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    layering for fall

    We think its pretty safe to say that autumn has officially landed in Ottawa. For the next six months (yes… Ottawa winters last for half a year), our summer clothes have been put away for hibernation, and are being replaced by layers and all things boot-related. We’re not quite mentally prepared yet to break out the parkas, so we’ve become layering pros. CJ is wearing a preppy tie, courtesy of Southern Gents and created his layered look around that. Going for a collegiate look, a tweed blazer paired with a sweater vest makes for an awesome fall combo.Β Katherine layered a turtleneck and structured blazer, and paired them with riding boots…

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    Kick off to fall aka layering season

    The falling temperatures mark the official introduction of my favorite time of year – fall a.k.a. layering season. While Katherine lives for everything summer, particularly her summer wardrobe, fall fashion has always been my thing. Between the crisp temperatures that make it the perfect time to layer and the overall busyness of the industry (fashion weeks anyone?) it’s a great time to get your healthy dose of #style. To kick off fall here at ourMode, I had the chance to work with photographer Jonathan Menga on a special creative project. I’m not exaggerating when I say that this talented gent takes photography and editing to the next level. Though his…