TFBB, June 24, 2007
Toronto Fashion Bloggers Brunch #8 Brassaii 461 King Street West Toronto
Year: 2007
I’m a member now
I finally bit the bullet and joined the Toronto Fashion Incubator as an outreach member. I’ve been kicking the idea around in my head. I was pitched the idea of joining at the Juma Trunk Show by Gail who told me about the great reference section they have. And of course there is the Promostyl Trend Forecast seminars only available to members.
i want…
Alyson Magee Eyewear These luxury handmade frames are so beautiful. Each pair comes with another set of temples for a different look. After the jump is a picture with me wearing a pair.
Talking to crazies
I had an interesting conversation with an older crazy lady about slips yesterday. I was in a store in Commerce Court this afternoon and she was looking for somewhere that sells slips in the area. Having tried looking for slips on lunch before I told her to goto The Bay. She then went off about how women these days don’t wear underwear and that we walk around and you can see everything through the clothes. That’s when my crazy bells went off. You have to remember, we are in the most conservative area of Toronto, the financial district and this lady is going off about I tried to explain that most people didn’t think it was necessary for the extra piece of clothing and we are hardly walking around with clothes that you can see through. Slips are necessary for some clothing, but not all. I told her that I even own a slip but I don’t wear it all the time. The dress pictured below is one I use a slip for, otherwise in …
Wow, is all I have to say
Roberto Cavalli at H&M With this year’s designer collaboration H&M opens its doors to the exclusive world of Roberto Cavalli. The Italian designer will create a one-off collection for women and men exclusively for H&M. The line will carry the vital touch and the intense sensuality typical of Roberto Cavalli, one of the world’s most exciting and creative fashion designers. “Roberto Cavalli has created a world of his own, iconic and full of fantasy, when it comes to colours, prints, and style. There is no place for shyness and no possibility of ending up with a mainstream wardrobe of everyday basics. The Roberto Cavalli collections represents an exuberant, successful lifestyle”, says Margareta van den Bosch. “As the first Italian designer in the history of H&M, I enthusiastically welcomed this invitation, proud to bring the lively and positive spirit of my work to a new audience, who will be able to see and interpret my style in an individual way. I love freedom and challenges: breaking down barriers, experimenting in different directions. H&M is all this …
i want…
Convertible Bag by Antrobus This is one of my favourite bags ever. All the different compartments and the added clutch and shoulder bag duo are great features. It’s pricey of course, $1,250USD Article that talks with Alison Antrobus, the designer. via luxist.com images: vivre.com
i got: Stella Luna Vintage
Here are two finds I got at the Stella Luna Annual Clearance Sale, both were $15 a piece I now have a leather jacket in my wardrobe, a dark green one at that. This jacket was a little too big but I could resist its Mod influence. I love vintage coats my closet is full of them. The sovintagepatterns.com website is making me salivate with all the 60s patterns they have available. I wish I could sew.
Elizabeth Stuart Discount Bridal Outlet Spring Warehouse Sale
Elizabeth Stuart Discount Bridal Outlet Spring Warehouse Sale Now – June 25, 2007 Once a year, it marks down additional savings of up to 50 per cent on all new 2007 wedding gowns. No ordering or waiting, the dress you decide upon is the dress you buy. Courteous staff and professional alterations are part of your shopping convenience. 1015 Matheson Blvd. E., Unit 9, Mississauga (southeast corner of Tomken Rd. and Matheson Blvd.) 905-238-6856 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Designer moving sale
Designer moving sale June 23, 2007 Wonderlust is having a huge studio sale before we move! Get first dibs on designer samples, overstock, fabric,studio furniture, and notions at crazy cheap prices! Studio 2 – 106 Dovercourt Rd Toronto, ON 416.508.7158 hannah@wonderlustclothing.ca 11:00am – 6:00pm
Beyonce in Balenciaga?
So Beyonce bought the CP30 leggings from the Spring Summer 2007. I’m curious to see this look, it’s going to be fugtastic. I can’t imagine her pulling it off, especially if she’s using some fug shirt made by her mom. So do you think she can pull it off? Terrence Koh struts around NYC in the Balenciaga leggings with video below. There are pictures of him getting ready, it seems like and intensive process. More pictures at this link (look for entry – 2007-06-11 15:54:55 – MODEL CITIZENS DEATH IN BALENCIAGA) Turns out the leggings weren’t $100,000 as previously hyped. but a mere $18,000.