GLEEFUL

There are only a couple shows that have caused my social life to be put on the back burner and Glee is one of those shows. Since the beginning, I have been a major gleek! Although in highschool I was into drama and choir, I never got to really do competitions like they do. I feel I can live a fantasy in one hour. Glee takes me into another world - a world of song, dance and fashion. Did you notice that each character has their own personal style? I could go on forever about their style but there are just a few who really stand out to me.

Rachel, the wannabe star, her sweet yet want to be bad sweaters and mini-skirts. Her fashion reminds me of an early Britney Spears. She was sweet and school girlish but with a twist (and yes when Hit me Baby One more Time came out I did get furry hair accessories - not my finest fashion moment but it's Brit Brit so it's ok!) I do like how this season she is getting a little more stylish - but not over the top. I'm excited to see where she goes.

Mr. Schuester, the hot and talented teacher (insert pause to drool). With his incredible head of wavy hair that makes you want to reach through the tv and touch it, Mr. S has a hip yet appropriate. Did you notice that his fashion became less formal and more funky when he started working with the glee club? His suit turned into a fantstic jean and suit jacket. He has a major Justin Timberlake vibe - who I think normally dresses sharp!

Mercedes Jones, the soul powerhouse. Her style is just as big as her voice. Every episode I am excited to see what she has on. I could never pull off her looks but I take parts of her look and make it work for me. I don't do sneakers and I could never pull off her foot atire but I love her graphic tees and jackets. She always looks funky and always gives me chills when she hits her high notes.

Although I like all the characters and respect their talent and style, these three always stand out and always make me take notice. Tonight is the night for glee! Enjoy and let me know who you thought looked good!

How to cheer in style!

I love baseball! It's my favourite sport, although it's just edging out Hockey. When I was younger my Aunty Jo used to take my sister and I to Blue Jays games. Some of my best memories are the Jays game. Not only did we get to hang out with our cool and fun Aunty Jo, but we got to yell, boo, eat hot dogs and even high five total strangers! Life seemed perfect for those few hours in those sticky plastic seats. I used to admire those who dressed for the occassion with their cute Jays hats, shirts and signs! I never did understand why girls would wear short skirts or heals to the game - I understand now a little more but I still think it's stupid. Those seats can get sticky - and you can't really cross your legs very easily. Just the other day I was at the opening game and I saw girls wearing those short little skirts. I saw more then I wish to have seen. It got me to thinking, why can't girls dress appropriatly for the game?

I understand that some girls are desperate and some have no self-esteem, but seriously how comfortable can you be at a baseball game in little skirts and heals? I would like to think that a guy likes a girl in a cute, stylish, comfortable outfit just as much as a slutty ones. So, what do I wear? I always try to include some Blue Jay Blue in my outfit. I normally will wear jeans but when it's hot and the dome is open - shorts - not booty shorts but shorts. My choice of shoe is a flat closed toe, mainly because I hate people stepping on my feet but again when it's hot - flip flops. This year I have bought a fantstic vintage inspired Blue Jays tee - which I am very excited to wear to the next game!

Whatever your sporting event may be, girls I beg of you, don't show your booty. We are there to watch a game, cheer and boo (inset major boo for Alex Rios here - hisssssssssss). Dress for the occassion - not the man. Fashion is for you, it's what inspires you. Trying to impress somebody else is just as bad as buying a fake Fendi.

REMEBER: The street is your catwalk. So, walk it out!

Always look on the bright side of life...

I walk into work in the morning, I normally feel a little grumpy. I hate the morning - although I look refreshed my insides are saying please please please go back to sleep! Since I started working at my current company, the commute is a little longer. I have a chance to grab a coffee, listen to some music, people watch but mostly just prepare for the busy day ahead. I try to be more deliberate with my clothing choices. Working downtown has it's perks, I got out a lot more now after work but I have to be careful about what shoes I am wearing. Let's be realistic here - you can't always wear heals for walking when you have a full 10 hour day ahead of you, if not longer. Since it's nicer out - I tend to wear flip flops, flats or nice sandles to work and then change into fantastic pumps.

