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Speaking of socks.  I've never worn anything so nutty on my feet in my life, but I'm feeling kind of wacky and adventurous, and these Strathcona Stockings with my new boots might be just the thing to scratch that itch without getting a piercing.

Canadian artist/designer Ryley O'Byrne makes wild handprinted stockings, available through her website and etsy, and I think I may have to get a pair.  Or a three-pack.  And it's not just the designs that are crazy; this photo from her lookbook just cracked me up and made me want some of her work even more:

Awesome.  More of her covetable socks...

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I recently tried on and fell in love with this tailored wool riding jacket from Smythe.   This happens to me often with outerwear from this amazing Canadian label.  (I swear, it's just a coincidence, it's not like I'm Canada-crazy or anything.)  They do other things too, but in my mind it's the jackets and the coats that are really stellar, and I am smitten pretty much every season.  This season's no different.

Just look at that oversized jacket with tails.  Insane, right?  How can something be so cozy and tough and elegant and tailored and effortless all at the same time?  Check out more perfect outerwear from their fall 2012 collection...

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More from Vancouver!  How pretty is this city?   (And how excited was I to see Canada geese in Canada?  Disproportionately so, I'd say.)

A huge oak tree planted on top of a condo building, a joyous decked out bicycle, and two giddy tourists (yup, that's us), this city charmed us completely.  See more of my favorite Vancouver moments and recommendations after the jump...
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On Granville Island (Vancouver) we popped into a dual purpose First Nations gallery/tourist trap shop that had some irresistible souvenirs.  We snapped up a few temporary tattoos, which of course we had to apply right away.

I don't have any permanent ink but I find myself constantly pinning lovely tattoos and I have to say, having this sweet bird on my wrist makes me feel pretty darned good.  Not saying I'm going to do it, but I am saying that I may just get hooked on temporary tattoos to scratch that itch.  This of course led me on a great big hunt, and I found some real beauties.

check them out after the jump...

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I'm back from my trip to Vancouver and I have to say the city is truly stunningly beautiful.  I'm organizing my thoughts (and the few photos I managed to take) for more posts next week, but wanted to start sharing with you some of my big discoveries.  Like local backpack company Herschel Supply Co. Brand.  I've seen their goods online and always been intrigued, but in person you can see how really special they are.  Built super solid and sturdy, they are also ridiculously comfortable on, and beautifully designed. 

Usually when a lookbook is this tastefully done it tells you something about the brand ethos, and Herschel is no exception.  Way to make a utilitarian backpack sexy and totally covetable!

more beautiful lookbook shots and my favorite bags after the jump...
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Husband and I are getting out of foggy San Francisco for a few days and heading to bluer skies in Vancouver.  I've never been to Canada, and am beyond excited about seeing what might be one of the most beautiful cities ever.  (No offense, Istanbul, I still love you)

images from stare and go2it

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