Belts and Fashion Council

Hey! How has everyones week been?    It's virtual Friday for me.  Tomorrow I'm off to Moncton for the big announcement for the Heart and Stroke Foundation's Red Dress Event 2013.  They will be announcing the celebrity guest.  I'm so excited and can't wait to share it with everyone.   I also have another exciting thing to talk about.  It's been in the works for a little while....we started a Fashion Council here! Yay!!  Sooooo excited about it.  Last night we decided to have our soft launch at Robert Simmonds where talented belt designer Suzi Roher, was having her trunk show.  Three of us dressed up and headed out.  It was fun!   She is so down to earth and her belts are beautiful.  If only I could afford them!  Thank you to Robert Simmonds', Paul (VP of the retailers for the council) and his wife for hosting this event and allowing us to take part.  As for the council itself, you can follow it on Facebook, Twitter and our tumblr page (gotta get the address).  Hope you all have a fabulous and fashionable weekend :)

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Check out Suzi Roher's website and blog (www.suziroher.com).  She has some stunning belt designs that will make you want to pull out your credit card.

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Kate Middleton is a fan.  I remember seeing this look in a magazine thinking to myself "love that belt!".

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Heidi Klum wore one of her designs on her show, Project Runway.  Good taste, Heidi!

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Even Kim Kardashian is a fan!  The belt really makes the outfit and showcases her tiny waist.

Equestrian

     Hello, how was Tuesday?  Tuesdays for some reason at work, seem long.  Mondays usually go by rather quickly which is weird because Mondays aren't always everyones favourite day of the week!!  I know I had a serious case of them yesterday...tired, cranky, irritable.   I'm thinking the change of weather has something to do with it.  I know it might sound strange but one of the most annoying things is trying to find a pair of socks in the morning.   All Summer and part of Spring, I don't need them and now I can never find a match.  Yes, I could make sure they are all paired up but I'm just not that good at it.  Also, during this time of the year (Here in Canada Anyways) one must choose what coat they will wear and not mind being seen in most of the time.   I have two:  A nice black wool coat with a ruffle and military inspired detail and a   nice warm feather filled one for those uber cold days when I am too cold to think about being stylish.    Anyways,  it doesn't mean one has to neglect their clothing that everyone at work will see (unless you wear a uniform...which I think I would have to find a way to spice up and make fun for me, kind of like Will Smith on Fresh Prince of Bel-air and his School uniform!).  So, sometimes when the weather and lack of sunlight gets me down, I do what I love best...something fashionable.  As a young girl my mom used to make us choose our outfits for the following day.  Most kids might not enjoy this but I absolutely loved it!!  I may not have always been successful but definitely creative.  I thank her for letting me be me:)  Anyhow, today I was feeling a little bored with my wardrobe.  I don't exactly dress up for work...it would be kind of silly of me too but no less fun.  I do love to dress up.  so I decided to go back to that time of choosing an outfit carefully and this is what I came up with:  I had some nice camel coloured skinny cords(I would have never ever worn these just a few years ago but they are surprisingly comfortable and don't look as bad as I thought)  I paired them with a sheer t-shirt type top from H&M , my Arturo Chiang Riding boots (which I adore) and some fun little earrings I had forgotten about which I received as a gift for participating in the Red Dress Fashion show this year.  There, my Equestrian inspired outfit for the day!  And topped it off with a sort of pony tail and bow elastic for a girly touch.  This is what I put together as an example.  The earrings weren't feathers, they were Aluminum by Jon Klar.  They were however, this color combo.  The only thing missing is a winter jacket!!! And I would love to own that purse.  Mine was black.  I think this one would have looked much nicer.  It's also a great colour for Fall/Winter.   What trends will you try this season? Be sure to have fun with it.  It's not about going out and buying a new wardrobe.  It's about taking what you have and being creative with it!

