Spring/Summer Outfits
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The Little White Linen (Reformation) Dress I Wore to Our Engagement Party
The First of Three Sustainable White Dresses for Our Wedding Celebrations. Sustainability has been top of mind for me through-out our wedding planning. And that definitely includes the outfits I will be wearing at our Engagement Party, our Wedding Ceremony, and our Wedding Reception. The first white dress I want to reveal is my Engagement…
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The Devil’s in the Details: Venues, Caterers, and Everything Else for a Vegan Wedding
Everything You Need to Know When Planning a Cost-Effective Vegan Wedding in Toronto With so many options, and a set budget, where do you even start? This article is not about creating a Pinterest board or how to find a good photographer, because there are plenty of sources on the internet about that already. What…
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What to Wear When It’s Scorchingly Hot
The perfect capsule summer collection for a beach vacation! We recently visited beautiful, wild, and tropical Cayo Coco, Cuba. And while we had an amazing stay, the temperatures were formidable. Mix in high humidity and you quickly realize that what may work for a sunny city summer day certainly won’t be comfortable this close to…
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Sustainable Pieces I’ve Added to my Wardrobe for Spring & Summer
What Do I Look for When Adding to my Curated Wardrobe? With the hot temperatures in mind, I’ve carefully selected a few key pieces that should be on high-rotation well through until the fall. I sought out designs that were more on the timeless side, over trendy. Also, I like to wear my clothing year-round…
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On The Hunt for Chic & Sustainable Vegan Wedding Shoes
When You Don’t Know Where to Start, Why Not Begin With Your Shoes? I might be in the minority when it comes to wedding planning. Nearly every female friend I discuss marriage with has a list of criteria and expectations for her wedding day that she’s been working on for years (or decades). Me on…
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Being Brave.
Being Brave in the Face of Controversy. Bravery requires equal parts strength, determination, and love. Some will say acting out of love makes you weak, but I disagree. Taking the step into veganism was one of the bravest things I’ve ever done. Not that it was a hard choice to make ethically. (That part is…
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Wearing Reformation + Eating All The Vegan Food in NYC
2 Days of Vegan Eating in NYC. Ah, Manhattan. Who hasn’t fallen in love with New York City at one time or another? Infamous for both its influence and power across the design, food and fashion industries. New York is also a go-to destination for vegan foodies. If you ever visit, be sure to sample…
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Hard Life Lessons I Learned Before I Turned 30
Brutally Honest Life Advice From an Extroverted Introvert. Turning 30 seems to have a bad reputation. But I couldn’t feel more optimistic about it! It’s something I embrace wholeheartedly because I finally feel comfortable in my skin. I must admit, it’s been a long, winding path to get here. And yet with every obstacle, I…
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The 5 Best Luxury Vegan Bags for Summer 2018
What to Look for When Buying a Luxury Vegan Bag. Like most things in my closet, I do a lot of research before I buy a new luxury vegan handbag. And whenever possible, I like to see and touch the item in person to check for quality. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve definitely changed the way I…
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5 Juicy Facts about Second-hand, Luxury Consignment Shopping
Second-Hand Never Looked So Fabulous! Before I get into Luxury Consignment shopping, let’s be super real for a moment here. Fashion is an integral part of who we are as individuals. Clothing can be transformative, elevating and fun. But garment production is also one of the main contributors to environmental pollution. And as someone who…
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6 Small & Easy Ways to Help Protect the Planet
Switch-Up Your Habits to Reduce Your Environmental Footprint. Smalls changes with large-scale impact is the theme of today’s post. We only have one planet. 🌍 Collectively, it’s up to you and me to take care of it! And while that may seem daunting, I assure you there are some super-simple things that you can start…
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The Sustainable Reformation Wrap Dress That I’ll Be Living in this Summer
Reformation is your new eco-chic girl crush. This Reformation dress is on fire! I literally do not want to take it off. Ever. But let’s take a few steps back. I’ve been eyeing the ethical and sustainability-focused brand Reformation for a few years. Their designs are swoon-worthy (you’ve probably pinned a dress or two from…