From the monthly archives: July 2009
Hey Darlings,
Well by the invitation of Nicola from Elle Canada, I decided to enter their Summer Style Contest. I've never entered a contest, so I am pretty excited I must admit :)
Check it out... and drop me a quick hello :)
Fellow Canadian Bloggers show your summer style by registering!!! If you do send me your link, so I can support you.
Thank you all for your support it means the world to me!!!
Well by the invitation of Nicola from Elle Canada, I decided to enter their Summer Style Contest. I've never entered a contest, so I am pretty excited I must admit :)
Check it out... and drop me a quick hello :)
Fellow Canadian Bloggers show your summer style by registering!!! If you do send me your link, so I can support you.
Thank you all for your support it means the world to me!!!
I wish you all a beautiful weekend!!!
P.S. Scroll down for my new outfit post...
With Love...
Marta
Marta
Source: teen vogue
Hello Darlings,
After few hours of French and three shots of espresso ( I love espresso) and 25 pages of Vanity Fair... I ventured out for some fresh air and ended up at my favorite shopping mall. It was exactly 4:30 pm and the mall was still nearly empty... happy joy joy!!! I love shopping when everyone is busy...
Anyways, back to shopping....
I was then joined by my mommy for some innocent mother-daughter time while shopping. Honestly with sales like these it is impossible to avoid malls. All you see is SALE SALE SALE in windows of your favorite stores. After an hour or two... I found two of the most perfect bralets and an ideal sheer tee. Well, I can hardly call them finds... because I had my eye set on them for a while now :P The SALE part sealed the deal!
I am wearing: Members Only Nylon Bomber; Club Monaco Semi-Sheer Top; J Brand Jeans; Bloch Patent Leather Ballerinas; Gustto Cokera Purse; Swarovski Heart Necklace ( a gift from Andrew); A.V. Max Cuff; Diamond Studs (a gift from parents); Ray Ban Wayfarers ( a gift from Andrew).
Yummy...
Stella McCartney Lauren Whistling Bra; La Perla Lace and Silk Soft-Cup Bra; Dolce&Gabbana Leopard-print Balconette Bra.
Having a beautiful little secret underneath it all is a guilty pleasure of most women. My only problem is the price of these little pleasures.
Since it was a pretty casual day, I chose a pretty casual outfit. Nothing complicated but rather simple in blacks and whites. I can never get bored of black and white combination...
Ever since my Members Only bomber came in I can't stop wearing it, it is a perfect summer substitute for my favorite Mackage Leather Jacket. Not only is it light, but also water-prof making it ideal for Canadian unexpected weather.
Underneath it all
I've finally grown more comfortable with semi-sheer... and I am finally ready to debut my pretty bra collection. Honestly, with bras that they make today it is a crime to keep them all to yourself. A little peek here and there is what these beauties deserve.
I recommend D&G, they are exquisite. Pricey but when on sale they are impossible not to buy.Tasteful and simple, they are perfect for semi-sheer tops or just to keep a secret underneath it all. And most of all ladies, they are also very comfortable... none of that "lacy-discomfort".
Is lingerie your guilty pleasure??? Do you think that it is worth "splurging" on it??? What is your spending limit on lingerie???
Personally, I prefer to buy it on sale otherwise spending so much on so little is a bit of out my reach.However, it does make a perfect gift from the special someone... * Hint hint, nudge nudge to male readers* ( hehe)
Happy Friday Everyone!!!
With Love...
Marta
Source: le love
Hello Darlings,
I would like to send out a HUGE thank you to Leia from Hi Fashion for Style Swap.I am so excited to shared it with everyone!!!!
Style Swap with Marta
smart, natural beauty who shows us that dressing according to the rule of simplicity as well as paying attention to details can reap enormous benefits. She always look chic, well-groomed, and stunning. We both share a love for ballet flats, online shopping, neutral colors, and more! Read on to find out about Marta ...
Where do you live, and what do you do?
Definitely: simple. I don’t like to complicate my wardrobe and usually stick to classic pieces in neutral colors. I am a detail freak and have to make sure that everything perfectly coordinates. In few words I would describe my style as classic, simple, easy, and feminine.
What fashion trend(s) do you wish would make a comeback?
* To go back to Ukraine next summer.
* Go to Las Vegas for my 21st Birthday (this September)
* Have a huge library at home… with one of those cool sliding ladders
* Go skydiving
* Open my own animal shelter.
* Get Michael Kors Watch.
* Get a Chanel Purse.
Isn't she fabulous?
