Game is Strong: Ottawa Bloggers Roundup

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Everyone follows at least one blog, right? I’m not talking about news sites like Buzzfeed, Huffington Post or Just Jared. I am talking about a more personal approach to getting informed. The truth is, bloggers follow other bloggers. It’s a way to get inspired, keep up with the beat and create a network of supportive sistas.
So today, I am sharing my Ottawa Bloggers network with you in hopes that you start following people, real people, in your city and get a glimpse of the real local talent.

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Wish it could be fall all year round ? ?: @_jimmycote

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Ottawa Vintage Clothing Show 2015 Recap

I just got back from the Ottawa Vintage Clothing Show! Feeling broke, but in a good way. It’s always a great show. I’ve been attending it for about 4 years now. The set up was much better this year, with an impressive amount of high quality vendors. Lots of space to look around, shop and try things on.

I snapped a few pics of things I bought and things I bought in my mind.

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Always nice running into fellow bloggers in the city. Check out CountryMeetCity.wordpress.com and whimsicalsoles.com
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I bought this Ram Brooch at the Vintage Soul Geek booth. I had to have it!
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Fur for days!
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I fell in love with this cape from Allegro Retro, an Ottawa vintage clothing shop.
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Classic Hudson’s Bay print is so Canadiana.
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On the right person, this jacket would kill.
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Not vintage, but so cool.
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I love the gold details in this pattern.
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All the Chanel your heart ever desired. This booth is called Luxe Touch, they are based in Hamilton but ship worldwide!
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More vintage Chanel bags from Luxe Touch.
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I just like this lady.
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Great hat by Outback. Just trying it on and having fun!

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Style Profile: Sarah Zilliox from NodstromOtt

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This is the gorgeous Sarah Zilliox who works at Nordstrom Ottawa. I have been crushing on her style for a while so I asked her a few questions. (#lipsticktwins)

What’s your passion for fashion? I’ve always had a love for retro silhouettes, prints, and bold lips. I love the pursuit of finding unique pieces that inspire me to build an outfit around. I’m so intrigued by the power of transformation, growing up I would clip celebrity outfits and runway makeup looks from magazines to recreate with out the designer price tags. Even now I still love to mix high and low pieces, but my ‘eye’ has evolved into my own sense of style that becomes defined and refined over time.

What XLusive tip can you share? I am an avid online shopper, even if I go to try something on at store…I love to look at reviews and compare discounts. My advice is, NEVER pay full price! Almost every website (Eloquii, City Chic, Addition Elle, Ashley Stewart, etc.)  have almost weekly coupon codes. Nothing is better than getting an amazing find ON SALE!

Stay Social with Sarah!
Instagram: @sarahzmcv

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Ottawa Streetstyle: Poncho-brown for Fall

It got really cold this weekend! But I was sort of happy to be able to wear the new Reitmans Poncho I just bought! It’s so cozy and warm, and the colours are perfect! I mixed up my look with some vintage finds: my Dooney and Bourke caramel cross-body satchel and my Justin boots in caramel to match. My hair was still wet from my shower, so a warm wool floppy hat (Lovely Bird), can do just the right trick!

Under the poncho, I have a denim shirt from Gap and my new body shaping leggings from Zara… which I adore!

This Fall, give your outfit the poncho-colour it deserves!

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