Monday, December 29, 2008
BOYFRIEND. JEANS.
Two excellent words, no wonder that the imalgamation of them culminates in the most coveted item EVER. Thank you Nobody Denim, you are the absolute best!!
We have more in stock now, including a new version that is less distressed. You might cry when you put them on... who knew being so comfortable could really be this cool?
We have more in stock now, including a new version that is less distressed. You might cry when you put them on... who knew being so comfortable could really be this cool?
Friday, December 19, 2008
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Looking For A Really Good Cause? NOBODY W AS Thirsty
We are very proud to be a part, however small, of a project called "Nobody Wa s Thirsty". It's a collaborative project that ultimately benefits a charity called (get this) CHARITY:WATER.
CHARITY:WATER is a nonprofit bringing clean and safe water to people in developing nations, partnering with local organizations to build and rehabilitate freshwater wells.
This particular (completely not-for-profit) fundraising project was started by Australian cult denim brand Nobody and Hollywood hotspot Cafe Wa s. Nobody has designed and manufactured the "Nobody Wa s Thirsty" t-shirt, which retails for $60US ($75CAD). They incorporated both of their names into the title, and have attracted a great deal of celebrity endorsement and press to help bring awareness to the project. From the sale of every shirt, $40US is going straight to CHARITY:WATER, which is enough to provide clean drinking for 2 people for 20 years. 100% of the donations will be going to fund water projects.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Holiday Hours
Wednesday, Dec 24th: 10-3
Thursday, Dec 25th: closed
Friday, Dec 26th: 10-5
Wednesday, Dec 31st: 10-3
Thursday, Jan 1st: closed
Friday, Jan 2nd: 10-6
All other days are as per normal!
Thursday, Dec 25th: closed
Friday, Dec 26th: 10-5
Wednesday, Dec 31st: 10-3
Thursday, Jan 1st: closed
Friday, Jan 2nd: 10-6
All other days are as per normal!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Perfect for this Weather...
My hands are blue! Its sooooooooooooooooooooo cold!!! Clearly, I am completely spoiled living here and have zero tolerance for a wee bit of ice! You can sympathize, no doubt.
I feel that one of my fellow freezing fashionista's would really die to be wearing my only pair of Alexander Wang long johns, if only she knew that we had them here for her! They are an XS, they are $428 and 30% off of that.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
3.1 Phillip Lim Resort
A gorgeous delivery full of easy-to-use pieces for vacation or for incorporating into your wardrobe now. Highlights include a gorgeous silk trench coat in a light shade of taupe, a number of amazing tops for casual or dressed up that will carry you all the way through spring, and a complete showstopper of a sequined dress: a multicoloured mini dress completely covered in little beads and sequins!
Our Thoughts on Gifts for Anyone on Any Occasion...
For the fashionista:
The Alexander Wang zippered clutch($697, now 30% off to $488).
A super edgey oversize clutch bag in either black or cobalt blue. Always fits,
and makes everything look a little hotter.
For the best friend:
The Alyssa Norton friendship bracelet ($230).
A very sophisticated interpretation of the classic, in either multicolour or
black, intertwined with sterling silver chains. Looks great layered with other
jewellery also.
For the sister:
The Lutz & Patmos Scarf and Hat set (hat $346, 30% off to $242, and hat$208, 30% off to $146, respectively).
A super-soft chunky merino wool set for some casual luxury you can feel good
about; dyed with azo free dye that doesn't release any carcinogens into the
environment during the dying process, the sheep are raised close to where they
manufacture their garments in order to not waste resources in shipping, and
have local artisans hand knit all their products.
For the mother:
The 100% cashmere scarf by INHABIT ($439) in bone or black.
A simple, luxurious gift that the owner could keep for years and years.
For the co-worker or acquaintance:
Crave Vancouver: The Urban Girls Manifesto. $19.95
A great little book for a girl who wants to know about and support
businesses started by fabulous women in our fabulous city.
The Alexander Wang zippered clutch($697, now 30% off to $488).
A super edgey oversize clutch bag in either black or cobalt blue. Always fits,
and makes everything look a little hotter.
For the best friend:
The Alyssa Norton friendship bracelet ($230).
A very sophisticated interpretation of the classic, in either multicolour or
black, intertwined with sterling silver chains. Looks great layered with other
jewellery also.
For the sister:
The Lutz & Patmos Scarf and Hat set (hat $346, 30% off to $242, and hat$208, 30% off to $146, respectively).
A super-soft chunky merino wool set for some casual luxury you can feel good
about; dyed with azo free dye that doesn't release any carcinogens into the
environment during the dying process, the sheep are raised close to where they
manufacture their garments in order to not waste resources in shipping, and
have local artisans hand knit all their products.
For the mother:
The 100% cashmere scarf by INHABIT ($439) in bone or black.
A simple, luxurious gift that the owner could keep for years and years.
For the co-worker or acquaintance:
Crave Vancouver: The Urban Girls Manifesto. $19.95
A great little book for a girl who wants to know about and support
businesses started by fabulous women in our fabulous city.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
TSUMORI CHISATO!!! Pre-Spring
It's our very first delivery of this line!! A pre-spring delivery of gorgeousness!!!
This Japanese designer, now based in Paris, does the most interesting, funky, fun things...
We had six pieces come yesterday... six tops actually. All of them are very wearable, everyday sort of wear, but really interesting, not-taking-yourself-seriously sort of everyday... what could be more perfect?!?!
