Ms. Green Jeans
I can always remember when I was younger visiting the Toronto Eaton Centre — the almighty of malls, being from Ottawa — and my sister and I begging my parents to bring us to Mr. Green Jeans for lunch. I don’t even remember if the food was good, but in my twisted child mind I think I believed that my mom used to serve there when she first studied fashion at George Brown (then located in Kensington and now the Kensington Market Lofts). Of course, she didn’t actually waitress there, but that’s all besides the point now.
Coloured denim, where do I begin. Last spring/summer/fall it was all a see of red, but now the denim has run free from it’s ruby roots and is turning to a more diverse palette. These Rag & Bone denim skinnies combine but two loves, colour and zippers. Moving into the warmer months of spring I’ll be opting for a more colourful wardrobe, leaving my shades of grey behind, for the most part. Let’s style this deep green jeans two ways and prep for the better months of the year. And don’t forget, this spring no outfit is complete without neon, duh!
- Monki Lindy Blouse
- Proenza Schouler Evening Clutch
- Charlotte Bling Mesh Cuff & Phillipe Audibert Amelia Spike Bracelet
- Kate Spade Necklace
- Acne Black Cypress Ankle Boot
- Rag & Bone Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans
- Old Navy Waffle-Knit Sweater
- Ettika Vintage Ribbon Tennis Bracelet & Marcia Moran Turquoise Wrapped Bracelet
- Prada Grey Leather Craquele Tote
- TopShop Vibrant Yellow Flats Pumps
Party Party
Last night we attended two Much Music Video pre-parties, including the opening of GUESS flagship store on Queen St. and the H&M Dragonette pre-party.
The GUESS & Flare Magazine event included a performance by Keshia Chanté, who celebrated her 23rd birthday yesterday, dj-ing by Broken Social Scene’s Brendan Canning and a photobooth!
We attended with Rachel of Hiccups of Style. We all look pretty nerdy in this photobooth picture. GFB also FINALLY had a chance to meet Amanda of Not A Model!
After Keshia’s performance, and some delicious raspberry macarons, we went across the street to H&M for their MMVA pre-party featuring Dragonette. Not only did we love Fire in Your New Shoes, but now we’re putting Dragonette at the top of our playlist. After the performance we had the chance to sip some beers and shop, which may not be the best combination, but is always fun!
hey shorty
It’s no surprise that we like short-shorts. I’m sure it’s been expressed many times, the shorter the better, unless it’s a maxi skirt. Well on a quest to complete my wardrobe (although it’s never really complete is it?) with coloured denim I came across a great buy.
These Forever 21 cuffed denim cut-off shorts are only $11 (on sale from $12.50). Can’t wait to take these shorties to the island, park and patio once the sun decides to stay. Time to cross your fingers and hope to see me prancing around in these babies soon.
inspiration: lite bright
This year summer is all about the brights, neons, and glow in the dark? No not really, but I did hear about some actual glow in the dark jeans. The inspiration for this outfit came from the lovely Dolce Vita magenta loafers. You might not think they match with the outfit, but I’m pretty sure this pink on pink is stellar. Lately, I’ve been inspired from the bottom up, so here we go.
Continuing from the toes up, Elson pink denim skinny’s are organic and are on point with the colourful denim trend happening now. We will always love the low armhole tank (this season cropped & BRIGHT from Damir Doma) layered over a TopShop lacy bra. Don’t forget to top off your look with a straw fedora, the newest Mulberry Taylor Satchel, which was recently launched during Coachella, and a handful of chunky rings.
And there you have it, find me this summer cruising around the city in pink on pink.
the wedding
The Royal Wedding has finally come and gone. No, I did not wake up at 4 am. I originally had every intention of doing so, but figured the internet, social networking sites and television broadcasts would keep me up to date at a reasonable hour. Of course these sources did not fail. It’s a weird thing to imagine having your entire wedding broadcasted and scrutinized online moment by moment. So let’s get to it then…
THE DRESS: Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen.
This McQueen, fit for a future Queen, is such a classic dress, which I think completely suits Kate’s style. Although she has already been deemed a style icon, working for a High Street fashion designer, I think her style is much more simple and classic, and less edgy and trendy. This dress fits her style perfectly. I only wish it was a little more modern, less sleeve and less ballgown, but I’m more of a fit-n-flare (Say Yes To The Dress anyone?) kind of girl. Overall I think it’s perfectly paired for the traditional Royal Wedding agenda.
Another note, would be a bigger more vibrant bouquet. I found it looking a bit wilted and more so camouflaged with the dress. But then again the styling of the wedding was rather non-existent.
For more photos check out NOTED by GFB
I’m sure the reception is bound to be much more exciting. Ellie Goulding will be performing, as requested by Prince William, as she is the Royal couples favourite artist. I also heard that Jay-Z & Beyonce were asked to perform “Bonnie & Clyde.” Can you imagine Wills, Charles and Queen Elizabeth throwing their diamonds up!? Just outrageous (in my dreams this would happen), hears hoping.
the perfect boot: splurge vs. steal
Although I’m not one to be frugal or scope out the deals, sometimes my time (and patience) is more valuable than money, I have to share my latest purchase. I’ve been looking for the perfect spring boot, that can be dressed up or down, with the perfect heel. Something similar to these Acne short boots.
