Happy Halloween

It’s that time of the year again, when everything is jolly and fun…and no, I am not talking about Christmas! It’s time to put on your best DIY costume (forget about all that store bought crap!) and celebrate Halloween, my favourite holiday of them all.

This year, I was in charge of confecting not 1, not 2 but 8 Halloween costumes. Let’s just say that with my free schedule I was begging for something fun to do apart from sending resumes, which is what my live has consisted of for the last few weeks. My mission: create two sets of costumes, one for a millennium party where we decided to go as the Spice Girls and one for a simple Halloween party where we went as the Riverdale gang otherwise known as Archie and friends.

It was with a long list of necessities that I started my thrift store hunt. Surprisingly, the item I thought would be the hardest to find was the first one I crossed off my list. Orange pants are not an everyday occurrence so I couldn’t believe my luck when I stumbled across a pair of skinny fit Jean-Paul Gaultier never worn orange pants for a mere 5.99$! Jackpot! After that, everything else was a piece of cake! 

The final touch to our costumes was the comic strip bubbles which were the best conversation starter ever! Let’s just say a hand full of profanities were written on those tiny boards (might just be why I had to photoshop the first pic ;))

Hope you have an amazing Halloween night.

Now, back to eating candy!

Manicure Wednesday: Moss

On My Nails: Revlon mini in Moss

The perfect moss green shade and the best dupe/replacement for the Chanel Les Khakis collection which I am still dreaming about. Can you believe that for me, these are considered long nails...lol. I know I am in dire need of a real manicure but unfortunately, my empty wallet is preventing me from indulging in such matters. 

Week 3: Done...but barely! I'm at the point where my nails have reach their breaking point. I'm having a hard time maintaining their shade. Do you have any tricks and tips that could help? At this point, I am desperate and would almost try anything that could safe my nails without breaking the bank.

Style Muse: Shae Acopian Detar

All pictures belong to Shae Acopian Detar

This week’s Style Muse is another blogger called Shae Acodian Deter! I was stunned when I stumbled onto her photography/fashion blog late last week simply because I couldn’t imagine this was my first time ever visiting it or even reading about her. Well, to be honest, It wasn’t really my first time looking at some of her pictures because I had, in fact, saved quite a few of her art into an inspiration folder. I'm cofident the pictures do all the talking so I’ll shut up and let them show you how wonderful/talented/stylish she is. Her look is exactly on target in terms inspiration for me. Perfection!

PS: Doesn’t she and her husband look absolutely hopelessly in love. I’m kind of jealous ;)

Shae Acopian Detar for StyleLikeU.com from StyleLikeU on Vimeo.

Mermaid in Stripes

Cropped Pleather Jacket Thrifted - Breton Stripe Shirt Vintage (DIY) - Lace Mermaid Maxi Skirt Thrifted via Community Shop - Necklace Forever 21- Clutch Thrifted - Wedge Boots Spring

Taking chances in life always pays off, especially when it comes to thrifting. Both of the pieces I am wearing in this post are items I found at my local church garage sale. At 2$ each, they were definitely a bargain I couldn’t pass up which is why I had no problem taking the plunge and getting this over the top mermaid lace maxi skirt. Not something I was planning on wearing in my everyday life! I wasn’t sure if the silhouette was quite right for me or if I would ever have the guts to wear it out of the house. As I often do when vintage hunting at community shops, I didn’t try any of the item on and simply hoped for the best. Let’s just say I am not too fond of trying stuff on next to an old man ogling me and telling me I should definitely get it because it looks great in the butt area (try story, I swear!). Plus, those kinds of places often don’t even have decent changing rooms. So, I like to take chances and this part of the ritual (thrifting is my religion!) has somewhat become part of the fun. At those prices, I never feel too bad about taking the risk and bringing it home all the while wondering: Will it work or not?! 

I’m so glad I took a chance on this skirt because it has now become one of my favourite. I’ve now realized that the mermaid shade serves my body a lot better than any of the maxi counterpart. I’ve got a butt to balance out ;). Paired with a DIY cropped striped shirt, the look becomes day time appropriate while still having behind more intricate than a simple black skirt. 

Lesson of the day: Take chances when it comes to style. It will pay off, more often than not. 

Manicure Wednesday: Goddess Hands

On My Nails Revlon Metallic in Copper Penny 932
On My Wrist BCBG Max Azria, Gift from mom, Vintage, Vintage, Friendship bracelet from Peru bought at the Flea Market

This week shade is called Copper Penny but somehow, I feel like the shade reads more like a rose gold. I've been really into metallics lately...on my nails or even when it comes to my choice of makeup. Golds, silvers and bronzes are just the perfect way to bring a bit of warmth to your face when the weather cools down.

By the way, buying the quick-dry polish from Sally Hensen was the best thing I ever did. 5$ very well spent on my part! I think I've changed my nail polish every 2 days since I purchased it.

Week 2: DONE!

Style Muse: Ashley Madekwe

All picture from Ashley's blog Ring My Bell

One of my favourite new shows in the fall line-up has to be Revenge, a Gossip Girl-like story about a girl getting vengeance on Hampton’s high society for wrongfully accusing her dad of a crime he didn’t commit. Among the brilliant cast is British actress Ashley Madekwe a talented up-and-coming lady you’re sure to see on your screen for a really long time. She previously starred as Bambi in Showtime’s Secret Diary of a Call Girl and the defunct (so sad!) The Beautiful Life: TBL as ‘’It’’ model Marissa, two shows that were/are real eye candy when it comes to fashion!

