Krystal Simpson is, by her own admission, not afraid to ruffle feathers.  Her refusal to march to someone else’s beat has made her 2-year-old blog, WhatIsRealityAnyway, a must-read diversion for several hundred thousand visitors every month, and helped open doors to design collaborations with Coach and Quiksilver.

ChickAdvisor: What inspired you to start blogging?

Krystal Simpson: After I was...

Last night's Emmy awards saw some expected winners and a few surprised losers.

Mad Men and Modern Family took home top honours for Best Drama and Comedy series (respectively), while the directors of Dexter and Glee were recognized for their efforts.  Reality TV cleaned up in the kitchen, with foodie faves Top Chef and Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution.

Best Actress was awarded to Kyra...

Last week we told you about the contest going on with Town Shoes where you can enter to win a free pair of shoes every week for a year.  Have you filmed your "shoe-fession" yet? 

We did!  Take a peek!



Of course we aren't eligible to win this fabulous prize *sniffle* but you are.  You still have plenty of time to enter on their Facebook page until the contest ends November 7,...

Instead of bemoaning the end of summer, we're excited about the new Fall 2010 Beauty palettes.  Do you love them too?

Eyes

Smoky sultry neutrals dominate Fall's palette with a little sparkle to keep things interesting:
(1) MAC Burmese Beauty Eyeshadow Quad
(2) Lancome Ombre Magnetique in Black Macadam
(3) NARS Rajasthan Duo Eyeshadow
(4) Tarte TEN Palette
(5) CoverGirl Smoky Shadow Blast
We...

Bundle up with style this season with the hottest trench coats:

Edgy Leather
Blumarine Fall 2010, Victoria Beckham (wearing Loewe), Fergie

We saw leather trenches on the runways of Blumarine, Hermes, Burberry Prorsum and Bottega Veneta.  We love how the black supple leather lends an edgy yet classic feel. 

Get this Look
Splurge: Cole Haan Lambskin Leather Three Quarter Length Trench, $995USD

We were invited to preview Billabong's latest collection this week and we're surprised by how much the brand has expanded beyond swimwear.  We even had the wonderful opportunity to meet one of Billabong's buyers and we chatted about Fall trends, such as knits, details, and plaid.  Here are some of our favourites:

Despite any controversy on the proper way to pronounce it, bruschetta is a universal hit. Even your tomato-hating friends will agree: this recipe is bursting with flavour.
 
Grilled Naan Bread with Bruschetta


2 slabs Naan bread
3 vine ripe tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 lime (juice of)
1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
splash olive oil...

It isn't easy finding sunglasses when your face is the shape of... an eggplant. 

It's not that it's so bulgy on the bottom, but I've always had very pinchable cheeks. This is why I have a constant challenge finding frames to suit my face.  That and I don't like unnecessary bling.  One year I bought a gorgeous pair of Chanels that literally branded me in the...

The latest designer to hit Payless' shelves is Isabel Toledo.  The designer who dressed MObama for Inauguration Day in a stunning yellow suit created 8 designs for the discount shoe retailer and they're being stocked now ahead of the September 7th schedule in select stores across Canada, the US and online.

On to the eye candy!

We're head over heels in lust with the Belted Poodle...

The messenger bag has evolved into new shapes and styles that have revamped its popularity. We’ve got the four styles you should keep an eye out for this fall.

Zippered Detailing: J. Crew, $200 USD

Classic Leather:  Lucky Brand, $139 USD

Studded:  Nine West, $40 USD

Fur:  Wendy Nichol, $385 USD

Which style caught your eye?