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Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-60389833453529700252013-04-02T10:59:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.714-07:00Dressing for Work<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ROjksfblZfY/UVsUbrpvCCI/AAAAAAAABBw/56NrpTxxTxE/s1600/Office+Style.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tips on dressing for the office and dressing for a job interview from style guru Ken Downing and Rachel Zoe. Outfit inspiration. Career, work, office, fashion outfit. Dressing for a fashion office. Toronto Fashion Blog. Quotes, Fashion Quotes from Rachel Zoe." border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ROjksfblZfY/UVsUbrpvCCI/AAAAAAAABBw/56NrpTxxTxE/s1600/Office+Style.png" title="Dressing for Work - Office Style" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UmgeLdYj9WA/UVsaMu2eiwI/AAAAAAAABCE/F1rmNWOCRF0/s1600/Rachel+Zoe+Quote.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Quotes, Fashion Quotes from Rachel Zoe." border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UmgeLdYj9WA/UVsaMu2eiwI/AAAAAAAABCE/F1rmNWOCRF0/s1600/Rachel+Zoe+Quote.png" title="Rachel Zoe on Dressing for Work" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u>Links:</u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><br /></u></div><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.chicnova.com/jet-pockets-blue-blazers.html" target="_blank">Blue Blazer</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">2. <a href="http://www.brownsfashion.com/product/030827680002/027/crepesatin-tapered-trousers" target="_blank">Black Tapered Trousers</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">3. <a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-7064649-10995993?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thebay.com%2Feng%2Fwomens-contemporaryshop-Sileno-thebay%2F294840&cjsku=294840_Blue_8.5" target="_top">GUESS Sileno Blue Sandals</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-7064649-10995993" width="1" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">4. <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=758615&b=300096&m=32222&afftrack=&urllink=www%2Eromwe%2Ecom%2Fretro%2Dlong%2Dsleeve%2Dcream%2Dchiffon%2Dblouse%2Dp%2D40942%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Long Sleeve Chiffon Blouse</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">5. <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=758615&b=300096&m=32222&afftrack=&urllink=www%2Eromwe%2Ecom%2Flove%2Dpendant%2Dbracelet%2Dp%2D59578%2Ehtml" target="_blank">"Love" Bracelet"</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">6. <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=187202.2717166&type=2&murl=http%3A%2F%2Fus.asos.com%2FASOS-Pearl-Flower-Stud-Earrings%2Fzgujb%2F%3Fiid%3D2717166%26cid%3D4175%26sh%3D0%26pge%3D4%26pgesize%3D200%26sort%3D-1%26clr%3DCream%26mporgp%3DL0FTT1MvQVNPUy1QZWFybC1GbG93ZXItU3R1ZC1FYXJyaW5ncy9Qcm9kLw.." target="new">Pearl Flower Stud Earrings</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=187202.2717166&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">7. <a href="http://www.portero.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/234045/s/valextra-white-leather-briefcase/" target="_blank">White Briefcase</a> </div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-8884044199422331402013-03-26T16:00:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.722-07:00Topshop Giveaway!I'm very excited to co-host this Topshop backback giveaway via Gumball. I love this bag!!! It retails for about $70 US.<br /><br />Check out how it looks <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=34058&storeId=13058&productId=9459893&langId=-1&sort_field=Newness&categoryId=1048060&parent_categoryId=339503&pageSize=20" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bWLVwaXA83s/UVIlOBlhYdI/AAAAAAAABAs/KWIFrstx4HI/s1600/Topshop+Giveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fashion blog giveaway - Topshop backpack snake bag." border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bWLVwaXA83s/UVIlOBlhYdI/AAAAAAAABAs/KWIFrstx4HI/s1600/Topshop+Giveaway.png" title="Topshop Backpack Giveaway" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Entering is easy, just click enter on the widget below and follow the directions. Good luck everyone!!<br /><br /><iframe height="650" src="http://www.getgumball.com/widgets/e9de1365-9466-45c9-9436-a5fb847b2647" width="570"></iframe>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-66062202296349043622013-03-24T12:12:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.718-07:00RoshamboI saw this video on another fashion blog and it's probably been re-circulated a thousand times so if you've already seen it, look on child!!<br /><br />If you haven't it's so worth the 3+ minutes. I am a romantic by nature so naturally, I loved this short fashion film by Free People.<br /><br /><i>From Free People's site</i>: "A Touring band member and his bohemian beaut are unexpectedly reunited on a Brooklyn street and share a short time together in the city's boroughs."<br /><br />The chemistry between the two actors Christopher Abbott and Sheila Marquez is undeniable. I love it.<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/1S4NWYDlSrY" width="560"></iframe>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-15761283065151060782013-03-22T19:11:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.698-07:00Style Talk Live Recap - Spring Trends<span style="font-family: inherit;">To celebrate the official start of spring, Google+ hosted an online hangout yesterday featuring fashion influencers:<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17px;"> ELLE's Creative Director Joe Zee, Designer & Stylist Rachel Zoe, Model Coco Rocha, and Neiman Marcus Fashion Director Ken Downing. It was awesome!! I almost felt like I was in a seminar with them face to face! The internet is so amazing. Honestly.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17px;">One fun fact I learned while watching the video: Joe Zee is Canadian!! Did anyone know that? I was amazed when he said that. I had no idea! </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17px;">For anyone who missed it, here is the video:</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span> <iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/sZPdfXaH4qI" width="560"></iframe><br /><br />If you don't have time to watch the video, check out the set I created below. It has the key trends they talked about in it. My favourite piece is the pink moto jacket from Forever 21. I love that they said coloured leather (or faux leather if you're vegan) is a huge trend because I haven't even clued in on that trend yet and it is such an exciting idea. Can you image pink leather pants? Cause I totally can.<br /><br />Links are posted below. Enjoy!!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g1kQkFKEkI8/UUz3rO-DOtI/AAAAAAAAA98/bQ3cfLOBrYU/s1600/Spring+Must+Haves2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring 2013 fashion trends, Moto jacket, Style Talk Live Recap, Fashion advice from Rachel Zoe, Coco Rocha, Joe Zee and Ken Dowling. Toronto Fashion blog post, Outfit Blog." border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g1kQkFKEkI8/UUz3rO-DOtI/AAAAAAAAA98/bQ3cfLOBrYU/s1600/Spring+Must+Haves2.png" title="Spring 2013 Must Haves" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><b>Trend Links:</b></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><b><br /></b></u></div>1. BRIGHT COLOURS - <a href="http://www.romwe.com/abstract-drawing-print-oange-blouse-p-48029.html" target="_blank">Romwe Abstract Drawing Blouse</a><br />2. NEON ACCESSORIES - <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=272112.1037419695&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fforever21.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D4%26url%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2FProduct%2FProduct.aspx%3Fbr%3DF21%26Category%3DACC%26ProductID%3D1037419695%26VariantID%3D%3Fref%3D1" target="_blank">Neon Ganado Print Scarf</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=272112.1037419695&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /> & <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=187202.2836973&type=2&murl=http%3A%2F%2Fus.asos.com%2FAdidas-Santiago-Orange-Neon-Watch%2Fzrkbf%2F%3Fiid%3D2836973%26cid%3D4175%26sh%3D0%26pge%3D1%26pgesize%3D200%26sort%3D-1%26clr%3DOrange%26mporgp%3DL0FkaWRhcy9BZGlkYXMtU2FudGlhZ28tT3JhbmdlLU5lb24tV2F0Y2gvUHJvZC8." target="_blank">Adidas Santiago Orange Neon Watch</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=187202.2836973&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /> & <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=272112.2021567596&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fforever21.