Violet Boutique is home to your three new best friends. Their names are Suno, Fetherson and Whit. Suno is eclectic, she likes to mix prints, wears hats when she gardens and is not afraid of colour. Fetherson is outgoing and flirty – she is the type of chick that will make boys drop to their […]
Read moreHappy Birthday to us! Canada’s first fashion employment engine that connects fashion-oriented employers and job seekers will be celebrating its one year anniversary on April 14. “I can’t believe a year has passed. I’ve met so many incredible people and have received so much support by the media, colleagues and friends. I’m excited given all […]
Read moreMany who dream of working in the fashion industry have little to go on except talent, determination, a prayer, and lots of luck. And while those things are still important, Christie Lohr, the founder of Style Nine to Five, wants to make the process slightly less daunting for those dreamers. Style Nine to Five is […]
Read moreAs soon as we are ready to bid adieu to winter coats in order to make way for spring, the fall fashion shows begin. And once again, we crave the winter season. This is the dilemma of every fashion-lover, but we anticipate the future months regardless by adding to our fall shopping wish lists. I’ve […]
Read moreIt’s time to banish the term “mini” from your skirt length vocabulary. Spring 2011 calls for a return to longer hemlines. Before you protest in fear of making matronly mistakes, you must learn the rules of modern maxi-ism. Bear in mind that appropriate shapes will vary with body type, and that styling is key when […]
Read moreAvoid clichés this Valentine’s Day and get your significant other something he’ll truly appreciate. For the guy on the go: 1. On The Road Travel Kit, $49, Drake General Store, 1144 Queen Street West 2. COMUNE waxed denim Taylor bag, $120, comune.com For the stylish guy: 3,4. Neff LOVE Cap, ($37) and matching LOVE tank […]
Read moreThe official schedule for the 20th edition of Montreal Fashion Week was released last week, and we could not be more thrilled by the line up! Our favourite veterans like Marie St-Pierre and Denis Gagnon will be making appearances, but there is plenty of new talent that should not be missed! My pick for the […]
Read moreThey say quitters never win. Well, sometimes they do! When you’re working in fashion, moving on up sometimes requires saying goodbye. Signs you’ve outgrown your position include boredom, frustration, disassociation and lack of dedication. What may once have stoked your fire, is now a little tough to get up for. It doesn’t mean that this […]
Read moreAlongside her infectious pop songs, Katy Perry is best known for her unique – and often risky – style. While the saucy songstress has landed herself on quite a few fashion don’t lists over the years, she’s just been announced as the exclusive brand ambassador for Thomas Sabo, a definite do. You’ll remember our coverage […]
Read moreOne of Canada’s favourite designers, Andy Thê-Anh, has been appointed as chief designer for Quebec-based active wear line Lolë. This is exciting news for the designer and his fans, as his company suffered a couple of set backs in 2010 which eventually led to Thê-Anh having to close shop. We can’t wait to see what […]
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