Winter Classics

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I’ve always said that the best furs are those that have a story along with some meaning behind them. I’m not for buying new furs, but special pieces that carry meaning to your family are important to cherish. This fur beret belonged to my father’s mother, Reva. I just picture her wearing it during the winters to stay warm, looking beyond effortlessly chic.

Photography by Trevor Negin

Dress (worn as a top): H&M, Skirt: Joe Fresh, Knee high socks: Roots, Platforms: Vagabond, Fur Hat: Vintage, Moto Jacket: Danier

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Something to be proud of

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Watching the 2014 Olympic games, has been amazing, as the athletes representing our country are proving why #WeAreWinter.  I just want to thank Team Canada for showing our country’s true colours this year at the games, as honest, kind and thoughtful people who overall understand the meaning of good sportsmanship.

This morning Canadians are up exceptionally early to watch our amazing hockey team plays against Sweden for the gold medal. Come on boys – make us proud!! – (follow up: we won gold! congrats to all of the medal winners)

Photography by Trevor Negin

Jacket: 2002 Olympic Team Canada Hockey Award Jacket by Roots, Sweatshirt: Roots, Jeans: Bluenotes, Boots: Kurt Geiger

Leopard is the new black

Posted on by barbara solomon

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I’ve been all about prints for sometime now, mixing and pairing them in unexpected ways, but what seems to be the next big thing is the concepts of suiting and matching. We’ve been seeing a lot of this lately, with this summer’s crop tops worn with matching shorts and skirts. For fall it’s much more conservative, fitted trousers, structured yet simple blazers and this time we are challenging you to try a new print. I haven’t been able to find the perfect leopard suit, but when I found this set from Topshop a few weeks back, I thought the structure would help make do until I satisfy my sartorial urges.

Photography by Trevor Negin
Jacket, T. Babaton. Shirt and Pants, Topshop. Necklace: H&M. Anklet, Urban Outfitters Shoes: Carven Par Robert Clergerie Earrings: Vintage (2 different sets) Purse, Roots Canada