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D4%26url%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2FProduct%2FProduct.aspx%3Fbr%3DF21%26Category%3DACC%26ProductID%3D2021567596%26VariantID%3D%3Fref%3D1" target="new">Neon Faux Leather Belt</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=272112.2021567596&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /><br />3. GLADIATORS - <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=187202.2394017&type=2&murl=http%3A%2F%2Fus.asos.com%2FPark-Lane-Embellished-Gladiator-Sandals%2Fzhtfi%2F%3Fiid%3D2394017%26cid%3D8189%26sh%3D0%26pge%3D0%26pgesize%3D200%26sort%3D-1%26clr%3DChoc%26mporgp%3DL1BhcmstTGFuZS9QYXJrLUxhbmUtRW1iZWxsaXNoZWQtR2xhZGlhdG9yLVNhbmRhbHMvUHJvZC8." target="new">Park Lane Embellished Gladiator Sandals</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=187202.2394017&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /><br />4. BLACK & WHITE - <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=758615&b=300096&m=32222&afftrack=&urllink=www%2Eromwe%2Ecom%2Fdiamnate%2Dcollar%2Dblackwhite%2Dshirt%2Dp%2D58457%2Ehtml" target="new">Diamnate Collar B&W Bl<span id="goog_926044251"></span><span id="goog_926044252"></span>ouse</a> & <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=758615&b=300096&m=32222&afftrack=&urllink=www%2Eromwe%2Ecom%2Frivets%2Ddetailed%2Dknee%2Dpants%2Dp%2D45097%2Ehtml" target="new">Rivet Detailed Pants</a><br />5. COLOURED LEATHERS & MOTO JACKETS - <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=272112.2031557026&type=2&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fforever21.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D4%26url%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.forever21.com%2FProduct%2FProduct.aspx%3Fbr%3DF21%26Category%3DOuterwear%26ProductID%3D2031557026%26VariantID%3D%3Fref%3D1" target="new">Zippered Faux Leather Moto Jacket</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=272112.2031557026&type=2&subid=0" width="1" /><br />6. WOODEN STACKED HEELS - <a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-7064649-11085047?sid=Spring+2013+Trend+Post&url=https%3A%2F%2Fnastygal.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D2%26URL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.nastygal.com%2Fshoes-heels%2FJanus-Spike-Platform%2F&cjsku=22522" target="_blank">Janus Spike Platform</a><br /><br />*Note: If you're doing online shopping this weekend ASOS is having a huge sale, in addition to their already free shipping*: <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=187202.10000538&type=3&subid=0">20% off your Spring Fling</a> or <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&offerid=187202.10000537&type=3&subid=0">Save up to 60% on Women’s occasion wear and prom at ASOS.com. Valid 3/24/2013 only.</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=ND9dLj6k2ao&bids=187202.10000537&type=3&subid=0" width="1" />Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-25128042895018848272013-03-19T21:36:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.701-07:00Music Festival FashionEvery time music festival times comes around I get nostalgic. I've always read about them in magazines and dreamt about spending my weekend in a tent, running down mudslides and wearing braids in my hair. (Was that just me? Kate Moss in Hunter boots anyone?)<br /><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>I've never actually been to a music festival so it's on my bucket list for 2013. Funny enough, today one of my friends invited me to go to <a href="http://www.osheaga.com/" target="_blank">one</a> because she knows someone who bought extra tickets. Sweet!!! I'm obviously going! I wonder if <a href="http://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/tupac-hologram-performs-with-snoop-dogg-at-coachella-2012164" target="_blank">Tupac will be there</a>? I also wonder if I'll have enough stylish clothes by then to wear something like this... I hope so. haha<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4pUGGyyt0eA/UUk9WXFI7WI/AAAAAAAAA9U/aL_cFdhzMGY/s1600/Music+Festival+3.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img alt="Hippie fashion, Bohemian Chic, Music Festival Fashion, Christian shirt, Cross iPhone case, Studded shoes, Toronto fashion blog, California style." border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4pUGGyyt0eA/UUk9WXFI7WI/AAAAAAAAA9U/aL_cFdhzMGY/s1600/Music+Festival+3.png" title="Moons & Junes - Festival Fashion" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Sunglasses - <a href="http://www.nastygal.com/accessories-eyewear/" target="_blank">NastyGal</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Bag - <a href="http://www.asos.com/ALDO/Aldo-McEnroe-Cross-Body-Flapover-Bag/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2729289&WT.ac=rec_viewed" target="_blank">ASOS</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Spike shoes - <a href="http://www.asos.com/KG-By-Kurt-Geiger/KG-Liberal-Studded-White-Trainers/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2699351&cid=6992&Rf900=1562&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=White" target="_blank">ASOS</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. Cross iPhone Case - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/103649829/cross-antique-bronze-stud-iphone-case" target="_blank">ETSY</a> by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/BeautyandLuck" target="_blank">BeautyandLuck</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Tank - <a href="http://freedomculture.com/stop-human-trafficking-apparel/women/clothing/dont-worry-tank/" target="_blank">Freedom Culture</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. Denim Shorts - <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=300096&u=758615&m=32222&urllink=&afftrack=">Romwe</a></div><div><br /><i>Note</i>: I just discovered this tank top at a Toronto fashion event. Proceeds from every sale go to stop human trafficking. Great company!</div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-39116863653017995592013-03-17T23:02:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.706-07:00Brunch CHIC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I don't know about you guys but I am super pumped that patio weather is right around the corner. In my mind, patio = BRUNCH.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love everything about brunch; pancakes, mimosas, gossip, eye candy, beautiful decor, city views... it is one of the best parts of summer. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mSrIg_uAq3E/UUaMMXd0o3I/AAAAAAAAA8k/4l9R3muW02Q/s1600/brunch2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fashion brunch" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mSrIg_uAq3E/UUaMMXd0o3I/AAAAAAAAA8k/4l9R3muW02Q/s1600/brunch2.png" title="Vogue Brunch" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since summer isn't here yet, we can still dream about what we're going to wear once it hits.. right?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--70ZFl9wDKI/UUZUxqPMcEI/AAAAAAAAA7M/n3BfBUroHL0/s1600/Brunch+Chic.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="What to wear to brunch, How to dress for brunch, Edgy chic outfit, Casual white dress, Get the look, Toronto Fashion Blog, Brunch fashion guide" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--70ZFl9wDKI/UUZUxqPMcEI/AAAAAAAAA7M/n3BfBUroHL0/s1600/Brunch+Chic.png" title="Brunch Chic Outfit Post" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Nasty Gal <a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-7064649-11085047?sid=Brunch+Chic+Post&url=https%3A%2F%2Fnastygal.