Over-thinking it

by thedemuremuse on June 17, 2013

How was everyone’s weekend? Mine was spent doing really fun things like laundry, washing a stack of dishes, and planning dinners for the upcoming week. You’re jealous, I’m sure. In all seriousness, this is as dressed as I could get for a weekend full of errands:

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outfit details:
t-shirt & bag: Forever 21
sweater: Old Navy
boyfriend jeans: Gap
boat shoe flats: Docker’s
glasses: c/o Rivet & Sway (exact)

Sometimes a little break is good for the soul! Ended up re-watching all of season 1 of Game of Thrones with some random episodes of America’s Next Top Model in between. I’m not going to lie– it felt really good to give the brain a rest and veg out.

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Trending: Colours for a summer wedding

by thedemuremuse on June 15, 2013

Recently, I’ve noticed my Pinterest home page has been flooded with wedding inspiration. So much confetti, gorgeous gowns, pins of mix-matched dresses in a specific colour pallete, and DIY projects for center pieces! Having been through wedding craziness as a bridesmaid in two weddings last year, I don’t envy brides when having to decide on dresses that will work for everyone in the bridal party.

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DIY scalloped lanterns (source) // wooden cow table cards (source)

Looking through all the pins and quickly peeking at wedding blogs, yellow is the it colour of this summer! This sunny colour is increasingly garnering more attention as a standout color that has yet to be overdone. One thing to keep in mind when using it in a wedding party is that particular tints of this soft hue do not complement all skin tones. The same can easily be said for 2012’s it colour, orange. Although it is possible for an entire bridal party to pull of a dress in the same hue, using such a bright colour as an accent like a sash, heels or flowers, or giving your bridesmaids the freedom to find the version that is perfect for them might help ease the initial worries of yellow being too bright. The mismatched aesthetic is another trend growing in popularity, which works in the favour of this season’s cheerful brightness.

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(source)

For another trending summer hue that works better with most skin tones, teal is a great option! It looks stunning when paired with a whole spectrum of pinks, which makes a teal dress easy to accessories. Another equally flattering colour that will add a dose of sensual romance to your palette is plum, which was really popular last fall. To help transition this rich shade to give a more summery feeling, combine it with accessories that feature brighter hues like lime, nectarine or hot pink.

As you can probably tell, I’m going through a bit of wedding fever with all your pins! After last summer being full of weddings to attend, this year feels a lot less exciting. In my circle of friends, this year seems to be the year everyone’s getting engaged. *Fingers crossed* for more wedding madness next year! :)

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Long time no see

by thedemuremuse on June 14, 2013

To all the other four-eyed ladies out there: What kind of sunglasses do you buy? As someone who doesn’t wear contacts (my prescription isn’t that bad, but I have worse-than-average astigmatism that makes it hard to find affordable contacts), I usually find myself in a tough spot when it comes to sunglasses. I already spend quite a bit on everyday glasses when my prescription changes, and can’t justify buying a another pair of prescription sunglasses in the same year.

For years, I’ve been buying non-prescription sunglasses to keep up with the trends and squinting while wearing them. I know, I know… so bad. It wasn’t until recently that I was introduced to Glasses Direct, who a wide range of wallet-friendly frames that can be converted into both regular everyday glasses or prescription sunglasses.

London Retro Fitzrovia sunglasses
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outfit details:
cardigan: Banana Republic
Skull print blouse: Urban Behaviour
jeans: 7FAM
ankle boots: Target
messenger bag: H&M
London Retro sunglasses: c/o glasses direct (exact)

London Retro glasses case

I received a pair of prescription glasses turned into sunglasses to review. The last time I had a pair of prescription sunglasses was back in 2007. My vision has changed quite a bit since then and I almost forgot what it was like to drive with sunglasses on (I never drove with the non-prescription sunglasses).

The London Retro Fitzrovia frames are awesome! The tortoise shell pattern on the retro-shaped frames are beautiful and arrived in a sturdy case. I’ve worn these babies out multiple times already and love how easy they are to match with anything and everything!

Glasses Direct has really opened my eyes (no pun intended) to fitting a quality, fashion-forward, pair of prescription sunglasses into my budget! I would highly recommend checking out their frames. They have prescription sunglasses starting at ~$20, and shipping was super fast from the UK (received my glasses within the same week the purchase was made). I couldn’t ask for more when it comes to buying sunglasses online. It’s the perfect solution to my previous ways of (horribly) compromising the functionality of buying non-prescription sunglasses.

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Instagram adventures

by thedemuremuse on June 12, 2013

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1 // Discovering PANDA POCKY. OMG. Panda. Pocky. ’nuff said.
2 // Weekend trip to Pike Place Market with my trusty Nomi Network reusable bag
3 // Studded/spiked heels! A little obsessed ever since I swapped for a pair with Ashley
4 // Basil plant growing out of control on the window sill. Excited for all the margherita pizzas this summer!
5 // This cat. I can’t even tell you how much I love her after only spending 3 hours in her presence. She’s my friend’s neighbourhood cat who likes to meow at his door and make a napping spot on his couch. At the end of the night, she usually goes home. I guess I was sitting in her spot on the couch when I saw her, but she came and sat right on my lap and we cuddled all night. Basically she’s my dream cat. ♥ _ ♥
6 // Prescription sunglasses! No more walking around the city squinting, trying to read signs.

This week I hit my two month anniversary on Instagram (come follow along @kaatriiina)! After being super late to jump on this bandwagon, I see what I’ve been missing out on…

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Sneak peeks at Rivet & Sway

by thedemuremuse on June 8, 2013

This week, one of my favourite Seattle-based companies threw an office warming party to celebrate their new space and introduce new members of the team. Rivet & Sway has been the epitome of the perfect online shopping experience for glasses, and I am so glad to have met the team back in the day when they first started their venture. As someone who has been wearing glasses for almost 15 years of my life, it’s an absolute dream to know such a passionate group of people who are dedicated to creating a fashion-forward and affordable solution for those of us that want to keep their specs trendy without breaking the bank.

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The evening was Opposites Attract themed, filled with yummy eats (sweet vs salty popcorn, anyone?), great chats with other locals in the area (yay new friends!), and getting a sneak peek of new styles in the works. I can’t even tell you how excited I am for the new line to come out! Those red frames? gah… to die for. I don’t think I’ve been this excited for a new pair of glasses since I first got the Spitfire frames, which I wear almost daily and have styled numerous times over the past year on the blog (here, here, here, here, and here).

I can’t stop gushing about how much I love this company! Not only are the people behind it absolutely amazing, but I have never gotten as many compliments over a pair of glasses in the last 15 years as I have with the Spitfire cat-eye frames. Being a four-eyes has never felt more glamorous!

P.S. If you’re in the market for new frames, the coupon code katrinasways will save you $25 off your order at Rivet & Sway!

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