Posts Tagged ‘skirt’
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013
St. Patrick’s Day is always a fun occasion to celebrate and luckily this year will be very easy to coordinate outfits because the pantone colour of the season is Emerald Green. Neon colours are huge this season, but I’m excited to see this shade outshining others, because year after year colours, such as pink, blue and yellow, take the limelight. With that said, this weekend is a perfect opportunity to shop and focus on this beautiful shade to try on and stand out from the ‘default’ colours everyone else is wearing! I think it’s no ‘luck’ the Irish are so stylish; fashion is being individual and standing out from the crowd with confidence, beautiful colours that often get overlooked is a perfect palette to do just that. St. Paddy’s day will be a fun day/night as usual, but when you’re holding your green beer this year, hold it in style!
1. Style Inspiration: Eva Longoria at a Sheba event, image courtesy of People
2. H&M Dress, $35
3. Style Inspiration: Blake Lively’s Beautiful Earrings, image courtesy of Glamour
4. Stella & Dot Liz Drop Earrings, $64
5. Style Inspiration: Olivia Palermo in a fur vest and green skirt, image courtesy of InStyle
6. Club Monaco Lynnie Skirt, $45, available on Shopbop
By: Michelle Morton, Vancouver
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Tags: Blake Lively, Club Monaco, earrings, emerald, eva longoria, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, fur vest, Green, H&M, Montreal Fashion Jobs, oliva palermo, skirt, st. patrick's day, Stella & Dot
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Wednesday, February 27th, 2013
My style is very feminine, with that said my “go-to” staple is the maxi skirt. It’s my favourite article to wear because wherever I’m going I can dress up my maxi in the snap of a finger. The maxi skirt can take you from day to night and with spring around the corner, what better opportunity do you need to transition into the new season with a skirt? If you’ve never owned a maxi skirt, opt for a solid neutral colour with a high waist; it’s very flattering with a feminine silhouette. For a casual event, my favourite way to wear my maxi skirt is with a simple t-shirt, statement necklace and a fitted leather jacket; it’s effortlessly cool, comfortable and, of course, fashionable. Maxi skirts are so beautiful dressed up, with a beautiful embellished blouse, belt and pumps, you’re sure to be the belle of the ball.
1. Style Inspiration: Ashley Olsen, image courtesy of Bailey Valente
2. Free People Sahaying Slub Skirt, $72, available at Shopbop
3. Style Inspiration: Jessica Alba, image courtesy of Dress Me News
4. H&M Skirt, $40
5. Style Inspiration: Sarah Jessica Parker, image courtesy of Because I’m Fabulous
6. Enza Costa Chiffon Pleated Maxi Skirt, $292, available at Shopbop
By: Michelle Morton, Vancouver
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Tags: Ashley Olsen, chiffon, Enza Costa, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, Free People, H&M, Jessica Alba, Maxi Skirt, Sarah Jessica Parker, skirt
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Tuesday, December 25th, 2012
New Year’s Eve is one of the most anticipated nights of the year; a night where hidden secrets from the year prior are revealed alongside promising hope for what lies ahead. It is the one night a year where you can promote a new you and a new attitude. I’ve rounded up the top five show-stopping trends for NYE dresses, to get you noticed on the dance floor; the dress alone will do all of the talking. These dazzling picks will give you the confidence to show your flirty side and land you the perfect New Year’s kiss. Avoid resolutions, just for the night, and be the life of the party!
Disco Fever: Perfect for a night of clubbing or a bar hopping night out on the town, where you’ll sparkle no matter how dim the lights may be.
Red Hot Tamale: Have a hot dinner date planned prior to watching the ball drop? Pop some bubbly and spice things up with one of these sexy dresses.
Modern Flapper Girl: Dressed with a sense of class and some added sass, and you have yourself the perfect “roaring 20s” party dress. Everyone will be reminiscing about the past just to strike up a conversation!
Lovely Lace: Lace is always feminine while remaining versatile. Both of these picks are muted chic, perfect for a girls night or get together.
Black Bombshell: The classic little black dress can never go wrong. Add some dazzling stilettos and mixed metal accessories, and you’re ready for all the adventures the night may bring.
