Into the Wild

Greetings! It's the same old Samantha here, just a whole new face to this

blog. I've been wanting a cleaner, more minimalist look for a while now.

That and maybe something without the whole sexual innuendo aspect. So

finally, between the busy madness of summer, I plopped myself down in

front of my computer screen and got to it. I'm quite happy with the result,

especially taking into consideration my complete lack of any computer

skills. Goodbye, the Banged Blonde; hello, by Woods and Water. 

When I thought of my new blog name I couldn't help but think how fitting

it was. In a geographical sense: I have the Atlantic ocean to the left of

me and then all else is forests. But fashion reflects a type of living, where

you live. My style lately largely reflects my surroundings; if I am to spend

the day by the water I am drawn towards ensembles of white, blue, red

and all things nautical-esque, but when I'm near the countryside or forests

I go for neutral solids or floral prints. That being said, I'm wearing a dress

with flowers all over it so I must have been away from the water this day.

These pictures are from when Paul and I went to the wildlife park with my

brother and cousins several days ago.  All the animals were pretty cool,

but nothing beat my little duck friend - definitely wasn't camera shy!

Outfit:

Thrifted // Sweater

Thrifted // Dress

Thrifted // Belt 

Nine West (from my mom) // Satchel 

Spring // Flats

Stay a While

As I said, I'm a little backlogged. These photos of a trip Paul and I made

are from Friday. My uncle received some fresh crab for the fam and so we

drove to Margaree Harbour, which is on the other side of the island, to pick

it up. I'll never pass down a reason to make this drive, the scenery is just

too picturesque! Neither of us have been to the quaint town of Baddeck,

which is on the way, so it made the perfect place to stop for lunch. We

strolled down the bustling main street until we found a bench that over-

looked the water and we ate while sailboats passed us by. I think the

floral crown and bow added to the romanticism of it all. We're going

to have to come back and spend an entire day enjoying this town.

Outfit:

DIY // Floral Crown

Thrifted // Dress

American Apparel // Dress

The Red Barn // Fishermen Knot Bracelet

Aldo // Flats

Through the Fog

Another summer weekend has passed. By the end of the season I am

going to be in need of a super rejuvenating hibernation to get my energy

back that's for sure! I'm a little backlogged with my blog, so we're going

back a few days with these pictures. My little cousins have been visiting

from Toronto for about a week now and on Thursday the family went to

the beach for a picnic. When we decided to have a picnic it was sunny,

by the time we ended our picnic we could barely see in front of us the

fog was so thick. But there were no complainants from my six and seven

year old cousins who thoroughly enjoyed splashing in the huge waves

created by the stormy weather! Me on the other hand, I snapped some

shots of yet another polka dot and striped ensemble. Even though I've

had these flats since December I'm only rocking them now! I usually

don't shop at Old Navy, but for Christmas I was there buying their

fluffy socks that my sister loves so much when I came across these flats

for only $8. Yes, please. I mean, my closet is full of people's leftovers

and unwanted things that I can treat myself now and then, no? It's nice

to own new things. Not a scratch, loose thread, or crease in these shoes!

It's a shame that eco-friendly stores gouge people for I'd be a loyal customer

if only I could afford it. I have a feeling I'll be a thrifter for a while. 

Outfit:

Hat // Thrifted

Wool Vest // Thrifted

Shirt // Thrifted

Skirt // GAP (a gift)

Flats // Old Navy