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Toronto Fashion Jobs – Transitional Jackets

Thursday, March 14th, 2013

It’s that time of year again; when freezing dreary mornings can turn into sunny warm-ish afternoons and back again at the drop of a hat. Navigate the always-unpredictable Mother Nature with a transitional jacket and move seamlessly from winter to spring. With so many fits, styles, and fabrics to choose from, you’ll be able to find the perfect piece, whether you want to add some edge to your go-to night outfit or a vibrant pop of colour to a cloudy commute.

1. Pop Boutique Harrington Jacket, $56, available at ASOS
2. NastyGal Two Tone Anorak, $68
3. BDG Faux Leather Ribbed Collar Bomber Jacket, $59, available at Urban Outfitters
4. Banana Republic Yellow Mac Jacket, $104
5. Topshop Bright Floral Boucle Coat, £79.00
6. Jack by BB Dakota Trench, $80, available at ModCloth

By: Sara Constantineau, Vancouver

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Vancouver Fashion Jobs – Chic Investments

Sunday, February 24th, 2013

Several of my close friends are embarking on new and exciting chapters in their life like marriage, babies and new careers, and are finding it super important to invest in the right fashion pieces that will last the test of time without cracking the nest egg to do so. I am constantly asked what are key items to splurge for and what to pass on. Today’s fashion is ever evolving and heavily rooted in trends that can pass in a blink of an eye, so I suggest going with chic classics from reputable retailers.

No matter what the season, you’re always going to need a practical coat, and yes this still can be fashionable, but remember one of the major factors to a favorite article of clothing lasting the test of time is colour and design. Step outside the comfort zone of black and venture into a shade of navy, tan, military green, or grey in a classic trench that has the versatility of a detachable-hood or the ability to roll up the sleeves in warmer months. Other great pieces to invest in include a multipurpose handbag like Marc by Marc Jacobs Too Hot To Handle Tote that is functional for day, evening and even as a diaper bag. A structured business suit that can be worn as separates also allowing the blazer to be styled with denim for a casual day with the girls or the trousers to pair perfectly with a flowy blouse for date night. Last but certainly not least, and probably one of the items we often forget to splurge on is a good fitting bra and panties set, we all know the ladies deserve to be handled with care, and a good support system brings your whole look together and can properly smooth lines and give you comfort in anything you choose to wear in between these chic investments.

1. Zara Double Breasted Raincoat, $119
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Too Hot To Handle Tote in Cardamom, $528
3. Banana Republic Pant-suit in Blue lightweight wool, $240
4. La Perla Donna Elenora Push-up Bra, $295

By: Emily Gray, Vancouver

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Vancouver Fashion Jobs – Snow White

Monday, January 14th, 2013

White in fashion has always carried a bad rep, it is either you love it or hate it, but honestly, the color is not for every body, so choose your pieces wisely. We have all seen the dreaded too tight white pant or the token ‘wet white tee’ contest! In fact, white is a classic basic that can really be chic if worn properly and I think we can thank winter fashions for doing so. Layering cream colored knits with printed pants or a sophisticated winter white peplum dress can really be a lovely style statement. When the weather is a bit drab, it can really brighten up an outfit and maybe even someone’s day! Take a chance on white this winter, your wardrobe will thank you for it!

1. Style Inspiration: Constance Jablonski celebrating Derek Blasberg x Opening Ceremony in New York City, image courtesy of Style.com
2. 10 Crosby Derek Lam Crew Neck Jumper, $440, available at mywardrobe.com
3. Miu Miu Wideleg Trouser, $405, available at mytheresa.com
4. Banana Republic Belted Stripe Sweater, $145
5. AG ‘Stevie’ Ankle Trouser, $159, available at Anthropologie
6. Alice + Olivia Lace Bodice Peplum Dress, $176
7. Ted Baker London Peplum Dress, $245

By: Emily Gray, Vancouver

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Montreal Fashion Jobs – Plaid by Plaid

Wednesday, December 19th, 2012

Tartan, also known as plaid amongst us non-Scots, is a versatile pattern that can be dressed up to the nines for a holiday party or dressed down for casual Sundays. It is especially great during the winter and for when you need a little something extra to ward off the cold. From head to toe, there is a perfect plaid for any event!

1. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania For Lee Skinny Jean in Printed Tartan Print, $183, available at Asos
2. J. Crew City Mini in Dublin Tartan, $118
3. Banana Republic Buffalo Plaid Belted Wool-Blend Coat, $264
4. Smythe Plaid Equestrian Blazer, $695, available at Neiman Marcus
5. C Wonder Embroidered Tartan Loafer, $128
6. McQ Alexander McQueen Tartan Wool Dress,$627, available at Net-a-Porter

By: Gabi Pirraglia, Toronto

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Fashion Jobs – Holiday Gift Guide for Dad

Friday, December 14th, 2012

Shopping alongside your Father can be an interesting occasion in itself, but actually shopping for your Father, is on an entirely different level of excruciating pain. The thought of shopping immediately puts them in a less than pleased mood and has them doing their own impersonation of Scrooge’s “bah humbug”. If your Dad is anything like mine, you know that he would much rather stay in his comfy abode and wish the entire holiday stress and madness goodbye. When you ask him what he would like for Christmas, he shrugs, giving a mediocre grunt and then continues on with the task at hand. But don’t fret! I’ve chosen some versatile picks suitable for any kind of Dad – the businessman, sports lover, the next Bobby Flay, etc.