Make it a goal to dress as unforgettable as the night itself. The countdown is on ladies!
1. ASOS Petite Exclusive Mini Dress With Sequin Front, $97
2. H&M Green Sequin Dress, $18
3. Guess Fit-and-Flare Scuba Dress, $79
4. Alice and Olivia Tracey Peplum Dress, $415, available at Holt Renfrew
5. Sue Wong’s Open Back Feather Hem Dress, $396, available at Bloomingdale’s
6. Parker Architect Beaded Dress, $382, available at Shopbop
7. Topshop Foiled Lace Skater Dress, $90, available at The Bay
8. Express Fit & Flare Lace Dress, $88
9. Motel Medusa Faux Leather Studded Dress, $110, available at Urban Outfitters
10. ASOS Dress With Feather Skirt, $127
By: Jenn McNaughton, Toronto
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Tags: Alice + Olivia, ASOS, Dress, Express, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, Guess, H&M, mini dress, Motel Medusa, New Year's Eve, Parker, Sequin, skirt, Sue Wong, Topshop
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Sunday, December 2nd, 2012
As temperatures lower, we tend to get into the habit of layering multiple pieces and sometimes go a littler overboard, resulting in a more frumpy than trendy look. Who says you have to stash away those cute minis just to bear the cold? The skater skirt is inspired by figure skaters, whom themselves year round dash out onto the ice for performance in flared miniskirts with a tight waistline, creating a flirtatious and playful look. This elegant skirt is figure flattering for any body type, creating the illusion of a smaller waistline and slimmer hips. Versatile for a variety of pairing tops, the skater skirt is especially paired perfectly with those comfy oversized knits or when rocked with a ladylike blouse.
Shown on many catwalks for Fall/Winter 2012, from designers such as Stella McCartney to Victoria Beckham, this structured piece is a wardrobe essential, updating your closet with some modern sass. With our festive picks, it is guaranteed you’ll score that perfect 10 at the office Christmas party or date night out – no landed triple axel necessary.
1. Style Inspiration: Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2012 Ready-to-Wear collection, image courtesy of vogue.co.uk
2. Style Inspiration: Victoria Beckham Fall/Winter 2012 Ready-to-Wear collection, image courtesy of vogue.co.uk
3. Forever 21 Polka Dot Skater Skirt, $19
4. Topshop Green Speckle Skater Skirt, $25
5. Nastygal Houndstooth Skater Skirt, $38
6. Boohoo Melissa Metallic Leopard Print Skater Skirt, $36
7. French Connection Glacier Sequins Flared Skirt, $128
8. Kenzo Print Skirt, $822, available at Farfetch
By: Jenn McNaughton, Toronto
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Tags: Boohoo, Calgary Fashion Jobs, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, Forever 21, French Connection, houndstooth, Kenzo, Metallic, nastygal, Polka Dot, Sequin, skater skirt, skirt, Stella McCartney, Victoria Beckham
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Thursday, November 22nd, 2012
The holiday season can get pretty overwhelming, trying to cross everyone off of your list, attending countless events while still maintaining your sanity. One way I cut down on the stress is to multitask with my holiday wardrobe. The difficult part is finding the pieces that are able to transition from the conservative office to a fun, fresh evening look. Lucky for us, many Canadian retailers have the same idea. I personally love Jacob and Club Monaco clothing; I find their attire to be so fun and feminine, yet conservative and classic at the same time. Another store worth checking out is Canada’s leading department store, The Bay which carries a wide range of designer brands from high to low end apparel including two of my favorite lines, Top Shop and BCBG MAX AZRIA. Don’t fret if you can’t make it out to the busy malls, check out websites like net-a-porter.com which offers a range of amazing designer clothing. No matter what you choose, these brands will help you look fabulous from day to night.
