Feeling Playful?

Jumpers are always a great look, especially when the sun is shining. Looking back, several jumpers appeared on the runway for the spring collections of several designers. We are in summer so make the most of it before you start splurging on the new fall collections.
The brilliant thing with jumpers is that you can dress them up or down. Grab your favourite heels or flats and for an added bonus, if you don't feel like being lady-like you don't even have to sit cross-legged, you're in shorts! There are several styles available to suit each persons individual look, go for cute or sexy, colorful, dark and most importantly playful.

WAREHOUSE has a good range of all things playful, their jumpers range from $27 to $72, you can't go wrong with those prices.


by Laura Woodbury-Smith

Floral Fabulous

There is something relaxing and peaceful about floral patterns, maybe because it reminds us of a picture perfect world. There has been a recent resurgence of floral inspired patters, bringing back pleasant memories of the days when every little girl was dressed up in an array of flower prints. Maybe those memories are why it is such a big hit this summer! There have been a plethora of designers that marked this season by using bright floral fantastic patterns. Floral has been seen on garments, shoes, accessories and even intimates. So let out your girly inner self and express what summer is all about by putting on a chic, comfortable floral knit ruffle dress. This garment is great because you can dress up by adding heels, which is perfect for a night out with the girls or funky flats for a summer barbeque. Free People has an abundance of adorable floral pieces for summer 2010. So go crazy at Free People and make your summer floral fabulous.


By: Cara Jacobs

Tie-Dye: No Longer Just a Summer Camp Favorite

Many of you, I’m sure, left your tie-dye wearing days behind you in middle school during that summer you realized you were too old for sleep away camp. I’m also sure none of you thought the ultra hippie pattern would be making a comeback anytime soon. Clearly, you were wrong. No worries, I too missed a telltale sign when my mother purchased a tie-dye t-shirt last summer that I scoffed at. One way or another, the design we have all come to associate with color war and friendship bracelets is back in a big way, having first graced the Proenza Schouler Spring/Summer 2010 show in the form of a neon green frock. Unlike the tie-dye of our youth, this season’s take on the tween classic is all grown up with a sophisticated and edgy feel that works for both day and night. This slouchy Joie Joann Tie-Dye Linen Top with scoop neck and pocket detail will surely rough up your feminine summer staples and who knows? It might even inspire you to sit around a campfire and tell ghost stories.


By Jessica Best

Create Your Own Bling!

GEMVARA, the amazing site that lets you design jewelry the way you want! Choose the type of jewelry you want, pick which gemstones you want, the type of metal and you can also alter the type of chain and length. Perfect! The site is easy to use, it's very simple, a few clicks of the mouse and there you have it, your own piece of jewelry that you can guarantee no one else will have!

This is the night sky necklace that we created. The moons, stars and planets are about to align with this cute, yet edgy necklace. Okay, so this one is a little on the pricey side, for $2,415, but to have your own unique necklace it could be worth it.
The prices vary from $100 to $115,000! Treat yourself or, maybe, a friend, partner or relative! We all deserve a Gemvara customized jewelry piece, right?

by Laura Woodbury-Smith

The Canadian Tuxedo

Denim on denim can look two ways - really good or REALLY bad! Otherwise known as, denim on denim has been displayed on many fashion blogs, runways, and magazines throughout the years. However, not everyone can pull off this trend – like everything in fashion, it has to be done right. By many critics, denim on denim can be typically seen as tacky or unfashionable. However, the fact it's seen as 'low fashion', make today's top designers want to perfect the impossible look. It's fairly easy to put this outfit together, but you'd need some basic accessories. Mix it up by wearing a brown suede belt and gladiator sandals to add a little more color, remember to use just enough and not go overboard.

The denim look is a great outfit to wear during the day, not only is it fashion forward but simple to put together. Even if most critics give it a thumbs down, the only real critic is yourself. Now, the question remains: are you brave enough to sport The Canadian Tuxedo


By: Jessica Moy