Prepare yourself for a little deep sea diving into Spring’s most aquatic influence: the ocean. As seen on the ready-to-wear runways of Versace, Alexander McQueen and most notably, Chanel for Karl Lagerfeld’s reconstruction of the ocean floor, under the sea style is sure to make a splash this season. Found 20 legions under the […]
Read moreSpring rain can be refreshing and romantic…or it can seriously ruin your look. Navigating the city streets can be dangerous when wet, so arm yourself with some practical rain gear to protect your hair and clothes. A fitted trench, sophisticated rain boots and colourful accessories help you stay dry without sacrificing style, so you might […]
Read moreBangles, bracelets and cuffs, oh my! Accessories are a valuable styling tool and this season the focus is all on the wrist. Think signature statement pieces as you build your bracelet collection – gone are the days of the delicate as we make room for vivid, unique, eye-catching designs perfect for adding a touch of […]
Read moreSpring shopping is in full effect and should be getting busier in your stores! Here are some tips on how to make each day a success: 1. Be flexible. Busier times can be stressful times for management: remember to take care of your employees. Even though you have blackout periods, try to be flexible with your […]
Read moreCan you hear the beat? Yup, Coachella is just around the corner. It’s music festival season ladies. This isn’t the time of year to pack on a whim and see what happens, although here you probably could get away with it. Careful planning is often taken at this event, where next to the music, fashion […]
Read moreFlowers: bright, cheery, and hitting retailers again this year. Florals are here to stay, and there are some specific tips for those of you who aren’t big into pattern but are willing to change things up this spring/summer. Tips: Here’s the thing about floral print, not all prints will be right for you. If […]
Read moreWith a mid-March heat wave in full effect (in Toronto, that is), it’s hard to resist a spring shopping spree. Make it worth your while with pieces that will work when it’s cool and when it’s warm. Keep an eye out for flirty details, bright colours, and lightweight fabrics in pieces you can still incorporate […]
Read moreChic, sophisticated and glamorously demure, preppy fashion has long been a timeless style influence on designers, socialites and aristocracy around the world. Ideal for Spring, when clean lines, crisp color blocking, and light accessories drive the style must-haves of the season, prep influence has evolved to blend long-standing staples of the look – sleek pants […]
Read morePaisley print is one of the biggest statements for Spring/Summer 2012. Whether it’s Jil Sander‘s (1,2) minimalist bright color combinations of paisley or Stella McCartney‘s (3,4) electric-blue paisley pyjamas, many designers have reinvented this 70’s swirly teardrop and transformed it into a vibrant and more appealing print. Will you experiment with paisley? Whether you choose a vibrant silk […]
Read moreFly away with the style season’s most prominent animal influence – the bird. From the ready-to-wear runways of Kenzo, Marc by Marc Jacobs and Commuun, the fashion world is alive with swans, finches, doves and the like for Spring/Summer 2012, and they are high style through and through. In small, delicate doses, all-over prints and […]
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