Primary Instinct

Posted on by barbara solomon

One of the most popular blog postings I’ve made was talking about primary colours, and how playing around with them can add huge effect to an outfit. I clearly feel the same, and can fill you in on a colour trend – Green is hot now and will continue to be hot far into summer 2013! Different shades and strong hues; mints, jade, and forest.

My lovely Necklaces/Scarves are handmade by my dear friend Melissa Ann who works with me at The Bay head office. She is the founder and creative director of  Cara Mia! She has given me 4 necklace/scarves that are perfect for fall to give away to one lucky fan! All you have to do to enter is like Cara Mia By Melissa Ann on Facebook and Barbara Ann’s Style Blog, if you haven’t already and  leave a message on the bottom of this post! Contest closes November 15th! Winner will be announced and contacted soon after that.

Jacket: Old Navy Sweater: Signature Collection from The Bay Pants: Joe Fresh  Necklace/Scarves: Cara Mia  Purse: Winners  Heels: TOPSHOP

Photography by Trevor Negin

Urban Jungle

Posted on by barbara solomon

Shirt: Zara   Pants: Joe Fresh Fall 12   Belt: Banana Republic   Shoes: Michael Kors  Necklace: Family Vacation

I’ve recently started working for The Hudson’s Bay Company as a graphic designer and it’s pretty unreal, to be honest! The Bay is such a great brand and I so excited to design for this Canadian Icon. That being said, I went from a casual dress work environment to a very corporate, and I must say I’m excited to rework my closet to create a more polished look.

Fall is one of my favourite seasons, and as the new lineup hits the stores, my heart and wallet skip a beat (thank g.d for the new job!). I’ve been decorating in Kelly Green for a bit now around my apartment, and when I saw these pants at Joe Fresh, there were really no questions. (Similar pants are available at The Gap, I was hours away from buying those to be honest.) Kelly Green works so well in my very collective style home and closet, matching almost any print, pattern and colour I throw at them.

And Plaid Magazine where I also work as an art director is now 1 of the 25 Magazines You Should Know in Toronto!
check it out Fall Winter 2012 is available soon