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D2%26URL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.nastygal.com%2FLookbooks_Baby-Blues%2FStraight-Laced-Dress%2F&cjsku=25549" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.nastygal.com';return true;" target="_blank">Straight Laced Dress</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-7064649-11085047" width="1" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">2. Michael Kors <a href="http://tooklookbook.com/look/188295" target="_blank">Sunglasses </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">3. H&M <a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/subdepartment/LADIES?Nr=4294966427#page=1&Nr=4294928259" target="_blank">Earrings</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">4. DVF <a href="http://tooklookbook.com/look/194781" target="_blank">Clutch</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">5. Nasty Gal <a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-7064649-11085047?sid=Brunch+Chic+Post&url=https%3A%2F%2Fnastygal.affiliatetechnology.com%2Fredirect.php%3Fnt_id%3D2%26URL%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.nastygal.com%2Faccessories-jewelry-rings%2FDark-Matter-Ring%2F&cjsku=21961" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.nastygal.com';return true;" target="_blank">Dark Matter Ring</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-7064649-11085047" width="1" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">6. Alberta Ferretti <a href="http://tooklookbook.com/look/189725" target="_blank">Pointy Pump</a></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com18Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-60196814765263064862013-03-16T12:32:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.713-07:00DIY Studded Moto JacketThis is a really easy project to do if you want to add a little edge to your jacket (or any piece of clothing).<br /><br /><u>All you need is:</u><br /><br /><ul><li>Screw in studs</li><li>Something sharp to poke a hole (I used a toothpick because that's all I could find and it worked out well. I've seen DIY's where people use darts and that scares me because I poked myself with the toothpick and that freakin hurt! I wouldn't recommend using a dart in case you hurt yourself).</li><li>A tiny screwdriver to make the hole bigger and to tighten the stud</li></ul><div>I got my studs in Chinatown here in Toronto, they were only $1.50 for 15 studs so this project only set me back $3.00! Pretty sweet deal. (Not to mention, the store has a "buy 2 packets get 1 free" deal so I got an extra 15 studs for free!).</div><div><br /></div><div>This project is REALLY fun to create and it only took me about an hour. Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nAYUW6ZihHs/UUTIXX13xYI/AAAAAAAAA6Y/7Etua29oqK8/s1600/DIY+Studded+Tutorial.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY Studded Jacket Tutorial, DIY Pictorial, DIY Spikes, DIY studs, DIY Fashion Blog, DIY Blog Toronto" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nAYUW6ZihHs/UUTIXX13xYI/AAAAAAAAA6Y/7Etua29oqK8/s1600/DIY+Studded+Tutorial.png" title="DIY Studded Moto Jacket Pictorial" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><br /></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-42894080036820652982013-03-14T22:20:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.707-07:00Toronto Fashion Event!Interested in a career in fashion? Would you like to network with fashion professionals and aspiring fashion students in the Toronto area? Having a tough time breaking into the industry?<br /><br />On Wednesday, March 20, from 6:00pm - 7:30pm, the <a href="http://www.aodt.ca/" target="_blank">Academy of Design</a> will be hosting a really exciting <a href="http://www.aodt.ca/news-events/events-calendar/fashion-wine-cheese-info-session" target="_blank">"Wine and Cheese" event</a> where they will discuss their fashion programs in detail and offer an opportunity to meet with faculty and view the recent work of fashion students.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vAvSVRTlbqE/UUKWTQzUxNI/AAAAAAAAA08/oiB9sMabPFA/s1600/FD-FMM_EventBrite_banner_MAR2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Academy of Design hosts a wine and cheese event Tuesday March 20, 2013. Toronto Fashion Event, Fashion School, March 2013, Toronto Event, GTA Event, Toronto fashion networking" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vAvSVRTlbqE/UUKWTQzUxNI/AAAAAAAAA08/oiB9sMabPFA/s1600/FD-FMM_EventBrite_banner_MAR2013.jpg" title="Academy of Design - Wine and Cheese Info Session March 20, 2013" /></a></div><br />There is no question that the fashion industry is not like it was 20 years ago and it is much harder to break into the industry without formal education. Just two weeks ago I spoke to one of the HR managers of <a href="http://www.fashionmagazine.com/blogs/" target="_blank">Fashion Magazine</a> and she told me she receives approximately "100 resumes per day". Crazy eh? When I worked at <a href="http://www.holtrenfrew.com/" target="_blank">Holts</a>, our department alone received about 50-60 resumes per day when a position was posted. It really is <i>that</i> competitive.<br /><br />The Academy of Design has reacted to the fiercely competitive job market by ensuring each student is exposed to as many career opportunities as possible and as many skills as possible to increase each student's marketability. The programs are also shorter than a typical college program so that students can enter the field sooner. The school even has their own fashion magazine where student's can write, edit and even do creative photoshoots! How cool is that?<br /><br />If you'd like to see more information before registering, see what students are saying about the programs and watch a snippet of a previous Wine & Cheese event <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lfMwQPubyY&list=PLD6B2DB507ACEA78E&index=2" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br /><br />If you're ready to go... <a href="http://aodfashionwine.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank">Sign up HERE</a>! Tickets are going fast! Registration is free via Eventbrite.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Full Event Details:</span></u></b><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Fashion, Wine & Cheese Info Session</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Academy of Design Davisville Campus</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">1835 Yonge Street</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Toronto, ON M4S 1X8</span><br />Canada<br />Wednesday, March 20, 2013<br />6:00pm - 7:30pm<br /><br /></div><h2 class="location vcard" style="font-size: 1em; font-weight: normal; margin: 3px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="adr"></span></span></h2>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com3Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-89395450157095797522013-03-12T10:49:00.000-07:002013-04-11T15:19:37.723-07:00Designer Spotlight: Beau XOXO<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Some people are born with creative instinct. They just know what to do, how to do it and go about getting it done. Georgie is one of those people. As the creator behind the online hair accessories shop "Beau XOXO", Georgie has effectively translated her creative skills into a source of income. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 2010 she began selling her pieces in markets and officially launched <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/beauxoxo" target="_blank">her Etsy shop</a> online. In 2011 she was invited to partake in a clothing show, where an X-Factor hair stylist purchased a variety of her pieces for pop group <a href="http://www.little-mix.com/gb/home" target="_blank">Little Mix</a> to wear on the show. Much to Georgie's surprise, when the show aired, <a href="https://twitter.com/PerrieEdwards" target="_blank">Perrie Edwards</a> was wearing one of her pieces. Since then, <a href="http://www.beauxoxo.com/" target="_blank">Beau XOXO</a> has boomed and is still going strong.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qhqd172VCHs/UT1V_RGtrqI/AAAAAAAAAwE/Sv09dP9r3sY/s1600/Designer+Spotlight+Beau+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="BeauXOXO, Beau XOXO, Flower crown, crafting tips, floral crown, floral headband, festival accessories, festival outfit, music festival outfit, Etsy feature, Blogger interview, Blog interview, Fashion blog interview, Etsy interview, Photo collage, Fashion collage, Hair accessories, Etsy hair accessories, Glitter hair accessories, Butterfly hair accessories, Butterfly accessories, Flower accessories, Pastel photo set, Pastel images" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qhqd172VCHs/UT1V_RGtrqI/AAAAAAAAAwE/Sv09dP9r3sY/s1600/Designer+Spotlight+Beau+2.png" title="Designer Spotlight - Beau XOXO Hair Accessories Designer" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This photo set is a creative derivative work of original images owned by <a href="http://www.beauxoxo.com/" target="_blank">BeauXOXO</a>. </span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Logo via Beau XOXO's blog </span><a href="http://www.dreamsthatglitterxoxo.com/" style="font-size: x-small;" target="_blank">Dreams That Glitter</a><span style="font-size: xx-small;">. