Shiny Pretty Thing

Printed Sequined Cardigan, $199, Zara

The minute I saw this sparkly cardi, I knew it looked fabulously familiar.  Then I remembered, and only 2 initials came to mind: O.P.  That beacon of better-than-you-bitchiness Olivia Palermo whom, try as I might to resist, can't help but lurv. She's gorgeous, has a hot hot hot German boyfriend and a closet I would kill for. And somehow, she always knows exactly how to expertly pull together an outfit, making everyone else in the room look lacking.  Grrr.

This Zara cardi is perfect year-round but especially essential this season when you can amp up the glitter to keep up with the rest of the holiday sparkle.  Wear it like a blazer over your dresses and tailored separates or go downtown..err...make that uptown...over distressed denim à la O.P.

Photo: WhoWhatWear.com

Moves like Mimran

Kim Newport-Mimran works it with the lovely ladies from ASC Public Relations at the Pink Tartan Holiday Preview at Bayview Village

When Toronto's reigning queen of cool, Kim Newport-Mimran, hosted a private event at the new Pink Tartan at Bayview Village, I RSVP'd somewhat reluctantly, knowing just how well Pink Tartan woos.  I committed to keep my Visa locked tightly in my clutch and focus on the job at hand - get pictures, meet and greet, get out. Simple, right?

After they sent Rosedale Livery to pick me up, then plied me with Veuve and macarons, it was already too late. Once Mrs. Mim took me on a private tour of the shop in her ever-so-cool way - I wanted everything. 

Though I resisted the Thierry Lasry shades and the Mark Cross bag (just barely), I couldn't help myself, walking away with a cute pair of bright yellow shades, a Parisian Chic daybook, Marvis toothpaste and Crown Mill notecards in 'Joe Fresh Orange'. Now here's the shocking part: I spent under $100. Didn't think it was possible at Pink Tartan but happily, it is.  KNP has curated a lovely assortment of little luxuries for you and your favourites, like Mariage Frères teas (her fave) and her go-to EX VOTO White Edition candles, direct from Paris, because that's how she rolls.  Check out some of her can't-resist picks from Pink Tartan, including the adorable new Karl Lagerfeld, Anna Wintour and Miuccia Prada MuaMua dolls ($35 each). Love them!

Happy weekend, lovelies.  My wine glasses are looking remarkably empty...Hmm..must do something about that ;)

Chaise. Lounge.

With deadlines done and gift shopping in the bag, we’ll soon be able to take a much-needed pause and just finally, oh-so-blissfully chill. Ahhhh.These lady of leisure essentials will help you kick back in style over the holidays, whether you’re baking cookies with your wee ones, indulging in a holiday movie marathon, or staying overnight as a houseguest. Doing nothing never looked so very chic.

For my full round-up of pajamas with serious panache, check out my article this week at iVillage.ca. Anyone else ready? Like, now?

Gold Digger

You know those days when you look at your closet and all you think is, "Ugh"? Consider these your little shake-ups, guaranteed to breathe life into a safe and staid routine. I'd wear them to drop-off and pick-up, and maybe even a pick-up game of 3-on-3 just for kicks. Because I wanna be a baller, a shot caller, twenty inch blades on the Impala. 

Read: LOVE these.  

Check, check, check these Metallic Glam Studded High-Tops ($195) at Michael Kors. Now play on, playas...

Massimo Dutti: The NYC Collection

Photo source: Massimo Dutti

Since Massimo Dutti came to Canada earlier this year, I've been a huge (huge!) fan.  The line is urban, elegant and well-priced - what's not to love?  I'm particularly smitten with their new NYC Limited Edition Collection for both women and men filled with beautiful basics that strut seamlessly from work to weekend. Now if only they would open up more stores, stat!

The collection ranges from $39.50 (Elastic Bracelet) to a splurgey (but worth it) $1,298 (Leopard Print Coat) at Massimo Dutti  at Toronto Eaton Centre.  Click the thumbnails below to see the full women's collection and get ready to want.

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