3 Real Life Ways to Wear Winter White

A winter white look you could actually wear outside. Source: Pinterest.

Originally posted in The CLOSET

Winter white is one of those trends that look so good in pictures but can go so totally wrong in practice. From Gwyneth Paltrow in that stunning white Tom Ford gown at the Oscars to to all of the pretty white pant suits on the Fall '13 runways, there's nothing dreamier than head-to-toe white. But in real life? Think ketchup, slush puddles and toddlers. Add a chocolate lab and minus 20 weather and that floaty white skirt doesn't look quite so cute anymore, does it?

Sure, white might not be the most practical colour but there are ways to make it work for your everyday life. Read on for easy tips to pull it off and 3 chic looks to inspire you to add more winter white to your wardrobe...

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SHOP SMART: Your Need-to-Know November Fashion News

A gorgeous shot from the Gap Holiday 2013 Campaign. Confession: I found this scarf in the men's section and promptly bought it.

I love to shop no matter what, but this month's crop of cool collabs, irresistible deals and just released collections has me especially stoked. Read on for what's new and hot in stores right now, just in time for the start of holiday shopping season...

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EXTREME MEASURES: Winter's Cutest, Coziest Accessories

Faux fur keeps you warm (and super chic), no matter what Mother Nature throws your way.

Originally posted in The LOOK

I had a panic attack today. It wasn't caused by anything major, mind you, just a tiny little white snowflake that landed on my hand as I was taking my Westie for a walk. He looked up, and so did I, then we looked at each other, and sprinted straight back to the house. So far, I've gotten away with no gloves or hats or winter boots this season, but I can't ignore our Canadian reality any longer - it's November, the snow is coming, and there is nothing we can do to stop it. 

Luckily, I've found that shopping seems to fix the majority of my problems. Since my scarf situation is pretty sad, and I seem to only have one of both pairs of gloves I relied on last year (how does that always happen?). it's high time for a winter accessory update. From smartphone-friendly gloves and perfect slouchy beanies, to gorgeous winter boots and fab faux-fur headwraps, I've found the best hard-working accessories to keep you cozy and cute, no matter what Mother Nature throws at you this winter. Sigh...I feel better already, don't you?

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Fashion Forward: The Invisible Bicycle Helmet

The world's first invisible bicycle helmet, now available online. Photo credit: Hövding

I recently came across this story on the Traveling Greener blog and thought it was so cool that I just had to share. The invisible bicycle helmet is real, it's here and it's actually available for purchase online. 

Isn't it amazing what people can create when they put their minds to it? 

See how it works in The Invisible Bicycle Helmet, a 3-minute short film from Focus Forward Films by documentary filmmaker Fredrik Gertten.

Happy Friday!

The Invisible Bicycle Helmet | Fredrik Gertten from Focus Forward Films on Vimeo.

How to Look Cute Without Even Trying

Slouchy, dishevelled and oversized? Count me in. Photo courtesy H&M

Originally posted in The Fashion Scoop

Fashion has never been about comfort - it's just the unfortunate price we pay to look good. And while I totally get the desire to look tall and skinny, even I've had enough of the toe-pinching and stomach sucking for a little while. It's no wonder guys are usually more laid-back. I mean, wouldn't you be a little less irritable if you could actually feel your toes?

Luckily, one of fall's biggest trends goes completely against the typical fashion grain - you know the one where pain is good and comfort is bad. The new look is all about looking like you just rolled out of bed. Um, sign me up (you'll find me on the couch), show me the way to the sweatshirt section and toss me in front of Garance Doré. I am sooo ready to rock this.

From cozy knits that you won't want to take off, to cooler versions of your lived-in sweatshirts, to the cutest toques that'll hid any signs of bed-head, I've hand-picked the season's cutest, most comfy finds. We'll go back to painful fashion next time but for now, let's just enjoy this moment. And breathe.....

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