A printed tee with the most unusual armhole, a long sleeve grey jersey with cutouts, a drapey sleeveless turquoise jersey, a wool knit circle cut cardigan in turquoise, a black cotton puffy short sleeve and a long sleeve white cotton/silk number with stripey trimming which is fabulous and impossible to describe.
Then today, four more pieces!!! Two gorgeous little dresses... both intricately printed with the most lighthearted little motifs(both in the window at the time of writing), one satin trimmed tank with the same fabulous little face print, and a very cool oversize trench.
Everything is so one-of-a-kind, you will definitely want to see it!!
This Japanese designer, now based in Paris, does the most interesting, funky, fun things...
We had six pieces come yesterday... six tops actually. All of them are very wearable, everyday sort of wear, but really interesting, not-taking-yourself-seriously sort of everyday... what could be more perfect?!?!
A printed tee with the most unusual armhole, a long sleeve grey jersey with cutouts, a drapey sleeveless turquoise jersey, a wool knit circle cut cardigan in turquoise, a black cotton puffy short sleeve and a long sleeve white cotton/silk number with stripey trimming which is fabulous and impossible to describe.
Then today, four more pieces!!! Two gorgeous little dresses... both intricately printed with the most lighthearted little motifs(both in the window at the time of writing), one satin trimmed tank with the same fabulous little face print, and a very cool oversize trench.
Everything is so one-of-a-kind, you will definitely want to see it!!
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
NOBODY jeans re-order!
We just received a re-order of the infamous and extremely fabulous boyfriend jeans, and the absolute, never fail, looks good on everyone black slim fit low rise jeans!!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
HANII Y RESORT!!!!
Now you have an excuse to go on vacation!!! Or perhaps you don't care that the delivery is called 'Resort', after all, what difference does it make what beautiful things are called?!
Oh My Goodness. What a gorgeous collection! Beautiful light tops, fun prints, dresses, amazing knitwear, little jackets!! IN COLOUR!!!
Oh My Goodness. What a gorgeous collection! Beautiful light tops, fun prints, dresses, amazing knitwear, little jackets!! IN COLOUR!!!
Friday, November 7, 2008
Thank you to our Wonderful Clients
We would like to extend an invitation to our clients to shop our Fall offerings at 25% off until November the 15th. It's our semi-annual way of saying thank you to those who love our clothes and share our obsession with fashion.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
3.1 Phillip Lim Holiday Delivery
PHENOMENAL. Dresses, the ruffle skirt, a ruffle coat in dark blue, and a cute, easy little jersey top in some kind of wonderful cross between red and coral.
The dresses (there are four): a sleeveless black mini dress with a sheer back and leather jewels along the neckline, a sleeveless bluey-grey high neck mini dress with ruffles down the front, a shift mini dress with a lace overlay decorated with little rhinestones, and a v-neck ribbed mini sweater dress with three quarter sleeves and a flounce skirt. Perfect for the party season coming quickly on the horizon!
The blue ruffle front coat is such a stunner!! It looks fabulous over all the little dresses but even just with jeans and boots. Its so distinctive and cute and fabulous!!!
The dresses (there are four): a sleeveless black mini dress with a sheer back and leather jewels along the neckline, a sleeveless bluey-grey high neck mini dress with ruffles down the front, a shift mini dress with a lace overlay decorated with little rhinestones, and a v-neck ribbed mini sweater dress with three quarter sleeves and a flounce skirt. Perfect for the party season coming quickly on the horizon!
The blue ruffle front coat is such a stunner!! It looks fabulous over all the little dresses but even just with jeans and boots. Its so distinctive and cute and fabulous!!!
Monday, November 3, 2008
INHABIT!!!
Cashmere.... is a girl's best friend... when it comes from INHABIT anyway!!
They call it the cashmere coat, I call it the best long cashmere tie-waisted cardigan ever made by anyone, anywhere. Luckily, we have it in two colours! Charcoal grey and a cross between beige, ivory and bone (its gorgeous).
Also in 100% cashmere, a perfect black turtleneck and its best friend, the perfect black v-neck cardigan! The perfect simple cashmere scarf (in black and in that beige/bone/ivory colour that is so wonderful).
In their wonderful 100% cotton knit we have a ribbed tank and a plain turtleneck in a gorgeous elephant grey.
Such beautiful basics you won't even hardly need accessories to go with them!
They call it the cashmere coat, I call it the best long cashmere tie-waisted cardigan ever made by anyone, anywhere. Luckily, we have it in two colours! Charcoal grey and a cross between beige, ivory and bone (its gorgeous).
Also in 100% cashmere, a perfect black turtleneck and its best friend, the perfect black v-neck cardigan! The perfect simple cashmere scarf (in black and in that beige/bone/ivory colour that is so wonderful).
In their wonderful 100% cotton knit we have a ribbed tank and a plain turtleneck in a gorgeous elephant grey.
Such beautiful basics you won't even hardly need accessories to go with them!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
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Thursday, October 9, 2008
VANESSA BRUNO!!!!!!!
It's a gorgeous delivery! Kristin, Julia and I named one dress the "Gothic Fairy Dress"... an amazing strapless, drapey, liquid, long grey chiffon number, and another the "Poison Ivy Dress"... a drop waist forest green jersey number covered in draped ruffles... mouthwatering.
There is the most amazing charcoal grey jacket with sharp edged layers that is really closer to a cape (oh, the drama!!), a really cute, every day kind of dress: grey, long sleeve mini dress with a fitted hip. There's an adorable light grey wool little a-line skirt with a black tuxedo stripe down the side... an ivory short sleeve crew neck silk top with unfinished chiffon strips radiating out from the neckline... and the sweater you wish you were wearing today: a very well executed navy blue double breasted cable knit cardigan.
