Denim Daydreams

Photos by Kyler Kelly

Dress from China
Globo wedges
F21 sunnies
Levi Strauss Signature belt

Denim is the ultimate wardrobe staple. No matter the season, nothing says "cool" quite like a classic blue denim piece. Denim overalls, jumpsuits and dresses have really been having their moment lately and I can really see why. There's no other style that is so effortlessly casual yet chic, and works on so many people, no matter your shape, size, age, where you live or what you do. And it's one of those things where an inexpensive piece can look just as good or better than its $2000 counterpart. All this to say....I'm really loving denim at the moment!

 
                                                            

AG Jeans + Alexa Chung + billie = Denim Heaven

A few days ago, the ladies of Bouquet of Frocks had a chance to catch the new Alexa Chung/AG Jeans clothing collection at our local billie boutique right here in Montreal. It was an evening of music, makeup and fashion. The winner of the night had to be a killer denim number with the flouncy neckline that Debbie and I really drooled over... A button-down denim mini-dress also caught our eye along with some of the softest jeans I've ever felt! No doubt about it, denim is a wardrobe must and it's always fun to see what kind of new details and silhouettes designers come up with!

                                                

The Canadian Uniform

Photos by Kyler Kelly

F21 top and necklace/American Eagle jeans/booties from Hong Kong

Denim is one of the biggest trends this fall, with overalls and jumpsuits being the new thing you didn't think was a thing. Another way to hop aboard this style is donning what can be affectionately coined as the "Canadian Uniform." To be honest, I think there's a third piece I'm missing to make it official, but close enough! The easiest way to try this look out is with a dark plus light colour combo. It breaks up the look just enough. And throw on some statement accessories and you're ready to take on the Canadian autumn....eh?
                                                                  

Hearts and Apples and Retro Amusements

Garage top/Primark shorts/vintage headscarf/Aldo sunnies/Sammydress handbag/old wedges

Nothing is quite like an ode to summertime quite like a pair of denim shorts. I always struggled with buying shorts. Apparently my proportions are really weird, cause if I found a pair that fit me around the hips, the leg openings would be too big. And of course, if I found a pair that was flattering to my gams, it would be impossible to zip it up. Sigh.

Enter this darling high-waisted number that hugged all my curves and bumps just right. Sometimes it just takes a bit of hunting! For this look, I paired it with a stripped crop top, retro do and headband, heart-shaped sunnies and old wedges. Perfect for a retro vibe on a golden summer day at the amusement park!

P.S. Candied apples are the greatest!!
                                                                         

Simple Summer Days

Dress: Old Navy / Jacket: H&M / Sandals: Material Girl / Hat: Target / Tote: F21 / Belt: thrifted

I don't think there is anything simpler than this easy summer outfit. What I love most about it are the fun little details which make it more interesting: the eyelet hem on the dress, the silver sandals, the lace detail on the hat and the fun striped tote. You can't go wrong with this!

Vive l'été!!!

Every Girl's Got a Pair...

...of those classic vintage denim shorts you just can't let go of. 

Shorts: Vintage / Tube top bodysuit: American Apparel / Shoes: Franco Sarto / Sunnies: Aldo

Sunny and Sweet

Top: Joe Fresh / Shorts: Lux via Urban Outfitters 

There's nothing better than a sunny Sunday where you're free to enjoy a good old fashioned day of rest. On this day I went for a variation of my favourite classic and casual summer look, denim shorts and a girlish white top. I know that shorts can be very tricky when it comes to fit but here's my secret. My method for finding the right pair is always looking for something with a little bit of a high waist and also going one size up. I don't like the shorts to be too tight around the booty, but that's just me! Happy Monday Frockers!

Flower Power

Photos by Kyler Kelly

H&M top/J Brand jeans/Globo wedges/Aldo handchain/Orange Avacado bracelets/Vintage necklace/Old jacket & aviators

It's a day I look forward every year. My annual trip to the farmer's market to buy some blooms for my little garden. Maybe some folks consider the first nice day of the year to be the start of Spring, or the first day they can wear sandals. For me, Spring isn't here until I make that trip to the market and leave with an armful of the sunniest flowers. It's the day where I can finally be confident that the danger of frost is over. What a day!

And the perfect attire for a day at the market? This delightful circle crop top I recently got at H&M. The crop top trend is still going strong and I love the extra element of flouncy fun in this one! I'm sure I've said it before, but I'll repeat it again: if you're not so confident about your middle bits, pairing a crop top with a nice high-waisted bottom is an easy way for anyone to enjoy this fabulous trend, well into the summer.

Happy gardening!