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">**Prices are approximate conversion from GBP -CAD/US**</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With her continued success you might think to yourself (as I did)... How did she do it? How has she grown her crafting business? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Well, Georgie <a href="http://seekmyscribbles.blogspot.co.uk/2012/05/hello-handmade-featuring-beau-xoxo.html" target="_blank">did an interview with Seek My Scribbles</a> last spring to share the answers. It's a great read for any DIY crafters wanting to grow their business. She explains in the interview how she started selling in local markets and then grew to selling online after getting a good reaction. Here's the meat and potatoes:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-family: inherit;">Do you have any advice for crafters wanting to take the next step and sell their creations?</span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Well like I said before, market stalls are a fantastic way to start, and so many stalls are as little as a few pounds and you will be surprised how much money can be made, and even if you don’t make much, you will learn so, so much. I do think cracking into the big wide web world is quite hard, but I would definitely advise anyone to join Etsy, Folksy or similar at first, so that you’re part of a community, so it’s kind of like one big market stall in a sense! I adore Etsy. I am so thankful to the community and I have met so many other gorgeous crafty ladies and that’s what it’s all about. Once you have built up a strong customer base it’s then good to look at places like Big Cartel, but this is just my personal opinion! Bear in mind some people will just shop on Etsy and so on. Most importantly though, be determined, be pro-active, network, have fun, be passionate, research your market thoroughly, have fun and never ever, ever give up! I truly believe this period in time is perfect to start a crafting business because interestingly there’s a massive crafting boom right now, despite the struggle for larger retailers in the economic climate. I guess that’s partly due to the fact people are really thinking about their spending, and crafting has the ‘specialness factor’ so it makes you stand out from the mainstream. And don’t be hard on yourself if you find it hard to sell much at first, simply take a back seat and evaluate what it is you adore about other stores, and make small changes. I find the best shops are the ones where I see an item and think, ‘ahh, that’s so, and so’s item!’. It’s really good to keep a scrapbook or simply note down how you want your shop to look from the start.</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><u>Shopping Links:</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.beauxoxo.com/category/butterflies" target="_blank">Butterfly Glitter Hair Clips</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.beauxoxo.com/category/butterfly-crowns" target="_blank">Butterfly Hair Crowns</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/beauxoxo?section_id=10059014" target="_blank">Floral Hair Crowns</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/beauxoxo?section_id=10830601" target="_blank">Glitter Hair Bows</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com5Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-87596246143857773382013-03-09T09:33:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.721-07:00STUDDED GIRLWoohoo! This set was so much fun to create! I love to contrast items that are typically seen as bold and edgy with soft and feminine items. I downloaded some new fonts to experiment with as I find the more I blog, the more I get the desire to improve the formatting and look. Let me know what you guys think.<br /><br />In this set I've featured some of my favourite studded creations on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> and looks from <a href="http://lookbook.nu/">Lookbook.Nu</a> (which by the way - is such an AWESOME site!).<br /><div><br /></div><div>Thank you to all the designers who gave me the go ahead to feature their unique, hand-made creations. They really are one of a kind. Please check below for links to items and looks.<br /><br /><i>(How adorable are the matching best friend bunny iPhone cases? Too cute!)</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-St_uEs65GqQ/UTtv6bXop_I/AAAAAAAAAuk/AGAYS6YFV_M/s1600/Gold+and+Studded.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Etsy finds, Best Etsy creations, Fashion collage, Lookbooknu, Studded designer, Christian designer, Etsy designer, Etsy post, Designer blog feature, Startup fashion designer, gold spikes, gold studs, studded shirt, studded shorts, studded jewellery, studded jewelry, Fashion blog, Collage fashion blog" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-St_uEs65GqQ/UTtv6bXop_I/AAAAAAAAAuk/AGAYS6YFV_M/s1600/Gold+and+Studded.png" title="Studded Girl Outfit Inspiration" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><u>Shopping & Links</u><br /><u><br /></u><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">① </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"> </span>ETSY: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/GlitzyGirlBling?ref=seller_info" target="_blank">GlitzyGirlBling</a> - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/113188484/best-friends-bunny-rabbit-heart-studded" target="_blank">Best Friends Bunny Rabbit Heart iPhone Silicone Case</a><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">② </span>ETSY: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/theblackfeather?ref=seller_info" style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left;" target="_blank">TheBlackFeather</a> - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/108811231/spike-bracelet-the-osiris-gold-spike" target="_blank">The Osiris Spike Bracelet</a><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">③ </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">LOOK by</span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"> </span></span><a href="http://lookbook.nu/look/4655049-dont-let-little-stupid-things-break-your-happiness" target="_blank">Lina Tesch Photography</a> on Lookbook.Nu - photographed by <a href="http://www.maxliebenstein.com/" target="_blank">Max Liebenstein</a><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">④</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">ETSY: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/NiceReworkedVintage" target="_blank">NiceReworkedVintage</a> - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/107499140/white-with-charcoal-dip-tie-dye-studded?" target="_blank">Tie Dye Studded Sweater</a></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">⑤ </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">LOOK by </span></span><a href="http://lookbook.nu/look/3970436-Colors-may-fade-heartbeats-may-stop?hypewidget" target="_blank">Amanda Shoemaker</a> (<a href="http://oneofeachblog.com/" target="_blank">OneofEach Blog</a>) on Lookbook.Nu with <a href="http://www.alainnbella.com/default/catalog/bags/spiked-pony-hair-crossbody-bag.html" target="_blank">Alainn Bella studded purse</a> (Website seems to be having difficulties. Here is the Alainn Bella <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ShopAlainnBella" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>)<br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;">⑥</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 14px; text-align: justify;"> </span>ETSY: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Shopwunderlust" style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;" target="_blank">ShopWünderlust</a> - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/116323680/the-jenna-shorts-pink-high-waisted" target="_blank">The Jenna Shorts</a><br /><br /></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com7Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-6667014001660562732013-03-04T23:54:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.719-07:00ON THE SCENE: Outfit Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Curating our own personal style takes a lot of trial and error and an event night is NOT the kind of night for experimentation. These girls are a perfect example of how to dress for an event, showcasing how to break up a dress with great accessories. They really take the guess work out of it eh?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Cdiq9q5em-8/UTWj8TbL3BI/AAAAAAAAArE/4fEgSXXjf9w/s1600/On+the+Scene.