And finally, a runway showstopper: the pink sleeveless top with the long fringe scarf attached to it... GORGEOUS!
There is the most amazing charcoal grey jacket with sharp edged layers that is really closer to a cape (oh, the drama!!), a really cute, every day kind of dress: grey, long sleeve mini dress with a fitted hip. There's an adorable light grey wool little a-line skirt with a black tuxedo stripe down the side... an ivory short sleeve crew neck silk top with unfinished chiffon strips radiating out from the neckline... and the sweater you wish you were wearing today: a very well executed navy blue double breasted cable knit cardigan.
And finally, a runway showstopper: the pink sleeveless top with the long fringe scarf attached to it... GORGEOUS!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
INHABIT!!!!
I am INHABIT-ing a land where every single garment is calling my name. I want to INHABIT these sweaters and never take them off, not even to wash them (gross. even for a joke)... I'm just imagining what the girls were thinking when the named the end all, be all knitwear company that makes our clients salivate like we were baking chocolate cake in here all day instead of selling clothes.
The contents of this box of heaven:
1. A cozy, yummy(yes, its edible), sexy long bodied, fitted 100% cashmere turtleneck.
2. A soft, lightweight 100% cotton white ribbed tank.
3. A cozy, sexy 100% cashmere v-neck cardigan with big buttons and ribbing trimming the neckline and down the front. The colour is near impossible to describe... its a (GORGEOUS) cross between forest green and turquoise. Perhaps a little bit like the colour of the ocean in this part of the world when you open your eyes underwater.
4. A very fine, soft, lightweight 100% cotton crew neck long sleeve knit in a lovely shade of taupe.
5. A vest/ sleeveless cardigan sweater in 52% cashmere, 48% cotton. Buttons down the front, diagonal herringbone-ish stripes in black and grey, a drawstring bottom, and a big cowl-neck-ish collar.
6. A looser weave cardigan in 52% wool, 24% linen and 24% cotton in beige. Its called a pointelle knit... Its a looser cut in the body, a little tie that holds it together in the front and also a tie on the size so you can wear it as a wrap... HOT (but that kind that doesn't look like you're trying)!
The contents of this box of heaven:
1. A cozy, yummy(yes, its edible), sexy long bodied, fitted 100% cashmere turtleneck.
2. A soft, lightweight 100% cotton white ribbed tank.
3. A cozy, sexy 100% cashmere v-neck cardigan with big buttons and ribbing trimming the neckline and down the front. The colour is near impossible to describe... its a (GORGEOUS) cross between forest green and turquoise. Perhaps a little bit like the colour of the ocean in this part of the world when you open your eyes underwater.
4. A very fine, soft, lightweight 100% cotton crew neck long sleeve knit in a lovely shade of taupe.
5. A vest/ sleeveless cardigan sweater in 52% cashmere, 48% cotton. Buttons down the front, diagonal herringbone-ish stripes in black and grey, a drawstring bottom, and a big cowl-neck-ish collar.
6. A looser weave cardigan in 52% wool, 24% linen and 24% cotton in beige. Its called a pointelle knit... Its a looser cut in the body, a little tie that holds it together in the front and also a tie on the size so you can wear it as a wrap... HOT (but that kind that doesn't look like you're trying)!
ISABEL MARANT!!!
It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood, its a beautiful day in the neighbourhood... you'd wish you were our neighbour just so you could see this Isabel Marant delivery, like, right now!!
Let's leave Mr. Rogers out of this though.
Kristin already took the best stuff in the smallest size. Her faves: the boucle mini skirt in tones of grey (it has a matching collarless short matching jacket: both of which I think are AMAZING); the short lightweight merino wool cardigan in grey (and the charcoal, longer, baggier cousin of it is also quite fantastic); the cream coloured ribbed supersoft wool sweater (in my mind its like a sexier luxe version of a cabin sweater).
My faves are the tonal grey boucle suit, the black wool mini dress with a 3/4 sleeve and really cool gathering detail into the waist seam, and of course, the grey cardigans.
The infamous "our friend" loves the pinstripe menswear inspired vest which is so incredibly well cut (which she layers with the light grey wool kangaroo pocket shirt-soooooo cool), the silk burlap oversize plaid shirt in red and beige (which no description will do justice to), and of course, the grey cardigans.
I've skimmed over lots of other total hits from this delivery: the red corduroy jacket, the olive corduroy mini skirt, a great embriodered scarf, a really fantastic black above the knee skirt, a mini check shirt with really cool button closure detail... and more.
The faithful WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED. It's an absolutely excellent delivery!!!
Let's leave Mr. Rogers out of this though.
Kristin already took the best stuff in the smallest size. Her faves: the boucle mini skirt in tones of grey (it has a matching collarless short matching jacket: both of which I think are AMAZING); the short lightweight merino wool cardigan in grey (and the charcoal, longer, baggier cousin of it is also quite fantastic); the cream coloured ribbed supersoft wool sweater (in my mind its like a sexier luxe version of a cabin sweater).
My faves are the tonal grey boucle suit, the black wool mini dress with a 3/4 sleeve and really cool gathering detail into the waist seam, and of course, the grey cardigans.
The infamous "our friend" loves the pinstripe menswear inspired vest which is so incredibly well cut (which she layers with the light grey wool kangaroo pocket shirt-soooooo cool), the silk burlap oversize plaid shirt in red and beige (which no description will do justice to), and of course, the grey cardigans.