SPLURGE vs. STEAL
When I came across these H&M Blundstones inspired boot, with the perfect heel (2ish inches), I could not pass up the $39.95 deal. Would you? I’ve worn these babies everywhere & with everything. Jeans, black jeans, leggins, a girly floral skirt and tights, really everything. I even think they’ll be amazing with bare legs and jean shorts this summer. Best of all they’re so comfortable & so far waterproof.
So take it from me: go out, buy these, be frugal & practical.
Anthropologie: I need a vacation
Anthropologie’s April 2011 Catalog is set in Cartagena, Colombia. I never knew Colombia was so beautiful, but all I know now is that I need a vacation.
When looking at these pictures I can’t help but think that this is what my parents’ house would look like if in an exotic city. They’ve always used vibrant, unique colours when decorating my house in Ottawa. Not to mention the furniture, they’re crazy for vintage upholstered furniture.
PANTONE 18-2120
Award shows are plentiful this time of year, so there is no better time than now to introduce the PANTONE 2011 Colour of the Year: Honeysuckle. This spring we will only attend weddings themed around the reddish-pink hue, and if you are not carrying the PANTONE Visa Platinum Rewards Card in Honeysuckle consider our friendship over immediately. Just kidding! We love weddings regardless of the colour theme, and we will probably still be your friend if you have a Visa Classic.
The “Colour of the Year” distinction is chosen yearly by the colour-matching company, PANTONE. According to the official press release, “A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging and uplifting. It elevates our psyche beyond escape, instilling the confidence, courage and spirit to meet the exhaustive challenges that have become part of everyday life.”
For reference, here is a list of previous winners:
- PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise (2010)
- PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa (2009)
- PANTONE 18-3943 Blue Iris (2008)
- PANTONE 19-1557 Chili Pepper (2007)
- PANTONE 13-1106 Sand Dollar (2006)
- PANTONE 15-5217 Blue Turquoise (2005)
- PANTONE 17-1456 Tigerlily (2004)
- PANTONE 14-4811 Aqua Sky (2003)
- PANTONE 19-1664 True Red (2002)
- PANTONE 17-2031 Fuchsia Rose (2001)
- PANTONE 15-4020 Cerulean (2000)
For the non-believers, I leave you with the monologue delivered by Meryl Streep in The Devil Wears Prada during the scene where intern, Andy Sachs, snickers at the decision-making process between two belts of similar colour:
‘This… stuff’? Oh. Okay. I see. You think this has nothing to do with you. You go to your closet and you select… I don’t know… that lumpy blue sweater, for instance because you’re trying to tell the world that you take yourself too seriously to care about what you put on your back. But what you don’t know is that that sweater is not just blue, it’s not turquoise. It’s not lapis. It’s actually cerulean. And you’re also blithely unaware of the fact that in 2002, Oscar de la Renta did a collection of cerulean gowns. And then I think it was Yves Saint Laurent… wasn’t it who showed cerulean military jackets? I think we need a jacket here. And then cerulean quickly showed up in the collections of eight different designers. And then it, uh, filtered down through the department stores and then trickled on down into some tragic Casual Corner where you, no doubt, fished it out of some clearance bin. However, that blue represents millions of dollars and countless jobs and it’s sort of comical how you think that you’ve made a choice that exempts you from the fashion industry when, in fact, you’re wearing the sweater that was selected for you by the people in this room from a pile of stuff.” (The Devil Wears Prada, 2006).
sheer-ling
I’m not sure if I’ve ever expressed how much I love sheer garments. It has come to my attention that a moderate collection of sheer blouses have accumulated in my closet. Some may say scandalous, but I think they’re rather pretty and feminine, and as we all know underwear has become outerwear, so why not show off your lovely laceys?
Top Left to Bottom Right: Cecico (Bicyclette), Club Monaco, Costa Blanca, H&M, Evil Twin – leopard (Bicyclette), Aritzia Wilfred – black tank
Amanda Lew Kee‘s F/W 2011 collection presented at LG Fashion Week, also reflects this mutual love for all things sheer.
I may try to pull off the sheer maxi dress this summer, although I’m not quite sure how the people of Toronto would take to me showing off my itty-bitties to the entire city. I’ll at least opt for a pleated maxi skirt.
talula spring/summer 2011
Although I missed the live screening of Aritzia’s Spring/Summer 2011 fashion show, I did find time today to browse through the runway photos to pick out my favorite pieces. I have to say, I am in LOVE with the entire Talula spring/summer 2011 collection and it is quickly replacing Wilfred as my favorite line. Here are my favorite looks from Talula:
Also, as I type this I am realizing that our friend Tess is the model in the third photo. Isn’t she pretty? You can view the entire spring/summer lookbook here.
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