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Personal shopping blog, Personal shopper, What to wear to a media event, what to wear to a cocktail party, how to dress for a cocktail party, what kind of dress to wear to a cocktail party, outfit inspiration, little black dress, ways to dress up a little black dress, the LBD, what to wear to an event, girls night out, outfit of the day, magazine post, blog outfit post" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Cdiq9q5em-8/UTWj8TbL3BI/AAAAAAAAArE/4fEgSXXjf9w/s1600/On+the+Scene.png" title="ON THE SCENE Outfit Inspiration - Dressing For Your Next Event" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is a creative derivative work of original photos by Eva Rinaldi, Celebrity and Live Music photographer via Flickr; "<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/evarinaldiphotography/with/8450820750/#photo_8450820750" target="_blank">David Jones Fashion Launch 2013</a>" originally licensed under <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/deed.en_CA" target="_blank">CC BY-SA 2.0</a>.</div><br /><u>Shopping Links:</u><br /><a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/product/10043?article=10043-A" target="_blank">H&M 100% Silk dress</a><br /><a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/product/08246?article=08246-A" target="_blank">H&M Khaki green dress</a><br /><a href="http://www.massimodutti.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/duttica/en/massimoduttins/370515/1904964/TWO-TONE%2BCOURT%2BSHOE%2BWITH%2BCHAIN" target="_blank">Massimo Dutti Two-tone Court Pump with Chain</a><br /><a href="http://canada.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=F21&Category=shoes_highheels&ProductID=2031557665&VariantID=" target="_blank">Forever 21, Faux Leather Beige Platform</a><br /><a href="http://canada.forever21.com/Product/Category.aspx?br=f21&category=acc_handbags_clutches" target="_blank">Forever 21, Clutch</a><br /><a href="http://www.thebay.com/eng/handbagsjewellery-handbags-clutcheswristlets-Metal_mesh_minaudiere-thebay/299937" target="_blank">The Bay, Jessica Mcclintock Metal Black Clutch</a><br /><a href="http://www.vincecamuto.com/product/paulett/vc-signature-paulette.html" target="_blank">Vince Camuto Crochet Bootie</a>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com31Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-65916479439889856672013-03-01T20:18:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.716-07:00DIY Embellished Bib Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've been wanting to do a DIY blog post for a while now and am so excited to post this! I had a great time putting this together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had most of these supplies already but if you don't have any of the below supplies it will probably cost you around 30$ (which is a great price compared to what you would purchase one of these handmade bib necklace's for!). Most of these supplies you can get at Michaels!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3RpFjtsAzJU/UTF4g2U5SpI/AAAAAAAAApY/60QC9Jkw1SI/s1600/DIY+BIB+Necklace+Post.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DIY, DIY Fashion, DIY Necklace, DIY bib, DIY bib necklace, DIY embellished necklace, DIY embellishment, DIY jewelry, DIY blog" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3RpFjtsAzJU/UTF4g2U5SpI/AAAAAAAAApY/60QC9Jkw1SI/s1600/DIY+BIB+Necklace+Post.png" title="DIY Embellished Bib Necklace" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Note:</u> You don't necessarily have to sew in beads but if you want a different look on parts of your necklace, string a strand of beads and sew it in, in combination with gluing the rhinestones. Also - get a thicker ribbon. I didn't sew in my ribbon and it seems to be super secure. This glue is MEGA bonding, but I think I may sew in my next ribbon just to feel more secure.</div><br />Are there are good DIY posts you've done or have seen? I'm going to do more of these because I had WAY too much fun! Let me know if you have any questions!Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com29Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-30762177476798329242013-02-27T00:12:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.704-07:00Toronto Style DefinedLike any city, Toronto style varies from the most eclectic to the utterly conservative. Somewhere in between you'll find most urban Torontonians; chill, understated, brogue infused, tomboyish, urban, slightly conservative and chic.<br /><br />I'm very eclectic in my style and usually like to pair edgy looks and feminine looks together, but I have found that in recent years since I've lived downtown, the style that breathes life into this city has creeped it's way into my wardrobe and changed me a little bit... and I've fallen in love with it.<br /><br />In this set I featured some looks and designs that sample and personify Toronto style. Check below for the links!<br /><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-r42ysSQBNPw/US23IlaytvI/AAAAAAAAAoo/TNYCg4TRAX4/s1600/TORONTO+STYLE+FILE.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Style set, OOTD Blog, Toronto fashion blog, Toronto fashion blogger, Toronto fashion, Toronto style, Toronto fashion and style, Nikki Rich blog, Rudsak blog" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-r42ysSQBNPw/US23IlaytvI/AAAAAAAAAoo/TNYCg4TRAX4/s1600/TORONTO+STYLE+FILE.png" title="Toronto Style File" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;"><u>LINKS</u> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">➀ <a href="http://www.nikkirichclothing.com/" target="_blank">Nikki Rich</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">➁ <a href="http://www.rudsak.com/" target="_blank">Rudsak</a></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">➂ <a href="http://www.blogto.com/fashion_style/" target="_blank">Blogto Fashion & Style</a></span><br /><br /></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com8Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-56776092749861554542013-02-19T14:30:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.712-07:00On Trend: The Drape JacketI really love this style jacket because it's so effortless to wear and it turns casual day into a trendier version of casual day. Say for instance it's Sunday afternoon and you have to do some groceries but you're totally in relaxation mode... you don't really want to get 'dressed' but you have to... You just throw on some fitted pants, a shirt and then a drape jacket. It doesn't even matter what you're wearing underneath it because the jacket makes the whole look!<br /><br />This style of jacket is really great for curves; especially if the jacket comes with a waist cinching drawstring. For me personally, I have a petite curvy inverted triangle frame and this style of jacket instantly makes me feel more confident and covered up in the right places.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-x1IE5EPMPEA/USP7fn9oIhI/AAAAAAAAAmw/HPbO5GDL1k0/s1600/On+Trend+-+The+Drape+Jacket.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to wear a casual jacket, How to wear it blog, DIY outfit, Casual Jacket, Drape jacket, Casual Style outfit, Faux leather purse" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-x1IE5EPMPEA/USP7fn9oIhI/AAAAAAAAAmw/HPbO5GDL1k0/s1600/On+Trend+-+The+Drape+Jacket.png" title="How to Wear the Casual Drape Jacket" /></a></div><br />Links/Shopping:<br /><br />1. <a href="http://www.zappos.com/house-of-harlow-1960-zenith" target="_blank">House of Harlow 1960 Zenith Loafer</a><br />2. <a href="http://www.target.com/c/tops-clothing-women/-/N-5xtbq#?lnk=gnav_women_1_14&intc=736560|null" target="_blank">Merona scoop neck white tee</a><br />3. <a href="http://www.target.com/c/flats-shoes-women/-/N-5xtcx#?lnk=gnav_women_1_18&intc=736560|null" target="_blank">Target Sonya rhinestone flat</a><br />4. <a href="http://www.oasis-stores.com//fashion/oasis/fcp-product/4500039601" target="_blank">Black drape jacket</a><br />5. <a href="http://shop.guess.com/en/Catalog/View/VG389108?CMP=SMO-ProdShare" target="_blank">Faux Leather Guess Purse</a><br />6. <a href="http://shopmrsh.com/products/True_Religion/Misty_NAM/" target="_blank">True Religion Jeans</a> (only sz 28 left on MrsH.com)<br />7. <a href="http://www.nastygal.com/product/draped-trench-jacket/_/searchString/drape" target="_blank">Draped trench jacket Nasty Gal</a>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-12678775119166437102013-02-17T11:40:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.697-07:00Stylist Spotlight: Patricia Field<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">I first discovered who Patricia Field was after watching Sex and the City. I remember walking out of that movie feeling a sense of rejuvenation like, wow I could dress like that one day and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBmMU_iwe6U" target="_blank">run the world</a>. That's <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD11HOwhU3Y" target="_blank">what Patricia Field does</a>. When she styles a character (or person) she stays true to the essence of that person, but also livens them up and gives them more vivacity.