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Perhaps it’s just me but when I start penciling the word December in my notebook, it officially feels like winter—and then holiday mode kicks into high gear. Besides scrambling to find last minute holiday gifts, many of us start the hunt for festive accessories to add an instant hit of glitz and glamour (it’s also an inexpensive way of recycling a LBD and making it fresh again–hint, hint!) This year the accessory trends are gorgeous and fabulous: bejeweled and sparkling, ornate and dramatic. So yesterday, I spent the morning at Breakfast TV with the lovely Dina Pugliese (click on this link to watch) highlighting some truly outstanding holiday accessories, from clutches and drool-worthy shoes (the blue Sex and The City proposal shoe made an little appearance), to statement necklaces and a to-die-for glam faux-fur wrap from Club Monaco. I didn’t get through half of the items I brought with me (we ran out of time, boo!!), but I have listed the brand, retailer and price of each of the items pointed out during the segment, to help you shop from yesterday’s show. Read the rest of this entry »

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Those 15˚C days Liv mentioned were definitely a bonus, but we Canadian gals know better than to presume this chilly weather isn’t here to stay. And although it’s tempting to hide under multiple layers of black and grey as we settle into winter, a dose of cheerful colour can go a long way when it comes to facing dreary winter days.

A colourful coat would definitely do the trick, but the easiest and most affordable way to brighten up your cold-weather look is with vibrant accessories, such as suede and leather gloves in happy hues like purple, turquoise and fuchsia. As a bonus, your hands will look lovely as you wave buh-bye to frostbite!

$89 at Club Monaco

US$34 at urbanoutfitters.com

US$298 at coach.com

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Club Monaco is synonymous with great office basics (with a chic twist) – who doesn’t have a perfect sweater, skirt, blazer or tee from there?

This season, the chain is also going to be one of my go-to stores for holiday outfits — their fête-ready collection is fantastic and I couldn’t resist sharing my favourite looks with you. Notice how all the season’s biggest trends are hit –  leather, knits, sequins and asymmetry – in a super sophisticated way.

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P.S. Students: Did you know that showing your I.D. saves you 20%?

P.P.S. Club Monaco has snoods!

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Lise Watier Limited Edition Mini Plumpissimo Le Gloss Set $29.

I’m a gloss girl. I have so many kicking around that I never seem to finish one. I recently gave my beauty booty a thorough purge and found a Club Monaco gloss from, like, 1998. Scary! What can I say? A girl’s gotta have options…

That being said, when the Lise Watier Mini Plumpissimo Le Gloss Set landed on my desk I thought it was perfect for me: four fab shades in mini versions means I may actually finish one. Another perk: They plum up your pout (with the help of hyaluronic acid) and give you that delightful minty tingle. Pucker up!

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In addition to giving you an up-close look at the hottest shoppable looks for next spring, Fashion Week is a great opportunity to check out what the stylish industry insiders are actually wearing. Among this well-dressed fashion crowd, black is usually the colour-of-choice, but last night I spied a couple of gals who embraced a real joie de vivre and put their best foot forward in eighties influenced hot-hues and chucky statement necklaces. Click on the jump below to learn more about their refreshing sense of style. Read the rest of this entry »

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