My journey to Minimalism

My husband will laugh when he reads this. I’m not naturally a minimalist and by no means have I become one. As with all things, I’m a work in progress. But I aspire to one day arrive at a place where I live with only what I need and love, nothing more. My husband is…

Passport 2 Freedom

Fall fashion! We all love it! But as a Summer girl at heart, I’m always seeking out new and creative ways to extend the life of my Summer wardrobe while still keeping things cozy for Fall. Because we’ve had such a beautiful Indian summer the last few weeks, dressing for early autumn has been fairly…

Fallow Clothing: Made with Freedom in mind

It’s a beautiful thing with passion and purpose align. It’s an even more beautiful thing when companies of integrity find a way to incorporate ethics, sustainability and social justice into the very ethos of their business. This is the way of the future.  And I am incredibly proud when I can call the trailblazers, innovators…

Second Trimester Bump Style

As I write this I am currently 18 weeks pregnant and I can’t believe we are almost half-way there! While the first trimester seemed to last forever (thanks, morning sickness…), the second trimester is flying by. If it weren’t for the soft flutters that I feel against my womb in the early morning and late…

Growing Compassion: Motherhood Musings + A Giveaway

“To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow.” —Maya Angelou It is officially Spring time! Chris and I have decided that this is the year for us to close the chapter on our sweet tiny home and upgrade into a…

Eco Fashion Week Edition 10: Day 2

Back at it again for Day 2 of Eco Fashion Week! My look for this day was all inspired by a boho- glam, Spring Goddess vibe! I loved the Elle Playsuit from Maccs- The Label, a newly launched collection by Vancouver designer, Tessa Lindsay Garcia of Shop Maccs and Cake for Breakfast. I’ve long adored this…

Eco Fashion Week Edition 10: Day 1

There is so much I could write about the beauty that is Eco Fashion Week. Sometimes the magnitude of the beauty that I witness there is so stunning that words truly escape me. This year’s display of ethical, eco-conscious and sustainable fashion was no exception. Eco Fashion Week Founder and all around Girl Boss, Myriam…

From bullets to beauty

Finally a day of sunshine! After two weeks worth of wind storms and rain over the Pacific Northwest, spring is finally in the air! With the new season clearly on its way and our trip to Israel just around the corner, I bought my first pair of Birkenstocks last week, does that mean I’m officially…

Love Naturally {Giveaway!}

Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but I don’t need a corporate holiday to shower my loved ones with love so we are keeping the celebration going all month long! Living out love is about being present in the moment and the day-to-day. It’s kisses before bedtime and first thing in the morning. It’s my…

Happy Valentine’s Day

Happy Love Day, friends! As if we needed another reason to celebrate! I hope you know how loved, valued and cherished you are. 1 John 4:19 – ” We love because He first loved us.”   //All Photos by M&Him  //Hat by Forever21 //Shirt by Sympli //Skirt by Meaghan Esmeijer //Necklace from American Nomad & by Soko

Sweetpiece by Marjolein

It’s almost time for my favourite winter holiday (besides Christmas)! As a hopeless, romantic sap , I absolutely love Valentine’s Day. Give me candles, roses, chocolates and all the cliché “lovey- dovey” notions; I’m all about it! If you’re looking for a classy timeless gift for your lady or if you’re celebrating Galentine’s Day (‘Parks…

Style // Fashion and Compassion Jewelry Giveaway!

We aren’t even two weeks into 2016 and already my heart is filled with hope for all that this year will be. The first of my 2016 babies was born last week and as always, it was an absolute privilege and honour to serve as doula, witnessing the raw strength and determination of motherhood. Babies…