Category Archive: Design

Label List: Prada, Miu Miu, Schiaparelli

The Metropolitan Museum of Art‘s next Costume Institute exhibit (opening in May 2012) is called “Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada: On Fashion.” At first reading, it would appear that the two designers would… Continue reading

Men’s Corner With Mr. Andrew: Klaxon Howl Shorts

Here is Mr. Andrew proudly displaying his new shorts from Klaxon Howl. Andrew is very happy because, even though the season is almost over, he had not accquired a set of short pants… Continue reading

My Favourite Things: Summer Looks

One of these days, someone is going to catch me taking pictures of myself in the bathroom at work. In the meantime, here are some of my more successful summertime ensembles (in my… Continue reading

My Favourite Things: Umbrella (Hey Hey Hey)

This is my bestest brolly. I’m guessing it’s from the ’80s. What makes it wonderful is its print. One time I was at the Value Village. I put it down for a second… Continue reading

Sneak Peek: Missoni For Target

Images for the Missoni for Target collection showed up on the internets yesterday. The range débuts on September 13th, a Tuesday. Note to my employers, I will be calling in sick that day.… Continue reading

Cleaning Up My Desktop

Here’s a bunch of random things I took pictures of with every intent to blog about, but never quite got an angle on word-wise. For example, I was going to do a post… Continue reading

I Rode the Rocket

I finally got to ride on the new TTC subway train. I was so excited that I started taking pictures like paparazzi at a movie premiere. I was not alone in my public… Continue reading

More Scarf Magic

Why do I keep buying vintage scarves? Like this Laura Ashley floral print number I picked up last week. I certainly don’t need any more scarves, but I can’t resist them. As I… Continue reading

Midweek Modness: John Frederics Hats

In the 1950s, John Frederics was one of the most celebrated milliners in the US. He was most famous for Vivien Leigh’s hats in the movie Gone With The Wind. He was a… Continue reading

A Pattern Emerges: Diane von Fürstenberg Dress

My friend Becky has been taking classes up at the Sewing Studio. She’s very excited about it and know I have a bit of a bug to do some stitching. I picked up… Continue reading

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