Style Collective Must Haves
Our stylish friends at beauty, lifestyle and fashion blogs shared their must-haves of the moment. And of course we included ours too! Here's what we're lusting over right now...
1. At Home with Kim Vallee
Kim Vallee
Apple Pancakes apron (Available at Anthropologie)
Like shoes, a girl should accessorize the apron she is wearing with her party decor or her menu. You cannot go wrong with a feminine, vintage style apron. This is why I put on my list the Apple Pancakes apron created by London designer Lisa Stickley for Anthropologie. If you are too shy for the cheerful lime, you might prefer the blue azure of her Spanish Omelet apron. Then, make sure the invitations for a brunch are in the mail.
2. ChickAdvisor
Ali de Bold
French Connection S/S2010 Dresses, $128 - $158 (Available at French Connection)
I was going to attempt to pick just one of these, but honestly I bought 5 this season and I haven't decided which I like the best. They're adorable, aren't they? I wear them to work, to an event and even out on a date. I get a lot of compliments on them. They are snug in all of the right places and the cinch at the waist gives a great hour glass shape. The rose dress ($138) recently appeared on Y+R's most stylish character. Not that I watch that show…
3. Beauty Editor
Michelle Villett
Chanel Rouge Coco Hydrating Creme Lip Colour, $38 (Available at Chanel counters)
As a beauty editor, I've been saying for years that lipstick is back -- and this time I actually mean it! For those of us who came of age in the gloss generation, Rouge Coco is the perfect segue: the texture is more like a balm and the colours are rich but very sheer. Cameron Diaz, Sandra Bullock and our very own Rachel McAdams all wore it at the Oscars, and they are very stylish indeed. Finally, let's be honest: it looks totally sick when you pull something Chanel out of your handbag, no?
4. BeautyGeeks
Janine Falcon
My summer pick is a classic, and a must-have for the shiny-faced girl: MAC Blot Pressed Powder, $27. (HAH! You thought I was going to say SPF, didn't you! But that's already in your must-have stash, right? Right??)
I literally don't leave home without Blot Powder. My oily complexion often feels as though someone Saran-wrapped it when I wasn't looking. Blot Powder takes care of that, making skin feel comfortable, never sticky. Its genius light texture quickly absorbs excess oil and never, ever, EVER builds up to a cakey finish, even with repeated applications throughout the day. I use to temper the shine of mineral-powder foundation, too. Can't live without it. Bet you won't be able to either.
5. Gifted
Alison Lawler-Dean
Lilac Tree Bowl, $22.99 (Available at Indigo)
I'm completely obsessed with gardening right now...
Beautiful blooms are everywhere as spring blissfully turns to summer and truly make the best gifts. Whether you bring your mom and hand-tied bouquet, a party host a fragrant herb plant or a budding gardener something striking for their lawn, you will be giving them a gift that will last. Indigo also offers start up magnolia and lilac plant kits that are potted and ready to give.
6. Coco & Lowe
Catriona Smart (aka Coco)
The Light-Weight Utility Jacket (Available at H+M)
Because the weather will not make up it's mind, our must have remains The Light-Weight Utility Jacket. It's light enough to throw over anything and adds just enough protection from the wonky elements! Available at virtually any price point - from H&M to Chloe- The Light-Weight Utility Jacket can move from day to night and give any outfit an edgy, cool vibe.
7. The Style House
Afiya Francisco
N.D.C. made by hand massika shoes, $325
These babies aren't cheap, but they just ooze sophisticated laid-back charm. Their versatility helps to ease the sticker shock– I'll sport them with rolled skinny jeans, shorts, and I think that they'd even be cute paired with summer dresses.
I picked mine up at TNT in T.O. but they're also available at Lileo (Toronto), SSense (Montreal) and Gravity Pope (Calgary, Edmonton)
$325
Which picks did you like the best?
1. At Home with Kim Vallee
Kim Vallee
Apple Pancakes apron (Available at Anthropologie)
Like shoes, a girl should accessorize the apron she is wearing with her party decor or her menu. You cannot go wrong with a feminine, vintage style apron. This is why I put on my list the Apple Pancakes apron created by London designer Lisa Stickley for Anthropologie. If you are too shy for the cheerful lime, you might prefer the blue azure of her Spanish Omelet apron. Then, make sure the invitations for a brunch are in the mail.
2. ChickAdvisor
Ali de Bold
French Connection S/S2010 Dresses, $128 - $158 (Available at French Connection)
I was going to attempt to pick just one of these, but honestly I bought 5 this season and I haven't decided which I like the best. They're adorable, aren't they? I wear them to work, to an event and even out on a date. I get a lot of compliments on them. They are snug in all of the right places and the cinch at the waist gives a great hour glass shape. The rose dress ($138) recently appeared on Y+R's most stylish character. Not that I watch that show…
3. Beauty Editor
Michelle Villett
Chanel Rouge Coco Hydrating Creme Lip Colour, $38 (Available at Chanel counters)
As a beauty editor, I've been saying for years that lipstick is back -- and this time I actually mean it! For those of us who came of age in the gloss generation, Rouge Coco is the perfect segue: the texture is more like a balm and the colours are rich but very sheer. Cameron Diaz, Sandra Bullock and our very own Rachel McAdams all wore it at the Oscars, and they are very stylish indeed. Finally, let's be honest: it looks totally sick when you pull something Chanel out of your handbag, no?
4. BeautyGeeks
Janine Falcon
My summer pick is a classic, and a must-have for the shiny-faced girl: MAC Blot Pressed Powder, $27. (HAH! You thought I was going to say SPF, didn't you! But that's already in your must-have stash, right? Right??)
I literally don't leave home without Blot Powder. My oily complexion often feels as though someone Saran-wrapped it when I wasn't looking. Blot Powder takes care of that, making skin feel comfortable, never sticky. Its genius light texture quickly absorbs excess oil and never, ever, EVER builds up to a cakey finish, even with repeated applications throughout the day. I use to temper the shine of mineral-powder foundation, too. Can't live without it. Bet you won't be able to either.
5. Gifted
Alison Lawler-Dean
Lilac Tree Bowl, $22.99 (Available at Indigo)
I'm completely obsessed with gardening right now...
Beautiful blooms are everywhere as spring blissfully turns to summer and truly make the best gifts. Whether you bring your mom and hand-tied bouquet, a party host a fragrant herb plant or a budding gardener something striking for their lawn, you will be giving them a gift that will last. Indigo also offers start up magnolia and lilac plant kits that are potted and ready to give.
6. Coco & Lowe
Catriona Smart (aka Coco)
The Light-Weight Utility Jacket (Available at H+M)
Because the weather will not make up it's mind, our must have remains The Light-Weight Utility Jacket. It's light enough to throw over anything and adds just enough protection from the wonky elements! Available at virtually any price point - from H&M to Chloe- The Light-Weight Utility Jacket can move from day to night and give any outfit an edgy, cool vibe.
7. The Style House
Afiya Francisco
N.D.C. made by hand massika shoes, $325
These babies aren't cheap, but they just ooze sophisticated laid-back charm. Their versatility helps to ease the sticker shock– I'll sport them with rolled skinny jeans, shorts, and I think that they'd even be cute paired with summer dresses.
I picked mine up at TNT in T.O. but they're also available at Lileo (Toronto), SSense (Montreal) and Gravity Pope (Calgary, Edmonton)
$325
Which picks did you like the best?
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