50s and 60s fashion may be all the rage right now thanks to Mad Men, but it seems like the 1970s are making a comeback. 70s styling was all over the Fall RTW runways, from Akris to Chloe to DKNY (pictured above, courtesy of style.com). High-rise, wide-legged trousers showed up in several collections – an ideal alternative to the slim leg silhouette.

To work this look your pants must fit like a glove, no dragging hems and too-tight waistbands allowed. Paired with a belt and a fitted, tucked-in shirt, you’ll be sure to stand out in a sea of skinny jeans.

Another 70s staple you must add to your closet is a long-sleeved, bow-necked blouse such as the navy polkadot and black sheer from Net-a-Porter.com.  Feminine and office-appropriate, it’s a subtle way to channel your inner Bianca Jagger.

By: Sara Constantineau, Vancouver

Eco-fashion fans are true lovers. When it comes to giving back to the planet, we go all out – especially when it involves shopping the night away. Eco-conscious stylistas recently united at Vancouver’s Body Politic for Eco Shops for a Cause, a shopping event to support the David Suzuki Foundation. With some of North America’s most chic sustainable fashions, including labels Noir Bonbon, Nicole Bridger and Lara Miller, it was difficult to resist my shopping temptations.

The night also marked the Canadian debut of Dutzi Designs (above), a line of handcrafted handbags that supports entrepreneurship for women in Mexico.

Munching on mini cupcakes and wine (all organic, of course!), I was happy to be amongst some of Vancouver’s most stylish. Vintage jumpsuits, 50’s throwback styles and bold pops of colour were a few of my favourite style spottings of the evening.

Body Politic is located at 208 E 12th Ave at Main, Vancouver.

1. Gorgeous ladies! Cyndi Hunter of Silver Spoon Food Tours, Regina Noppe of Green Sapphire Imports, Kristin Janishefski of Vanguard PR, and Niki Blasina of A Haute Mess.

2. Nicole Ritchie-Oseen, Owner at Body Politic and friend Jenna.

3. Fashion Designer Nicole Bridger.

4. Britney Rae-Douglas, Shoe Buyer at John Fluevog, gives Fall 2010 a test drive with brand new stock from the store. Love the silhouette and draping of this Noir Bonbon dress!
5. Accessories are my weakness, and these bold pieces are no exception. The necklace by Green Sapphire Imports would be the perfect addition to any outfit.
6. Nadia Chu of String Magazine.
7. Kathy Nguyen, Assistant Editor at String Magazine.

8-11. Dutzi Designs

By: Valerie Tiu, Vancouver

After years of salivating over their über-hot catalogues and runway shows (and I definitely wasn’t the only one), Victoria’s Secret has finally arrived in Toronto. Located at the Yorkdale Mall, the 13,549 square foot store is like La Senza on steroids – pink ones. It’s definitely a woman’s playground, with something for everyone from the girlie girl to the sophisticate to the tomboy. In addition to gorgeous bras, panties, lingerie and sleepwear, the store also features a massive beauty section. Lip gloss, eyeshadow, perfume, all as far as the eye can see! Enough to make you feel like a kid in a candy store. I couldn’t resist picking up a limited-edition Victoria Secret Canada key chain and a pair of undies. Okay, three…for $30.

Visit Victoria’s Secret at the West Edmonton Mall (1686 8882 170th STREET NW in Edmonton) and at the Yorkdale Mall (3401 Dufferin Street in Toronto).

Photos courtesy of Victoria’s Secret.

By: Caitlin Agnew, Toronto

Urban Rush’s Fiona Forbes (left), PR guru Tiffany Soper (right)

City TV’s Dawn Chubai and Riaz Meghji
The Style Spy’s Erica Lam and Nicole Soon and fashion writer Ishra Shariff

If you’re an avid reader of US and In Touch magazine, then you’ve seen young starlets don a Toy Watch on their wrist. I attended an exclusive preview of it’s collection at Opus last week and saw first hand why they’re a hot item. These stylish time tellers not only add a dose of colour and sparkle to your outfit and mix well with bangles for a cool statement look, they make sure you’re on schedule for your next event.

By: Christie Lohr

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It’s rare that the words “crochet” and “cool” are used in the same sentence, but designer Anna Kosturova proves otherwise. The Vancouver-based swimsuit Queen recently showcased her latest offerings at Mini Yaletown to a crowd of trendy local tastemakers. The space was transformed into a beach paradise, complete with tiki statues, makeshift cabanas and paper palm trees – and of course, the occasional Mini display. Show highlights included glam cutout suits with sequins, tassels and beadwork, and teeny bikinis in bold patterns and intricate detailing. Gotta love those neon crochet suits… perfect for a summer rooftop pool party!

By: Valerie Tiu, Vancouver