I've skimmed over lots of other total hits from this delivery: the red corduroy jacket, the olive corduroy mini skirt, a great embriodered scarf, a really fantastic black above the knee skirt, a mini check shirt with really cool button closure detail... and more.
The faithful WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED. It's an absolutely excellent delivery!!!
Monday, October 6, 2008
HACHE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I WANT THE WHOLE WORLD TO KNOW!!! I WANT TO SCREAM IT FROM THE TOP OF EVERY MOUNTAIN!!! I LOVE (love love love love love love love) HACHE!!!!! I LOVE IT! I LOVE EVERY SEAM, FABRIC, COLOUR, CUT, HEM! I LOVE EVERY DRESS, JACKET, SKIRT, BELT, TOP!!!
And we got a delivery today. Which is good because it is rainy and I really needed a bit of saving (and a visit from my main man the UPS guy).
THE HOTTEST HIGH WAISTED GREEN BELT!!!
THIS FABULOUS (very subtle) CAMOUFLAGE BOMBER WITH A HOOD!!
TWO AMAZING DRESSES!! A sleeveless long simple black wool jersey that no description will do justice to! An amazing short sleeve turtleneck knee length day dress in brown!!
A REALLY ELEGANT TAILORED LONG CHARCOAL GREY CLASSIC OVERCOAT!!
(there's more, but I really need to get back to trying it all on! Come see!)
And we got a delivery today. Which is good because it is rainy and I really needed a bit of saving (and a visit from my main man the UPS guy).
THE HOTTEST HIGH WAISTED GREEN BELT!!!
THIS FABULOUS (very subtle) CAMOUFLAGE BOMBER WITH A HOOD!!
TWO AMAZING DRESSES!! A sleeveless long simple black wool jersey that no description will do justice to! An amazing short sleeve turtleneck knee length day dress in brown!!
A REALLY ELEGANT TAILORED LONG CHARCOAL GREY CLASSIC OVERCOAT!!
(there's more, but I really need to get back to trying it all on! Come see!)
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
LUTZ & PATMOS
Mouthwatering sweaters... you'll be BEGGING us to take your money!
Some chunkier: two really sexy (one taupe, one beige) shorter styles in merino wool, one black longer merino wool number with a big safety pin closure which is so soft cozy and amazing. A really great toque and scarf with fringe in the same chunky merino wool, both are offered in black and olive green.
Some lighter: a delicious soft knit: ribbed 70% cotton 30% silk. It's so fine, so gorgeous! We have a turtleneck and a v-neck tank (with 1 cm wide shoulder straps).
Kristin Dunst did one sweater for them this season as a guest designer, and it is quite amazing (she calls it the Omi & Opi sweater because its coziness reminds her of her grandparents in Germany)! Its a black, crew neck, long sleeve, super long body, 70% alpaca 30% merino wool, medium weight chunky knit sweater (my favorite kind of peice: that sexy without looking like you are trying to be sexy look).
Finally, there are two charcoal grey alpaca/merino blend cardigans: one waist length cape style, one hip length boyfriend cardigan style.
One of Lutz & Patmos' claim to fame is thier eco-friendly approach to manufacturing (which really makes a girl feel like she's doing something good for the world when she's really just shopping). This excerpt is from thier line sheet:
"ECO CONCEPT: 100% environmentally friendly alpaca and wool from peru/ peru is well known for its natural breeding of alpaca and sheep/ animals are cared for in natural grassland free from polluting agents/ animals feed on native grasses/ sheep are not treated with antibiotics or hormones/ no chemical contaminants used in fibre production process/ modern combing industry leaves no toxic solvent residue/ azo free dye process leaves fibres free of potential carginogens/ yarn is knit where spun to save on fuel charges for shipping and supports the local economy/ corozo buttons are produced in nearby ecuador/ garments are handknit or handloomed by a group of local artisans"
I don't know about you, but that impresses me A LOT.
Some chunkier: two really sexy (one taupe, one beige) shorter styles in merino wool, one black longer merino wool number with a big safety pin closure which is so soft cozy and amazing. A really great toque and scarf with fringe in the same chunky merino wool, both are offered in black and olive green.
Some lighter: a delicious soft knit: ribbed 70% cotton 30% silk. It's so fine, so gorgeous! We have a turtleneck and a v-neck tank (with 1 cm wide shoulder straps).
Kristin Dunst did one sweater for them this season as a guest designer, and it is quite amazing (she calls it the Omi & Opi sweater because its coziness reminds her of her grandparents in Germany)! Its a black, crew neck, long sleeve, super long body, 70% alpaca 30% merino wool, medium weight chunky knit sweater (my favorite kind of peice: that sexy without looking like you are trying to be sexy look).
Finally, there are two charcoal grey alpaca/merino blend cardigans: one waist length cape style, one hip length boyfriend cardigan style.
One of Lutz & Patmos' claim to fame is thier eco-friendly approach to manufacturing (which really makes a girl feel like she's doing something good for the world when she's really just shopping). This excerpt is from thier line sheet:
"ECO CONCEPT: 100% environmentally friendly alpaca and wool from peru/ peru is well known for its natural breeding of alpaca and sheep/ animals are cared for in natural grassland free from polluting agents/ animals feed on native grasses/ sheep are not treated with antibiotics or hormones/ no chemical contaminants used in fibre production process/ modern combing industry leaves no toxic solvent residue/ azo free dye process leaves fibres free of potential carginogens/ yarn is knit where spun to save on fuel charges for shipping and supports the local economy/ corozo buttons are produced in nearby ecuador/ garments are handknit or handloomed by a group of local artisans"
I don't know about you, but that impresses me A LOT.
