I was so incredibly flattered to be invited to a special fashion blogger event last Friday at Violet Hill Boutique in Steveston. I’d heard so many great things about the store through twitter and oth...
Today’s Smitten For is a perfect reflection of my sentiments this week… It’s been grey and raining non-stop, and to be frank, it sucks. So when I came across this foul-mouthed umbrella I was instant...
Friday night I attended the Art Institute of Vancouver’s design competition, Walt Street. Aptly named for its Disney meets pop culture inspiration, the evening was a Project Runway-esque show placin...
I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am about this post! It’s a little different than my usual “Smitten For” articles, and is full of shameless self-promotion, but I h...
1. Hunter Original High Gloss, 2. Chooka Classy Stripe, 3. Kate Spade Patty, 4. Burberry Check Detail Rainboot, 5. Loeffler Randall LR Rain Bootie, 6. Chooka Lace Rainboot, 7. Chooka Posh Dots, 8. LA...
As I’m sitting at my desk working away, the rain is forever pattering against the window, and all I can think about is lying on a chaise in the sun with a great book, a dramatically large and ...
1. Kate Spade Jelly Flats, 2. Urban Outfitters Honeycomb Glass Pendant, 3. Colorbee Eat Your Greens Poster, 4. Mulberry Rosie Printed Cosmetics Case, 5. Kenneth Jay Lane Swarovski Cluster Clip Earrin...
I have to admit that new music hasn’t really been on my radar for a very long time. I’m talking years here. Sure I’ve heard everything on the radio, and a few indie bands through music-loving friends...
Ever wondered why you gravitate towards certain brands more than others? Why some companies capture your attention where others fall flat? Chances are your first impressions were based on the brand’s...
I am pretty much tripping-over-myself-in-love with Kate Spade’s Spring 2012 collection. Its graphic florals, pops of coral with black and white, and girl band inspiration make for a very bold—and ve...
(guest post written by Ashleen of Big Bake Theory) While a generic box of mediocre grocery store chocolate may be one of the most unoriginal Valentine’s Day gifts, good quality or homemade chocolate ...
1. DreamPapercut Heart Hands, 2. Super Rural You+Me in Cocoa, 3. Sarah and Bendrix Personalized Little Flower Hearts, 4. Handz – Love Print Vintage Typewriter, 5. Made by Girl Love Languages, 6...
Pastels, lace, and sparkles, demure silhouettes and pale-hued prairie florals—these are the words that come to mind when viewing the Spring 2012 Couture collections of red-carpet favorite Elie Saab a...
1. Bhldn “XO” studs, 2. Chronicle Books Botanicals Notebook Collection, 3. Philosophy Sweet Talk Shampoo & Bubble Bath, 4. Sugar Paper I Choose You Arrow Card, 5. Pantone Pink Pencil ...
I first spotted these driving moccasins on a jet-setting friend when she was passing through the Vancouver airport a couple weeks ago; now I can’t get them out of my head!! Minnetonka is the re...
Feeling like your home décor could use a lift? Accessories not only inject your personality into your home’s décor, they are also a low-commitment way to spice up your big-ticket items—like sofas—as ...
I’m not usually the type to buy things like candles, incense, or fancy bath products (and by fancy I mean anything you wouldn’t just pick up from the drugstore). That’s not to say I don’t love receiv...
Taking a glance at fashion runway photos and the newest shipments of cosmetic collections, it’s clear that pastels are back in a big way this spring. Freshen up your wardrobe with a few new accessori...
A few months ago, I was feeling stuck, frustrated, unhappy and unfulfilled with my job and my day-to-day life. I knew what I wanted to be doing—working for myself, from home, on something I was passi...
After a long hiatus from blogging, I’m getting back at it with a new weekly series to showcase things I absolutely adore. There are so many amazing designs, fabulous pieces, inspiring art, and...
Don’t be surprised if www.witandpolish.com starts to take on a new personality in the coming weeks. Unfortunately my CSS (computer code!) skills are nowhere near my design vision for this site...
{ underwater photography by Zena Holloway | www.zenaholloway.com } This isn’t really a typical kind of post for me. I debated for a few days whether to even post it at all. It’s not abo...
Closer to muffin consistency than cupcakes, these pumpkin treats make a perfect addition to any Halloween or holiday party, and also double as a seasonal snack with or without the icing. They’re full...
{ Dress - JNBY | Shirt - BCBG | Bag - DKNY | Shoes - Nine West | Earrings - Alexis Bittar | Thrifted Necklace } My favorite thing about a night out isn’t the night out itself; it’s the whole ritual o...
With gray days ahead, why not brighten up your home with a burst of gold. The perfect accent to add warmth to any interior, gold accessories lend a bit of glitz and glamour to everyday life: 1. How g...
via pinterest Whenever I go home for a visit, one of the first things on my agenda is making an appointment with my hair stylist, Michelle. Lucky for me, we happen to be related, and she always ma...
Last weekend I wanted to paint my nails, but couldn’t decide between gold (a favourite this summer), and a dark wine colour that is so appropriate for fall. I eventually decided to mix both and the f...
Unfortunately for Marie Antoinette, a delicious taste was perhaps an overlooked detail when she proclaimed that her starving subjects should “eat cake.” In order to prevent a riot at your next soiree...
{ Jacket - Diesel | Tee - Joe Fresh | Pants - Jacob | Boots - Winners | Rings - H&M and Joe Fresh | Scarf - Unknown } I spent this past Friday through Monday visiting friends and family for Cana...
My favorite way to add a little sparkle to any outfit is with a MASSIVE ring (or two or three), the bigger the better in my opinion. From smooth and polished to roughly cut and textured, these conver...
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