Tag: FASHION

MY STYLE: FALL PONCHOS

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In my early twenties, I worked part-time at Penningtons, one of the few Canadian retail clothing stores that carried 14+. If I wanted to find trendy, age appropriate pieces for my wardrobe, I would look to the company’s MXM brand (who remembers MXM?!); it was limited, but I always tried to make it work. Fast forward ten years – I’m now in my early thirties, MXM is no more, and the options for trendy, plus size fashion are seemingly endless (this deserves a happy dance).

On the journey to a more stylish wardrobe, I’ve come across some wonderful local shops. Topping my list of favourites is Your Big Sister’s Closet. If you live in Toronto and have yet to stop by this boutique, you must get your fashion-loving butt over there asap! Shop owner, Karen, will make you feel like a million bucks, at a price that won’t break the bank! During my recent visit, I fell in love with a beautiful black and white knit poncho. I saw it in the window display as I drove by en-route to finding my parking space, and knew I had to try it on as soon as I stepped inside. So I did. And it was every bit as wonderful as I had imagined it would be! There was no doubt that this piece would make its blog debut along with me in my first ever fashion photo shoot. I’ve styled the poncho in three different ways to showcase its versatility for the fall; from casual to night on the town. Which look is your favourite?

Shop Look 1:  Jacket: Reitman’s Plus Size Faux Leather Jacket (similar) / Skirt: Reitman’s Denim Skirt / Boots: Addition Elle High Heel Boot (similar) / Addition Elle Opaque Stretchy Tight / Earrings: Ardene

Shop Look 2: Leggings: Addition Elle Cotton Spandex Legging / Shoes: Ardene White Leather Pointy Flats / Ring: Ardene  / Bracelets: Addition Elle / Sunglasses: Avon

Shop Look 3: Pants: Torrid (similar) / Jacket: Old Navy Peacoat (similar) / Shoes: Attitude

MY STYLE: FALL PLAID

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Even though the calendar says fall began a few weeks ago, it doesn’t officially start for me until I’ve left the house wearing tights. I should preface that statement by letting you know that I really, really, REALLY don’t like wearing pants or socks (more on that later), so, when that undeniable fall chill is in the air, tights are my go-to item. With the temperature sitting around 14°C today, it was finally time to pull out the tights and start thinking fall fashion!

I thought I’d start my many fall fashion looks with plaid. I love its versatility – not only does it come in various shades and patterns, but it’s an easy look to change from work to play. I’ve paired this super comfy dress from Torrid with some casual accessories, but with a quick change from a jean jacket to a fitted leather jacket, and a swap from flats to some over-the-knee heel boots, you’ll be ready for a night on the town. How would you style your plaid look?

Shop This Style 1. Torrid Knit & Plaid Skater Dress / 2. Sam & Libby Chelsea Leather Bow Flats / 3. Kate Spade New York Sailors Knot Ring / 4. Banana Republic Leaf Pendant / 5. Tarina Tarantino Crystal Pave Heart Earrings / 6. L & L Multi Plaid Print Infinity Scarf / 7. Torrid Jean Jacket

Explore my look on Polyvore.

12th ANNUAL WHITE CASHMERE COLLECTION

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Earlier this week, some of the top wedding gown designers gathered at The Carlu in downtown Toronto to show off their latest designs at the 12th Annual White Cashmere Collection runway show in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. But these gowns were unlike any others these designers had crafted before – these gowns were made entirely from bathroom tissue!

“Conceived to showcase Canada’s fashion industry, and Cashmere’s soft and luxurious features, the collection has brought more than 125 top Canadian fashion designers together in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation over the past eleven years.”

As you walked down the pink carpet, designs from past years greeted you in the main lounge (a little preview of what was to come). Guests were welcomed by Beverly Thompson, host of Canada AM and our MC for the event, who shared her survival story, along with event curator, Jessica Mulroney, and Nancy Marcus of Kruger, all of whom had personal and touching stories to share about breast cancer – a reminder of why this event was being held.

Once the runway show began, the room filled with “oohs” and “ahhs” as the most gorgeously intricate gowns made their debuts. There were moments when I got so wrapped up in their beauty, I completely forgot that they were made from bathroom tissue. A big congratulations goes out to all of the designers to participated in this worthwhile cause! It was an honour to be a part of this amazing event and support your work.

Being that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cashmere Bathroom Tissue is making it easier than ever to support the cause. Here’s how:

  • “Vote Couture For The Cure”. Head over to the Cashmere Facebook page and vote for your favourite bathroom tissue gown. $1.00 will be donated to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation for ever vote.
  • Purchase the limited edition pink Cashmere bathroom tissue and 0.25 cents from every purchase will be donated to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.