Weekend Basics for Winter: Long Sweaters, Skinny Pants and Tall Boots

Though Toronto doesn’t necessarily get all that snowy in the winter, thanks to below freezing or borderline freezing temperatures, snow the ground is often extremely wet.  And as a frequent walker and transit-taker, even during the weekend, a wet walkway, especially when there are snowbanks, can dirty the hems of pants.  Thus, for me, anyway, […]

Holiday Gift Ideas for your Favourite Traveller

This is the time of year when people scramble to come up with original, and hopefully useful, gifts for friends and family. Here are some that may appeal to the globe-trotters on your list. 1.     HEYS CARRY-ON Many airlines are charging for checked luggage now. If you have a relatively short trip (or you […]

‘Bachelorette’ On a Budget: Maynard’s Fashion Must-Haves

Okay okay, so Emily Maynard has a meer $350,000 fashion budget this season on the Bachelorette- but believe it or not, there are a few key pieces that are in a not-so-ordinary girl, with an ordinary-pocket book’s, price range. On her date with Chris, Maynard scaled the outside of a building, and she did it […]

Wear Spring Colours NOW!

While winter is still settling, stores are already stocking up on spring 2012 styles.  Though those of us who live in colder climates can’t wear them just yet, it doesn’t mean that you can’t incorporate spring colours of pink, green and orange in your winter wardrobe!  Many sweaters, skirts and tops are all-season proof, and […]

Video: Webitor’s Picks from Joe Fresh and J.Crew

As cold weather approaches, I’m finding that I’m wearing more and more sweaters.  I actually have a huge collection in my closet (and my old closet at my parents’ place) dating back to high school (I think I still have a Fair Ilse sweater from the Gap circa 1995 or 1996.)  My three newest additions, […]

Banana Republic Teaming Up With Mad Men for Capsule Collection

Yesterday, Gap Inc. announced that Banana Republic and Mad Men will be collaborating with each other once again.  However, this year, it isn’t just about sending in photos to get a walk-on role.  Banana Republic will also be teaming up with Mad Men costume designer, Janie Bryant for a capsule collection of vintage/Mad Men-inspired clothes.  […]