TASHRIN

An ordinary day

2013-03-17T20:06:00.000-04:00

An ordinary day, filled with little things that saved my sanity and in the process saved me. Waking up with the sun on my face instead of the shrill cry of an alarm clock Reading and re-reading a much loved book instead of mindlessly browsing the internet Spending a late afternoon watching busy city dwellers from a cafe window Napping on the sun warmed sofa with my puppy just because

2013

2012-12-30T08:40:00.003-05:00

Do the things you are most afraid of doing.......it will save your life.

Music Garden

2012-07-02T09:00:00.000-04:00

One of my favorite places in Toronto is the Music Garden. Amidst the hustle and bustle of harbor front, this place is an oasis of calm. I go there often in the summer, to listen to the artists playing in the evening or just engage in quiet reflection. Wearing: Forever 21 Dress, ModCloth Blazer

Life lately

2012-06-25T14:11:00.000-04:00

I have a new camera and a very good one at that too! Life has gotten significantly busy now that I've graduated, but I have been taking little opportunities here and there to document the happenings. For example, a simple brunch followed by a walk in the park, fresh flowers and a new bottle of my summer fragrance. Wearing: ModCloth Dress & Sweater, Suzy Shier Belt, Hue

A simple affair

2011-10-22T11:20:00.001-04:00

Wearing: Zara organic cotton T-shirt, ModCloth Essential Elegance Skirt The last few weeks have rushed by unbelievably fast. This is my first time taking more than the recommended course load at school and only now that I'm halfway through my midterms, I'm finally starting to figure out a study strategy. To my utter dismay, I had to turn down every single fashion show invitation I had

Fall 2011 updates

2011-10-10T22:16:00.000-04:00

This fall, I've probably had to adopt a stricter budget than ever, what's with one course needing six textbooks and the astronomical prices of literally disposable textbooks let's just say frivolous shopping has been the last thing on my mind. It was out of sadness that I decided, since I can't shop for fancy fripperies to my heart's content, I would devote all my meager savings and birthday

Change of scene

2011-10-01T00:45:00.004-04:00

Sometimes taking a step back helps us see things....really see them. I have been away for over a month. The first week I felt free, like I was taking a vacation; second week guilt overpowered me, not because of the lack of posts but because I was not even feeling the urge to post. It was in the third week that I took a step back, I questioned my motifs, why was I feeling guilty? uninspired yes,

What's in my backyard

2011-08-26T09:00:00.000-04:00

Wearing: ModCloth About the Author Dress, Medal of Honour Badge in Owl, Owl Carry Your Things Bag; Ecco Kalac Wedges; Vintage Belt I know outfit posts have been few and far between after my move. One reason is definitely bf's hectic work schdeule, but another is the lack of secluded spaces for me to set up a tripod in this busy midtown neighbourhood. The day I took these photos I had to

Zoological thoughts

2011-08-18T12:00:00.001-04:00

Wearing: Forever 21 Top, Mod Cloth Essential Elegance Skirt I'm not sure I've often shared my love of animals on this blog. I have always had a curious passion for them, which my mother said I inherited from my father. After all it was he who tried to domesticate anything from wild monkeys to white mice, when it was just not done in our country. Most of the few charities I support work

Meet me at The Distillery

2011-08-10T19:00:00.003-04:00

Wearing: Chinese Market Skirt, Geox Flats, Forever 21 Tank Top and Accessories Distillery District is one of the few places in Toronto where the city has tried to salvage a fragment of its history. This is the site of the former Gooderham and Worts distillery and is now home to some of the best preserved Victorian industrial structures in North America. The buildings

Boot reckoning

2011-08-05T19:00:00.000-04:00

Canadian winters demand good boots, but flat boots with the right fit that look good with dresses and skirts are so incredibly hard to find. I have been planning to get a pair of riding boots for the longest time now. But after finally saving up to buy an authentic riding boot from Equestrian Collections I discovered even the shortest shafts are too long for me. I suppose nobody really considers

Lounging around

2011-08-03T19:00:00.000-04:00

It's been really gloomy here in T.O....feels like the warm, sunny days are coming to an end. The arrival of cooler days inevitably leaves me in need of comfortable and quirky lounge-wear. On a rainy/windy/chilly day, I love nothing more than to curl up on my couch with a mug of tea and a mystery novel in some cute and comfy loungers. Below are some pieces I found that require the minimal amount

Kiran, a ray of light

2011-08-01T19:00:00.000-04:00

Gifted and hand-made dress by Kiran Bajaj Sawhney Every once in a while something so unexpected happens to me that it takes my breath away. When I started this blog, I had no idea of the things that will come to pass because of it, and they still continue to amaze me. One example is this dress, I saw a blog friend, Kiran wearing it, and I could not help but comment on how unique this

