Lit Boutique: Blogger Shopping Party

It was a meet, mingle, shop and sip at LIT Boutique last night in the North End.

It was great meeting Shanna-Marie of Shanna's Eye View who put the event together and Rebecca, the manager of LIT as well as fellow Boston Bloggers, Michael of Trendy Dwarf, Kristen of Boston Fashionista , Michele of Michele's Musings and Anosha of Locks & Trinkets.

I tried on a pair of super cute Naughty Monkey heels, but the sixes were a tad snug on my 6.5 feet. (Although I fit into size 5 Hunter boots, wtf?).

Thanks for the wonderful cupcakes (still need to know where those babies were from) and the lovely Votiva candles. Photos by photohogger.

Maroon + Booties

As seen on the streets of Amsterdam.

Maroon bag + booties? Check.

Cute peplum jacket? Mmm-hmm.

Cellphone? Yup.

Bicycle? You betcha. (photo by photohogger)

What's the colour of your go-to Fall bag? (One of my faves is a dark blue Sak messenger bag)

Animal Print

Y'all know how much I love a good leopard. Print, that is. And animal print is nothing new to the seasons, it is a classic print that goes with anything, but when I saw these Franco Sarto wedges with the unusual placement of fur, I was sold. (photos by photohogger)

So, how do you animal print?

And if you haven't already, ENTER TO WIN THIS FABULOUS COPPER CUFF from ESMA STUDIO! Contest ENDS TODAY at 5pm EST! Stay tuned for the WINNER!

BFW2011: Daniela Corte

The big finale of Boston Fashion Week took place on Friday September 30, when Daniela Corte took place on centre stage.

What a close! It was one of the most exciting events, the TENT was completely sold out and filled to the brim.

Here's just a teaser of the show to come. Whose shoes?

We were trying to figure out what the lady on the left was wearing. Anyone know? The other two are the designers :) Smashing!

(All photographs are ©photohogger, please contact photohogger[at]gmail[dot]com for permission to use)

Missoni Weekend

Missoni for Target had everyone in a frenzy. The website was down for some time, then Missoni items were all over Ebay. My sister went to Target and scored some really cute items for herself and for me! She got me this shirt and these pumps. The pumps are a bit loose on me so they may go back, but aren't they pretty? (Photos: photohogger)

Some of my girlfriends from Toronto were visiting this weekend, so I decided to wear my Missoni shirt for our day out and about in Boston on Saturday. I wore it with skinny jeans, pearls and sunglasses and because we were walking around, Converse and an army green jacket with rolled up sleeves.

We also had a ball of a good time shopping at the Wrentham Outlets on Friday. The girls scored a great deal at the Vince Camuto outlet as they were having a "Buy One Get One 1/2 off" sale. I almost bought the same pair as my BFF but then I would have had to employ the "Buy One Throw One Out" rule. ;)

Toe Cleavage

I bought these leopard printed Me Too flats on sale; they're one of my favourite pairs to wear. Lately though, and especially after looking at this photo, I feel that they're starting to stretch oddly. Hence the toe cleavage.

Enquiring minds need to know. Yay or nay to toe cleavage? How much is too much? (photo, photohogger)

Two Tones

Hi guys! I'm back from Amsterdam. We also went to Greece for a week, but more on that later.

Firstly, I absolutely loved Amsterdam.

Holy bicycles, Batman! And the multitasking that these men and women do on their bicycles. And in such beautifully tailored suits and magnificent heels. Impressive, to say the least. I can barely ride a bike let alone, hold an umbrella. Or, in this case, a cigarette.

Love the two tone booties with leather pants. (photos by photohogger)

How are you at multi-tasking on a bicycle?

Hunter

We've talked about them before: rainboots. And with all the rain we've been getting in Boston, I was happy to find these Hunter boots on sale for $49.99 at The Tannery in Boston on the weekend. I love the beautiful rust colour and am surprised to have fit into a size 5! For rainboots, the snugger fit with a sock is perfect, so the heel doesn't lift. This will be a welcome addition to my favourite Kate Spade pair, that is, when our furniture and belongings finally arrive (going on 3 weeks now, guys!).

(photo: photohogger)

What sort of rain footwear to you prefer?

