Staff Weekend Lookbook: Alexandra's Casual Summer Pose Off- Comment to Win!

Posted by Alexandra C. | Monday June 18, 2012140 comments


This week, we're doing something a little different in our pose off. We were inspired by the gorgeous summer weather we've been having and the fabulous fashion we've been seeing in the stores. To show off some of our personal style and fashion inspiration, we thought it would be fun to create our personal summer lookbooks. First up, I put together a casual, summer weekend lookbook with outfits I'm loving wearing lately. 

Friday Night: Outfit #1 

Friday night was fro-yo night with a good friend. I have a serious addiction to Menchie's frozen yogurt so of course, that's where we headed. We did some book shopping and of course, hit up the Zara and H&M nearby. I wanted to go with something comfortable because we would be walking but still stylish since we'd be downtown. 


So, I realise that my pants are kind of ridiculous and crazy but I can't help loving them. And yes, they are pants, not a maxi skirt! I found them at Winners and they feel ridiculously good on. It's almost like wearing PJ pants. On top, I have a semi sheer top from Old Navy in a charcoal grey. It's a trendy but basic piece, good for pairing with a print like this. I also have with me a thrifted 70's inspired woven bag (that I stole from my mom!). I think it goes with the whole boho vibe of my printed pants. 

Saturday: Outfit #2 

On Saturday, I hit up the Wine and Spirit Festival at Sugar Beach in Toronto. I wanted something easy, breezy and stress-free since I would be in the sun all day and walking in the sand.


I'm wearing my coral shorts, which you also saw in my beachwear pose off. I paired it with a sleeveless floral and sheer blouse, both from H&M. I paired it with a thrifted straw handbag and my favourite TOMS sunglasses. Because it can get a bit chilly near the water, I brought my Forever 21 basic cardi in a rusty, orange colour.

Sunday: Outfit #3 

Sunday is always a lazy day for me. I like to wear easy pieces, but I don't want to compromise on cuteness. I don't want to wear anything fussy, but at the same time, I want something I can walk to Starbucks or the grocery store in.


Here I am wearing one of my current favourite tops. Just a simple, inexpensive tank from H&M but in a fluorescent pink colour that I love. I'm wearing it with a floral thrifted skirt with these great slits on the side. It's amazing to wear on a hot day with a light breeze. I put it with my go to, thrifted (and slightly beat up) black envelope clutch and my Winners wedge sandals (also from the beachwear pose off).

So, let me know if you have a favourite piece or outfit from my lookbook (and you can even tell me that you think I am bananas for wearing those pants). Or, just leave me a comment letting me now what go to summer item you have in your closet! Comment by June 24th and you could win!
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137 Comments

on June 20, 2012  haron  12,289 said:

I love outfit # 1 especially the crazy pants. It looks cute and colorful. Definitely a winner for me.

on June 20, 2012  Guppy  2,819 said:


I DO love your pants in #1 but not the purse (as someone else mentioned previously). I would have gone with a solid dark colour bag and let the pants shine :D

on June 20, 2012  kiwigirl  818 said:

Sorry none made a hit for me, not into the vintage (dated) looks

on June 20, 2012  Marlene said:


I don't like any of these outfits....so, cannot choose!
She looks like she needs help choosing her wardrobe!

on June 20, 2012  sd466  502 said:

i like #3 except the purse, it look kinda 1$ store item

on June 20, 2012  Butterfly985  1,148 said:

I love friday night outfit #1!! and the crazy pants! :)

on June 20, 2012  LeanneRenouf  4,337 said:

I like outfit #1

on June 20, 2012  Kayla93  1,204 said:

I prefer outfit number 2.

on June 20, 2012  shanp182029  166 said:

love love love the skirt in look 1

on June 20, 2012  roxanneflowers  1,358 said:


#2 is not the greatest, its the shoes I think. I love the skirt in the first pic and adore the last outfit too. The nails are lovely and the shoes work so well!

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