Years before Vogue named Toronto’s Queen Street West one of the Coolest neighbourhoods in the world, Yorkville was one of the best places to be in the city. An area with luxury boutiques, celebrity sightings and cool new restaurants. Over the years, the Toronto International Film Festival moved to King West, and Queen East & West developed into the hippest new areas to hang out, with tons of boutiques, new clubs, farm to table restaurants with local ingredients, and so much more.
As a child, I tagged along with my sister as she perused the boutiques, and years ago we returned to Yorkville after a lunch date where I bought my first pair of designer shoes. When I lived in Toronto, we occasionally gathered in the area with friends for lunch and shared a pitcher of Sangria. After a meal in Yorkville, I was never quite satisfied until I had a scoop of homemade ice cream from Summers. Yorkville is also special to me because it’s where I met Tom and had our first date, and you know the rest is history.
So, as I started off the day venturing around the area that has changed so much over the years, yet felt so old and familiar, I wore this sweet little embroidered number. I stumbled through the feeling of disbelief having returned to this city, as though I’d lost touch with a very dear old friend I hadn’t seen in ages. As I passed by all the little spots that held a special place in my heart, I was overcome with emotion, replaying and reliving every moment.
I paired the dress with embroidered shoes, which first showed up on the blog here, and finished off the look with a vintage Valentino Garavani leather bag. This bag was purchased on a trip to Italy years ago and the leather is so incredibly soft and buttery. Pulling out old favourites is like reliving some of your sweetest memories; they often feel like they are brand new all over again. Ironically, perfect for this walk through memory lane.
I hope you all have a wonderful week. If you have an old favourite in your closet that you keep, I’d love to know! If you enjoyed this post, please comment below. I always love hearing from you.
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Xo,
Miki
Photo credit to my amazing sister.
Outfit: Dress available here. Vintage Valentino bag. Lace Up Heels in stock in the UK so you can get shipped from here. Also, more of a luxury spend on these Aquazzara ones available here.
Pretty photos! Love this dress!
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Thanks Violette!
Xo,
Miki
Love the dress paired with the floral shoes, so elegant! I always return to my grey maxi dress, it’s so simple and so basic but it works for anything! So easy to style up and so easy to go casual with! Will hopefully never get tired of it! Xx
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Sounds amazing. I love things that can be worn over and over again! Those are so classic. 🙂 Thanks a bunch!
Xo,
Miki
You look so gorgeous from hat to toe darling! I love this floral print and how you styled this dress with those shoes!
xx, Carmen – http://www.carmitive.com
Aw, thanks Carmen! Love this dress. So much fun!
Xo,
Miki
Looking amazing babe! Love this look x
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Thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
Wow! Your photos look so dreamy! And your shoes are to die for! I love it! 🙂
Jenn
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Thanks Jenn! These shoes are one of my favourites!
Xo,
Miki
You look just gorgeous. I am in love with your heels!
Fizz and Frosting
Thanks! Haha, I am too. Don’t tell my hubby. lol
Xo,
Miki
Fun to hear about the area. Sounds and looks neat. Your dress and shoes are amazing! I need those shoes!!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Thanks Amy! I love these two together. I COULD wear them with other pieces… but I love them together. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
Such a gorgeous Look ! Really like that dress 🙂
x Gitta // http://www.gittawitzel.com
Thanks Gitta!
Xo,
Miki
what a lovely post my dear
your style is so amazing and inspiring
simply love it!
lovely 🙂
with love your AMELY ROSE
Glad you enjoyed the post! Thanks Amely!
Xo,
Miki
Ok lovely lady, I must say the background and city here is gorgeous but what nailed this post was those SHOES!!!
xoxo, simona and indre
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Thanks so much! I think these shoes keep stealing the show. 😉
Xo,
Miki
I’m in love with your dress,
Emma
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Thanks Emma!
Xo,
Miki
What a beautiful look!! Love you dress, your shoes and your vintage bag!! I now follow you on Bloglovin and Instagram as you have great style!! Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
Wow, that’s such a huge compliment Susanne. Thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
This outfit is so beautiful! The shoes and dress were made for each other!
x Emily
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Thanks Emily. They go together so well, don’t they? I thought it would be overkill to wear embroidery on both, but I really loved it. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
So in love with that dress and how it pairs with those heels so perfectly! <3
Enclothed Cognition
Thanks Keri! That was totally coincidence, but I love them together! 🙂
Xo,
Miki
So so stunning! I love the matching print on the dress and shoes! Such a perfect look to transition into fall <3
xo,
aikocunanan.com
Aw, thanks Aiko! I’m so not ready for Fall though. Nooo. lol
Xo,
Miki
Beautiful!
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Thanks Nada!
Xo,
Miki
Toronto is one of my favorite cities!
Your outfit is just embroidery perfection! Your heels in particular are so fab, you look amazing!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Aw, is it really? That’s awesome – I love Toronto. It’s always refreshing to visit. Thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
In love with your dress and shoes! Toronto seems like such a nice city to be in, especially judging from your description of it.
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Thanks Deasy! Always love visiting, but maybe I’ll have to drop in during the winter just to get some snow. lol
Xo,
Miki
Great dress, you look beautiful.
xo, Maryam
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Thanks Maryam!
Xo,
Miki
Pretty outfit! The dress is so gorgeous and looks so cute on you! xoxo
Thanks so much, Ayaan!!
Xo,
Miki
Lovely look! Those shoes are to die for. I don’t have too many old favorites in my closet. I have a knack for cleaning it out too much and giving stuff away haha. I think my style just changes so much! Or many I am just super indecisive. 😉
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
That’s so good! It can be so hard to get rid of clothes somethings, especially if you are attached to them. I tend to hold onto items for awhile before I empty out the closet. lol Thanks Emily!
xo,
Miki
Wow this outfit is beautiful, those heels are to die for!
