Thursday, August 18, 2011 at 10:55PM 
Amaaazing Knit and Leather Gloves, H&M, $39.95
You can think about gloves,
You can think about SNUVS,
You can think a long time about snuvs and their gloves
- Dr. Seuss
Just back now from a whirlwind, event-filled trip to the city. Party pics from J.Crew's Toronto launch tomorrow xo
Fall 2011, H&M, Leather Gloves Sarah Francis. Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 11:10AM 
Missoni for Target fall ad campaign featuring Margherita Missoni
Photos courtesy Target
As you know, I adore our fine country - I try to support Canadian brands wherever possible and I'm beyond proud that our little nation produces such a rocking body of fashion talent. However, I do have a serious weakness for Target and whenever I find myself on the other side of the border, I get all tingly with anticipation when I see that beacon of bargains bulls-eye. Still, I rarely make the effort to cross-border shop anymore, unless there's something remarkable to be had, especially since Target will be here soon enough.
The new Missoni for Target collection, however, is one designer collaboration that I simply can't pass up. I must have that bicycle, my husband needs some printed ties and I'm seriously considering having a third child, just so that baby can wear a Missoni onesie. Margherita, ci vediamo piu' tardi. La tua bicicletta sarai mia!
The Missoni for Target collection will hit stores (and Target.com) September 13th. Be sure to check out the cute and clever tumbl'r site dedicated to the launch here. Magnifico!
Fall 2011, Missoni for Target Sarah Francis. Monday, August 15, 2011 at 2:22PM 
Cardigans bring to mind words like 'practical', 'safe', and 'boooring'. So, when I find a cardigan I love, I feel like everyone should know about it. This piece of papaya perfection has swept me off my feet and at a glance, I swear it single-handedly cured me from the flu that hit our house last week. One look at its brilliant colour, its luxurious silhouette and its simple gold buttons and I was smitten. Luckily it's from Jacob and in stores now for only $79. Don't you just love?!
Thanks for your patience with my slow posting ways last week. This week should be a good one, though...my sister and I are meeting Jenna Lyons at Toronto's J.Crew launch party this Wed night. Can't wait to give you all the inside scoop. Eek!
Cardigan, Fall 2011, Jacob Sarah Francis. Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at 8:31AM Originally posted in The CLOSET
A budget-friendly Chanel quilted bag - photo via Jak & Jil blog
1. Coach Classic City Bag, Coach, $278; 2. Structured Handbag, ALDO Accessories, $38; 3. Coach Classic Leather Shoulder Purse, Coach, $298; 4. Messenger Bag, Danier, $189; 5. Kristina Bag in Prince Leather, Roots, $298; 6. Modern Satchel, ALDO Accessories, $45; 7. Clutch, Danier, $69; 8. Fossil Mini Cross-Body Bag, The Bay, $70; 9. Faux Leather Tote, H&M, $39.95; 10. Mini Monique Bag, Roots, $188
I'll admit it: I have a love-hate relationship with logos. Seeing an iconic Chanel 'C' or a far-beyond-my-budget LV instantly brings to mind words like luxury, haute-couture and credit card debt. There are days when I wish I could snatch up the latest celebrity It-bag and have a Birkin in every colour, just because I had so much money that, what else could I possibly do with it all?! I get the twinges of jealousy, I understand the appeal, I feel the lust.
And yet, those same It-bags can often feel a little, for lack of a better word, cheap. Seems counterintuitive given the hefty pricetags associated with designer bags, but there's just something about a girl plastered with logos that screams, "Hey everybodyyyy, see my Gucci bag? See all the logos?! I'm rolling in it, suckers!!!" Don't get me wrong, I own a few logo pieces myself, but my latest obsession is the subtle, classic bag - the well-made, beautifully-designed bag that won't look dated in a year or two (see my top 10 relatively guilt-free picks above). Maybe it is a jealousy thing or maybe I've just gotten tired of trying to compete, but to me, a beautiful, understated bag is miles more impressive than a loud, logo-plastered purse. Shouldn't they be paying me to advertise for them? I know I'm not the only one who feels this way - clean-lined, logo-free bags are being embraced by designers everywhere this fall and I'm loving the results. Even Coach recently brought back its line of 'Classics', whose timeless appeal and un-fussy designs have won over legions of stylish fans.
Now, carry on. Just be sure to carry away a simple, chic new fall bag as a little back-to-whatever gift. They're always saying to love yourself first and I really can't think of a better way. Hooray!
Best Bags, Coach, Fall 2011 Sarah Francis. Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 9:26AM 
Eppihimer Loafer Wedge, ALDO, $120 - available in stores mid-August
What makes a shoe a work of art? As with so many things in life, a remarkable shoe comes down to the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. The must-have mustard shade (so on-trend for this fall), the stacked wedge heel (ditto) and the loafer detailing (double ditto) make this genius shoe from ALDO an absolute must-buy. Be diligent about getting it as soon as it hits stores, though - I can pretty much guarantee your size won't be there for long, especially since Refinery 29 pegged it as one of this fall's top footwear finds alongside a number of high-priced designer shoes. If I can get my eager little paws on these beauties, I'll wear them with skirts, dresses and skinnies all fall/winter long. Ooohh - anyone else feeling butterflies?
Aldo, Fall 2011, Shoes, Trends Sarah Francis.