Costa Rica

Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Bikini: Billabong | Floral Shorts: Free People | Sandals: TKEES

We didn't plan on taking a big vacation this year, yet somehow we did and I am so glad. Living across the country from close friends is hard, but one of the exciting parts has been meeting each other in different parts of the world. For the past few years this has been in Palm Springs for Coachella, but this year we chose a few different locations. First Costa Rica, where we met several good friends, and then off to Peru just Andrew and I. 

Costa Rica was amazing. We stayed in a small surf town called Santa Teresa at the Casas De Soleil, which I highly recommend. Most of our days were spent by our pool enjoying daiquiris and guacamole, but when we weren't relaxing we were bike riding on the beach, paddle boarding or taking our quads to visit the waterfalls. 

On The Beach

A few weeks ago Andrew and I got engaged! What started as a typical evening walk along the water turned into one of the most memorable day of my life. I am so overwhelmed and excited (I instantly broke out in hives, such a dork) and cannot wait for this new journey to begin. I look forward to sharing some inspiration and photos along the way, and would love to hear any tips you may have!

Trend Crush: Structured Satchel

Image: Gary Pepper Vintage | 1. J.Crew | 2. Loeffler Randall | 3. Rebecca Minkoff | 4. Marc by Marc Jacobs | 5. Asos (from image)

I'm currently obsessing over structured satchel bags, especially in bright crisp colours. The perfect ladylike piece to polish any spring look. What are some of your spring accessory must haves?

Lately, Honestly

I owe you an apology. When 2013 began I had big plans for this blog. Frequent posts and lots of new and exciting content. Then school hit me, hard. Trying to balance homework, my job, my relationship, and a social life (that only somewhat exists) and of course this blog, was a bit of an adjustment. Well, adjustment over, and I'm happy to say that I'm back, I missed you and I hope you can forgive me!

A few things I have been up to lately have included catching a few glimpses of spring flowers. Checking out the new West Elm Market. Delicious food truck snacks at the Vancouver Farmer's Market. Shopping dates and Photo Booth fun at my favourite boutique, Vincent Park and revamping our teeny tiny office. 

Vacation Dreaming

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As soon January comes along I instantly long for spring. The winter seems like it may never end and all I want is to escape to a beach. Unfortunately, that is not in the cards for me this winter (sad face), so I am left with simply daydreaming and online shopping. Sigh. 

Above are a few of my must-haves (for my imaginary vacation) or at least for spring! Seriously though, vintage Levis and a scalloped blouse? Perfection.

A few online shops I'm loving right now include My Wardrobe and Burns Jewellers.

xo