Dining by the Water at Diner en Blanc 2014

Last night was Toronto’s third Diner en Blanc!  The weather, once again cooperated and several hundred people, all dressed in white, gathered at Ontario Place for a beautiful dinner in front of the lake.  This year’s event was held later than usual – in September rather than late August.  In fact, I joked to another […]

Kate Hudson’s Capsule Collection for Ann Taylor

Celebrities are always collaborating with retailers or designers, creating capsule collections and Kate Hudson is no exception.  Launched just yesterday, her white and rose gold collection for Ann Taylor features summer-ready dresses, skirts, tops as well as accessories.  The collection was officially launched online in Wednesday morning and at Ann Taylor stores later in the […]

H&M Fall 2013: Where’s the Colour?

H&M, hardly the first non-high end brand to present at any Fashion Week, made its Parisian debut recently with the Fall 2013 collection at the historical Musée Rodin.  Celebrities including Emma Roberts and Ashley Olsen, joined stylists, editors and musicians as models weaved in and out of the museum’s rooms in what looked like a […]

Greta Constantine Goes Navy, Black and White for Spring 2013

Greta Constantine presented their Spring/Summer 2013 collections to media and fans alike at the Distillery District’s Fermenting Cellar last week, about a month and a half after when they typically show in Toronto.  The collection, consisting of three colours of black, navy and white (i.e. a little bit nautical), were presented by colour with the […]

Diner en Blanc Descends into Toronto

Toronto held its first Diner en Blanc last night – August 9, 2012.  Despite the cold and pouring rain, some 1,000 participants, all donning white from head to toe descended to Fort York around 7 pm, with meals packed in picnic baskets, catching the attention of many.  Diner en Blanc, which started in Paris in […]

Monique Lhuillier for Waterford Pieces Makes One Rethink Formal Settings

Known for her gorgeous wedding dresses, Monique Lhuillier has made an addition to her bridal resume.  Teaming up with Waterford, she has released a collection of gorgeous china and crystals.  Ms. Lhuillier made an apperance at an event held at William Ashley in Toronto’s Manulife Centre, attendees nibbled on mini cupcakes from Cake Opera and […]

Mad Men Banana Republic Collection: Petites Available This Time!

The number one complaint for the last Mad Men Banana Republic Collection collaboration that launched in August 2011 was the lack of petite sizing.  This time, however, is a different story.  The collection, which has fewer pieces this time (and no shoes), includes petites in pretty much every item (except the cardigan – the Canadian […]

Nicholas K: All About the Flow!

Though the unofficial start of fall has just begun (and not even started calendar-wise), the thought of spring and summer has already gone through the minds of the fashion world.  The opening show of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York was Nicholas K Studio. For Spring/Summer 2012, the women’s (and men’s) collection is full of […]

Black and White and a Touch of Colour: A Webitor’s Pick for Work

Below are our suggestions for a sophisticated summer look with black, white and a bit of colour. Try combining a white, cropped pant with a black, lightweight top and blazer, then add a colourful scarf. Can’t wear cropped pants to work? No problem. Try a sleek, white dress instead!   The pieces also convert very […]

Aisle Style: Fabulous Fit to Flare Wedding Dresses

We’re super excited about the new Aisle Style feature on our blog! Every month we’re going to choose one of our favorite weddings featured on Beantown Bride, and we’ll show you some options to get that look for a fraction of the price! (click here for more from Smartbride Boutique)