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May 9th, 2011 | Author: christie

Warm Weather Woolies

Say goodbye to the chunky sweaters of this past winter and make room for the sultry, lightweight knits that are just right for spring. They’ll come in handy during these lingering cool temps and for all the indoor air conditioning ubiquitous in the depths of summer. This season’s knits are cozy but sheer and never bulky, with cropped, tissue-light styles and ultra-large weaves ideal for layering or showing a hint of skin.

1. Rag & Bone Open Knit Sweater, $275, available at net-a-porter.com
2. Cable Knit Sweater T, $82, available at American Apparel
3. Ruffle Cardigan, $29, available at Joe Fresh
4. Loose Knit Sweater, $64, available from Kensie
5. Kara Mesh Sweater Top, $148, available at BCBG Max Azria
6. Cropped Sweater, $85, available at Aritzia

By: Sara Constantineau, Toronto

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Tags: American Apparel, Aritzia, BCBG Maz Azria, chunky sweaters, Joe Fresh, Kensie, Net a porter
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April 29th, 2011 | Author: christie

Tea Time

At the risk of sounding like a Fashion Goldilocks, I have to admit that I’m very pleased with the fact that after years upon years of going from one chilly extreme (minis) to basically tripping over oneself (maxis), the trend compass is finally pointing to something that’s just right: tea-length skirts. Less boho than the maxi but more ladylike than the mini, tea-length skirts are definitely the new “It” skirts and perfect additions to your spring and summer wardrobe.

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As all the lovely ladies above demonstrate (including famed fashion bloggers Liz from Late Afternoon and Nicole from Gary Pepper Vintage, the most effective styling trick is to simply define the waist in some form or another. Since these skirts have slightly longer hems, wearing a cropped shirt or tucking in/belting your top really balances the proportions of the whole look. I took the easiest and most summer-appropriate approach and simply paired a fitted bustier with my Club Monaco Pamera skirt in lemon (that’s me in the last picture!).

Visit Club Monaco, American Apparel, H&M, and Zara. All four have beautiful tea-length skirts in store right now – happy shopping!

Image Credits: Late Afternoon, Gary Pepper Vintage, To Vogue Or Bust, Chictopia

By: Alexandra Grant, Vancouver

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Tags: American Apparel, Chictopia, Club Monaco, Gary Pepper Vintage, H&M, Late Afternoon, midi skirts, tea time, To Vogue or Bust, Zara
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April 14th, 2011 | Author: christie

California Here We Come

It’s that time of year again…time to dust off your sunnies and stock up on extra strength SPF, because Coachella is just around the corner. The three-day music and arts festival is almost as much about fashion as it is about the bands, especially considering the stylish celebs who always make an appearance. This year you can cheer on Canadian indie darlings Arcade Fire, Death From Above 1979 and Broken Social Scene while staying chic in the desert heat (if you were lucky enough to snag a pass or two before they sold out). The festival kicks off this weekend.

1. Mid-length pocket tee, $36, available at American Apparel

2. Cross-body bag, $24.50, available at Nine West

3. Sailor short, $59.50, available at Levis

4. Tiki Print Dress, $16.90, available at Forever 21

5. Plaid-trim fedora, $14.94, available at Old Navy

6. Espadrilles, $40, available at Aldo

By: Sara Constantineau, Toronto

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Tags: Aldo, American Apparel, Arcade Fire, Broken Social Scene, Christie Lohr, Coachella, Death From Above, Forever 21, Levis, Nine West, Old Navy
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April 11th, 2011 | Author: christie

Tribal Fever

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There’s no need to book a trip halfway across the world to get your hands on some eccentric and exotic prints. Fashion’s tribal styles have done the job for you this season. What could be better than standing out from the crowd in one of these incredibly bold pieces? Turn some heads (or break some hearts) while taking a chance on this latest trend.

1. Wilfred Elise Dress in Tribal, $65, available at Aritzia
2. Tribal Woven Romper, $24, available at Forever 21
3. Tribal Tubular Necklace, $50, available at Banana Republic
4. Afrika Printed Cotton Spandex Jersey, $35, available at American Apparel

By: Shareen Sandhu, Toronto

Tags: American Apparel, Aritzia, Banada Republic, Christie Lohr, Forever 21, Tribal prints
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March 29th, 2011 | Author: christie

Colour Craze

I have a confession to make: I am a little afraid of colour. When it comes to daily dressing, I tend to reach for neutrals, saving the brights for special occasions. There’s a certain level of comfort and safety to be found in dark colours that prevents us from trying something new. Black is slimming and neutrals are versatile. If the spring runways could talk, though, they would scream for a lesson in colour theory. Vibrant hues and powdery pastels pack a bit of punch, offering up a fresh contrast to the soft nudes and whites of the season.

1. Style inspiration: Jil Sander Spring 2011. Photo courtesy of Style.com.
2. Nothing says spring more than sunshine yellow. BDG Cigarette High-Rise Jean ($58), at Urban Outfitters.
3. Darker shades like burgundy are a great way to wear colour if you aren’t quite ready to go bright. Isabel Marant Satin Twill Pants ($420), at Net-A-Porter.
4. A slim cut pant in a punchy colour is on point this season. Zara Skinny Studio Trousers ($59.90), at Zara stores.
5. Pair pastels whites for a clean, modern look. American Apparel High-Waist Pleated Pant ($82).
6. Powder pinks look great with nude tones this spring. James Jeans 5 Pocket Leggings ($145), at Shopbop.
7. My favourite pastel pants are these tapered trousers from 3.1 Phillip Lim ($375), from Shopbop.

By: Valerie Tiu, Vancouver

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Tags: American Apparel, Colour, Net a porter, Shopbop, Style.com, Urban Outfitters, Zara
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