When I get to work, most days I come up in the back door and take the stairs up (it's how I allow myself to eat chocolate everyday!).  Then I change my shoes and get my coffee in my fantastic bright green mug that screams NOTICE ME! There is always a group of ladies having breakfast, chatting away and making me think "how are they so chipper - it's not evne 8:30am yet." As I walk in, I always hear - "what shoes do you have on today?" They all laugh at how funky and fantastic my shoes are - and then talk about how they used to wear them when they were young! It makes my day and I become chipper (which is how I normally am - just not when I haven't had coffee).

I do love shoes and I love to look at whathttp://www.thecheapgirl.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/picture-31.png others are wearing. I think they make the perfect statement. It's like a mullet for your feet. Business up top, party on the bottom! New obsession - Town Shoes's Barbie Collection - in particular their peep toe bootie. Oh how I want these. My feet would be happy! Also am in love with Steve Maddens Vanissa - gorg shoe! I want it bad :) Do you have a favourite shoe? Let me know fashionistas! Till next time - remember make the street your catwalk!

What are you wearing?

I had a very odd experience this morning. With the nice weather I decided it was time to not wear a coat. Ok, well it wasn’t that warm and I shivered through most of my trip to work but hey my outfits are much cuter without a coat. After being squished into the subway by freakishly massive tall men in suits (honestly, I couldn’t see over them and I’m sure none of them knew I was there) for what seemed like forever, I went outside to catch my streetcar and grab a coffee. Thankfully the streetcar was not full. I stood by the back, with an open window blowing my hair around while the sun warmly shinned in on my head. It was a great moment. Unfortunately the moment was just that, a moment. This quite attractive looking man was getting off the streetcar. I could see him inching closer and closer to me. I kept moving further and further away. After several minutes of this, I gave him a frown (I wanted to growl but I thought that might be a little over the top). He looked stunned for a moment and then asked me “what are you wearing?” I said, “What do you mean?” He came a little closer and said, “You smell really good. What are you wearing?” Now, I didn’t know what he was talking about. I work in a scent free environment and have already been in trouble a couple times for having perfume on. As he started for the door, I looked at him and said, “Gain detergent. I just did laundry.” With a look of shock and horror, he promptly missed the step and fell out of the streetcar. I started to laugh and shrugged my shoulders. I had no idea detergent could really make somebody fall out of a streetcar. I am still confused about the conversation or why he was so shocked. I guess I’ll never know…or maybe I will run into him tomorrow on the streetcar!

My advice to all fashionistas out there – if you are going to do laundry try and get a scent! Currently I use Gain Original Fresh, but if you want to personalize your laundry give any soap/make-up shop a try. Most have a liquid you can add to your laundry to really make a statement.

Stay fresh and stay clean!

Girls Just Wanna Have FUN!!!

Every couple months my girls and I get all dressed up for girls night. We leave the men at home and dance the night away. This month we decided to check out mink. None of us had been there but had heard they had great music, so we thought why not give it a try. What a fun night!

As per usual - we did a photo shoot before we left the house - always a must do with your girlfriends! These girls are the best girls you could ask for! Each has their own individual style and all are the most gorgeous, sweet, funny and fantastic girls you will meet. I am so lucky to have them!

Nat: Not only is she an incredible writer but she has a funky yet classic style. My fav style for Nat is her fantastic pink Jessica Simpson coat with a fabulous tank and pant with a pair of killer heals. She is our sexy mama – roar!

Chris: Don't let her shy approach fool you; she has a giggle you will never forget. She is always glamorous and lives by the rule Coco Chanel made famous – before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take something off. Always cool, always fun – she is our shy kitten ;)

Tal: Tyra ain’t got nothing on Tal! She is loud, she is sassy and you better be ready for your cheeks to hurt because this girl will have you laughing all night. Always fierce, her funky yet curvy dresses always make a statement. Tal is our Divalious Tiger!

Em: With her blue eyes stunning men around Toronto, Em’s neutral toned clothes with pops of colour are trendy and fun. Boys beware – she is on the prowl! Always with a joke and coloured Shoe, Em is our Sparkly Cowgirl!

ME: I love to make a statement – for this night I decided to use an amazing hat from Boa Apparel. I love an item you gotta own!