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Patricia Field has been a fashion stylist/costume designer for years and has garnered many awards for her work. She is a fearless, unapologetic individual with a true passion for fashion.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Patricia on style: "</span></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The way you dress yourself is a form of self-expression, and a way of communicating to others who you are. But style is broader than just fashion — it’s not only the way you dress, but how you decorate your home, the books you read. It all runs together. The more ways you can express yourself the better, because then you are communicating at a higher level."</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DdAeihreQY8/USEj5pPh_VI/AAAAAAAAAmc/34Y4RruT7Qg/s1600/Stylist+Spotlight+-+Patricia+Field.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patricia Field, Sex and the City Fashion, New York fashion, NYC Fashion, Kim Cattrall fashion, Samantha Sex and the City Fashion, Carrie Tuxedo, Carrie Alexander McQueen, 306 Bowery, Vogueing fashion, Vogue hat, Bedazzled shoes, Keith Haring by House of Field, Elle Varner fashion, Fashion Blog, Toronto fashion blog, Toronto fashion blogspot, Sex and the City fashion stylist, Sex and the City stylist, New York Stylist, New York Fashion Stylist, Fashion Stylist, Celebrity Stylist, Wardrobe Stylist, New York costume designer" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DdAeihreQY8/USEj5pPh_VI/AAAAAAAAAmc/34Y4RruT7Qg/s1600/Stylist+Spotlight+-+Patricia+Field.png" title="Patricia Field Stylist Spotlight" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Links/Shopping:</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">1. <a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/online/oscars/2010/05/carrie-bradshaws-230000-outfit" target="_blank">Carrie in Sex and the City 2.</a> Tux shirt/pant and jacket by <span style="border: 0px; line-height: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Christian Dior.</span><span style="line-height: 14px;"> H</span><span style="border: 0px; line-height: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">eadpiece by <a href="http://www.trivialnewyork.com/homepage.html" target="_blank">Trivial New York.</a> Photo via Vanity Fair.</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 14px;">2. Patricia Field's boutique at <a href="http://www.patriciafield.com/306_bowery.aspx" target="_blank">306 Bowery in NYC</a>.</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">3. <a href="http://loveislovelifestyle.blogspot.ca/2010/07/skinny-on-satc-2-style.html" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">Samantha in Sex and the City 2</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">. Dress by </span><a href="http://www.theblondsnewyork.com/collections_dye.html" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">The Blonds</a><span style="line-height: 14px;"> via Love is love, lifestyle blog.</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">4. <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">Noir Keith Haring Baby Pin sold at Patricia Field. </span><a href="http://www.patriciafield.com/noir-keith-haring-baby-pin.aspx" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">Keith Haring by House of Field.</a></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">5. <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">VOGUE </span><a href="http://www.patriciafield.com/vogue-snapback-cap.aspx" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">Snapback Cap by Patricia Field</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">; an homage to the 80s dance style of 'Vogueing'.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">6. <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/47991552249679537/" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">The Chiquita shoe</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;"> by Patricia Field. (<a href="http://www.patriciafield.com/shoes.aspx" target="_blank">Currently out of stock</a>)</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">7 .<a href="http://www.patriciafield.com/all-around-floral-crown.aspx" target="_blank">Floral Crown</a> by Patricia Field.</span></span><br /><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">8. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">Patricia Field styles singer Elle Varner in African print Teacup mini-dress for her "Only Wanna Give it to You" (feat. J Cole) music video. Designed by Motoko (House of Field member) for Patricia Field via </span><a href="http://thepatriciafield.tumblr.com/post/39576711676/elle-varner-rings-in-the-new-year-at-radio-city-wearing" style="line-height: 14px;" target="_blank">Patricia Field Tumblr</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 14px;">.</span></span>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-82575007888782009492013-02-16T11:13:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.720-07:00Personal Styling Tools OnlineAm I the only one that wishes my life was like this every morning? That getting dressed was completely effortless? Ok just checking.<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/yVkOsT7he9U" width="560"></iframe><br /></center><br />Now it can be... sort of.<br /><br />The other day I discovered H&M created this amazing styling tool called "<a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/dressingroom/LADIES?lid=Look_0030781#page=9" target="_blank">The Dressing Room</a>" that allows you to personally style a model. The tool has actually been around for over a year!! You can select clothes, put them together with accessories and you can even change the model's hair to create the look! It's so amazing.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KApla3XVGJA/UR_Tu5cxhkI/AAAAAAAAAlo/Z1ZnN4zOVVY/s1600/handm.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="H&M, Virtual Dressing Room, Online Dressing Room, Online personal stylist" border="0" height="252" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KApla3XVGJA/UR_Tu5cxhkI/AAAAAAAAAlo/Z1ZnN4zOVVY/s400/handm.gif" title="H&M Virtual Online Dressing Room" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I continued my search to see if other major retailers were using the software and discovered <a href="http://store-us.hugoboss.com/featured-shops/virtual-fitting-room/28101,en_US,sc.html" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a> also has a really good one too. The only thing is the selection isn't as wide. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GzIwBFG7qik/UR_XYXgLmnI/AAAAAAAAAlw/_1wllZDfYH4/s1600/hugoboss.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Hugo Boss, Virtual Dressing Room, Online Dressing Room, Online personal stylist" border="0" height="257" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GzIwBFG7qik/UR_XYXgLmnI/AAAAAAAAAlw/_1wllZDfYH4/s400/hugoboss.gif" title="Hugo Boss Virtual Dressing Room" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was thinking, not only is this a great idea for those of us who want to style ourselves (before going to the store) but also for any bloggers who also have online stores. What a great way to increase your sales! The only issue with online shopping is the fact that we can't see what we are wearing online. This is such a great tool for the business and for the shopper. Win win!! What do you think? Did you already know these were around? Do you know of any other retailers that do this?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com6Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-54482742271955546312013-02-14T12:45:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.711-07:00On Trend: The Upgraded Moto JacketLet's go back to the basics for a second and talk about the cycle of a fashion trend. I see trend adaptation like this; a few trendsetters wear the trend (usually celebrities), we end up loving it, then the risk takers start wearing it, it catches on in masses, and then designers re-create the trend in a multitude of different ways so that almost every person can like their own version of the trend. Then it explodes and either fades away never to be seen again, or becomes a staple in the wardrobe.