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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Sweatshirts and Sweaters for the Modern Girl

A stunning street styler at the Spring '14 shows in NYC - Fairchild Photo Services

Originally posted in The LOOK

I was busy covering World MasterCard Fashion Week in Toronto last week, loving every moment of the street style madness, but instead of buttoned-up shirts and form-fitted dresses, you know what I saw on practically every editor, model and blogger (self included)? Sweats. Once reserved strictly for do-nothing weekends, cozy sweatshirts and slouchy sweaters are currently enjoying a major moment in the world of fashion. But to be clear, this is not your average old hoodie here. I'm talking jeweled, studded, and boldly logoed crewneck sweatshirts along with slouchy, super fuzzy and borrowed-from-your-boyfriend sweaters.

So how do you wear them without looking sloppy? Here are 3 of my favourite ways to properly break out your sweats this fall:

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Your Get Outside Guide

A gorgeous pic from the RW&CO. Fall '13 campaign. Photo courtesy RW&CO.   

Majorly in need of an outerwear overhaul? We've rounded up some of the season's best coats to help you stay warm (and look lovely, of course) all fall/winter long. Read on for exactly what to look for in outerwear this season...   

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Tough Love: Grunge 2.0

Freja Beha Erichsen gets her grunge on in the Reserved Fall '13 Lookbook. 

Originally posted in The LOOK

You may not have been lucky enough to live through it; The days when Donna, David, Steve, Kelly, Brenda, Brandon, Dylan and some random girl named Andrea (An-DRAY-ah) ruled primetime and we all knew the Beverly Hills zip code. Where Liv Tyler and her besties worked at Empire Records, selling music (but not selling out, of course). Where Ethan Hawke and Jared Leto were so hot but everything else was like, 'Whatever'. Kurt Cobain and Eddie Vedder filled walkmans with All Apologies and Rear View Mirrors. And instead of selfies, tweets and Instagram, there were just camcorders, playing cards and bush parties. Then Kurt Cobain died, Soundgarden broke up, and Britney Spears put on her cheerleader outfit, and the grunge era was officially gone. Sigh...

Until now, that is. Grunge style is back in a very big way, with plaid flannel, ripped jeans, layered up tees, floral frocks, slip dresses and combat boots flooding the stores this fall. Wicked.

Whether you were a '90s teen or are just trying this out for the first time, see below for the essential pieces you need to be a total grunge goddess. (Oh, and don't forget to rock out to Nirvana to get in the (teen) spirit)...

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Found: A Floral Stunner

Originally posted in The LOOK

How pretty is this necklace? SO pretty. Pair it with your blouses and pencil skirts to score loads of compliments from your co-workers, or wear it with your basic tees and jeans for some surprising daytime sparkle. Don't you just love?! 

Pick up your Floral Statement Necklace ($35) at ALDO