Three Faves from Banana Republic x Marimekko

The Banana Republic x Marimekko collection lands in stores and online tomorrow  (May 22, 2014).  The collection is perfect for summer with its bright prints and colours.  And considering that the weather is definitely looking up (at least around here – we are going to be in the high teens to mid-20s (Celsius – that would […]

Call of the Preppy Wild at Matis by Lucian Matis

This Project Runway Canada alum’s more “casual” line is always a show that I look forward to in Toronto.  Not only are prices more affordable than his “main” line, but the pieces definitely have more use…for the every day woman, anyway.  As usual, the collection is filled with looks that are appropriate for many occasions, […]

So Who’s Excited for Marni at H&M?

Marni at H&M hits stores on March 8 and Hollywood celebrated its launch at a party a few days ago.  Held at a Hollywood area residence and hosted by Marni founder and creative director, Consuelo Castiglioni, attendees included well-known names such as Drew Barrymore, Freida Pinto, Milla Jovovich and Sophia Coppola, who directed the ad […]

Marni for H&M: Spring-Summer 2012 Designer Collaboration!

dcsu8nehqag Just weeks after the frenzy known as Versace for H&M, the Swedish-based clothing company has announced its next designer collaboration.  In addition to an online-only (i.e. we North Americans don’t get to partake) encore for Versace, Italian brand Marni will have a collection of clothing and accessories for men and women starting March 8, […]

Mary Katrantzou Brightens Up Cold Weather

Cynthia Cheng Mintz Mary Katrantzou presented her very artsy pieces at the last day of London Fashion Week’s Autumn/Winter 2011 Collections (the official last day is actually Wednesday, but only men’s wear is being presented).  Resembling pieces of hand-painted antique china, these very colourful pieces are certainly different from what many other designers are presenting for next season.  […]