Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at 2:44PM 
A Clear Winner: A see-through lucite clutch from Nasty Gal
From trapeze beauties to see-through clutches, summer's top totes show that there’s a perfect bag for everyone. Looking for a little summer pick-me-up? Grab hold of one of these 18 must-have handbags and get ready to look totes amaze.
Read on for my top Splurge vs. Save Handbag picks of Summer '13
xx
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at 1:24PM 
Charlotte Olympia Cosmic Collection at Hudson's Bay
Back to work, back to the week but before I return to guilt-free, let me indulge you in a little fashion fantasy first, if you please? My fashion dream of the season? The Charlotte Olympia Cosmic Collection (aka. The Birthday Shoe), which has been at the top of every editor's wishlist since spring, and is now finally available online at thebay.com.
I'm a Sagittarius and though I sometimes question the actual merit of zodiac signs, I must admit that I'm a Sag through and through: creative, free-spirited, often unable to concentrate, and in love with shoes (the last one is such a part of my DNA that it must be written in the stars...)
For an upcoming milestone birthday, a promotion at work or any other major occasion, I can't think of a more meant-to-be gift, really. Can you? x
Friday, June 28, 2013 at 4:19PM 
ela MILCK Lipstick Stud Clutch, $300, the code
Gwyneth Paltrow with Tom Ford (and her ela MILCK). Photo via ela's WORLD
With all of the saving we do on the daily here at RLR, the occasional splurge can always be justified. I know I've mentioned ela handbags before but a brand this good (and Canadian to boot) bears repeating. ela has garnered a devoted following over the past few years, thanks to the brand's luxe materials and sophisticated designs; her bags are classic, cool and always seem to elicit compliments anytime I tote mine around. Since Gwyneth was recently spotted carrying the ela MILCK (money/ID/lipstick/cell/keys), looks like the bag's It status has officially been cemented.
We love the metallic and classic black version but this perfect red is particularly ready to go for the Canada Day weekend. If you don't already own one (or even if you do) get your ela MILCK now at Holt Renfrew, elahandbags.com or thecode.ca.
Happy loooong weekend!
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Dress with Ballerina Neckline, $125, TRISTAN
At the Ann Taylor and Forever 21 Fall '13 Preview. Photo by George Pimentel
I'm not one to wear my love of flowers overtly on my sleeve - or my skirts or my pants for that matter. It's not that I don't like florals but let's just say I'm pretty picky when picking my posies, petunias and other floral fabrics. Flowers can easily look super young, super old or just super tack; I generally try to avoid looking like any of the aforementioned.
When I spied this dress at Tristan the other week, I felt like I'd stepped straight into a Giverny scene. It's bright, cheery and perfectly Impressionistic and made me feel instantly happy on an otherwise blah day. On its own, the dress does look a little too sweet, a little too la dee dah for me, so I threw on a biker bomber to tone it down. On a hot day like today, I'd add a sexy black ankle strap sandal for some grown-up edge.
You like? You love? I hope somebody gets married or has a baby stat so I can rock this frock at the next shower...
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Wondering what to do this weekend? Might I suggest a little shoe shopping? (I mean, why stop now?) The new ALDO Flagship just opened at Yorkdale Mall and let me tell you, it's a little MAJE. The store, now the largest in North America, has an extensive collection of the brand's on-trend footwear and super cute accessories, all housed in a modern, boutique-feely shop.
Check out my pics from the media preview last week and be sure to pop by the new ALDO at Yorkdale Mall today or tomorrow to score 15% off your purchase and enjoy promotions, giveaways, great beats and sweet treats. It's gonna be a party, y'all..
xx
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