It seems as though retro nostalgia is at an all time high, this Christmas we’re seeing tons of throwback gifts like the reincarnation of the gameboy and the furby (remember those creepy things?). While some might say this stuff is retro, others will argue that it’s classic, and in the fashion industry, we like to […]
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This time of year is full of sparkle and shine, why should your look be any different? In an otherwise neutral-dominating season, the holidays allow us to play with sparkle, colour and glam. I always love a splash of glitter to play up the girlie side of me (I can thank Dorothy’s iconic ruby slippers […]
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Now that Christmas is upon us, and New Years is only a week or so away, everyone is in need of some comfortable outfits that can be worn with ease, to a variety of events. Also, you want to have your clothes in a sleek, yet thick material that will ensure you stay warm. Velvet […]
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We all see Christmas as the traditional holiday of red and green. While we often choose to dress up and decorate in those typical festive colours, this Christmas try breaking out of that tradition with metallic instead! Creating a more modern and sophisticated holiday, going out with metallic shades of colour will definitely have you […]
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Gifts for the Sartorialist Recently I was feature in the The Westender: Growing up in Port Hardy (pop. 5,000) Christie Lohr always imagined something bigger. After undertaking her fashion marketing certificate at Kwantlen, studying broadcast journalism at BCIT and interning at MTV Canada and FASHION Magazine, the Vancouver transplant founded Style Nine to Five, a […]
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The undying trend for your holiday fashion gear is brocade. Any piece with this bright, metallic fabric projects a luxurious and classy look. This holiday season, try on the girly and sexy Alice and Olivia Dillion Angled Bustier Dress. This silver piece is perfect for any holiday gathering with a chic 50s […]
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The holiday spirit spectrum has quite the range. There’s those who prefer to quietly watch them pass by and those who eat, live and breathe shortbread, carols and crafts. Shopping for the Christmas enthusiast can be tricky as chances are they have an abundance of ugly Christmas sweaters and candy cane earrings. If you want […]
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The holidays are the best time of year for head-to-toe embellishment. With so many great headpiece trends, why not start from the top this year? For a party look, try a glamorous hair accessory like a headband for some added volume, or a ballet bun surround to liven up an easy up-do. Think […]
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Get-togethers and parties are one of the best things about the holiday season. Whether it’s with friends or families, it’s always calls for a good time to celebrate and appreciate one another, even your coworkers! When it comes to office parties, it’s always important to still dress appropriately and professionally outside of work hours. You […]
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Plaid has been a wardrobe staple in fashion for centuries. Over the years it has really evolved as a pattern, first being a workers uniform,then to casual daily wear, to festive holiday wear. Plaid has also made huge debuts on the biggest fashion runways this winter season. We have combined both runway […]
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