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LG Fashion Week: Joe Fresh Spring 2012 Collection

If I had to use one word to describe the Joe Fresh Spring 2012 collection it would be…awesomesauce. Because it was!

I know that I mostly stand alone, when I say that summer is my fave fashion season. Most people prefer fall with its abundant layering possibilities, but for me, especially in mostly fall-less Toronto, summer clothes rule! Which is why, although I loved last season’s Technicolor neoprene coats (which should be available this month btw), my fave Joe Fresh collection to date is Spring-Summer 2012.

So what caught my eye? Almost everything. But especially the honeymoon-appropriate breezy dresses (which I sincerely hope will be available come May – fingers crossed), the fancy pants that I so dearly love, classic black and white essentials with a twist (leather collared white shirt, anyone?), and fun menswear pieces.

Come to think of it, those printed menswear pants and blazers were so damn good, that I actually wish that they’d made similar versions for the ladies. But given the great womenswear selection, I’m not one to complain. I’ll happily take those green and blue printed pants instead, thankyouverymuch.

Overall, I loved the Joe Fresh Spring 2012 collection! Lots of fun pieces to dream about all through this cold and dreary season. And at Joe Fresh prices? You know you’ll be able to buy it all. Off the runway, and into your closet, without having to take out a second mortgage. And that, my friends, is awesomesauce!

Do you like what you see? Share your thoughts on this collection in the comments.

Photo Credits: Jenna Marie Wakani via Toronto Life

LG Fashion Week: Sears Attitude by Jay Manuel Spring 2012

My very first LGFW show of the season ended up being Attitude by Jay Manuel. Having skipped Day 1, I was really looking forward to hitting the tents, and soaking up the excitement and the buzz surrounding each show. And was there ever buzz for Jay’s Spring 2012 collection! There were rumours that Tyra Banks was planning an appearance, that ANTM model-wannabes were going to be strutting their stuff…there were rumours, but none of them were true.

Instead, we got to see a solid summer collection, full of covetable resortwear pieces, separates for the working girls (not those working girls), and lovely prints. Styled by the multi-talented George Antonopoulos, the show was cohesive, and actually a lot of fun (complete with dry ice, and a psychedelic runway). And though I wasn’t a fan of Jay’s Fall 2011 effort, this collection had me ooh-ing, and aah-ing (and making wishlists) all through the show. Printed pieces had me at hello, as did the pink pants (above), and the sleek trenches. But the object of my desire this time around was definitely the printed jumpsuit (below)! I hope it looks as good on me, as it does on that leggy model.

So tell me, did you like Jay Manuel’s Spring 2012 collection? Share in the comments.

Photo Credits: Jenna Marie Wakani via Toronto Life

Toronto Fashion Week: Greta Constantine Spring 2012 Collection

It feels like just yesterday, I was excitedly waiting for the Greta Constantine Spring 2012 show to start (fashionably late, of course), anticipating the next slew of gorgeous frocks that I will be sure to covet. Was it worth the wait? Most definitely!

So what should you anticipate next spring? Vivid jewel tones, moody greys, blacks, and whites, as well as the designers’ signature draping, ruching, Grecian silhouettes…and leather! Surprisingly for me, although I really liked the colorful jersey dresses, the ones that stood out this time, were the simpler monochromatic pieces. Wrapped in those gorgeous leather vests, skirts, and shrugs, you get what I can only describe as urban warrior princess’ uniform. A mix of fierceness, and vulnerability.

As always, Kirk and Stephen did not disappoint, and showcased a beautiful, wearable collection, for a modern woman. And this modern woman would like one of each, please and thank you.

What do you think of Greta Constantine Spring 2012 collection? Is it something you’d love to wear? Let me know in the comments.

Photo Credits: Jenna Marie Wakani via Toronto Life

Greta Constantine for Aldo Shoes Sneak Peek

Tonight, the uber-talented designers of Greta Constantine will be presenting their Spring 2012 collection, and I hope that we’ll be seeing a sneak peek of their Aldo collab live on the runway! Flare gave us the first look at the newest Canadian designer collab with the homegrown shoe label this morning, and I’m loving it.

“While last season was a global trek, this season it’s about change and transformation.  We’ve been wanting to incorporate a thicker sole into all of the shoes we create. And so, for spring/summer 2012, we did just that. Something about a white shoe not only catches your eye but everyone else’s too,” shared design duo Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong, of their shoe inspiration.

What do you think about this new collab? Share in the comments.

Photo Credits: Aldo via Flare Magazine

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