Challenge Complete - Our 31 Day Minimalist Mission
Our Grand Finale! Here's a quick recap on the outcome of our 31 Day Challenge. THANK YOU to all who supported us along the journey. Check out our blog this week with tips for maximizing your wardrobe with less.
Workout Style Favorites: Athletic Wear that Goes the Distance
When it comes to workout wear, it should be sleek, simple and most of all comfortable. Forget the fancy bells and whistles, we skew toward items that are functional without sacrificing style - because we all have days when workout wear becomes our outfit.
Check out our latest Pinterest Board of athletic wear for men and women that goes the distance and stands up to style.
Do you have any go-to brands for working out? Share them in the comments!
When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink? This Article May Surprise you!
Guys, if you think adding too much pink to your wardrobe is taboo, think again! Smithsonian Magazine's article "When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink? is a fascinating history of color and gender... it may surprise you!
Behind the Scenes: High Style Exhibit
Every month the Canvas team plans an offsight for inspiration and general wellness. It's a great time to step away from the racks and focus on the Canvas big picture.
This month we knew we had to check out the High Style exhibit at the Legion of Honor in SF. The setting of the museum is stunning and always a welcome backdrop to the beauty inside (not to mention Megan had never been before!).
The collection on display is from the Brooklyn museum (now living at the Met in NYC) and contains 90 of the most important fashion pieces and accessories from 1910-1980.
Check out the photos below for some of our favorite pieces. We "ooh'd and ahh'd" our way through the exhibit and were beyond inspired by the grace, elegance and panche of the designs. So many have of these pieces have influenced designers and remain surprisingly relevant to today's fashion!
A great quote by Charles James.
This red dress was a showstopper.
These dresses from the 1920's were the first pieces we saw when we walked in.
Charles James "Clover Leaf" ball gown, 1953. Silk, satin, faille, shantung with lace.
You wouldn't believe how much this weighs!
This lace gown was breathtaking.
We loved the detailing in the back. Especially the folded down sections at the top.
Elsa Schiaparelli. Dress, Winter 1937-1938. We couldn't get over how bold and before her time Schiaparelli's designs were. Her use of emerging materials (plastics) and custom designed textiles were a testament to her treatment of fashion as an artistic expression. This green number particularly caught our eye. The wood-grain printed fabric is underlaid with gold to mimic a tree and beautiful juxtaposed with a industrial zipper up the back.
Made of cotton jersey with detailed draping, this was one of our favorites.
Christian Dior sequin dress.
Pietro Yantorny,Twelve Pairs of Shoes,1914
Going Green: Easy DIY Aloe Vera Skincare
At our weekly Canvas meeting, we were talking about some of our favorite skincare hacks for when the summer heat hits. Kimberly likes to keep her face masks in the fridge so that they are cool when she puts them on (love this idea!).
For me it's all about my Nana's homemade aloe recipe. Aloe is known for its healing, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, which keeps pores clean, moisturizers and precent oiliness and can slow down the signs of aging. I remember being a little girl and her putting the aloe soaked pads over our eyes for a little bit of pampering. This recipe is simple, quick and incredibly soothing. Plus, it leaves your skin glowing!
Ingredients:
- Aloe plant (Aloe Barbadensis in the most popular and widely used variety of aloe vera)
- Distilled water
- Cotton makeup pads
- Resealable glass jar or plastic container
Directions:
Break off a 2-3 aloe vera leaves and slit down the middle (don't cut all the way through). Place in a small pot and fill with enough distilled water so that the leaves are covered - usually about 1-2 cups is plenty. Very slowly bring the water to a gentle boil and then turn down the heat and allow to simmer for several minutes. The water may change color slightly - that's ok. Remove from heat and let the liquid cool. Remove the leaves and strain the liquid into a glass jar or plastic container filled with cotton makeup pads (baby food jars work great for this!).
Place in the fridge and use the pads for puffy eyes, sunburns, irritated skin or as a daily toner all over your face. The liquid will stay good in your fridge for up to 10 days. You can also pour the extra into ice cube trays and freeze for later.
We want to hear your favorite DIY skincare recipes!
Best Foot Forward - Comfy Flats that Don't Skimp on Style
Living in a city means a LOT of walking. Between running around stores, running to stores and of course running to meet friends for dinner or drinks, it's easy to rack up to 5 miles of walking in a day (if not more!). Having to put my heels on hold for something more practical, I'm always on the hunt for cute, comfy flats that won't leave my feet in pain at the end of the day.
These Enzo Angiolini stud flats have become an absolute favorite! I have never gotten more compliments on a shoe and have recommended them to clients and friends who have fallen in love with them too!
Enzo Angiolini Ayaki Flat, $59.99
Metallic shoes are super popular right now and an easy way to add a pop to any outfit. These Nicholas Kirkwood flats are my current shoe-obsession. Just look at the detail on the heel!
So I am curious... what are your go-to shoes for comfort and style?
Stay stylish,
Megan
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Real Talk on the 31 Days of Style Challenge
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. We are halfway through the week and halfway through our 31 Days of Style Challenge! Here's our recap on how we are REALLY doing...
Made In The USA - Menswear Brands Worth Lusting After
The 4th of July may be over... but we are still celebrating the red, white and blue with some of our favorite menswear brands that are made right here in the USA. These companies stay dedicated to making quality American-made products that are totally lust-worthy in our eyes.
1. Filson - They're most popular for their waxed canvas bags (great for both men and women!), but they also make jackets, leather goods and clothing.
2. Buck Mason - We love how their denim, but all of their clothing stands out for being subtle, cool and effortless.
3. Billy Kirk - A personal favorite of Megan's, Billy Kirk's handmade leather items only get better with time. Plus their customer service is out of this world!
Our First Podcast! Beyond Style: A quick chat with the ladies of Canvas Styling
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with a personal stylist? Have you wanted to know the best of what is out there in fashion and style? We thought we'd experiment with a new outlet for fashion on the go -- podcasting.
Every month we'll be featuring a new topic in a Q&A format with other local industry experts to bring you the best of what is happening in the world of style without having to sift through racks or product shelves.
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST
(You can also follow us on SoundCloud... simply search for "Canvas Styling". We may have left you a little surprise lightening session to check out on what you should have in your closet right now!)