Lara goes to Paris!
We will miss our fearless leader! Be Brave! Be Fabulous! Buy the best for Spring 2009!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
ELSA & EDITH
...otherwise known as le plus chic scarves EVER!!
Basically, if you like a bit of drama in your outfit (as opposed to in your life perhaps?) then you really must see these. One part 'bad girl', one part 'paris' and one part 'Audrey Hepburn'... you can see why I think everyone who is terrifically stylish would want in on the ground floor of this one!!
Taffeta, silk and tulle scarves that tie around the neck creating a dramatic frame for the face. I love it with a dress with a simple neckline (strapless, shift or v-neck) and Anna and Lara both love it casually, Lara with wide leg pants and flats and Anna with skinny jeans. All look quite wonderful!
Basically, if you like a bit of drama in your outfit (as opposed to in your life perhaps?) then you really must see these. One part 'bad girl', one part 'paris' and one part 'Audrey Hepburn'... you can see why I think everyone who is terrifically stylish would want in on the ground floor of this one!!
Taffeta, silk and tulle scarves that tie around the neck creating a dramatic frame for the face. I love it with a dress with a simple neckline (strapless, shift or v-neck) and Anna and Lara both love it casually, Lara with wide leg pants and flats and Anna with skinny jeans. All look quite wonderful!
Monday, September 29, 2008
Des Petits Hauts
A gorgeous delivery of really lightweight knits... a variety of styles (short sleeve, long sleeve, turtleneck) and a variety of fabrics (cotton blend, wool blend, cashmere blend) and colours (mini stripe, small stripe and solid).
Always fabulous simple basic pieces from this line, this delivery doesn't disappoint.
Always fabulous simple basic pieces from this line, this delivery doesn't disappoint.
Monday, September 22, 2008
NOBODY is here
And by that I mean that everybody should be here taking a look at the most exciting delivery of denim EVER.
Yes, there are the classics: the Mod fit (a straight leg cut that looks really really good on the bum- just ask the girls who got thier hands on the white version from the spring) in black and dark indigo.
And the kinda different: the high waisted distressed grey skinny leg. I have been talking about this jean for months, pretty much ever since we placed the order. They give just the right dose of bad girl to pretty much any look and I want everyone whose closet I care about to have a pair. They would be amazing with frilly girly stuff to make it less literal, they would add some interest to cool boyfriend cardigans and sweater dresses and ankle boots. Ok, they're just fabulous all by themselves.
The other ones that are really different and fabulous are the distressed boyfriend jeans. Wrinkled, ripped, faded, really cool. Almost sold out. Yes, it's true.
Yes, there are the classics: the Mod fit (a straight leg cut that looks really really good on the bum- just ask the girls who got thier hands on the white version from the spring) in black and dark indigo.
And the kinda different: the high waisted distressed grey skinny leg. I have been talking about this jean for months, pretty much ever since we placed the order. They give just the right dose of bad girl to pretty much any look and I want everyone whose closet I care about to have a pair. They would be amazing with frilly girly stuff to make it less literal, they would add some interest to cool boyfriend cardigans and sweater dresses and ankle boots. Ok, they're just fabulous all by themselves.
The other ones that are really different and fabulous are the distressed boyfriend jeans. Wrinkled, ripped, faded, really cool. Almost sold out. Yes, it's true.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
VANESSA BRUNO
If you're at that point where you are thinking you've already blown your fall wardrobe budget and you should really stop shopping, you should really not draw that line BEFORE you see this Vanessa Bruno delivery (I mean you've already blown it, what difference does it make where you stop?)!
Ha ha, kidding... (a little)
Anyway, the first half of this delivery arrived on Monday evening. That delivery included some celebrities in their own right: a sleeveless satin top in the most mouthwatering shade of peach with a quasi-cap-sleeve created from folded layers of the fabric and a cowl BACK (oooooooh, fabulous, right?). Its SUCH a gorgeous colour, particularly if you have a bit of that summer tan hanging around. I think the high waisted wide leg grey wool pants are extremely elegant (Lara agrees I think, but she looked so good in them she's not allowed to disagree). Kristin is dying for the grey wool jacket (same fabric as the pants). It has this very elongating fold/ruffle (hard to describe) down the front, the jacket mid-thigh length. Actually, Lara looked pretty unbelievable in the jacket too. So did Julia. IT'S THAT GOOD.
I'm going to ramble because I just feel like it...
There were two skirts... One cute black one, the kind you could wear to work (if you worked somewhere cool and/or have fabulous legs) and a little chiffon mini (it's in the window right now with the next top I'm about to describe with the Gary Graham beaded belt. I am really in love with this mannequin, can you tell?). Ahem. The top: rust orange, long sleeve, sheer cotton body, wool jersey shoulder. Mm, mm. So nice!
A few other unmentioned pieces: the long sleeve black two layered dress with drop waist, and the taupe coloured satin/ chiffon combo top. And this is all only the first half of this delivery!
The second half came in just a few hours ago... my heart is in my throat right now I'm so excited!! Like, giddy excited... being a shopaholic is some rush. Well, you know.
There are three different knits in this AMAZING weight of wool cashmere blend (and soooooooooo soft) that all feature this folding detail that is completely beyond my ability to describe it. Two pullovers (one dark forest green and one baby pink) and a cardigan in black that nobody is allowed to buy in my size. In a light, gauzy cotton fabric there is a short sleeve little top in cream and a racerback dress in the baby pink (a very nice shade of this colour I might add). There are two cable knit short sleeve tunic length sweaters, two great black mini cord jackets, one blazer style and one kinda baggy with a hood. An orange wool/acrylic/alpaca turtleneck! A olive green linen blend tee with satin bands draping from the sleeve around the neck... I adore linen knits, they are so luxurious.
