When you think of fashion models, often tall, leggy and thin come to mind. But last Saturday, a lecture featuring former i-D Magazine editor, Caryn Franklin, opened up a discussion on diversity in fashion. Franklin said from the start that she didn’t want to recruit students to her way of thinking, but rather to be aware of the lack of…
Betsey Johnson addicts rejoice! We can all now relax and stop trolling the clearance section on her website. After filing for bankruptcy, Betsey Johnson announced a new affordable clothing line will be out in stores next Spring. The line will be carried in department stores and will feature classic dress designs and her signature prints. Prices will range between $99…
A few weeks ago, I went to Rome, Italy for a reporting trip. I found beauty, history and even gluten-free pizza in the eternal city. I want to dedicate the next few posts to profile the sights, sounds and style of my Grand Tour of Italy. Going through photos has made me nostalgic, and only more excited to take on…
The Italian kitchen. Onions, peppers, parmesan, garlic and of course, tomatoes come to mind. The get ups at Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2012 collection were inspired by the Italian kitchen and 50s housewives. With cinched-waist dresses, bustiers and full a-line skirts with whimsical prints, the collection is one of my favourites this seasont. The smell, taste and colour of authentic…
This look was about playing with textures. I love bright skinny jeans, and these peach pedal pusher pants from H&M are bright and cheery. I played with textures, pairing the cotton pants with a pleated chiffon blouse featuring a crocheted yoke and accordion pleat bottom, a wool hat and a patent bag. My bag was a gift from my mother,…
