Denim + Chambray

hat: via thrift

scarf: via thrift

top: Forever 21

belt: via thrift
purse: via thrift
heels: Steve Madden

Just a little post to let you all know I'm still alive and dressed! I snatched this purse from a giant bag pile in a thrift store - it's so classic! Reminds me of a vintage Coach satchel... although, it is not.

I am almost one month away from finishing the last semester of my university degree! Hurray! I have been dressing pretty casual lately, my goals being: get out of bed and get to school, (having done the work needed to be handed in that day.)

I hope everyone is doing well and my fellow students are not too stressed out! (Seriously, stress is the worst thing for your body. I would recommend mindful meditation.)

La Vie en Rose

coat: via The Bay
blouse: via H&M
skirt: via thrift
tights: HUE

clog heels: Steve Madden

I bet you were expecting a super mushy Valentine's Day post in which I am dressed as a cinnamon heart - yeah right! Kidding - romance rules my everyday. I promise that a post will follow in which I am dressed like a sugary bundle of candy prancing down the sidewalk.

I spotted this coat in The Bay and could not believe how gorgeous it was. Fake leopard fur trim at the collar and cuffs - what a cropped coat! I was saddened by the price tag, which was a little out of my range, but then I noticed a sign indicating that it was 50% off. I think The Bay is marking down new brands they bring it to see how they sell? Either way, expect this coat to be grafted to my body in the coming spring.

Many cite Valentine's Day as a holiday for lovers, but I think it's an opportunity for an outpouring of love to and from everyone. Love your partner. Love your mom. Love your cat. Love your pals. Whatever! I use today as an opportunity to make collage cards cut from National Geographic magazines with heartfelt pun statements, (ie. "I love ewe" written over a photo of a sheep.)

My camera seemed to have trouble with the clarity of these photos because... my skin tone matches the wall behind me? I didn't notice until I uploaded the photos - and woah is that weird. A more contrasted background is to follow. 

Mitzi Loves Swan Bag

How amazing is this A Bird of II Feathers bag by Mimi Pong? I spotted it in a recent issue of Frankie Magazine that I picked up this week. I would love to tote my schoolbooks around in this beauty! It takes the fairytale metaphor one step further; when turned inside-out, it morphs into a neutral coloured cygnet. The transformation reminds me of The Swan Princess, well, I guess it's more like The Ugly Duckling.

Swan accessories have been spotted all over the blogosphere in the past few months and this tote makes for a pretty perfect accessory for those of us with a romantic heart.

Last Day of Magic

hat: via thrift
top: Forever 21
belt: via thrift
skirt: via friend's apartment vintage sale!
shoes: via consignment shop

Here is my first official couch surfing style post! I purchased this fantastic skirt for a steal of a deal from a clothing sale a friend was having because she is moving overseas. I blabbed on about cream and how ideal it is for pairing with pastels in this post and am so delighted with this piece. It's heavy and warm to carry me through those chilly, (and rainy!) days for the next few months.

I love little porkpie hats and one of my summer staples this year will hopefully be a straw boater. I need to find one that a. fits on my tiny head and b. does not fall off of my tiny head. But seriously, what is a more perfect summery staple than a straw cap? At this point in the long gray winter I am really beginning to pine for sunshine and warmer weather. I'm compromising by making really summery music mixes - sunny days, can't wait!

The First Mint of Spring

cardigan: via thrift

dress: 1960's vintage

tights: HUE
heels: via thrift

The Peter Pan collar is still tucked securely over my heart - such a timeless detail provided by this dress from the 1960's. The small, rounded collars first became known as the "Peter Pan" when fairytale character Peter Pan himself was emblematically styled in one in a 1904 film.

I think mint is fresh paired with both lighter colours and black. These thick HUE tights were $17, but have been an invaluable addition to my wardrobe, as they're cold enough to keep that winter chill of my gams.

Unfortunately, I may be taking a blogging hiatus - slowdown? - for a few weeks. Last night, (well, at four in the morning yesterday,) my landlord drunkenly tried to break into my apartment and ended up assaulting another tenant who had accidentally left his door unlocked. Because my former home is no longer safe, (sad!) I'm living out of a suitcase and couch surfing while I get all my belongings stocked in storage and find a new place.

I don't know, maybe this will become "Living Out of a Suitcase: a Style Diary." Part of personal style is creativity, right? I'm frustrated right now, but I do love to blog! What do you think? Take a little break? Keep posting (less varied) outfits?