Some things I like from Monki (discovered via Hot Chocolate and Mint).

What is it with the Swedes and this aura of cool around them? After visiting the Monki website, I found myself liking Flash (not usually a big fan of Flash sites) and yearning for playsuits and shorts (both of which I enjoy on other people more so then myself). And drop-crotch pants, which has slowly grown on my since my introduction to them four years ago in Hong Kong (which made me and the fellow exchange students go, "Huh?").

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In honour of Mother's Day, I thought I'd post these photographs of my mom and her friends looking stylishly fabulous in Hong Kong during the late '60s.

Happy Mother's Day to K-Line and to any mothers who may be reading this!

(I realize Mother's Day is almost over but I was busy spending the day with my mommy instead of my computer.)

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Sailboat print tee: 2% (Hong Kong). Polka dot silk scarf: Suzhou City Kaidi Silk Co. Ltd. (China). Brown skirt: H&M. Yellow tights: H&M. Fish flats: Argyle Centre (Hong Kong).

Reading The Clothes Horse's post made me curious; what do you consider casual? To me this is a casual look, but I know some of my friends think this is dressy simply because I'm wearing a skirt.

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Striped 3/4 sleeve tee: Joe Fresh Style. Paper bag waist skirt: Joe Fresh Style. Pink metallic skinny belt: Jacob Jr. Black textured tights: Old Navy. Black jazz shoes: Dolce Vita.

I couldn't decide which one to post so I decided to post all of them, even though I went a little nutso in Photoshop with the colours.

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Tryst by Kerry is a jewelry line that utilizes new and vintage finds. Until recently, Kerry created her charmingly sweet pieces while balancing school work. Her jewelry making is chronicled on her livejournal blog. At The Clothing Show last Saturday, I had the opportunity to meet the designer and I mentioned her livejournal, which I think creeped her out a little (oops -- I'm not a stalker, just an internerd!).

In the end, I walked away from her booth with two purchases; a pink cameo necklace and a cut out heart necklace. I wanted to buy the finch locket necklace as well, but didn't have enough cash on me. Hopefully she'll restock her web shop with it soon.

Kerry also has an Etsy shop: trystbykerry.etsy.com

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I don't usually like to make off-topic posts, but lately my life seems to be a series of unfortunate events that have consumed much of my thoughts. Yesterday we had to put our not-quite-eight year old dog, Tim, down. He had a heart tumour that we were not aware of.

Seemingly healthy and lively, up until the weekend, Tim showed no indications of something being wrong inside his body. Last week he was still batting me with his paws, running around the yard, jumping like a puppy, and generally doing things characteristically Timmy. We took him to the emergency clinic yesterday where the vet took x-rays. He said the prognosis was grave and Tim's body was already shutting down. The best option was to put him to sleep so he wouldn't have to suffer. Everything still feels unreal to me.

On a brighter note my grandma might be released from the hospital tomorrow.

My dad took a photo of me photographing Tim in Saskatchewan (2005). I don't have a scanner otherwise I would post those photos.

I had planned to take new pictures of him when the weather was warmer. I had even been thinking of including him in some outfit photos so you could all adore him as much as I did, but I guess he'll be remembered on this blog with these pictures instead.

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The Clothing Show is currently taking place this weekend here in Toronto. Is anyone planning to attend or has attended? I spent a few hours this afternoon picking through jewelry and riffling through racks of vintage dresses at the Better Living Centre.

At the booth simply titled "Norma's", I spotted the most gorgeous 1960s pink silk crepe cocktail dress. It was a small size so I tried it on. With vintage, I have trouble finding pieces I like that are small enough to fit me. So what does this dress do to spite me? It wouldn't zip up! It must've been that sundae on a stick I had a few minutes earlier.

It made me so sad to leave it there and to learn that the proprietor works out of her home in Fort Erie. She had many lovely pieces that appeared to be great condition. It's a shame I'll only be able to check out her stock at The Clothing Show that takes place twice a year. And that's if she decides to continue to set up a booth at the future shows. Sigh...that dress...

(okay, done whining.)

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Photos: aldoshoes.com

Thank you Sabrina for pointing out the addition of the Bellinghama sandal to Aldo's inventory. I've been trying to find the shoe for several months after seeing it featured in a photograph on their website. Now I can admire it from three different angles and in three different colours.

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Sorry things have been quiet around here lately. There are some personal matters that I've been preoccupied with. Somewhat more frequent posting should resume soon.

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White rabbit tee: Argyle Centre (Hong Kong). Gray dress: H&M. Typewriter key necklace: B*jewelled Vintage. Long black hoodie: Gap. Black footless tights: Old Navy. Black sparkley sockettes: Hong Kong. Green flats: Sam Edelman. Sunglasses: H&M.

This weekend I didn't have time to photograph my outfits, so instead I leave you with this tourist-esque photo taken by my mom. And no, we didn't go fishing. I merely stood in front of a sign for a boat rental place at Rice Lake.

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White blouse: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Gap. Skirt: H&M. Black opaque tights: unknown. Black jazz shoes: Dolce Vita.

My friend said I looked like an English school teacher. I'm not sure what she meant by that. Looking at the photo, I wish I included the yellow bag I used today because the outfit could benefit from a dash of yellow. The skirt is dark brown and while I generally don't mix brown and black, this skirt works very well with black. There are always exceptions to that so-called rule. The tights are ancient. I think I've had them since high school.

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