Smythe Spring Summer 2014

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

The Smythe Spring Summer 2014 collection takes their classic tailoring and minimalism to new heights with suiting in liquid textures in Flouro and Petrol Shine. They recently expanded to trousers and this spring summer we will see skirts as the new must haves from Smythe.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

As with every Smythe collection there are a lot of I want – I got approved pieces. I’m loving the Petro Shine suiting. Turn heads with the total suit or if that’s too much for you, just go with the pants. It might be a bit bright for most but I’d totally wear it to the office.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

I was at an event late last year and saw the Foil Pant in person. They are so hot it’s not even funny and in the perfect silver shade.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

The Flouro liquid texture suit is gorgeous too. It doesn’t have the leather vibe like the Petro Shine but it’s still gorgeous.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

It’s not a Smythe collection without a military inspired jacket and Spring Watch Jacket is a great colour. The Smythe skirts are adorable. There is one that isn’t pictured because I didn’t like it that much but it’s more office friendly than the shorter ones that get the I want – I got stamp of approval.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

The Harem Pants with the tassel are a must have in black and tangerine. I’m obsessed.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

On my bucket list is a jacket with tails and this is the perfect cropped jacket with mini tails.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

There are some great rainwear this season and I love this leopard print Lab Coat one. If you are looking for something more classic, check out the Khaki Walking coat.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014
Smythe Spring Summer 2014

I’ve notice that Bomber Jackets are going to be a big trend this spring summer. This classic black bomber has a twist, it’s quilted.

Smythe Spring Summer 2014 hits stores this month. You can find Smythe in the GTA at TNT Women, Holt Renfrew, Andrews Bayview Village, Grafic Woman and NYLA.

images: Courtesy of Smythe.

Sarah Stevenson Design Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

Sarah Stevenson Spring Summer 2013
Sarah Stevenson Spring Summer 2013

Sarah Stevenson Design Spring Summer 2013 collection reminds me of the sea and Ming Dynasty porcelain. Sarah is a textile designer so she creates the prints herself and has them transferred to silk. Pattern Observer has a great interview with Sarah. All of her pieces are made in Canada. For those people who tend to skew a bit more conservative in their clothing can add a pop of colour and print with one of Sarah’s beautiful scarves. You can find Sarah Stevenson Design online at Ukamaku and sarahstevensondesign.com.

images: courtesy of Sarah Stevenson Design

i want: Nomad Dress by complexgeometries

Nomad Dress by complexgeometries
Nomad Dress by complexgeometries

The sleeves and the neckline is what draws me to this complexgeometries dress. The billowy silhouette looks so comfortable and perfect to pair with leggings and boots in the early spring and fall.

Nomad Dress by complexgeometries
Nomad Dress by complexgeometries

The complexgeometries Nomad Dress is made of light weight cotton voile. It’s available on complexgeometries.net for $240.

images: complexgeometries.net

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

The Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014 fashion show was EPIC. I’m totally blown away and my minor interest in Prabal is now a full blown addiction. Every look is just perfection.

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

The show had strong military themes which means fashion boner for Anita. I’m gaga for military influenced clothing. Prabal really created the modern woman warrior uniform here.

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

Of course everything looks better in video

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

Can we talk about the shoes? I thought I wasn’t interested in the gladiator stiletto boots. That was until Prabal Gurung created the ultimate versions. No words.

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

If you really want to geek out over Prabal Gurung’s Fall Winter 2013 – 2014 collection, head over to Moda Operandi and get zooming on all the details. His trunkshow runs till February 20, 2013.

Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Prabal Gurung Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

images: vogue.com, style.com

Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook
Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

Toronto based designer, Dennis Merotto’s Spring Summer 2013 collection is perfect for office dwellers like me.  It’s beautiful, simple and professional but doesn’t skip out on the playful side by utilizing prints and colour blocking.

Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook
Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

The collection is combines silk, cotton, linen, leather, modal and polyester into wide legged pantsuits or easy wearing colour blocked tent dresses.

Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook
Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

Nathalie Atkinson wrote a great piece on Dennis at the National Post. He’s an industry heavyweight who worked behind the scenes for a long time whose now striving for his own spotlight.

Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook
Dennis Merotto Spring Summer 2013 Lookbook

images: courtesy of Dennis Merotto

Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

London trained designer Louise Goldin is a permanent fixture on the New York Fashion Week scene after moving in 2011. This season, her second in New York was Kayne free (yay) and left Louise to bask in her own glory. Louise is a knitwear god and the winter season is all about the knitwear for me. It’s easily my favourite part of winter.

Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

The Louise Goldin collection mixed knits with leather and featured some strong prints. Here collection was inspired by fighting warriors. Trapunto quilting is used in the must have cropped sweaters and jackets giving it an amour feel. Victorian collars were blending with the knits in unique ways.

Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

‘I wanted them to be handsome women,’ Goldin said backstage. ‘I love this sort of masculine but charming woman, that was both elegant yet cool.’ (source)

Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 - 2014
Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014

A Shaded View on Fashion has some great photos where you can see the details of Louise’s knitwear. You can also see the full Louise Goldin Fall Winter 2013 – 2014 fashion show here.

I learned from Cathy Horn that Louise produces her collection in China which doesn’t surprise me considering her knitwear heavy collection. Not everyone is Chanel with deep enough pockets to buy their local suppliers.

images: vogue.co.uk, style.com

Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

Gvenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

I’m loving the Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 ad campaign. Kate, Mariacarla and Marina in one campaign, OMG.

Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

My favourite model Mariacarla Boscono is back with her baby in tow and looking amazing. Looking better than ever.

Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

Performance artist, Marina Abramovic, whose movie The Artist is Present is an absolute must see, is looking so incredible. I love this woman.

Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

The uncanny Kate Moss, she just doesn’t lose her touch.

Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

Check out the making of video.

Photographers: Mert Alas & Marcus Biggott And Riccardo Tisci
Models: Kate Moss, Mariacarla Boscono, Marina Abramovic, Jose Maria Manzanares, Jared Buckhiester

images: thefashionspot.com

i want: Marie Saint Pierre Spring Summer 2013

Marie Saint Pierre Spring Summer 2013
Marie Saint Pierre Spring Summer 2013 – Cyana

Marie Saint Pierre has two beautiful jackets in the Spring Summer 2013 collection that I’m loving.
Cyana is a maxi length redingote with a belt.
Joshua uses mesh materials with tuxedo lapel.

Marie Saint Pierre Spring Summer 2013
Marie Saint Pierre Spring Summer 2013 – Joshua

Both items are available online at mariesaintpierre.com. There is also a number of retailers that carry the line in Toronto.

images: mariesaintpierre.com

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Lanvin Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

Lanvin Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign
Lanvin Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign

I’m not the biggest fan of the Lanvin Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign. The models don’t do much for me. I will admit that it’s pretty slick looking and if the models were different I’d probably be very excited. My thoughts about the campaign changed after I watched the adorable Lanvin Spring Summer 2013 Ad Campaign video with Alber Albez talking about the collection on Skype. He is so cute.

Photographer: Steven Meisel
Make-Up:Pat McGrath
Hair: Garren
Models: Daria Strokous, Karlie Kloss and Saskia de Brauw

image: thefashionspot.com

I want – I got Holiday Gift Guide – Part 3

So, part 1 and part 2 of the I want – I got Gift Guide Series are complete now it’s for Part three.

This is the part three of four in the I want – I got Gift Guide series. I have so many favourite things I wanted to include. This gift guide is very much I want – I got. You’ll see things I want, things I got and other obsessions. Some things are affordable and some aren’t but I’ve tried to mix it up. The list covers fashion, beauty, electronics, art, toys and booze. Basically, all the items on the gift guide are I want – I got approved.

So, join me the third part of this exploration of things I would love to see under my tree at Christmas.

