December 2011
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Kastles Hailing from Kanata
We’re all about our bloggers here at Shoppalu. So you have no idea how excited we were to sit down with Kassandra, blogger at Kastles and founder of an exciting community called Kanata. Kanata hails from the Great White North (like us!) and supports the fashion blogger community here. What we love most about Kassandra is how sweet she is, the beautiful snowy backdrops from Alberta, and best...
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Fashion Icon Tribute: The Olsen Twins
Who didn’t fall in love with the Olsen twins back in the 80s when they first starred in Full House as Michelle Tanner? Born two minutes apart, the dynamic duo has been famous since they were 9 months old. They’ve worn sample clothes from Marc Jacobs and Chanel especially made for them since they were 6 years old. And they’ve always been in Vogue. So were you really surprised...
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Sparkles on the Streets
Some street style inspiration for NYE. These ladies don’t need the holidays to wear sparkles and sequins! You don’t either!
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Let It Shine On the Runways
Got the Christmas blues now that the turkey goodness has set? Not to worry, this season, we can defy the dreary weather, stand out and impress with “The Shine”. Designers this season stray away from the classic blacks, greys, and neutral tones. Using colourful metallic colours, minimalistic cuts and a bit of prints, it is time for us to let it shine with high sheen silks, sequins and...
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The Only Fashion Princess
We had the chance to chat with Rachella from TheOnlyFashionPrincess.blogspot.com today. Rachella lives in Holland where bikes are the number one form of transportation and stroopwaffels are a must have (perhaps, daily?). Fahsionistas straddle a fine line between the fashion-forward Nordic aesthetic and the bright and colourful patterns from southern Europe. What are we most jealous of? The...
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All Wrapped Up
When November’s issue of Harper Bazaar first got released, we immediately fell in love with Terry Richardson’s editorial of Eniko Mihalik in “All Wrapped Up”. Shot in the snowy, wilderness environment of Utah, the shots of Eniko are truly stunning. Captured the winter wonderland, Eniko stands out in her warm luxurious outfits we showcased this week in our runway fashions by...
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Winter on the Streets
Tis the week before Christmas, and it’s time to bring out the best of the Winter wardrobe! Just because snow may not be on the ground yet, doesn’t mean one can’t dress for style and warmth, right?
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Winter White Wonderland on the Runways
This season, designers turn away from dark shades and stun us with Winter Whites. With the White Swan inspired looks in mind, designers like Alexander McQueen, Valentino, and Elie Saab make make the Snow Queen jealous. They embrace the whimsical winter looks with sparkling whites, fairy princess-like gowns, dramatic capes, furs, and feathers. Because it’s a white white wonderland after all!...
The Roaring 20s on the Runway
Of course, the master (mistress?) of drapery, Ms. Donna Karan was most definitely inspired by the prohibition era in her Fall 2008 presentation at New York Fashion week. The unmistakable 1920s bob, the wrap effect and the to-the-knee hemlines all came together to evoke this fanciful era in a modern way.
Inspiration and obsession. The Courtin-Clarins’ sisters are so great with their choice in fashion it’s hard to believe there’s no wicki post on them alone…yet :(
A Little Laughter & Chocolate Cures All
If you haven’t stopped by Melissa’s life & style blog,Miss Melissa you definitely should. You’ll not only get styling tips - you’ll also get how-to guides and recipes to delicious things. When we first heard back from her, we were delighted to work with someone as sweet as her… and the best is her belief in vintage, laughter, and chocolate. We got to interview...
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Prohibition Era
It’s become pretty obvious lately, that there’s been a resurgence of period dramas on the big and small screen. We see shows like Pan Am and Mad Men and their ability to take us back to a time when hemlines were longer, collars were higher and bodices were tighter. As you may all be aware now, our theme of the week is 20s. Which means it’s more than appropriate to do a little...
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20s on the Streets
History 101: Known as the “Roaring Twenties”, this decade was known as the time when the whole world had changed. Our world had just lived through the first ever world war and life was good again. The economic boom in the United States made this period a time of lux and wealth. High quality clothing, especially fur, became prevalent, and fashion was never the same again. The style...
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amazing inspirations @ fashioncandyfloss.blogspot.com
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The New Great Gatsby
The flapper women is redefined this season on the runways. In the 20s, the flapper woman wore short skirts, had short bobs, and lived vicariously. This season, the 20s flapper flirts with a touch of grunge and glam. Beading, fringing and furs enrich outfits. Loose-fitting flapper dresses. Finger waves return. The words: luxurious and glam are what this season is all about. So lookout, because the...
