Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 9:56AM 
Photo by George Pimentel/Getty.
World MasterCard Fashion Week has come to a close and after witnessing hundreds of tempting creations strut down the runways, I've compiled a shortlist of what I want to wear once the snow melts. Check out my article in iVillage.ca today to see which trends we'll all be wearing for Spring '15...
Friday, October 17, 2014 at 11:14AM 
Photos via Joe Fresh
The Joe Fresh Holiday Lookbook arrived in my inbox recently and since I've finally accepted the cold weather, I think it's only right to share it with you. In a word: dreamy. The styling is perfect - the Nordic knits, the chunky scarves, the faux fur trims, and even the socks worn with heels. Don't knock it 'til you've tried it. And because it's all Joe Fresh, it's affordable and wearable, so this fashion dream can actually come true for you (and you and you and you). The holiday collection drops in stores throughout November and December.
Speaking of Joe, I'll be heading to Toronto next week for Spring '15 World MasterCard Fashion Week so be sure to follow me all next week on this blog (and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) for my pretty people pics from the street, the studio and the big shows at David Pecaut Square.
Until then, happy weekend! Isn't it always?
Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 2:59PM 
Photos via H&M
You know the saying 'fake it 'til you make it'? I find that this applies best to the 'active lifestyle' compartment of my life. I love killer workout gear - I mean, few things make me happier than a sweet new pair of running shoes. And when I walk into the gym with my hot pink earbuds, my neon kicks, and tight black running pants that make my gams look like those of a highly trained ninja warrior, I feel that runner's high that people who run always talk about. As for the working out part of the equation? Meh.
But I plan on making several appearances in the YMCA cardio room, salsaing my way through a Zumba class or two, and maybe even getting outdoors for a brisk fall jog in the new Alexander Wang x H&M collection, if only to show it off. Sporty to the max, the lookbook just dropped full of black and grey separates fit for any urban athlete, whether in intention or in actual practice. I'm totally out of breath over those leggings. Phew.
Mark your calendars and get ready to warm up those arms for some swift grabbing - the competition for the best pieces is sure to be fierce. The Alexander Wang x H&M collection launches in 250 H&M stores worldwide and online November 6th. In the meantime, be sure to tune in live to the NYC launch at 8:15 pm tonight at hm.com/wangxhm
See the full collection by clicking on the thumbnails below:
Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at 9:27AM 
With time and budgets stretched to the max, I love choosing clothes that mix and match together to make reliably stellar outfits. This week, iVillage.ca asked me to pick 9 fall pieces to make 5 perfect fall outfits. The tough part? Do it all (clothes, shoes and outerwear included) on a $400 budget. I do love a good fashion challenge...
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Cara Delevingne walks the Burberry Prorsum runway in the brand's now-famous check blanket poncho. Giovanni Giannoni/Fairchild Photo Service.
Originally posted in The LOOK
Why spend the season with chattering teeth and freezing feet? Designers have given us loads of tempting reasons to cozy up this fall, from the trend that lets you wear your blanket out, to the warm boot socks you'll never want to take off.
Happy Thanksgiving, lovelies! Personally, I'm grateful for stretchy pants. And you?