My Birthday Outfit: Feathers And Lace ❤

"I am a free spirit either admire me from the ground of fly with me, but don’t ever try to cage me." -  Anonymous 

Hello Fashionista's!

I wanted to do a special blogpost to share the outfit I wore on my birthday this past weekend.  I am in LOVE with feathers and was searching for the perfect dress that incorporates feathers in a classy (not tacky) way.

When I saw this lace and feather dress featured on ASOS I fell instantly in love with it (ok well maybe just a little obsessed!).

ASOS Feather Dress: This evening dress is made by the ASOS Collection. The details include: a sheer lace top with long sleeves, fitted satin bodice, high waist, full, feathered skirt with an iridescent finish, and a buttoned keyhole with concealed zip fastening to the reverse.

ABOUT THE ASOS COLLECTION:  Directional, exciting and diverse, the ASOS Collection makes and breaks the fashion rules. Scouring the globe for inspiration, the London based Design Team is inspired by fashion’s most covetable trends; providing you with a cutting edge wardrobe season upon season.

ASOS Website: http://www.asos.com/

For jewellery I kept it trendy and chic and went with this 18-karat gold plated triangle ring that was gifted to me by an amazing Canadian Designer, Gloria Lee, from her fashion label Tissh.  

I had the privilege of modelling for Gloria's Fashion Show the same day as my birthday party. A blogpost on that event will be posted soon! 

How COOL is this?!?! 

Kourtney Kardashian joined Scott Disick as he celebrated his birthday in Las Vegas this past May 2013, and wore the SAME feather dress I rocked for my own birthday back in February 2013!

Birthday Hair & Make-up - LeSonne Bridals

I was lucky enough to be glammed up by one of my very close and extremely talented friends - Ruchika Verma, Owner of Lesonne Bridals based out of Toronto.

Ruchika has this natural ability to take the vision of what you want to look like and make it into reality. She ALWAYS makes me feel so glamorous and confident each and every time I walk out of her salon.

For my birthday look I wanted to keep my make-up neutral and chic and for my hair I went with big loose flowy curls.  You might have noticed from my previous blog posts the longer and bigger my hair is the happier I am! 

Lesonne Bridals Website: http://www.lesonne.com/
Lesonne Bridals Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/LeSonne?fref=ts

Here are some of my all time favorite high fashion feather looks: 

  

Boho Chic Headbands

Do you want an effortless way to get a flirty feel to your beautiful locks?  Why not add a boho headband and achieve that sexy and uber romantic look? 

Whether you have a casual dinner date or a special occasion adding this look will undoubtedly give your outfit an alluring, almost fairytale, feel. 

This simple do it yourself hairstyle is certainly worth trying as it is a look anyone can pull off.  Not only does it scream “boho chic” but it can be completed in just a few minutes.

Tips for Achieving That Effortless Boho Chic Hairstyle 

1)    Choosing a Headband Style: 

Select a headband that not only suits your personal style but one that also compliments the outfit that you are pairing it with.  Go with a simple headband if your outfit is busy as there is already enough going on your overall look or opt for a more embellished option if your ensemble is more simple and chic.

Remember this look works well with your favourite blue jeans and a loose flowy top or a nice maxi style gown.  That is why I find this particular hair style so versatile because no matter the wardrobe selection you choose it seems to virtually work with everything. 

 

2)    Hair Texture/Length: 

There are no rules when it comes to the hair texture and length you decide to go with when styling your boho headband.  Again it all depends on your mood and the overall look you are trying to achieve.  Whether you have long curly hair or a short straight bob it ALL works. 

As long as you pull off the hairstyle like you OWN it, it will look amazing on you. Believe me when I tell you that you will inspire those around you to give it a try as well. 

3)    Headband Placement:

You can choose to wear the headband just below your hairline or a few inches below it.  I personally prefer to place it just below my hairline.  I feel it just falls more naturally and prevents me from having pieces of my hair fall out of place and stops the headband from shifting side to side.

I also recommend using a few bobbi pins at the back of your hair to further secure the headband.

If your headband feels too snug or tight I recommend trying to stretch it out BEFORE you wear it, as the last thing you want is a headache at the end of the night because your headband was too tight.

Boho Chic Definition: Boho-chic is a style of female fashion drawing on various bohemian and hippie influences, which, at its height in 2004 – 2005, was associated particularly with actress Sienna Miller and model Kate Moss in the United Kingdom and (as "bobo" chic) actresses Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and Nicole Richie in the United States.

I purchased my studded boho headband from Forever 21 and it was only $1.95 (super cheap)!