Confession time: I am beginning to loathe winter. Wool socks and snow boots are cramping my style and my toesies are craving some luxury. With spring just around the corner (erm…almost…right?), Jimmy Choo is launching a special collection of updated classics called CHOO 24:7. Whether you’re a pointy-toe pump or a functional-flat kind of girl, Mr. Choo’s new collection will complete your perfect shoe wardrobe…almost. As if any shoe wardrobe is ever complete!
 
My faves from the collection include the glittery flat and the heeled gladiator sandal. Swoon.
 
Now if you’ll excuse …

 
Tivoli looks like slick sound from the aesthetic alone. If you’re in the exploratory mood and want to stray away from big brands like Bose, consider Tivoli Audio. While the pricing is a tad higher (comparable to Bose), the products are a new take on function and lifestyle. Despite just recently getting off the market for an iPod dock for home, the iPal and other portable audio devices have me starry eyed.
 
The wood devices pictured above are NetWorks Global Audio Systems, Internet Radio players with more than 13,000 radio channels …

 
Spotted: Little Jenny Humphrey sporting Jenny Bird jewels on the streets of Manhattan. Who would have thought this innocent looking cobra would cause such a stir?
 
Jenny Bird designs are quickly becoming a must-have for stylistas around the globe thanks to an appearance on Gossip Girl last month. Produced locally in Toronto, the designs are 100% original, born from Jenny’s own pencil and paper renderings.
 
The newest Serpent Jewels pieces are equal parts stunning and smirk-worthy, plated with 24 carat gold, and complete with head & tail clasps. On my wish list …

 
“Jimmy Choo shoes are like crack for women” – Will Lam
 
Summed up just about right – Lenmeister asked me why I didn’t post about the capsule collection that Jimmy Choo did for H&M (released November 14th), and it’s basically because I don’t condone sleeping on the streets for a pair of shoes. That and the collection looked like a bit of painful patent and wasn’t particularly covet worthy on my end. Though admittedly, I did end up accidentally picking up the Jimmy Choo Jumpsuit (I tweeted romper – wild slip …

 
It’s not getting any warmer outside. On the upside, the cold weather creates the perfect excuse to start shopping around for some new outerwear. If you’re looking for something different this year (I’m personally looking to retire the ol’ black peacoat), check out Soia & Kyo for its collection of warm wear that’s been cast as “young, trendy and urban with a retro twist”.
 
Oversized buttons, big collars, and wide belts – these jackets are all about the details. Key designer Ilan Elfassy uses Canadian & European fabrics to …

 
I remember revisiting the Mackage website furiously when it came to the end of the summer. I was absolutely determined to invest in a great jacket this year, and was plenty sure that Mackage would be the supplier of said perfect jacket. Luckily, with the help of Blossom Boutique, I got my hands on the Mackage Aura jacket early (before mass release in stores like Mendocino – eeps). Thank you Blossom! I’m in love with my off-centre, sturdy zip peacock jacket with high collar and sparkling collar button. Couldn’t ask …

 
I was gifted with two lovely Kiss the Girl T-Shirts for review – and I must say that I was pleasantly delighted. While I’m not usually an advocate for graphic tees, I found these ones of what I’d almost deem excessively comfortable, just the right amount of kitsch, and the perfect go-to for a casual day of…you guessed it, weekend work. Throw on a lavender dress shirt (I’m obsessed with the perma wrinkle one that I got from Talula), a waist belt (the one pictured is my favourite belt, Brave …

 
Haute Hippie is amazing. AMAZING.
 
There are few lines that I can say were truly love at first sight for me, but Haute Hippie, my friends, was love at first sight. Totally boho chic and eclectic. Not contrived. No conformist vibe going on. You can almost hear Jimi or Joni playing as the Haute Hippie woman walks down the street.
 
I’d dress like this every day if I could.
 
Born in New York to “five people, one seven-year-old girl and her small dog”, Haute Hippie is as independent as it gets when it …

 
They may be best known for being the branded denim that Audrina Patridge fronts – but it’s also a pretty steller line. I was reminded of them when I hit Blossom Boutique on Main (Q&A in the post below). Divine Rights of Denim is a brand to be regarded beyond their star-studded supporters (I’m not a fan of that saying – I just really like the sequential s’ words. Woop, did it again) – they’re quality jean wear. Based out of LA (hence the celebrity support), they offer seven styles …

 
Always dressing To The Nines is not an option – it’s a necessity. What better way to address that than with a line whose mantra is the same. Hailing from Van city, To The Nines Clothing is equal mix of skater/surf/snow, streetwear, and has the ability to cater to a punk and hip-hop fan base. Their first collection has launched for F/W 09 – mucho more to come from the brand.
 
The thing I’m diggin more about this is that the shirts have a bit more of a graphic element to …