Ladies, Autumn 2011 is all about being bold. Luscious jewel-tones, classic 50s chic, sleek and rebellious black shades, as well as rock worthy metallics found their way into the season’s designer runway collections. Dries Van Noten was all about gold. At Haider Ackermann, we saw strong and sexy dark tones. Meanwhile, Marc Jacobs opted for […]
Read moreChic and timeless, the trench coat has long-been the quintessential jacket for fall. This season, trench coat powerhouse Burberry graced the runway with unexpected takes on the traditional coat, proving that the Fall 2011 trench is all about the modern spin. To take the runway in to real life, opt for styles with unique tailoring […]
Read moreBest known for her role in Avatar and now with her latest flick Columbiana, Zoe Saldana is seizing the movie scene by storm. Not only is she admired on the big screen, she also has incredible style. From simple to retro chic, here are a few Zoe-approved looks to inspire you for the upcoming season. […]
Read moreOnce September hits, it’s time to shop for jeans. When you invest in a classic quality pair you can wear them season after season. But every girl’s got to branch out from the dark denim skinnies once in a while. This fall, denim trends call back to the 70s and 80s, with bright colours, exotic […]
Read moreWith the start of fall comes the usual runway affair with everything textured, decadent, and warm. Who could blame us? After summer’s strong rays and chlorinated waters, our skin just wants to be pampered. This season, fabrics are all about LUXURY! Models were working silk, leather, velvet, faux-furs, and animal print (including some envious python […]
Read moreStyle inspiration: Giambattista Valli Fall 2011 RTW. Photo courtesy of Style.com. Here is the new rule in colour theory for 2011: clash it. Unconventional combinations of bright hues are on point for fall, not to mention, it’s a refreshing contrast in a sea of black. Think red and pink, orange and yellow, and blue and […]
Read moreFootwear fetishes can be rewarding, yes. We all know that a great shoe is the secret to any great outfit. But, with heels as tall as six inches high making the transition into daywear, a love of fine footwear can also be extremely painful. This season, fashion’s fiercest cobblers are taking a different approach – […]
Read moreYou’d have to be living under a rock to have not noticed the fact that in terms of fashion, the 1970’s have come back with a vengeance. The most accessible style out of this resurgence of 70’s silhouettes are definitely flare pants. Depending on the fabric, flare pants are not only the most easily interpreted […]
Read moreWith no new episodes of Mad Men this summer, we were going into withdrawal, but now you can get your fix with Banana Republic’s new collection. Fashion is essential to the critically acclaimed AMC series, which uses long line bras, fitted waistlines, and impeccable suits to evoke the era of the 1960s. Janie Bryant, the […]
Read moreJean Paul Gaultier fall/winter 2011-2012 – photos courtesy of www.festivalmodedesign.com. For four days every year, downtown’s McGill College Avenue is closed off and turned into an outdoor urban fashion oasis – giving city residents and tourists alike a much anticipated dose of designer duds, glamour, and enough eye candy to feed any fashion addiction. As […]
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