Gold Medal (Wardrobe) Roundup
Just about every Canadian in the known universe watched the gold medal Olympic hockey game. Even I, who knows little to nothing about the sport, watched in anticipation like a devoted hockey fan — and celebrated like one, too. My real interest in the Olympic Games, however, were the clothes athletes around the world would be wearing during the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as while they were in action playing their respective sports, of course. First there was the controversy surrounding Canada’s Winter Olympic uniform. The redesigned “C” insignia had some politicians upset because of its similar look to the federal Conservative Party’s logo. Then there was the backlash over American figure skater Johnny Weir and his costume choices, when he... MORE
Fashion Goes Through The Looking Glass
Who doesn’t have a special place in their heart for Alice in Wonderland? Anxious white rabbits, toothy felines, size-shifting mushrooms, monarchs calling for people’s heads and a tea party that’s mad as a hatter — what a topsy-turvy, memorable world Lewis Carroll created in his 1865 novel. I don’t know about you, but if someone says “hookah-smoking caterpillar” there’s really only one story I can name that features such a character, and it’s not Wuthering Heights. ... MORE
Pretty in Pink is Not Only a Movie
This spring it is all about embracing our feminine side. Pink is making quite the comeback in 2010 and deep down, every woman loves the colour. Most of us donned tons of it when we were little before the rebel teenager kicked in, then the clubbing university adult and the professional with suits and more suits. Over time we lost this fabulous shade over our endless identities, but 2010 is helping you welcome it once again. Now, don’t get scared off just yet. I’m not only talking about bubblegum pink, but fuchsia, coral, rose, salmon, French rose and baby pink. There are endless choices of shades coming out this spring that you can incorporate into your wardrobe, starting with a blazer from shopbop.com. If you’re looking for a more subtle look,... MORE
The Fashion Ethic Aesthetic
Designers from Vancouver to Montreal get in touch with their green side
Eight Gifts for Hanukkah
These unique items are sure to brighten up anyone's Festival of Lights
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