Covet & Acquire

- Elevate your New Year's Eve experience with a decadent party frock - 

- Whether you're toasting with champagne, cruising through a club or sitting on your sofa ... be sure to ring in 2012 in style - 

- Happy New Year! -

- Homegrown talent -

 - Created from a soft, thick wool-blend knit in a slouchy silhouette, this sweater is as wearable at it is huggable and is a must-have in any cold-weather wardrobe -

- Keep an ethereal, blush shift dress grounded with dark accessories -

 - Sharp-shaped, neutral accessories and a pop-of-colour belt keep this outfit far from 'blueberry blah'-

- Completely Cap-able -

- Top off a crisp, winter white mini dress with a cloak of camel warmth -

- Dark accessories including opaque tights help to shift this outfit from the primary school playground to the primed-and-ready for a chilly holiday day -

- Savoury stripes -

- Banish the 'blah' from your winter wardrobe with a sleek, striped dress -

- Paired with over-the-knee leg warmers, cool chestnut boots and a classic Céline bag, an outfit like this is sure to cure the winter wardrobe woes -

- Structured simplicity -

 - Keep the 'I'm wearing my pyjamas in public'-look of a loose white button-up at bay with a clean-lined blazer and sharp accessories -

- Sky-high suede Mary Janes paired with a classic Chanel handbag offer an amount of extraordinary to an otherwise plain ensemble - 

- Add in button-accented gathering on the back of a smooth, Lyocell blouse that lends a pleasant and unexpected detail to a classic wardrobe piece and you've got yourself a simple, structured look - 

- Fabulous flats -

- A good ballet flat is like a classic pair of dark denim ... an extremely versatile, closet staple. - 

Though I have found Tory Burch's signature 'Reva' flat a tad narrow for my 'sturdy' feet, the rainbow-range of colours and no-frills design keep me coming back for more of this classic footwear find. 

 - Paris luxe - 

When I hear the word CÉLINE, like any true fashionista, I skip the Dion and head straight to the handbag.

 

I recently purchased this to-die-for Mini Luggage after falling for the hype of pending price increases and tales of 'it's the last in the company'. 

Despite my handbag addiction and my undeniable gullibility, I don't regret this purchase for even an instant. 

Structured, shapely and in a smooth-as-can-be leather, this CÉLINE bag is not only a classic -- but a keepsake carryall I can't wait to show off. 

- Cool and classic ... in fashion, you don't always have to reinvent the wheel -

- Today, don't get caught out and about without the No.1 accessory: The Poppy -

- Show respect and thanks for the sacrifices that have been made for the Canadian people by Canadian people in active service -

- It only takes a moment to remember on Remembrance Day -

- So, you've decided to take the plunge and buy a Chanel handbag. Or, maybe you're simply adding to your collection -

-Take a look below at some recent prices that will offer you a ballpark for your upcoming purse purchase

New Mini (A65055)

$2,400 CAD

Mini Flap (A35200)

$2,400 CAD

Small Flap (A0113)

in Cavier or Lambskin

$4,000 CAD

Medium/Large Flap (A0112)

in Cavier or Lambskin

$4,450 CAD

Jumbo Double Flap (A58600)

in Cavier or Lambskin

$4,950 CAD

Maxi Double Flap (A58601)

$5,375 CAD

225 Reissue (A37586)

$4,450 CAD

226 Reissue (A37587)

$4,950 CAD

227 Reissue (A37590)

$5,375 CAD

GST(Grand Shopping Tote)  (A50995)

$2,625 CAD

PST (Petit Shopping Tote) (A58004)

$1,725

Medallion Tote (A01804)

$2,625

Cerf Tote (Executive Tote: A15206)

$~3,000 CAD

WOC Lambskin (Classic Quilted: A33814)

$1,740 CAD

WOC Classic CC (Caviar)
$1460 CAD

- Check out my personal Chanel collection HERE -

 - Blocks of dark colour don't have to feel dark and depressed -

- Black skinny jeans paired with a divine midnight-blue blazer, bold gold necklace and killer box-toe pumps pull this outfit from the funereal to the fantastic! -

 - Tap into your inner military brat with this covetable cold-weather staple: The parka -

- Because being warm doesn't mean being boring -

- Structured simplicity -

 - Crisp, classic and with just the right amount of sass, Canadian-created brand Smythe offers a quality wardrobe addition -

- The price tag may be a bit extreme, however, a well-made wool jacket is a great go-to piece for any style-savvy professional or fierce fashionista - 

- Not to mention they're a favourite of celebrities such as Blake Lively, the Kardashians and Kate Middleton -

- Winter wedges -

- The arrival of winter doesn't mean your foot fashion has to go out the window -

- With a little weatherproofing spray and a small traction pad added to the bottom, these oxford-esque booties are a great wardrobe addition to any winter-ready closet -

- Stylish repeat -

- A great handbag should be considered an investment -

- Save, acquire and love forever ... it's a classic, well-made decision -

- Welcome to my closet -

- Sweet sweater surrender -

- Lovely lace -

- Meddle in Victorian luxury with a broad-lace maxi -

- Lace-up boots and a string of pearls add opulence ... while a black lace bandeau adds a hint of the unexpected -

- French macaron heaven -

- Though it may not hold a Versailles-inspired candle to the authentic French Ladurées -

- Room reflection -

- Mirrors aren't just for the walls ... -

- Add a little reflection to your home with a great, vintage-inspired dresser -

- Wall Fashion -

- A tasteful oil painting in a dynamite frame brings a whole new meaning to 'well hung' -

- If you love it, buy it ... in multiples -

- This philosophy is one I utilize in many aspects of my personal fashion -

- I fell prey to these silk/wool-blend Gucci scarves and had to bring home three -

- My wallet still hasn't forgiven me -

- A forever failsafe: Crisp, classic button up and dark skinny jeans -

- Shoes are shoes and brogues are brogues ... -

- Unless of course they're made by Marc Jacobs -

- Certain looks require an extra punch -

- Bold pinks, sultry reds and failsafe neutrals are a great base to any lip colour collection -

- Never fear a slick of come-hither colour -

- Buttery brown leather makes this bag pure Prada perfection -