I’ve been out of the office since last Thursday (Apr 22^nd) because the 'Company' is going through the moving process – from the 23^rd floor to the 18^th. I’m never enthused about moving………just one of the few things I really, really don’t like to do. Today was my first day back (in five days), so I had a whole lot of unpacking to do…………and it continues………….hence, the chilled out attire. Like really though, lose the blazer, the jewellry and the booties, and I could be home ‘chillin’ on my couch!! J

Ms. Aikasha is wearing  a William Rast (by Justin Timberlake) black cotton/poly blend double breasted blazer, Brochu Walker ecru asymmetrical hemmed cotton/modal tunic, YMI  dark blue ‘jeggings’, Vince Camuto cream leather sling back peep toe booties, and Mazzini cream leather oversized handbag.

A cream rayon scarf, Aldo 'cat eye' sunglasses, chunky cream & gold necklace, and pearl/silver drop earrings accessorized today’s laid back ensemble.

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a Population multi-coloured raincoat.........

.........Tous hair calf leopard print and brown leather handbag

H & M dark blue skinny jeans, and Enzo Anglioni brown patent leather high heeled sling back pumps.

You have to know..........this coat is one of my faves......it just cheers me up!!

Note: So I'm all caught up now - no more winter clothes (hopefully) with the exception of a few 'hybrid' pieces thrown in here and there. My desktop is cleared of the cold weather gear, and soon my closet will be (again.........hopefully).

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a gold leather Vakko coat, grey wool and nylon blend turtleneck mini dress, Joan & David black leather ankle booties with shearling cuffs, and Joseph Charles grey leather handbag.

Black Gucci sunglasses, exaggerated fishnet hosiery, Portolano brown leather gloves, a rather obnoxious grey silk/rhinestone necklace and oversized sterling silver ball earrings where the choice of accessories. 

sometimes, even the most muted colours can come together and look pretty remarkable!

Layers.............

.................and hoods...........

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a Michael Kors black hooded down vest Margaret Godfrey black leather shrug, Moda International for Victoria Secrets slate blue sleevless wool blend turtleneck dress, Via Spiga black knee high boots and Pelle & Cuore black and blue leather handbag.

pearl earrings, natural turquoise necklace and multiple bangles  accessorized this mostly black/blue outfit

It's crazy how some of my best pictures DON'T have my face in them!! Lol!!

In my rush to leave the house this morning, I didn't have time to change my handbag - so I grabbed this scarf, and it just tied everything together - perfectly!!

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a Kor@Kor black blazer with built in vest, American Eagle teal skinny jeans with black ‘tuxedo’ stripe, Moda International teal cashmere one shoulder sweater, Manolo Blahnik teal “BB” high heel pumps, and Michael Kors pale pink handbag.

Awwwww……..the black blazer. It’s such an important wardrobe essential and just about as important as your favorite denim jacket!  

Etro gold rimmed aviator sunglasses, a strand of natural turquoise, single pearl and silver earrings, a multi-coloured cashmere scarf, and a large teal/purple/green Lucite bangle accessorized today’s outfit 

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a Ralph Lauren black wool blazer with faux fur collar, Laura Biagiatti gold herringbone wool pleated mini skirt, black & gold striped turtleneck,  

BCBG Maxazria black leather and suede peep-toe high heeled booties and Cuore & Pelle blue and black leather handbag.

Cynthia Rowley black fishnet hosiery, Coach black leather gloves and gold tone pendulum earrings accessorized this sophisticated yet ‘sassy’ outfit.

I always feel like a schoolgirl in this outfit (sans the fishnets, or course :) )

I'm still rushing to post my cold weather outfits............almost done!!

 Tip: It’s time to put away the winter coats – even though temperatures are peaking….then plummeting. A heavy winter coat just looks a bit overdone this time of year. Pull out a lightweight coat a layer over a cardigan/hoodie. You can always just “peel off” the layers if you’re too warm.

As stated over and over, orange is my absolute favorite colour!

.........so is black, green, blue, red, yellow, white, pink, purple, grey, OMG!......the list goes one and on........

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a black Bask waffle knit puff sleeved shawl collar cardigan, Derek Heart blue slate knit shawl collar dress, Via Spiga  tall black leather high heeled boots, and Charles Jordan crocodile embossed orange and ‘nude’ leather handbag.

Blue papier mache earrings, an orange fringed pashmina, black cotton legwarmers, Coach black leather gloves, and multiple orange bangles accessorized this day's outfit

Ahhhh! Finally - sunshine!! It's been two weeks since the first day of Spring and I must say it’s been unseasonably chilly. I still have a few pictures from the cooler days that I've not had a chance to feature so before I 'break out' the sun dresses and the sandals, I thought it best to post them (right quick!!) J

I bought these lavender Gucci  shearling mittens a while back and had the epiphany to make this coat and use lavender silk lining. So I did! Ms. Aikasha is wearing an original Ms. Aikasha  black wool hooded maxi coat.......

Via Spiga tall black leather boots..........Joseph Charles grey leather handbag..........Tom Ford gold rimmed shades
Gucci lavender shearling mittens............a burgundy silk paisley scarf 

I searched high and low for just the right buttons and was thrilled when I found these ones

the side slits purpose - walking ease and to reveal the lavender silk lining

Ms. Aikasha is wearing a BCBGeneration green wool military inspired coat, Forever 21 pink rayon long sleeved turtleneck, grey heather cable knit tunic, Joseph Charles grey leather handbag, and Patrizia Pepe grey suede high heeled down filled boots.

A long pink fringed scarf,
 dark grey cable hosiery,
 purple/gold leather gloves...

...a pink/gold bib necklace
and pink rhinestone earrings
accessorized this uber cozy outfit.

Ms. Aikasha is wearing an original Ms. Aikasha sage green wool knit two piece skirt set: drawstring turtleneck sleeveless top and long cargo pencil skirt with high/low splits and high/low pockets, Perry Ellis brown shearling ‘moto’ jacket, Tous leopard print hair calf & brown leather handbag, and Boutique 9 sage green high heeled booties

Tom Ford shades, bright yellow leather gloves, 

large wooden bangles.......

dark purple slouch socks, and green/blue/gold
 cascading earrings accessorized today’s custom look

I made this outfit more than a decade ago. The fabric is Armani 100% wool jersey knit - a pleasure to sew and even more of a pleasure to wear!

Not one winter has passed that I haven't worn this set since I made it

Tip: To avoid looking overly bulky in the winter/cooler temps, I find it doesn't hurt to leave the scarf at home when wearing a turtleneck or cowl neck dress/sweater/top. The end result is a far more 'streamlined', refined look - and we like that :)

HAPPY EASTER!! Ms. Aikasha is wearing her Identify cream coloured leather jacket, 2BRych off white “ballet” mini dress with deep v-neck and full gathered skirt, Gucci black suede bag, and Gucci black leather loafers (my latest ‘splurge’………and I absolutely L.O.V.E them!!).

 Natural freshwater pearl earrings, a pearl and gold chain necklace, and mini leopard print ½ gloves and black Gucci shades accessorized yesterday’s “Easter Best”.