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Thanks Fowzia!
Xo,
Miki
That dress is BEAUTIFUL!! Xx
OliviaCheryl.com
Thanks Olivia!
Xo,
Miki
These photos are stunning and I want those heels!
XO, Jessi
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These heels are so versatile. Highly recommended them! Thanks Jessi!!
Xo,
Miki
This is such a beautiful dress. I love the embroidered flowers and the design of the dress itself. Those heel are so perfect too and not too matchy. Great look! xoxo, Christine
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Thanks so much Christine!
Xo,
Miki
Love the embroidered dress and shoe combo! Looks amazing!!
xx
Nicole | http://toogoldstreet.com
Thanks Nicole!
Xo,
Miki
I need some boldness in my life and this dress and you are perfection. I adore this! It’s so chic and interesting! Beautiful post!
Amanda | ASparklingStickyStyle.com
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That’s so sweet and such a huge compliment. Thanks Amanda! ?
Xo,
Miki
Love all the florals! xx, Erin – http://www.stylebythepeople.com
Me too ? Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
love how you styled every single piece!Specially shoes!
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Thanks so much Diana!
Xo,
Miki
Charming dress! And such wonderful photos!
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Thanks so much Anya!
Xo,
Miki
Wow…you look absolutely gorgeous Luv…xoxo, Neha
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Thanks so much Neha!
xo,
Miki
Great sandals!
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Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
Amazing dress, your handbag looks so cool!
xo
Thanks Carla!
Xo,
Miki
Love this outfit! I love the post too, I find that even small details change to my childhood location can make me mourn for my childhood, but it is also nice to see it grow and change as you do. Nostalgia is very bitter sweet isn’t it haha! If I get to Toronto I’ll check out this area! 🙂 x
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Thanks Rai! Aww, yeah… what I would give to be a kid again. lol
Xo,
Miki
So true. Growing is a part of life, and more exciting things to look forward to, right? Thanks Rai!
Xo,
Miki
Amazing outfit, all perfectly match, I love it, thanks for sharing, you look gorgeous!!!
xxx
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Thanks Nora!
Xo,
Miki
just stunning you!!
xx
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Aw, thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
I loved your walk down memory lane…especially places that hold wonderful memories! You feel like you never left! Love your gorgeous embroidered dress, Miki! And your heels, perfect! Thanks for sharing, sweetie!
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Aw, thanks so much Luci!! So hard reliving so many good memories sometimes, but it’s really special when you relive those moments, isn’t it? 🙂
Xo,
Miki
I hope to visit one day! you look so cute here! I love the double florals!
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That would be awesome. Hope you visit! Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
What a lovely dress! I saw it at the store and knew it had to be mine but they were all ripped so I have to wait to get it online. You look stunning on it and those shoes are to die for!
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I love this dress too! So, I went to the store today and they told me that it’s been sold out nationwide online in Canada, and I was kind of baffled, but should be no surprise. It’s a gorgeous piece. Can’t wait to see how you wore it on your blog!
Xo,
Miki
I’m in love your outfit. You look stunning!
Good vibes, FOX
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Miki, you look stunning! Those embroidered shoes are amazing! Seriously dying! Love how you paired them with your dress too — such a chic look!
I hope your day is as beautiful as you are!
xoxo, Vanessa
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Aw, thanks so much for your sweet comments, Vanessa! I hope you have a great week and that your site is up and running soon! I can’t wait to read your next post!
Xo,
Miki
Sounds like that place holds a lot of good memories for you. 🙂 I’m dying over your dress. My kind of dress for sure!! You look wonderful, dear. Love it! 🙂
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I adore this dress too. I had to have it as soon as I saw it on the rack. Thanks Missy!
Xo,
Miki
You look amazing Miki! Thanks for the fun fact about the area; I didn’t know that! Love the photos and your sister did an amazing job! xo
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She did didn’t she? 🙂 I didn’t get out too much with this family visit, but I stopped by twice. It’s actually busy with employees in the area, but I kind of miss that more night-out vibe. 🙂 Thanks Ann-Marie!
Xo,
Miki
You look stunning babe! Love all the pictures. Gorgeous dress and shoes!! <3 <3
Thanks so much Kavya! I’m obsessed with embroidered things, especially these two items. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
Love the floral on floral. So cute xx, Erin – http://www.stylebythepeople.com
Thanks Erin! ?
Xo,
Miki
Wow, amazing photos, I love your dress! so, Sophia from http://www.sistersandglitters.com
Thanks so much, Sophia!
Xo,
Miki
I seriously love all the floral!
xo, Christina
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Me too. Addicted! Thanks Christina!
Xo,
Miki
Love this look! 🙂
Love,
Christina ♥
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Thanks Christina!
Xo,
Miki
You´re gorgeous dear!
Kisses from Spain,
Sonia – Trends Gallery Blog
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Thanks so much Sonia!
Xo,
Miki
Wow! I love this post. You are so gorgeous and you’re stunning with this nice outfit.
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xoxo,
Katrina
Aww, thanks so much Katrina!
Xo,
Miki
Your dress is to die for! You look absolutely stunning here!
xo, Lora | http://www.cherrycolastyle.com
Thanks so much Lora! I’m loving this dress!
Xo,
Miki
hey very nice post
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Dress is so perfectly paired w/ those heels! Adorable.
Xo,
Itzy
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Miki, I just found your blog and i’m amazed!! Your style is on point, love all your outfits. Returning to see more for sure!
xo | cindy
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