Sam Studelman

Sam Edelman is my all-time favourite shoe designer, mostly for flats. I have been swooning over these studded heels, though. I love anything studded, if you'll remember from here and here (hello Valentino!)

How do you feel about studded heels?

(image via)

Happy Dads

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!

What did you get your Dad for his day? Yellow sneakers? Not likely, right?

Don't know if this dude is a dad but he's rocking the yellow Nikes. Even the guys in Montreal are so fashionable. (Image photohogger)

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads I know!!!

Summer Coral

(Image photohogger)

These girls in Montreal sure knew how to breeze their way through the hot day. And isn't that coral dress super cute?

Here are more coral ways to brighten up you summer:

Essie's Braziliant - such a great nail colour!

My favourite lip gloss, Dior's Glow Expert, in sheer light coral.

Great Ikat printed summer dress with a drawstring - gotta love that!

So sexy for those summer beach BBQs, tiered knit maxi dress.

The cutest coral flip flops for only $12.50!

One of a kind gorgeous and chunky coral bracelet.

How are you infusing this trendy colour into your wardrobe this summer?

Headphones and Heels

Sorry for being MIA last week ladies; was in Montreal and will post some photos, soon! For now, here's a very cool girl as seen in Boston. Her heels were so high and she was struttin' so fast with her headphones on. Have you noticed a lot of people wearing big-a$$ headphones again? (Image photohogger)

Long Weekend. What to Pack?

Canada celebrated Victoria Day last weekend and since we were staycationing, I lounged around alternating between pjs, gardening attire (pjs) and more pjs, but this weekend we're off to Boston, so I'm wondering what to pack. And as it's Memorial Day for those south of the border a lot of you may be wondering the same!

Any plans for the weekend?

Also, as we're moving to Boston in August, this week is mostly all about looking for housing, so if you have any tips on good neighbourhoods, let me know!

See you in a week!

Memorial Day in Boston by hogger & co. featuring michael kors bags

Ankle Strap Flats

Ever since I saw a pair of Bellofatto black ballet flats with an ankle strap, I regret not getting them. Love this look for summer, especially the nude colour. What do you think?

I ouldn't find the Bellofatto online, but here's a similar look by

Gabriella Rocha, $79.99 (Endless)

Belle by Sigerson Morrison $250 (Saks Fifth Avenue)

Chloe $475 (Totokaelo)

Paris Fashion

Now that the sun is finally shining, here's some inspiration from our summer in Paris. From the impeccable suits and bright colours to what I wore (flowery summer dress, oxfords and straw hat that we got at a flea market) while shopping (I scored a pair of Prada shoes!) in Paris. What's your go-to outfit for a hot summer's day? (All images photohogger)

Petite Feet Sample Sale

Starting this Thursday April 21 until Sunday April 24 is the Petite Feet Sample Sale! I've been twice before and scored many a great shoe, and in my favourite designer: Sam Edelman (and Sam & Libby) and mostly designs from the following season (so not even available in stores, yet).

You receive $10 off if you become a VIP by visiting www.petitefeet.ca. VIP day is Thursday April 21.

Prices are $60-120 from sandals to boots.

Who's in?!

Red Pants

I so want a pair of red pants for the summer. Goes so well with camel, don't you think? Is this something you'd wear ladies?

(Image via The Sartorialist)

Shoe Closet

Spring = Spring Cleaning, right?

I cleaned up my closet and realized I have about 100 pairs of shoes, which I like to think is average for women? How many pairs of shoes do you own?

I use a couple of the antique white Akada shoe organizers from Home Depot in my closet along with Ikea shoe compartments and racks for the rest of the pairs in the front hall closet.

How do you keep your shoes organized?

Style'n had a great TIP for keeping your boots all lined up! Check it out here.

Here's my closet followed by some pretty stunning shoe closets, don't you think? *SIGH*

(I love the two black and white images! So classic!)

(All images via my Pinterest)

Yellow Oxfords

Yes, I would do these.

You?

(via Pinterest via shoes.beautyhill.com )

Spring Florward!

(Image via)

Now that we've SPRUNG forward one hour it's got me thinking about flowers. What better way to introduce spring into your wardrobe than with florals!