No, these gifts aren’t the usual cliché tool sets, steak knives or sports gear. These gifts are the kinds that have him smiling Christmas morning and abandoning his Turkey dinner to test out the new toys. Bond with him while playing a TV show themed board game over some morning Espresso. Here are my best 10 picks for your old man, with budget in mind!

1. Viktor & Rolf ‘Spicebomb’ Eau de Toilette, $78, available at Nordstrom
2. Fossil Mechanical Twist Stainless Steel Watch Black, $155
3. Chapters Whiskey Rocks, $24.99
4. Wireless TV Headphones, $65, available at Brookstone
5. Afire Gourmet Smokin’ Steak Set, $20
6. Banana Republic Extra-fine Merino Wool Crew-neck Sweater, $74
7. Sunbeam Manuel 15-Bar Espresso Machine, $90, available at Kitchen Stuff Plus
8. Chapters Moose Bookend Set, $35
9. Dexter Board Game, $29, available at Costco
10. Sherwood Canby Rosewood & Maple Grey Polarized Sunglasses, $250

By: Jenn McNaughton, Toronto

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Vancouver Fashion Jobs – With Love, from Russia

Tuesday, December 11th, 2012

Over the Spring 2013 Fashion Weeks, the Russian fashion elite, deemed by the New York Times as the ‘Russian Fashion Pack’, dominated street-style blogs due to their opulent ensembles and zany choices – think wild prints, brocade, fur, jewels, hair accessories and killer shoes. The look has already transpired well into fall, see our post on baroque, but hot on the heels of the holiday season’s epic blockbuster, Anna Karenina, the Russian-inspired aesthete has blown-up. If this highly anticipated cinematic adaptation, which spawned it’s own capsule collection at Banana Republic, turns out anything close to last year’s obsession with Lisbeth Salander, this look is here to stay.

The Tolstoy classic has been reimagined, chock full of dreamy designer pieces from vintage Dior to Chanel. It also marks the acting debut for model of the moment and Karl Lagerfeld muse, Cara Delevigne, featured above in Chanel’s resort campaign. I love Karl’s dreamy take on the look, his pastel hued version of the Chanel tweed jacket, mixed with silk and feathers is to die for. I love the modern whimsical take on the troubled ingénue.

1. Style Inspiration: The ‘Russian Fashion Pack,’ Polina Kitsenko, Elena Perminova, Natalia Vodianova, Ulyana Surgeenko, Vika Gazinskaya and Miroslava Dumaa, image courtesy of Zimbio
2. Style Inspiration: Cara Delevigne for Chanel Resort 2013, image courtesy of Grazia UK
3. Holt Renfrew Faux-Fur Scarf, $55
4. Valentino Studded Leather Pumps, $995, available at Net-a-Porter
5. Club Monaco Kiera Beaded Skirt, $249
6. Haute Hippie Lace Metallic Leggings, $294, available at Shopbop
7. J Crew Flower Lattice Necklace, $268
8. Banana Republic Beaded Clutch, $90
9. Burberry London Trench Coat, $1,795, available at Net-a-Porter
10. Maison Scotch Shearling Vest, £200, available at ASOS

By: Ali Leier, Vancouver

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Toronto Fashion Jobs – Holiday Gift Guide: Jet Set

Monday, December 3rd, 2012

This Christmas send the jetsetter in your life off in style with travel trinkets perfect for the girl-on-the-go. Whether it’s a quick weekend jaunt, in flight journey to a vacation destination or long road trip to visit loved ones, the jetsetter is always on the move and exudes effortless style while getting away.
From luxurious cashmere sweaters to super cool foldable sunglasses, send your friend packing with chic, smart accessories and top-shelf products that marry form and function. These gifts for the ultimate jetsetter are sure to delight trendy globetrotters wherever their travels take them.

Travel Timepiece: Stay in check and on time with a dual time zone watch and keep track when you’re coming and going.
Passport Cover: Store and protect your jetsetters travel lifeline with a pretty pink passport cover.

Carry On Baggage: Give your globetrotter the gift of the perfect travel companion with a cool carry on bag in a distinguishable graphic pattern to save time and hassle at baggage claim.
Wrap Scarf: For casual cool sophistication and effortless elegance, give your traveler a luxe leopard print scarf to throw around her neck when layers are absolutely necessary.

Eye Mask: Let your wandering nomad rest her weary eyes behind a chic eye mask to ensure sleep comes easy on those overnight escapades.
Jewellery Case: Keep precious pieces safe and avoid tangled chains and knotted necklaces for good with easy and compact jewellery storage.

