Fashion Et Moi

May 18, 2016

10 Reasons to Move to Canada Right Now

Welcome to the second instalment of my lists that I hope will help me organise my thoughts and decide where to move to next. Back in March 2015, Lewis and I applied for working holiday visas for Canada but were put about 2,000^th on the waiting list, so after not hearing anything by September last year, we decided to move here to Barcelona. You’ll never guess what. Two weeks after we arrived in Barcelona we got to the top of the waiting list and so we proceeded to sort out our paperwork for the visa. At the time we were extremely hyped but that has since died down seeing as we stayed in Barcelona. If we go to Canada, it would most likely be to Montreal so with that in mind, I give you my ten reasons to move to Canada right now.

1. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

2. I could have a stopover in Iceland on the way to Montreal, ticking off number one on my TRAVEL BUCKETLIST 2016.

3. I could casually take weekend trips the US of A – I’m imagining regular weekends down to NYC and Boston…

4. I could experience living in a completely different climate – come winter, bring on wool lined Dr Martens and the sassiest of faux fur coats.

5. I could speak French again on a daily basis – although hoping to not pick up a quebecois accent (no offence guys!).

6. I could experience a different culture – a mix of North American and Europe cultures sounds pretty special!

7. I could (hopefully) get a decent job because I speak the languages.

8. Rumour has it that Canadians are some of the friendliest people on Earth.

9. Canada actually welcomes immigrants rather than finding any possible way to close its borders.

10. England, Europe and America seem on a path to being pretty fucked so why not try a country that has an outstanding reputation for quality of life?

Izzie x

May 16, 2016

Embroidered White Jeans

Jeans – & OTHER STORIES, Top – ZARA, Shoes – CONVERSE, Sunglasses – RAY BAN
Location: Poble Nou, Barcelona

I have been on a mission to find a pair of white/cream jeans ever since last spring. We all know how hard it can be to find a pair of blue or black jeans that fit and look good, so just imagine the trauma that comes with white jeans shopping. I had pretty much given up hope until I came across this gorgeous pair of embroidered jeans. I first saw them in black and thought ‘these are nice’, but when I came across them in cream, I almost died and went to jean heaven.

Just looking at them, I knew instantly that they would look perfect with my new flared sleeve top from Zara, which I have been struggling to style up, and with Converse, thanks to their cropped length. Even though outfits thought up in one’s head do not always work out in real life (this is one of the most stressful things I find about blogging), luckily I think I was bang on the money with this one.

Embroidery is a big trend for spring/summer 2016, as are big and flared sleeves, and you can easily inject these into an outfit, whatever your style. Of course embroidery and flares are typically boho but in today’s outfit, these details just add that something special to what is not a boho look at all, but a minimalist look. I think these two pieces work especially well together because the neckline and the top of the jeans are kept plain while the detailing is concentrated to the sleeve/hem area.

Are you adding a bit of boho fun to your wardrobe this season? And how?

Depuis printemps dernier, j’étais déterminée de trouver un jean blanc/crème. Vous savez bien qu’il est difficile de trouver même un jean bleu ou noire qui vous va, alors imaginez la difficulté de faire du shopping pour un jean blanc. J’avais presque abandonné l’idée quand j’ai vu ce jean de broderie anglaise magnifique. Au début, je l’ai vu en noir et je me suis dit qu’il est joli. Cependant, quand je l’ai vu en crème, je suis tombée amoureuse.

Toute de suite, j’ai su qu’il ira super bien avec mon nouveau haut de Zara avec des manches pattes d’eph et des Converses – grâce à sa forme courte. J’organise des looks souvent dans ma tête et ils ne marchent pas tous le temps en réalité (c’est ce qui me stresse d’être bloggeuse) mais aujourd’hui, je pense que j’ai gagné.

La broderie et des manches pattes d’eph sont à la mode ce printemps/été 2016 et je vous promets que vous pouvez porter ces tendances avec n’importe quel style. Normalement, on associe de la broderie et des pattes d’eph avec des looks boho mais aujourd’hui, ces détails ajoutent quelque chose de spécial à un look qui n’est pas boho, qui est minimaliste. Je pense que ces deux pièces marchent si bien ensemble parce que le décolleté et le haut du jean restent simple pendant que les détails se concentrent sur les manches/le bas du jean.

Vous allez porter des pièces boho cette saison? Et comment?

