Kate Bosworth at the Burberry Prorsum Fall '12 show - source: vogue.fr
Whooo-who's got the cutest sweater in town? You do, you do. Sure, you can wear it with your skinnies (yawn), but I love it most of all when worn à la Burberry Prorsum - pair it with a chic tweed pencil skirt (or pants), a cute cropped jacket, a pretty bow belt and little ankle booties.
Pick up your Softest Printed Crew Sweater (only $32.94) now at Old Navy (also comes in fox and sheep print if you can stand it)
PS - Perfect timing alert - Go to Old Navy, Gap or Banana Republic and get 30% off your purchase (online only) w code CAGIFT30. Sale ends tomorrow!
Closet filled to the brim with basics? Get inspired by these 3 street style looks to help you raise your winter whites, greys and blacks to an oh-so-chic new level. Let it snow! (did I just say that out loud?)
Okay, so here's the thing. On occasion, I'll go to an art installation, a book reading or a modern dance performance. Sometimes, I totally get it; I can appreciate the beauty and understand the message the artist is trying to convey. Other times, I'll be like 'huh.' My bottom lip sticks out just slightly, I nod my head twice and then cock it slightly to the side with a simultaneous brow furrow/index finger to lips as I attempt to look reflective, all the while wondering what I'm missing. That's kind of how I feel about Maison Martin Margiela. Part of it I totally get: the sequined pieces, the oversized peacoat, the plexi wedge heels. Love. Love. Love. (see the gallery below for the pieces I want).
But then there's the other stuff. Acid wash denim-on-denim. Skirt/harem pant/asymmetrical jumpsuit. Trompe l'oeil dresses. Models whom you'd likely avoid if encountered on a deserted Parisian rue. 'Huh'. Bottom lip out. Nod head twice. Cock head to side/furrow brow/index finger to lips.
As I mentioned on this site back in June, venerable French fashion house Maison Martin Margiela has joined forces with H&M for an exclusive collaboration, available in select stores worldwide in a few weeks. "With these Maison Martin Margiela re-editions, some of the most important garments in recent fashion history will be made available at H&M. The pieces are incredibly accurate to the original, and prove how the most radical concept can result in fashion that is both desirable and wearable." Margareta van den Bosch, creative advisor to H&M.
Mark your calendars: The Maison Martin Margiela with H&M Collection ranges between $17.95 - $399 and is out in select stores worldwide Nov 15th! Do you like? Love? Or does it all just make you go 'hmm...'?
PS - Will post my World Mastercard Fashion Week pics tomorrow. So many great shows this year x
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?!
With black leggings comes responsibility. For how to wear them right (like this model from Gap, www.gapcanada.ca), check out my article in Metro.
Oh, and I just drew the name for my LG Fashion Week care package of fun. And the winner is....
SARA LANCASTER
Hooray for you! Treats will be coming in the mail shortly!
Check back next week for loads of fun frocks (so many amazing ones to drool over) to get you ready for party season, the prettiest slippers you've ever seen and lots of other fun fashion treats. On that note, off to have a little Friday afternoon drink. Is 2:00 too early? Happy weekend!
Monday, November 12, 2012 at 8:52PM 