<br /><br />Enter - the moto jacket.<br /><br />The moto jacket trend is in my opinion, one of the BEST innovated trends of all time. It is the old school motorcycle jacket re-created into a fashionable hybrid mix of the harley bike jacket and the sport bike jacket, except it's also really cute, fitted, feminine and glamorous. The re-creation of the trend is done so amazingly well that I think we forget how it used to be worn, unless maybe you think about the Ramones. But seriously, all I can think of in my mind when I think of moto jacket trend is Celine, jeans, pointy shoes, a cute clutch and Miranda Kerr.<br /><br />There are no more rules in fashion and this is a perfect example of that. The trend exploded in 2009/2010 and has been going since. Although the moto jacket is best worn in Fall, if you wear it right you can wear it any season.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ItN1dRjH_Cw/UR1N7ME8a3I/AAAAAAAAAiU/OBIRJ9KvF2g/s1600/Moto+Jacket.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Moto Jacket Trend, The Motorcycle Jacket Trend, The leather jacket trend, Phillip Lim, Moto, Celine jacket, How to wear the leather jacket, How to wear the moto jacket" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ItN1dRjH_Cw/UR1N7ME8a3I/AAAAAAAAAiU/OBIRJ9KvF2g/s1600/Moto+Jacket.png" title="The Upgraded Moto Jacket Trend" /></a></div><br />Celine jacket photo via <a href="http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/street-style/b--Celine-perfection-5637.html" target="_blank">Celine Perfection</a> at Fashionising.comTarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-36742029970461720172013-02-12T20:45:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.705-07:00Blogger Style Icons: The Beckerman SistersThe reason I love the Beckerman sisters is like any other; they are original, funky, loud, bold and totally creative!! In their originality they easily inspire and deliver a refreshing composite to the typical style covered on fashion blogs. If you have never heard of them you need to check out their blog STAT.<br /><br />They will influence you in a new way, for sure. <a href="http://beckermanbiteplate.blogspot.ca/">http://beckermanbiteplate.blogspot.ca/</a> Enjoy!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UwmlZIZ7DTs/URr74niWmGI/AAAAAAAAAfE/dbclvNO5mCw/s1600/Beckerman+Sisters.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Blogger Style Icons, The Beckerman Sisters, Beckerman Bite Plate Blog, Toronto Fashion, Street Fashion" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UwmlZIZ7DTs/URr74niWmGI/AAAAAAAAAfE/dbclvNO5mCw/s1600/Beckerman+Sisters.png" title="Blogger Style Icon - The Beckerman Sisters" /></a></div><br />Photos via <a href="http://beckermanbiteplate.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Beckerman Bite Plate</a>, <a href="http://www.torontolife.com/daily/style/buyers-market-style/2012/04/26/beckerman-sisters-hm-summer-lounge-may-toronto/" target="_blank">Toronto Life</a>, <a href="http://www.ahutchphoto.com/2011/04/when-tommy-met-anna.html" target="_blank">AHutchPhoto.com</a>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com9Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-6481488296479097422013-02-12T01:18:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.715-07:00Designer Spotlight: Mercura NYC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While I was researching photos for this post I discovered who the creator of Nasty Gal was; Sophia Amoruso (she's featured in picture 1). I had no idea who she was until I saw the photo of her with these gorgeous Mercura glasses on. Now everything makes <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pele5vptVgc" target="_blank">so much more sense</a>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BlgSOvq2D9I/URndhyjXldI/AAAAAAAAAd0/TpiEkJdU78Y/s1600/Designer+Spotlight+Mercura+NYC.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Designer Spotlight: Mercura NYC Sunglasses, Lady Gaga sunglasses, Designer, Editorial Fashion, Art Glasses" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BlgSOvq2D9I/URndhyjXldI/AAAAAAAAAd0/TpiEkJdU78Y/s1600/Designer+Spotlight+Mercura+NYC.png" title="Designer Spotlight: Mercura NYC" /></a></div><br />1. Nasty Gal creator, Sophia Amoruso at NYFW SS12. Photo via <a href="http://www.elbowsandkneesblog.com/?tag=sophia-amoruso-rhinestone-cat-eye-sunglasses" target="_blank">Elbowsandkneesblog.com</a> via Elle<br />2. Blank Magazine, October 2011. Styled by Lyndsey Hornyak. Photo via <a href="http://trillista.tumblr.com/post/40688789703/mercura-nyc-blank-magazine-october-2011-via" target="_blank">Trillista Tumblr</a> via Mercura NYC <a href="http://mercuranyc.blogspot.ca/2010/09/blank-magazine-october-2011-styled-by.html" target="_blank">blog</a><br />3. Singer, songwriter Neon Hitch at NYFW AW13. Covered by Garment District Diva, styled by Kyle Luu. Photo via Mercura NYC <a href="http://mercuranyc.blogspot.ca/2013/02/front-row-nyfw-covered-by-garment.html" target="_blank">blog</a><br />4. Olivia Dawn for Pulp Magazine 2012. Photographed by Brent Goldsmith, Editor <a href="https://twitter.com/ElaineJyll" target="_blank">Elaine Jyll Regio</a>, Hair & Makeup by <a href="http://andrewelek.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Andrew Elek</a>. Photo via Tales from Pluto <a href="http://talesfrompluto.tumblr.com/post/34854610621/olivia-dawn-for-pulp-magazine-2012-meet-my" target="_blank">Tumblr</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><u>Additional links:</u> </span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.zinkmagazine.com/designer-profiles/mercura-on-fire" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Zink Magazine designer feature</span></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: center;">Mercura NYC's </span><a href="http://mercuranyc.blogspot.ca/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">BLOG</a></span></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com11Toronto, ON, Canada43.653226 -79.38318429999998243.285996499999996 -80.028631299999986 44.0204555 -78.737737299999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-45144463875257811032013-02-10T18:09:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.709-07:00Rihanna: Best Dressed at Grammys 2013I couldn't resist. Rihanna killed it!! Hands down she is the best dressed in the whole place. I couldn't even post anybody else. Stunningly beautiful!!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://static02.mediaite.com/gossipcop/uploads/gallery/grammy-awards-2013/161401184.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rihanna, Grammys, Azzedine Alaia, Manolo Blahnik" border="0" height="400" src="http://static02.mediaite.com/gossipcop/uploads/gallery/grammy-awards-2013/161401184.jpg" title="Rihanna at Grammys 2013 Best Dressed" width="265" /></a><a href="http://ll-media.tmz.com/2013/02/10/grammy-awards-guess-2-4-480w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="Rihanna, Grammys, Neil Lane, Red Nails" border="0" height="320" src="http://ll-media.tmz.com/2013/02/10/grammy-awards-guess-2-4-480w.jpg" title="Rihanna Grammys Fashion 2013 - Neil Lane" width="300" /></a></div><br />Rihanna's dress is by Tunisian-born couturier and shoe designer <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/Shop/Designers/Alaia" target="_blank">Azzedine Alaia</a>, her jewelry is by <a href="http://www.neillanejewelry.com/" target="_blank">Neil Lane</a> and she has on Manolo Blahniks hidden underneath that beautiful gown!Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-22694107756202252482013-02-10T00:28:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.700-07:00New York Fashion WeekWhile everybody is busy talking about the snow storm, can we take a minute to focus on the amazingness of the runway looks for Fall/Winter 2013-14? There are so many beautiful looks. For starters, everything Balmain is amazing. I've been obsessed with Balmain ever since <a href="http://www.womenforchange.info/2009/04/rihanna-vs-beyonce-balmain-jacket-ss09-collection/" target="_blank">Beyonce wore that amazing military jacket</a> in 2009. Remember that? Oh it was sooo good. But I digress..<br /><div><div><br /></div><div>Back to the looks - Balmain is absolutely stunning - the entire collection. I love the clean lines and sleek silhouettes. I really admire the collections from Jen Kao and Jill Stuart as well. Personally, I can't wear a lot of the power shoulder looks but I can definitely admire from afar. I posted my favourite looks below.