And, my god, do people die for Vanessa's bags... we received only one style, and it is soooooooooo gorgeous. Olive green, super soft leather, two handles and a messenger strap, zipper closure, and neither too big nor too small. Aka pretty much the best bag on the planet. Yes, you're going to want it. I want it, Julia wants it. We're the only two people that have seen it. That's just how it is.
Ha ha, kidding... (a little)
Anyway, the first half of this delivery arrived on Monday evening. That delivery included some celebrities in their own right: a sleeveless satin top in the most mouthwatering shade of peach with a quasi-cap-sleeve created from folded layers of the fabric and a cowl BACK (oooooooh, fabulous, right?). Its SUCH a gorgeous colour, particularly if you have a bit of that summer tan hanging around. I think the high waisted wide leg grey wool pants are extremely elegant (Lara agrees I think, but she looked so good in them she's not allowed to disagree). Kristin is dying for the grey wool jacket (same fabric as the pants). It has this very elongating fold/ruffle (hard to describe) down the front, the jacket mid-thigh length. Actually, Lara looked pretty unbelievable in the jacket too. So did Julia. IT'S THAT GOOD.
I'm going to ramble because I just feel like it...
There were two skirts... One cute black one, the kind you could wear to work (if you worked somewhere cool and/or have fabulous legs) and a little chiffon mini (it's in the window right now with the next top I'm about to describe with the Gary Graham beaded belt. I am really in love with this mannequin, can you tell?). Ahem. The top: rust orange, long sleeve, sheer cotton body, wool jersey shoulder. Mm, mm. So nice!
A few other unmentioned pieces: the long sleeve black two layered dress with drop waist, and the taupe coloured satin/ chiffon combo top. And this is all only the first half of this delivery!
The second half came in just a few hours ago... my heart is in my throat right now I'm so excited!! Like, giddy excited... being a shopaholic is some rush. Well, you know.
There are three different knits in this AMAZING weight of wool cashmere blend (and soooooooooo soft) that all feature this folding detail that is completely beyond my ability to describe it. Two pullovers (one dark forest green and one baby pink) and a cardigan in black that nobody is allowed to buy in my size. In a light, gauzy cotton fabric there is a short sleeve little top in cream and a racerback dress in the baby pink (a very nice shade of this colour I might add). There are two cable knit short sleeve tunic length sweaters, two great black mini cord jackets, one blazer style and one kinda baggy with a hood. An orange wool/acrylic/alpaca turtleneck! A olive green linen blend tee with satin bands draping from the sleeve around the neck... I adore linen knits, they are so luxurious.
And, my god, do people die for Vanessa's bags... we received only one style, and it is soooooooooo gorgeous. Olive green, super soft leather, two handles and a messenger strap, zipper closure, and neither too big nor too small. Aka pretty much the best bag on the planet. Yes, you're going to want it. I want it, Julia wants it. We're the only two people that have seen it. That's just how it is.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Pringle 1815
It's like a finding a really amazing man that's ACTUALLY single, or discovering some adorable town that is totally off the beaten track... except even better. I KNOW! I KNOW!! WE GOT IN A NEW LINE!!!
The verdict: FABULOUS!!! We even changed the windows in honour of how much we love it.
As a general note, there were lots of really great knits, especially chunkier ones. There's really too much to describe (aka. lots for you to discover) but here's a few highlights anyway.
Alice's top three: a waist length scrunched nylon black jacket with nubbly knit trim(coming out the jackets elbow length sleeve and the huge oversize collar), two tone sleeveless (beige on the top half, stiff fuchsia pink cotton/nylon for the skirt), and finally the black merino wool knit bubble skirt (hits just above the knee).
Julia's top three: the knee length funnel neck black coat with a kind of tulip shape (ok, maybe not the best description, but its awesome!), the cream coloured chunky cable knit alpaca cardigan with an exposed industrial zip up the front, and the taupe coloured turtleneck... which is actually the most amazing turtleneck on the planet. It has fitted sleeves but is a square shaped body when you lie it flat. On the body it is long, super drapey, avant-garde and sexy. That's a lot for one sweater, but we're not making it up.
The verdict: FABULOUS!!! We even changed the windows in honour of how much we love it.
As a general note, there were lots of really great knits, especially chunkier ones. There's really too much to describe (aka. lots for you to discover) but here's a few highlights anyway.
Alice's top three: a waist length scrunched nylon black jacket with nubbly knit trim(coming out the jackets elbow length sleeve and the huge oversize collar), two tone sleeveless (beige on the top half, stiff fuchsia pink cotton/nylon for the skirt), and finally the black merino wool knit bubble skirt (hits just above the knee).
Julia's top three: the knee length funnel neck black coat with a kind of tulip shape (ok, maybe not the best description, but its awesome!), the cream coloured chunky cable knit alpaca cardigan with an exposed industrial zip up the front, and the taupe coloured turtleneck... which is actually the most amazing turtleneck on the planet. It has fitted sleeves but is a square shaped body when you lie it flat. On the body it is long, super drapey, avant-garde and sexy. That's a lot for one sweater, but we're not making it up.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
GARY GRAHAM
The Gary. The Grammer. Whatever you call it, if you're a fan, you should really see this delivery since it is FULL of soon to be sold-out faves.
