The combination of shorts and blazer is not yet a classic but soon should be. Together these flattering wardrobe staples cinch your waist and show off long legs, and are versatile enough for work or play. Lax dress code? Lucky you! Keep this look office appropriate with longer shorts and clean, crisp neutrals. Experiment with […]
Read moreOkay so we’ve yet to join the ranks of the iPad army (those pennies are taking longer to save than expected!) but we’re hopeful it will happen soon. And you bet when that day comes we will be flaunting our tablets on the subway, on the patio, and at the dinner table. Obviously we will […]
Read moreThough to many, Australia might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “fashion”, its fashion community is making steady strides in becoming a true force to be reckoned with. From May 2nd-6th, Sydney came alive with amazing show after show. By general consensus, the following three are some […]
Read moreGladiator sandals have been trending for a while, so it’s no surprise that they’ve become a staple again for this summer. Featuring bold colour, simple accents and a more updated and sleek design, gladiator sandals are the perfect summer accessory. Versatile enough to be worn from day to night, you can expect that these Roman-inspired […]
Read moreSnooki and the gang may not be your number one source for style inspiration, but those studs from the Shore had one thing right: it’s t-shirt time! Tees are a classic wardrobe staple – they are versatile, easy to wear and make for the perfect statement piece. Updated versions for 2011 come in modern shapes, […]
Read moreToday, May 16th, is Liberace’s birthday. The highest-paid entertainer through the 50s, 60s, and 70s, he married flamboyant, glittery style with onstage antics decades before Gaga was even born. Liberace owned many an ostentatious outfit to match his equally eye-catching instruments. One of his pianos was famously encrusted with rhinestones. Another was a mirrored grand […]
Read moreIt’s hard to ignore Prada‘s SS2011 bold take on one of our perennial favourites- stripes! So if you’re bored of sticking to spring’s replayed trends (read: colour blocking and blush hues), try this season’s most lust-worthy look- the bolder the better! This ‘go big or go home’ trend has us venturing from our classic nautical […]
Read moreI have to admit that the idea of reinventing the romper didn’t sit too well with me. I envisioned bright red onesies of my childhood with an updated twist. Luckily however, not everyone has my ridiculous imagination. Rompers are definitely a hot commodity this summer. Fun and flirty, the update romper features feminine detailing and […]
Read moreVancouver handbag and accessories designer Erin Templeton has managed to sustain the fine balance between timelessness and style that gives designers their key to success: longevity. The Vancouver-native initially studied at Cordwainer’s College in London, England, where she first got her touch for designing leather accessories. Upon moving back to Vancouver, she sourced thrifted treasures […]
Read moreViolet Boutique is home to your three new best friends. Their names are Suno, Fetherson and Whit. Suno is eclectic, she likes to mix prints, wears hats when she gardens and is not afraid of colour. Fetherson is outgoing and flirty – she is the type of chick that will make boys drop to their […]
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