JdJ Studio collection Clover gemstone, Jenny Bird Earth Angel Earrings, Gap Camo Calf Hair Tote
JdJ Studio collection Clover gemstone, Jenny Bird Earth Angel Earrings, Gap Camo Calf Hair Tote
  • JdJ Studio collection Clover gemstone, sterling silver braided band or yellow gold band in blue topaz, amethyst or citrine ($375-$675) – 60 Bloor Street West, Suite 600, Jewel Box at Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Lobby, 181 Wellington Street West
  • Jenny Bird Earth Angel Earrings ($125 USD) – jenny-bird.com
  • Gap Camo Calf Hair Tote ($158.40) – Gap In Store and Online
Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent, Horrockses Fashions: Off-the-Peg Style in the '40s and '50s
Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent, Horrockses Fashions: Off-the-Peg Style in the ’40s and ’50s
  • Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent ($68.97) – amazon.ca
  • Horrockses Fashions: Off-the-Peg Style in the ’40s and ’50s ($36.68) – amazon.ca
Philip Sparks Shirt Dress, Moon Apparel Brocade Cigarette Pant
Philip Sparks Shirt Dress, Moon Apparel Brocade Cigarette Pant
Ruffian Women's Silk Ruffle Scarf , NARS x Andy Warhol Photoboot Set, Tokidoki Unicorno Series 1, strangebeautiful Volume 7 The Inept Laundress
Ruffian Women’s Silk Ruffle Scarf , NARS x Andy Warhol Photoboot Set, Tokidoki Unicorno Series 1, strangebeautiful Volume 7 The Inept Laundress
  • Ruffian Women’s Silk Ruffle Scarf ($95) – eBay.ca
  • NARS x Andy Warhol Photoboot Gift Set ($40) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • Tokidoki Unicorno Series 1 ($10 Each) – Magic Pony in store and Online, mindzai.com – I’m obsessed with these Unicorn figures from Tokidoki. I’m close to collecting them all
  • strangebeautiful Volume 7 The Inept Laundress ($85 USD) – LuckyScent.com – My favourite indie nail polish brand.
Hudson Jeans Leeloo
Hudson Jeans Leeloo
  • Hudson Jeans Leeloo ($265) – Holt Renfrew, Over the Rainbow and TNT – My go to denim brand
Lazy Oaf Cat Ring, Givenchy Medium Pandora Bag, Krane Mirka Carpenter Bag
Lazy Oaf Cat Ring, Givenchy Medium Pandora Bag, Krane Mirka Carpenter Bag
Dermalogica Smooth and Renew Skin Kit, Sir Elton John and David Furnish for Holt Renfrew Candle, Kobo eReader, Micro Pedi
Dermalogica Smooth and Renew Skin Kit, Sir Elton John and David Furnish for Holt Renfrew Candle, Kobo eReader, Micro Pedi
  • Dermalogica Smooth and Renew Skin Kit ($72) – dermalogica.ca – Great introduction to my favourite skin care brand
  • Sir Elton John and David Furnish for Holts Candle ($50) – Holt Renfrew
  • Kobo eReader ($79.99 – $299.99) – Chapters Indigo in store and online
  • Micro Pedi ($49.99) – Shoppers Drug Mart
Clover Canyon Chantilly Lace Dress, Clover Canyon Galaxy Glass Pant
Clover Canyon Chantilly Lace Dress, Clover Canyon Galaxy Glass Pant

Can you believe that there is a part 4 of gift ideas? Well, check back tomorrow for the final installment of the I want – I got Gift Guide Series.

I want – I got Holiday Gift Guide – Part 2

Yup, this gift guide madness is continuing. I’ve got three more days of I want – I got Gift Guides. You might want to take a look at Part 1 of the I want – I got Gift Guide series.

This is the part two of four in the I want – I got Gift Guide series. I have so many favourite things I wanted to include. This gift guide is very much I want – I got. You’ll see things I want, things I got and other obsessions. Some things are affordable and some aren’t but I’ve tried to mix it up. The list covers fashion, beauty, electronics, art, toys and booze. Basically, all the items on the gift guide are I want – I got approved.

So, join me the second part of this exploration of things I would love to see under my tree at Christmas.