We have a great offering of dresses in neutral tones... a sleeveless silk chocolate brown number that features some subtle pleats to add movement in the skirt and a very flattering tie at the front. The forest green cowl neck sleeveless cotton/wool jersey dress is REALLY REALLY HOT in that sexy elegant earthy sophisticated way that I think is so very very dangerous and powerful and feminine and fantastic.
There is a very simple wool jersey long sleeve knee length dress that is perfect for showing off some of that toned summer physique, and also for using as a canvas for some of the statement belts of his that came in this delivery! There is a gorgeously decorative beaded belt, a skinny distressed dark brown leather belt, and a wide high waisted half leather half quilted fabric one that has the most amazing big blackened metal buckle ever.
I completely DIE for the cardigans, I think everyone should have one, except there is not nearly enough to go around. There are two styles in the same fabric combo (which is brown wool knit and charcoal wool twill). One is long (well past the hip) and is done in panels of the two fabrics and seamed together patchwork style. The other is shorter (waist length) and can be worn upside down or right side up and is slightly more patchwork-y since the two fabrics are not symmetric on either side of the piece...
I will leave you with this final juicy tidbit: we have a complete stunner of a brooch too. You'll just have to come in to see it!
We have a great offering of dresses in neutral tones... a sleeveless silk chocolate brown number that features some subtle pleats to add movement in the skirt and a very flattering tie at the front. The forest green cowl neck sleeveless cotton/wool jersey dress is REALLY REALLY HOT in that sexy elegant earthy sophisticated way that I think is so very very dangerous and powerful and feminine and fantastic.
There is a very simple wool jersey long sleeve knee length dress that is perfect for showing off some of that toned summer physique, and also for using as a canvas for some of the statement belts of his that came in this delivery! There is a gorgeously decorative beaded belt, a skinny distressed dark brown leather belt, and a wide high waisted half leather half quilted fabric one that has the most amazing big blackened metal buckle ever.
I completely DIE for the cardigans, I think everyone should have one, except there is not nearly enough to go around. There are two styles in the same fabric combo (which is brown wool knit and charcoal wool twill). One is long (well past the hip) and is done in panels of the two fabrics and seamed together patchwork style. The other is shorter (waist length) and can be worn upside down or right side up and is slightly more patchwork-y since the two fabrics are not symmetric on either side of the piece...
I will leave you with this final juicy tidbit: we have a complete stunner of a brooch too. You'll just have to come in to see it!
YOSHI KONDO
I'm renaming this designer to Yoshi CAN DO because this delivery is so excellent... anyone that can balance casual and tuxedo is clearly a genius.
Every peice we got in is gorgeous, but I really especially love these casual cotton shirts (three different variations in different materials) that feature a tuxedo kind of detail in the front. They are so CUTE!!
There are some (also super cute) sweaters with a nautical inspiration. One striped pullover number has a fantastic twisted seam detail and an uneven hem. A long bodied v-neck navy cardigan has white trimming on the front, the sleeve, the hem etc. How can you not love it?!?
Finally, a really pretty knee length light grey wool felt a-line skirt with just a bit of camel coloured leather detailing. An absolutely perfect basic for fall daytime.
Every peice we got in is gorgeous, but I really especially love these casual cotton shirts (three different variations in different materials) that feature a tuxedo kind of detail in the front. They are so CUTE!!
There are some (also super cute) sweaters with a nautical inspiration. One striped pullover number has a fantastic twisted seam detail and an uneven hem. A long bodied v-neck navy cardigan has white trimming on the front, the sleeve, the hem etc. How can you not love it?!?
Finally, a really pretty knee length light grey wool felt a-line skirt with just a bit of camel coloured leather detailing. An absolutely perfect basic for fall daytime.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
3.1 Phillip Lim
We just had a small but GORGEOUS delivery of 3.1 Phillip Lim.
Four peices:
The sleeveless dove grey Trompe L'Oeil "inside out" dress. A lightweight cotton shift with a beautifully folded satin overlayer that just covers the bust. I just put it in the window because I think everyone needs to see it!
A really great little wool jersey double breasted boyfriend blazer style jacket in black.
A completely necessary peice: exposed front zipper heavy cardigan with short sleeves. SO NICE.
Lastly, a silk mini polka dot long sleeve blouse (nude with black dots) with a smocking neckline. Cute over skinny jeans or tucked into anything high waisted!
Four peices:
The sleeveless dove grey Trompe L'Oeil "inside out" dress. A lightweight cotton shift with a beautifully folded satin overlayer that just covers the bust. I just put it in the window because I think everyone needs to see it!
A really great little wool jersey double breasted boyfriend blazer style jacket in black.
A completely necessary peice: exposed front zipper heavy cardigan with short sleeves. SO NICE.
Lastly, a silk mini polka dot long sleeve blouse (nude with black dots) with a smocking neckline. Cute over skinny jeans or tucked into anything high waisted!
Change of Venue for Warehouse Sale!
Please note that the warehouse sale will now be held at 201 - 343 Railway Street in Vancouver.
Monday, September 8, 2008
HUMANOID!!
aaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Cozy. Admit it, it's all anyone really wants right now.
That's why I think you should be down here looking at the Humanoid that just came in! OMG. All these great big fabulous interesting (cozy!) oversize alpaca/ wool blend cardigans in charcoal, steel blue and a kind of two tone beigey-taupey colour. SO NECESSARY. I keep seeing them with just tights and boots and a tee for that sexy fall look I like so very much....
Three scarves: one super long aubergine boiled wool number which is Alice's FAVE, a really cool charcoal grey number where the two ends are joined forming a big loop that can wrap around the neck a variety of different ways that Anna loves, and a chunky ribbed heathered blue number for those who love a fringe!
