Matte matte matte – it’s literally everywhere, lending itself to so many different types of make up. Knock Out cosmetics produces a line of matte nail polishes that are available at point of purchase in a certain Canadian retailer. I admittedly let my impulsive tendency to buy useless things get the best of me (ack, hey, first step is to address it) and I went home with this as an add on to grabbing a slopping slouchy crop shirt (side note…sorry, I digress). The concept behind these matte polishes is …

 
For those looking for an easy way to glam up a dull winter wardrobe (ahem…points to self), look no further than Brave Beltworks new Metallic Candy Belts. These beauts, from their Fall/Holiday 2009 collection, are available in the shine-y and stud-ly variety – perfect for aspiring fashionistas and rockstars alike.
 
If belts aren’t your thing, Brave’s metallic studded leather cuffs are a great way to add some drama to your ensemble.
 
With belts starting at $49 and cuffs at $55, it’s worth the splurge. After all, there’s no better way to spice …

 
I walked through the MAC store at Yorkdale this weekend, and was taken aback—there’s all black everything (Jay’s been peppering my speech a little bit everyday as of late… you’ll have to forgive me).
 
The MAC Style Black collection has arrived and it is BAD!!! (ALL CAPS and 4 exclamation points BAD!!!). I have a thing for black makeup; although I wouldn’t wear some of it—like black lips, maybe not—but I wanted to just try on and play with everything.
 
You have to respect someone who can do it though, don’t you? …

 
In honour of the heat that is Jay-Z’s Blueprint 3 (go get it), I thought I’d give you a taste of the very progressive but elusive Maison Martin Margiela, by the Antwerp Six’s said seventh member, Martin Margiela.
 
Never heard of it? Well, M3 has actually been quite successful among the Euro set for at least two decades, using Japanese deconstruction techniques and non-traditional fabrics to give the brand it’s particular edge.
 
If you’ve been wondering where to get those one-lens shades that make you look extra incognito and all “Geordi” from …

 
Oh, hello fine fall. Aritzia’s released their Fall 2009 looks from their runway shows (they have them at what they call GSMs, general staff meetings). Loving the images in this post for these trends:
 

Tapered pirate pants (pleats = yes)
Corset / bustier tanks
Heavy print (almost offensively heavy)
Menswear shoes

 
I’ve got my eye on you, fall. With the end of summer comes the beginning of layer-play. Excited?
 

 
> images from aritzia.com

 
Acid wash is my love, for now. Nothing screams nostalgia like acid wash jeans – they happen to have such a fantastic visual presence to them. How could you not swoon at the style? Though I’m not sure this necessarily applies to men. Nor to faux versions from your local knock-off stores.
 
Fidelity Denim sent out this piece – I’m digging the three versions, though mostly the scoop blue acid (the others are a bit too much for me…for now).
 
And that’s it!
 
…for now.
 

> fidelitydenim.com for more

 
This image is by no means a Debbie Downer-infused one. It’s a tribute to the summer neutrals that I was happy to sport for the last few months. While the colouring might not tip towards a more light and breezy nature, rest assured these pieces were fantastic for the warm (and not so warm) weathers. Although I definitely see myself still sporting some of these pieces whilst layering.
 
Can you tell what’s in this photo? To save yourself some heavy squinting, I’ll spell it out for you:
 

Lustre Boutique – Bird Necklace
Club …

 
The very fine folk of Harry Rosen sent me their Fall Looks for 2009 – so eat your heart out boys. Some great classic looks (well, because many of you boy-readers are seemingly convinced that you don’t have variety in the men’s clothing category). Assume not – here are three fine looks for the fall to come.
 
The pricing is somewhat varied in this assortment of clothing – all obviously skewed a tad higher. Much of the time I find opting for the few essentials of good make supersedes the disposable …

 
Hints of Fall 2009 are coming for shoes – not that we don’t already know what’s ahead for the fall. New patterns and warm looking textures are back with a vengeance. This time it’s not just any plaid (or farmer-centric design), but it’s a partnership with Woolrich that Converse has established for their Woolrich Chuck Taylor High Tops and Oxfords.
 
Get ready for Fall kicks, check these babies out at Get Outside (Toronto), NEON (Toronto), and groovy (Toronto). Lots of spotlight on Toronto stores in this post – apologies West Coasters, …

 
Well, accordingly to many phrases everything is the new black. But really and truly, rompers have made a large splash in the retail market for their intense comfort (sounds like an oxymoron, rest assured it is not) and all around ease of wear.
 
Just a few I’ve mangled out:
 
1. Only Hearts Romper – ShopBop.com: On sale for half the usual price, this soft heather grey romper calls out for you to get it for the weekends.
 
2. Lace Trim Romper – Forever 21: I’ll admit, I tried to buy the cornflower blue …