Leather Love

Places to Purchase:

Sandals $60 - Zara

Slip-on sneakers $35 - H&M

Leather pants $58 - Topshop

Baseball cap $10 - Le Chateau

Leather backpack $65 - Le Chateau

Moto jacket $119 - Zara

Sam Edelman circus booties $43!? - Amazon

Leather anyone? 
Whether it's faux or reel I've been obsessing over the texture and look of this material recently. I think it all started out with me falling head over heels in love with black. Black jeans, black tees, black booties; all noir everything. It was only a matter of time that my obsession with the shade would lead to a romance with black (p)leather.

What really gets me excited is how leather has been incorporated into many recent trends. How amazing are those H&M quilted slip-ons? Reminds me of how much I dream to have a Chanel flap bag one day. And those lugly (an oxymoron combo for lovely and ugly) Zara sandals, a trendier alternative to birkenstocks, and an affordable twist on the Celine criss cross sandal. Lets not forget about sports luxe now. While this trend has simmered down a bit, (I say due to the blistering winds of old man winter) this Le Chateau leather look baseball cap puts a basic cotton cap to shame and also keeps your noggin toasty.

I had walked into Topshop the other day and found the most amazing pair of leather pants.  Up until then it's been super hard to find a pair that didn't crop on me, have a super low rise, or was all loosey goosey in the knee area. After almost caving into the Wilfred Free pair, I was super happy to stumble across this one for less than half the price. Sadly There was none in my size so I shall be hunting down every Topshop in the city for them. It's all good though, I love a good fashion chase. As it's super satisfying when you finally leap towards the item and realize it's what you've been looking for (then you let out a little shriek and look around to see if anyone has noticed your actions).

Are you in Love with (p)leather?

Holiday Gift Ideas

Gift Ideas by eyefourstyle

Ahh, it's the most wonderful time of year again ain't it? While your wallet may not think so hopefully i'll change it's mind with these gift ideas under $100! To be completely honest I was creating a Christmas wish list for myself when I then realized a lot of these gifts can be pleasing to some other ladies and fellas out there as well. If you're a last minute Christmas shopper like myself (that's when you get the best deals anyway!) hopefully these items give you some inspiration for that special someone.

Panama Hat - Urban Outfitters $39 // I've been on the hunt for the perfect wool fedora. Ideally a brim that's structured yet partially floppy like a sun hat. Luckily I spotted this baby last time in store and fell in love. The leatherette band with a buckle just adds the right amount of oomph to this piece.

Belkin Armband - Best Buy $25 // If you know anyone who likes to workout in the gym or on the street, an armband can come in handy for them. Not only do they hold your phone while listening to music, but many can store cards and cash while you're on the run.

Beanie - Aldo $12 // Whether it's for a girl or guy, beanies are an essential simply because they keep your noggin toasty. Since many of us live in black during the colder months, a heather grey beanie is a nice way to break up a constant monochromatic look.

Olympic Mittens - The Bay $10 // The first time I came across these statement mitts were during a game of greedy grinch (the dirty version of secret santa). I had stolen them from someone and sadly later on they were stolen from me. Since then I thought that they would make an amazing gift for fellow Canadians as we support our team for the 2014 games in Russia!

Sam Edelman cheetah booties - Little Burgundy $90 // If you are searching for a statement piece for someone look no further! ....Okay, okay these booties may not be to everyones liking but I find that many girls have at least a slight attraction toward cheetah print. Personally, I like my cheetah print in small doses. Accessories such as phone cases, scarves, and lingerie satisfy my girly side (and are also great stocking stuffers!). From the low heel to sleek almond toe these booties will add an amazing touch of femininity. 

Sam Edelman Circus booties - Little Burgundy $70 // I know, I know, again with the booties? Let me quickly just express my love for these shoes. They provide you with that closed toe warmth essential for this time of year and spice up your denim whether it's skinny or boyfriend. These booties also give you a bit of height but yet are comfortable enough for everyday wear. While they are a classic black leather, the elasticated back keeps things interesting.

Stila in the Light Palette - Sephora $50 // A neutral eye makeup palette is an amazing gift for makeup beginners (such as myself) and those who like a basic everyday look. Personally I prefer this than the highly coveted Naked palette (gasp!). It is $12 cheaper, the colours are well pigmented, and it includes an eyeliner! Now for my fellow winged eyeliner ladies you'll definitely love this.

Seaweed Cleansing face wash - The Body Shop $13 // If you or one of your friends have oily/combination skin like myself this should work wonders. I've been using this gel cleanser for 3 months now and it has definitely normalized the oils in my skin, alongside my increased intake of water. 

Vitamin E nourishing night cream - The Body $20 // As the months get colder, many of us may suffer from dry skin. Treating it at night with a thick night cream should have you waking up with super soft and nourished skin. Just like the seaweed cleanser, I've been using this for 3 months and it is currently my favorite product in my skincare routine. This cream is a bit pricey but keep an eye out for 50% off skincare sales which The Body Shop does regularly.

Moto pleather Pants - H&M $35 // Leather pants are so sexy (my boyfriend begs to differ). If you know a certain someone who loves a good leather jacket, they may also love these trendy pair of pants. The zippers add that extra bit of edge and the button closure makes it dressier than a leather legging. Even though my mother has already beat me to it, hopefully I get to style a pair one day.

Maxi Cardigan - H&M $40 // Basic cardigans hit your waist, while statement cardigans hit the floor! This cardi is a stylish way to keep warm this winter and would look amazing with that panama hat above! Oh and keep an eye out for the latest H&M magazine because there's a coupon at the back, wink*.

Hope you all enjoyed this! 

What are some of your last minute gift ideas?