Tips on Spring Fitness

Okay…..be honest! Are you 100% satisfied with your health as it is RIGHT now?


This is the question I answered for myself a couple of weeks ago, and the harsh truth of the matter was that I am NOT 100% satisfied. Yes, of course I console myself through the self talk of: “I don’t look that bad”, “If I chose the ‘right’ clothing, my lumps and bumps will remain hidden”, “For goodness’ sake, you’ve had kids, give yourself a break!!” Yet in my heart of hearts I know what I truly want. It’s not even about size: it’s about me feeling good about myself; feeling strong; feeling toned; feeling energized; and not giving myself excuses and “outs”!


I used to attend yoga classes every week, what happened?  Oh yes- a conflicting job schedule. Well now I have decided that my commitment will be to me and my health.

Spring for me is a time of freshness, rebirth, revitalization, and rejuvenation of our minds, bodies, and spirits. With the longer days and extra sunshine, my mind and spirit have experienced elation. That left my body. As someone who believes in mind, body, spirit alignment, I felt and KNEW (as much as I wished to deny it!!), that I had to do something for my body. So I started the 30-day ABS Challenge (picture below).

In addition,  I re- started to do 2-10 complete sun salutation routines every day. Of course I wanted to see the results, not just feel the soreness, the next day, but like anything, a toned body takes time. I am now on day 7 and believe me; I have had a day or two already where I have wanted to stop!! But you’ll be happy to hear that I haven’t, I have persevered and gotten to the point where it feels good to be doing the stretches, crunches, and even the leg lifts!!

 
I invite you to start something your future self with thank you for.


Spring is in the air, and asking our minds, bodies, and spirits to come into alignment with each other.  What are YOU going to take on and commit to today?

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Enjoy the afternoon time in the sun

Looking for a comfortable corner, bathed in lazy sunshine, and one or two friends together to enjoy the perfect afternoon time.

I always have a lot of expectations for the afternoon time. Imagine after lunch, I came out of the restaurant and crossed a path, then saw the Piazza Navona was covered with slate. Three fountains decorated with marble sculptures bathed in the sun. People leisurely enjoy the afternoon time in the cafe on both sides of the square. Like a scene in a movie.

I sat down and ordered a glass of Champagne under the umbrella of the open-air bistro opposite the street. Looking at the pedestrians coming and going, as if the moment slow down, and then until the rest. Although the crowd is noisy, gave me a good feeling of time.

Toronto’s street style never fails to use its magical power to impress and inspire me. I guess that’s the reason we are doing this: style is where imaginations and items transform into unique styles and fashion. The deeper we hunt, the more interesting and impressive we find the street styles are, especially in a city where diversity is the combined in its blood and bones.

Street Chic will start from Toronto, explore deeper and wider to bring you the best and most unique street styles. So stay tuned and explore with Street Chic!

Spring Clothing? Here is all you need to know.

How do the longer days make you feel? How do they influence what you want to wear? What colours are you drawn to? What about the fabrics; textures; prints? Do we consciously even think about these “details” as we transition from one season to another, or do the boots and coats gradually get hidden from view and replaced with sandals, light jackets, and sweaters?

 

Let me share with you how the longer days make me feel!


I feel physically freer. I feel like I can do more things as the sun continues to shine until 8pm, and I can stay out later. In the mornings, when I’m selecting what to wear, my eyes naturally go towards the lighter, flowy, bright coloured items in my closet.

I blame the retail stores for getting us mentally prepared a couple of months prior to the appropriate weather actually getting here. After Christmas they are quick to showcase newly designed items in pretty shades of pastels, turquoises, and terracotta. And we can’t help but succumb as we shop our way to happiness in the anticipation of bright, sunny, warm days when we will be able to wear our purchases!!


Humans have a tendency to live the saying “it’s about the journey and not the destination”, so why not enjoy the scenery of new designs, colours, and styles as we journey into the spring season. And…. I would even suggest that you take the striking panoramic route which will provide exposure to different designers as we have access to what the entire planet has to offer through the World Wide Web, as well as the convenience of living in a diverse, multicultural city such as Toronto right at our door steps.

Sparkles from The Wheel

WHERE the city’s ceaseless crowd moves on, the live-long day,

Withdrawn, I join a group of children watching—I pause aside with them.

 

By the curb, toward the edge of the flagging,

A knife-grinder works at his wheel, sharpening a great knife;

Bending over, he carefully holds it to the stone—by foot and knee,

With measur’d tread, he turns rapidly—As he presses with light but firm hand,

Forth issue, then, in copious golden jets,

Sparkles from the wheel.

