Ever since Uniqlo opened up retail outlets in New York, I’ve desperately wanted the mainstream Japanese chain to come to Canada. Unlike H&M however, I find Uniqlo’s range of clothing to be better made and of higher quality. For example, Uniqlo’s infamous S-00X series jean is made with premium selvedge denim – a type of material known for its tighter weave and historical roots. Although Uniqlo’s offerings may not be as funky and runway driven as H&M’s is, they do offer some really neat items and also tend …

Every man these days needs a functional, durable, and fashionable bag. It’s a growing reality that it is now a necessity for us working males to carry around laptops, blackberrys, cell phones, and office papers. A casual bag isn’t just an accessory for females anymore! In comes Jack Spade to successfully fulfill this every day need. Jack Spade, the male complement to the Kate Spade brand, provides classy, stylish, well-designed bags for work and every day use. Their product offerings include everything from classic messenger …

This gorgeous brunette seems to just radiate – she’s classy, stylish, and incredibly haught and bitchy on Gossip Girl. Not only does Leighton Meester model the prim and proper side of fashion on the show, but outside of it she creates a more sophisticated style, tinged with some New York funk.
What do you guys think of her?
> image courtesy of leightonmeesterfan.net

These puppies (or sheepies) are everywhere online – they boast a versatility like no other, allowing users to wear them during the summer AND the winter (much like Uggs). For only $29.95 and backed by an abundance of infomercial-like testimonials, they would almost seem to be a worthy splurge for the ultimately lazy.
Here’s the story:

It was a chilly Northern California morning two years ago, and as usual, I was running late for class. I kicked off my comfy sheepskin house slippers, but there would be no time for socks today. …

For those of you who watch Gossip Girl, you’ll know that Blair Waldorf’s mother (Eleanor Waldorf) supposedly creates designs for huge fashion retailers and is fabulously recognized around the world.
For those of you who don’t watch Gossip Girl, well, you know about Eleanor Waldorf the fictitious brand now – be joyed.
Turns out that the real name behind the name brand is Abigail Lorick, a young former model-turned-designer who strung together a line of gorgeous and young clothes.
It’s fun, it’s got a slight Parisian flare, and it’s so wonderfully classic I …

The oneofakind (hard to seperate the words, one-of-a-kind) Spring show is here from March 20th – 24th, 2008. Haven’t heard of it? Here’s a snippet:
The One of a Kind Show is Canada’s finest craft show, bringing innovative artists, craftspeople, and designers together to share their unique creations with the rest of the world. With a proud focus on homegrown talent, our Christmas and Spring Shows bring together the best of Canada, for a personal shopping experience like no other. Our vast selection, on-site perks and endless show features make us …

It’s just around the corner! Nathan Phillips Square is about to be filled with more fashionistas per square foot than anywhere else in Toronto. With exciting shows from Evan Biddell (Project Runway Canada Winner), Lucian Matis, and Rudsak all packed into five eventful days, it’s surely a fashion spectacle not to be missed. Strolling past the site earlier this weekend, you can already sense the excitement in the air, as the tent is already prominently setup with the event plastered on the front in bold letters.
Click here for the schedule.
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Welcome back Spring! I associate the season with an unhealthy addiction to clothing, frozen drinks, and yearning for new colour in my life. Coloured denim is back with a vengeance – even Levi’s has managed to grapple with the concept in their line, and the colours look refreshingly different (last year in the Summer/Fall we were all about just the solid electric blue and red).
When I first saw them, I really couldn’t swallow the idea of going back to the elementary school days of OshKosh jeans and cuffed sweatpants – …

It’s that time again! Who doesn’t love a scrumptious brunch? To kick off L’Oreal Fashion week, the lovely TFBB 15 is taking place this coming Sunday. Unfortunately I have only about two more weeks until the end of my undergraduate career and so I cannot attend due to 10281021 things the next week.
To all bloggers and blogees (okay, well, I meant that to refer to readers), I strongly suggest you go and meet these fabulous souls.
I’m off to another 12019821 pages of reading – miss you all (for now)!