Dainty Girl Fall Fashion Shoot

When I decided to start this blog as my New Year’s Resolution, I never would’ve dreamed that just six months later, I’d be styling and starring in my own fashion photo shoot.  It’s been a whirlwind blogging adventure since the first post on January 28, 2012 and I still can’t believe some of the people I’ve met and the fabulous fashion events that I’ve been fortunate to attend.

With so many talented fashion bloggers out there, I focus on what I know and love – the Toronto fashion and beauty scene, inspirational local entrepreneurs and most importantly, attainable, wearable fashion that allows me to embrace the dainty side of current trends!

When my lovely wedding photographer, Leanna Gosse of Lee Weston Photography, suggested collaborating on a fashion photo shoot, I jumped at the opportunity to work with her again! I’ve always wanted to let the stylist in me shine beyond my own Dainty Outfit posts, so this was the perfect time to feature some of my favourite local designers and the fall fashion and beauty trends that appeal to me.

I have alter egos when it comes to fashion. While I’m drawn to all things dainty, I have an equal obsession with soft, romantic bohemian styles as well as structured and shapely glam styles – my closet is a reflection of this as are my fall 2012 shopping desires. The Dainty Girl Alter Egos seemed like the perfect theme for the photo shoot; so I set out to style Bohemian Romance and Urban Glam!

I decided to focus on two of my favourite up-and-coming Canadian designers and their Fall 2012 Collections:

• Sarah Stevenson Design for Bohemian Romance
• Rachel Sin for Urban Glam

These two lovely designers made their collections available to me for the shoot and the vision blossomed from there. Fast forward through a few weeks of planning, countless hours running around the city pulling pieces for the shoot in my spare time (I have a full time job) and the shoot went off without a hitch – minus the fire ants and mosquito bites

Considering it was my first time playing the model and the stylist, and Leanna’s first fashion photo shoot – I’m so incredibly proud of the results! After 8 hours of shooting, sore feet and growling tummies, Leanna still managed to send me a stunning sampling of photos the following day. I’m blown away with these photos and can’t believe that’s me! It was super fun playing dress up and showing off such beautiful fashion. Hope you enjoy this sneak peek…

Sneak Peek #1: Bohemian Romance
Location: Tommy Thompson Park
Dresses: Sarah Stevenson Design
Jewellery: Biko Jewellery and Elle Hardware
Handbag: Sneha Varma (website coming soon)
Shoes: Calvin Klein and BCBG courtesy of Town Shoes
Makeup: Melanie Cruickshank, DaLish Cosmetics
Hair: Styled by Me

Sneak Peek #2: Urban Glam (with a nautical twist)
Location: Ontario Place & Ontario Place Marina
Dresses: Rachel Sin
Jewellery: Biko Jewellery
Shoes: David Dixon courtesy of Town Shoes
Makeup: Melanie Cruickshank, DaLish Cosmetics
Hair: Shannon Wilson, Redd Hair Studio

Sneak Peek #3: Urban Glam Night (featuring outerwear)
Location: Sherbourne Common Park Pavillion
Leggings: Rachel Sin
Faux Fur Blazer: Rachel Sin
Throw Cape: Sentaler
Jewellery: Biko Jewellery
Handbag: Sneha Varma (website coming soon)
Shoes: David Dixon courtesy of Town Shoes
Makeup: Melanie Cruickshank, DaLish Cosmetics
Hair: Shannon Wilson, Redd Hair Studio

Photographer: Leanna Gosse, Lee Weston Photography
Assistant Photographer: Jeffrey Chan Tin
Assistant Photographer: Aleyah Solomon

I can’t believe it’s over…still high on the rush of it all and can’t wait to share more of this experience and the photos with you! I’ll be sure to go into the fall fashion and beauty trends that we captured as well as the wonderful designers and vendors that came together to make this happen. I can honestly say that I’ve made some fabulous new friends in the process and can’t wait to work with them again! The biggest thrill of all? Supporting and showcasing the INCREDIBLE fashion and beauty of Toronto and collaborating with so many inspiring local entrepreneurs. I am constantly impressed by the creativity and innovation in this city. Congratulations to everyone involved and thank you for making this happen with me! xoxo

Stay tuned for more…