Izzie x

May 15, 2016

YouTube: Bristol Vlog

Hello and Happy Sunday!

Today’s vlog has been a long time coming. Back in February I went back to my hometown of Bristol for about a week and I documented what I did! However, fashion weeks and other travelling seemed to take precedence but now it’s Bristol’s turn and I am super excited to spread the Bristol love with you all.

This was actually the first vlog I shot when I first got my Olympus Pen camera and it was also my first go at travel/life vlogging! I hope you enjoy it and that it inspires you to visit the beautiful city of Bristol!

Izzie x

May 13, 2016

Styling Blue Jeans And A White T-shirt

Basics styling - how to wear style blue jeans and a white t-shirt rules

Jeans – (vintage) LEVIS, T-shirt – secondhand, Shoes – ASOS

Location: El Born, Barcelona

Some days all we want to do is throw on the nearest tee and pair of jeans and be done with it. Yep, we all have lazy days but it is easy to pull off this simple combination if you have one stand out piece in your outfit. That could be a t-shirt with a bold print; a pair of jeans with detailing such as embroidery or frayed edges; or some sassy, sassy shoes. Accessories are also a great way to spice up a basic outfit, like some chunky, colourful sunglasses or a statement bag.

For me, there is nothing more effortless than a t-shirt and jeans combo and today I wearing the most basic of basics – blue jeans and a white t-shirt. Forgetting the gorgeous shoes for a minute, these particular two items go so well together because they are both classic. The jeans are super high-waisted, straight leg Levi’s and the t-shirt is no nonsense, simple and hangs loose perfectly out of the jeans.

Following the aforementioned rules, I have opted for a statement shoe to jazz up this casual look. I will warn you now that these amazing yellow flatform espadrilles will be featuring A LOT on the blog over the summer months because, as seen here, they add that something special to any outfit! All I need now is an oversized straw beach bag and I’d be saying, Jane Birkin eat your heart out.

Il y a des jours quand nous ne voulons que mettre un jean et un t-shirt et voilà. Nous sommes tous paresseux des fois mais c’est facile de porter cette combinaison simple d’un jean et un t-shirt si vous mettez une pièce spéciale. Genre un t-shirt à motifs vifs, un jean déchiré ou avec de la broderie, ou des chaussures magnifiques. Un autre moyen de pimenter un look basic est d’ajouter des accessoires comme des lunettes de soleil colorées ou un sac à main unique.

Pour moi, il n’y a rien plus facile qu’une combinaison d’un jean et un t-shirt et aujourd’hui je vous montre le plus basic – un bleu jean et un t-shirt blanc. En oubliant des chaussures pour l’instant, ces deux articles vont super bien ensemble parce qu’ils sont classiques tous les deux. Le jean est un Levi’s droit avec une taille super haute et le t-shirt est simple et il se porte super bien ample, serré à la taille par le jean.

En suivant les règles susmentionnées, j’ai mis des chaussures spéciales pour animer ce look décontracté. Je vous préviens maintenant que ces espadrilles jaunes compensées seront sur le blog beaucoup pendant été parce qu’elles ajoutent un je ne sais quoi à une tenue, comme je vous montre aujourd’hui ! Maintenant, j’ai besoin d’un sac en paille et je pourrais rivaliser avec Jane Birkin.

Izzie x

May 11, 2016

10 Things I Miss About Living In Paris

I am currently going through a crisis of where I want to live. You will be aware of this if you read my recent post entitled THE IMPORTANCE OF FRIENDSHIP, FAMILY AND FINDING YOUR HOME (a mouthful, I know). So I have decided to start writing some lists to help me organise my thoughts and here is the first one – 10 Things I Miss About Living in Paris.

1. Walking through streets so picturesque.

2. Speaking the most beautiful language in the world, French.

3. Drinking wine and smoking a cigarette on a heated terrace while people watching.

4. Having friends that you were destined to be friends with, who just get you.
5. Eating the best baguettes, croissants, pains au chocolat, macarons etc that money can buy.

6. Having apéro* on the banks of the Seine or Canal Saint Martin on a warm spring evening.

7. Being able to update my wardrobe without breaking the bank thanks to the amazing VINTAGE SHOPPING.
8. Being forever inspired by Parisian street style.

9. Playing board games and eating cheese on a Friday night in a geeky bar.

10. The fact that it is Paris and it has my heart.

*AKA drinks and snacks 😉

Izzie x