LGFW Snaps

Some random, leftover photos from the whirlwind that is LGFW.













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So glad it's finally Friday! I've had a busy week between school and running around the city. Yesterday, I had the privilege of visiting Hermes' Bloor Street store to watch an artisan from Paris hand sew a gorgeous cranberry red Constance bag. Unfortunately, we weren't allowed to take many photos (understandably) so all I have is this grainy Blackberry pic. Ah well. The experience was one in a million. I can't imagine the skill and precision it takes to create one of these bags, not to mention the time. The Constance bag takes 15 hours to produce from start to finish. The artisan, when asked what she does if she makes a mistake, replied, "We don't make mistakes".



Now I've gotta dash or I'll be late to my exam. Have a great weekend!

Line Knitwear: In The Details

Closer shots of the details and accessories at Line.


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Line Knitwear F/W 2011 Final Walk

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Line Knitwear F/W 2011

Arguably the strongest showing at LGFW.

I saw the Line Knitwear show at 9:30 on Friday and again, for the encore
show, at 10:30. Yep, it was that good. The collection was very 70's
inspired bohemian with lots and lots of layering happening. As to be
expected at Line, the star of the show was the intricate knits in varying
styles, colours and textures. I loved the maxi and calf length skirts,
the turban-inspired head wear, the perfectly styled accessories, and that
gorgeous rusty pink colour.

Oh, and those boots? Without a doubt my #1 coveted piece from any show at
LGFW. I know, I know, boots aren't technically clothes but come on, this
blog is called livesinheels. What more do you want from me?

ps. Like my ALK post, this one is very image heavy. There are just so
many amazing looks that I had a really hard time narrowing it down.




















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That's a wrap!
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LGFW: In The Details

The only thing more fashionable than the clothes coming
down the runway was the people attending the shows.


A peek-a-boo tattoo at OR by Angela Chen.


Flare's Mosha Lundström Halbert in a sleeveless trench and compact leather bag.


Girly details soften the look of this sequined tee.


The fashionable feet of the FDCC's official fashion blogger.


Sheer paneling and exposed zippers at Amanda Lew Kee.



A sparkling statement necklace.


A chic turban in this seasons brights.


Louboutin's classic red soles sit front row at Line.

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Amanda Lew Kee F/W 2011 - Final Walk

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Amanda Lew Kee F/W 2011

Those who put together the LGFW schedule saved the best for last,
it seems. 22 year old designer Amanda Lew Kee took the 8:30PM
time slot on Friday night, the final day of Toronto Fashion
Week. Was it worth the wait? Most definitely. Lew Kee has been
on every fashionista's radar since her S/S collection debuted
at LGFW back in October and the packed house on Friday night
proved it. An extra row of benches were brought in just to
accommodate all of the attendees.

The show began with a furry black goat hair coat, belted at the waist,
which immediately grabbed the attention of showgoers. The rest of the
collection consisted of a variety of skirts and dresses with hems
ranging from above the knee to mid-calf, gorgeous jackets with exposed
gold zippers and sheer panelling, and of course, functional yet chic
leggings. Lew Kee took her collection in a slightly sudden turn when
she sent a metallic, tinsel-looking material down the runway but somehow
it seemed to work. (I would have done away with the orange, but kept the
electric blue) My favourite looks? The long, sheer maxis, the
Kimono-inspired beaded jackets, and the rolled sleeves.





















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