What I Wore: Red Hot

Well, LGFW is done and over with…for now. And I am happy to report that I have survived the waiting around, the dehydration, the pushing and the shoving, and the seat stealing. Phew! Weather was pretty sucky last week, so I don’t have too many photos to share with you. Bad blogger, I know.

Making its blog debut is my OBJECT by George Antonopoulos for Danier shirt with leather sleeves. It literally goes with everything…such an awesome purchase! Can’t wait to see what George will come up with for spring!

I also wore these J.Crew lookalike pants that cost me a whopping $11! Yup, you read it right…eleven dollars. The coat was a gift from the Old Navy dream team…and I seriously love it so much! It was tough to choose just one…especially since they have another one available in…wait for it…leopard print! But I resisted the leopard-urge, and picked up this red car coat instead. You like?

More LGFW pics and reports coming soon!

I Wore: Coat, Pants – c/o Old Navy; Shirt – OBJECT by George Antonopoulos for Danier; Necklace – c/o Caroline Neron; Shoes – Nine West; Ring – YSL; Clutch – Prada

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Style Blog, October 25th 2011 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Fashion, Organic Style, What I Wore

Philip Sparks Fall 2011

When it comes to fashion, usually, I’m the one taking le boyfriend to parties and events. Not this time. This time, he entered the Philips Sparks Fashion Show Experience Contest…and won! Which meant that he could bring me backstage with him, so see the magic as it was happening! Such a lovely surprise…and WINNING!

Anyway…silliness aside, I arrived at the Burroughes building full of high hopes – it is Philip Sparks we’re talking about afterall. His first womenswear collection was a huge hit, and seeing his kick-ass cherry blossom printed jumpsuit on Anita of I Want –  I Got, I wondered whether he could give us something to covet once again…And after seeing his Fall 2011 collection, I’m delighted that his foray into womenswear was no one-hit wonder. 

From head to toe, both male and female models looked rosy-cheeked, fresh and ready for a Canadian winter. Philips Sparks’ signature plaid was present, as was his newest obsession  - original prints. While Spring 2011 was full of cherry blossoms, Fall 2011 was all about the rust-colored maple leafs (not the hockey team, thank goodness!). Another highlight of the collection was the abundance of shearling on muffs, collars, and hats – perfect for our winters - so old school, and yet somehow it felt brand new.

But the definite showstopper, for me at least, was the Janelle Monae-esque lady tux. If anyone is looking for a Best (Wo)man outfit, this is it! Pair it with some sparkly Brian Atwood pumps a la Anne Hathaway at the Oscars, and you’ve got yourself a WINNING combo!

Overall, I really enjoyed the presentation, and had a blast backstage, watching all of the fashion pros doing their thing – making the magic happen right before my eyes – from shoe selections, to makeup touch-ups, to Elmer Olsen stopping by to say hello to seemingly calm Philip Sparks and his models - it was almost intoxicating. The buzz from the showroom full of journos, complaining about too many bloggers, bloggers re-connecting with their friends, Toronto fashion celebs showing off their outlandish outfits, and photographers snapping photos feverishly, was all part of the scene from the first show of this season’s Rogue Fashion Week – and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Photo Credits: All photos property of Style Blog

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Style Blog, March 23rd 2011 | Tags: , , , , , , ,
Posted in Fashion

And The New LG Fashion Week Venue Is…

…30 Ordnance Avenue. And though this year’s location is slightly closer to downtown than last years’ King and Shaw haunt. Yet, 30 Ordnance Avenue isn’t as public transit friendly as either Shaw or Nathan Phillips Square locations. So far my thoughts on this new venue are…no likey. Though Robin Kay, President of the FDCC seems to disagree.

“The new location for LG Fashion Week Beauty by L’Oréal Paris exemplifies The Power of Style,” said Robin Kay. “ 30 Ordnance Avenue is a very powerful space. Formerly a manufacturer’s warehouse, the unique and spacious decor creates an amazing aura that I’m sure will add to the event. I have great hopes for a powerful fashion future in this wonderful venue.”

Will just have to wait and see. I can imagine, cab companies will be profiting from this venue change the most. What are your thoughts on this?

Photo Credits: www.lgfashionweek.ca

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Style Blog, February 22nd 2010 | Tags: , , ,
Posted in Events, Fashion

Friday Faux Pas: Tavi’s Bow

To some, even the thought of a 13-year old in front row of a Dior couture show is already blasphemous. But to have to watch a show from second row through Tavi’s “pesky hat”, must’ve been mighty annoying. What are your thoughts on this? Is it wrong to wear an obstructive hat in front row, or is she entitled to wear whatever she feels is right?

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Style Blog, January 29th 2010 | Tags: , , ,
Posted in Fashion, Faux Pas

To Shop or Not to Shop?

Don’t want to lose Fashion Week? Then shop! At least that’s what the Style Coalition is “selling” in this new video. Do you buy it or do you spend your hard-earned cash on more practical things like rent in these troubled times?

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Style Blog, July 24th 2009 | Tags: , ,
Posted in Fashion, Shopping