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My Essentials: AS INK REMAINS

By Emily Smith


You know how I love rounding up my essentials for daily living; those special items that
make my life peachier and have the ability to change a frown from upside down…well, I equally
love knowing what products are on other’s must-have list.  Today, I’m thrilled to bits to bring you
the style essentials of one of my closest and dearest friends. These are the pieces in her closet that
make her a street style photographer’s dream!

Noémie McGovern is the author of fashion/design/art/food blog AS INK REMAINS based out
of Toronto, Canada and she is one of the sweetest girls you’ll ever have the pleasure of knowing.
She also happens to be recently engaged and has a super fun, inspiring and untraditional Wedding
Wednesday weekly feature, that fills your head with fabulous ideas – whether you’re tying the knot
or simply have a love of all things pretty! From fashion to food, she’s got you covered.

Without further ado, Noémie talks style essentials:

01 // PARKA: I purchased this Cynthia Steffe parka last winter when it went on sale, and 
it’s been one of the best purchases I’ve made in a long time. I can remove the hood, lining, 
and lower arms and it suddenly becomes a great spring jacket.

02 // LOOSE TOPS: I’m always into loose tops, especially now that H&M is fully stocked with 
them in every colour and pattern.

03 // BLACK BAG: I purchased this one while I was living in China, so it has a bit of 
sentimental value. I’ve gotten tons of compliments over it, and it’s the right size to carry 
everything I need.

04 // ANKLE BOOTIES: These are from Topshop, and although the heels are taller than
 I usually wear, they are super comfortable.

05 // BLACK SKINNIES: I buy mine higher waisted (I feel much too old to be wearing
anything that I can’t bend over in) and they are usually what I pull on when I don’t feel like
trying too hard.

How would you describe your style?

If I had to sum it up in a few words, I would say - “Laid back with vintage and masculine 
sensibilities – I love a tailored aesthetic but comfort is always key with the clothes I wear. “

Thank you so much for sharing your essentials with with us; I am smitten with those boots! 
If you haven’t yet been acquainted with AS INK REMAINS do check her out, 
you’ll be so glad you did!

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11 Comments on My Essentials: AS INK REMAINS

  1. Brynn {chartreuse and a twist}
    November 15, 2011 at 4:43 pm (550 days ago)

    These are perfect essentials! They make for such easy, casual chic dressing :) And I always adore black & brown together! xoxoxo brynn

  2. two birds
    November 15, 2011 at 6:11 pm (550 days ago)

    funny, i would say laid back with vintage and feminine sensibilities!

  3. NatalieCottrell
    November 15, 2011 at 6:21 pm (550 days ago)

    Great pieces!

  4. Noémie (As Ink Remains)
    November 15, 2011 at 6:39 pm (550 days ago)

    Megan and Nora, this outfit does say more girl than boy but you should see me in my shirts buttoned all the way up and big old sweaters worn on top. I get told all the time that I dress like a grandpa haha!

    Thanks to the lovely compliments, and a big thanks to Emily for the feature!

    xx

  5. Alexa
    November 15, 2011 at 8:11 pm (550 days ago)

    I love these essentials! So perfect for fall.

  6. Amanda
    November 15, 2011 at 8:25 pm (550 days ago)

    These are all great picks but that jacket is just perfection. I’m desperately on the search for something equally versatile. Love it!

  7. Bonnie
    November 15, 2011 at 9:55 pm (550 days ago)

    those are the perfect jeans, I need a pair NOW :) :)

  8. Gaby [The Vault Files]
    November 15, 2011 at 10:23 pm (550 days ago)

    I heart Noémie and her blog, one of my daily must reads! And I absolutely love her essentials, based on this post I think we have similar style, I live in flowy tops, and BDG skinny jeans are my favorite ones! ;)

  9. Jessica
    November 16, 2011 at 1:24 am (550 days ago)

    Love the bag, especially the little birds detailing (are they birds? they look like birds to me). I like your blog too, very uniquely cool.

  10. Aya Smith
    November 17, 2011 at 3:16 am (549 days ago)

    That parka is gorgeous!!! And after reading how versatile it is, I desperately want one!! :(

    Aya ♥ Strawberry Koi

  11. Yara Simón
    November 17, 2011 at 7:35 am (549 days ago)

    I’m loving loose tops and booties at the moment.