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In My Closet: Vintage Beige

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:05:46 +0000

This is late summer, it kind of feels a little late to be posting but I know we still have a little more warm weather left in our summer!

T-shirt: American Apparel

Bra: Alexander Wang bought at Jonathan & Olivia

Skirt: Muji bought in Hong Kong

Sandals: Juicy Couture

Bag: Vintage (my mother’s old bag)

Sunglasses: Blinde bought at Spectacle

Müdd Magazine: Behind the Scenes- Fall 2010

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:07:04 +0000

As of recently, but a while in development, I am now the in-house stylist for the new and amazing Müdd Magazine. Canada’s first fashion e-zine, available on iTunes, for your iPad or iPhone. My outstanding representatives at Ford Artists, helped make this happen, thanks guys! I am working with some amazing people, including the esteemed Mahfud Ibrahim (formerly of LUSH Magazine) and the uber-stylish Amanda Rotstein (who I loved the moment we met). I have a couple of shoots under my belt, the cover for the Fall 2010 issue, with the lovely and talented musician Ash Koley; and just the other day we shot a fashion editorial on location outside of Toronto. Here are a few behind the scenes shots of the other day…

We shot with Rayan Ayash, a super-talented young photographer, who’s passion for the craft shines through with every gesture he makes. Here he is, with model Stephanie, from Ford. By the way, to all those who have a gap in their teeth, Stephanie is a part of that club, she rocks that gap and shows that beauty comes in all forms, like freckles, even the imperfect is beautiful.

Stay tuned for the whole story, when we launch the Fall 2010 issue this coming September…..www.muddmag.com

In My Closet: Casual Cool Summer

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:00:10 +0000

I am working very hard to bring you all more interesting In My Closet posts! The light is still not fantastic, but at least the background is a little more interesting. Anyhow, enjoy!

Linen jodhpur pants: Snoflake

Tank: The Gap

Vintage necklace: Bought at I Miss You Vintage in Toronto

Shoes: Ralph Lauren

Scarf tied around head: Hermes

In My Closet: A Teal Take

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:09:04 +0000

Tank top: Faren

Cut-off jean shorts: Very, very old Diesel jeans I cut off a few years back

Belt: Bought at 69 Vintage in Toronto

Shorter dolphin link necklace: Given to me by my godparents

Longer turquoise tusk necklace: Biko

Sunglasses: Tom Ford

Bag: Jenny-Bird

In My Closet: Harem Works

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 23:12:02 +0000

For work, I need to be comfortable but still chic, these pants are so both of the above. The cotton jersey is great for summer, the stretch is moveable and effortless.

Shirt: Gap

Pants: Zara

Belt: Banana Republic

Bag: Jenny-Bird

Shoes: Ralph Lauren

In My Bag

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:23:29 +0000

A few weeks ago I was at a BBQ with some friends. We somehow got on the topic of the transition from work to evening. Sometimes it is a work event, sometimes just after-work drinks, but nonetheless these amazing women were struggling with the transition and being aptly prepared, even when it is last minute. I myself, like to keep things simple; with my work I am constantly on the go, my purse is large enough with my notebook, Blackberry, ipod, wallet and keys, to carry an arsenal of beauty supplies on top of it all just to morph into my evening butterfly, not going to happen! I tote a small and sleek solution, refined to the bare minimum. For those who have desk options, you have it a little easier but this still applies to you, these are the basic necessities that every fabulous gal should have on them at all times.

From left to right:

Tweezerman Matchbook Nail Files- nothing worse than not having a nail file when you need one.

Sachet of hair elastics & bobby pins- When I get any of these little bags I always hold onto them. They are also great little travel bags for your jewellery.

Tide to Go pen- Well because sometimes I make a mess!

Chanel blush- Blush with blush brush, a must for a quick beauty revival.

Floss- The mini size ones you get from the dentist are just perfect, I always ask for a few.

Bobbi Brown Moisture Cream Compact Foundation- When you need a quick flawless fix, this one is the best.

Chanel Lipstick- Any lipstick will do, this just happens to be the one I have in my bag right now.

Kielh’s Lip Balm #1- I prefer no lip colour during the day, but “moisture is the essence of water” (Sorry that was a little Zoolander quote, for those who now think I am nuts!).

Sephora Pop-Up Travel Brush- Tucks away nicely.

Marc by Marc Jacobs clutch with wrist strap- Doubles as an evening bag, if I so please.

Drawn to Develop Photoshoot

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:34:35 +0000

Last week I had the pleasure of working, yet again, with some amazing talents; Mathew Guido, Elena Pacienza, Dan Falconi on video and the lovely Ksenia from Elite. We all came together for a feel-good project which will help raise funds for Drawn to Develop and Street Kids International. Here is a little behind the scenes action from our day….

Jewelery by Ashley Winnington-Ball

Mathew getting down & dirty, while Ksenia works it

Myself & our amazing hair/make-up gal, Elena

Dan, our videographer

Here's a better look at Mathew

I can’t wait to see what the talented Mathew Guido creates as the final product, which will go up for auction at the D2D Gala in The Fermanting Cellar at The Distillery District on October 14, 2010. Hey, I have an idea! You should all come and bid on Mathew’s work! It’s for a good cause!

Oh and if you all enjoy the jewelery, it’s Ashley Winnington-Ball.

In My Closet: Summer Skirt Revival

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:03:54 +0000

A little hamming it up, never hurt anyone….I wore this old skirt of mine as a dress. It happens to be the right length to do both, how great is that!

Skirt as dress: Mosquito in Montreal

Vintage Necklace: Bought at I Miss You Vintage in Toronto (definitely one of my favorite vintage shops in the city)

Belt: On sale at Banana Republic

Clutch: Marc by Marc Jacobs at Holt’s

Sandals: Ralph Lauren at The Room