An ideal shoe wardrobe

2011-07-29T19:00:00.053-04:00

For the longest time I've fantasized about my ideal shoe wardrobe! I looked at the library of shoes that is the trademark of many fashionistas and wondered, does one really need hundreds and possibly thousands of dollars in order to acquire an impeccable shoe wardrobe? The recent fiasco with another one of my spinal discs slipping out also made me really consider the kind of shoes I should be

Cooling down

2011-07-27T19:00:00.000-04:00

Gifted Top, Vintage Skirt Much to my chagrin, Toronto seems to be cooling down, the mornings are chilly again and the nights unusually windy. It seems like summer was here only for a couple of weeks. I'm literally planning outfit shots left right and centre, as it just hit me that all the outfits I was procrastinating on shooting might actually be left unworn if this continues. :)

Island in the sun

2011-07-25T19:00:00.000-04:00

Wearing: Suzy Shier Top, ModCloth Essential Elegance Skirt, ModCloth Arco Iris Flats & ModCloth Owl Carry Your Things Bag In the summer one of the most challenging things is finding a quiet place to go to. People are out and about on the streets and almost all the beautiful places are busy....well all except a few.....especially on a weekday. The boy and I spent a few hours in such a location

Live life with less but only the very best

2011-07-22T19:00:00.061-04:00

This summer, my main goal is to live my life. Being creative with my income, I have secured myself enough time to truly enjoy the glorious summer days and the festivities Toronto has to offer. The second part of this goal is to take better care of my mind and body. For three years now I have been using only natural body care products. I swear by Lush, Dr. Teal, Burt's Bees and Lavanilla.

Owl carry your things

2011-07-18T12:00:00.000-04:00

Wearing: Vintage Skirt, Forever 21 Basic Knit Tank, ModCloth Owl Carry Your Things Bag and Flower Pin by Angee W. on Etsy Summer is raging in Toronto and I am barely alive. It is so hot outside that all my plans of frolicking around is melting away as I sit panting on my balcony with Rishi. But no.....honestly speaking I could not be happier. I just started yoga classes at Moksha Yoga

On a quest for happiness

2011-07-15T19:00:00.010-04:00

It all started with my desire to be happy. I come from a background of mostly chronically dissatisfied people. Growing up I was heavily influenced by this tendency and always craved for more. I was deemed ambitious and attained every single goal I set never pausing a second to savor the moment of victory. Until last year. Last summer I was reading a book about being thankful. This was a very

Such a pleasant surprise

2011-07-13T19:00:00.003-04:00

Wearing: Gifted Top, Vintage Skirt, Roberto Vianni Wedges I'm a big believer in destiny. Otherwise I would have done what any sensible person would, immediately buy a new one, when my trusted Chi Turbo Flat Iron broke down after serving me faithfully for three years. But for some reason, I did not and resorted to pre-historic means of making my hair behave in this sweltering heat. On day 3

Jumping on the bandwagon

2011-07-11T12:00:00.001-04:00

Wearing: Forever 21 tribal print Jumper, Ecco Kalac Wedges, Vintage Belt I love how exotic and stylish this simple one-piece makes me feel. I was very hesitant to try them on, because I feared they may be unflattering and awkward. But I was wrong on both counts. They are perfect for a weekend when one intends to consume plenty of Pho (i.e needs an expandable waisted attire) and still wants to

Flower of the earth

2011-07-09T19:00:00.003-04:00

Wearing: Anthropologie Geofleur Cardigan, Forever 21 basic knit Tank, Vintage Belt, Ardene Accessories, ModCloth Arco Iris Flat from Ego & Greed It seldom happens that every single item in an outfit of mine is an absolute favorite. This was such an occasion. It leaves one with a feeling of utmost happiness and confidence, as was in my case as I twirled and danced my way about the historic house

Color my world Zarna Surti !!!

2011-07-07T19:00:00.000-04:00

Zarna Surti, from Zarna's Runway is a Nashville based musician/ stylist whose is the kind of style I want to have when I grow up. Originally from India, Zarna wears colors, prints and patterns like no other lady I know and her style is a perfect blend of Bollywood fantasy and high fashion. To learn a few tricks of her trade, I recently asked Zarna a few questions about her style. Zarna

Pride weekend

2011-07-05T07:00:00.004-04:00

Pride Parade is probably the biggest cultural event in Canada. On Sunday 1 million people from Toronto and all over Canada attended this celebration of freedom and expression. It literally seemed like every single person in Toronto was on the streets in the sweltering heat, well everyone except the mayor, Rob Ford, who was safely tucked away up north in his cottage. Let's just say he doesn't

Red and white

2011-06-30T07:00:00.003-04:00

Wearing: Forever 21 Gauze Tunic, Vintage Skirt, Payless Shoe Source Peeptoe Anklestraps Tomorrow is Canada Day. I'm most likely going to spend the entire day at Ashbridge's Bay on this rare holiday and hopefully catch the fireworks at Ontario Place. On another note, this gauze tunic is the universe's answer to my prayer for a perfect summer ivory top. It's probably going to be a love affair for