1. BCBGMaxAzria Kloe Lace Dress, $322, available at the Bay
2. Club Monaco Rilei Wide-Leg Pant, $99
3. Elizabeth and James Larissa Knotted Stretch-Tulle Mini Dress, $385, available at Net-a-porter
4. Jacob Bow Neckline Satin Shift, $99
5. Marc by Marc Jacobs, Clarice Flower-Print Twill Skirt, $295, available at Net-a-porter
6. Topshop Black Scuba Peplum Skirt, $60, available at the Bay
By: Layan Barakat, Toronto
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Tags: BCBGMaxAzria, Club Monaco, Dress, Elizabeth and James, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, Jacob, Lace, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Montreal Fashion Jobs, Peplum, shift dress, skirt, Topshop, tulle, twill
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Monday, November 12th, 2012
Enchant your wardrobe this season with emblazoned embellishments on the prettiest party skirts for 2012. Designers let loose with decorations on the fall runways by adorning pieces in ornate embellishments like intricate embroidery, floral appliqués and bejeweled trimmings. To get your shine on, dazzle onlookers in a playful piece like a pretty party skirt for sophisticated standout sparkle. From glistening gildings in the shape of sequins, crystals, beads and studs to textural trimmings in soft feathers and three dimensional designs, no holiday soiree or festivity is complete without the gleaming glamour of an embellished skirt. With an accent here and a glisten there, your wardrobe shines in the spotlight with sparkling metallics, shimmering jewels and luxurious textures thanks to intricate and ornate craftsmanship this season.
1. Alice + Olivia Magnum Classic Tiered Mini Skirt, $396
2. No.21 Black Embroidered Embellished Skirt, $773, available at Stylebop
3. Gryphon Glitz Embellished Mini Skirt, $391, available at Boutique1
4. All Saints Embellished Dreamcatcher Skirt, $270
5. DKNY Embellished Paillette Skirt, $295, available at Net-A-Porter
6. Markus Lupfer Flower Embellished Skirt, $413, available at Farfetch
7. Topshop Feather Embellished Mini Skirt, $80
8. H&M Metallic Embellished Embroidered Skirt, $30
By: Megan Correia, Toronto
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Tags: Alice + Olivia, All Saints, DKNY, embellished skirt, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, feather, Gryphon, H&M, Markus Lupfer, mini skirt, No. 21, paillette, skirt, Topshop, Toronto Fashion Jobs
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Tuesday, October 16th, 2012
Luxe leather toughens up this ladylike staple to create an elegant edge in your fall wardrobe. From sophisticated pencil skirts to sleek minis and polished pleats, leather is the sexy and bold alternative to traditional fall fare for the modern woman. Luxe leather and skirts team up in a variety of new contemporary cuts and cool colours with unconventional finishes like animal skins, woven stitching and quilting for a versatile piece that works throughout the season for day or night. There’s no denying this powerful fabric works wonders on the feminine silhouette for a sultry authoritative look that’s every bit as strong as the woman who wears it.
1. Alice + Olivia Box Pleat Leather Skirt, $396
2. French Connection Navajo Leather Skirt, $288
3. H&M Leather Skirt, $149
4. Oasis Leather Skater Skirt, $42, available at John Lewis
5. Mango Leather Panel Mini Skirt, $60
6. Topshop Quilted Leather Skirt, $42
7. Tibi Leather Pencil Skirt, $690
8. H&M Croc Leather Skirt, $31
By: Megan Correia, Toronto
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Tags: Alice + Olivia, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, French Connection, H&M, leather, Mango, Oasis, skirt, Tibi, Topshop, Toronto Fashion Jobs
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Monday, September 24th, 2012
What’s black, white and fabulous all over? Why the mod look, of course! Twiggy, Edie, Mary Quant – these were the style icons of an era in which the style was mainly black, white and micro-mini, to say the least. Think clean cuts with bold impact, color blocking, shift dresses and variety in texture. Complete the look with a dramatically lined eye for the perfect doe-eyed, feminine finish. If you haven’t yet, try geisha ink – it won’t budge, has intense pigment, and will without a doubt give you the flawless 60s feel. This is a great trend to introduce to your look, and as we all have black and white in our wardrobe, let’s bring it up to date with a little mod throwback, the perfect fashion contradiction for the season.
