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    part I/II: ourMode spring/summer 2013 lookbook

    When photographer Samantha of Samantha Clarke Photography approached us about collaborating on a Spring Lookbook shoot, a first for ourMode, clearing our schedules was a no-brainer. Not only did Samantha want to showcase this season’s trends, but wanted to do so by capturing a sense of movement. This meant we were encouraged to run, jump, and everything in between. Seriously, we had way too much fun! So what makes this Lookbook different our other shoots like this one, or this one is that we’re putting together a complete series of photos that highlight current trends. So what IS in vogue this spring and looking ahead to summer? In part one…

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    spring ’13 Ottawa vintage show recap

    We felt a bit spoiled this past weekend, as we bounced from brunches to hangouts with old and new friends alike, only to be capped off by some fabulous weather Sunday for the Vintage Show. Not a bad way to kick off summer! Whereas our first time at the show this past fall consisted of maybe grabbing everything we could (all essentials, we swear), this time we did more targeted shopping. CJ scored the perfect fitting trench coat for a price you couldn’t believe and Katherine picked up some really unique brooches. More so than finding neat treasures though, we love how the vintage show brings all kinds of people…