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Luxurious. Made in Canada 🧸 Swipe to see the s

Luxurious. Made in Canada 🧸

Swipe to see the swoon-worthy details of this dress by @elizafaulkner
It pairs perfectly with my @freedandfreed winter coat (also made in Canada!!) and @pixiemood purse.
These winter-ready boots are ethically made in Europe by @naeveganshoes (pr)

#canada #madeincanada #slowfashion #monochromestyle #monochromeoutfit #elizafaulkner #freedandfreed #pixiemood #naeveganshoes

A bittersweet end to 2024. Wanting to disappear in

A bittersweet end to 2024. Wanting to disappear into the void of the numbness, I debated sharing this… the sudden loss of my friend Justin, who I first met when I was only 19, has rendered me … detached and inarticulate.

2025 is a year that I plan to scale back my social media presence. Not because I don’t enjoy sharing on the topics of sustainability, ethical luxury and the joys of intentional living… but because I have other passion projects. And I feel like the time has come for me to flex those skills, push my own boundaries, to see what I’m truly capable of.

Justin and I sometimes felt like we were cut from the same cloth. We could adapt to anything, thrive anywhere, and yet never feel settled. We both struggled with the pull of curiosity and wanting to take things apart, just to see what’s inside. And of course, the thrill of deciphering the impossible. I remember dancing in my twenties to Bittersweet Symphony, blasting from the stage speakers while his dad DJ’d at The Mod Club. Countless nights and debates and laughs. And as we grew older, weekend brunches and side hustles in finance, technology, or whatever fascination had currently taken hold.

He always stood up for me, and more importantly, my mind. We believed in each other’s potential. The more cerebral, the better. Thinking of the brilliant mind that we’ve lost will forever bring overwhelming grief to me.

I will miss you Justin. Rest easy now my friend xo.

An ode to Le Château Frontenac. I could not imagi

An ode to Le Château Frontenac. I could not imagine a dreamier place to celebrate Christmas than within an 1800s castle*

*although Châteauesque, this huge structure was never actually used as a wealthy family dwelling. It was actually built to attract more tourists! After its completion, it was decorated with ornate Art Deco structures outside. The cannons and brick military walls are authentic though. They are the remnants of the long battle between the French and the English.
It’s also a National Historic Site of Canada.

#chateaufrontenac #frenchstyle #oldmoneyaesthetic #oldmoney #quebec #quebecity #vintagevibe #christmas #classystyle

Quebec City part 1. Wow! What an incredible city.

Quebec City part 1. Wow! What an incredible city. The first night we went to the Christmas market and strolled the snow dusted streets.
Day two started with a walking tour, followed by lots of eating (I was shocked that they have amazing vegan options here!) and a visit to the serene Strøm spa.

This elegant made-in-Canada vegan winter coat kept me quite toasty in the -10 weather. Brands are tagged.

#oldquebec #quebecity #freedandfreed #callitspring #noize #stellamcartney #winterwonderland #winterfashion #winteroutfit #classyvision #vegan #vegancoat #christmasmarket #travelcanada

It’s getting chilly! Some snaps from The Well in

It’s getting chilly! Some snaps from The Well in Toronto.

Coat and mittens are several seasons old, by vegan outerwear company Noize.

#toronto #thewell #winterwonderland #winterfashion #veganfashion #veganfashionblogger

Ma’am this is a parking garage. Let’s talk abo

*screams in burgundy* #classyvision #burgundy #ma

*screams in burgundy*

#classyvision #burgundy #maroon #monochromeoutfit

Nerd by day. Diva by night.🤭 Ethical outfit det

Nerd by day. Diva by night.🤭 Ethical outfit details:
Waffle crewneck by Province of Canada -> Red velvet halter dress secondhand via Space Vintage, Kensington Market.

#classyvision #slowfashion #toronto #frenchstyle #oldmoneyaesthetic #classystreetwear #vintagevibe #shopsmall #smallbusiness

Time for a physical and mental reset. I live with

Time for a physical and mental reset. I live with a rare medical condition called Lymphedema. So addressing my circulatory and nervous system is a weekly practice for me.

Because of that, I’ve been practicing hot and cold circuits since I was a teenager.