Clover Canyon Printed crepe de chine tunic dress, L designed by Linda Lundstrom Indigo dyed red fox Shawl Collar, RIMOWA Salsa Deluxe 3 Suiter Multiwheeler, Smythe Warbler Tribute Jacket
Clover Canyon Printed crepe de chine tunic dress, L designed by Linda Lundstrom Indigo dyed red fox Shawl Collar, RIMOWA Salsa Deluxe 3 Suiter Multiwheeler, Smythe Warbler Tribute Jacket
  • Clover Canyon Printed crepe de chine tunic dress ($238) – Net-a-Porter
  • L designed by Linda Lundstrom Indigo dyed red fox Shawl Collar ($395) – designedbylindalundstrom.com
  • RIMOWA Salsa Deluxe 3 Suiter Multiwheeler ($795) – RIMOWA’s flagship store, 101 Bloor Street West, Toronto
  • Smythe Warbler Tribute Jacket ($595) – eluxe.ca – The most perfect little jacket, must have in any closet
JdJ Studio collection Cushion-cut gemstone, Moonrox Treasure Bracelet, Dean Davidson Castle Ring
JdJ Studio collection Cushion-cut gemstone, Moonrox Treasure Bracelet, Dean Davidson Castle Ring
  • JdJ Studio collection Cushion-cut gemstone, sterling silver braided band in green amethyst, citrine or amethyst ($695) – 61 Bloor Street West, Suite 600, Toronto and Jewel Box at Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Lobby, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto
  • Moonrox Treasure Bracelet ($95) – moonrox.ca, One of a Kind Show – This bracelet is made to order and you have a choice of colour schemes.
  • Dean Davidson Castle Ring ($170) – deandavidson.com, Holt Renfrew
1920s Lame Brocade Velvet Flapper Coat, Greta Constantine Skin for Danier Dress
1920s Lame Brocade Velvet Flapper Coat, Greta Constantine Skin for Danier Dress
  • 1920s Lame Brocade Velvet Flapper Coat ($2,400 USD) – ShrimptonCouture.com – I love browsing the 20s fashions on Shrimpton Couture dreaming of one day owning a piece
  • Greta Constantine Skin for Danier Dress ($299) – Danier in store and online
Krane Jonas Officer Coat, Jenny Bird Yin Spike Hoops, Holt Renfrew x Missioni Elephant, Moon Apparel Brocade Peplum Top
Krane Jonas Officer Coat, Jenny Bird Yin Spike Hoops, Holt Renfrew x Missioni Elephant, Moon Apparel Brocade Peplum Top
  • Krane Jonas Officer Coat ($1,175) – Kranedesign.com – Krane is a menswear company but I love his aesthetic and would love to get my androgyny on in his stuff.
  • Jenny Bird Yin Spike Hoops Earrings ($65USD) – Jenny-bird.com
  • Holt Renfrew x Missioni Elephant ($50) – Holt Renfrew in store and online – Adorable elephant for a great cause. The best offering of all the charity products over the years at Holts.
  • Moon Apparel Brocade Peplum Top ($69) – moonapparel.ca or 110 Bloor Street
North Star Fall Varsity Bomber, North Star Great White North Sweater, Givenchy Noir Couture Mascara
North Star Fall Varsity Bomber, North Star Great White North Sweater, Givenchy Noir Couture Mascara
BALMAIN red Suede Floral embroided Anita Ankle boots, Charlotte Olympia The Dolly suede platform pumps, Christian Louboutin Anita 85 buckled tartan pumps
Balmain red Suede Floral embroided Anita Ankle boots, Charlotte Olympia The Dolly suede platform pumps, Christian Louboutin Anita 85 buckled tartan pumps
  • I’m obsessed with everything that uses Anita in the style name. It’s total narcissism but it’s the easiest way to get my attention.
  • BALMAIN red Suede Floral embroided Anita Ankle boots ($1,068) – Net-a-Porter
  • Charlotte Olympia The Dolly suede platform pumps ($945) – Net-a-Porter
  • Christian Louboutin Anita 85 buckled tartan pumps ($1,395) – Net-a-Porter
Chanel Malice, NARS x Andy Warhol New York Dolls, NARS x Andy Warhol Superstar, NARS x Andy Warhol TV Party, NARS x Andy Warhol Back Room, NARS x Andy Warhol 15 Minutes
Chanel Malice, NARS x Andy Warhol New York Dolls, NARS x Andy Warhol Superstar, NARS x Andy Warhol TV Party, NARS x Andy Warhol Back Room, NARS x Andy Warhol 15 Minutes
  • Chanel Malice Nail Polish ($27) – Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • NARS x Andy Warhol New York Dolls Nail Polish ($21 each) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • NARS x Andy Warhol Superstar Nail Polish ($21 each) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • NARS x Andy Warhol TV Party Nail Polish ($21 each) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • NARS x Andy Warhol Back Room Nail Polish ($21 each) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
  • NARS x Andy Warhol 15 Minutes Nail Polish ($21 each) – narscosmetics.ca, Holt Renfrew, The Bay
Grace: A Memoir, Kate: The Kate Moss Book
Grace: A Memoir, Kate: The Kate Moss Book

Phew, Part two done. Getting any ideas yet. There is more to come. Check back tomorrow for Part three!