Ashley is not only a style muse when it comes to her TV persona, her real life fashion choices are just as inspiring as her screen counterparts. This is the reason why I was so excited when I stumbled across her personal style blog called Ring my Bell (a reference to her ex co-star’s song!?). Yeah! You read right! A renowned actress with an actual real fashion blog including daily outfit pictures as well sneak peeks at her most recent purchases. What I love more than anything about the way she blogs is that you don’t feel she is any different than any other style bloggers…ok, maybe apart from some of the mentions about her day job ;). You can feel the love she has for fashion through every single post she write! Where she finds the time to do all of this…I have no idea but I certainly won’t complain!

Don’t forget to check her out: http://ashley-ringmybell.blogspot.com/

You can also follow her of Twitter and Like her page on FB.

I’m curious to know, which celebrity’s personal style blog would you love to read?

Parking Space

Jacket Thrifted - Blouse Thrifted via Fripa-Prix Renaissance - Skirt Vintage - Belt Thrifted - Tights Secret - Bag Vintage Moschino - Scarf H&M - Earrings Vintage - Bracelets Vintage, BCBG Max Azria, Gifts - Boots Spring

Modern.Antoinette. Vintage: Ebay Store

New In Store

Manicure Wednesday: Disco Nails

On My Nails Revlon Metallic in Silver Dollar 928 - Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear in Strobe Light 200 - Sally Hansen Insta-dri Anti-chip Top Coat

Rings Souvenir from Cuba, Urban Outfitters

I've always had the bad habit of playing with my nails, making it really hard to let them grow long and pretty. Their sad state surely doesn't help my chubby fingers from looking anymore decent which is why I have decided to instate Manicure Wednesday! Every week, I'll be showing you what is currently on my nails, therefore preventing me from biting my nail or chipping off my poilish. If you see me skipping a week, make sure to bring me right back on track. My goal: long hard nail that won't break so easily and nice manicured hands by the end of the year (I'm so jealous of my sisters rock-hard nails!)


This week, I'm going total disco queen on you! You wouldn't guess it from this look but I usually hate anything glittery...Only fools never change their mind.

Style Muse: Bryce Dallas Howard

I love this photoshoot Bryce did with Kirsten Dunst for an issue of Jane (RIP)

Bryce Dallas Howard first captures my attention with her elfin look in the 2004 movie The Village. Every single time I see a picture of her, I have this sudden urge to dye my hair back to a rich shade of red…and every single time, I have to remind myself that I’ll probably regretting it when I don’t end up looking as perfect as she does. The girl has some amazing features, there’s no denying it but what truly amazes me is her red carpet style. She always looks fresh without being a trend whore and still manages to look good while being at the peak of her pregnancy…you’ve got to admire a girl that still puts in the effort when she is 8 months along!

The two last movies I saw at the theater starred the lovely Bryce first, as a neurotic southern bitch in The Help and secondly as a vain self-centered bitch in 50/50. If you still haven’t seen these movies, do yourself a favour and run to the nearest cinema. You will not regret it!

While you’re at it, why don’t you tell me which of Bryce’s character is your favourite between Hilly and Rachael?

All pictures: TFS

Television Noise Blouse

Trench Coat Vintage Max Mara via Fripe-prix Renaissance - Blouse c/o Calvin Klein - Jeans Old Navy - Boots MySpringShoes - Ring Sirens

Yesterday, I told you all about the Calvin Klein store opening I went to a few days ago. Curious to see what I picked up with the gift certificate they sent me (big thank you by the way!)? Well, here it goes. 

It was so hard to pick up only one item (no paycheck = no shopping) but my choice landed on this adorable digital print blouse (doesn’t it remind you of television noise?) with a cute pussy bow. The classic shape makes it an amazing layering piece for day or night. 

This time around, I decided to pair it with one of my newest designer thrifting finds: a Max Mara trench coat! Its oversized and A-line shape is the perfect shape for fall layering. I can’t wait to pair it with chunky knits and cozy scarves. The fun thing is that I know I’ll wear it for a really long time.

Events: Calvin Klein Store Opening

A week ago, I was invited to the opening of the very first Calvin Klein Store in Canada at MarchéCentral. I had heard so many great things about their dresses and the way they fit any woman’s figure perfectly that my hopes about the merchandise were really high. Worn by everyone from Diane Kruger to Ashley Olsen (do I even need to say how much I appreciate their respective style!?), Calvin Klein is a brand that offers great wardrobe staples by reinventing classic pieces seasons after seasons. While my personal wardrobe consists mostly of thrifting finds and vintage treasures, I’ve recently found a new love for investment pieces in luxurious fabrics. I like quantity and all but it is always nice to know that you’re most recent acquisition will last more than a year. To my delight, it was exactly what I was surrounded with when I stepped into the brand new store. My wish list grew with every single step I took. A trendy cape here, a casual parka there among the comfiest underwear and the perfect sheath dress, I love that the store is a one-stop shop to build an entire outfit. I couldn’t help but leave with a blouse…but you’ll have to wait until tomorrow to see it! 

Calvin Klein

999, rue du Marché Central, C-5

Montréal (Québec)

H4N 1J8