Fall Fashion 2015 Trends with Addition Elle

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I can’t believe it’s all over. Weeks, days and hours of prepping and pulling clothes, all for my 4 minutes of fame. And I loved every second of it! I had the opportunity to style for a CTV Morning Live segment on Fall Fashion trends with Addition Elle. You can watch it here.

My overall approach with styling for this fall is to choose clothing items that are versatile, warm and comfortable. Everything in your wardrobe should be appropriate for work or play. And when you’re shopping, make sure you chose lots of great pieces that you can mix and match.

Fall Fashion Trends 2015:
Accessories- large coats, floppy felt hat, ankle booties
Colours- burgundy, forest green, grey, black
Textures- wool, quilt, leather, viscose, distressed denim
Styles- edgy, layering

Addition Elle really made my job easy. They have such an impressive selection of clothes that comes in size 12 to 24. Their looks are on trend, affordable and all of the pieces go really well together. I didn’t realize that Addition Elle also carries a ton of accessories and shoes (Bonus!!)! Everything is well thought out and designed for larger women. Shoes have more room, bracelets are larger… it’s the little things that make a huge difference.

Here are my five looks:

Edgy

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends with Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Boots- 22002013 – 185.00 Necklace- 84505207- 25.00 Leggings- 83976509 – 70.00 Turtle neck- 84347703 – 65.00 Coat- 84082378 – 180.00

Preppy

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Wedge Heels- 22003271 – 125.00 Jeans-22088397 – 90.00 Tank Top- 84347142 – 35.00 Sweater-83987509 – 68.00

Street Style

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Train Yards Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Booties- 22002013 – 185.00 Pearls- 84505207- 25.00 Leggings- 83976509 – 70.00 Top- 84347703 – 65.00 Coat- 84082378 – 180.00

Flirty

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Hat- 84040847- 40.00 Top- 83907139- 45.00 Skirt- 83907273- 60.00 Jacket- 84021509- 150.00

Chic

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live Chantsy
Vest- 22027844 – 98.00 Dress- 22121596 – 85.00 Belt- 84120632 – 32.00 Heels- 22002615 – 90.00

A big shout out to the girls at Addition Elle from the Train Yards location. They were super organized and got me set up for all of this. Thanks ladies!

XOX Chantsy

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PR Event: Ca Va De Soi- Luxury Knitwear

I was invited by Alyssa Beltempo, fellow Ottawa stylist, to attend a Fall Fashion presentation at Ca Va De Soi (Ottawa), a luxury knitwear boutique based out of Montreal, Canada. First, I want to point out that I was floored when I learnt that this is a family owned business based out of Montreal. I have to give credit to Montreal brands that hold the fashion fort for Canada. Un gros merci! (#supportCanadian)

The great news is that warmth is in, especially in Canada. Cashmere, Merino Wool, it’s all good, all year round. Ca Va De Soi takes great pride in offering blends and fabrics that are suitable for warmth, breathability, and wearability, all without compromising style. The classic cardigan, the versatile turtle neck, the oversized vest, we all need these staples in our wardrobe. You’re thinking “ok fine, but what about price?”. These gorgeous fabrics do come at a higher price, but these are classic investment pieces worth every dollar. They will last much longer than a cheap acrylic sweater. Because they are made of high quality knit, they come with excellent care instructions to make them last even longer. Not to mention, a good cashmere sweater is the softest coziest feeling against your skin.

Here are some lovely photos I took of the evening. Stay cozy my friends and do visit Ca Va De Soi if you are in the Byward Market.

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Gabrielle Nasri, owner, is now taking over the business with her sister. This lady is truly lovely, and gorgeous! Love her turtleneck too!
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This is Jake. He knows how to rescue knitwear! Great live demo on how to clean and iron your sweaters.
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Rescuing and restoring natural fibres is quite easy as you can see.
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Fall 2015 Favourites: Marsala, Gold and Camel

DESTACADOI was never much a fan of the colour burgundy. It was one of the colours in my high school uniform, that could explain it. But now, I love it! On my nails, on my lips… and in a bag. I need a Marsala bag. Maybe it’s because Marsala is the official 2015 colour of the year, according to Pantone. We truly saw it everywhere this summer; in wedding bouquets and bridesmaid dresses no less. It’s funny how something can grow on you, once you get used to it and see it enough times.
Bouquet-marsalaOn that note, I put together some of my favourite pieces for fall, including makeup, jewellery, accessories, shoes and bags! The colour pallet is mostly camel brown, gold, black and MARSALA! Have fun screen shopping!

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Mode XLusive 2015 Fall fashion

Kevyn Aucoin Lip Gloss, Bloodroses • Kevyn Aucoin • $41.69
Shiseido Automatic Fine Eyeliner • Shiseido • $35
Laura Mercier Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm • Laura Mercier • $32.36
Deborah Lippmann Bitches Brew Nail Lacquer • Deborah Lippmann • $25.01
Opi Mimosas for Mr. & Mrs. Nail Lacquer-MIMOSAS FOR MR & MRS • $15
Butter London The Full Monty • Butter London • $18
Fashion Fair Perfect Finish Cream Foundation • $25
M.A.C Powder Blush • $26
Illamasqua Powder Blusher • Illamasqua • $13

Mode XLusive 2015 Fall fashion accessories
Kenzo ‘Tiger’ ring • Kenzo • $128.95
Bcbgeneration Gold Plated Base Metal Fancy Chain And Tassle Y-Necklace • BCBGeneration • $25
Wanderlust & Co Chevron-Stack Rings • Isabella Oliver • $27
Nine West Women’s Nude Strap Watch 32mm NW/1712PKRG • Nine West • $67.93
Versace Gold Medusa Stud Earrings • Versace • $245
Jules Smith Spike Cuff Bracelet, Golden • Jules Smith Designs • $54.11
Burberry Giant Exploded Check Cashmere Scarf • Burberry • $675
Tassel Black Leather Charm/Key Chain • Mackage • $49
Women’s Felt Floppy Hats • Old Navy • $17

Mode XLusive 2015 Fall fashion shoes and boots
Solid class loafer • Gap • $54.95
Converse Jack Purcell Leather Sneakers, Blue • Converse • $83.38
Burberry House Check Detail Rain Boots • Burberry • $375
TOMS Suede Desert Wedge Bootie, Natural Taupe • Toms • $123.68
Design Lab Lord & Taylor Leopard Print Booties • Lord & Taylor • $169
Louise Et Cie Louise Et Cie Albach- Gold Accent Triple Buckle Bootie • Vince Camuto • $137.35
FOREVER 21 Faux Leather Peep Toe Booties • Forever 21 • $45.90
Circus By Sam Edelman D’Orsay Ankle Strap Pumps • Sam Edelman • $42
Vince Camuto Rowin Pointed Toe Stiletto Heel • Vince Camuto • $160

Mode XLusive 2015 Fall fashion bags and purses

FOREVER 21 Metallic Travel Clutch • Forever 21 • $4.90
Saint Laurent Black Quilted Leather Monogram Large Satchel • Saint Laurent • $2,950
Kensie Fall in Line Pebbled Crossbody Bag • Kensie • $89
Chloé medium ‘Marcie’ tote • Chloé • $2,232
Caley-F5 Large Merlot Mesenger Bag • Mackage • $595
Vince Camuto Riley Small Back Pack • Vince Camuto • $298
Vince Camuto Leila- Classic Leather Tote • Vince Camuto • $159–272
Herschel Supply Co. ‘Little America’ backpack • Herschel • $130.39
Calvin Klein Belfast Nylon Backpack • Calvin Klein • $178

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