Super Casual/Super Chic

I find that as much as I like a glamorous kind of over the top outfit, sometimes the best outfits are really the ones that are simple and effortless. It's about going for basic pieces with an edge. 

This outfit only has 3 pieces, each of which everyone should have in their closet: a black top, jeans, and black pointed toe heels.  Since I already have a bunch of black tops and a few pairs of jeans I bought new versions of the things I already have just with different cuts and textures. 

If you mix and match your basic pieces you may end up wearing your best outfit. 

Major Kim K Vibes

This outfit was giving me very strong Kim Kardashian vibes when I put it on. The neutral colours, plunging lace up neckline, pencil skirt with cut outs going down the side...thigh high boots. There's literally nothing about this that Kim wouldn't wear. 

And yes. She is my style icon.  

In the Nude...Bodysuit

If you've gone shopping in the past eight months you know bodysuits are everywhere right now. They're being made in a multitude of styles, colours, and cuts. The best part of the bodysuit is that they're made to be tucked in to your bottoms. No more worrying about your shirt bunching underneath your skirt, with a body suit all lines are smooth and perfectly tucked. 

Business As Usual

I wore this outfit while at a presentation for a prominent law firm in Toronto given by a personal stylist/wardrobe consultant who I work with once in a while. The presentation was all about how to dress for your body shape (whether it be pear, hour glass, or an inverted triangle) in a corporate setting. Due to our location I needed to look like I work in a corporate setting but also show off my own personal style. 

I wore a metal silver choker for a trendy and fashion forward look and paired the statement piece with the most comfy black dolman sleeve top from M for Mendocino with my favorite high waist wide leg black pants perfect for an office. 

What's Red and Blue with Stripes All Over?...

My new blouse! 

I saw this blouse at The Gap last week on sale and it was interesting. I really couldn't decide if I liked it or thought it was ugly. I decided I could make it work and so I tried it on and was drawn to the fact that it was so different to most other blouses. The red cuffs are my favourite. 

Sophisticated Casual

I am a huge fan of all white and now that I own culottes I'm a huge fan of those too. They're super comfy but also look sophisticated. Even if I were to wear them with a t-shirt and running shoes the culottes would instantly make the outfit look put together. Culottes add instant 'chicness' to anything! 

 Blouse: Aritzia

Culottes: M 

Shoes: Topshop

Most Coveted Material

SUEDE 

 I've been all over suede for fall and winter this year. The material suits the 70s vibes of the season so well. Carrying the suede trend over to spring can be done effortlessly with a shift dress like the one I'm wearing from Aritzia . 

 Jacket: Forever 21 (Similar, Similar) 

Dress: Aritzia (Same, Similar, Similar) 

Boots: Asos (Similar) 

Slit Sleeve

 When in doubt wear black and white. 

Classics

 What's more classic than a trench, a little black dress, and a pair of pointed toe pumps? 

Rodeo Drive

Obviously my favourite places in LA consist of Rodeo Drive and the Beverley Hills area in general, Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, and The Grove. What are the two things they all have in common? Shopping and good food. 

I went to Rodeo twice during my visit to Los Angeles a couple months ago. First to have lunch at the famed Nate N Al's, I got the Larry King Matzoh Brei. I guess Larry King goes to Nate N Al's pretty often. The second time I went was to shop around and was also the time my Sister showed me a pair of Tom Ford heels I'll never forget. They are crazy cool, please buy them for me. 

 Taken from my Instagram page @tarynpotasky 

Beverley Hills Hotel

While in Beverley Hills I decided it was a must that I go check out the iconic Beverley Hills Hotel. I love the whole look of the place. It's basically like a pink stucco castle where celebrities like to hang out (I didn't see any).  

Sporty Spice

Stripped and White

London Town

Okay, so I'm not actually in London. I've never even been to London, but this little neighborhood we shot in near Casa Loma seems so London-esc. I love the white row homes with simple black doors. Its a perfect location for a simple little black dress. 

White, Black, and Nike

Running shoes are the epitome of comfort and style circa 2015 ladies! 

I've worn my Nike's so many times since I got them two weeks ago. Of course I'm still very much a  high heels sort of girl, but when I have the opportunity to wear my running shoes I wear them now. It's good to give your feet a break from heels anyway, and gives your look a more sporty feel to it which is super 'in'! 

 @TARYNPOTASKY