Luckily, there are many facilities at gyms and spas specifically for this. So it’s no wonder I like exploring the various options in Toronto.

These facilities will offer a dry sauna or steam room followed by a cold plunge. Go slowly. The point is to relax into the physical sensations. (You can also mimic a similar, less intense treatment at home by alternating a steamy shower + ice cold bath.)

Once you’ve completed a 30-45 hot/cold circuit with deep, intentional breath work throughout, you should RELAX to reap the physical and mental benefits.

Alternating between hot and cold temperatures can be shocking the first time—but once your body adjusts to the temperature changes, something interesting happens.

—Improved circulation and metabolic rate: these circuits get blood circulation pumping, which can help speed up healing.

—Reduced inflammation: similarly, the lymphatic system starts moving, which reduces swelling and edema (fluid overload in tissues.)

—Decreased muscle pain and soreness: especially after strenuous exercise.

—Elevated mood: surprisingly, these circuits can boost endorphins, which can elevate mood and help relieve depressive symptoms.

Would you try a sauna + cold plunge circuit?

#toronto #sweatandtonic #lymphaticdrainage #mentalheath #physicalrecovery #coldplunge #sauna #hotcoldtherapy #hotcold #edema #inflammation

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A Curated Collection

After years of sleuthing, testing, and collecting, I’m pleased to share with you a tailored shopping page of my absolute favourites that span beauty, wardrobe, home, and wellness.

These are tried-and-true, high-quality items that I reach for constantly. Clothing and accessory items included here are some of my core wardrobe staples, which you’ve seen me wear over and over again. (Those are always the best investments.)

WARDROBE

CLASSIC CAPSULE BASICS ∘ FOOTWEAR ∘ OUTERWEAR

VEERAH Indra slingback – save 10% w/ NATALIEMILAKARA

Rachel tights – Save $10!

Rachel tights – Save $10!

LINJER – Eli bracelet; save $ with PURIST

FRANC shorts – save with THE_PURIST_

Eliza Faulkner – Dolly Mesh Turtleneck

Eliza Faulkner – Louise Dress

Linjer – Citrine Bracelet – Sigrid

Alexandra K NAMI ink black corn leather handbag

KOTN mockneck tank

KOTN reversible skirt

VEJA Campo canvas sneaker

KOTN 90s crop top

Frank & Oak Satin LENZING Skirt – Save $15

Frank & Oak Satin LENZING Blouse – Save $15

Frank & Oak Satin LENZING Skirt – Save $15

Frank & Oak Satin LENZING Blouse – Save $15

Collection and Co Carina boots

Pepper Zero-G bra – save 10%

AndOR Collective Technical Knit Skirt

Bleusalt The Long Sleeve Crew Dress – Save 20$

Pepper Lift Up bra – Save 10%!

Province of Canada Crop Top

Essentiels Co tie-front top

Birds of North America Linen Dress

Alltrueist made to order knit skirt

Alltrueist made to order knit dress

VEERAH Hedy Boots – 10% off NATALIEMILAKARA

Bleusalt Tube Skirt – Save $20!

Franc Lightweight Trouser Sweatpant – SAVE with code THE_PURIST_

Franc Slim Jogger Pant – SAVE with code THE_PURIST_

Alexandra K Bliss Sneakers Grape “Leather” Rosy Beige

Pleated Vegan Silk Skirt

ThredUP – browse denim skirts – save $10

Vestiaire Collective Stella McCartney Falabella Tote – Save $50 ‘USX53P’

Joah Brown Invisible Zip Long Sleeve

Joah Brown Slouchy Dolman Long Sleeve

Alexandra K 1.5 Corn “Leather” Rosy Beige

Bleusalt 1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!

Encircled The Comfy Dress Shirt

Bleusalt Turtleneck – Save $20!

Bleusalt Classic Sweatpants – Save $20!

Joah Brown Bare Tanktop

Bleusalt 1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!

Alexandra K 1.4 – Grape “Leather”

Rothy’s The Point Flats – Save $20!

Encircled The Comfy Blouse

Encircled The Comfy Puff Sleeve Cardigan

Bleusalt Swing Top – Save $20!

Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Dusty Pink

Rothy’s The Square Flats – Save $20!

Rothy’s Sneakers – Save $20!

VEERAH Indra slingback – save 10% w/ NATALIEMILAKARA

Nae Aurora boots

VEJA Campo canvas sneaker

Collection and Co Carina boots

VEERAH Hedy Boots – 10% off NATALIEMILAKARA

Alexandra K Bliss Sneakers Grape “Leather” Rosy Beige

VEERAH Frida Heels – 10% Off NATALIEMILAKARA

Ecoalf Eliot Recycled Fiber Knit Sneakers

VEERAH Vicky Flats – Save 10% NATALIEMILAKARA

Nae Vegan Shoes – Jaque

Rothy’s The Point Flats – Save $20!

Rothy’s The Square Flats – Save $20!

Rothy’s Sneakers – Save $20!

Eliza Faulkner – Polly Cardigan

WUXLY – Palais Parka

Stella McCartney Vivienne Tapestry Coat – Vestiaire Co. SAVE $50 ‘USX53P’

FREED Carrie coat

Appari Bambi vegan fur scarf

Apparis Ariel vegan fur fingerless mittens

Ecoalf Isola 3-in-1 Recycled Fiber Coat

NOIZE Jazlyn Vegan “Wool” Coat – Save 10%!

Eliza Faulkner – Polly Cardigan

WUXLY – Palais Parka

Stella McCartney Vivienne Tapestry Coat – Vestiaire Co. SAVE $50 ‘USX53P’

FREED Carrie coat

Appari Bambi vegan fur scarf

Apparis Ariel vegan fur fingerless mittens

Ecoalf Isola 3-in-1 Recycled Fiber Coat

NOIZE Jazlyn Vegan “Wool” Coat – Save 10%!

👀 MY FULL CLOSET ⇢

ACCESSORIES

HANDBAGS ∘ JEWELRY ∘ SUNGLASSES ∘ SCARVES

Alexandra K NAMI ink black corn leather handbag

Pixie Mood Athena bag

Pixie Mood – Blossom recycled material backpack

Vestiaire Collective Stella McCartney Falabella Tote – Save $50 ‘USX53P’

Alexandra K 1.5 Corn “Leather” Rosy Beige

Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Olive

Alexandra K 1.3 Mini in Faux Croc

Stella McCartney Falabella Pochette Shoulder Bag

Alexandra K 1.4 – Grape “Leather”

Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Dusty Pink

Alexandra K NAMI ink black corn leather handbag

Pixie Mood Athena bag

Pixie Mood – Blossom recycled material backpack

Vestiaire Collective Stella McCartney Falabella Tote – Save $50 ‘USX53P’

Alexandra K 1.5 Corn “Leather” Rosy Beige

Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Olive

Alexandra K 1.3 Mini in Faux Croc

Stella McCartney Falabella Pochette Shoulder Bag

Alexandra K 1.4 – Grape “Leather”

Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Dusty Pink

LINJER – Eli bracelet; save $ with PURIST

Linjer – Citrine Bracelet – Sigrid

Linjer – Tennis Bracelet

Linjer – Moonstone Bracelet

Ana Luisa Georgie earrings

Ana Luisa Papillon earrings

Ana Luisa Cleo snake ring

Ana Luisa Chloe eternity ring

Ana Luisa Hana Lee heart pendant necklace

Ana Luisa Laura chain necklace

Pilgrim recycled metal necklace

Pilgrim recycled metal ring

Ecksand Oval-Cut Morganite Stackable Ring

FTJCo Parliament – PEARL CHARM IN SILVER

Pilgrim MICHALINA RECYCLED EARRINGS

Pilgrim LEARN RECYCLED BRAIDED-CHAIN NECKLACE

👀 MY CURATED COLLECTION ⇢

BEAUTY

SKINCARE ∘ MAKEUP ∘ PERFUME ∘ NAILS

Odacite Creme De La Nuit

Activist – mini refillable trial kit

YonKa: Glyconight 10% Masque

Eminence: Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum

Activist Skincare zero waste Tinted SPF – save $ w ‘THEPURIST’

