Hello Darlings,
Today has been really exciting, as I received a surprise e-mail from author Karen Essex of my favorite book, Leonardo’s Swans… (I jumped around my room *blush blush*) how often do you receive “thanks for reading my book” from an author? Not only is she an award-winning journalist, a screen writer, and author of two acclaimed biographical novels, Kleopatra and Pharaoh, but Karen is also a fashion lover, who “never felt the need to look like a frumpy writer” and who views fashion “as theater, and another art form to enjoy.”
I’ve been fascinated with the story of Leonardo’s Swans and have spent my free time researching about Isabella and Beatrice d’Este. I am extremely excited to start reading Stealing Athena which also focuses on art and architecture ….. Check this out:
Thank you Karen Essex for dedicating your time to write such a wonderful book that demonstrates and exposes the genius of Leonardo Da Vinci - and for my quick hello… As for today’s outfit, I am wearing my new shirt from Totem.
,I’ve never owned any article of clothing in such bright colors before.
Once I saw it … I had to have it, I love the colors 
I AM WEARING:
Totem Shirt
J Brand Skinnies
Talula High Waisted Short
Soia & Kyo Charlie Coat in White
Gap Leather Purse
Michael Kors Leather Ankle Boots
Swarovski Love Charm Bracelet
Another current obsession: jazz lace-up shoes which according to Vogue is the new ballet flat - Kate Moss, Mirabelle Marden, and Natalia Vodianova are just a few trend setters wearing them.
You can purchase these babies from Net-a-porter for as “little as” $490.
HAVE AN AWESOME DAY
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40 Responses to Overwhelmed with Excitement: Karen Essex
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love your look. esp the bright top. very savvy chic.
You sure have to be excicte
I am happy for you. I can only imagine what is it for you to be contacted by one of your role models so to say.
Meanwhile, I can’t stop staring at the boots
)) are they comfortable?
I also wanted to thank you for your regular visits to my blog and your always wonderful comments that I luv.
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I have those sweet derbies, in a way collegian girl as fashion decided to tell us this fall. But it looks great.
I love your Kors, gosh, they are faaabulous !
(Perhaps i’m going to read a little about your fav’author) See you
thank you
i have heard that i look like kate moss actually quite often and its HUUUUUUGE compliment, even some guys has told me that! hah, and one girl said i am mixed whit Lily D and Kate.
you look again so great, your skin is flawless, how do you do that??
You must be so happy! A personal email, yay!
AND, you are totally rocking the bright colors, keep them coming.
xxxxx
ohhh I really like this with the shorts..(they’re high waist? would love to see how you wear them high waisted..) and with the jeans..its a perfect UT outfit
…lastly that really is great that one of your fave authors took the time to email you!…hmm I should check out that book…
You look so wonderful in these colours! Great outfit.
And how cool is that to get an e-mail from one of your favourite writers?! I am so thrilled for you
xox have a lovely day!
From Vancouver to Toronto! Love your blog..those Michael Kors zip up booties are fabulous. I will have a look at this book
great outfit!! the brightness of the shirt goes perfect with the black skinnies and your fabulous booties!
I love the colors in that top — I’m working on a purple and green ring right now. It’s a great combo.
u’r legs are to die for
I looove your shoes. <3
Thanks for your comments (on my latest to posts) you're so sweet. And you always look so pretty in your pictures.
OMG..those Michael Kors booties are just too Hot!!
i justt came across your blog and i love it!
the bright shirt looks great. ive really been feeling loud colours at the moment… maybe because its raining where i live? hahaha.
Man those booties are hot! And cool patterned shirt!
your hair looks fabulous. great overall post!
THE ANKLE BOOTS! SO BEAUTIFUL!
Love the top and the whole outfit!
hi lady love + fellow Canadian. (!!!)
thanks for your beautiful comments. You are so sweet.
your have such a wonderful blog.
gorgeous shoes and congrats on your shout out you lucky thing.
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You're adorable^^
I prefer the totem shirt with the medum wash jeans and blazer.
Chic,chic,chic!
&those boots… =]
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That top and those booties are superb!
Thanks for your comment. Would you like to trade links?
Hi sweetie!
I love that printed top on you - very Pucci-esque!
And I am not a big fan of flat lace-up shoes, but patent high-heeled booties are HOT!
xoxox,
CC
The collors in your shirt are really pretty, green and purple really works well together.
I like your top!
So pretty shoes!!
i am in love with your shoes! actually, i’m always in love with your shoes. haha
How exciting to get an actual personalized email from a favorite author! I met my favorite writer, Margaret Atwood, who I also wrote my thesis about and it was super exciting too! I’m intrigued to read Ms. Essex’s book now as well.
Would also like to mention your fabulous top and that I am loving also the lace-up shoes. Fabulous.
i just recently posted some zip front booties and i’m glad i got to see some on you! they look amazing
i love love love your little zip up booties!
How exciting! Cute outfit!
That is so cool! If I knew an author would respond, I’d write! And BTW, your top is great!
thank you so much for your comment
and i would love love love to exchange links. thanks!
Those Michael Kors shoes are very nice.
Oh wow that is amazing, I would print out the email and frame it haha. LOVE the top, the colours are fantastic and your booties are super!!!
Wow, the print is amazing. & I really like the color & the zip on your boots are the best.
ow that’s just awesame ! how nice !
Like your hair too !
I’ve “passed the torch” to you ….check out my blog
…also, I just remembered a while back you asked me where I was goi rock climbing —its Rock oasis by the lambo shop (bathurst I think) ..ever been there? We’re still newbies
I love you Michael Kors shoes!! I want them
HOT shoes. i got some MK zipped up shoes, too but so didn’t see yours. I LOVE them!