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We're still majorly crushing on trench coats this spring, but for those days when we want something more sporty, we're opting for the city safari anorak. In muted khaki, washed tan and deep navy these coats pair well with bright colours or muted neutrals. Whether you go short or long, this slouchy jacket will be a piece you'll wear again in the fall.


These short anoraks and safari...
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Oh how pretty! Little bow appliqués are so cute and all over girls clothes this season. They will love wearing this trend, too!


1. J. Crew Crew Cuts Girls' Mini Sailor-Stripe Bow Tank US$22.00
2. Gap Bow Shoulder Tank C$16.95
3. Me and Mom Ribbon Tee C$14.99
4. Zara Baby Girls Jeans With Bows C$19.90
5. Zara Girls T-Shirt With Little Bows C$17.90
6. Gap Floral Sash Dress C$24.99 (sale)

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While our official royal wedding invitation got lost in the mail (What's that? Yours did too?), that doesn't mean we can't indulge in our favourite brands from Cool Britannia. While we could go on for days about the great buys at places like Primark or grocery shopping at Sainsbury's, these British brands are readily available on this side of the pond. No need to check the mail,...
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Unless you're a celebrity, a bride, or perhaps a duchess, there really isn't a lot of opportunity for a normal gal to wear a glamourous long gown. That's why prom is a perfect opportunity to go all out in a gorgeous floor-grazing silhouette. We compiled the hottest red carpet trends to make gown shopping a breeze.

Now that we've taken the research out of prom dress shopping, you...
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Of course you want to know what's trendy for you this spring, but so many of those same trends are hot tickets right now for your kiddos—bright colours, wide leg denim trousers, and overalls (okay, maybe not that last one).


Colour Huge this spring and summer, the coloured bottom trend is super fun!
1. American Eagle 77 Kids Toddler Girls Zipper Crop Skinny Jean US$9.77 (sale)
2. Zara Boys...
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Prom and grad formals are your last chance to hang with friends and dance the night away. If you never wear heels, a night where you want to have fun is probably not the time to start. These embellished sandals and sparkly flats are a terrific alternative.

If you don't have time to break your shoes in before the big night, make sure and rub some Blister Block where your shoes may rub to prevent...
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These sweet pleats take their cues from the ballet-world in thin folds and light fabrics like chiffon, silk and polyester. Pair with a simple, form fitting tank to further the ballet feel; a tailored, sleeveless, button-up blouse and skinny belt for retro-housewife nostalgia; a blouson for twirling to '70s disco; or a long sweater (like at Rag & Bone) for a classic American sportswear look...
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Short dresses are just as glam as floor grazing gowns for prom. Not to mention that a short dress is generally more versatile, a.k.a. you may actually wear your expensive prom dress more than once if you go short! We poured over countless celebrity looks from the past year and determined the hottest trends to keep your eye on: eye-catching metallics, rich jewel tones, classic lace, knockout red,...
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Update your style with an old pattern—ikat patterns originated in Indonesia, and while few samples of the fabric have survived it was traded throughout Asia in the 19th C. It is now present in the textiles of many world cultures beyond that continent today, like Argentina, Bolivia and Mexico. The bold pattern is a great statement piece so try pairing one of these skirts with solids or...

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It's no secret that all of us at ChickAdvisor HQ have been known to throw on wellies faster than our weatherman can say "precipitation." If you haven't seen us posing in our rain boots, please check it out and make a guess at our Pose Off question (there's a prize up for grabs). For those of you who are flummoxed about what rainy day boot won't make you look like you're off to...
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