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What I Wore: The Future is Bright

26 September, 2016 Nelia 2 Comments

Last weekend, I finally got to check out the much talked about in/future “festival of art and music at Ontario Place”. And while, I think this “art experience” was definitely overpriced and overhyped, there were a few interesting installations to check out, and the views from Ontario Place were certainly worth it. If anything, in/future was great for outfit photos, which we obviously took advantage of.

As you can see, I chopped off my hair, and now have to re-learn how to dress for this haircut all over again. To be honest, it feels weird seeing myself in the mirror and in photos, and not having colourful hair, but exciting at the same time. I’m looking forward to dressing for fall, and being a brunette again, even if I’m really starting to miss my long unicorn locks. Hopefully, this haircut will grow on me, but a much longer post on this subject coming soon.

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Styled By Nelia: Timeless Outerwear Trends

10 September, 2014 Nelia Leave a Comment

With fall on our heels, it’s time to start updating our wardrobes. Sandals and shorts may not have as much wearability once rainy weather sets in, so off they go to the back of the closet, and out come the sweaters, the boots and the leather pants. As with every new season, there’s excitement in the air, and temptation to buy lots of new trendy clothes. And while I don’t discourage you from jumping on the trend bandwagon, sometimes a girl can’t handle any more one-season-wonders in her closet. Last month, I stopped by Mendocino – one of the trendiest stores at Yorkdale – to find 3 items that are in this season, but won’t go out of style for at least a few years, and maybe ever! I focused on outerwear, because living in Toronto, you really can’t have too many coats and jackets, and here’s what happened:

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First Free People Store Opens in Canada

3 August, 2012 Nelia Leave a Comment

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The very first Free People boutique in Toronto, and in Canada opened yesterday at 79 Yorkville Avenue, adding yet another US brand to the Canadian shopping landscape. The new store, spread out over three floors has an intimate boho feel to it, stocked with clothes that are tailor-made for free-spirited young things, looking for fun and funky pieces that are perfect for attending summer festivals (Osheaga, anyone?), hanging out with friends at the cottage, or lazy weekends at Trinity Bellwoods.

“We are incredibly excited to begin our retail expansion into the Canadian market,” said Beth Wehagen, Free People’s Director of Stores. “Our choice of Toronto as the first store in the market was an easy one given the city’s history as a forerunner in driving fashion and culture throughout the country. We love the architecture along Yorkville Ave and feel it truly captures the eclectic and creative nature of our brand.”

My favorite pieces included uber-feminine lacey tops and dresses, printed denim and cords (paisley, and floral, and striped…oh my!), and chambray shirts with colorful patches. Will have to make sure to go back and try everything on!

Free People’s second Canadian store will be opening in Calgary on August 31st, at the Chinook Centre. Who’s excited?

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