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Spikes: a fashionable punch.

By Maygen Kardash from Saskatoon, on Tue, 2013-06-18 12:29
Fashion, Spikes, studs, trends, La Mer, volcom, Deux Lux, Summertime
When I was a 17, I wore a spiked collar which was quickly confiscated at the Vancouver airport because it was considered a weapon. Now that spikes and studs have become a mainstay in fashion, security may not be so quick to judge a kid decked out in metal bits, but there is still a rebelliousness to the style that is fun to dabble in. This summer, we're seeing spikes and studs embedded playfully on everything you can possibly wear. Let's take a lookie. White is the colour of summer so... [Keep Reading]

The Mid Finger Ring

Stuck in the middle with You.

By Maygen Kardash from Saskatoon, on Mon, 2013-06-17 09:48
trends, Midfinger Ring, Upcycle, reuse, Right Now
We've been seeing it all over: rings halfway down a finger, held on by tiny top joints and sheer willpower. The reviews of this mid-finger-ring phenomenon have been mixed but every trend has its detractors, and I for one am all over this one. Mostly, I think it's nice to see something new and fresh but I must admit, I'm also pretty into putting my vast collection of tiny and hereto-unwearable rings to use. If you haven't yet slipped a ring half-way on your own finger, you might... [Keep Reading]

These Chic's Are Totally Stacked

Stacked Neck

By Tara Osipoff from Regina, on Fri, 2013-06-14 08:20
jewelry, Fashion, Accessories, Style
             Taking stacked necks to a whole new level. Drew and Lex are two sisters that are creating a name for themselves in the fashion industry with their DIY heavy neck parties. They are authors of Me and Lex, a blog showcasing their latest accessory creations and their general style. The neck pieces are an assortment of new, used, vintage, and flea market jewelry. They take 5 or so necklaces apart and attach them together to create one chunky neck... [Keep Reading]

A Handy Face Shape Guide to Guys' Shades

Amaze your father with your ability to style the hell out of his face.

By Maygen Kardash from Saskatoon, on Thu, 2013-06-13 07:49
Face Shape, sunglasses, how to, guide, Father's Day
As I hope you are aware, this Sunday is Father's Day. And maybe you planned ahead this year but more likely, you and your siblings are still arguing over whether or not your dad will actually use a custom-made straight razor (he won't) and you could use a completely new gift idea to render the straight razor argument moot. Well, here it is: Sunglasses. And before you start worrying that you don't know what will suit your dad, and how would I know what your dad will look good in, let... [Keep Reading]

From my closet

By Tara Osipoff from Regina, on Wed, 2013-06-12 12:08
clothes, Fashion, folk, Style, trends, Vintage
    So you wanna be a rock superstar, and live large? A big house, Five cars? OR you wanna ride the bus, play acoustic guitar? Play for five people, in a dingy bar? My latest photo shoot was inspired by folk fashion. Some of the most stylish chics in the music biz are folk artists. A lot of my own outfits are inspired by some of the badass women behind the microphone. They usually aren't sporting red leather Britney Spears style onsies; instead they catch your... [Keep Reading]

Daniel Wellington Watches: Pure Class

By Chad Reynolds from Saskatoon, on Fri, 2013-06-07 11:44
daniel, wellington, watches, Canada, Leather, quartz, Fashion, Style
There is always a time and place for a flashy watch; but more commonly, I desire a bit of class on my wrist. A watch, for me (and I think many other men) is a favourite component to any outfit. It is a subtle little mechanized product of craftsmanship that I get to wear around (almost as much for myself as it is to show off) on my wrist.  I don't get to look at my own t-shirt or my own hat all day long, but I do catch hundreds of glances at my watch out there on my wrist on any given... [Keep Reading]

Boho Chic

Easy Breezy Summer Styling

By Bridget Reichert from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-06-06 16:20
#bohochic #style #summer #maxi #lace #fringe
Inspired by the bohemian/hippie trends of the 60's and 70's and now refined into a chic, feminine and extremely relevant trend.  Recognized  by floral prints, lace, fringe, distressed leathers, maxi's, stacked accessories etc etc.  Celebs such as Sienna Miller, Nicole Ritchie, Kate Moss and the Olsen twins are renown for their beautiful boho styling, inspiring a whole new following. This look is very individualistic, everyone has their own take on it. Realistically... [Keep Reading]

Runway Ready in Saskatoon

Saskatoon Fashion & Design Festival in Full Swing This Weekend

By Maygen Kardash from Saskatoon, on Fri, 2013-05-31 13:07
Fashion, Runway, rebecca king, laurie brown, sfdf, giveaways
Lovers of all things creative and stylish have been counting down the days until this weekend's Saskatoon Fashion & Design Festival, and now that it's finally upon us, there's just SO much going on that you might benefit from a little pre-play-by-play. I sat down with SFDF member Nicole Romanoff to get some of the deets and to learn about what all she's most looking forward to.  SFDF's first event was yesterday's In Fashion in partnership with Midtown Plaza but... [Keep Reading]

Sask Fashion Week part 2

A look at hair & makeup, and interview with Laurie Brown

By Chad Reynolds from Saskatoon, on Wed, 2013-05-29 11:32
sfdf, SFW, sask, Fashion, Week, Festival, laurie, brown, hair, makeup, Video
Here's something to get you excited about Saskatoon Fashion and Design Festival this weekend! The second installment of our Sask Fashion Week adventure drops today, and it's a daytime, mellow, slightly hungover version of the last one in which we visit the hair and makeup studio just next door to the SFW tent to chat with some of the stylists and artists who work behind the scenes. We also chased down Laurie Brown and scored a quick interview, as she was the highlight of the Friday... [Keep Reading]

IN FASHION at Midtown Plaza

Fashion Insiders' Heaven

By Maygen Kardash from Saskatoon, on Wed, 2013-05-29 08:54
Fashion, community events, all-ages, rebecca king, laurie brown, Midtown Plaza
This Thursday at Saskatoon's Midtown Plaza is your best opportunity to get In Fashion. The FREE and all-ages event, hosted in collaboration with Saskatoon Fashion Design Festival, will offer styling tips on the latest trends and how to wear them from designers Rebecca King and Laurie Brown as well as hair and make-up tutorials by Angles Salon. The focus is on all things that are current, fun, and are going to work for you. Have the day off? The noon seminar is perfect! Gotta hit the office... [Keep Reading]

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