HOLTS - FALL 11'

Where to begin?

Who are we kidding? I know exactly where to begin!

After spending a wonderful summer afternoon at the Holt Renfrew on Bloor Street, I realized why I enjoy being there!

I was thrilled to see SFP's favourite season’s collections have just arrived through those big Glass doors. In case you still haven't clued in on what I'm talking about, it's FALL 2011 silly!

As summer is nearing its end, Holts designers know just how to ease us fashion lovers into the Fall transition. It's almost time to pack up those Michael Kors Sandals and those sexy beach dresses. Get ready for Burberry scarves and Marc Jacobs umbrellas!

I’m not one to just talk the talk, I went straight to the source!

As I took a look at the new collections, I was able to see the fall colour palette.

Colours for fall included rustic, mustard and olives.

Are you ready for what this may bring to your closet?

Happy Fall Shopping!

SFPXO <3

MICALLA!!!!

Okay, so lets talk about bling. Not just any type of bling - not a clock hanging around your neck with gold teeth, we are talking bling on the next level. We're talking MICALLA, the jewelry line designed by Camilla JØrgensen (as you can see MICALLA is an anagram of Camilla). 


I'll let the show from today @ LG Fashion Week do the talking... 

One of the photographers got cheesed at me, and I figure YOU are in charge of the photos you get, no one else. If you miss it, it ain't my problem!

This piece looked particularly GAGA inspired... but all of the girls had GAGA style.

Their shadows looked so creepy! Like little dolls come to haunt you in the night.

Everyone seemed to really enjoy the show, I know there were a few glittery pieces I knew I wanted to own... 

Anyway I hope you enjoyed our photos from the show! It was great to be invited to such an exclusive event.

PLUS MAJOR SHOUT-OUTS TO GAIL MCINNES FOR GETTING US ON THE LIST <3

We urge you to check out Magnet Creative, who kept us on the pulse of LG Fashion Week!

Guilty Pleasures Event @ The Drake!

Hello fashion darlings! It's SFP here with the scoop on the latest TFI/Drake event, Guilty Pleasures, which took place on Saturday.

I immediately fell in love with some knits that were being featured in the window, regardless of their involvement in the show. 

Once inside the room was bustling with fashion lovers, mainly sitting and enjoying the sold-out brunch connected with the affair.

The bar was lined with pieces auctioned off to help benefit the Toronto Fashion Incubator. There were prizes from various Toronto companies, as well as some of the designers featured in the event!

There were lots of accessories featured, many vibrant colours and patterns! 

I was able to meet Natalie Good of Andy Hall. The clothing that she showcased was fun and modern while being able to fit into any wardrobe. Versatile and comfortable! What more could a girl need?

I really liked the fur scarves, but the designer was hiding when I stopped by! 

As the brunch moved along, models wearing pieces by all of the designers walked down the center stairs on the main floor and made their way through the whole event! 

I made my way to the bottom floor, and saw some more jewelry! I was able to talk to Patricia Lynne Pickney about her extensive jewelry collection from around the world. Pangea Collection included many  unique pieces, including wooden bracelets and metal bell charms, decorated with intricately cut patterns of leaves and abstract symbols.

I ventured over to the With Love booth, where I found the model from upstairs. Carrie Russel designs a sultry set of sleep wears and lingerie, with a pinup-inspired flare. From funky floral bustiers to sleek sleepwear, she has a budding collection that I'd love to get into bed with ;)

Unfortunately I had to leave early, but the event looked like a lot of fun and I was able to meet some really fun aspiring Toronto designers!

Nella Bella Bags Sample Sale

This past week, wandering through the slush of downtown Toronto, I decided to hit up the Nella Bella bag sample sale in my old stomping grounds of 401 Richmond. A building riddled with the best of Toronto's aspiring artistic minds, as well as the occasional fashionista and clothing line.
I walked up the stairs and down the hall to the red door of suite 222, to hear the room bubbling with conversation of it's eager inhabitants. I was greeted warmly by the staff, who mingled so closely with the customers it was hard to tell the two apart!

Here are some of the smaller purses and bags that were displayed on the table! So cute!

I was fond of the shoulder-bags, I'm a big bag person I can't help it!

Totally loved the lines on the neon green bags - I think they were my favourite!

Although there were some other contenders...

Much like those who preceded me in the room, as I walked in deeper, I was immediately accepted into the Nella Bella clan, they told me of an upcoming event they're helping sponsor on February 10, called Love A Heart. It's a bachelor/bachelorette auction. The proceeds of the event are going towards the Heart & Stroke Foundation, and the highest bidder/donator will receive a Nella Bella bag! (Event is at The Hideout *** (more information listed at the bottom of the entry) 

As I started to take pictures of the bags I overheard one of the girls saying she felt like she could never shop at Coach without feeling like she was cheating on Nella Bella. 

That kind of bag loyalty is rare amongst most bag-lovers I've met in the fashion world. The reason behind it is she must see no reason to stray from her favourite company, as they have all of her purse-needs. Their purses carry a variety of styles that could be described as sophisticated, flashy, and sometimes casual, depending on what you're looking for. 

<3

That's all for now SFP'sters! We encourage you to check out their website: 

http://www.nella-bella.com/

***If you'd like more information on Love a Heart or to schedule an interview with Shannon Hunter or Ally Lesniak please email rsvp@girlsofto.com or call 647.444.9649 for Shannon and 416.887.0421 for Ally.

The H&M for Windfall Event-

Hello lovely fauxpashanistas!

Some of you fashion lovers may know January 26 was the Hm For Windfall event.

The location was at HM's 3 floor Bloor street west Location, and Might I say it was a very fun filled night.

They event started at 6 p.m. for fashion and media as well as hm's personal clients. There was wine, orderves, and with the best dessert Creation ever mini Cheese cake Lolly Pops. Absolutely delicious.

  

We got a chance to browse around some great deals and new spring collections and colors.

It felt like it was actually spring and people were mingling, shopping, all together just having a great time.

Me and Style Faux Pas Business Manager Sarah have up graded our Closets for some great Fashion Must Haves.

Here are my 10 TOP Spring wardrobe Color must haves

CORAL

NAVY

PEACH

PINKS

NUDE

GREY

YELLOW

TAUPE

EMERALD GREEN

CREAM

Top 10 Wardrobe Must Haves

Cotton light weight dress

Tapered Capri pants

Animal Print Cardigan

Vintage Spring Trench

Open toe shoes

SUNGLASSES VINTAGE SHAPE

CHIFFON BLOUSE

Floral scarf

Leggings

High waisted Skirt

ALL AROUND TANK

TOP 5 US MUST HAVE BRANDS

Betsey Johnson

Michael Kors

Seen by Chloe

Blaze Ny

Blondes Make Better T shirts

Top 5 Canadian must brands

Carlie Wong

Die Constant

SOOS

Sarah Stevenson Designs

Bustle

In All words it was a great event 15% off of everything, with the 15% of the proceeds on every purchase going to Windfall.

Great Cause. Everyone Wins!

Till next time! <3

SFPXO