I live in Canada. No, I don’t live in an igloo. I like to be warm. For me, warm is even a priority. I can tolerate almost any conditions, if I’m warm enough. Being warm makes me happy. Considering warm is a priority, you can only imagine my excitement when I met Vivian George, the creator of TOAST SKIRTS. This clever gal came up with one of the most brilliant things ever! This skirt was literally a life-changer. Now I don’t have to wear twelve million layers or ridiculous snow-pants that add twenty pounds, which means I can look cute AND be warm. Obviously perfect for all sorts of winter activities, football games, hockey games (anything in an arena), but it’s even perfect for cool summer evenings up at the cottage or around the campfire. I actually keep mine in the trunk of my car all year round, so I’m always prepared. It’s fun, unique, and as sexy as being warm can be. I get a ton of compliments when I’m wearing my TOAST SKIRT. Why am I telling you this? I’m telling you this because TOAST SKIRTS is having a sale, and because it’s the simple things in life that make us happy… like being warm, and saving money on a fantastic purchase. Do yourself a favor and check out the site today!

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Rebekah Boisvert

Executive Procrastinator/Ambassador of Creativity

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On the heels of Canadian Thanksgiving and being stuffed with stuffing, layers of black layers is my new solution. Keeping the bulk to a minimum, I’ve decided my best option is a sleeveless top under a cardigan, a stylish blazer, or a looser option that has some flow. Save bright colors for accessorizing: shoes, belts, boots, bags and of course, scarves. I love scarves. Scarves should not look like a noose or be tight enough to cut off your circulation—keep it loose and fun (like you ladies!)—and be careful to avoid bulky fabrics around your neck if you are top-heavy or have some extra chins. A delicate scarf is not only enchanting but will make you feel like a million bucks, especially if it’s cashmere. Investing in a couple beautiful scarves is worth every penny because they can spruce up a drab mood just as easily as a drab outfit.

Rebekah Boisvert

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Then…
I have been a fashion addict for as long as I can remember. My unfinished checklists started at an early age, when I would write down exact outfits I wanted to buy for school (right down to the colour of socks), and I would complete any chore I could get my hands on to earn the money for those outfits.

I wasn’t obsessed with fashion because I wanted to look or be like other people, who were wearing name brands or certain styles, but because fashion is such a huge part of expressing your creativity; a lot can be said about a person through how they dress, and I was desperate to figure out who I was.

Now…
I am still as obsessed with fashion as I have ever been, but you can’t tell by looking at me. You know how it is: the busier you get, the harder it is to balance out the time you have to spend on certain things. I am ashamed to report that as my work hours increased and the pressures of being self-employed took their toll, you would be more likely to witness Bigfoot than me without my track/pajama pants. I own wonderful clothes that now have severe abandonment issues, and dream of the day where my daily work schedule is realistic instead of bordering insanity, giving me time to go back to the standard of living that has always been so important to me.

One of my many missions will be to create a consistent schedule for myself so I can take the time necessary to dress to my full potential (within a budget I can actually afford). After all, what is the point to working so hard if you are not creating perks for yourself? What woman doesn’t love to strut out of their apartment/house feeling like they are dressed for success? And what woman doesn’t love to procrastinate by window shopping, or in my case, screen shopping? So much to wear, so little time…

Krissy Brady

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I work with some very attractive, designer-wearing stylish gals. Good for them, but mind-bending for me. Since I’ve recently gained weight, for the most part, I feel like a bag of marshmallows; nothing fits me, or fits me properly. In my humbling new figure, I’ve decided: I want to be comfortable. Can I be comfortable without looking like a total slob? This has sent me on a journey to find a personal style and how to dress for different shapes. I’ll keep you posted.

Rebekah Boisvert

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