100% Pure Vitamin C Mask

Activist (refillable) Calming Force Clear Skin serum – 20% off w/ THEPURIST

Activist (refillable) Active Hydration Vitamin C serum – 20% off w/ THEPURIST

Activist (refillable) Sea to Skin Cleansing Gel – 20% off w/ THEPURIST

Moon Juice Cosmic Cream

I key List Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) Serum

Moon Juice Acid Potion 25% AHA/BHA – SAVE $20

Pacific Glow Baby Brightening Face Wash

Pacifica Kale Detox Deep Cleaning Face Wash

The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% HA serum

Graydon Face Glow tinted primer

COOLA – Classic Matte SPF 30

Ursa Major – Vitamin C Serum

Eminence Marine Flower Peptide eye cream

Tata Harper Restorative Eye Creme

True Botanicals RENEW Pure Radiance Oil

The Inky List Targeted Blemish Duo – Save 15%

ODACITE Ac + R | Youthful Glow

Ethique Bliss Facewash/Makeup Remover (zero waste)

Ethique Gingersnap Face Scrub (zero waste)

Eminence Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant

May Lindstrom The Blue Cocoon

May Lindstrom The Problem Solver

FITGLOW BEAUTY Cloud Comfort Cream – 20% off

KYPRIS BEAUTY Glow Philtre

KYPRIS BEAUTY Beauty Elixir I

KAHINA GIVING BEAUTY Facial Cleanser

JOSH ROSEBROOK Hydrating Accelerator

OSEA Anti-Aging Body Balm

ODACITE Bl + C | Pimples

ODACITE Crystal Contour Gua Sha Rose Quartz

ODACITE Ro + Y | Deep Wrinkles

ODACITE All-Embracing Serum

Merit – Signature lip in Ginger

Cheekbone Beauty Fearless Eyeshadow in Honey Calcite – save$20

Cheekbone Beauty – Unify Multi-Pencil (multiple shades)

Patrick Ta Major Brow Lamination gel

Ilia Skin Rewind Complexion Stick

Axiology Multi Stick in Devotion

FitGlow Beauty Cloud Collagen (vegan) Balm – Save 20%

Ere Perez Coco Crayon in Brave

LAWLESS Forget The Filler Lip Gloss – SAVE $10

ILIA Color Block Lipstick in Cinnabar

Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen in Black Cocoa

Patrick Ta Major Headlines in She’s Blushing

Charlotte Tilbury Colour Chameleon in Bronzed Garnet

Patrick Ta Major Sculpt

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerise in Pillow Talk

MERIT Day Glow in Cava

SuperGoop (Re)Setting SPF Powder

Kosas Air Brow Clear Gel

Kosas Cloud Set Powder

Kosas Revealer Concealer

Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara

LAWLESS Conseal the Deal Concealer with Caffeine – Save $10

Ere Perez Coco Crayon in Charm

19/99 Precision Colour Pencil in Barna

Milk Makeup Sunshine Undereye Brightener

Cheekbone Beauty Sustain Blush/Bronzer

HYNT BEAUTY Duet Cream Concealer in Buff Medium

LAWLESS Forget The Filler Lip Mask – SAVE $10

Kosas Air Brow Tinted Volumizing Treatment Gel

Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara

RMS BEAUTY Luminizing Powder

Ilia TrueSkin Serum Concealer

100% Pure Creamy Long Last Liner

ILIA Balmy Gloss Tinted Lip Oil

100% Pure 2nd Skin Green Color Corrector (Acne + Scars)

HYNT BEAUTY Eyebrow Definer

100% Pure – Cocoa Kissed Bronzer

FitGlow Beauty Vegan LipLiners – 20% off

👀 MY BEAUTY SHELF ⇢

Wellness

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Blend – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Cacao Reishi – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Instant Mushroom Coffee Lion’s Mane – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Lion’s Mane Elixir – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Blend – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Cacao Reishi – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Instant Mushroom Coffee Lion’s Mane – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Lion’s Mane Elixir – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Blend – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Cacao Reishi – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Instant Mushroom Coffee Lion’s Mane – 10% THEPURISTLIFE

Four Sigmatic Lion’s Mane Elixir – 10% THEPURISTLIFE