SE FAIRE DES ILLUSIONS.

Yesterday was quite a strange day, to say the least. 

It started at 4 in the morning, when my fire alarm went off. Now, I don't usually react to my fire alarm because it goes off every week for unknown reasons. This time though, a fireman knocked on my door and was telling everyone to get out. Turns out there was a dangerous quantity of carbon monoxide in my house, which you wouldn't be able to see or smell because CO is a color-less, odorless deadly gas. Pretty interesting way to start the day! Later I went into town with my friend Julia and we shopped around, and I finally found the hat of my dreams which I had to immediately change into!

Of course I fell asleep at 19:00, which irked me, but considering that my day had already been 15 hours long- it was all the justification I needed.

See you soon! 

xo

Coat: ZARA (similar) / Camo shirt: vintage / Jeans: Hudson Jeans / Black boots: Seychelles / Hat: H&M (similar) / Purse: Celine Luggage 

SNOWY STABLES.

A preppy, riding-boot accessorized outfit is quite unusual for me. I found these topshop boots a month ago, tried them on, and for whatever reason decided not to get them. Thankfully when I came back a couple days ago, they were marked down more than 70%. Total steal for the quality and how wearable they are! 

The Ray-Ban aviators are also a brand new addition to my wardrobe. They are a part of the new Summer 2013 collection, and despite their current out-of-season appeal, I love them to pieces!

Also, yes, I finally decided it was time to start wearing an actual coat, unlike this outfit post.

Are you proud of me? My blood temperature is!

See you soon,

xo

Coat: Romwe / Jeans: Hudson Jeans / Boots: Topshop Premium / Purse: 3.1 Phillip Lim / Sunglasses:  Ray-Ban / Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs / Buckle bracelet: Chicnova

THRIFT SHOP.

Lavender sweater: ROMWE / Lace skirt: ROMWE / White High-tops: Converse 

Truth be told...

I don't think I've ever been as cold as I was while shooting these pictures. 

I often get asked: "Sonya, aren't you cold in just a sweater in the winter?" Or.. "wow it must be really hot in Canada!" Yes- I am very cold while shooting my winter outfit pictures. But allow me to explain, they in no way realistically portray what I wear when it is -4 degrees outside. The reason I don't wear jackets often is because: 

a) I am a summer-fall outfit kind of girl. I love skirts. I don't like tights on me. I don't like puffy winter jackets.  I am also in denial that it's not hot outside. I like to think of the winter as a temporary cold front.

b) I have two winter jackets that I switch between. I don't think it would be very fun to show outfits using the same exact articles of clothing, so I kind of just subtract those pieces.

So no, it is not blazing hot in Canada. It is cold. I am just insane =) haha

Additionally, I wanted to make a list that is actually very relevant to my life right now: 

How to make the most of the winter. 

I really really don't want to count down the days until summer, because that's not living life to the fullest. If I can't escape the cold- I have to learn to like it. So here is a list I made:

My wonderful friend Anat posted a gorgeous outfit post on her blog, check it out!

See you soon 

xo

GIVING UP ISN'T AN OPTION.

Hey hey!

So I thought I'd do something a little different today: share a lesson I learned recently. For the past three months, I've been trying to sell a super over-priced blender I purchased this summer because I just wasn't into making smoothies anymore (it's way too cold and I'm over it). I got offers every day to buy the blender for way, way under how much I was generously asking for. I just kept the ad up because I was frankly too lazy to take it down. Well, three months later, someone took my offer and I sold the blender yesterday.
What has this taught me? Or rather, re-assured me?

Don't give up. Don't settle for less than you are asking for. Someone out there will agree with what you require. Not everyone will, but that's okay- because agreeing to sell yourself, or sell something, for less than it is worth is essentially giving up your dignity.

You will ultimately earn people's respect by setting standards and morals you stay true to regardless :)

Cardigan: Style Stalker (bought on PLNDR) / Camo shirt: vintage (similar) / Jeans: Citizens of Humanity / Red booties: Shoedazzle (similar) / Purse: 3.1 Phillip Lim / Chain necklace: Forever XXI

ROSÉ.

Well, the winter is certainly upon us here in Toronto. Judging by this outfit, I wouldn't blame you if you assumed I was weather-challenged ;) haha

Pullovers like this gorgeous rose one I ordered from oasap are a must-have in my wardrobe; you can pull it on and look effortlessly put-together! Paired with an essential, basic skirt and heels, you're ready for the snow... just kidding! You're reading to freeze! ;)

3D Rose Sweater: OASAP / Skirt: American Apparel / Boots: Jeffrey Campbell Rumble / Leather Coat: ZARA (Similar) / Black Purse: 3.1 Phillip Lim