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Beauty obsession: The glittery moon manicure

By Jennifer Campbell | December 9th, 2010 | 3:34 pm

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Photography by Sabrina Rossi

Even by our own standards, nail frenzy at the FASHION offices has reached a new high with the sudden mania for the half-moon manicure. This polish option, where the curve at the bottom of the nail is painted a different colour, was popular in the 1940s and has seen a resurgence in recent years as a favourite of Dita Von Teese and as a runway staple at shows for Ruffian, Vena Cava, Thakoon and Christian Dior.

Last night, we gathered at Tips Nail Bar (844a Danforth Ave., 416-405-8477) for an office baby shower and were introduced to a take on the moon that incorporates another big nail trend: Glitter. Read more »

Shopping » Daily steal

The daily steal: Crystal-clear eyewear, $96

By Jennifer Campbell | December 9th, 2010 | 9:00 am

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My friend Mary has a wardrobe of glasses, which she procures for a song at an as yet undisclosed location. I’m a little jealous. Or I was until the exciting news that online-only eyewear outfit Warby Parker (warbyparker.com) has started shipping to Canada. These crystal clear Fillmore frames from WP’s collaboration with Steven Alan are a mere US$95. Including lenses! The same unbelievable price applies to the tangerine-hued Coltons, sandalwood Huxleys I love, as well as every other pair on the site. Now who’s got the enviable eyewear collection?

Shopping

Chic steals: 13 pieces of holiday sparkle for under $50

By Jennifer Campbell | December 8th, 2010 | 2:30 pm

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Attitude, $17

By Jennifer Campbell and Septembre Anderson

Yes, the easiest way to stretch an LBD during the holidays is to change up the accessories–but that doesn’t mean they come cheap. We’ve rounded up 13 pieces of jewellery that will give you a party wardrobe refresh, and they’re all under $50.

Check out our picks!» Read more »

Fashion

Red carpet round-up: Plenty of quirk and black dresses at the British Fashion Awards

By Jennifer Campbell | December 8th, 2010 | 11:50 am

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Photography by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images

The British Fashion Awards were handed out last night at the Savoy in London. (Check out the winners here.) The red carpet scene was one of the more enjoyable we’ve seen in a while–even the sea of black dresses gave us something interesting. Standouts were Alexa Chung, who paired prim Chanel with a biker jacket, and Lara Stone doing her best Diane Kruger in a minimalist Calvin Klein sheath. See the rest of the red carpet–with Naomi Campbell, Yasmin Le Bon, Thandie Newton, Daphne Guinness and more, after the jump. Read more »

Fashion

British Fashion Awards gives top nod to Phoebe Philo

By Jennifer Campbell | December 7th, 2010 | 4:59 pm

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Photography by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images

Phoebe Philo was awarded Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards today. The Celine designer was up against Christopher Kane and Erdem Moraliglu for the honour. Shoe designer Nicholas Kirkwood took home the award for Accessory Designer, Patrick Grant of E. Tautz won for menswear, and Meadham Kirchoff for Emerging Talent. Naomi Campbell’s 25-year modelling career was honoured with a special award while Lady Gaga stylist and freshly-anointed Thierry Mugler creative director Nicola Formichetti was given the Isabella Blow award for Fashion Creator.

Phoebe Philo Named Designer of the Year at British Fashion Awards [WWD]

Shopping » Daily steal

The daily steal: Floral-print dress

By Jennifer Campbell | December 7th, 2010 | 9:00 am

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This sheath dress from Sears’ Jessica line ($70, sears.ca) combines two of our favourite holiday trends–velvet and winter florals–into one gem of a party frock.