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The latest celeb fashion line had us a little nervous at first thought.  Hitting Macy's stores in early August 2010, Madonna and daughter Lola have teamed up to produce "Material Girl" just in time for the Back-to-School rush. 


Perhaps the most surprising thing is that we actually really like some of these pieces - and we're not alone: it seems The Great Mo's magic touch is...

We’ve been highlighting many of Summer 2010’s hottest sunglasses trends, and now it’s time to take a look at what trends are dominating the realm of prescription eyewear.

Glitz 'n Glam
This is jewelled frames taken to the next level with the flower detail attached at the temples, as seen from Versace ($185).

Down to Earth
Neutral tones like this DKNY tortoise pair ($95) are all the rage....

“Spring Blossom" by DKNY and “Frazier” by Sferra

“Dream Stripe” by Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams and Doyle Stripe Organic Cotton by Pottery Barn

B.Smith Colton Bed...

You’re overwhelmed. Your patience is running out. Not long after walking into a second hand store are you ready to dismiss the activity of thrifting as something better suited for your costume bejewelled colleague. Fear not – her secrets can be yours too with these five simple steps to succeed in your vintage shopping spree.

1) Find out if the store is buy/sell/trade. If so, pack some used...

What was once a tourist’s faux-pas is now the hippest thing in fashion since the ankle bootie: wearing socks with heels. 


We noticed the trend on the runway from the likes of John Galliano, Dior, Marni, and Canada’s own Joe Fresh, a look that has many variations from feminine ankle socks to bunchy mid calf or full out knee highs.  Not an easy look to sport - but if you have the guts,...

Today we decided to pose outside.  With the way the weather has been behaving so nicely it felt like the right thing to do.  And then there was the matter of Pam and I coincidentally dressing in black and white, which would look boring on a white wall, don't you agree?

Pam is wearing the dearest polka dot dress.  I love that the dots are smaller at the top than the bottom.

One of the easiest ways to protect your skin during the summer is by sporting a stylish straw hat.  The additional benefits are endless: disguise a bad hair day, protect your expensive salon hair colour, and look effortlessly chic – all at the same time.

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Cowboy hats aren’t just for the country girl anymore.  Get this boho chic look for some fun in the summer sun ($20, American...

Hot pants, rompers, mildly inappropriate high slits and shorter-than-short dresses are sharing the seasonal spotlight with maxi frocks.  While mile-long legged ladies may feel confident stepping out in hot pants, try the safer and much more wearable alternative to show off those sexy stems: a short flirty dress.

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Victoria’s Secret carries plenty of short playful print dresses including

From saucy to sleek, this year's crop of beach wear is eye-catching.  Form-fitting styles in every cut and colour forgive little indiscretions like a chocolate feeding frenzy - you won't need airbrushing to look anything less than fabulous pool-side.

Here’s what’s trending for swimsuits in 2010:

Bandeaus
'Barcelona' by Miraclesuit ($138), 'Illuminance' by SAHA ($119),...