Arthur Mendonça’s Fall/Winter 2012 collection is one of the few that I’m absolutely in love with. From the salmon coloured, dolman sleeved dress to a long sleeved, turquoise gown with a centre slit, slim leather pants and shiny, patterned pieces, there’s something about the collection that is sophisticated, elegant and lady-like. While there are some […]
Though the pieces were slightly too big (make that at least one size bigger than “normal” at H&M), I managed to make them work…well, as best as I could, anyway. The first piece, one of the double sided dresses, something I was debating over – whether to get the top or the dress (which I […]
I walked into the Yorkdale store expecting disappointment, that it was going to be like last time, where there were NO PETITES AVAILABLE. Turned out I was wrong. Sort of. As noted in the earlier post, there were only three dresses – two dresses inspired by Joan and one by Betty – on the racks. […]
Boho is always cool for spring and RW&Co.’s latest pieces are no different. These items, with their whimsical looks are great for a casual afternoon, whether you’re going to the movies, shopping or just having lunch with friends. Some favourite pieces in the collection include: Cranberry Floral Dress & Black Floral Dress: While […]
and in time for the show’s fifth season premiere. According to a Tweet Thursday morning, the second collaboration between Janie Bryant and Banana Republic will make its debut in stores March 1. Like the collection that launched in August 2011, the spring line will feature mid-1960s inspired pieces for men and women. According to a […]
This year’s Frocktail Party was, like the previous years, absolutely fabulous. Back at the Burroughs Building, which was host to the first event back in 2009, the annual fundraiser in support of the JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) offered not only the auctioning of dresses, but also complimentary manicures and of course, delicious hors d’oeuvres, […]
Banana Republic’s collaboration collection with Mad Men costume designer, Janie Bryant debuted in stores and online today. There are 65 pieces in total, for both men and women and range from dresses to suits as well as accessories. Below are six of our favourite women’s pieces: Tie Neck Shirt in Dried Berry ($95 CDN; $89.50 […]
It was really difficult to decide on one Webitor’s Pick this week, since summer dresses are a favourite of mine. In this part of the world, the upcoming long weekend (Victoria Day here in Canada and Memorial Day in the US the following week) signals the “unofficial start” of the summer, meaning that we’re heading […]
Maybe it’s because I never had a stitch of lace on my wedding dress, but every time I see lace wedding dresses, I swoon a little bit. Lace adds luxurious texture to a wedding dress and photographs beautifully. So, for you smart brides out there who want the elegance and sophistication that lace provides, without […]
Ye, that’s right, plus sizes are back at everyone’s favourite fast fashion store, H&M. Called Inclusive, the line features both regular sized clothing and plus. According to most reports, it ranges from “size 32-54″ which translates to size 2 to 24 in North America. The style is described as ” figure-flattering party dresses in 50’s styles with […]
