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Shine on you crazy diamond

Posted on July 3, 2014 by barbara solomon

When Fashion Magazine asked me to style this season’s super hot trend of metallics, I was somewhat lost at first. I looked back to some of my favourite times I’ve worked with this trend before like last December when I wore my boldest metallic look which was a great mini dress from the Isabel Marant pour H&M collection.

I find that this trend, is much easier to introduce into your wardrobe as flavour, rather than being the featured item. Like when Topshop Canada brought out the bling with this chain collar around the holidays last year, or this insane cuff from ASOS. Metallic shoes have always been a big thing (booties) (heels), and this summer there are so many choices available, and luckily now likely on sale!

Here is what I said to the style panel.

Photography by Trevor Negin
Dress: Topshop Canada, heels: Zara, clutch: Roots, Glasses: Derek Cardigan from clearlycontacts.ca,

After A Storm

Posted on May 28, 2013 by barbara solomon

After the storm you have to get back into the swing of things and move on. I feel like when you’re having a rough day it’s best wear something bright to cheer you up. There is a good chance the people around you could use some visual stimulation too, so dressing in solid monochromatic colours should make the people around you smile too. Here is my monochromatic rainbow, mixing tones, hues, and prints to create interesting outfits.

Photography by Trevor Negin

Shirt: American Apparel Unitard Pants: American Eagle Heels: Jeffrey Campbell Necklace: Vintage

Shirt: Cheap Monday Tank: H&M Pants: Zara Canada Heels: Nine West

Shirt: Joe Fresh Skirt: Joe Fresh Heels: Steve Madden Pearls: gift

Shirt: H&M Pants: Joe Fresh Heels: Ecote Necklace: Fenton Fallon

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Shirt & Pants: Joe Fresh Heels: Steve Madden Necklace: Fenton Fallon

Dress: C’est Moi Pants: Zara Canada Heels: Max Studio Necklace: Liana Marie

Shirt: Old Navy Skirt: Topshop Canada Heels: Franco Sarto Necklace: Vintage Bangles: Gifts

Pop in Winter

Posted on November 13, 2012 by barbara solomon

Fall is here in full swing and truthfully us in Canada need to start prepping for winter, as we can hear it’s fast approaching. Time to warm up with jackets and coats that are both warm and wonderful.

Winter is typically so dark, so this season try a coloured jacket, something bold and bright. If your too hesitant, try a pop of colour in your winter accessories as an easier way to have some fun in winter.

Fashion Magazine asked me about winter coats as part of the style panel.

Photography By Trevor Negin

Jacket & Fur Stool: Club Monaco Gloves: Coach Sweater: Joe Fresh Skirt: TOPSHOP Tights: American Apparel Boots: Seychelles