Happy Monday! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend.
Unless this is your first time visiting Something About That (and if it is, welcome!), then you probably know that I’m a jeans and cardigan kind of girl…especially in the winter. I prefer jeans to dresses because I hate wearing tights and I prefer cardigans to pullover sweaters because I love to layer. Layers add so much visual interest to an outfit, allowing you to really show off your personality through your unique look.
Since I wear cardigans so often, I’m always searching for cute tees and tanks to wear underneath them. Needless to say, I was very excited when I discovered My HOME Apparel, so I could show off my Ontario pride and look stylish to boot!
My HOME Apparel is a Canadian company, based out of a small town in Nova Scotia. They work to create quality, stylish clothing that allows you to show off the province that you call “home.” I’ll be the first to admit that I complain about living here a lot, but it’s mostly because I’m not a fan of the winter. Even though I complain, I’ve never lived anywhere else, so even if I move away, Ontario will always be my home and I’m proud of that. Ontario is an incredible and diverse province. Living so close to Toronto (one of the biggest Canadian cities) is something I take for granted, but Ontario is so much more than Toronto. Ontario is home to some breathtaking lakes and hiking trails. If you’ve ever been camping in Muskoka or Algonquin park, you know the types of sights that I’m referring to!
One of the other reasons I fell in love with My HOME Apparel (aside from how cute the Ontario t-shirt is) is because of their efforts to give back. Obviously, by supporting them, you help to provide local jobs…but it’s bigger than that!
They understand that ‘home’ is important to everyone, but having a warm place to call home is something that so many of us (myself included) take for granted. In September 2015, My HOME Apparel partnered with Shelter NS, The Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness and 20K Homes to help to end homelessness in Canada. This means, 5% of their profits go towards initiatives to end homelessness in Canada. They believe that together, we can make a difference.
Pretty neat, right?
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Home T-shirt – c/o My HOME Apparel
Cardigan – Aritzia (Similar)
Jeans – Seven For All Mankind via Saks Off Fifth (Similar)
Necklace – c/o Happiness Boutique (more necklaces here) — SAVE 10% with code ‘somethingaboutthat’ until Jan 30!
Boots – UGG Australia
Photography by Cory
What state or province do you call home? If you’re from Canada, I hope you check out My HOME Apparel. The designs are cute, fun and affordable!
Ivete says
I’ve been seeing these tees for a while now and I think they’re so cool! It’s great to support local companies that give back to the community too.
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Jackie says
I have too, but this is the first time I’ve seen my own province represented.
Alecz says
This sounds like a super cool company, and the top is too cute! I also think that there’s SO MUCH more to Ontario than just Toronto! We have some ridiculously stunning scenery.
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Jackie says
I find that SO many people (and yes, I’ve been this way too) are Toronto-centric!
Gabriella says
You are seriously flawless in the photos! So gorgeous. Love that you are supporting a Canadian company in this post. I’ll definitely need to check them out!
xx Gabriella
pastelsandpastries.com
Jackie says
Aww, you are so sweet, Gabriella! Trust me, sunglasses really hide the bags under my eyes haha
Sara Strauss says
I’m a jeans and cardigan year all year round haha! One can never have enough pairs of jeans or cardigans! This shirt is so cute! I’ve always wanted a shirt like this with the shape of NY, but I’ve never found one! The search continues!
~Sara
Jackie says
Me too….except in the summer the cardigans are a LOT lighter, right?
I can’t believe you haven’t found a NY tee. I would think you’d have so many options, but maybe they’re NYC focused instead!
Vanessa says
These photos are adorable and I love the My Home t-shirt! I’m not usually a jeans and t-shirt girl, but have found myself pulling on pants more and more now that I cycle everywhere. I love looking to your blog for inspiration, Jackie!
-Vanessa
prairiegirlmusings.com
Jackie says
I never used to be a t-shirt kind of girl either, but I find there’s so many fun options out there, that you’re bound to connect with some of them.
