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Celebrating the latest in Ottawa men’s fashion with Strellson at CF Rideau Centre

September 8, 2016

Last week I was invited to take a peak inside the new Strellson store that opened in the newly expanded wing of the CF Rideau Centre. Strellson is a men’s clothing line and is Switzerland’s largest menswear manufacturer. You may be familiar with this line, as it is also found at the Hudson’s Bay.

Now, I don’t typically blog about men’s fashion or formally know much about it, but I am the primary stylist of my household, much like you gals out there. I not only have to dress my son, but I dress my (handsome) husband too! It’s not fair, they both look great in anything and have 0 curvy issues to deal with!

Any chance I get, I love getting all the latest details in men’s fashion. Which is why I was thrilled to watch David Altow, Director of Sales Strellson, give us the perfect presentation on key Strellson pieces and this year’s must haves (Ahem- BOMBER JACKET!)! You can watch the entire presentation in the video below. But if you are lazy, here are some key takeaways:

Men get to wear cozy stretchy fabrics and still look like a million dollars at work
Men must also consider the art of layering! It looks great and it’s perfect for temperature control
Men’s clothes seem to be more “travel friendly” and most garments consider convenience, compactibility, versatility and portability (Ex: light-weight coats that keep you warm, dry, dressy and can easily get packed in your small bag)
Technology is always considered, and never compromised whether it’s through innovative fabrics or pockets that hold your devices

Strellson CF Rideau Centre Ottawa Men's Fashion Blog Zack Smith Senators — Me posing with Ottawa Senator Zack Smith, Strellson brand ambassador

Zack Smith and David were challenged to a “Fashion-off” initiated by fellow Ottawa blogger Marilou Moles of 20 York Street. She did a fantastic job of getting each guy to pull their top 5 favourite picks! I was asked to be a judge and ended up siding with Zack. As the fashion underdog, he pulled some great looks that I could see my husband wearing. Also he is cute. In the end David won!

strellson-cf-rideau-centre-ottawa-mens-fashion-blog-zack-smith — Totally loved the sports jacket Zack is wearing with an optional puffy coat front-panel.

Strellson CF Rideau Centre Ottawa Men's Fashion Blog Zack Smith 2 — The thin and warm puffy coats and bomber jackets are all the rage! GO GET ONE NOW!!! (PS- That’s Marilou!)

The staff were super friendly and helpful. I’ll be headed there again soon to play stylist with my husband! You should go too 🙂

Back to basics: the natural way of life

Health Journal

September 2, 2016

I was in my yoga class and the teacher reminded us that our breath was the first thing we did when we were born, which is why we sometimes take it for granted and don’t conscientiously think about it.

As I was “thinking about nothing” in my pose (ha ha ha… or trying to anyway), I figured that going back to basics what part of a formula that we naturally gravitate to, in times when we are confused, exhausted or overwhelmed. We’ve been bread to achieve growth as our main goal in life, which inevitably leads to chaos. But you can’t fool Mother Nature’s cycle of life who will have us seeking simplicity and minimalism in due time.

When we have too much clothes, we purge and build a capsule wardrobe that does the trick. When our business grows too fast, we stop and evaluate why we started it in the first place. We pay people to sleep in tents outside and get pleasure from cooking our food on the fire.

As much as it sounds counterintuitive, going back to basics is a sign of growth and a rite of passage. You can’t go back, if you haven’t moved forward. If you’re feeling like you need a time out, in life, in your relationship, in your health or your business, consider the notion of “going back to basics” and see where it takes you.

I promise it won’t disappoint.

On that note, I will soon publish the results of my readership survey! I was feeling lost and detached from my readers and wanted to connect. My survey was a way for me to get back to basics, and remember why I started this blog in the first place!

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!

What to wear to the affair: Paradise City Boobyball Ottawa 2016

Events Ottawa

August 24, 2016

Come celebrate the 15th annual Boobyball fundraiser, hosted by Rethink Breast Cancer. This year’s theme is Paradise City! Think lemurs, tigers and flamingos… oh my!

Rethink breast cancer is the first ever Canadian charity to bring bold, relevant awareness to the 40s and under crowd; foster a new generation of young and influential breast cancer supporters; infuse sass and style into the cause; and, most importantly, respond to the unique needs of young women going through it.

Last year, I attended the first Boobyball event in Ottawa, and had a blast! This year, I was asked to support this amazing cause, and of course, I had a hard time saying no! How could I? So much effort goes into the theme, the fashion and the experience. If you’re already convinced, the you can simply…

BUY TICKETS HERE!

Event details

Here are the deets- the event this year will be held at Lago on October 28th.

DATE:	October 28, 2016
TIME:	8:00PM – 1:00AM
LOCATION:	Lago Bar & Grill Dows Lake Pavilion 1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway

What to wear to the affair?

I know this is what makes or breaks the ticket purchase. “I have nothing to wear, so I am not going!” she says. Wrong! Let me help you with that.

I found some pretty awesome inspirational pieces from l’Intervalle, HM and Zara. All which can now be found at CF Rideau Centre! One stop shop my friends, one stop shop.

I never like to reveal what I will be wearing, but as you know, I like to inspire. Maybe you already have a few key pieces you can put together at home? There is no need to spend big money, leave that money to the cause.

The pieces I chose are bright, colourful, floral, busy and loaded with pattern and some animal print of course. Have fun with your designer costume and remember to bring your A-Game!

Shoes- L’intervalle pink_3 henjiropink1 vulcano_2 Zara
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