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There’s No Place Like Corsica

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I woke up Friday morning and sighed as I realized that I had another day of packing and travelling ahead of me, and you know how much I hate packing.

It wasn’t until I checked in at the airport, on my way to Corsica for a girl’s weekend, where I had a reality check. Here I was, living on the French Riviera, travelling to unbelievable places nearly every 2 weeks, and complaining that I had to get up early to pack and board a 45-minute flight. If that’s not a first world problem then I don’t know what is.

I don’t know when else in my life I’ll have the privilege of getting up and going wherever I want, whenever I want so I shouldn’t dare complain about such petty things. Every day I spend in Europe is a blessing.

Corsica is the most beautiful place I have ever visited – and possibly will ever visit - in my entire life. It’s a little island just off the coast of France, and has the perfect mix of island beauty and French charm. It’s also the most mountainous island in the Mediterranean.

Myself and three girlfriends rented a car and drove for hours and hours through the most scenic roads. From rolling hills to vast mountains and beaches, the views just never got old. The air was sweet and invigorating. You could hear birds chirping and waves crashing. In fact, it was a bit of sensory overload.

I hope that my pictures captured some of Corsica’s beauty. It’s one thing to see a still image of a beautiful place, but a whole other experience to be wrapped in it. I could not stop taking pictures. Every time I put my camera down and convince myself I had captured enough of Corsica, I would look around and be blown away by another panoramic view of stunning scenery.

Here are some of my favorite pictures:

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It’s hard to believe that April is my last month of living in France. I’m looking forward to travelling for a few weeks in May before I fly back to Toronto. Up next on my list of travel adventures is a road trip around Italy!

Until next time,

L.

Living In the Present

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Every morning I wake up and remind myself that I am living on the French Riviera. This reality makes me smile.

In France, I live more intensely in the present. I don’t waste time looking forward to tomorrow or the day after. Instead, I make the most of right now.

Recently, I started running along the beach. I usually hate running outside but there is something so invigorating about it when it includes a view of the sparkling sea and mountains. It’s quite spectacular!

I went on a day trip to Nice last week. I’ve been to Nice a few times but only to go shopping (oops). This time I did all kinds of touristy stuff – like hiking up a mountain to enjoy a breathtaking view of the city.

Here are some pictures I took in Nice:

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I’m excited for a trip to Berlin this weekend – minus the fact it will be much colder than it is here on the French Riviera. I will be visiting a concentration camp, going on a walking tour, and perhaps a pub crawl! Stay tuned for an update.

Until next time,

L.

Met Gala 2012

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Forget the Oscars and Grammys, any fashion fanatic would agree that the Met Gala is the biggest night for red carpet glamour.

This year’s Met Gala, in celebration of Prada and Schiaparelli’s exhibit titled Impossible Conversations, proved to be another exceptional night of high fashion fabulousness.

From feminine and flirty peplum to the Return of the Cape (after Gwytneth Paltrow stole the show at the Oscars), there were some celebs that deserve honorable mentions.

My Favourites

Solange Knowles in a peplum Rachel Roy gown.

Lana Del Rey looking mysterious and gorgeous in Joseph Altuzzara, complete with a cape.

Camille Belle looked stunning in an old Hollywood glamour inspired Ralph Lauren gown.

Coco Rocha rocking pink hair and vintage Givenchy – previously worn by Elizabeth Taylor. Not your typical Met Gala attire but I thought it was fun and fresh!

Their were also more than a few risk-takers, or as I call them:

The Peculiars

Marc Jacobs in a lace dress. I repeat: Lace. Dress.

Florence Welch in Alexander McQueen. I know it’s couture, but I despise it. It’s a weird combination of Big Bird meets the Christmas tree.

It’s hard to miss Christina Ricci in this ridiculous Thakoon dress that features an obscenely large bow.

Mary-Kate Olsen looking frightening and frazzled in this weird widow-inspired look.

What were your favourite looks from this year’s Met Gala?

Always chic,

L.

Stick a sock in it: an un-bun-lievable hair trend

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Last night, I went rummaging around my dad’s sock drawer.

Why? I was looking for the latest hair accessory – a pair of sports’ socks.

The sock bun, as the name suggests, actually requires putting a pair of rolled up socks in your hair.

I was in disbelief, until I saw this YouTube tutorial and tried it out myself. I was amazed by the results!

My only suggestion is to avoid using white socks. The white, especially if you have dark hair, may show if your hair isn’t thick enough or placed tightly enough around the sock.

You wouldn’t want anyone to know you have a pair of socks in your hair, right?

Socks aside, the bun,  typically seen as a glamorous evening look, is making daytime appearances everywhere – making girls look a little more chic and put-together – and you can thank the Kardashians for that.

Kourtney and Kim frequently model a variety of buns on Kourtney and Kim Take New York. Want the look? Just search Kourtney or Kim’s bun on YouTube and you will find hundreds of tutorials!

Try out the sock bun for starters – if I can do it, I’m sure you can – and tweet me some feedback.

Always chic.

L.

Ring a ting ting

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Making a fashion statement doesn’t have to be as bold as cutting your bangs into a blunt line or wearing those Jeffrey Campbells that you adore but are unable to walk in without teetering like you took five shots of vodka earlier in the day.

Because while you love those trends and envy those who follow them, sometimes they are just a little too much for you, a little too far outside of your fashion-comfort zone.

Never fear! As we are always heralding here at crazy.classy.chic, accessories are key. You can stand out just as easily with some amazing bangles, feather earrings, or – one of our faves- statement rings.

Not only are they glamorous and beautiful, but they are a highlight in the winter months, when our accessory focus must contend with long sleeves and chunky scarves- leaving our fingers our most accessorize-able appendages!

When it comes to rings, very few restrictions apply. They can be big, they can be small. They can be bulky, they can be delicate. They can be colourful, they can be colourless.  As long as they correspond with your outfit, and are worn in relative isolation (too many = too tacky), you’re golden

Favourites from our personal collection

.Chic, classy….and even a little bit crazy.

M.

*Besides statement rings, there is a new concept of ring-wearing trending: wearing rings mid-finger. Hmm…we’re on board!