Staff Weekend Lookbook: Ali's Summer Basics

Posted by Ali | Monday July 23, 201264 comments
Staff Weekend Lookbook: Ali's Summer Basics
I used to think that dressing well meant you had a fancy top and stylish bottoms or a nice dress.  But my husband taught me that simple basics like white or black t-shirts and tank tops go a looong way.  They are easy to accessorize and you don't look too 'try' - you get me?

Staff Weekend Lookbook: Ali's Summer Basics
On Fridays after work, I like to go on a date with my two boys.  We usually go out for dinner somewhere close to home.  I found this amazing skirt on sale at J.Crew. I'm seriously considering going back for more colours.  With a plain white t-shirt, neutral necklace and shoes, the skirt really stands out.

Staff Weekend Lookbook: Ali's Summer Basics
If I haven't been lazy and ordered Grocery Gateway, Saturday is my day to go to the market and stock up on fruits, veggies and other essentials. Lately I'm obsessed with stripes.  They are the best.  This dress was a steal and it's super soft and comfy.  Can you guess how much?

The earrings are from Psalms 91.1 Accessories, a Toronto based designer I'm a big fan of.

Staff Summer Lookbook: Ali's Summer Basics
Ah, Sunday Brunch.  Did you know brunching is a sport in Toronto?  Who can find the best new brunch spot?  Can you beat the lineup?  Who serves up the best French Toast?  Well that last one may be my personal mission. 

This outfit looks expensive but it wasn't.  Pairing basics with a nice bag and necklace really takes the whole look up a notch.  The top was $10 on sale from J.Crew, the shorts were on sale from The Gap (when they go down even further in price I'm stocking up on more!), and I find that putting your hair up in a fancy bun makes everything look more expensive.  The necklace is Banana Republic and the bag is Michael Kors.

Guess the price of my stripey dress and someone will win a prize!
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64 Comments

on July 23, 2012  starobsolete  2,275 said:


I'll guess $17.99.

on July 23, 2012  fredamans  12,209 said:

I love all those looks, but the first is definitely my fave!

on July 23, 2012  luxx  2,176 said:

my guess is 35$
I love that skirt, it's such a beautiful color.

on July 23, 2012  mamaluv  STAFF said:

I adore Look #1! All the looks are cute, but that one I'mma steal from you girlfriend.

on July 23, 2012  Bren  26,031 said:

Im going to guess $18....The stripey dress is cute!

on July 23, 2012  Lara L  2,861 said:

I guess $9.99

on July 23, 2012  curlysue10  7,326 said:


I really like your bun Ali, very pretty!

on July 23, 2012  Malixy  2,623 said:

I'm going with 20$ on the dress

on July 23, 2012  gl0ss  6,194 said:

I am going to guess 14.99
I have picked up some great dresses for under $15

on July 23, 2012  takoda  28,648 said:

I'll say $39.99.

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