After stepping away from this space for a season, I’m back—with fresh perspective and a sharper sense of what inspires me. Last fall brought a major shift as I stepped into a new role, and the transition to ten-hour workdays demanded nearly all of my focus. Balancing work, training, and the rest of life left little bandwidth for creative projects, but the reset proved worthwhile. Now that I’ve found my rhythm again, I’m ready to bring that energy here.
The role itself unfolded almost by chance. A friend from CrossFit—who owns a multidisciplinary wellness practice spanning chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage, naturopathy, and acupuncture—approached me during a period of change in their team. Knowing my background in healthcare operations, he asked if I’d consider stepping in to create stability on the front end and streamline coordination. I took my time weighing the decision, but ultimately I was drawn to the idea of returning to an office setting—one that aligned so naturally with my own values around health and movement.
What sealed it was the environment: a team of colleagues who share the same mindset around fitness and wellness, and the kind of wardrobe flexibility that feels distinctly modern. My days move seamlessly between polished office tailoring and athletic-inspired separates elevated enough to hold their own in a professional setting. It’s a balance that reflects both sides of my world, and it’s led me to view workwear through a more fashion-forward lens.
Which brings me here—Aritzia. Over the past year, the brand has become a natural go-to for elevated essentials that strike the perfect line between sophistication and ease. And this fall, several standout pieces have captured my attention.
These have been my staples this year, from lululemon to Aritzia
Two pants that have become staples for me this year are the Lululemon Daydrift Pant and the Aritzia Bureau Pant. At first glance, they sit firmly in the workwear category—sleek, tailored, and elevated enough for a polished office look. But what makes them stand out is their versatility in motion. In a wellness practice, the day doesn’t just happen behind a desk; there are moments spent walking patients through physio exercises, leaning in to demonstrate posture corrections, or moving between rooms to assist with spine scans. Both pants deliver the structure of traditional tailoring with the ease and flexibility of technical fabrics, which means I never feel restricted.
The Daydrift Pant leans into Lululemon’s performance DNA—lightweight, breathable, and cut to move with the body—making it perfect for more active parts of the day. The Bureau Pant, on the other hand, brings Aritzia’s refined tailoring to the table, with a fluid drape and polish that easily carries you from front desk to meetings without missing a beat. Between the two, you get the best of both worlds: athletic ease and editorial polish.
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