I want – I got Holiday Gift Guide – Part 1

So, this year I lost my mind and I decided to create a holiday gift guide. I’m usually anti-gift guides because I’m not much of a Christmas person and gift guides are a shit ton of work. I don’t know what made me change my mind this year but here we are. People have told me this is a good idea, so I hope you find it helpful or amusing.

This is the part one of four in the I want – I got Gift Guide series. I have so many favourite things I wanted to include. This gift guide is very much I want – I got. You’ll see things I want, things I got and other obsessions.  Some things are affordable and some aren’t but I’ve tried to mix it up. The list covers fashion, beauty, electronics, art, toys and booze. Basically, all the items on the gift guide are I want – I got approved.

So, join me on this exploration of things I would love to see under my tree at Christmas.

complex geometries coma sweatshirt, complex geometries Long Turtleneck Dress
complex geometries coma sweatshirt, complex geometries Long Turtleneck Dress
  • complex geometries Coma Sweatshirt ($240) – online at complexgeometries.net and Fawn (967 Queen Street West, Toronto) carries complex geometries in Toronto
  • complex geometries Long Turtleneck Dress ($262) – online at complexgeometries.net and Fawn (967 Queen Street West, Toronto) carries complex geometries in Toronto. Looks like the gold turtleneck is sold out folks. There are grey and navy options.
Synergy Jem & The Holograms, Dean Davidson Plaza Ring, Hermès Clic Clac H Bracelet, Hermès Brazil Enamel Bracelet
Synergy Jem & The Holograms, Dean Davidson Plaza Ring, Hermès Clic Clac H Bracelet, Hermès Brazil Enamel Bracelet
  • Synergy Jem & The Holograms doll collection ($125) – Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
  • Dean Davidson Plaza Ring ($185) – Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor Street West, Toronto) and online at DeanDavidson.ca
  • Hermès Clic Clac H Bracelet ($645) – Hermès (130 Bloor Street West, Toronto) and online at Hermes.com
  • Hermès Brazil Enamel Bracelet ($565) – Hermès (130 Bloor Street West, Toronto) and online at Hermes.com
Givenchy Dahlia Noir Eau du Toilette, Maison Martin Marigela (untitled), Balenciaga Florabotanica Eau de Parfum, Demeter Fragrance Mahogany
Givenchy Dahlia Noir Eau du Toilette, Maison Martin Marigela (untitled), Balenciaga Florabotanica Eau de Parfum, Demeter Fragrance Mahogany
Mykita x Moncler Lino Sunglasses, Gap Twill Parka, m0851 Medium Weekender, Moncler S Mayuko
Mykita x Moncler Lino Sunglasses, Gap Twill Parka, m0851 Medium Weekender, Moncler S Mayuko
Smythe Great Coat, Philip Sparks Slip Dress
Smythe Great Coat, Philip Sparks Slip Dress
Dell XPS13 Ultrabook, Worn Fashion Journal Subscription, Print from YellowKorner
Dell XPS13 Ultrabook, Worn Fashion Journal Subscription, Print from YellowKorner
Church's Classic Burwood glossy leather brogues, Jeremy Laing Mouton Knit Sweater, Jeremy Laing Ridged Fan Sweater, Maison Martin Margiela Glitter-finished raffia brogues
Church’s Classic Burwood glossy leather brogues, Jeremy Laing Mouton Knit Sweater, Jeremy Laing Ridged Fan Sweater, Maison Martin Margiela Glitter-finished raffia brogues
ROM Membership, AGO Membership, TIFF Membership, Opera Atelier The Magic Flute Tickets
ROM Membership, AGO Membership, TIFF Membership, Opera Atelier The Magic Flute Tickets

Check back tomorrow for Part 2 of the I want – I got Holiday Gift Guide.