The scene, and all its belongings—how they seize and affect me!

The sad, sharp-chinn’d old man, with worn clothes, and broad shoulder-band of leather;

Myself, effusing and fluid—a phantom curiously floating—now here absorb’d and arrested;

The group, (an unminded point, set in a vast surrounding;)

The attentive, quiet children—the loud, proud, restive base of the streets;

The low, hoarse purr of the whirling stone—the light-press’d blade,

Diffusing, dropping, sideways-darting, in tiny showers of gold,

Sparkles from the wheel.

Top 5 most fashionable countries. Whose street fashion fits your style?

 Every year, the International fashion weeks are the carnival for fashion icons. As a result of this, both inside and outside of the fashion shows themselves are crowded by all different kinds of styles and fashions. Today let me lead you to see what the bustling scene looks like outside of the international show in 2017.

New York

During the 2017 New York International Fashion week, either inside or outside the show, fashion icons all gave us impressive and inspiring styles, such as long skirt, windbreaker and wide leg pants. They all are trendy fashion items in the year of 2017.

 

On the runways, every beautiful supermodel is competing for photos, while every fashion blogger is using various ways to steal the attention off the runway. It’s a party of fashion, (an intense one)

 

Milan

Milan is the city that has always been filled with a strong fashion atmosphere.  Milan fashion weeks, especially off-the-runway street fashion,  always gives us surprises and the upcoming fashion trends.

Through colour contrasts, statement items and details, fashion lovers in Milan never fail to show off their attractive styles, even outside the shows. With the street snaps capturing the unique Milan styles, it’s obvious that the vintage style is still on fire.

 

Sydney

During 2017 Australia fashion week, the biggest surprise was how chaotic and flexible Sydney fashion lovers are with their styles in different seasons. Fashion icons wear thin long jackets on the first day and change them to collared coats on the next day. At the same time, on the other hand, photographers are lucky enough to witness and capture all the interesting styles of all four seasons in just a few days.

During this fashion week, the Australian bloggers are back: Zanita Whittington and Margaret Zhang both came back to town and made their first fashion debut in a long time. Local fashion icons, Chloe Hill and Talisa Sutton, also gave us some interesting styling ideas.

 

London

Fashion icons continued to bring us fresh fashion inspiration in 2017 London fashion week. They are wearing different styles of clothes and charming high heels, converging into a beautiful landscape.

Supermodels and fashion icons in London introduced the Mix & Match of the street fashion as well as the sophisticated looks. And, THEY LOOK GOOD!

 

Toronto

Toronto continued the diversity of styles as always. On the streets of Toronto, you can see different styles from all over the world. Here, you can find a variety of popular trends and get more new ideas for your daily look.

With the right styling, pajamas can also become fashion. During this week, fashion icons in Toronto introduced the pajamas trend. They tell us with practical actions that it is time for fashionistas to wear pajamas and rock the street styles.

 

 

 Leave your comments below and let us know about which country’s street fashion fits your style the best!

Accessory Inspo: Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner is the quintessential cool girl. Known for being the most laid-back and down-to-earth of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, the 21-year-old supermodel is known for her perfect off-duty street style. True to her nature, Jenner keeps things clean and simple when it comes to her accessories, yet she somehow manages to put together impeccable looks that keep us guessing.

On Her Face

 

 

 

You can almost always catch Jenner with a chic pair of tinted sunglasses protecting her beautiful brown eyes as she struts down the street. Sunglasses are her signature accessory when it comes to adding a little something extra to her outfit and completing her look in the most effortless way. Her typical choices include the classic aviator, the flirty cat-eye, and her favourite Krewe sunglasses.

In Her Hand

Ever the modern it-girl, Jenner can often be seen on the streets with her phone in her hand, opting to go bag-less. When she does choose to carry a bag, you can usually see her with a simple clutch, a no-nonsense cross-body, or her favourite go-to black Givenchy with a quirky Fendi pom-pom charm. Her small handbag choices prove that Jenner likes to travel light and stick to the basics.

Around Her Neck

 

 

 

A self-proclaimed tomboy, Jenner isn’t one to adorn herself with the traditional diamonds and pearls like her sisters. Instead, she often opts for a chic neck scarf to flow seamlessly with the rest of her look or to provide a statement pop of colour. Always on-trend, Jenner also rocks the modern choker necklace with ease, whether it’s in leather, velvet, or silver. Achieve the same look with some simple, classic, minimalistic jewelry.

Photos from: Harper’s Bazaar

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