Inspiration image: Edie Sedgewick via Dressing Up in Daisies
1. Zara Striped Sweater With Cable Knit Sleeves, $55
2. Joe Fresh Houndstooth Dress, $49
3. Geisha Ink Eyeliner, $30, available at BeautyMark
4. Nasty Gal Patent Tote, $85
5. Love and Lemons Skirt, $96, available at Revolve Clothing
By: Kate Horsman of Bullet With Butterfly Wings, Vancouver
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Tags: Beautymark, eyeliner, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, Geisha Ink, houndstooth, Joe Fresh, Love and Lemons, mod, Nasty Gal, skirt, Sweater, Tote, Vancouver Fashion Jobs, Zara
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Monday, September 17th, 2012
Revive the renaissance era this season with brocade motifs, sumptuous fabrics, rich tapestries, and ornate embellishments for fall’s most dramatic and prominent trend that has designers and fashionistas alike going for baroque. Elaborate trimmings and gilded accents add to the opulence and lavishness of this beautiful baroque period trend that will have you donning 17th century inspired duds with old world flair. Elevate this European charm with palatial adornments like gleaming jewels, ornamented filigrees and embossed prints for ultimate decadence a la Dolce & Gabbana. Luxe metallics offer a royal high polish shine to everyday looks if you’re not up to this over the top and excessive trend. To achieve a style status that is of grandeur quality, don intricate beaded pieces and opulent embroidery with plush velvets or silk satins for a copious contrast. For a modern twist on this old world look pair extravagant trimmings with lustrous leather for a sleek and sexy contemporary look. Step aside minimalism, fall’s beautiful baroque is reigning supreme this season.
1. Style Inspiration: Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear collection, image courtesy of Style.com
2. Rare Sequin Cap Sleeve Dress, $62, available at Topshop
3. J Brand Brocade Skinny Jeans, $390, available at Farfetch
4. Lipsy Baroque Mesh Top, $40
5. Tibi Baroque Print Skirt, $153, available at Boutique1
6. Topshop Velvet Boots, $98
7. Tarina Taratino Baroque Earrings, $88, available at Endless
8. Dorothy Perkins Baroque Cross Necklace, $22
9. Santi Jewelled Clutch, $313, available at Endless
By: Megan Correia, Toronto
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Tags: baroque, boots, Calgary Fashion Jobs, Clutch, Dolce & Gabbana, Dress, earrings, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, J Brand, Jeans, Lipsy, mesh, Rare, Santi, Sequin, skinny, skirt, Tarina Taratino, Tibi, Topshop, Velvet
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Tuesday, September 4th, 2012
Timelessly elegant and sweetly sophisticated lace is one trend that we continue to see receive a contemporary, chic update each new season. Fall 2012 being no exception, designers like Erdem, Jason Wu, and Nanette Lapore re-created classic romantic lace with a twist, mixing the pastel or neon trends from the Spring and Summer in with darker, more prominent fare to reflect the cooler season ahead. A perfect mix of sweet and sexy, this remixed feminine lace gets a touch of bold saturated color to create lust worthy standout style amongst a sea of earthy tones and brooding black. To amp up lace’s modern makeover opt for pieces that are overlaid and appliquéd over top a neutral shade like black, or come in vivid colors and sleek silhouettes for high-fashion style. The end result is lavishly luxe and richly opulent, leaving us to once again covet this new crop of pretty lace pieces.
1. Style Inspiration: Erdem Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear collection, image courtesy of Style.com
2. Mango Floral Lace Dress, $100
3. Lipsy Lace Front Tee, $35
4. J.Crew Collection Lace Trim Blouse, $260
5. French Connection LFW Lace Dress, $72
6. Topshop Bonded Lace Peplum Top, $28
7. Topshop Lime Lace Peplum Pencil Skirt, $40
8. H&M Knee Length Pencil Skirt, $40
By: Megan Correia, Toronto
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Tags: blouse, Dress, Erdem, Fashion Careers, Fashion Jobs, French Connection, H&M, J Crew, Lace, Lipsy, Mango, pencil, Peplum, skirt, Tee, Topshop, Vancouver Fashion Jobs
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