Equestrian by adriwell featuring michael kors

Clu
shopzoeonline.com

Ralph Lauren slim pants
stylebop.com

KORS Michael Kors michael kor
scoopnyc.com

Coach duffle bag
coach.com

Pieces feather earrings
$14 - asos.com

Remembering and Bond

Bonjour!  Wow, it's already the middle of the week.  I love when Monday is a holiday.  Makes the week shorter and no case of the Mondays!    I hope everyone took a moment this past weekend to remember those who fought and died for us and wore your poppies proud (well, in places they are worn around this time).  My Grampy took part in WWII and every year he puts on his uniform with pride.  He's 92 and has a hard time getting around so he didn't walk in the parade.  A couple of years ago he was asked if he would like to go on the veterans bus.   His reply was if he couldn't walk with pride he would not go.  I love my Grampy.

Although this weekend was one for remembrance, we did do a few other things.  I went to my friends 30th birthday party which was awesome.  I had no idea but I was the surprise.  She didn't know I was coming!  Also, finally.....I saw the movie I've been waiting for, "Skyfall".  So good.  It met my expectations 100%.  The cast was great and Bond was wonderful, as usual.  Daniel Craig truly fits the role and gets better with every movie.

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Javier Bardem played a great villain!  He was bad and kind of funny at the same time with some serious issues.  Severine was beautiful and seductive....everything a Bond girl should be.  Eve was the kick-ass beauty.   Not to give away anything for those who haven't seen it but a few new characters are introduced that were part of the older movies.

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I love her look from head to toe.  The dress was Amazing...soooooo sexy.   The decorative lace was romantic but sultry.  Like I said before, Tom Ford had a hand in the wardrobe.  Specifically, with Bond's suits.  Bond looked handsome as ever (check him out in the first photo).

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Bamboo necklace and earring and Queen Cobra ring by Swarovski

                             A close up of the jewelry she wore in this photo.  Very serpentine!

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Love Knot collection by Swarovski.  Gorgeous.

These were worn by Severine in the Heineken commercial.  That's right, Bond drinks a Heineken in the movie but not to worry, he also has his usual Martini.   

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Heineken Commercial.

Love her red dress...that reminds me, I met with my model for the Red Dress show 2013! She's sweet and seems like a lot of fun.   I think she is going to be a fabulous model. Can't wait to get started!

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Okay where can I get these?  Swarovski did a collection of "Bond" jewelry! I was actually just talking to a co-worker last week about how cool it would be to have a James Bond inspired piece like the intro scene!  To see more check out this link:

Bond Jewelry

ps www.jamesbondlife.com is now one of my favourite sites!  All things Bond, Eeeee!

Anna Karenina

Allo!  Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend and didn't forget to "Fall Back".  It was actually kind of nice to have that extra hour.  I made it to the gym!!  As usual, I will not enjoy the early darkness..but I will get used to it.   It's just a bit blah when you are at work all day and then it's dark when you get home.  It definitely doesn't help me get motivated to do anything.  Ugh....I will have to find a way!  Anyways, Although I've been excited for the newest Bond movie and having a "Bondathon" all week, the movie "Anna Karenina", has caught my eye and I really do want to see it!!  I think the reasons are obvious.  It's based on a novel by Tolstoy.   It's a story of forbidden love; Anna Karenina's with the Count Vronsky (she's married), is the main story.   It also has political undertones based on Tolstoy's  views of  Russia at that time.   I usually read the book before the movie but lately I have a hard enough time sitting down to read a magazine.  We will see.  Hope you all have a wonderful week:)

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Even this poster is alluring.  She looks stunning.   The wardrobe and accessories for this movie look amazing.   Oh to have been part of the wardrobe department! 

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The Camelia Poudre necklace worth 800,000 british pounds! Chanel loaned this amazing necklace and 18k gold, diamonds and pearls.
This necklace is amazing.  I nearly melted when I first saw it...not only is it gorgeous, it's by Chanel.  They've always had such fabulous accessories.  

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I am completely in love with the wardrobe....it's period and lovely.   The clothing was inspired by 50's designers such as Dior and Balenciaga...amazing.  

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Keira Knightley chooses such great movies to be in.  She gets to play dress up and wear all those lovely garments. 

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We cannot forget about the men from the movie!! They too get dressed up and look rather dapper. 

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Kind of diggin' his white uniform.

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Dresses!!!! 

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Banana Republic launched a line based on the movie.  They did something similar for "Mad Men".   I would love to have a store here!! There is always online shopping:)

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Banana Republic "Anna Karenina" line.