50 + Years of Fragrances: Factices
Whenever a new fragrance is launched, the press kit usually spends as much time talking up the designer of the perfume bottle as they do about the “nose” who designed the scent. Packaging… Continue reading
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Sketchtorialist: My “Sprinter” Look
We are experiencing awkward, in-between weather here in Toronto. Which is why I haven’t fully retired all of my winter clothes. This look served me well this year. Clothing credits: Grey sweater is… Continue reading
50 + Years of Fragrance: Manly Yes!
When I was in K-W for Easter, I stopped by a shop called Fritsch Fragrance. A pharmacy that opened in 1959, it has pretty much operated as a beauty and cosmetics boutique since… Continue reading
The New It Bag? Hudson’s Bay Company Tote
Over the last week or two, I’ve noticed a lot of top-knotted ladies carrying distinctively striped satchels. It would seem that Hudson’s Bay bags are in. Above is a picture of my own… Continue reading
Oranges and Peaches
Last weekend was crummy and rainy and snowy and cold. I warmed myself up by taking out some fun, citrussy accessories. First up, the peachy resin bangle pictured above. Saturday I sported the… Continue reading
1950s Ladies Hamilton Watch
I said I wasn’t going to get any more watches. Especially ladies’ cocktail watches. But at $5 I couldn’t resist this late 1950s (based on service marks and style) Hamilton. Especially because it… Continue reading
Vintage Ivory Lariat Necklace
On one hand, the less I say about my collection of Ivory jewellery the better. On the other hand, I just keep finding it at the Value Village for like $2. I’d guess… Continue reading
So Boho: Apple and Black Coral Necklaces
Ran into my friend Jane a couple of weeks ago. Admitted that I had a “jewellery problem.” That problem is that I sometimes hunt for jewellery to feed the blog. Admitting that I… Continue reading
Favorite Things: Sterling Silver Bow Ring
This wee tiny bow ring is one of my favourites because it’s like wearing a string around your finger to remind you of something. I wear it to remind me to look on… Continue reading
Aaron Leighton “Spirit City Toronto”
Toronto illustrator Aaron Leighton‘s book Spirit City Toronto is not new, but it’s new to our home. Just today, I saw a leaf scuttle sideways across our yard, even though there was no… Continue reading