Next time you go out for a night on the town, make a statement and always remember – girls night is only for the fashionably daring!

You can stand under my umbrella...ella...ella...eh..eh...eh...eh

Today was a rainy day - actually the last few days have been rainy days. Everywhere I turn, somebody hates the rain. Although I understand how frustrating it is to be stuck in traffic, outside waiting for a bus/streetcar (even getting a huge puddle splashed all over you - hmmm drivers can you not slow down when you see a person on the sidewalk) or even have frizzed out hair from the moisture - I am proud to say I LOVE THE RAIN! The rain smells so delightful and everything glistens with little tiny drops of rain. The best part of a rainy day are the outfits!

People comment every rainy day on how good I make a rainy day look - even strangers on the street!  I like to think of myself as the rain diva as I strut my stuff down the sidewalk and jump in puddles.Today a photographer asked if she could take my picture while jumping in puddles. She was from a local paper - so I was happy to pose.

So, what does my rainy day look like? My outfit always consists of my black trench coat (which is waterproof and has a hood), my fantastic bright yellow rubber boots, a fabulous hat (I love a 1920's bowler hat feminzed with a bow or flower) and a unique umbrella.

The great thing about the rain is you can brighten it up with just a little bright coloured boot! I often want to tell girls in black rain boots to get one with a pattern, colour or anything really. Show your personality in your boots. I like to be cheerful, those boots make me cheerful. There have been some great designer rubber boots lately in colours that make me swoon. If designer boot is what you want check out the Fendi Graffiti Rain Boot (around $225), Burberry Check Rain Boot (from $195 - $250) or Kate Spade New York "Randi" Rain Boot (around $125).

If it's cheaper you want check out Aldo's Nesbit ($35 - $45) or my personal favourite Hunter Short Gloss (mine are citrine - around $50).

Now umbrellas - people tend to forget about the umbrella. Umbrellas are just as important as your purse, braclets or even your shoes! Show your unique style with a fantastic umbrella and remember - buy one that looks just as pretty on the inside so you have a view too. I love to check out local stores for cool and unique umbrellas.

Whatever your style, go out and be bold. In the rain, we all need somebody to brighten our day. Maybe you'll have somebody stand under your umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh, eh....

Spring Awakening!

Spring is by far my favourite season. Unlike the cold harsh Toronto winter (although not to bad this year), spring gives me a sense of rebirth. Yesterday I decided to put winter behind me and find a new look. I have a system for each season. First I change my make-up, then my accessories and finally I change my hair. I am happy to say, step one is complete!

With my tax refund burning a hole in my pocket I decided to visit the Eatons Centre. With a smell of fresh rain in the air, I grazed through store after store. After a hard day at work, shopping gives me a jolt of excitement that no caffine can do. I live for the days I get to go shopping.

After looking through the entire mall, I settled on the MAC make-up store. What a grand store. The make-up artists are always way cooler than I am and somehow I think that impressing them means something to my esteem. I pull out my best lines and make them laugh. As we were laughing and trying different lipsticks, a light flashed before our eyes. A girl was taking a picture of herself after getting her make-up done. I had seen her when she came in - plain as a baked potatoe. Thank God for make-up, she actually looked human. I will never understand people who don't wear any make-up at all. Really, a coat of mascara and bit of gloss is all you need to not look so...well I should stop before I offend. Anyway, as my eyes slowly came back to normal, there it was. The lipstick for me!

Viva Glam Cyndi, a limited edition lipstick named for Cyndi Lauper. At first, in the store, the colour looks weird. TRY IT ON! This colour looks good on everybody. It's bright, it's fun and most of all IT LOOKS GOOD. Compliments are at an all time high today. My lips look amazing, the colour has stayed all day and my teeth look shiney and white. I smile more and I feel way more confident. Yes - you need to go out and buy this lipstick. Paired with this incredible lipstick, I bought a fantastic shimmery blue eye pencil with a light gray shadow. I feel like it's a little 80's Guess model, but I look good. My eyes are popping and the lipstick - well I can't get over how much I love the lipstick.

Thank God for Spring! It's time to change my accessories!