Heroes By Design

In Marie Claire's December issue they featured 15 "heroes by design". I thought it was a great way to showcase some of today's most exciting and talented designers whether they are new to the scene, or old-time classics. Here are a couple of my favourite shots.

Diane Von Furstenberg
DVF is so amazing. Still is and always will be one of my greatest inspirations.

Christopher Bailey at Burberry
I literally love every aspect of this look. Burberry has been around forever and I love that they included their timeless trench alongside one of Fall's hottest trends: socks with sandals.

James Ferragamo at Salvatore Ferragamo
Here is a great example of the effortless look we all strive to achieve. LBD, sexy heels, refined ponytail and an eye-popping IT-bag. Not to mention the ultimate accessory: the cute guy standing beside her!
Check out the rest in Marie Claire's December issue.
(photos: tfs)

Most Wanted

I was in New York City back in October and I FINALLY got to go to Top Shop. I have only one thing to say... this store is everything that it is said to be and more. Three floors of heaven and the BIGGEST sale section ever which is all it takes to become my new best friend. The Christopher Kane collection was amazing! Too bad the shoes were already sold out.

I also found this jacket, which is probably one of the coolest jackets I've ever seen and is made entirely of beads. When I went to try it on, I was entirely shocked to find out it weighs about 15 pounds.


TopShop $410USD

My Choos!

So after waiting in line for almost 6 and 1/2 hours I finally got my hands on my Choos! Definitely well worth the wait. My sister and I literally did not sleep the night before - I think it was the excitement. Needless to say, Saturday was a looong day. I'm still playing catch up on my sleep. I'll post some better pictures when I have a few minutes to do something other than school work.
Here's a sneak peek...

The Mean Reds

You know those days when you get the mean reds?
The mean reds. You mean like the blues?
No. The blues are because you're getting fat, and maybe it's been raining too long. You're just sad, that's all. The mean reds are horrible. Suddenly you're afraid, and you don't know what you're afraid of. Do you ever get that feeling?
Sure.
When I get it the only thing that does any good is to jump into a cab and go to Tiffany's. Calms me down right away. If I could find a real life place to make me feel like Tiffany's, then I'd buy some furniture and give the cat a name!
It feels like this is the longest week of my life. So much to do, so very little time. Definitely have a bad case of the mean, mean reds. Others might call it procrastination.
Some pretty things to make the week a little lighter.








(Style.com, fashiongonerogue)

Out With the Old

I need more sequins and studs in my life.




(Style.com)

Eyes on Fire

I came across these photographs of Daria Werbowy, one of my favourite models ever. I have the biggest girl crush on her. I mean, really - can you get any more gorgeous than this? Her eyes are a piercing shade of blue, and combined with the electric purple eyeshadow she literally takes your breath away.




(fashiongonerogue)

It Boy

Alexander Wang. I have to say, I wasn't that impressed with his latest collection. Although it is still lovely, and there are some pretty kick ass pieces, I didn't feel as satisfied as I did with his past collections. Maybe I just haven't jumped on the sportswear bandwagon yet. I do like the shorts in various materials and the knee high socks. Regardless of how I feel about the collection as a whole, here are some of my favourite looks.






(Photos from Style.com)

Buckle Down

I feel like the last couple of months have been non-stop for me, what with school, work, Oktoberfest, Halloween, NYC and I haven't even had a chance to do the one thing that I live to do... read my magazines. Look at this stack of October and November issues (maybe even a few September's) that I have yet to christen. I promised myself I was going to make a dent in them this week. And I'm going to start with this one:



It's Vogue Australia's 50th Anniversary Collector's Edition and already I can tell it is going to be amazing! They made 4 different covers but I think I like mine the best.
Here are the other three covers - the illustration is such a creative idea to give a 50th anniversary edition a little bit of life!



And the others I'm hoping to get to this week...

making my list and checking it twice

Christmas is right around the corner and these are some of the things that have been building up in my imaginary wish list. If only...

The Makings of Fall

My sister and I spent a cold evening in October at the Distillery District in Toronto taking pictures for a photography assignment she had been assigned. She snuck in a couple of me too.



Jeans: ae
Jacket: Joe Fresh
Boots: Kenneth Cole
Purse: Urban Outfitters
Hat: Joe Fresh

TVFU

I spent the weekend in NYC not long ago for Teen Vogues annual Fashion University. I have to say I am still shocked that I was actually given the privilege to attend this amazing event. I met countless inspiring people - both in the industry and those looking to break into it. The girls were amazing and the seminars were so enlightening. I am so grateful for being given this opportunity and cannot thank Teen Vogue enough!
I took a few pictures while I was there but it was SO busy I didn't get many.

First day registration - can you spot me?!

Teen Vogue Offices in the Conde Nast building.

Fashion Closet!

DVF spoke about her life as a fashion designer - so amazing, so inspiring. Her inspiration? Jackie O, Coco Chanel, nature and art.

THE Gloria Baume!

Amazing book - full of great info. Got mine signed by the editors!

Living and Loving

My latest obsession... Parisienne by YSL. An amazing new scent by one of my all-time favourite designers. And how incredible does Kate Moss look? In the commercial, she is the definition of sex, glamour and Paris.

If you like this, be sure to check out Elle by YSL too - it's one of my favourite scents and can be worn day or night!