Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 2:12PM 
Most fashion brands are just that: fashion brands. Roots, on the other hand, has managed to become an integral part of Canada’s DNA, going far beyond just shoes and super comfy sweatshirts. I revisit the beloved homegrown store in my article this week for iVillage.ca for a look at why, after over 40 years, we still can’t get enough of Roots...
Monday, May 12, 2014 at 3:45PM 
Graphic Print Collared Shirt, $39, Joe Fresh and Trompe L'Oeil Shirt in White and Sugarplum, $275, Pink Tartan.
It's easy to forgive a designer husband and wife team for borrowing each other's design ideas. After all, I'm sure the conversation around the Newport-Mimran dinner table involves some idea sharing. Or perhaps Kim's nanny cam was working overtime one night while Joe covertly sketched out this brilliant shirt (or vice versa...guess we'll never know what went down at Casa Mim). I'm tempted both ways; the $39 pricetag and oversized trompe l'oeil collar on the Joe Fresh version or the perfectly prim sugarplum pink of Kim's Pink Tartan beauty?
Tough call. I always feel like a child caught up in the midst of a marital spat with these two. I love them both so much and yet I always feel so torn. It's tough being stuck in the middle, especially when such cute clothing's at stake ...
Monday, May 5, 2014 at 1:46PM 
Handmade Embroidery Blouse, $59.95, Mango
Necklace with Tassels, $19.95, H&M
1969 Cuffed Always Skinny Jeans, $49.99, GAP
Deborah Lippmann Summer Nail Polish in Don't Stop Believin', $22, Sephora
Printed Espadrille Slip-Ons, $44.95, GAP
Well, Spring, you're fashionably late, I'll give you that. And while I can relate, especially on this particular Monday, it's inevitable that deadlines must be met - fashion stories in my case, blooming flowers in yours - and we will get back on track.
Since it's Cinco de Mayo, let's make today the day to get this spring party started. These bright celebratory pieces are just the thing to heat things up. Try taking a canvas of all white, then add in splashes of fiesta-friendly brights in the form of orange polish or lipstick, a super fun tasseled necklace, and striped espadrilles. So fun, si?
My job is done. Spring? Looks like you're up...
Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 2:46PM 
Photos courtesy Topshop
The long-awaited Kate Moss x Topshop collection has finally arrived and I want everything. Like the supermodel herself, the collection is edgy, eclectic and incomparably cool. From the rocker (see the floral metallic blouse, star camis and a fringed black dress), to the boho babe (embroidered smock dresses and pyjama trousers) to the innocent ingénue, (bright chiffon dresses), the line covers Moss's many sides. And for someone like me who dresses to suit my daily mood, the collection feels deeply (albeit most superficially) satisfying. Pick up the collection now online and at select Hudson's Bay stores across Canada.
Kate made an appearance at Topshop’s Oxford Circus store this week before hosting a star-studded dinner to celebrate the launch, attended by Cara Delevigne, Sienna Miller, Suki Waterhouse and Naomi Campbell. See the photos – and what everyone wore – below:
Monday, April 28, 2014 at 1:15PM 
Originally posted in The LOOK
The one-size-fits-all approach rarely ever turns out well. It stands to reason, then, that there's no perfect gift to please every mom. When I think of the things I've picked up for my mom over the years, I can't believe she didn't burst out laughing more often. From pink sparkly makeup brushes one year to soap-on-a-rope that spelled out MOM (literally) another, my mom was a master at holding it together when we'd give her gifts. 'Oh, thank you!' she'd say. 'That was sooo thoughtful of you!' And my husband has similar stories. I'm pretty sure that green power drill in our basement was once gifted to my poor mother-in-law, all wrapped up in a big bow and promptly 'borrowed' by her questionably-intentioned teenage son.
Though every mom says 'Oh, you don't need to get me anything...' a surprise present is always appreciated. I've put together a list of winning gifts that are stylish, thoughtful and fun, and guaranteed to be met with delight this Mom's Day. Plus, we're giving away a gooooorgeous Pandora bracelet ($350 value) for one lucky mom. Read on for full contest dets...