Thursday, September 30, 2010

Dsquared's Spine Shoe

Dsquared2's Spine Shoe

Twin brothers Dean and Dan Caten are from TORONTO and founded Dsquared2 (their second label) in 1994 with a men's collection, and launched their women's collection in 2003.

Monday, September 27, 2010

Warming Up

It seems too early, but it is time to start buying those necessary warm accessories for our Canadian winters. Here are some of my winter wants:


3.1 Philip Lam arbus chain embellished leather gloves  

DVF Carilisle Hat and Ludgate Scarf

DVF Lothbury Rabbit Earmuffs

Emilio Pucci Wrap

Lauren by Ralph Lauren perforated sheepskin drivers gloves

Michael by Michael Kors detachable neck warmer sweater

Michael by Michael Kors scarf and extra long gloves


Sunday, September 26, 2010

A Fitting Subject

All great clothes need a great support system. In this case, a great bra (or 7). Here are some necessary tips for your next underwear and underwire shopping trip.

First, you should know how to measure yourself to determine if you are wearing the correct size or not. Believe it or not, most women wear a bra that is too small!

To find this number, you will need a measuring tape that will wrap easily around your body. If you don't have one use a string and then measure the length of string. For this fitting wear a bra that does not either minimize or maximize your breasts.

To get your band size, measure under your armpits and across the top of your chest. If you have an even number, this is your band size. If you have an odd number, add one, and that will be your band size (i.e. if you get 34, 34 is your size. If you get 35, 36 is your size).

To get your cup size loosely measure the largest part of your chest. Make sure the entire measuring tape is level with the ground and not on any kind of angle.

The difference between the cup size and the band size determines the letter of your cup.

Less than 1" is AA
1" = A
2" = B
3" = C
4" = D
5" = DD  ... and so on.

Now the fun part... shopping! Until you find your perfect bra, this cannot be done online. First, decide what you want your bra to do. Looking for ultimate support and comfort sports bra, or a sexy and seductive push-up?

Things you need to know and check for in the fitting room:

1. Make sure the band goes around you and stays horizontal to the floor. If it is higher in the back you need to loosen the straps.

2. If loosening the straps makes you feel unsupportive this is not the right bra for you. The band and cups are what support the majority of the weight. The straps should be more of a comfort feature to the bra.

3. Raise your hands to the ceiling. Make sure the bra does not move at all. Twist left and right and make sure there is no pinching or movement.

4. The middle of the front of the bra should be flat against your chest.

5. Bend over. Make sure your breasts are not falling out of the bra. If so, the cup is probably too small for you.

6. Make sure the underwire isn't digging into you anywhere. Check especially close to your armpits.

You may take a long time in the fitting room, but trust me this is worth it! If your bra passes ALL of these rules, you may purchase and enjoy.

B.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Ugg for Jimmy Choo

When I first heard of this new collaboration, I was VERY hesitant. And for good reason. Jimmy Choo has disappointed me with this partnership. Usually Choo makes a sexy, strappy slingback, or a pretty platform pump. But this? This is just horrifying.

Ugg for Jimmy Choo



I can't say that I ever approve of wearing the traditional Ugg boot, but I would certainly choose plain over these monstrosities.

I would love to get the opinions of Ugg-wearers... What do you think? Would you rock these bad boys?

Monday, September 20, 2010

LFW

London must be the place for me. I am IN LOVE with the following pieces from upcoming Spring/Summer 2011 collections.

Matthew Wiliamson
Specialist in the maxi-dress -- love this cobalt blue!

Mulberry
The scrunch at the top of the skirt is amazing, and the ballooned sleeves of the blouse... so cute!

Mulberry
Such a fantastic jumper! Perfect cinched waist.

Mulberry
I must have these wide leg flooded jeans! So good for day to night wear. Also, magnificent shoes!

Mulberry
OK, I went crazy for Mulberry's collection. Everything is just outrageous for SS2011! Like this black frock, oh the things you could do with it!!


More updates to follow!!


Sunday, September 19, 2010

Real Life Style - Week One

A very good friend of mine, Rebecca Birtzu, sent me an email the other day wondering about what I thought about her latest week of fashion choices. Because she has such a unique flair for fashion I have decided to feature her in the first edition of "Real Life Style". Each week I will be featuring a new person that has been kind enough to share their style sense.

In this dress coat, Rebecca has accentuated her tiny waist with the great cut of this jacket. This is also the perfect length for her, as it is cut just above the knee. By stopping here, the cut stops at the skinniest part of the leg, making the leg look slimmer and longer. The colour of the shoes brings out the purple in the dress.


This colour really brings out the blue of Ms. Birtzu's blue eyes. With the dress falling almost straight from shoulders and just grazing the hips, she has not disserviced her body shape with the flow of the material. If the dress happened to be any tighter, or have any stretch in the fabric she could easily add a skinny belt around the waist to show off her curves.


This outfit is just amazing on Rebecca. Brown is definitely a fabulous colour for her skin! The leather bomber jacket is so in right now, and so versitile! This outfit travels easily from day to night with just a change of shoes! These low cut on these shoes make her legs look a mile long!

Thank you for sharing Rebecca, you look phenomenal, and your style is inspiring!