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Corporate looks for fall with Le Chateau

August 27, 2016

Work work work work… were talking #corporatestyle on the blog today, and man oh man, is fall fashion fun this year! So many colours and textures to play with; from suede and leather to Pantone 2016’s baby blue and blush pink!

I was on CTV Morning Live again today, talking about Inbetweenie fall fashion trends that I styled with Le Chateau. That’s right folks, Le Chateau carries all the way to size 18/XXL! They have some gorgeous work clothes with lots of statement pieces to help you build your high fashion wardrobe for work.

Styling tips for fall

more colour than we are used to; pale blue, burgundy, and army green
bold patterns
layering is great for changes in weather
consider transition pieces that can go from summer to fall and even to winter

Styling tips for inbetweenie

stores that carry a wide range in sizes allows you to find the best fit for your body type (For example, I need a XL blazer, but wear a size M in pants).
consider wearing blazers, vests and cardigan to cover your least favourite attributes and create structure
look for stretch in the places you need it most (for example in your arms, belly, or thighs)
invest in a great blouse and blazer to solidify your work wardrobe

Want to see what my models were wearing?

Nathaly is wearing:

Megan is wearing

Meeka is wearing

I am wearing

And just in case you missed the show, you can catch the CTV Morning Live segment here!

My Krowd Magazine Ottawa Street Style Feature

Fashion Ottawa

August 25, 2016

I was both honoured and nervous when Krowd Magazine asked to feature me in their Krowd Street Style series. I wanted to share the gorgeous photos with you, taken by Kerbens Boisette. Man is he talented! These pictures came out amazing! We did the shoot on Sussex in the Byward Market.

What I am wearing

white blazer- vintage
army green pants- Joe Fresh
black lace bralette- Addition Elle
blue suede pumps- Nine West
yellow earrings- H&M
black sunglasses- Quay (bought at Common)
purse- Danier
watch- a-line

Krowd Magazine is an amazing local fashion blog and editorial magazine that has really created an impressive following in the last year. Loads of local collaboration and out of this world fashion inspiration! Make sure you follow them on Instagram!

Blogger @chantsy for Krowd Street Style Ottawa #kss #kssyow #krowdmagzine Film: @therealkerbens @bello_o_

A video posted by KROWD Magazine (@krowdmagazine) on Aug 4, 2016 at 8:31am PDT

You too can join the Krowd Street Style movement, if you have what it takes. Email contact@krowdmagazine.com… you’ve got nothing to lose!

The Reveal: Newly expanded CF Rideau Centre boasts new shopping for Ottawa

Fashion Ottawa

August 15, 2016

Last week, I was invited to have a sneak peak at the new CF Rideau Centre reveal, during the media preview party. The new expansion is amazing and does wonders for Rideau street. It looks clean, modern and rejuvenated. I also find that this expansion is doing wonders for mens fashion, maybe the most menswear available in one section of the mall!

So what new shops opened at Rideau Centre you ask?

Simons
H&M (yes, they have a plus-size section!)
Anthropologie
Disney Store
Zara
Massimo Dutti
Strellson
Rudsak
Sketchers
Roots
Vans
Frank + Oak
Steven Madden
L’intervalle
NYX
Bridgehead
Emilio Guido
Lululemon
Indochino
Adore
Squish
Trade Secrets
lole
Bento Sushi
Alex + Ani

With all these new stores added to CF Rideau Centre, it has once again become THE MALL, that bares it all! Personally, I am excited to add more L’intervalle footwear to my collection, and hope to get reacquainted with Anthropologie and Simons.

Again, I was busy with filming live video on Facebook that night, so I didn’t get many pictures in. Here are some pics that I managed to scrounge up of the evening.

Hope you get a chance to see the new mall soon!

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA — Thanks to Alan Wainwright for this pic of Katie (@YowCityStyle) and I!

Thanks to Alan Wainwright for this pic of Katie (@YowCityStyle) and I!

CF Rideau Centre New expansion Ottawa Shopping Mall. new ottawa shoe store — My new favourite shoe store “L’Intervalle”, a brand designed in Montreal and made in Europe. Amazing designs and affordable price point.

CF Rideau Centre New expansion Ottawa Shopping Mall. L'Intervalle shoe store — I just had to buy these babies!

CF Rideau Centre New expansion Ottawa Shopping Mall. Fashion blog — Thank you to my gal Julie from @TrySmallThings for this lovely photo.

Simons Ottawa now open in newly renovated CF Rideau Centre!

Fashion Ottawa

August 10, 2016

Last year, around the same time, I had the privilege of attending the media preview for the first Simons opening in the area. The Simons Gatineau store opened in Les Promenades Gatineau on August 14, 2015, and I remember being told to stay tuned, because Ottawa was getting a store in August 2016. One full year later, and here we are! I can’t believe how fast time flies. The Simons store in CF Rideau Centre opens this Thursday, August 11, 2016!

The space is gargantuan, about 104,000 square feet! Like, you WILL 100%, most definitely get lost on the 4th and 3rd floor of the Rideau Centre (and you should!). Remember the old theatre?… there! The store is perfectly laid out, and includes the signature Simons price-point “mix & matching” merchandising strategy. There is no discrimination here, this shopper knows what she wants and can confidently style herself in a unique way.

“Oh fun! This $3000 purse will go great with my $40 jacket”

We had a chance to meet Peter Simons again, who does a lovely job of teaching us fashion bloggers the strategy behind maintaining a large private Canadian company, keeping the passion alive after 180 years of business, the thrilling ride of merchandising and buying, how to remain socially responsible and predicting trends coming out of the European fashion scene. He has a wealth of fashion knowledge and I feel like a sponge when he talks. (PS- feminine Parisian style is making a comeback, but this time it’s your own interpretation. No cookie cutter moulds for you to follow… so put some thought into it, would you?).

I did manage to snap a few photos, but focused on live video this time, to give you the full experience. You can check out the videos on facebook and twitter!