27 Years of Fashion Television

After 27 glorious years, Fashion Television has come to an end. Tonight, the final original episode aired. Although Fashion Television will no longer be filming, we are excited to see what Jeanne Beker does next! A few weeks ago, M and I were blessed to cover Toronto Fashion Week on behalf of Fashion Television. It was an experience we will never forget. Cheers to 27 years of great memories!

America's Next Top Model Live Media Preview

On April 17, M and I headed to the West End to attend America's Next Top Model Live Media Preview. 
As we walked into the venue, we were greeted by gorgeous male Sutherland Models serving wine and maple syrup treats. Models, wine, and sweets, what a perfect trio! Sutherland Models announced the Top 12 Finalists for the Sutherland Supermodel Search 2012. These finalist will be featured during the ANTM event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from May 4-6. Fitted in stunning dresses provided by Rent Frock Repeat, the 12 finalist looked as if they were from a Vanity Fair spread. 

A big thank you to the ladies from Rent Frock Repeat for providing the girls with breath taking designer dresses, Schwarzkopf Professional, for their hair expertise, and  Sutherland Models for giving the girls a once in a life time experience!

This event could not have happened without the support of these amazing sponsors:

Pandora http://www.pandora.net/en-ca

Rent Frock Repeat http://rentfrockrepeat.com/

Schwarzkopf Professional http://www.schwarzkopf.com/sk/en/home.html

Shopping Haute Classics

As students, money isn't something we have laying around, so, we are currently living the 'frugal' lifestyle. Being just 20 years old, spending $1,000 on the newest bag isn't something we can justify. A pre-owned designer bag usually has a student budget price tag, which means we can afford a mint condition consigned bag and pay our Visa bill, all in the span of a month. At Haute Classics, we know that each piece is 100% authentic, so we can buy our items knowing we are buying the real deal. With bags, heels, jewellery and scarves to choose from, it really is like shopping someone's closet. I have added a vintage Dior, Chanel, and Alexander McQueen to my collection just this year- Thanks Haute Classics!

Our number one tip for shopping consignment is: save your money and invest in only classic staple pieces. There are so many model purses that are just fads, so hide your Visa card until you know that you can afford that dream bag you have had your eye on. Think quality, not quantity. 

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Check out the items we are coveting here: http://blog.hauteclassics.com/?p=1190

Photo Credit: Erika, Haute Classics Store Manager

Happy shopping! 

http://www.hauteclassics.com/

Keep Your Cool

In addition to a long weekend, M was home, which was something in itself to celebrate.  Whenever she is home, I take the opportunity to work on my amateur photography skills.  The weather was absolutely perfect, so I was able to take some shots of M in her brand new 'Keep Your Cool' top from Sugar Lips Apparel.  Here are 3 different ways to style the shirt - a perfect transitional piece from Spring to Summer. 

http://www.sugarlipsapparel.com/sugarlips-apparel-mixed-media-womens-top.html

April Showers Bring May Flowers

On April 3, M and I headed to the Neubacher Shor Contemporary Gallery for Fulton's Spring/Summer 2012 media preview. As we walked into the venue, we were immersed in what was called, 'an umbrella explosion.'  We aren't talking about your average umbrella.  Fulton Umbrellas are fit for royalty, quite literally.  Fulton is the official umbrella brand used by the British Royal Family and there is certainly no question why! Fulton uses the highest quality materials to produce umbrellas which are excellence in design, durability and detail.  The see-through Birdcage umbrella became a trademark for The Queen Mother and is M's personal favourite model. 


Fulton Umbrellas are designed in the U.K. and are inspired by the most current trends from London, Paris, and New York. Collaborations with renowned U.K. designers include Orla Kiely, Cath Kidston, Ella Doran, Morris & Co. and my personal favourite - LuLu Guinness. With prices ranging from $15 - $80, these high end umbrellas easily fit into everyone's budget.  If you're in need of a  quality umbrella, Fulton has a perfect umbrella with your name all over it. 

Available at: Harry Rosen, The Bay, Simon's and Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques. http://www.fultonumbrellas.com/ 

From left to right:
Cityscape London, Confetti Spot, Stripe Ombre 

Rose Red, Birdcage Spots, Parasoleil Yellow, Pink Daisy

Union Garden

Valentine K Lauch

On behalf of Bold Magazine, I had the opportunity to attend the launch of Valentine K at the TNT Hazelton Lanes Yorkville boutique. A huge thank you to Bold Magazine for allowing me to be part of this experience. 

Check out the full article on Bold Magazine:

 http://www.boldmagazine.ca/?p=5639

Interviewing Lauren McLachlan, designer of Valentine K
Photo Credit: Felicia Byron, Bold Magazine

Valentine K Spring/Summer Collection
Photo Credit: Felicia Byron, Bold Magazine

Myself, Felicia Byron, Javi Yébenes
Bold Magazine Stylist, Photographer, Marketing Director