2011 July | Style Blog

Style Fille: Miroslava Duma

Mira is a woman after my own heart, whether wearing the shit out of her scarlett 3.1 Philip Lim trench, rocking an H&M shirt/dress without any shoes, or sporting one of my favorite Christopher Kane galaxy dresses, she always looks like a million bucks. If you’re a fan of this tiny style fille’s fashion sense, make sure to check out her latest venture – Buro 24/7. If you’re a Russian-speaker like me, you’ll be happy to read some great fashion articles, and for the rest of you, there’s Mira’s daily outfits to keep you clicking. Either way, it’s a win-win.

Photo Credits: Buro 24/7

Peacock Parade Launch Party at Thompson Hotel

Last week, Al and I made our way to Thompson Hotel to celebrate the launch of the newest online luxury retailer – Peacock Parade. The website, founded by two Canadian gals, promises to deliver luxury labels at insider prices (or up to 70% off retail), and will include pieces from select Canadian designers. Like many other ”sample sale” websites, Peacock Parade is a membership-based store. All you need to do is request free membership, and once your request is granted, you’ll get to browse and shop some amazing deals…deals that won’t cost you an arm and a leg to ship to Canada. I can certainly get used to that!

The party itself was a pleasant surprise, as Thompson’s roof lounge (with its sweeping vistas of Toronto) is a perfect venue for any event. We mingled with the lovely jewelry/handbag designer Jenny Bird, who is the newest face of YSL Beaute Canada, and whose gorgeous designs will soon be available at Peacock Parade. I also got to meet the Ukranian-born, Toronto-based designer Katya Revenko of Desperately Different in her very own custom-designed golden jumpsuit (that she shared was originally a pair of pants).

We loved being a part of Peacock Parade launch, and truly cannot wait to see what’s in store for this online retailer.

To request membership, please go to http://www.thepeacockparade.com/signup

Dr. Martens Fall 2011 Collection Preview

In stores for Fall 2011…very soon: floral Docs, pony hair Docs, paisley Docs, hologram Docs, high-heeled Docs, creeper Docs, fur-lined Docs, British-made Docs, canvas Docs, glossy Docs, broken-in Docs…

How does one choose only ONE pair for the season? Mission Impossible. I must have at least three. My short list is: floral, paisley, and lace-up high heels. What are your faves?

Many thanks to Micki Benedetti for the opportunity to be wowed by the Fall 2011 Dr. Martens line-up. So many stunners!

What I Wore: Easy Breezy

When the summer heat threatens to melt my face off, the only option in my closet that is actually AN OPTION is a breezy cotton dress. Well, going buck naked would also be quite breezy, but not very classy. Though still quite tempting.

This dress in particular is not even a dress, really. It’s a tank-top that cost me 10 bucks at H&M. And there you have it, folks – long tank top and no pants. Classy all the way.

So what about you? What do you wear in this sweltering heat? Let me know in the comments! But, please, whatever you do, don’t send me your nude photos. I get enough of those already. Just kidding. I don’t get nearly enough. So yeah, send them right over!*

I Wore: Tank/Dress – H&M; Shoes – Steve Madden; Necklace – Forever 21; Bag – c/o Ecco; Earrings – Grandma’s; Sunglasses – Ray Ban; Lipstick – Joe Fresh Fuschia

*Seriously, don’t!

Wishlist: Charlotte Olympia ‘Smoking Cat’ Shoes

If you know me, you know that I’m not a classic shoe girl. I am all about the quirk, and the wow-factor, and the extra-extra…and these Charlotte Olympia “Hello Kitty” Smoking Cat shoes definitely deliver on all counts. And though initially I was obsessed with the kitty wedge, right now, I actually think I prefer the flat version, which I’m sure I would wear all the time. I just know it.

Also, I own a black cat named Pepper…who looks a lot like these lovely shoes. It’s almost as if Charlotte was thinking of ME when designing these. Coincidence? I think not!

These babies will be available this fall at The Room at The Bay, and are going right on my holiday wishlist. Hint, hint…nudge, nudge.

What do you think? Crazy or crazy awesome? Take the poll below.

