That’s a Wrap

I can’t believe that this is my 50^th blog post!

I started this blog as a creative outlet. I had no idea how much this blog would allow me to connect with people and share our ideas and passion not only for fashion but life in general.

Ever since I was young, clothes have been a way for me to express myself. I guess it’s an extension of my personality. 

What I love most about fashion is that everyone interprets style and trends differently. I am always inspired by other people’s style. Remember, what looks good on someone else may not always look good on you. But that’s the point isn’t it? We don’t want to all look the same. We want to dress in a way that is true to who we are as unique individuals in this beautiful world. 

As I sign off and end this blog I want to say a very BIG THANK YOU to all the ladies who posed in front of my IPhone and to my patient and handsome husband who endured the many spontaneous photo shoots just before we headed out the door. 

I am going to leave you with some of my favourite quotes. I hope you have been inspired to try something creative yourself. 

The picture below is not from my IPhone. But I thought that I should remain true to myself and go out in a grand manor. 

Remember ladies, the world is your runway and you can work it like the best of them. 

Love,

Ramona

"The woman is the most perfect doll that I have dressed with delight and admiration." -  Karl Lagerfeld

"Fashions fade, style is eternal."-  Yves Saint-Laurent

"The most important thing to remember is that you can wear all the greatest clothes and all the greatest shoes, but you’ve got to have a good spirit on the inside. That’s what’s really going to make you look like you’re ready to rock the world." — Alicia Keys

"Don’t be into trends. Don’t make fashion own you, but you decide what you are, what you want to express by the way you dress and the way you live."-  Gianni Versace

“Style is saying who you are without having to speak” - Rachel Zoe

"One is never over-dressed or underdressed with a Little Black Dress." - Karl Lagerfeld

“Girls do not dress for boys. They dress for themselves and, of course, each other. If girls dressed for boys they’d just walk around naked at all times.” - Betsy Johnson

Catholic Connection

My sister Linda and I have a tendency to show up to events wearing similar, if not the same, outfits. Maybe it’s out sisterly connection. But either way, this time I guess we were both channelling our inner spirituality. 

I am still not entirely sure that I like people, or my sister, wearing a Rosary as a fashion statement. But then who the heck am I to question someone else’s religious or spiritual beliefs. Heck, they are probably a lot more committed than I am at this moment. 

Either way, I thought that it was a cute coincidence that we, once again, had our very own theme for a night out at a pub. 

I choose my ripped jeans to complement the rock style sleeveless shirt. But then I decided to add a feminine touch by pairing the outfit with a girly necklace. I also wore my grandma’s costume bracelet. It’s almost like a vintage version of the Michael Kors belt buckle bracelet.  

I think it’s important to mix and compliment styles. Too much edginess can look out of place. Add a feminine detail and the outfit takes on a different tone. 

My outfit:

Shirt: Winners

Jeans: "Lucy" Dylan George (Winners) 

Necklace: Forever XXI

Shoes: Winners

Dressing Like a Boss

Girls' night out always means picking out a fabulous outfit. I was over the whole dress thing so I decided to dress up like a Boss!  Or as I say it "Bawws!!!!"

My translation of "Bawws" was to pair my Rachel Roy skinny tux pant, as seen here before, with a simple white t-shirt and sky high nude pumps, which in my opinion is a must in every girl's wardrobe. The gangster chic component was added with my black and white Ralph Laurel blazer. 

If you know anything about me by now, you know that I can't leave without piling on the jewelry. I choose to layer three necklaces to break up the white on white. 

I felt FABULOUS! I have to say that wearing a really tall pair of heels not only makes me feel closer to God, but pretty powerful too. These Nine West pumps were pretty comfortable. Look for a platform base to support the height and you will rock them all night.

So remember ladies, girls' night out gives you a chance to take a risk with your fashion. 

White T-Shirt: Calvin Klein 

Blazer: Ralph Lauren 

Pants: Rachel Roy 

Pumps: Nine West 

Earrings: Winners 

Ring: Winners 

Necklaces (Lolo, Forever XXI, Sugar Lime)

Do you feel extra sexy when you rock sky high heels?

All Wrapped Up

From time to time I like to pretend that I am famous. This time, I decided to be a Bollywood star – minus the singing and jumping from behind a tree.

One of my dear Sri Lankan girlfriends were getting married and it was the perfect opportunity to wear a saree that I had bought two years ago. The problem however is that I didn’t know exactly how to dress myself. You see, it’s one really long rectangular piece of fabric that needs to be wrapped or “draped” around your body.

The good news is that you can find anything on YouTube. I watched video upon video practicing with my saree. My dear husband would glance up from time to time from his laptop saying “you got this” or “it looks awesome.”

The day arrives and I suddenly have no freaking idea how to wrap this thing. My makeup and hair was done. I even had a bindi on my forehead. The ipad was propped up as I tirelessly attempted to get dressed. Time was running out.

My sister Linda casually walks towards me, wine glass in hand, and says “you’re doing this all wrong.” She proceeds to magically drape the saree. We decided that it would be draped in front instead of at the back. It turned out pretty FABULOUS.

Linda decided to wear a long evening gown to the magical wedding. I love how this dress showcases Linda’s hourglass figure. The dress is from Jonathan’s Bridal in New Westminster. 

Now let me show you a true Sri Lankan beauty. Ms. L. W. This lady can rock a saree like none other. Being one of the sisters of the bride, she looked absolutely radiant. This saree is from Sri Lanka. The gorgeous deep green colour was really brought out by the embroidery and crystals. I love that the top area is net which showcases the gorgeous saree blouse.  Isn't she gorgeous? Just perfection. 

Have you taken any fashion risks lately?