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

I can’t talk about the upcoming Fall Winter 2012 – 2013 collections without mentioning one of my favourite labels, complexgeometries.

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

The NIGHT is what complexgeometries is calling the Fall Winter 2012 – 2013 collection. It references cultures of the night like skinheads, swingers, workmen and revelers. The collection conveys “the shadows and secrets that the day’s dark hours shroud.”

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

The lookbook was shot in Japan and I love the models! The female model’s makeup is perfect for this complexgeometries collection.

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

The little bursts of colour that were present in previous collections are gone and there is a heavy focus on black, grey, navy and white.

complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 - 2013
complexgeometries Fall Winter 2012 – 2013

As usual, I want it all. Look for pieces of the collection to hit complexgeometries.net this month and beyond.

images: courtesy of complexgeometries

Prada Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign Print and Video

Prada looked to vintage cars as her inspiration for Spring Summer 2012. The collection is playful and reminds me of Grease. The shoes are pretty killer too.

This campaign video doesn’t even come close to being as good as Spring Summer 2011, it’s still pretty fun.

Models: Natasha Poly, Guinevere van Seenus, Elise Crombez, Meghan Collison, Katryn Kruger and Ymre Stiekema.
Photographer: Steven Meisel

images: fashiongonerogue.com

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

I had to do a double take when these Chanel Spring Summer 2012 ad campaign shots came out. What the hell was Joan Smalls doing in a Chanel ad. My head was exploding (this was a good thing in this situation). First, Indian girls in the Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 show and now Joan Smalls in the latest ad campaign. I like this trend.

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

As for this ad campaign overall. Joan doesn’t have as many solo shots as Saskia. The photos are lovely but ultimately pretty boring.

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

Photography: Karl Lagerfeld
Models: Joan Smalls, Saskia de Brauw

images: fashiongonerogue.com

the shOws – CALLA Spring Summer 2012

the shOws - CALLA Spring Summer 2012

CALLA is one of the four designers that showcased their Spring Summer 2012 collections with the the shOws at the Ritz-Carlton. the shOws is the brainchild of Paola Fullerton.

the shOws - CALLA Spring Summer 2012

“Our aim is to put the spotlight on Canadian Designers, Hair and Makeup Artists and Models and build a property that benefits not only our designers, artists and retailers but also our supportive sponsors, by showcasing the very best of Canadian talent at home and abroad to our media, buyers and stylists.

The purpose of The ShOws is to bring together our most talented and creative Canadian designers each season and allow them to present their collections here in Toronto to the fashion industry without incurring any production costs themselves. We want to support them here at home and give them every possible opportunity to continue to build their brands.” – Paola Fullerton, Founder & Creative Director

Calla Haynes continued her digital print mastery and delighted the crowd with a collection that sat perfectly on the edge of femininity without being too saccharine. The inspiration for Spring Summer 2012 was translating the feeling of being at a festival and hearing great music into prints and colour. The collection played with different colours and prints as well as textures.  Tweed contrasted with marble like digital prints.

the shOws - CALLA Spring Summer 2012

Full collection photos for Calla Haynes’s Spring Summer 2012 on torontolife.com.

The CALLA Spring Summer 2012 collection also made it’s first debut on Style.com. The video on style.com gives you a close up of the prints and different textures in the collection that my video can’t provide. It’s these details that make the collection so special.

Image: Jenna Marie Wakani

the shOws – Jean-Pierre Braganza Spring Summer 2012

the shOws - Jean-Pierre Braganza Spring Summer 2012

Jean-Pierre Braganza is one of the four designers that showcased their Spring Summer 2012 collections with the the shOws at the Ritz-Carlton. the shOws is the brainchild of Paola Fullerton.

