Who didn’t want a pony growing up? We all grew out of it, channeling our equine love into our wardrobe—no shoveling of manure necessary—in the form of grown up riding boots, saddle bags or perhaps a deep longing to ride into the sunset with those haute horsey accessories of Hermès.
Big 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...
One of the best parts of spring—at least from a beauty perspective—is the flurry of exciting new fragrance launches. Put away your musky and more concentrated scents and go for something lighter, fresh and modern.
I'm writing this from a conference room at SXSW where Dave Bruno is talking about his 100 Thing Challenge, a year he spent paring his belongings down to—you guessed it—100 things.
Now, I'm not much of a minimalist. I have a closet that is bursting with still-tagged clothing, a skincare...
Feathers aren't just for hippies anymore, the feather accessory trend has exploded over the past year, we're even hearing rumours about feather hair extensions. But if you're looking for a less permanent way to take part in this trend we've got necklaces interpreting feathers in all matter of ways...
This spring, the dolman sleeve has made a return. Showing up in both casual looks and dressier luxe fabrics, the shape is hugely flattering as it hides imperfections and often hits at a more flattering point of the arm.
Spring 2011 looks from Yigal Azrouël, Karen Walker, Rag &...
What'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...
Hi everyone! I am rather excited to be introducing myself, as ChickAdvisor's new editor. I'll be working hard to be sure our blog includes a whole spectrum of fun topics and new trends. I will also get to work with the amazing team here at ChickAdvisor in Toronto and our many contributors, who've already made...
Trends previewing in Paris for Fall/Winter 2011 were dominated by strong shoulders, monochromatic blacks and whites, fur trimmings, and dainty touches like Peter Pan collars and delicate prints.
I'm only three months into it, but 2011 has been a year for personal growth, a year for self-improvement and self-actualization...and a year where I realized I'm officially too old to ride a party bus, drink cheap keg beer or be enticed by $1 shots...
With 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...
For daytime to date time, the Clutch is one of our favourite ways to add sparkle without overwhelming the rest of your ensemble. These dazzling minis are every bit as versatile as a black bag but with much more...
Bridal shower season is in full swing. I had the pleasure of attending a whimsical shoe-themed bridal shower on a lovely Friday evening, and it was the Girls’ Night Out I’ve been craving for a while. The food was spectacular, the...
It had a bit of a slow start since 2009, but now the wise Owl is showing up on trendy accessories in stores from Forever21 to Tiffany's. Here are some of the styles we found:...
A classic favourite, bold red lips were all the rage at the Spring 2011 runway shows. Cherry red, scarlet and orange undertones are the ones to wear this season.
Tasty, quick, and sure to please - try one of these easy appetizers the next time you have unexpected guests! Chances are you already have these ingredients on hand.