The Cutout

One of the big fashion trends for Spring 2013, is the Cutout.
Some of these looks that were shown on the runways may not be suitable for everyday life, but would look killer for a night out. Here are some of my favorites:

Love this dress from Saint Laurent

Cheeky cutouts at Carven

Another look at the Carven show

Beautiful in white at Emilio Pucci

Fresh for Spring at Richard Chai Love

What do you think of this trend for Spring 2013?

Will you be wearing the Cutout look this Spring/Summer?

xo,

S.

H&M "Girl with the Dragon tattoo" collection

I'm very excited to see the "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" collection, (at H&M), that launches today. I love the "Cyberpunk" feel to the overall look. 
I think that even if you wouldn't wear the entire outfit that are on the models, if you broke it down into individual garments, who would see that there are some great stand alone pieces.

This really makes me want to see the North American remake of the movie that's out Dec 21st.  Love Daniel Craig!

xo,

S.

Carven

One label that I've totally fallen in love with is the French label Carven.
Carven has been around since the 1940's, but it must have gone under some sort of revival recently, because I;m starting to see more and more of it;s fashions advertised.

This cropped leather jacket is so cute! Love the colour!!

I seriously can`t handle how much I LOVE this tartan dress!!!

I want these shoes please...

What do you think of Carven

xo,

S.

I love dark clothes even in the summer!

I love dark clothes even in the summer! by stellsandco featuring screen print tees

All Saints screen print tee
$60 - allsaints.com

All saint
$120 - allsaints.com

Banana Republic high heels
$140 - bananarepublic.gap.com

See by Chloe leather handbag
$217 - nordstrom.com

All Saints heart necklace
$80 - allsaints.com

Avalaya crystal brooch
9.50 GBP - avalaya.com

H M glass shade
hm.com

Accessories

Women
Spring 2010
Holt Renfrew
$195 - holtrenfrew.com

GRIPP JEANS Alexis Skirt
$44 - amelieboutique.com

TOPSHOP IS COMING TO CANADA!!!!

I was beyond thrilled when I recently heard the news that UK retailer Topshop, (and Topman, for those stylish blokes out there) is coming to Canada....via: the Hudson Bay company. The first shop is slated to open in Toronto this fall. My prayers have been answered!!!

http://www.timescolonist.com/life/Hudson+bringing+Topshop+Canada/4415175/story.html

check out the above link....it's an article from the Vancouver Sun explaining it all!

xo,
S.

Stella Tennant for Reed Krakoff

Love the imagery of the latest Reed Krakoff advertisements, featuring English beauty, Stella Tennant.
First of all.....love her hair!(It's kinda chopped off in this pic, but trust me, it looks amazing). Yes, being a hairstylist.....this is the first thing that I look at. Love the dark hue and short cut.

Secondly, I love the bag and gold dress she's wearing. I had seen this ad before, but didn't realize that Reed Krakoff is the mastermind behind catapulting "Couch" into a billion dollar company. Now, he's branching out, (under his own name) and creating a ready to wear line of clothing, shoes and handbags. Looks like his minimalistic creations have been well received by the fashion crowd.

Finally, I LOVE the wallpaper in the background of this ad. I would totally do a powder room in this print! Really, I can't stop thinking about this wallpaper.....I want to get my hands on some!!!

What do you think about his ready to wear line?

xo,

S.

Emily Watson

Here's a recent pic of Emily Watson, modelling for the fair-trade clothing company,"Free People". 

It seems that Emily has been a fan of "Free People" for a while, because this isn't the first time she has modelled for them.

Like the "biker" feel and the fact that she seems to be keeping her short hair! 

xo,

S.

Loving the Neutrals....

I want to walk in the park, drink tea, carry an umbrella, read in a cafe....

Loving the Neutrals by stellsandco featuring mulberry bags

xo,
S.

Alexa Chung....Behind the Scenes (Elle uk)

Alexa Chung graces this month's cover of Elle UK.
She's extremely stylish, beautiful and has killer legs.....I'd like to hate her, but she's just really cool and seems pretty down to earth.
Check out the link below to a video on Elle TV, that shows the "behind the scenes" from the photo shoot.

xo,
S.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riAH8FjJOxg

Topshop Desires

I'm still hoping that Topshop will open a full "stand-alone" store in Toronto soon! The little section at Jonathan and Olivia's is better than nothing, but still I want more.....

I want these boots so badly!

I take this sweater too!

Shopping in the Uk #2

Another store that has won me over in the UK, is Dorthy Perkins. I bought the cutest pencil-cut skirt dress over there, last time I was in London. I noticed on their website that they are now shipping to Canada! How exciting!!!! So, here are a few more items that I really want. There was actually quite a bit, but I narrowed it down to these few pieces. Stuff that I'm really into right now.....like "Studs and Florals."  Enjoy!

xo,

S.

Shopping in the UK

My Mother and one of my sisters are travelling to the UK in about a week. Since I am not going with them, I am giving my sister money and printed out pics of the sort of stuff that I want her to pick me up. I LOVE the selection of clothing and accessories from some of my favourite stores there. Here's a few things from one of those stores, "New Look".

You like? I do, and I'm very envious of all the great finds she will be purchasing over there! I hope that she remembers me...hint, hint!

xo,

S.