Friday, September 5, 2008
INHABIT
The anticipation is over! The delivery everyone has been waiting for has arrived!! EVERYTHING IS AMAZING.
Two loose weave 85% cashmere 15% silk cream sweaters, one is a long cardigan with a big piece that ties around the neck like a scarf, the other is a long sleeve crew neck pullover. Both are perfect for doing anything cozy!!
The world's most amazing black cardigan (80% cotton 20% linen) with the most beautiful seam detailing in the back and an asymmetrical no closure front. TO DIE FOR.
A gorgeous long sleeve (80% cotton and 20% linen) lightweight beige henley. It that kind of sexy that doesn't necessarily look like you're trying to be sexy.
A dark taupe brown (85% cotton 15% cashmere) double layered turtleneck. Except the over layer is sleeveless and the under layer is ribbed. And its not really a tight turtleneck, its almost more of a cowl, or perhaps a cross between the two...
And two really beautiful green vests, one is 100% cashmere, a heavy almost hunting-style. The other is a very liquid, oversize fine 100% cashmere, sleeveless and with a kind of cowl neck (its impossible to describe).
GET IN HERE!
Two loose weave 85% cashmere 15% silk cream sweaters, one is a long cardigan with a big piece that ties around the neck like a scarf, the other is a long sleeve crew neck pullover. Both are perfect for doing anything cozy!!
The world's most amazing black cardigan (80% cotton 20% linen) with the most beautiful seam detailing in the back and an asymmetrical no closure front. TO DIE FOR.
A gorgeous long sleeve (80% cotton and 20% linen) lightweight beige henley. It that kind of sexy that doesn't necessarily look like you're trying to be sexy.
A dark taupe brown (85% cotton 15% cashmere) double layered turtleneck. Except the over layer is sleeveless and the under layer is ribbed. And its not really a tight turtleneck, its almost more of a cowl, or perhaps a cross between the two...
And two really beautiful green vests, one is 100% cashmere, a heavy almost hunting-style. The other is a very liquid, oversize fine 100% cashmere, sleeveless and with a kind of cowl neck (its impossible to describe).
GET IN HERE!
ISABEL MARANT
A very fabulous outerwear-heavy delivery arrived a few hours ago! Anna & Alice's fave: a gorgeous double breasted collarless angora herringbone black charcoal just above the knee coat (its also has a waist length sibling which is equally fabulous).
Other highlights include a fantastic pair of stacked heel black suede boots with a subtle western feel, a very cute short sleeve black cotton trapeze cut dress with embroidery detail , a very pretty and very easy charcoal grey wool jersey tunic with a gathered waist line and a batwing sleeve. We also got some of her tights: two colours in the wool blend and two in the cotton blend.
Isabel fans will not be dissapointed!
Other highlights include a fantastic pair of stacked heel black suede boots with a subtle western feel, a very cute short sleeve black cotton trapeze cut dress with embroidery detail , a very pretty and very easy charcoal grey wool jersey tunic with a gathered waist line and a batwing sleeve. We also got some of her tights: two colours in the wool blend and two in the cotton blend.
Isabel fans will not be dissapointed!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
WAREHOUSE SALE
Yes, you heard right! Misch is having a warehouse sale jointly with One of a Few and Two of a Few!
The word is: Saturday Sept 20 (11-6) and Sunday Sept 21 (11-5) and will be held at the fabulous designer Dace's Warehouse located at 201 - 343 Railway.
We're excited and no doubt you are too!
The word is: Saturday Sept 20 (11-6) and Sunday Sept 21 (11-5) and will be held at the fabulous designer Dace's Warehouse located at 201 - 343 Railway.
We're excited and no doubt you are too!
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Thank you Vera Wang, I LOVE Lavender Label
SOMEBODY throw a cocktail party.
Everyone needs somewhere to wear the Vera Wang Lavender dresses that just came in. The red satin strapless gathered at one side dress is perfect for when you need to look DANGEROUSLY hot. The black sleeveless cowl neck wool crepe one is perfect for if you need a really elegant, really sexy, really versatile, really well cut LBD. The blue short sleeve satin one is classic Vera Wang Lavender: fun, easy to wear, pretty and flattering (it has this really fab applique detail on the front). There is the perfect black (not boring) pencil skirt and some very cute tops.
SUDDENLY, Fall Arrived!
Weather aside, a girl can't deny: fall clothes are just more fun to buy!
We have been receiving offerings for the season from a variety of designers for quite a few weeks already...
Trosman
3.1 Phillip Lim
Alexander Wang
Vanessa Bruno
Isabel Marant
Loeffler Randall
Hache
Gary Graham
Hanii Y
Nili Lotan
Vena Cava
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel
Sari
Allude
Eugenia Kim
Inhabit
Inhabit scarves, 3.1 Phillip Lim sweaters, Loeffler Randall boots, Vanessa Bruno dresses... everything is just so necessary!
More news will arrive as more new merchandise does!
We have been receiving offerings for the season from a variety of designers for quite a few weeks already...
Trosman
3.1 Phillip Lim
Alexander Wang
Vanessa Bruno
Isabel Marant
Loeffler Randall
Hache
Gary Graham
Hanii Y
Nili Lotan
Vena Cava
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel
Sari
Allude
Eugenia Kim
Inhabit
Inhabit scarves, 3.1 Phillip Lim sweaters, Loeffler Randall boots, Vanessa Bruno dresses... everything is just so necessary!
More news will arrive as more new merchandise does!
Saturday, June 28, 2008
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