Old Made New

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This silk robe, an item I got from Aritzia a few seasons ago, has graced my blog every season, adding a simple element of luxe to every outfit it’s styled with. In January of 2013 it was the highlight colour of an outfit, and in February of the same year I styled it romantically with black lace and a nod to Curtis Kulig. A month ago, in April of 2014, I styled it with a head-to-toe pastel blue look for contrast to welcome the long awaiting spring weather.  When Fashion Magazine asked their style panel this week to rework one of their favourite pieces, I knew that this robe was my timeless classic that I have been able to transition season after season. Here is what I said.
Now I’m playing with a tonal look with blush and navy, plaid and pinstripes. This robe, is my favourite way to add elegance (and coverage) to an easy spring/summer look.Photography by Trevor Negin

Robe: Wilfred (similar) , Croptop: American Apparel, Skirt: Topshop Canada, Ear cuff: Urban Outfitters, Shoes: Zara 

Getting Inspired

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Fashion, like any form of art, requires inspiration. A trip to your local museum, art gallery, or concert are great places to see culture in from a different perspective.

I took a trip to The AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario) and feel in love with the love story that was Frida & Diego. Their different outlooks on Mexico’s revolutionary culture during the 1920s and 1930s and how they expressed the same emotion, differently, was truly inspiring and is the reason they are considered Mexico’s most famous artists.

Photography Trevor Negin

Sweater: Joe Fresh  Pants: Topshop  Socks: The Gap  Wedges: Jeffrey Campbell   Purse: Roots  Coat: Vintage London Fog

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Photograph from The AGO