Parisian Treats

Parisian Treats

March 3, 2018

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My love for Paris and all things Parisian have no bounds. I am a woman in love with the idea of a life in Paris, filled with Parisian delights. 

I was able to find a sliver of Paris at Tony's Bistro and Patisserie in Moncton, NB! Only a short 11 minute drive from my house, where I was able to drink the most delicious latte, and share the most scrumptious desserts with my favourite little sister.  I think this just might be my new favourite place! 

Sweater : Zara

Purse : ASOS

Take Me to the Pumpkin Patch

Take Me to the Pumpkin Patch

October 11, 2017

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A slow, bumpy tractor ride brought us deep into a farmers field where we were able to find a wonderful assortment of pumpkins. 

Personally, I like to pick the pumpkins that are perfect. But also the pumpkins that have imperfections that usually people don't gravitate towards. I like them because they are unique, and they still need to fulfill their Halloween destiny. 

Plus, the oddly shaped pumpkins are super cool when you carve/paint them!

Fashionably yours,
Hillary

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Bohemian Goddess

Bohemian Goddess

July 2, 2015

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Summer to me is an automatic nod to bohemian style. 

I went to American Eagle Outfitters in my local mall, saw this olive green maxi and crochet bralette and had to purchase them. I mean, it would practically be a crime not to! Right?!

The necklace I wore with the outfit is a handmade outfit that I received as a gift from a dear friend on my 18th birthday many moons ago. It complimented my outfit perfectly. 

I wore my tried and true Aldo gold gladiator sandals (which I also have in black!) to finish the bohemian goddess look. 

That's the flower I picked for all of you lovely readers!

xo

Hillary Gail Stewart

How "The O.C." Shaped My Style

How "The O.C." Shaped My Style

March 5, 2015

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Watching The O.C. for the first time was a revelation. I didn't watch The OC right away from Season 1 though. I started watching The OC when it was in Season 3, and watched it from the beginning. About 7 times. I remember sitting in my first apartment on my lavender silk comforter in my bedroom. I fell in love with the characters and the drama. Not to mention to fashion! It was a trifecta! Summer Roberts was always my favorite. Watching her style evolve over time encouraged my own personal style to evolve, and to try new and exciting things. 

Unfortunately, I was lacking in funds to purchase all of the things I wanted to create my style, so I frequently visited the local thrift stores to score for finds. I remember there was a "stuff a garbage bag for 5$" sale down the road from my apartment. I purchased the most beautiful floral vintage dresses and lacy tops. I was full flown bohemian, just how I liked it. I had a short pixie hair cut, and rocked that free people look with ease. 

I didn’t know any girl who wasn’t envious of the wardrobes in The OC. I would cut magazines with photos from the style of the show and make mood boards. The style was my main interest in the show. The pools of fashion that Summer Roberts and Marissa Cooper had access to was essentially the same as the rest of us—polo shirts, silk camisoles, jeans, cropped cardigans, flip flops, floral dresses, jean skirts—there was always a unique twist or finishing touch to the outfit to make it quirky and one of a kind. There were ribbons as belts, tank tops and tee shirts under strapless dresses, bikini tops under sheer T-shirts (classic OC beachy style), disheveled hair with formal dresses, bandanas tied around purse straps, layered necklaces over graphic T-shirts, slip dresses as tank tops, and so on and so forth.

These characters experimented. They shook things up in a way that was cool rather than crazy and over the top. It gave me the sense that I could do the same—and, did I ever! I distinctly remember rocking a vintage flowly skirt and a tee with a cardigan just because Summer did. Seth and Summer were the best dressed couple on TV (now trumped by Blair and Chuck of course), and Seth looked so cute and punk inspired with his band, and comic book graphic tees. 

This was the real start to my independence and style. Where I could wear what I wanted, when I wanted and be confident in doing so. 

What inspired you as a teen? Did you watch The OC?

The 25 Best Carrie Bradshaw Style Moments

The 25 Best Carrie Bradshaw Style Moments

September 18, 2014

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Carrie Bradshaw is known for her eclectic and unique style. You literally have no clue what she is going to put together next (style wise) - unless you've watched every single episode and movie of Sex and the City at least a dozen times each...

I often look at SATC for style inspiration. Some of the outfits are just so amazing - Patricia Field is a powerhouse genius when it comes to style and fashion.

I'm going to be writing a style series on each of the Sex and the City girls. I had to do Carrie first!

Carrie's style has really evolved over time. I think her best moments, style wise in the TV series was when she was with Alexander P. Really though, she looked amazing! When she was in Paris she looked so lovely and parisian. Her dress collection is absolutely to die for.

Of course, the Sex and the City movies really showed how all of the SATC girls had evolved since the TV series ended. I actually own a few pieces from the movie that I just adore!

Carrie's pink dress, studded belt, green floral Betsey Johnson dress, blue Manolo Blahniks...Sigh. They are statement pieces in my wardrobe!

Now let's get some inspiration from SATC, and Miss Carrie Bradshaw!

Fashion 101 | Investment Pieces

Fashion 101 | Investment Pieces

July 23, 2014

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Investment pieces can range from that studded Burberry trench coat, those glitter Miu Miu booties EVERYONE had to have a couple years ago, the quilted Chanel bag... The list goes on.

But which pieces do you splurge for? Can you resell them? Which ones do you keep?

Personally, I am described by the line in "Fashion Killa" by A$AP Rocky:

"And Versace: got a lot, but she may never wear it
But she save it so our babies will be flyer than their parents"

I save all my investment and iconic fashion pieces for my hopes that when I have a daughter, she will raid my closet and I can pass down those pieces so she can live life in them like I have!

Iconic fashion pieces are always good to splurge on, if you are financially able and if you are building a fashion collection.

I limit myself to 1 fashion investment per season, and 3 trend pieces per season. The trend pieces I purchase are budget friendly, and I usually purchase them from H&M, Free People or French Connection.

eBay is a great place to buy pieces from Fashion Collaborations from years past that you can no longer find. So of course, think of this when you are purchasing items. Will people be looking for these Missoni for Target dresses in a year? Should I buy it?

Always go for those special, one of a kind pieces when you are shopping. You are unlikely to find these again, and they can go for a pretty penny on eBay or fashion reseller sites.

It is known that accessories and shoes re-sell for a higher price over time and keep their value.

Keep all the packaging, take care of your investment pieces if you are a reseller. If you are 100% sure that you are keeping your investment piece, keep it out and show it off! You deserve it.

A couple of my Investment Pieces are:

Chanel Quilted Jacket from my Nanny
Studded Christian Louboutin Booties
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi in Blue
Prada Baroque Sunglasses in Black