalk ::

:: Bethany Butterworth ~ Bread and Butter Pottery ::

:: Julie Rosenthal ~ Julie Ros Photography & Origami ::

:: Joe Rosenthal ~ Joe Ros Art & Photography ::

:: origami flowers by Julie Rosenthal (above) ::

:: Romie Froese ~ Art by Romie Froese ::

:: Wood Cravings (email) ::

:: Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick ~ Kilpatrick Fine Art ::

:: Jason Skinner ~ Jason Skinner: Artist / Illustrator ::

:: Close-up of Jason's sidewalk chalk art of the Founding Fathers ::

:: The Standfields during sound check ::

:: Another gorgeous view ::

:: my sister and I ::

:: Oh Canada ::

1st photo by Joe Ros; all other photos by me