“Our aim is to put the spotlight on Canadian Designers, Hair and Makeup Artists and Models and build a property that benefits not only our designers, artists and retailers but also our supportive sponsors, by showcasing the very best of Canadian talent at home and abroad to our media, buyers and stylists.

the shOws - Jean-Pierre Braganza Spring Summer 2012

The purpose of The ShOws is to bring together our most talented and creative Canadian designers each season and allow them to present their collections here in Toronto to the fashion industry without incurring any production costs themselves. We want to support them here at home and give them every possible opportunity to continue to build their brands.” – Paola Fullerton, Founder & Creative Director

Jean-Pierre Braganza is a Toronto ex-pat who has shown at London Fashion Week since 2004. He worked with Roland Mouret before starting his own label. Jean-Pierre was my favourite of all the shOws designers. His bold prints, strategic cutouts, asymmetrical details and geometric designs won me over from the first studded look. There were a lot of Art Deco influences in the collection expressed with prints and silhouettes. How could I not love a man who loves crazy platforms. The shoes complemented the collection perfectly. Jean-Pierre teamed up with UK-based shoe company Dune to produce these beauties.

the shOws - Jean-Pierre Braganza Spring Summer 2012

He perfectly balanced his neutral staples like black, grey, white and cream with vibrant orange and red. I liked the subtle hip level cutouts he featured in blazers and dresses. It was an accessible way to add a bit of skin to a garment without scaring away potential women buyers. Jean-Pierre’s spring summer 2012 inspiration includes The German architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Ben Nicholson and his studio beauties. The collection had a good balance of dresses, suiting and separates with all pieces being more desirable than the next.

the shOws - Jean-Pierre Braganza Spring Summer 2012

I stopped taking photos and video on the second day of the shows but I found a video from London Fashion Week. The lineup and music are exactly the same.

Full collection photos for Jean-Pierre Braganza’s Spring Summer 2012 collection are on torontolife.com. Jenna’s photos are amazing.

Jean-Pierre Braganza is available in Toronto at
Carte Blanche
758 Queen Street West
Toronto
(416)532-0347

Image: Jenna Marie Wakani, tumblr.com

Celine Spring Summer 2012

Celine Spring Summer 2012

Celine’s Spring Summer 2012 collection didn’t come across very well in photos but it’s quite beautiful in video.

Celine Spring Summer 2012

Phoebe Philo worked the wide belts, modified peplums, culottes and pleated skirts.

Watch the full Celine Spring Summer 2012 fashion show.

Celine Spring Summer 2012

images: vogue.com

I want- I got’s H&M Conscious Collection Fall Winter 2011- 2012 Top Picks

I’m liking the new H&M Conscious Collection Fall Winter 2011 – 2012 collection. I picked up a few pieces from the Spring Summer 2011 collection and I see a few fall pieces that I like.

This season the H&M Conscious Collection takes influences from romanticism and Swedish folklore.  The collection features recycled wool and organic fabrics like cotton , linen and hemp.

The Conscious Collection collection uses embroidery and lace this season and I’m hoping they look good in person too.

I’m never into H&M shoes but I love, love, love these booties.

The Conscious collection will be available staring October 6, 2011 at the Eaton Centre, Yorkdale and Bloor Street locations in Toronto. Other Canadian locations are Downtown Montreal, The Pacific Centre and Metropolis at Metrotown.

images: courtesy of H&M

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier Now Available

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier

Finally the Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier collection has hit the stores.

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier

Last week there was a trunk show at the Danier store in Yorkdale with a discount of 35% off. You bet I took advantage of that to get me some product.

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier

Kirk and Stephen were on hand to help shoppers choose and style their Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier pieces.

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier

I ended up purchasing the grey suede Awi Vest and the black obi belt.

Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier
This is Kirk squeezing the life out of me via their Obi belt

Check out all the photos from the Greta Constantine SKIN for Danier Trunk Show

You can take a closer look at this 6 piece collection on the Danier Website.

images: courtesy of Danier

i got: Black Perforated Leather Sandals by Givenchy

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Trolling the racks of Holt Renfrew’s now or never sales is always a Saturday afternoon pastime. I have this uncanny ability to find great designer pieces at great prices. There is one sales associate at Holts that is always amazed at my finds over the years like Dries Van Noten pants, Rick Owens Jacket and Alexander McQueen Shoes for example.

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This season’s find are these sandals by Givenchy. They were featured in a post back in January called i want: Perforated leather sandals by Givenchy. I liked the white and tan colourway at that time but the black and brown is much more comfortable.

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I’m not a strappy sandal type of girl but these are Givenchy and the heel isn’t towering. It’s always good to have some versatility in the shoe closet to combat the clunky and platform heavy options.