Time Capsule

        On June 14th I officially graduated from University, and as a gift and a way to celebrate, my mom and I went on a trip to New York City. We had an amazing time, stuffed ourselves with incredible food, and did some serious second hand shopping. The first time I went to NYC I thrifted my heart away, and this trip I made sure to do the same. Did I bring an empty suitcase in order to ensure I would be able to bring home all my new purchases? Absolutely. 

        This outfit is featuring two new pieces I found, this graphic t and sunglasses, both from the second hand store Crossroads Trading on W 26th Street. I cannot find the brand of this t-shirt, because the tag is just Next Level which is a custom apparel brand so not much help there. But I love this graphic design, it reminds me of a badass tattoo that I would probably get. These micro sunglasses were a last minute grab right before I hit the cashier and I have no regrets. Now I just need to actually buy some contact lens so I can wear them without being blind. But alas.

T-Shirt: Thrifted

Jeans: Lees Jeans

Sneakers: Vans Old Skools

Belt: Topshop

Sunglasses: Thrifted

Stopping Traffic

        The finale of our shoot: going to quite literally the middle of the road for a shot. Anything to get "the" shot, right? Anyway, adrenaline rush aside, it was absolutely worth it. 

        With my Urban Outfitters crop top, thrifted trousers, thrifted belt, Old Skool Vans, and Sadie & Sage denim jacket, we took on the streets. You can't see the fear in my eyes, can you?

        Oliva Chan was absolutely amazing to work with, and I am obsessed with the photos she took during this shoot. I can't wait to possibly work with her in the future. Don't forget to check out her work!

Graffitied Heart

Last look + my thrifted dress pants 

+ chain + Old Skool Vans

Lindsay Photoshoot 1.

        Last week I had the absolute pleasure of shooting with someone I met through SFU's Communications program, who is a talented artist and photographer. Her name is Lindsay Wu, she is a recent graduate, and you can find her Instagram @lindswu and her website can be found here. 

        She came to me wanting to photograph a lookbook that consisted of 3-4 outfits that varied in style, depending on the specific locations she had sought out, and styling outfits accordingly.  All the photos were taken in Vancouver's Gastown. 

        This here is the first outfit, specially selected for the vibrant graffiti-covered alleyways that can be found throughout Gastown. Because I knew the walls would be a cacophony of colour, I kept the outfit simple with my staple thrifted red t-shirt, and paired it with my new Forever 21 Wallet Chain Wide-Leg Jeans that came with a (surprisingly heavy) silver chain. To add some height, I threw on my Current Mood Franky's, and kept it at that.

        Overall, I had a wonderful day with Lindsay. She was wonderful to work with and I would recommend anyone looking for a photographer in the Vancouver Lower Mainland area, to check her out. We still have 2 more outfits from this day, so be sure come back in the next few days to see! Her photography skills are exquisite and I am so excited to share more of her work!

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