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Photo Credits: 1st and 3rd photos – TFS; 2nd photo – Nordstrom

What I Wore: Princess

Last week, thanks to the awesome folks over at Frantic Films, I got to film a guest spot on the Slice TV show – Princess. If you haven’t seen this reality show – it’s basically about spoiled girls that spend way too much money on makeup/clothes/hair/going out, then milk their friends/family/boyfriends for money, while accumulating a lot of debt in the process. The show’s host and Financial Guru Gail Vaz-Oxlade teaches these “princesses” to live within their means through a series of challenges.

My role in one of the challenges was to critique Sarah-The-Princess’ blog post about style on a student’s budget. It was really exhillarating to have been able to participate in the filming…mostly because I had to push my personal anxieties aside, and step out of my comfort zone to be able to do it.

I’m not exactly sure what my 10 seconds of fame will look like, given that I was trembling like a leaf on the inside…but hopefully I wasn’t a spectacular failure at my first attempt at reality TV. Thank goodness for the wonderful crew, that helped me feel as comfortable as I possibly could. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

As for my outfit…I’ve been getting LOTS of compliments, quizzical looks, and “where did you buy it” questions about this skirt. And the truth is - it was somewhat of a DIY. I chopped off most of the lining to give it a breezy, see-through look, but other than that – it’s from (and courtesy of) Gap! You like?

I Wore: Top – H&M; Skirt – c/o Gap (DIY); Scarf – Alexander McQueen (Holt Renfrew); Shoes – Urban Outfitters; Bag – Prada; Bracelet – BCBG; Ring – YSL; Sunglasses – Ray Ban

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Style Blog, July 18th 2011 | Tags: Alexander McQueen, BCBG, Frantic Films, Gail Vaz-Oxlade, Gap, H&M, Holt Renfrew, Organic Style, Prada, Princess, Ray Ban, Slice TV, Urban Outfitters, What I Wore, YSL
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Holidays 2011: Aldo Ad Campaign feat. Lily Donaldson and Matthew Gray Gubler

Are you seeing what I’m seeing? These amazing photos of Aldo’s Holiday 2011 Ad Campaign are giving me the “I need it now” shakes. The glittery heels that Lily Donaldson is rocking below? Ah-mazing. And those Miu-Miu-esque star pumps above have me starry eyed, and getting my wallet ready for some damage.

What do you think about this new campaign, featuring model/actress Lily Donaldson and Criminal Minds’ cutie Matthew Gray Gubler? Personally…I love. Can’t wait till they are available!

PS. Aldo just confirmed that these shoes will be in stores sometime in October. Only 3 months to go!

Photo Credits: Aldo Shoes

What I Wore: Dot, Dot, Dot

Those of you that follow me on Twitter, already know that Mondays nights are reserved for Bachelor/Bachelorette watching/bitching. It’s my not-so-secret guilty pleasure. Don’t lie, I know you have one too! Anyway, this season of Bachelorette is probably one of the most frustrating/annoying/boring seasons in a while, and somehow I still tune in every Monday. What is wrong with me???

More importantly, what is wrong with ASHLEY? Her constant whining over that douche Bentley leaves me gasping for air…as I simply don’t have enough lung capacity to be screaming at the TV for the entire hour. Sometimes, she says the word “Bentley” 5 times in one minute. If you don’t think that it’s a lot, try playing a drinking game – for every time that dreaded word escapes Ashley’s mouth, take a shot of tequila. By the time the show is over, you’ll be passed out on the floor of your living room.

Anyway…the point is…I hate this show, and everything it stands for…but yet I still tune in week after week. How does it relate to my outfit? Well, it kinda doesn’t. But if you watch The Bachelorette, you know what “dot, dot, dot” stands for…and let’s just say, this post was “inspired” by the “dot, dot, dot”…oh, and also, my shirt has dots on it.

Brain vacay…it’s a thing.

I Wore: Shirt – Forever21; Pants – Gap; Bag – Prada; Shoes – JLo (Winners); Necklace – Balisi

What I Wore: Fun in Acapulco

This is yet another one of those “misleading title” posts. Legal disclaimer: I didn’t have fun in Acapulco last weekend. Truth is…I’ve never even been to Acapulco. But if it’s any consolation…if I were to go…this is what I’d wear.

Last weekend, le boyfriend and I jumped into a Zip Car, packed up some leftover brisket from Barque, and drove to Georgina, ON – the home of Sibbald Point, or Acapulco substitute for the day. Despite the drizzle of rain, we persevered, and were in turn rewarded with a few hours of blissful sun…sandy beach and all.

Have I mentioned that I love summer? No? Well, now you know it. How was your weekend?

