Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 1:31PM 
Hunter Grillette Wellies, $225, LOCALE
Favoured by royalty and Rachel Bilson alike, owning a pair of Hunters will make you say, “Rain, rain, bring it on!” Although they're an investment, I love these pretty patent versions because they look just like a classic riding boot. For more chic spring puddle-jumpers to satisfy every budget, check out my top 10 list at iVillage.ca. Happy March 1st to you!
Friday, February 17, 2012 at 1:22PM 
No snow-suits for this girl - Ashley takes a stylish stroll through the park. (Blazer, Blouse & Hat: H&M; Infinity Scarf: Spring; Cobalt Blue Jeans: American Eagle Outfitters; Boots: Steve Madden (The Bay); Bag: TNA (Aritzia)
About 3 months ago, a note popped into my inbox from a girl named Ashley; She told me that she was a Montessori teacher by day and a style addict the rest of the time, devouring blogs, magazines and Fashion Television whenever she possibly could. Like me, Ashley lives in London, which - let's be honest - isn't exactly the fashion mecca of North America - and was looking for a way to pursue her creative side. I met up with her, instantly loved her style and sweet personality, and we decided to start a regular little column to chronicle her fab fashion sense. I don't know about you but none of my teachers ever looked this chic.
Check back here often for more of the ever-smiling Ashley. How cute is she?!
Happy Family Day Friday to you! xo
Spring 2012, Street Style, Winter 2012 Sarah Francis. Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 2:27PM 
As I sit here eating my daughter's Valentine's chocolates (come on..she's only 3...), I can't help but feel a little nostalgic. When I dropped her off at pre-school today, the kids went straight to the mats for circle time. In her hand, she clutched Valentine's cards for her 18 classmates, on which she'd painstakingly written her name: C. H. L. O. E. Accent Aigu. On each card, she'd attached a little packet of 'hot lips' because 'we just really should, mom'. It was a true labour of love and she beamed with pride as she handed out the treats to all of her friends. Though I play the cynic sometimes, I'm rather hopelessly in love with love, and still keep my old Valentine's cards, highschool 'love' letters and every little card, note and e-mail my husband has ever written me.
Hope you enjoy this Valentine's Day and that it's filled with loads of love; whether it's the romantic kind, the friend kind, the amazing pair of shoes kind, or the messed up Bachelor kind. Is anyone else watching that? Is Ben Flajnik on crack? He needs to send that nasty biatch home already! I mean...I'm sure she's really lovely way deep down inside. Like, waaay deep down...
Okay, back to the chocolates. Love you!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 12:01PM 
The Citron PS1 Leather Pouch from Proenza Schouler, $1225, proenzaschouler.com
The Essex Scout Bag from Kate Spade, $197, katespade.com
Old Navy's Mini-Messenger Bag, $15.50, oldnavy.ca
I just picked up this mini-messenger bag from Old Navy and I cannot wait to try it out. A virtual stand-in for Kate Spade's Essex Scout bag and Proenza Schouler's Neon PS1 Pouch, the Old Navy version has a practical over-the-shoulder strap and is the perfect size to hold all of my essentials. Though I'm having a lot of fun exploring the softer side of the colour wheel for spring, neon always looks great as an accent. I imagine it with white and grey, or with shades of tan & black, or even against pink. Not feeling the neon? The bag also comes in black or white at oldnavy.ca. Two words: Must. Have.
Monday, February 6, 2012 at 9:40AM 
Photos courtesy Gap
Gap just sent me these pics over the weekend and I'm totally smitten! The bright little separates, perfect for the pint-sized and playful might be wee, but are big on classic DVF style; with clever prints, amazing colour and, of course, the little wrap dress. I can't wait to get a few of these pieces for my daughter and if I'm very, very lucky, I'm hoping to squeeze myself into a size 14. The DVF for Gap collection hits select babyGap and GapKids stores across Canada on March 15th. Check back here for all the deets about a fun DVF fashion segment hosted by yours truly, coming soon to a TV screen near you! Yay!