13.8.14

DIY shorts

Yesterday, I saw the movie Guardians of the Galaxy. It was funny - the action scenes were a bit much; but bearable. If you would like to see it, opt for IMAX, you can't go wrong.

So, I wanted a casual yet chic outfit for said movie. It was a long movie therefore anything too tight or constricting was out of the question. I have had these retro high-waisted denim pants for years, they were one of my thrift store finds. Yesterday, I decided their reign as pants had come to an end, and it was time for them to be shorts. Cue 60 seconds shorts DIY! You will need a pair of scissors and steady hands. Barring steady hands, you will require chalk and a pressing iron.

Step 1: Lay pants out on a very flat surface. 
Smooth out any wrinkles and tug crotch up to allow pants to lay very flat.

Retro pants by Page One jeans.
Step 2: Using scissors, cut steadily across pant legs at desired length.
For unsteady hands, use chalk to mark desired point and draw cutting line for precision.

Cut straight across carefully.


Step 3: Roll edges of new shorts twice, to create a finished look.
If you would prefer a precise fold, use chalk to draw two parallel lines. Fold along lines. 
Use a pressing iron to keep folds in place.

Roll edges by hand.
Step 4: Pair with bright cropped top, matching accessory and go forth into the world brimming with sass.
Do not forget to be proud of yourself for adding a new item to your wardrobe, without spending a cent! xx

Blue Bowler hat: H&M
Yellow cropped top: H&M
Lace-up Boots: Topshop

10.8.14

Class act

Sometimes I play dress up. On a good day, you'd probably find me in denim and a ratty tee, a la casual chic meets coffee-laden 90s grunge. More often than not, I'm wearing black or grey (as the last post probably let on) However, some days, I'm all woman. Colourful clothing, hair coiffed, makeup on, and heels to the heavens. Why? Cos I'm a womaaaaaan! W-O-M-A-N! *struts off lip-syncing* xx
Shift dress: Old Navy
Nude pumps: Aldo
Top and dress: Bespoke
Floral accessory: Iris by hazel
Sandals: Qupid
Striped top: Old Navy
Black denim skirt: Old Navy
Fuchsia clutch: Old Navy
Lace-up boots: Topshop
Orange jumper: Old Navy
Colour banded skirt: Old Navy
Necklace: Aldo
Sandals: Michael Antonio
Top: Attitude by Jay Manuel
Silk Skirt: Bespoke
Cocktail ring: Forever21
Sandals: Michael Antonio

5.8.14

You know what?

I'm not even going to bother explaining these hiatuses anymore. I'm a bad person. I know. Please love me. Not good enough? Oh... I had school and a degree to complete, and final exams, and massive amounts of coffee to consume and even more massive amounts of sleep deprivation to contend with. Better? Ah, fab! I knew you'd come around.
What have I been up to? Well after, I caught up on months of sleep, I did this in the past few days. This one is called Blackout. It started out like a regular shoot, then I realised I have a TON of black clothing (naturally) and voila, this was born. Me likey! Et vous? Oh stop pouting and love me! xx
Headwrap: Thrifted
Suede blouse: Thrifted
Suede skirt: H&M
Bejewelled leather knapsack: ALDO
Black leather court shoes: ZARA

Felt fedora: Thrifted
Crotchet tank: H&M
Nylon blend sports bra: Forever21
Leather messenger bag: Zara
Pleather trim pants: Garage
Leather platform sandals: ALDO

Dress: Express
Leather purse: Thrifted vintage
Leather lace up platforms: Topshop

Jacquard jacket and halter vest: Bespoke
Black denim: Massimo Dutti
Leather tote: Cole Haan
Leather court shoes: Zara

8.6.13

Freebie: Queens for a day

Hey hey!

So, the lovely Mirabelle Eze (pictured above) is a finalist in the Miss Black Canada pageant (Huzzah! *champagne pops all around!*) and Petite Madmoiselle is her official stylist for the pageant (more huzzahs and champagne!) To promote this lovely dove, Petite Madmoiselle is doing a giveaway, the first of many! (keep those huzzahs coming!) What do we got you say? Girlfriend, sit back and let me holler at you. We've got a photoshoot session, we've got personal shopping, we've got makeup and wardrobe and we've got...wait for it...FREE! stamped all over this fabulous package (huzzah-gasms! champagne overload!)

Where? Where??? WHERE! Here baby, here: Saturday Giveaway

Click and you and your bestie could be queens for a day! Are you still here darling? You're already late.

Cheerio!

13.4.13

Insta-fab!

Petite Madmoiselle is finally on Instagram! I know, I know, took me ages but I got there okay? Don't be so judgey darling, it doesn't suit you.

Now here's what you're going to do, you will follow me on twitter (@petimadmoiselle), Instagram (@petimadmoiselle), ooh and Tumblr! www.Lepetitedetails.tumblr.com
And if you haven't already liked my Facebook Page, here's your chance: www.facebook.com/petitemadmoiselle (Aww, you followed on ALL? You're the sweetest!)

Seriously though, don't click like if opinions and fashion aren't your thing. I mean, it's cool to like the page and follow me on social media cos you like me, but it's even better to do it cos you actually enjoy my posts. Okay? No pressure!

I will find time to make more videos and post more on this blog, I truly will but until then, Instagram will have to do.  Stay fabulous!


24.3.13

I GotStyle therefore, I party.

Now, I don't party very often but when I do, I do in style. GotStyle Menswear had its legendary Pantone party this Saturday. As an esteemed intern at this esteemed establishment (why, thank you!), I naturally broke out my dancing shoes and pantone coloured outfit for the shindig. It was  a hoot n a half. And the after party was even better. Don't even get me started on the swag bags - pocket squares and ties, body wash, spa gift certificates, Tombolini, Haight and Ashbury...yes boss. I do party in style and if you weren't there, you missed a helluva part-ay! By all means be jealous, but do stay fab. xx

Full outfit. I brought some colour and some sass to the partay!

My beautiful compadres.

Full length coloured beauties. Pun so intended!

Le footsies, rocking those Michael Antonio sandals. Oh, the beautiful agony of it all. *sigh*