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Vancouver based freelancer Bria Lear writes a modern girl's guide to stylish living with sass & class. Fashion, Food, Lifestyle, Decor.

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Smitten For: Violet Hill Boutique

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...

Mar 23, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Swearing in the Rain

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...

Mar 16, 2012 Like

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Walt Street: Where Disney Characters Play With Pop Icons

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...

Mar 12, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Framework Magazine

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 hope you’ll forgive me...

Mar 2, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: Wishing for Wellies

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....

Feb 28, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Karen Walker Sunglasses

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...

Feb 24, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: Green, Nature’s Neutral

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...

Feb 22, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Awesome New Republic

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...

Feb 18, 2012 Like

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Logo Love: Logo Design Services from Wit & Polish

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...

Feb 13, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Kate Spade Spring 2012

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...

Feb 10, 2012 Like

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Chocolate 101: Aztec Playboys, Cocoa Chemistry, & The Brain’s Pleasure Center

(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...

Feb 8, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: Say it with heART

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....

Feb 6, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Elie Saab & Valentino Spring 2012 Couture

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...

Feb 3, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: 17 Valentine’s Gifts for Her

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 Tube, 6. Kate...

Jan 30, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Minnetonka Driving Moccasins

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...

Jan 27, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: Exotic Home Accessories

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...

Jan 25, 2012 Like

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Smitten For: Lollia Candles

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...

Jan 20, 2012 Like

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Editor’s Picks: Spring 2012 Pastels

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...

Jan 18, 2012 Like

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Taking Leaps, Following Passions, and Trying Reiki

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...

Jan 16, 2012 Like

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Back to Blogging with ‘Smitten For’ Fridays

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...

Jan 10, 2012 Like

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Updates, Changes, and Following Dreams

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,...

Nov 15, 2011 Like

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15 MINUTES + MY CREATIVE RELIGION

{ 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 about fashion....

Nov 3, 2011 Like

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PUMPKIN SPICE CUPCAKES WITH GINGER-CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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...

Oct 31, 2011 Like 1 person likes this

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LUCK BE A LADY

{ 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...

Oct 26, 2011 Like

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BRING HOME THE GOLD

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...

Oct 24, 2011 Like

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INTERVIEW WITH A (HAIR) STYLIST + HER TOP TIPS FOR GREAT HAIR THIS WINTER

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...

Oct 20, 2011 Like

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QUICK TIP 01: UNEXPECTED MANICURE INSPIRATION

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...

Oct 17, 2011 Like

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LET THEM EAT CAKE… AND LOVE IT

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...

Oct 14, 2011 Like

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FALL LAYERS + HOMETOWN LOVE

{ 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...

Oct 13, 2011 Like

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WISHLIST 01: RING ME FOR COCKTAILS

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...

Oct 11, 2011 Like

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Wit and Polish

Smitten For: Violet Hill Boutique

Smitten For: Swearing in the Rain

Walt Street: Where Disney Characters Play With Pop Icons

Smitten For: Framework Magazine

Editor’s Picks: Wishing for Wellies

Smitten For: Karen Walker Sunglasses

Editor’s Picks: Green, Nature’s Neutral

Smitten For: Awesome New Republic

Logo Love: Logo Design Services from Wit & Polish

Smitten For: Kate Spade Spring 2012

Chocolate 101: Aztec Playboys, Cocoa Chemistry, & The Brain’s Pleasure Center

Editor’s Picks: Say it with heART

Smitten For: Elie Saab & Valentino Spring 2012 Couture

Editor’s Picks: 17 Valentine’s Gifts for Her

Smitten For: Minnetonka Driving Moccasins

Editor’s Picks: Exotic Home Accessories

Smitten For: Lollia Candles

Editor’s Picks: Spring 2012 Pastels

Taking Leaps, Following Passions, and Trying Reiki

Back to Blogging with ‘Smitten For’ Fridays

Updates, Changes, and Following Dreams

15 MINUTES + MY CREATIVE RELIGION

PUMPKIN SPICE CUPCAKES WITH GINGER-CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

LUCK BE A LADY

BRING HOME THE GOLD

INTERVIEW WITH A (HAIR) STYLIST + HER TOP TIPS FOR GREAT HAIR THIS WINTER

QUICK TIP 01: UNEXPECTED MANICURE INSPIRATION

LET THEM EAT CAKE… AND LOVE IT

FALL LAYERS + HOMETOWN LOVE

WISHLIST 01: RING ME FOR COCKTAILS

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