Just Beachy

Stripe Tunic, $90, J. Crew

cov·er-up (cu-ver-up) An effort or strategy of concealment, especially a planned effort to prevent something potentially scandalous from becoming public.  

A great cover-up allows you to lounge poolside or grab après-beach cocktails in style without exposing all of your naughty bits. Leave a little something to the imagination this summer with these 10 under-$100 ‘kini-covers in my weekly style article at iVillage.ca.  Now, where's the beach?!

Neon 101

If you're like me, neon is something to approach with caution.  Oh, I've worn it head to toe, back in the early '90s, bombing down Mount St. Chicopee in avalanche-safe neon, from my day-glo toque to the tips of my neon skis.  Face done (in pink zinc), hair done (neon elastics), everything 'did'.  Oh ya, I was that little ski bunny on neon crack and I Loved. Every. Minute.

This summer, neon's back in a big way but this time, I'll let it play a supporting role in my wardrobe, with crazy statement necklaces and neon lucite bangles adding a perfect shot of fun to my daily grind.  Consider yourself a neon newbie?  Ladies (of all ages), take your cue from the Chloé Spring '12 show and let highlighter pinks, oranges, and yellows pop against an all white canvas.  Summer's nearly here - it's time to play! x 

Stylish Gifts: The Father's Day Edition

David Beckham Bodywear for H&M - photo courtesy H&M

Help your guy feel closer to the glory of Becks with David Beckham Bodywear for H&M. The collection of tees, tanks and underwear delivers quality and longevity, with comfortable elastic waistbands, tags that don’t scratch, and seams that don’t rub against the body. I’ll admit it - I’ve touched the underwear and it really feels lovely.  Ahem...oh, and David Beckham boxers, briefs and trunks are on sale (2 for $20) until June 17th. Score!

For more stylish ideas for Dad, check out my gift round-up at iVillage.ca

Maison Martin Margiela for H&M

As I mentioned on Twitter yesterday, H&M's next collaboration is a big one.  This time, the Swedish chain has gone full-on Parisian haute, with today's announcement of a fall collab with Maison Martin Margiela.  

“MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA is one of the most important and influential fashion houses of the past three decades. I am so excited by this radical collaboration, which will give fashion lovers around the world the chance to wear special pieces by MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA. This collaboration will be a great and memorable fashion moment”, says Margareta van den Bosch, Creative Advisor at H&M. 

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA is a decidedly unconventional brand; The French fashion house relies on the collaborative efforts of its team, who work together to deconstruct and transform fabrics into shape-shifting, volume-bending garments which typically look more like art installations than actual clothes.  Can't wait to see what the partnership produces...and more importantly, if the H&M masses will bite...

The MMM collection for H&M will be in 230 stores worldwide on Nov 15, 2012.  

Found: A Great White

The first of a four-day week is almost over and I have yet to post (bad blogger!) so thought I should share this pretty new blouse I found at H&M over the weekend.  It's made of 100% cotton, has great long sleeves, gorgeous embroidered details and a lovely neckline - everything I look for in a perfect summer blouse.  At under $30, it will make the perfect guilt-free addition to all of your bright summer bottoms.  Isn't she lovely?!  

The Embroidered Cotton Blouse ($29.95) is waiting for you at H&M