Unfortunately, I got hit with a very unattractive cold last week. While, in the past, I could have let it get the best of me, I tried very hard to be conscious of my emotions. I realized that time was going to be the only true healer of it and impatiently waiting to go back to work wasn't going to make anything better. I packed a bag Friday night and set up to my happy place, the cottage. 

I am very much a city girl, but every now and then it's really nice to escape the madness of the city and enjoy a weekend by the lake.

Emilia

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Thank you for reading! :) Let me know some of your tricks when it comes to staying on the right path in reaching your goals. 

Emilia

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I feel like I've hit a road block when it comes to organizing my life. Suddenly everything has gotten just a little more hectic and messy. Now I am hoping I'm not the only student who feels this way towards the end of their semester. 

That's why I've been a little sparse with my blogging. Which, I do wish I could put at the forefront of it all but at the end of the day, I've got my priorities shifted in another direction. 

There is so much to be done, that I just need to start. But where do I start? 

That's what takes up most of my time and yet... I could actually be doing what I need to be doing instead of worrying about it. It's completely illogical. My brain has always functioned this way, I've always been a worrier. And while I tell myself I've made progress, I do have moments when I slip up and all the worrying becomes a little too overwhelming. 

| Boots- Winners | Jeans- H&M | Top- Vero Moda | Bag- Mackage | Scarf- Vero Moda |

Maybe this is my way of throwing my worries out into the universe, acknowledging them and thus taking the first step to fixing the problem. 

All I know is that, as I'm writing this, I'm on my way to work and have decided to put my feelings down in writing instead of trying to understand how my brain functions and begin to worry about that.... Baby steps.

Well hopefully, I've made a little sense in this post or I've been able to connect with at least one other person. I hope you are all having a beautiful day<3 The sun is shining here but it's still pretty cold. I'm looking forward to the days when I can just step out in a little spring jacket and not worry about wearing anything that fits for minus degree weather. 

Emilia
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Weekends for me are all about comfort. Comfort, while still looking like I tried a little that morning. 

That being said, I don't think you can ever go wrong with some jeans and a floppy hat. If there had been sun, then definitely a pair of sunglasses to complete the look :)

While I may spend most of my time in a library, writing a paper or sat in front of my laptop, I don't think it should take up the entire two days. I've quickly learned that a few hours spent outside is probably one of the most therapeutic things you can do, and a night out with friends (without worrying about what's due that upcoming week) is how I'll survive my university years. 

Winter is finally upon us and the mixed emotions are real. While I could sit here and complain about the cold, I'll instead, choose to simply point out that I love what the white snow does for my lighting. There, moving on. :) 

To be completely honest, I fell in love with this coat because of the collar. The fact that I can step outside, in minus degree weather, without a scarf is pretty remarkable. It's a perfect length for the days I want to get a little more dressed up but don't want my legs to freeze in the time spent outside.

The versatility of the coat is definitely a bonus and I've been in need of something a bit more clean cut. Too often, I get sucked in to simply wearing my down-filled coat that...let's be real, while it's very warm, isn't appropriate for all occasions. 

When it comes to accessories, purse and handbags are my kryptonite. For some it's shoes and others it's purses. I fall into that purse category. Since I was a little girl, I always wanted to carry around my own purse or I'd go through my Mum's collection. 

Here's my very first video featuring this little beauty, I hope you like it and let me know if you enjoy the video addition:)

I hope you have a great start to your week and that you're excited for my first #MiaXmasPrep post coming up on Wednesday! <3

Emilia

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This week a friend and I decided to head over to the Old Port of Montreal and snap a few pictures. We couldn't have gone on a better day. The sun was shinning and there wasn't a cloud in the sky. 

Being in the older part of the city was very inspiring. I love going to places around the city I don't venture into often. The Old Port is this magical place here in Montreal that makes you feel like you're on a different continent. The cobble stone streets and old buildings bring you back to Europe and I absolutely love that feeling. Everything from the shops to the restaurants are unique and while the main streets are very touristic, you can venture out and discover secret little gems. Being there also made me realize the amount of restaurants and coffee spots I need to check out and explore. 

I went for a very minimalistic but put together look. Honestly, I find these the most flattering. I love finding pieces that fit perfectly and adding a few statement accessories to make it my own. I love jewellery, so I don't mind layering it on to complete and outfit. Today I opted for rings but it really depends on the outfit. Adding a statement necklace can also really work for this look. I tried to keep mine simple but still unique at the same time.

I hope you've enjoyed the pictures and the outfit. I'm always interested to learn about the different places in a city that inspire people so let me know which places do that for you:)

Emilia

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 Top-Local Boutique

Kimono-Forever21

Jeans-H&M

Boots- French Connection

Sunglasses-Aldo

Ring & Necklace- H&M

Bag- Mackage 

Hope you've enjoyed this little mid-week post and I'd love to know your feedback on the look:)

Emilia

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