After seeing cropped denim all over Italy, it’s become apparent that I’m going to need to buy a pair.  If they’re still that popular in Europe, chances are they’re going to be around for at least another season or two in the US.
Here are a few choices representing options for nearly any type of occasion:

!iT JEANS ‘Ellie’ Boyfriend Jeans have subtle distressing details, making this dark blue wash casual and relaxed.  Cuffed hems can also be worn uncuffed.  $78.
Christopher Blue Julianna Crop Stretch Jeans have a curvy fit with a slightly higher rise.  Very flattering.  $148.
KUT from the …read more

I’m shopping for a new pair of sunglasses.  My current pair is looking pretty beat up, and since this is a purchase I make for quality, eye safety, and fashion, it’s not one that I can make quickly.  There’s a sense of urgency now, though, with a couple of trips coming up that are going to demand a good pair of sunglasses.
This is an accessory item that I’m willing to spend a little more on because I’m buying for a quality lens to protect my light sensitive eyes.  I need VERY dark lenses, and ones that don’t let a lot …read more

We’re now officially into Spring, and that means another day closer to swim suit weather.  That means my pasty white arms and legs are going to see the light of day, and my body (that’s still at its winter hibernation weight) is going to have to fit into swimwear.
This year it’s time for a new swim suit, and there are 4 basic styles to choose from.
The classic bikini:  Every since Frankie and Annette romped in Beach Blanket Bingo, the bikini has been the suit of choice for most women.  Today’s bikini comes in varying degrees of skimpiness to match up …read more

Just because St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone, doesn’t mean that you have to put away your green attire.  Green, in all its shades and hues, is going to be around for awhile.
Here are 5 green selections that will take you all the way through summer:
From the St. John Collection is this double breasted textured knit jacket in green grass.  $995.  Matching skirt available.
This sheath dress (Larkspur) is by Nanette Lepore and features layered ruffles for a bit of femininity.  Available in Seafoam, $395.
This petal bottom jacket from Soia & Kyo gives a soft look with is lines and …read more

Oh, how I am coveting this dress.
There are so many reasons to appreciate a floor length print dress such as this gorgeous Bluemarine creation on the Milan runway. And yet, I don’t usually find myself adding many dresses like this to my closet. In part this might be because Toronto summers don’t usually last long enough to justify such indulgences, and of course there’s the fact that I’m not usually lounging at fancy parties in Mexico where such attire would be chic and necessary.
Indeed, I’m usually a t-shirt and jeans girl – the occassional mini-skirt might come out during an …read more