Crimson Rosella

Kirstin from Crimson Rosella shares with us her love of Australia, passion for potato chips and how she dresses for a day of teaching.

1. Tell us 3 things about yourself.
I’m currently in Teachers College, I have a six year old sister and I am a night owl.

2. How would you describe your style?
Eclectic, delicate and artistic.

3. What's your favorite outfit you've ever worn?
I wore trousers, a printed t-shirt, a polka dot cardi and a leopard scarf tied around my hair (see here). I liked the subtle mixing of prints. 

4. What are your favorite things about living in Canada?
It has great beauty, is so multi-cultural and when we travel other countries love us.

5. Your makeup always looks immaculate, what are your beauty must haves?
“Maybelline Line Stiletto” for the perfect winged eyeliner, Bare Escentuals foundation and blush. I am a sucker for M.A.C but I stick to eye shadow and lipstick from there as I found their foundation was not kind to my skin.

6. Who most inspires your fashion style?
Your average personal style bloggers give me the most inspiration, there is nothing like seeing regular clothes on regular people to get inspired for remixing pieces. I am inspired by so many gorgeous bloggers, it is hard to pick just a couple!

7. Describe your perfect day...
A shopping day with my mom! Obviously, with loads of amazing sales! Our favourite way to spend time together is to go to many malls in one day and find the best deals we can.

8. Your post series ' Teacher Style File' is awesome, what are your tips for choosing work appropriate but still stylish and fun clothing?
I have found that buying fun but dressy and modest outfit pieces makes get dressed for work much easier. I try to veer away from the classic black pencil skirt and go for a-lines, pleats and high-waisted trousers. Having patterned cardigans are also great for adding pizzazz to a simple outfit. As I can’t walk well in heels, I find that oxfords are comfortable for the long hours I spend standing. My “teacher style” has paid off as my students and colleagues often comment on my stylish outfits.

9. What are your favorite movies for costume?
I adore “Marie Antoinette”, “Pride and Prejudice” and “Factory Girl”. I clearly don’t love one era alone! I just love the decadence of “Marie Antoinette”.

10. You have an amazing collection of rings, which is your favorite and why?
My favourite is my opal ring that I got right before I left Australia. I bought it as a souvenir to remind me of my amazing year there. It will also be such a great piece to have forever.

11. You've recently been doing lots of travelling, where was your favorite place and why?
Well recently I lived in Australia for a year, travelled to New Zealand and Fiji. My favourite place would have to be a place in Australia called “Lady Musgrave Island” which is in Queensland. My boyfriend and I took a road trip there in a little van that we camped in. The island was full of gorgeous coral, turtles and is part of the Great Barrier Reef. Living there was such an amazing experience and I will always have a soft spot for Australia.

12. What is your favorite food?
Well, I must admit I am not the healthiest eater. I really try but I always crave carbs. As a result, my greatest weakness is potato chips. I love any flavour and have a difficult time not eating the whole bag!