Spring 2009 Collections

Here at FABRIC we're Olsen twin apologists. We love them and their style. Even when they wear something that is absolutely ridiculous we are aware that they are not wearing it to impress us (the general public). Rather they wear those "creations" to impress the fashion big wigs (the Anna Wintours, the John Galliano's). We are well aware that they don't give a -- about what we think and we admire that. They wear what they want and look great doing so.

Lucky for us they have a line that is totally wearable and utterly amazing. Elizabeth & James is one of two fashion lines the twins have. It's Mary-Kate's baby. The Row is spearheaded by Ashley. Elizabeth & James' Spring 2009 Collection is a mixture of solid staples like white dress shirts, black pencil skirts and black vests. They use colour sparingly so it pops against the white and black pieces. The line has feminine, flowy, and fun pieces, but is also balanced with some menswear and tough metallic jewellery. The line is reminiscent of something Stella McCartney would design.

The lookbook is fun, showcasing models standing in kiddie pools, playing with a My Little Pony, playing bowling, and pushing a grocery cart. I assume they do this to show that the line can be worn in any situation and is adaptable to any lifestyle. I'm guessing, however, that you're not going to be seen picking up pony poop in a $1000 designer dress. It's just too risky.

Head on over to Elizabeth & James, click on Collection > Spring 2009 and enjoy!

We die!

Writer: Kate Murphy

Shoe Fetish

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen will be designing a footwear line for Steve Madden. We were ecstatic at the thought of buying funky footwear for affordable prices, especially since the young designers two other lines, Elizabeth & James and The Row, are luxery labels that usually break the bank.

Well we suppose this shoes line will be no different. Prices for the line will range from $195 to $500, which is considerably more than other Steve Madden lines which range from $70 to $250.

Well I guess we can look; we just can`t buy.

:(

Writer: Kate Murphy

All for Half and Half for All

Season after season, the "it" sunglass craze has only been gaining steam, and the battle between designers as to who can create the most outrageous frames rages on. From the return of Ray Ban Wayfarers in a variety of colours to Chloé's oversized gold-accented sunglasses, it seems as though the fashionistas from here to Mumbai are primarily concerned with the newest and hottest designer shades. One of the looks that has transfered from the catwalk to the streets and are making a big splash in Los Angeles and Toronto alike are the Chanel half-tint 5018s. These shades can be seen in recent months on Nicole Richie and Mary Kate Olsen (who else!), and they are certainly something to talk about. Love them or lose them, they've hit the streets and knockoffs are fast on their heels.

It has become glaringly obvious that sunglasses are the pièce de résistance to top off many outfits, and this pair is no exception. With thin curvy arms stamped with the coveted double C and a large round cut-out lens, the sunglasses are a standout expression. Can you dig it?