Click link to read the story: http://issuu.com/ryerson-free-press/docs/rfp-march2012/3
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Ryerson Free Press: Queering Public School
Click link to read the story: http://issuu.com/ryerson-free-press/docs/rfp-march2012/3
The Torontoist: The Hottest Guys in Town
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Click to see my article on the Toronto Drag Kings for The Torontoist: http://torontoist.com/2012/03/the-hottest-guys-in-town
Click to see my article on the Toronto Drag Kings for The Torontoist: http://torontoist.com/2012/03/the-hottest-guys-in-town
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Thursday, April 7, 2011
From Grannies to Gaultier
I've been rooting for team "granny style" for quite some time now. I have an affinity for peter pan collars paired with flower-embroidered cardigans, what can I say? Sadly I was beginning to feel that no one would ever truly understand my old lady love; with Spring's constant stream of neon and futuristic feel, I began to doubt my passion for mothball scented garments would ever see the light of the runway.
But then Jean Paul Gaultier's Fall 2011 collection came along. It was love at first sight.
Models balanced sky-high silvery beehive wigs on their way down the catwalk, weighed down by chunky clip on earrings and pearl necklaces. Many of the prints, such as the yellow silk number pictured below, were made up of tiny cameos, and sparkles snuck their way into a number of the black pieces. Fur, dainty leather gloves, and a designer grocery cart or two completed the look, adding a truly authentic "I raided my grandma's closet today" feel.
It was wonderfully refreshing, not only because I love the style of those who reside in rocking chairs so much, but because had my Great Grandmother been alive, she would've fought me for one of these pieces. If Jean Paul Gaultier's Fall 2011 garments have the ability to potentially bridge an almost 80 year style gap between then and now, that's something I can't help but admire; it's true timelessness.
But lets keep that just between Shoe and I.
Photos Via Style.com
Rodarte on the Runway
I awoke with start this morning. Giddy, like a kid at Christmas (or rather, myself every year at Christmas) I had only one thing on my mind: RODARTE FALL 2011!!!
As usual, Kate and Laura didn't disappoint.
Clearly influenced by the American Plains, the Fall 2011 collection is more accessible than the work shown in past seasons. Despite the slightly more commercial nature of the looks however, knitting and quilting details were reportedly all done by hand, reaffirming my belief that the Mulleavy sisters are truly dedicated to the art of fashion. Muted beiges, creams and pastels were complimented by the model's tousled long hair and minimal makeup, creating a dreamy display of prairie-chic. Overall, This collection induced an overwhelming desire to get lost in a wheat field in the middle of nowhere, never to be seen or heard from again.
My favorite elements (if I must choose) were the full apron skirts, chunky cropped knits and of course, the high collars; my latest obsession is dainty collars and Rodarte crafted some near-perfect ones!
Keep making beautiful things Mulleavy sisters, and I shall continue to swoon, sigh, and admire.
XOXX
Between Shoe and I
Photos via Style.com
As usual, Kate and Laura didn't disappoint.
Clearly influenced by the American Plains, the Fall 2011 collection is more accessible than the work shown in past seasons. Despite the slightly more commercial nature of the looks however, knitting and quilting details were reportedly all done by hand, reaffirming my belief that the Mulleavy sisters are truly dedicated to the art of fashion. Muted beiges, creams and pastels were complimented by the model's tousled long hair and minimal makeup, creating a dreamy display of prairie-chic. Overall, This collection induced an overwhelming desire to get lost in a wheat field in the middle of nowhere, never to be seen or heard from again.
Keep making beautiful things Mulleavy sisters, and I shall continue to swoon, sigh, and admire.
XOXX
Between Shoe and I
Photos via Style.com
The Garden of Erdem
Although I was in awe of many of the collections shown this Spring, none of them encapsulated the season quite like Erdem.
Held in a garden square in central London, the photos from the show ooze Spring perfection.
Ballet was huge source of inspiration for the designer, Erdem Moralioglu, who spent the past summer surrounded by a collection of ballet costumes at the Victoria & Albert Museum. One look at his airy, floral garments, and I found myself holding back a series of shameful attempts at pirouettes and arabesques.
Amongst all the white, sheer, and lace, brilliant pops of geometric patterns and bright reds added a colorful edge to the subdued looks. The ballet shoe-inspired footwear by Nicholas Kirkwood was the perfect finishing touch to the dainty looks, complete with lace and patterned ribbon winding up the model's pale legs.
I want nothing more than to snatch one of these delightful dresses out of my computer screen and pack a wicker-basket full of vegan sandwiches for a picnic on a gingham blanket in some lush meadow...
I'm getting a little carried away.
Please don't remind me it's January and I live in Toronto?
-Between Shoe and I
Photos from Style.com
Held in a garden square in central London, the photos from the show ooze Spring perfection.
Ballet was huge source of inspiration for the designer, Erdem Moralioglu, who spent the past summer surrounded by a collection of ballet costumes at the Victoria & Albert Museum. One look at his airy, floral garments, and I found myself holding back a series of shameful attempts at pirouettes and arabesques.
I want nothing more than to snatch one of these delightful dresses out of my computer screen and pack a wicker-basket full of vegan sandwiches for a picnic on a gingham blanket in some lush meadow...
I'm getting a little carried away.
Please don't remind me it's January and I live in Toronto?
-Between Shoe and I
Photos from Style.com
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