I Wore: Tank Top, Skirt – Forever21; Hat, Bathing Suit, Bracelets – H&M; Bag – c/o Ecco; Necklace – c/o Banana Republic; Earrings - atelier l.a.f.; Shoes – Urban Outfitters; Sunglasses – Ray Ban; Tote – The Bay

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Style Blog, July 11th 2011 | Tags: atelier l.a.f., Banana Republic, Barque, Canadian, Ecco, Forever21, H&M, Organic Style, Ray Ban, Sibbald Point, The Bay, Urban Outfitters, What I Wore
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What I Wore: Apples and Oranges

Sorry for slow-mo posting this week…and for being horrid at responding to your emails. My brain is on vacation…so…yeah. You might also ask…”Why apples and oranges? There’s no fruit in sight!” Well, I was going to call this post Orange You Glad…but it turns out that I used that clever name already…so Apples and Oranges it is. Brain vacay…it’s a thing.

Anywhooo…Here’s what I wore last weekend for Pride in Toronto. A little bit of colorblocking, and the new fave shoes in my closet - Flare x Aldo collab wedges. Nice and summery. Short and sweet. Like this post.

Have a lovely weekend!!!

I Wore: Top, Skirt – Zara; Shoes – Flare x Aldo; Necklaces – H&M, Forever21; Backpack – Chanel; Rings – YSL, H&M; Bracelets – H&M, BCBG; Sunglasses – Ray Ban

What I Wore: Canada Day

First of all, I wanted to apologize for the amount of wrinkles on my shorts in these pictures. I can already hear you yelling at me for not being a good blogger, and posting these wrinkled-ass shorts pics. Well, in my defense…this is what cotton shorts look like after a three-hour-long drive to Lindsay. Yes, it took us three hours to get to Lindsay, ON last Friday. Three glorious hours of Ace of Base, Best of Backstreet Boys, some old school Puff Daddy, and Nana thrown in for good measure, with a dash of Bryan Adams Unplugged. It was either that, or Indian music, courtesy of my friend Donkey. Thanks, but no, thanks.

The reason for our trip to the mysterious faraway land of Lindsey was to visit our friend Jo. She and her hubby had the crazy idea to relocate there (of all places), and this was our first attempt at being good friends and visiting the fam.

Truthfully, it wasn’t all that bad. Lindsey, I mean. Yeah, it was way too far for my liking, but the fact is…the beach is a quick drive away, Kawartha’s best ice-cream is the most delish thing I’ve had all summer, and there is something very charming about a neverending backyard. So, after some hot dogs (yum), Barefoot Bubbly Moscato Spumante + Pom Juice Cocktails (yummy), some homemade smores (yummier), and the most amazing…no, seriously, the creamiest ice-cream ever…I was ready to move right in.

Instead, I was dragged back to Toronto, kicking and screaming. Until next time.

PS. According to le boyfriend, this is not a Canada Day outfit…this is a Poland Day outfit. And though technically, there’s no such day, I would never be able to convince the stubborn Aries otherwise. So yeah, I looked like the Polish flag on Canada Day. Quick, call the Prime Minister!

I Wore: Shirt, Ring - Forever21; Shorts – Banana Republic; Shoes, Bracelets - H&M; Bag – c/o Ecco; Sunglasses – Ray Ban (c/o Lenscrafters)

Wishlist: Hunter “Lapins” Lace Up High Heel Rubber Boots

I know that we just got our first taste of summer this year, but I’m already moving on to fall. Mostly, because I live in Canada, and the truth is – sooner, rather than later, cold weather will prevail…no matter how hard I stomp my flip-flopped feet.

And this fall season, I seriously want to stomp around in these hawt babies. Hunter “Lapins” Lace-up High Heel Rubber Boots ($225 USD, also come in Dark Olive and Navy). You read it right. HIGH. HEEL. RUBBER. BOOTS. Where have you been all my life?

The hunt for these Hunters is now in full effect. If you live in Toronto, and know where I can acquire these babies, please be a pal and let me know. Because as much as I love these boots, I don’t think I’m ready to buy them online just yet. What if they don’t fit? What if…Ok, yeah…the only concern for me here, is whether or not they will fit. That’s all.

So what do you think about these? Is it too early to care? Are they hideous? Are they lovely? Let me know what you think in the comments, or do the poll-thing below.

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Photo Credits: Hunter

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