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Roxymandy December 29, 2015

Anna Coroneo Scarves have landed in Canada Exclusively at Holt Renfrew

Whenever I complete my annual Holiday Gift Guide, I always end up finding something I wish I had of added to it once it’s finished. This was the case when I heard about Anna Coroneo’s luxury scarf collection launching exclusively in Canada at Holt Renfrew.

Anna Coroneo is an Australian designer who is based in both London and New York, and her scarves are like artwork. Not only are the pattern’s stunning, but they feel like a luxury just to tie one on. I got a close up look myself at Holt Renfrew last week, and they are beautiful in person.

Anna is an artist and a designer, and her artwork translates into prints, stationary, accessories, and of course fabulous scarves

I visited the Holt Renfrew at Yorkdale Shopping Centre, and they have Anna’s scarves displayed front and centre when you walk into the accessories entrance in the store.

Anna Coroneo Scarves have landed in Canada Exclusively at Holt Renfrew

I think scarves are the ultimate accessory. Whether they are worn traditionally and tied around the neck, or knotted onto a handbag or wrist they often become more than an accessory and take centre stage in an outfit. I am pretty sure I own more scarves than shoes if you can believe that! I am completely and totally in love with Anna Coroneo’s Pineapples Classic Voile Pareoscarf. It’s so bright and bold, and since I love pineapples it really doesn’t get better than this scarf.

Anna Coroneo’s scarves have been featured in Vogue, Glamour, Marie Claire, and Elle among so many others, and it’s easy to see why. They are vibrant, fun, and I’m kind of in love with them.

Anna Coroneo Scarves have landed in Canada Exclusively at Holt Renfrew

To learn more about Anna Coroneo and her scarf collection you can visit the website at www.annacoroneo.com, or in Canada visit your local Holt Renfrew location.

Roxymandy December 28, 2015

Winter Style with Lacoste

Winter Style with Lacoste sparkleshinylove

Last week I put together an outfit from Lacoste’s Fall/Winter 2015 collection, and if you are doing some post-holiday shopping you should check out what they have to offer, especially since they have some amazing holiday sales happening right now.

I’m in love with this Short Wool Coat for a couple of reasons. I love that it’s a traditional peacoat with a twist – the nylon hood is something I always want to have on some of my more dressy jackets. With how bad the weather has been this winter with occasional rainstorms (like the day of these photos) a hood is a necessity. I love that this jacket keeps me prepared for the elements while looking great.

I’m also loving the blue of this jacket as well. I based my whole outfit on this peacoat.

This sweatshirt dress just makes me happy. It is so comfortable, and it would look just as great with running shoes as it would heels. Dresses with pockets are so much more fun as well.

The dress also comes in blue, and I love that it’s not form fitting but instead a comfortable shapeless fit.

The Chantaco Medium Leather Zip Tote is just my kind of bag because it fits EVERYTHING! I love a bag I can throw everything into, and dig through later knowing that what I’m looking for has to be in there. This tote finishes off this look perfectly, and not only is the bag simple and sleek but another great blue to finish off the outfit.

Overall I love how fun and easy this outfit is. Lacoste knows how to make comfortable look smart and sleek.

To shop Lacoste’s Fall/Winter 2015 line yourself, visit www.lacoste.com.

Thanks to Lacoste for letting me style something from their Fall/Winter 2015 line!

Roxymandy December 22, 2015

Three Fun Looks for the Holidays

Three fun looks for the holidays

As a girl who loves to get dressed up just for a coffee date, the holiday’s are even more of an excuse to step it up a notch when it comes to my style.

There are so many events during the holiday season from parties, gift exchanges, dinners and nights in with friends.

Most have a different dress code from casual to formal, so I put together some of my favourite looks for the holidays to give you a few ideas on what to wear.

My first and most formal outfit is this black lace dress.

I bought this dress from Winnners, and at only $29.99 it was a steal! Although I only bought it last week, it may be hard to find now so I have linked to similar ones below.

Lace dresses are so pretty and have a more formal feel, and the fit and flare style is one of the more flattering looks for all shapes and sizes.

Three Looks for the Holidays

Lace Dress – Winners {similar here, here and here} | Black Heels – Christian Louboutin| Crystal Bib Necklace – Forever 21 | Classic Flap Bag – Chanel

Next up, something still dressy but more cozy and slightly more casual. If you know me, you know I have an obsession with leather skirts! I love the style of this one, and it pairs great with a chunky white sweater! Normally I keep my legs bare, but a chunky sweater looks great with a pair of cable-knit stockings with heels. The whole look is really simple, but I love the look of a pleated skirt toned down with a sweater.

