M'Oticons: DEL TORO x ALISON LOU

#drunkinlove loafers. Photos via M'oda 'Operandi

Every once in awhile, a collection comes along that's so stupid cute that you just need in. If you remember the super popular Charlotte Olympia astrological collection from a few years back, you might recall that 'should I, shouldn't I?' feeling. Well, here we go again. This time, it's all about emoticons jumping off your smartphone onto your lobes and loafers thanks to the new exclusive courtesy of Del Toro x Alison Lou at Moda Operandi. Pardon me while I swoon. Part of me feels like this collection came about 10 years too late (or I arrived 10 years too early) but the other part of me is like 'screw it'. I use emoticons on the daily. And I use words like 'on the daily'. If anything's going to keep me feeling young and carefree, it's buying useless crap like these shoes. And I will be able to take the BEST #fromwhereistand pics on Instagram.(sneaky link, thanks for the follow, owe you). 

Now, the only question is which pair? Help, please. Here are some of my favs, not including the also very cute emoticon studs. Trunk show is currently on for pre-orders at M'oda 'Operandi for the next 13 days should you wish to indulge in a pair for yourself or as a (most perfect and personal) Christmas gift. The loafers are spendy ($340) but, 'tis the season... Yup. #drunkinlove

happy fri!

#bombshell

#eyeofthetiger

#ido blonde (also avail in brunette)

#dramaqueen

#hammertime

#jetsetter

#gaypride

#partyintheusa (I LOVE THESE)

#rockstar

#smokinghot

#selfie

#puppylove

The Taylor Tomasi Hill Effect

Taylor Tomasi Hill mixes it up in at the Rochas show in Paris. Source: StyleBistro

As former Style and Accessories Director at Marie Claire and current Artistic Director at Moda Operandi, Taylor Tomasi Hill has an eye for the extras. Add to that her fearless approach to fashion (she’s the current one-to-watch in the street style world) and her supermodel looks and we’re completely smitten.

So, how do you pull off Taylor’s aristo-chic look? Mix up unexpected colours and textures, always keep your hair well-groomed (fiery red hue optional) and of course, never forget the power of killer statement accessories.  For all the luxe-for-less pieces to help you nab the coveted TTH vibe, check out my story this week at iVillage.ca.  Love her!