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Friday April 1, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basGetting dressed to attend LG Fashion Week, going on now in Toronto, can mean sacrificing style to be comfortable, or wearing something you absolutely love but that you know will be torture (or just wrinkled) by hour four. These ladies had the right idea of taking classic items—those comfortable easy-to-wear pieces—and giving them their own twist to show their personality.
The romantic feeling...
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Friday April 1, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThis week in Toronto, LG Fashion Week has been filling up our days and nights. We're not the only ones! Plenty of chicks turned up for the shows, and we were inspired by all the looks we saw. These three ladies had a playful approach to pattern and texture—from mixing polka dots and animal prints to flowers and stripes.
We love the classic silhouette and accessories (pumps and pearls) this...
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Thursday March 31, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf you don't like splurging on accessories, a flat neutral belt is the perfect one-time buy that, if you invest in quality, will last you for years. A classic shape and style, this belt was designed to be pulled through belt loops of any slack or jean. We loved the styling of a menswear inspired classic leather belt with a summer dress as seen at Isabel Marant, and paired with trousers and a...
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Monday March 28, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basLooking for an accessory to pull your whole outfit together? Try one of these weaved and braided belts. Wear a wider woven belt at your natural waist over a dress or with high-waisted trousers (like at Andrew Gn), or a more slender braided style low on the hip with slouchy pants (as seen at Hermès and Ralph Lauren). If the belt is long, tie and tuck it so it hangs down or loop and tuck it at the...
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Wednesday March 23, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf you're the type to carry your whole life in your purse, then make friends with the cross-body bag. It is the ultimate bag to throw all your necessities into! We've seen this trend come and go, but for this spring, we're looking at the mid to large sized cross-body as our go-to sac. Most of these bags come with adjustable or removable straps or chains, so they can easily be turned...
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Wednesday March 23, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThe ultimate utilitarian bag was big on the runways and is even bigger in our favorite stores. The small cross-body satchel is a great alternative to your average handbag—it allows your hands greater freedom, while taking strain off your back and shoulders, because let's face it ladies, we have enough to worry about, let alone our bag! These minis are so light and comfortable, and designers...
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Tuesday March 22, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basYou don't have to sport a traditional kimono in order to successfully pull off the Obi belt. In fact, the Obi has become an exceedingly popular trend thanks to fashion houses like Paul & Joe, Hermès, Carolina Herrera and Marc Jacobs (to name a few).
These belts are very versatile, and come in numerous textures, sizes and details. Wear a skinnier Obi with a sweet dress to accentuate...
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Friday March 18, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basBig floppy hats made a big bang during the late '60s, but the trilby has been around since the '20s! Initially mostly worn by men, it has since gained popularity with the ladies, though you may still have to contend with a boy wanting to borrow yours. The trilby resembles, and is often confused with, the fedora, but basically the trilby has a slightly smaller brim.
This season, we're...
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Wednesday March 16, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWhat's better than shopping for a bag you can later go shopping with? The tote has become a staple of every wardrobe, with brands catering to our need to go to the market or the mall, but still look chic. Also, the tote is more eco-friendly, as you save the environment from plastic bags. Whether in canvas, straw, fabric or leather, we're really looking forward to bringing out one of our...
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Friday March 11, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWith the Royal Wedding approaching, our big accessory inspiration for this coming season is Hats! Always an eyecatcher, the Oversized Floppy Hat pairs sweet feminine style with protection from UV-rays and bad hair days.
Jennifer Lopez, Anne Hathaway, Vanessa HudgensInspired? Here are a few chic chapeaus we have our eye on:
(1) J.Crew Windmill Straw Hat US$39.50(2) Zara Wide Brimmed Hat C$49...
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