Three Looks for the Holidays

White Sweater – Winners {similar here and here} | Faux Leather Skirt – Forever 21 | Black Heels – Christian Louboutin | Classic Flap Bag – Chanel

Finally, my most casual holiday look obviously involves sequins. Although it pains me not to wear a skirt or dress (have you noticed I avoid pants at all costs?), this oversized sequinned DKNY sweater looked best with faux leather leggings. I bought the sweater in XL for two reasons – it’s all they had left in stock, and because I wanted to have the oversized look with leggings. I thought it looked great (more like a tunic because it’s so thin and long), and for some reason a clutch always make things look a little more chic.

Three Looks for the Holidays

Silver Sequin Sweater – DKNY | Faux Leather Leggings – Dynamite | Black Sandals – Nine West {similar}| Clutch – Chanel

Roxymandy December 17, 2015

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop-Up at Yorkdale

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop Up at Yorkdale

We all have them. You know, that one uncle you can never find the right gift for? Or the friend who buys you a fabulous gift every year while you feel the gift you are giving them is bland?

Christmas is stressful for a number of reasons, but the pressure of finding the right gift can be overwhelming.

The good news is that I can fill you in on the perfect spot to find the memorable gift you need. The Brika Pop-Up shop at Yorkdale has everything you have been looking for that you didn’t know you or someone else can’t live without.

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop Up at Yorkdale

I was unable attend one of their workshops at the pop up earlier in the month so I thought I’d swing by to see what the shop was all about. Turns out I didn’t want to leave.

They have some of the most unique gifts out there! I have shopped the Brika website before so I knew about the fabulous things it has to offer, but I had never seen it all in one place before.

I wanted two of everything – one as a gift for someone, and one for myself!

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop-Up at Yorkdale

The Pop-Up includes a DIY corner with a colouring wall from Screech Owl Design. There is also a gift wrapping station where you can wrap the gifts you just bought. I loved this idea, and the wrapping materials were so pretty.

I loved that they carry Lovefresh products as well which smell amazing.

Why you should visit the Brika Pop-Up shop at Yorkdale

Makeful has sponsored an event space where weekly workshops are taking place, and it’s a very cool area to hang out! I’m so sad I missed the wreath making workshop I was invited to because I’m sure it was amazing.

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop Up at Yorkdale

There’s even a cafe! It services drinks, snacks, and baked good by Moo Milk Bar.

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop Up at Yorkdale

Why You Should Visit the Brika Pop-Up at Yorkdale

Artisans featured include Bizu Jewelry, Meera Lee Patel and Designed by Artists. One of the artists mi cielo was featured in my Holiday Gift Guide for Kids last week on the blog – I have to get my toddler one of their shirts with Mr. T on them!

The Brika Pop-Up will be open at Yorkdale Shopping Centre until the end of January 2016, and you can also visit Brika online here.

Roxymandy December 15, 2015

Giving the Gift of Greeting Cards and Stationary with CardBox by Sendtiment

I wrote a blog post last year about the importance of a thank you card because I strongly feel that text messaging and emails are taking away the novelty of sending a personalized note to someone.

It seems like everything can be done online now – even wedding invitations can be emailed out! It’s a convenient way to correspond with someone by doing it electronically, but the personalized touch isn’t there.

Birthday cards, thank you notes, or any other kind of written card are important to me and hopefully as well to the people I send them to. Since I was little I have always loved receiving mail. Still to this day (as long as it’s not my credit card bill) I’m excited to check my mailbox to see what’s inside.

I was so excited when my CardBox from Sendtiment arrived.

Giving the Gift of Greeting Cards and Stationary with CardBox by Sendtiment

It’s a subscription service which each month includes at least 5 greeting cards and a few extra gifts.

All cards are made in Canada, and different artists are featured each month.

All of the products are a secret until you receive them which is really fun!

Giving the Gift of Greeting Cards and Stationary with CardBox by Sendtiment

I really loved that all of the cards were individually wrapped so they are were in perfect condition when they arrived. The cards in my box were made by Rhubarb Paper Co. and they were cute and quirky. I don’t even really want to send them to people – I want to keep them for myself! The notepad is perfect for my desk as well.

I loved this box, and I think it would be such a sweet gift for someone! I would love it if someone sent me a subscription box like this. They even allow you to order one box at a time which would be great if you wanted give yourself a special treat as well.

Giving the Gift of Greeting Cards and Stationary with CardBox by Sendtiment

For more information on Sendtiment, visit their website here.