</div><div><br /></div><div>In order of amazingness I would have to say that so far it's Balmain, Marissa Webb, Jill Stuart and Jen Kao. Check out the full collections at <a href="http://style.com/">Style.com</a> or <a href="http://wwd.com/">WWD.com</a><br /><div><div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 500px;"><div style="position: relative;"><br /><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/fashion_week_aw13/set?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=71882558" target="_blank"><img alt="Balmain, Jen Kao, Marissa Webb, Jill Stuart, Runway looks, NYWF, AW13" border="0" force="1" src="http://cfc.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/.sig/kXUDaDiaruanPtvReUXg/cid/71882558/id/T7yRIYSqS8qGP4af_7ipaQ/size/c500x286.jpg" title="New York Fashion Week Runway Looks AW13/14" /></a></div></div></div></div></div></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-25935865651347487592013-02-09T09:20:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.703-07:00On Trend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W6f5aJ8xDAM/URaCeH9o9NI/AAAAAAAAAcU/B9ZKEEbZdK4/s1600/Black+Leather+A-Line+Skirt.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A-Line Skirt, Get the look, Fashion, Black Leather Skirt" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-W6f5aJ8xDAM/URaCeH9o9NI/AAAAAAAAAcU/B9ZKEEbZdK4/s1600/Black+Leather+A-Line+Skirt.png" title="The A-Line Skirt in Black Leather. Finds from H&M, Forever 21, River Island, YSL, Miss Selfridge" /></a></div><u>Links:</u><br />Shopping: <a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/blouses--shirts/blouses/Cream-contrast-trim-bow-dolly-blouse-632755" target="_blank">River Island blouse</a>, <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/09362?article=09362-A" target="_blank">H&M skirt</a>, <a href="http://www.forever21.com/product/br.aspx?br21=black-faux-leather-skirt" target="_blank">Forever 21 Skirt</a>, <a href="http://www.missselfridge.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33055&storeId=12554&productId=9052104&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=BLACK%20LEATHER&pageSize=40" target="_blank">Miss Selfridge skirt</a>, <a href="http://www.ysl.com/en_US/shop-products/Women/Shoes/Pumps-No-Strap/classic-saint-laurent-paris-t-strap-in-black-patent-leather_805169022.html#!{"products":{"315537B8I00":{"size":"34","color":"1000"}}}" target="_blank">YSL pumps</a><br />Photo: Daniela Ramirez, <a href="http://www.nanysklozet.com/2013/02/slits-and-pleats.html" target="_blank">Nany's Klozet</a><br />History: <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Encyclopedia-Of-Clothing-And-Fashion/dp/0684313952" target="_blank">Encyclopedia of Clothing & Fashion</a>, Valerie Steele<br /><span style="background-color: #ddeeff; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17.265625px;"><span style="font-family: sans-serif;"><br /></span></span>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-43842243424160636412013-02-07T15:56:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.708-07:00Finding InspirationSince I've started my blog I've found it so much easier to find inspiration for fashion, home decor, beauty, cooking, writing and even conversation! I think it's because I have a purpose for it, or rather, an avenue to exert it into a form of creative output. I find inspiration everywhere- in other blogs, at home, listening to music, movies, videos, walking down the street, shopping, even driving in my car! It's easy to find once you begin to look for it.<br /><br />Patterns are everywhere right now and they pair so nicely with light colours. I created this fun inspiration board out of admiration for these beautiful designs.<br /><br />I'm thinking of making this a regular post, what do you think? Where do you find your inspiration? More importantly, how do fashion bloggers stay inspired?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y5MniG8ipw4/URRAThOdj2I/AAAAAAAAAYc/Qwz_6viV3Lc/s1600/Finding+Inspiration+Set+-+Feb+7+2013.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fashion Inspiration, Pattern Inspiration, Home Design, Decor, Jewelry, Runway" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y5MniG8ipw4/URRAThOdj2I/AAAAAAAAAYc/Qwz_6viV3Lc/s1600/Finding+Inspiration+Set+-+Feb+7+2013.png" title="Fashion Inspiration found everywhere, DANNIJO, Mary Katrantzou runway, Kelly Wearstler, Katie Ridder, Christian Lacroix" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />Photo Credits:<br /><a href="http://www.quilllondon.com/christian-lacroix-paper-ps-ikat-notebook.html" target="_blank">Christian Lacroix Notebook</a><br /><a href="http://insideout.topshop.com/2012/09/mary-katrantzou-ss13" target="_blank">Mary Katrantzou SS13 Runway</a><br /><a href="http://www.kellywearstler.com/Marquetry-Salad-Plate/HF11MQ07282,default,pd.html?dwvar_HF11MQ07282_color=1&start=93&productTemplate=product%2fproduct&cgid=58" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler collection</a><br /><a href="https://dannijo.com/gallery/collection/view/cid/8" target="_blank">DANNIJO Lookbook</a><br /><a href="http://tokyojinja.com/2011/11/20/katie-ridder-eat-your-heart-out/" target="_blank">Designed room by Katie Ridder</a>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7104590696402051648.post-16022764496715747422013-02-05T17:11:00.000-08:002013-04-11T15:19:37.699-07:00What to Wear? - The Fashion Interview<div>Have you ever found it frustrating figuring out what to wear to your interview? It happens to me all the time. I have probably gone over about 40-50 interviews in my lifetime and every single time I get stuck! Most recently I went on an interview and the recruiter said my Calvin Klein dress looked like an evening gown.. Ouch!</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's some inspiration to help us figure out what to wear..</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 500px;"><div style="position: relative;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/what_to_wear_fashion_interview/set?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=71346005" target="_blank"><img alt="Alexander Wang, Dior, Lip gloss, Outfit, Career, Blouse" border="0" force="1" src="http://cfc.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/.sig/tcBEzxMUBY8o0hA1zJ8Hg/cid/71346005/id/g5m8nFqIQ_y_dDCJqHbyiw/size/c500x332.jpg" title="What to Wear to Fashion Job Interview" /></a></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=66563894" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/66563894.jpg" title="Vince Camuto long sleeve top" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=63895861" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/63895861.jpg" title="Aso" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=62028597" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/62028597.jpg" title="ASOS long sleeve top" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=61343953" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/61343953.jpg" title="Dolce Gabbana leopard shirt" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=70780943" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/70780943.jpg" title="Sam Lavi sheer blouse" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=75392082" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/75392082.jpg" title="White top" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=72336957" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/72336957.jpg" title="Alexander McQueen peplum jacket" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=75149369" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/75149369.jpg" title="Jil sander navy" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=66604916" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak1.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/66604916.jpg" title="Apt 9 apt 9" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=74639040" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/74639040.jpg" title="Alexander Wang pointed toe pumps" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=74162942" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/74162942.jpg" title="Kate spade earrings" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=32241467" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/32241467.jpg" title="Christian dior" vspace="4" width="50" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2634274&.svc=blogger&id=67181536" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank"><img force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-thing/size/s/tid/67181536.jpg" title="Christian Dior nail lacquer" vspace="4" width="50" /></a></div></div>Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00230783580223622685noreply@blogger.com2