Just Throw Her on a Catwalk and Call Her Heather Marks*

(* Is it me, or does Beatrix here remind you of Canadian model Heather Marks?)

It was over to Queen West for me yesterday where spotting a well-dressed hipster is as sure as the winter is long.  About to start her shift at American Apparel, Beatrix, also a fashion student, makes looking fab seem so easy you almost want to hate her for it. But don’t even think about it honey, because she’s clearly such a doll!

The top, skirt, and tights, all American Apparel, are dandy but I think the jacket and boots are out of sight! And where did they come from you ask? The former is from Value Village and the latter, mom’s closet where Beatrix finds many a wearable garment and much of her fashion inspiration.

I asked Beatrix what her fave piece in the store is lately and she said it would have to be the Disco Pant (as seen here) Wowzers! If you do choose to squeeze into these hot little numbers (and maybe I will) ladies: Boom! Prepare to turn some heads like our gal Bea!

Frockin' it into Fall: Dresses From Day to Evening in Yorkville

If you say we really have to start dressing for the crisp fall weather, then gals, let’s do it right! It was back to Yorkville for me last night where the drinks may cost a fortune but the looks are… priceless.

It was a spoil of fashion riches as the film set flocked to the ‘Ville to see and be seen in their TIFF best. While undeniably polished all the looks tonight reflect the joyous ease of throwing on a frock for fall and going about your day, no matter what adventures you may have (or celebs you may spot).

Lien & Jo

Christina

Kristen & Courtney

Vintage White Tennis Short Shorts? I Think YES!

I ventured into Yorkville tonight in hopes of photographing fashionable film buffs or celebrity hangers on, but found inspiration instead in a lovely Ryerson fashion student doing her own thing on Bloor street.

With the TIFF hubbub in full swing but streets away, Samantha looked like a breath of fresh air in an outfit that breaks about a thousand rules. Wearing a look almost completely made of white a week after Labour Day may be cheeky, but I say: fashion rules are for sissies!!

Samantha finds fashion inspiration from far away lands and times long past, scouring vintage shops at home and abroad. I’m a sucker for these vintage white tennis short shorts taken from mom’s closet (WARNING: proceed with caution when attempting this look at home). Her ruffled tee comes from Top Shop of London (one day soon girls, one day soon) and the booties are vintage from Paris! Bien Oui! Girl, you look rad!

The End of Summer in Kensington or Jumpsuits Done Right

I know that any good fashionista lives for fall, but I have to confess: summer just really is my season.   And great outfits like this one help me to hang on just a bit little longer!

When Samantha came walking down the sidewalk in Kensington Market on Sunday, I thought, hell yes!  Now here is a jumpsuit done right  (and trust, we’ve all seen at least one go wrong this summer).  Good fit? Check!  Cool print?  Check!  Almost looks like a dress so you are not quite sure if it even really is a jumpsuit? Check and check.

You’ll never believe the killer deals Samantha scored on her accessories.   The sunglasses come courtesy of Claire’s, yes that Claire’s, for $3.  And the shoes were purchased during some sort of a crazy 4 pairs for $20 sale at Payless!   Word.

A special thank you to Samantha for being my very first subject!