Details: Fuzzi dress (thrifted), Noul coat (thrifted), Lena Bernard necklaces (eBay ad Poshmark).

Thoughts: I had heard of Fuzzi (Italian designer brand) before but this was my first time spotting it at the thrifts. I have a weakness for “collecting” new-to-my-closet designers, so I decided to take a risk — the dress looked tiny on the hanger. It’s a ruched mesh layer overlaid over a stretchy lining. The construction is *chef’s kiss* actually. It stretched to accommodate all my, ahem, assets and is quite flattering too. (I am wearing a size Large which is not surprising as this is Italian sizing.) I am generally not a fan of body-con dresses but I find that ruching helps me feel less “exposed”. Plus, I love wearing these long, column-like dresses with duster-style toppers. This Noul one will surely prove very versatile.

Details: Oak & Fort sweater (thrifted), DVF dress (thrifted).

Thoughts: Here are 2 pieces that seemed to have limited versatility in my closet — together, they work like magic. I find wrap dresses to be a bit of a one-trick pony in general, which is another reason I don’t tend to buy them. This DVF dress is an exception, and I got it mainly because I love the print. It’s also wool, which I prefer over the jersey material that DVF usually uses in their wrap dresses. I find it hangs better for me. I really like this dress but do find that it’s hard to style in interesting ways. So, it was a stroke of genius to pair it with this sweater, which I have also struggled to style in the past. The fabrics have similar weight, so it almost looks like they are one piece. Loved it!

Details: Moulinette Soeurs top (thrifted), Kimchi Blue pants (thrifted), Rafael Alfandary necklace (secondhand).

Thoughts: I adore the Art Nouveau-inspired pattern of this Anthro top. It’s so unique. It might be a challenge to style in different ways, but I’m going to give it a try. This outfit, however, was a no-brainer. Simple, but lovely.

Details: BCBG jacket (thrifted), Dries Van Noten dress (ebay), Copper Canoe Woman earrings (gift).

Thoughts: I pulled out two old pieces from my archive closet because I suddenly felt nostalgic for both. I like how these prints build off each other. The earrings were my piece de resistance — they are made by an Indigenous artist and gifted to me by my best friend.

Details: Ted Baker wrap (consignment), Moth sweater (thrifted); Lyssa Studio skirt (thrifted), Lena Bernard necklace (thrifted)

Thoughts: This is the kind of outfit I love wearing around the house. Easy, comfortable, but still something that makes me feel fabulous. A stretchy, knit skirt is great for that. Ditto cape-like, loose toppers. Fun, forgiving, and fantastic.

Details: Wilfred sweater (thrifted), Elevenses pants (thrifted), selfmade necklace

Thoughts: Another outfit with Big Lebowski energy, which might have become one of my main inspirations for “house wear” in 2022. Drawstring palazzo pants are basically fancy pyjamas. Add a comfy top and you’re set. Instead of a cape/duster, I added a statement necklace for that touch of fabulous.

One. Porcelain hands

I don’t know why. I’ve been collecting hands (preferably porcelain) for a while now. They’re not easy to find, which probably stokes the flames of my obsession. I have them displayed on my vanity. There is no rhyme or reason to it, I just love them.

Two. Improbable birds

Still obsessing over rainbow candy floss birds. I have no idea if these ones are real or not. I’ve asked my friend Anna to make me a pair from felt. It’s going to be a kickass Mother’s Day present for myself from my family (they don’t know yet). They will fit in so well with the ultra-eclectic miscellanea on my bedroom shelf.

Three. Sunflowers

Don’t know what took me so long, but I am working on some embroidery designs inspired by Van Gogh, starting with sunflowers. I am very excited for the possibilities here.

Four. English gardens

I am still working my way through Midsomer Murders (season 15 and counting!) but at this point, the actual plots are secondary; I’m watching for the homes and (especially) gardens. I am so excited for summer to come so I can start puttering around in my back yard. It’s not a true English garden, but I’ll be slowly working into transforming it into the closest thing I can. I’m also planning to turn it into an art garden — mosaics, fence murals, glass installations, sculptures, more statuary … it’s all on the table.

Five. Crochet

No explanation required. I am loving all things crochet, especially colourful granny square stuff. If I could wear it head to toe, I would. I can’t wait for summer, so I can rock the pieces I have outside.

Details: upcycled granny square sweater (thrifted), Acne skirt (ebay), J. Crew shoes (retail), BR necklace (thrifted)

Thoughts: My friend made me a sweater out of another granny square blanket I thrifted. Sorry, can’t get enough of this trend. I’ll be wearing it long after it falls out of “fashion” … although it’s worth noting that this isn’t the first (nor, likely, last) time that crochet has been trendy. I love dressing it up, like here, as well as down (i.e. more boho). And of course, I adore the colours.

Details: handmade cardigan (secondhand), Frank & Oak pants (swap), Oak & Fort turtleneck (retail), BR belt (thrifted), Tignanello bag (Poshmark)

Thoughts: Patchwork cardigans were all the rage last year (or was it the year before?) but I am still obsessed with mine. It makes me so happy to wear it, and I love finding new ways to style it. And speaking of obsessed, check out the bag. I just adore that chonky, compact design; the leather is nice and smooshy, and the colour is perfection. I already bought another one in yellow because I love it so much, and I’m looking for it in purple, orange and green too. Tignanello is pretty good quality (real leather) but you don’t pay a premium for branding; I paid $20 plus shipping for my little turquoise gem, and a few bucks more for the yellow one.

Details: Icone blazer, Tse sweater, Vero Moda pants (all thrifted), J. Crew shoes (retail), selfmade necklace

Thoughts: You guys know I am obsessed with this colour (in all different shades) so you won’t be surprised to hear that I thrifted this blazer solely so I could make this exact outfit happen. Well, okay, maybe not solely for this. It *does* have a cool shape that I’m really digging these days — I love long, coat-style topper in lightweight fabrics in a slouchy/unstructured style. This is not quite duster-length, but it has that vibe. It works great as a “third piece” in outfits; it makes me feel dressed without being over-dressed, if you see what I mean.

Details: Re/Done tee, Sweet Lovely cardigan, H&M pants (all thrifted)

Thoughts: My love of dusters knows no bounds, and includes coatigans like this one. Someone on IG said that I looked like The Dude from The Big Lebowski and, honestly, I’m all over that whole vibe. Yes, please!

Details: Rebel Sugar turtleneck (gift), Giambattista Valli x HM dress (Poshmark), Do Everything in Love cardigan (thrifted), Rafael Alfandary necklace (secondhand)

Thoughts: I’m calling this “meadow witch”, the second cousin twice removed of “swamp witch”. She likes flowers and all things soft and floaty, but also appreciates a bit of moss 😉

Details: Oak & Fort turtleneck (retail), Rick Owens tunic (secondhand), no label skirt (thrifted), Caleche by Anne Klein belt (thrifted), selfmade necklace

Thoughts: I wanted to layer the tunic and the skirt but one was overwhelming the other, so I decided to try some strategic tucking/draping and voila — a pretty cool silhouette was born. I added my moonface pendant to it for a little extra magic.