Material Archive

Miu Miu Glitter Booties: Indulge me

Ok ok, I know – it's a bit OTT to post so many photos of my shoes – but I seriously love them. They are currently sitting on my shelf as art – can't bare to put them away in their box... Every time I see them, they make me smile.

My Custom Wildhagen Hat

I was out shopping one day 2 weeks ago when I saw a girl wearing the most charming hat. Usually, when I approach another woman about an article of clothing she's wearing, she'll tell me she bought it in Paris two seasons ago or at an antique market – leaving me with no chance of finding one for myself. Luckily, this particular girl, named Jade, proudly told me that she had made the hat herself and directed me to Wildhagen.

Already familiar with the brand after buying several hats from the Canadian company over the years, I beelined over and ordered a custom "Miniçoise" from Cheri Wildhagen herself. I chose the hat material and grosgrain ribbon and presto, a week and a half later, I picked up a made-to-measure (for my larger than average melon) lovely chapeau! A fun experience that I would recommend to all.

Creepers Acquired

Say what you will – some love 'em some hate 'em. I am firmly in camp number 1 and am thrilled to bits I landed a pair after they had been sold out for the last 3 months.

Today I bought: Coach Classics

 



I'm not even remotely a fan of new Coach – vintage Coach though, is an entirely different story. Over the last two years, I've bought several of these old beauties in various colours – tan, brown, bone, navy and recently – in red online at Net-A-Porter. They are the exclusive retailer of a reintroduced classics line by the brand. Coach has obviously recognized that there is some equity in the old designs and have relauched with these to get in on the action. For me, they are a timeless choice.

 

 

Currently listening to: "Chinatown" by Wild Nothing

 

Finally picked up my dress!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shipped in from New York – I finally picked up my birthday dress today after waiting for what seemed like forever...

Looks like all the editors liked it too ;)

 

 

It made an appearence on 9 covers and the collection overall was on 77 covers this season...

And lastly – my personal fav of the bunch. Even MJ couldn't resist :)

Today I bought: Ted Baker Maxi Dress in Abstract Snake Print

I've been wearing a long black version of this dress in black silk from Joie all year and it has been indispensable.This Ted Baker version from ASOS is the perfect counterpoint for Summer.

 

Chloé Criss-Cross Ballerina Flats

 

Oh..so pretty. Ballerina flats are everywhere but these are special – lovely proportions.

Buy here.

New Polyvore Set: Spring Dresses

 
See the set in detail here.

Going Spring dress shopping Saturday:

 

Today I bought: Hoi Bo

I've been eyeing the larger grey version of this same waxed cotton bag for over a year now and today when I saw the khaki colour with gold hardware at Delphic, I didn't hesitate. Handmade in Toronto, in the Distillery District, Hoi Bo is fast becoming a personal favourite.

 

Alexander Wang Kristen Bag

When I first saw this bag online a while ago – I liked it. Today, when I saw it in person at Jonathan + Olivia, I loved it. Very nice and very necessary. ;-)

Alexander Wang Motorcycle Jacket

Argh! Already sold out! Reminded that one must move fast –

ASOS Spring 2011

Hey Stella

 


Buy Stella McCartney here.

Prada Spring/Summer 2011 Video Campaign

Love the clothes, the colour, the girl, the song.

My favs from Yves Saint Laurent SS 2011

See the rest of the collection here.

My favs from Neil Barrett SS 2011

I want each of these looks – easy, wearable, real clothing. See the rest of the collection here.

Favs from Dsquared² SS 2011

Typically, although I love what D&D do, they are generally a bit too costumey and overtly sexual for my personal taste. With the more preppy take on their usually amped up vibe this season, I could happily sport Dsquared² regularly.

Favs from Michael Kors SS 2011

You don't crack a billion in sales by indulging silly fantasies like Margiela did this season. Micheal Kors truly understands how modern women really want to dress. He does classic sexy American sportswear better than almost anyone. See the rest of the show here.

My Favs from Lanvin SS 2011

See the rest here.

Favs from Alexander Wang Spring 2011

Love the shift to all white for Wang – the above is my shopping list for Spring 2011 which looks like it was made just for me! See the rest of the show here.