Cashmere Cardigan: Sumptuously soft and warm, your favourite traveler can cozy up to a luxurious cashmere cardigan to fight the airplane chill.
Travel Tote: Accommodate your girl-on-the-go’s need to pack everything with a roomy travel tote she’ll keep in tow long after the vacation is over.

Ballet Flats: To give your tired traveler’s aching feet a rest, let her slip into something a little more comfortable like a ballet flat.
Foldable Sunglasses: Hide jetlagged eyes and a makeup-free face behind oversized sunglasses that fold away in a snap for easy transportation.

Luggage Tag: Never let your jetsetter suffer at baggage claim or with lost luggage again with a leather luggage tag that makes her bag distinguishable from the rest.
Toiletry Bag: Store all your jetsetters unmentionables in a carryall cosmetics case to keep necessities near by at all times.

1. Gucci I-Gucci Collection Dual Time Zone Watch, $1,350
2. Kate Spade Passport Holder, $68
3. Diane von Furstenberg Carry On Baggage, $120
4. Banana Republic Leopard Print Scarf, $49.50
5. Fred Flare Holly GoLightly Sleep Mask, $15
6. Coach Jewellery Case, $78
7. J.Crew Cashmere Boyfriend Cardigan, $198
8. MICHAEL Michael Kors Travel Tote, $278
9. Tory Burch Ballet Flat, $235
10. Jimmy Choo Foldable Sunglasses, $365
11. Smythson Luggage Label, $100, available at Barneys
12. Marc by Marc Jacobs Cosmetics Case, $118, available at Shopbop

By: Megan Correia, Managing Editor, Toronto

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Toronto Fashion Jobs – Trick or Treat

Wednesday, October 24th, 2012

Dressing for Halloween doesn’t necessarily mean you need to throw on a costume and wig as you try to convince people you are the latest reincarnation of Morticia Addams. An equally fun approach is to take all the trappings of Halloween (skulls, leather and spiders oh my!) and spin them into an outfit that will be more of a treat than a trick.

1. BDG Twig High-Rise Faux Leather 5 pocket, $69, available at Urban Outfitters
2. Truly Madly Deeply Lace Skull Muscle Tee, $39, available at Urban Outfitters
3. Charlotte Olympia Spider Embroidered Slipper, $675, available at Neiman Marcus
4. House of Harlow 1960 14 KT Plated Oval Skull Ring, $103, available at Bloomingdales
5. Banana Republic Deco Tassel Necklace, $50
6. Alexander McQueen Large Enamel Skull Bangle, $295, available at Neiman Marcus

By: Gabi Pirraglia, Toronto

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Montreal Fashion Jobs – High Style Statements

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012

Get your rocks on with super-sized jewels and decadent designs for high fashion style this season in the shape of statement necklaces. For fall, necklaces are oversized and dramatic to create jewelry that packs a powerful statement when added to any outfit ensemble. Statement necklaces are timeless classics that will elevate your simplest of wardrobe basics and provide show-stopping beauty all at once. Whether your style is feminine and vintage or bold and edgy, the season’s stand-out pieces come in a variety of shapes and sizes suitable for all looks, from daytime or night-time dressing. A multitude of chains, burnished metallics, in-your-face pendants and a rainbow of colored stones are the season’s top defining elements when it comes to the perfect statement necklace. These large, decorative baubles are an effortlessly cool way to add drama and glamour into your Fall wardrobe. Even if you only opt for a few new additions to your jewelry collection this season, make sure you snap up a big and bold statement necklace because this trend is a definite keeper and investment for seasons to come.

1. ASOS Cameo Statement Necklace, $150
2. Lulu Frost Statement Necklace, $278, available at J.Crew
3. Banana Republic Oval Focal Necklace, $85
4. H&M Large Stone Statement Necklace, $69.95
5. BCBG MaxAzria Rocker Statement Necklace, $148
6. Amrita Singh Stannard Necklace, $100

By: Megan Correia, Toronto

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Toronto Fashion Jobs – Wonder Woman’s Cape

Sunday, September 23rd, 2012

Despite popular belief, you don’t necessarily need to be a super-hero to wear a cape. As Fall settles in, the options for this trend are endless; from long and voluminous, to the shortest capelet, each one is charming, stylish and ready to add a certain mysterious air to any outfit. If your arms are cold due to the lack of sleeves (understandable), take a cue from the Wonder Woman fashion guide and throw on a pair of long gloves. You might not be saving the day super-hero style, but you will definitely look good.

1. American Apparel Wool Cape, $190
2. Just Cavalli, $560, available at Net-a-Porter
3. Pins and Needles Hooded Toggle Cape, $129, available at Urban Outfitters
4. Soia & Kyo Whitney Red Cape, $395
5. Banana Republic Trench Capelet, $149
6. Talbots Plaid Cocoon Cape, $199

By: Gabi Pirraglia, Toronto

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