I’m so glad I can help inspire, even if it’s in a small way, though I hate that I may have made you a bit homesick! <3
Deborah says
What a great brand – not only are you supporting a local business, you’re helping end homelessness! Two birds, one stone! :]
It’s a great shirt and styled flawlessly once again by you. I am always amazed at how you manage to make a basic jeans-and-cardi combination look so different and chic every time!
Jackie says
I felt the same way, which is why I was so proud to give some background on the company AND wear the tee.
And thank you so much for the kind words! I really find a tee and jeans give way to countless fun outfit combos! 🙂
head to toe chic says
How fun is that tee?!! and I love that the company gives back. it’s definitely a win win 🙂
xo,
Angela
Jackie says
Couldn’t agree more!
Rach says
T-shirts are probably the most simple article of clothing, but having a good quality tee makes all the difference! I am always on a hunt for a company that makes great tees and I’m going to check out My HOME!
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Jackie says
I’m not sure if they do American t-shirts (yet), but I’ve seen so many cute options to rep your state!
Alicia says
I love the state rep with the t shirt. It’s so cute!
Jackie says
Thanks Alicia!
Shauna says
These pics are so cute, and wow it looks cold!! Love a good graphic tee for any season. You styled this one perfectly!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Jackie says
It wasn’t even THAT cold out. I selectively chose my outdoor shoot days…but it’s not easy at this time of year 🙂
Abby says
I love how you dressed up this tee with statement necklace! Love the cardigan too!
xo,
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
TatumRiley says
The t-shirt is so cool! Love this winter outfit<3
Good karma,
Tatum || AbstractAphrodite
Ashley says
So cute, and love the dressier touch added in by the statement necklace. Well done, babe!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Tracy says
So cute in your tee and statement necklace, I’m a jeans and cardigan girl too. Love the idea of this company, we need more like them!
Tracy
http://www.TracysNotebookofStyle.com
Eleni says
It makes my heart melt when I hear that clothing proceeds help those in need. It is so important for companies to do this but not all of them do. I was watching the documentary the True cost of Fashion the other day and I couldn’t believe some of the statistics they shared. Lovely post!!
Eleni xo
Jackie says
The fashion industry is very, very scary when you start to learn about it a little bit more.
I just love the feeling you get from supporting a local company in general, but when you support a company that supports other people…that’s just awesome!
Alice says
Love the outfit, so cozy!
xo, Alice || a l i c e / T Y P E N U
Amy says
I love these tees! Ive been wanting one for so long, I think I just need to take the dive and DO IT!
Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins
Elyse says
LOVE this shirt and the great work that the company is doing! Awesome post! 🙂
kelsey bang says
those jeans are so dang cute! darling look!
kelseybang.com
Amy Ann says
Love these types of tees! This is such a fun photo session.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Lauren says
I love how you paired a statement necklace with this casual outfit! So cute!
xo Lauren
http://www.earthtostyle.com/
Shannon says
So cute!! Loving that home tee! Perfect paired with the bf jeans! Those mittens look so cozy too!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Chelsea M. says
That tee is too cute! I agree on never wanting to wear tights – why are they even made of that awful material? Fleece-lined ones are a bit better at least!
Chelsea
Chow Down USA
Insta
Jacqueline says
Such a fun top! I have one my Missouri Home shirt today!
xo,
Jacqueline
Stylin In St. Louis
katie says
I am definitely a jeans and cardigan gal myself! This is such a cute shirt, and what a great way to honor your home and give back!
xx katie // a touch of teal
danielle * Lou What Wear says
Love these pics! Looking so cute in your Home T! Love that we were twinning!
xo
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Nidhi says
Such a cute graphic tee! Perfect to lounge in!
xx
An Unblurred Lady
Mónica Sors says
So relaxing pictures, like them 😉
XX
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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Wendy says
I’ve seen them for the States and it’s nice that now Canada has a brand that represents the provinces and territories! I’d need two to represent SC and Ontario. 🙂 I love shirts like these! And totally dig that marled cardigan.
Beauty Follower says
Nice outfit!
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