Fashion Events...

Studio Gallery presents the Winter 2009 edition of the Toronto Vintage Fashion Bazaar on Sunday, February 22nd from 1pm-6pm.

Every season, Studio Gallery selects 20 of their favourite vintage stylists as vendors. These fashionista's empty their closets and sell their prized possessions. Men's and women's clothing, shoes, and accessories will be on sale.

If you are interested in participating at the Spring 2009 Edition of the Toronto Vintage Fashion Bazaar, please contact Vanessa at vanessa@studio.to.

Entry to the gallery is $5 and shoppers are encouraged to bring their own shopping bags (environment first!).

http://www.studio.to/

Writer: Kate Murphy

Toronto Finds...

Labels or Love is a new high-end consignment boutique that just opened and is located on Avenue Road in downtown Toronto. Now the clothes are a little pricey, but they are one of a kind vintage pieces. The boutique is stocked with labels from Armani to Zac Posen and every designer in between. Labels or Love is one of those great finds where you’ll spend an entire afternoon going through the racks and playing dressup.

Labels or Love

1956 Avenue Rd. (at Felbrigg Ave.)

647-345-4020

Thanks to Sweetspot for the great hint!

Writer: Kate Murphy

What A Show!

As we reported a few days ago, this past weekend was The Clothing Show and the crew at FABRIC Magazine were all there to watch it go down. The show has been around for years and happens biannually.

I remember when The Clothing Show was a small show at the Automotive Building called The Old Clothing show, way before vintage was en vogue. The show has now grown and moved into the Better Living Centre. adding to it a vintage section, new designers, and now cosmetics. The show is a great way for non-traditional retailing. With the giant retail fashion chains taking over so much space more of these shows need to happen and we as customers should support these shows. Besides, where else can you find that unique piece to add to your closet?

There were some great upcoming coming labels with their own unique fashion perspective. Some watch-worthy labels include: http://www.butikofer.com/, http://www.greenbaumclothingco.com/, http://www.daggandstacey.com/.

Stay tuned for our Spring/Summer 2009 issue to see who is covered!

Fashion sCares!

Help conquer the fight against HIV/AIDS and support the AIDS Committe of Toronto! Fashion Cares is an annual gala brining together local and international fashion and design industries. This initiative began in 1986 and each and every Fashion Cares has been a success; since its inception over the past twenty-two over 50 thousand guests and volunteers and net profits of over $10,000,000. This year Fashion Cares takes place this year in the Fall with a Alfred Hitchcock meets Haute Couture theme. This years designers include David Dixon, Greta Constantine and Izzy Camilleri. Fashion cares will be hosted by David Furnish; performing this year are celebrity newcomers and recording artists Katy Perry and singer Kreesha Turner.

Fashion Cares is supported by Canada’s most successful companies, such as M·A·C, The Bay, BMO Financial Group, Sears, Molson, and Winners.

Caught on Queen - Part 5

Walking east on Queen, we caught the lovely Taeko, 27, sporting a tank she grabbed from a trip to Mexico City. We absolutely adored it, and agree. Her tank says “Don’t See Fashion, Be Fashion".

TIFF '08

In celebration of the start of the Toronto International Film Festival we've decided to take on Queen Street and take it Old Hollywood. With many red carpet events starting this weekend and all throughout next week taking your look classic is a sure way to stand out. If you're lucky enough to be attending a TIFF event remember it's always better to be overdresses than underdressed! We suggest a classic white tuxedo shirt and a silk bow-tie both from Club Monaco. Team this with flat fronted fitted black dress pants from H&M to complete this look. Party on.

Stay tuned for more coverage of the TIFF in upcoming weeks!

Hot Summer Sales!

Summertime is not only for the beach, barbeques and vacations (or being in an air conditioned office all day!) but a time to experience shopping at its absolute best. The transition that retail stores make from the summer to Fall/Winter lines presents an array of opportunities to fill your closet with pieces that can carry over through to next spring, or perhaps even your upcoming winter vacation to a sunny spot. To make sure you don’t overdo it, we have scouted the streets of Toronto to find the six “keeper” items to add to your wardrobe. Make a run for it!

Keeper #1 – The Long Dress
Store: Fashion Crimes
Address: 322 ½ Queen Street West, Toronto, 416 592 9001, fashioncrimes@rogers.com – (BLOG) httop://fashioncrimestoronto.blogspot.com
Sale: Up to 50% off
Great Find: Long dresses with floral and geometric prints – this item is a flirty, sexy must-have. The long dress will definately be making an appearance in seasons to come. Price ranges from $150- $220.

Keeper #2 – The Wide Leg Denim Pant
Store: BEDO
Address: 320 Queen Street West
Sale: Up to 50% off.
Great Find: Low rise Bell bottom dark denim. Sale price - $39.95
The seventies are making there comeback in a stylish way! The low rise bell bottom denim suits most body types and tends to give a long and lean shape. Pair it with a ruffled top and a high heel and you'll instantly have a look that can go from day to night.
For Men: A button down cardigan in Grey – Sale $24.90. Pair this item with a pair of skinny jeans and t shirt.

Keeper #3 – The Ruffled Top
Store: Lemor
Address: 282 Queen Street West, http://www.lemor.ca/, 416 260 9020
Sale: 55% - 80% off
Great find: Sheri Boulel silk ruffel wrap top in grey. On sale for $49 from $149

Keeper # 4- Denim and Plaid Print
Store: Showroom
Address: 278 Queen Street West
http://www.theshow-room.com/
Sale: Up to 50% off

Keeper #5 – The Rain Boot
Store: Scaprino
Address: 309 Queen Street West
Sale: Up to 50% off
Great find: Eco Friendly Rain Boot

Keeper #6 – The Vest
Store: Change Room
Address: 425 Queen Street West unit 112, 416 977 0088
www.change-room.com
Sale: Up to 70% off
Great find: Scotch and Soda Dress Shirt and Vest for Men $95
This slim fitted dress shirt has detailing on the button snaps with cute anchor detailing. Once the snaps are unbuttoned, the inseam has an unexpected floral print. The shirt comes with a navy stripped vest which completes the ensemble (as seen on Pete Wentz).