Be sure to check out her blog!
I would like to send out a HUGE thank you to Leia from Hi Fashion for Style Swap.I am so excited to shared it with everyone!!!!
THANK YOU!!!!
Style Swap with Marta
Marta, who writes With Love..., is a
Where do you live, and what do you do?
I live in Toronto, Canada. I am a full time student at the University of Toronto doing a specialist in fine art and architecture.
Why did you decide to start a blog?
I decided to start my blog about a year ago, for no apparent reason. I was just looking for a place to connect my interest in fashion, art and architecture.
What or who inspires you?
I tend to find my inspiration in the most random places, such as architectural structures (understanding proportions), art works (the fluidity and juxtaposition of colors and shades), and novels (words always engage imagination in unthinkable ways).
What are your favorite places to shop?
I love shopping online… to just relax with a cup of espresso in the comfort of my bed and just browse for hours until I find that perfect item…ahhh. There’s no need to deal with sales people constantly trying to encourage you to buy anything and everything, there’s no open/closing hours, there’s no need to rampage through racks. I would definitely call myself a lazy shopper.
What is your favorite piece of clothing, and why?
I don’t like playing favorites with my clothes… but if I had to pick:
• Alexander Wang dress
• Autumn Cashmere dress
• Juicy and Bloch flats
• J Brand Skinnies
• Chanel Aviators and Ray Ban Wayfarers
• Club Monaco cashmere scarf
• Mackage leather jacket
• Gustto Purse
I don’t like playing favorites with my clothes… but if I had to pick:
• Alexander Wang dress
• Autumn Cashmere dress
• Juicy and Bloch flats
• J Brand Skinnies
• Chanel Aviators and Ray Ban Wayfarers
• Club Monaco cashmere scarf
• Mackage leather jacket
• Gustto Purse
Definitely: simple. I don’t like to complicate my wardrobe and usually stick to classic pieces in neutral colors. I am a detail freak and have to make sure that everything perfectly coordinates. In few words I would describe my style as classic, simple, easy, and feminine.
What fashion trend(s) do you wish would make a comeback?
I don’t follow trend very closely, I usually just wear what I like. To me, trends are too generic.
What fashion trend(s) could you live without?
I really do not like Uggs and leggings… so those are the common trends that I can definitely live without. I find them too sloppy for my taste.
What are your hobbies?
What are your hobbies?
* Ballet
* Rock Climbing
* Pilates/Yoga
* Reading
* And of course, blogging
What is something unique to you?
Unique about me….hmmm.
* My hips and shoulders are double jointed and as a result I am very flexible.
* I’ve been wearing the same scent, Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle for the last five years and do not intend on changing.
* I am totally obsessed with mani/pedi… I get paranoid if my nails don’t look neat.
* I am totally obsessed with French braids and bows.
Honestly, I love Toronto and I love living here. My second choice would be London…
Who is your biggest role model?
All-time favorite is Coco Chanel. My blog’s name “With Love…Gabrielle” refers to her—Gabrielle Bonheur Coco Chanel. The woman is a legend and my role model… well for obvious reasons.
If you could have any job in the world, what would it be?
To run my own art gallery… that is definitely my dream job
What is on your wishlist?
* To go back to Ukraine next summer.
* Go to Las Vegas for my 21st Birthday (this September)
* Have a huge library at home… with one of those cool sliding ladders
* Go skydiving
* Open my own animal shelter.
* Get Michael Kors Watch.
* Get a Chanel Purse.
Isn't she fabulous?
Be sure to check out her blog!
xx Leia
Hello Darlings,
Tonight was a special date night, so trying to be sexy yet classy I wore my Nicole Miller little black dress together with my Mary Janes from Juicy Couture.
It was a special night, since it was my anniversary with Andrew. So I wanted to dress to impress on our special night to celebrate all the fun times we have shared the past 3 years!
I am wearing:
Nicole Miller Little Black Dress
Juicy Couture Mary Janes
Gustto Cokera Purse
Mackage Leather Jacket
Accessories&Beyond Bracelets in Gold
The only downside of a perfect evening was the rain, which always makes my wavy hair uncontrollably frizzy. Speaking of hair, I think that my hair color got lighter because of the sun exposure and people keep asking me if I've colored it. Does SPF in hair products prevent hair from getting lighter???? And if so, which ones do you recommend???
Well, I'm off to study. French is a good language to learn, but I had enough of studying languages with German last year. Four languages down, one more to tackle!
I wish you all a beautiful day!!!
With Love....
Marta
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