Kiss Print Blouse This month in our regular feature, we chose a kiss print blouse. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, but versatile enough to wear year round. The cut of this top is as easy to wear as a t-shirt, but the crispness of the fabric makes it much dressier and work appropriate.  The playful pattern appears as…
You weren’t expecting another checklist of “must haves” featuring specific items such as little black dresses and nude pumps, were you? Those lists rarely apply to everyone. How could they? Personal style is so much more than acquiring items on a list created by some fashion editor. Cultivating personal style involves deciphering which trends actually work for you and your…
Spring is around the corner, but sweater weather is not quite over yet. Make those tired woolies look new again by removing the pills and fuzz. Here is one of our favourite tools. Because it has a pill shaver on one end and a lint remover on the other, it is also great for those of…
Neutrals are…well…neutral! They go with everything and every functional wardrobe includes them. They don’t have to be boring though. Breathe new life into your wardrobe by mixing your neutral pieces in ways you had not considered before. Ways to Mix Your Neutrals Think not only in terms of mixing colours, but also mixing types of fabrics…
Leggings – One Item, Two Stylists This month in our regular feature we chose a wardrobe staple: black leggings. Cozy and comfortable, they are appealing to many women. Quite often though, leggings can look boring or sloppy or worse…like tights! It doesn’t have to be that way. First and foremost, be sure your top covers your crotch point. Do…
My sweetheart gifted me with one of these beautiful Erin Templeton bags for Christmas. About Erin Templeton Bags Erin’s bags and accessories are hand-crafted from new or recycled leather.  Her studio and storefront are right here in Vancouver’s Chinatown. Erin uses minimal hardware which is a bonus for me because it makes the bag light. While I enjoy the look of bling on…
Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! With the temperature drop, you’ll be reaching for your flannel shirt more often. Try mixing it with pieces you already have in your closet. A Flannel Shirt is a Great Winter Layering Piece Over a Turtleneck Add an extra layer of warmth by wearing it over your favourite thin knit turtleneck. You want to up the…
Happy New Year! It’s January and all around us people are making (and breaking) New Year’s resolutions. Every year it’s the same thing. Folks want to lose weight, quit smoking, get out of debt, get organized, find love, advance career, etc., etc., in the hopes of creating a happier, healthier, wealthier life. Rarely do people mention improving their…
Wrap Dress - One Item, Two Stylists This week in our regular feature we chose a zebra print wrap dress. The zebra pattern can be considered a neutral which makes it incredibly versatile. This particular print is muted giving visual interest without screaming animal print. The cut of the dress is flattering to most figures making it a a go-to…
It’s no secret that a pair of heels can do wonders for your legs, but even the most devout fashionista can be left crying for mercy after extended periods of wearing them. Whether you plan to ring in the new year dancing all night with friends, banging pots and pans at a neighbourhood house…