{Recap} The Top 13 of 2013

Sweats and the City

Another year has come and gone (what the what?!), and I'm happy to say that I learned a thing or two along the way... Like to always shoot in raw, understand that looking directly at the camera won't kill me, and it's OK to embrace change (see ya later, bangs!). I've also learned that working with friends can yield some pretty amazing results (I'm talking to you, SJK!) and that although I can do anything, I can't do everything... Is this what personal growth looks like? I think I may be ready for you, 2014!


Slouchy Sweaters
 
The Long and Shorts of It
  Sweatshirts + Florals
AiF x FASHION Magazine
 
Flower Power
 
Rain Ready
 
Ghost World
 
In the Pink
 
Watermelon Nail Wraps
 
Our Engagement Story
 
The Tell-Tale Heart
 
The Witching Hour

Thank you for your continued support, sweet comments and thoughtful feedback throughout the years � you guys are what keeps me keeping on, and I love you all... Happy New Year, lovelies! xx

{Life} Five Goals for 2014

With the coming of a new year comes the inevitable wave of goals, future plans and lists that follow, penned hopefully in those pretty new agendas we're almost too scared to write in. But so long as the 'R' word isn't used, it should be OK... Now I don't know what it is, but setting 'resolutions' is seriously the kiss of death for me � there's just too much pressure surrounding the word, and I've never made a resolution that I've managed to keep... ever. Sorry past Vickie, but took ya long enough to figure that one out! Goals on the other hand, now that I can get behind. So with that in mind, here are five things I endeavor to do in 2014:

1. Put my health first.

This sounds pretty obvious, but 2013 was largely spent in a carb-fuelled, sleep deprived state. This year I plan on eating right, exercising, uping my water intake and making sleep a priority, no matter what.

2. Become an adult.

Along those lines, I would also like to become a more responsible human being in general. That will involve paying bills on time, meal planning, visiting the doctor and the dentist more regularly, etc.

3. Think ahead, financially speaking.

I hate thinking about money, but this year I endeavour to put my financial house in order... And if that means no more Saturday morning visits to Shopbop, so be it.

4. Choose happiness.

It's really easy for me to dwell on the negative aspects of life or let stress get the best of me, so I want to make 2014 as pleasant as possible for myself and all those who are stuck with me... You're welcome, everybody.

5. Plan a wedding.

It's been a year since Mr. AiF and I got engaged and I still haven't even sized my ring yet � needless to say, I need to get on this whole wedding thing pronto!

But enough about me, what are your goals for the new year? Share what plans you have up those sleeves of yours and let's inspire each other to be the best we can be in 2014! xx

Photo by Maria Laliotis, super mom

{Recap} The Best of 2012...

Another year has come and gone, and I just wanted to take a minute to reflect on 2012... There have been so many changes in my life this year, from finishing journalism school and landing a job at my local paper, to traveling to my favourite spots (New York, what!) and, most recently, getting engaged to my love. 2012 has been an amazing year, and through it all, I've had you guys to share it with. Not to get all fromage-y with you or anything, but you're all such a huge part of what I do, because without you there is no AiF... So here's to another fantastic year to come, and more importantly, here's to you!

Happy New Year, my lovelies!!! xx