Fall 2010- The New Recruits

by Jay on July 26, 2010

recruits2_250This year has brought many new models to the catwalks.  Here are some of the fresh faces that have stood out this season.

Valerija Kelava

Valerija was born in Slovenia and signed with her first agent in 2009 when she was 19.  She is described as dark, deadly and dangerous.  Her razor-sharp cheekbones are what makes her stand out.  In 2010 she has worked with many people including Balenciage. Prada, Alexander Wang, and Versace.

Fei Fei Sun

Fei Fei Sun was born in China and began modeling in 2009.  She is known for her otherworldly eyes.  She has been seen in Jil Sander, Christopher Kane, Vogue Korea and China and Elle China.

Ann Kenny and Kirby Kenny

These twins are from New Jersey.  They began modeling in 2010 when they were just 16. They are remembered for their pale skin and piercing blue eyes.  Ann had her first show with BCBG and has since worked with Proenza Schouler, Dries Van Noten, Marc Jacobs, and Benetton.  Kirby has worked with Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Prorsum, and Just Cavalli.

Melissa Tammerijn

Melissa was born in the Netherlands in 1990.  She is recognized for her Uma Thurman-esque features.  She began on the runway last season.  She has walked in big shows like Marni, Balenciaga, Viktor & Rolf, and Sonia Rykiel.

Tatiana Cotliar

Tatiana was born in 1990 in Argentina.  She is best known for her come-hither hair.   She opened Marc Jacobs F/W 10 show and has since worked with Tommy  Hilfiger, and Jason Wu.

These girls will be all over the runway this season so make sure to stay tuned!

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Comfort on Coney Island, Baby!

by Jay on July 22, 2010

coney1This past Saturday New York played host to the Siren Music Festival on Coney Island and while I wish I could have been there to experience the music and the fashion, I must live vicariously through street style photographs. There were definitely some prominent styles that graced the boardwalks of Coney Island and could easy be adorned for walking the boardwalks of Toronto. More men than women sported denim cut-offs fraying just above the knee, which is a nice change from the less fashionable board shorts and bathing suits men usually pass off for shorts. Women, as per the season, were showered in floral prints from their headscarves to their t-strap sandals. As well, white proved to be a reoccurring theme, keeping music lovers cool in the warm sun. However, one theme was prominent overall – the theme of comfort. And why shouldn’t it? All day in the sun in 30 degree weather is not the best playground for platforms and a black bodycon dress. It’s nice to see that some hipsters are opting for more body-friendly garments that allow them to breathe and move the way one should, especially at a summer music festival! Loose cottons, flowing dresses, and comfortable shoes are the way to go. Fashionistas: keep this kind of comfort in mind when travelling to the beach, a cottage, or a music festival. Comfort does not equal frump. It’s all in how you wear it. Look for relaxed garments in fun patterns, that way you will stay comfortable and still be up to date on the latest colour trends. It’s time to relax and enjoy the summer in comfort and style!

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Summer Looks To Keep Cool

July 19, 2010

Summer living is easy and the wardrobe transition should be the same.  Here’s a guide of 10 must haves and simple swaps to get you beach ready for the rest of summer.
1.  Mini satchel
Instead of your usual carry all try switching to a small over the shoulder purse.  It lightens your load for hot days.  [...]

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Who Wants to Meet Alexander Wang?

July 15, 2010

Um…I do! And lucky for me (and the rest of you in the Toronto area) we have the opportunity to do so next Wednesday the 21st at the Holt Renfrew on Bloor St! Although I don’t  expect we’ll become best friends and go out for lunch or something along those lines,  I can at least [...]

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New Ideals: Marriage and the Big White Dress

July 14, 2010

Ranging from little girls fantasizing about their big day all the way to middle aged woman seeking potential husbandry for reasons more than pretty flowers and tasty cake, marriage always seems to be on people’s minds. We’ve all thought about the prospect of marriage, especially in this day and age, when we no longer have [...]

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Haute Couture Fall 2010 – From the Wearable to the Far-Out

July 13, 2010

Although owning a piece of Haute Couture from a line like Armani or Givenchy is but a pipe dream for most it doesn’t dampen our spirits. When the shows started I sat at my computer refreshing pages to get the latest pictures of the various lines and noticed a huge discrepancy across the Haute Couture [...]

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Colourful Couture – Dior Fall/Winter 2011

July 12, 2010

This past Monday, during Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2011, Christian Dior designer John Galliano, delivered a dazzling showcase of his floral inspired collection, “La Ligne Florale.” Though the line itself is rather far from what we might expect to see in these colder seasons, Galliano proves that in the world of high fashion, anything goes [...]

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Canada Showcases a Style Rookie

July 9, 2010

You may or may not have heard of Tavi Gevinson, young fashion blogger turned fashion wunderkind. Recently she was in Toronto for IdeaCity as one of the “Fifty of the planet’s brightest minds” which is pretty remarkable, but what makes it even more remarkable is that Tavi is 14 years old; she just celebrated a [...]

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Fashion in 3D

July 5, 2010

It seems that not only has 3D become a major trend in films but now fashion as well. During this past fall’s fashion week in London, Burberry decided to take a rebellious approach and create a show in 3D. The outcome of the show was a five star reaction from the audience. In doing so [...]

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We Get The Scoop On Madonnas’ New Clothing Line

June 28, 2010

Madonna is releasing a new clothing line called “Material Girl”. It will be released on August 3rd to Macys stores and online. Lourdes, Madonna’s 13 year old daughter is putting a lot of say into this line. They have formed a company called MG ICON. Through this company the line is aimed towards 13-25 year [...]

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