Carrying around your laptop is a nuisance but a necessity in todays work industry. There’s never enough room in your purse, and carrying it around is fashionably and just tangibly unacceptable. Laptop bags can be very trendy, when worn appropriately. Purchasing one that is versatile, and looks like purse is key. Rule of thumb when […]
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Move over, stilettos! The arty block heel is the newest must-have item for every shoe connoisseur. During fall/winter 2015 fashion month, editors, bloggers and style obsessed Instagrammers were all talking about these eccentric heels, and with good reason—they’re absolutely gorgeous. With their sculptural and whimsical elements, this season’s block heels can give your outfit a […]
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Maybe it’s the subzero temperatures or the lack of adequate sunlight, but winter always seems to draw us to the ‘dark side’ when it comes to our sartorial colour choices. Black, charcoal, navy, oxblood and camel—colours that are winter wardrobe staples for many women (myself included). This season designers decided not to cast a dark […]
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Finding that perfect gift to give your favourite fashionable co-worker can be categorized into a stressor all on its own! I have found that gifting fashion accessories can often be a good route to take. If you do not know your colleague on a personal level, gift him or her with something that everyone would […]
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As managing editor of Style Nine to Five and Beauty Nine to Five, I’m responsible for a talented team of freelance writers, coordinating all the blog posts you read on our sites, staying on top of trends coming from the beauty and fashion world, brainstorming and scheduling new, interesting content for you, our readers! In […]
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We’ve all heard the classic quote from The Devil Wears Prada, “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” But what really is groundbreaking is designers incorporating floral into their fall collections. Exchanging spring’s pastel floral prints for dark and moody fall prints is a refreshing sight. I have rounded up some of my favorite items that are floral […]
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Animal print is a major trend both on and off the runway this season. It gives fashionistas an edgy look, while still remaining in the neutral colour family. While it seem easy to throw on a leopard print overcoat on a cool Summer day, it may not be as easy to translate this trend […]
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Long before Grace Kelly famously used her namesake Hermès bag to cover her baby bump from a sea of eager paparazzi, purses and handbags have been seen as a hallmark of success and taste for women. While some may argue that the age of the “It Bag” has come and gone, it’s undeniable that the […]
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A briefcase is no longer an unstylish black or brown bag used to carry your work home with you. It is now an extension of your trendy office outfit. Your briefcase should compliment your look as well as function for your day to day activities. And these briefcases do just that! 1. Kate […]
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The official love holiday countdown has begun. It can often be a little tricky finding the perfect Valentine’s Day for the ladies that isn’t tacky and drenched in glitter, chocolate and hearts. For a personal gift, check out Pandora’s new Valentine’s collection. This charm will definitely be the perfect touch of luxury this […]
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