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Calgary: Christina Hendricks, Heather Marks and Elisha Cuthbert party at Holt Renfrew opening

Posted November 23rd, 2009 | 2:03 pm | By Jennifer Campbell | 3 Comments

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Photography by George Pimentel/Wireimage

While we were busy at the New Moon premiere in Toronto on Thursday night, Holt Renfrew was loading up on star power for the opening of their new Calgary flagship. Mad Men’s Christina Hendricks was there (with new hubby Geoffrey Arend) in a cool suit-like dress by Canadian David Szeto, while Calgary homegirl Heather Marks sported a mesh dress with patent appliqués by another Canuck designer, Rita Liefhebber. Jeremy Piven, Gossip Girl Kristen Bell and Glee’s Jessalyn Gilsig also made an appearance, as did 24’s Elisha Cuthbert with her Flames boyfriend, Dion Phaneuf.  Calgary band The Fast Romantics played a set (with some unplanned accompaniment from Piven, who insisted on drumming–to mixed reviews) before handing over the dance floor to DJ Samantha Ronson.

Check out the party pics after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »

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Fashion at CIFF: Scoping style at the Crackie premiere

Posted September 25th, 2009 | 5:02 pm | By Karen Ashbee | No Comments

Photography by Santiago Medina

Director Sherry White, CIFF director Jacqueline Dupuis and star Meghan Greeley at the Crackie premiere. Photography by Santiago Medina

Now in its tenth year the Calgary International Film Festival is no stranger to the biz or its beautiful people. No small feat for a city best known for its annual rodeo, the Calgary Stampede–10 solid days of boots, buckles, Stetsons and beer!  Last night however, the full-on assault of Western fringe so prevalent during Stampede week had been shelved for party glam, smart suits, and of course the ubiquitous LBD. Read the rest of this entry »

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FASHION at CIFF: Calgary Film Fest director gets red carpet ready at Mealan

Posted September 23rd, 2009 | 2:55 pm | By Karen Ashbee | No Comments

CIFF executive director Jacqueline Dupuis on the red carpet at last year's Calgary International Film Festival.

CIFF executive director Jacqueline Dupuis on the red carpet at last year's Calgary International Film Festival.

This week marks the opening of the Calgary International Film Festival (calgaryfilm.com) and ten days of premiere-hopping and socializing with the stars.

Taking time out from her busy gig as executive director for CIFF, Jacqueline Dupuis shared with me a few of her style secrets that take her from day to night over ten days and approximately one hundred and eighty eight films. Rule number one was enlisting the help of a stylist, Leah Van Loon. Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: Pocket style from Braithwaite Wallets

Posted August 6th, 2009 | 9:34 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | No Comments

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For many men, shopping is not exactly at the top of a to-do list, so when it comes to buying a gift for the man in your life, take the opportunity to sprinkle some style his way. My suggestion, check out the sleek and funky designs of Braithwaite Wallets (braithwaitewallets.com), created by designers Nick Stratichuk and founder Connor Ferster. Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: Smyth & Kang becomes a haven for homegrown fashion

Posted July 23rd, 2009 | 8:44 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | No Comments

Photography by David Bibbings

Photography by David Bibbings

If you’ve been counting your fashionable pennies these days, you’re not alone.  I too have been weighing purchases before taking the plunge, neatly stowing away my impulsive self until this ghastly recession comes to a screeching halt. Ummm…when is that going to happen again? For me, going low budget doesn’t mean shunning designer wear altogether.  In fact, I’ve decided to take a long-term view and avoid the bargain that never gets worn and invest in some workhorse pieces.

So, no better time for Calgary’s latest fashion duo, Leon Kang and Aly Velji to transform their cutting-edge boutique Smyth & Kang (610 1st St. S.W., 403-617-2406, smythandkang.com). And we’re not talking a simple facelift. Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: A hot spot for global style

Posted July 9th, 2009 | 8:12 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | 1 Comment

Dress $68. Photography by Riley Stewart

Dress $68. Photography by Riley Stewart

A modern twist on global style has taken the fashion world by storm, making strong statements on the fall runways of big players like John Galliano and Diane von Furstenberg. And, thanks to local designer Jessica Redditt, Calgarians can also dabble in some exotic looks this summer.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: Strike a (yoga) pose in Cocymela

Posted June 25th, 2009 | 8:11 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | 2 Comments

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Blue top, $50; Orange tank, $35; shorts, $40, all by Cocymela. Chris Schoenne Photography

Yoga fashion is a bit of an oxymoron. It seems so ridiculous to be concerned about outer appearance while working on inner change and enlightenment, doesn’t it?  Classes are meant to be serene pools of space and time where students can relax into the present, but this is easier said than done when your pants are riding where the sun don’t shine during a salutation. Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: Sister act

Posted June 11th, 2009 | 7:55 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | 1 Comment

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I grew up with two older brothers and with that came the art of making throwing stars out of soup cans lids and learning to withstand the torture of a good old fashioned snake bite (the arm-twisting kind).  As much as I love my big bros, I was like every little girl in my position–I longed for a sister.  Someone to braid my hair, puffy paint my clothes and a sibling who would appreciate my deep-seated crush on Uncle Jessie.  But, above all, I wanted a sister to share my shoe fetish.

When sisters Jennifer and Laura Ripley open Luna Blue (2611 14 St. SW, 403-244-1644, lunablueshoes.com) this past September, it came together organically.  With thriving careers—Jennifer working for the Military Family Resource Centre and Laura as a nurse–they both felt the need to shake things up and pursue their common passion for shoes.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Calgary: Tied up in a nice little bow

Posted May 28th, 2009 | 8:05 am | By Bonnee McLachlan | 1 Comment

A reveller at last month's Factory Party #5 wears a bow tie by Leo Casuga Jr. Photography by Randy Gibson

A reveller at last month's Factory Party #5 wears a bow tie by Leo Casuga Jr. Photography by Randy Gibson

It’s pretty easy to cruise though life, flying under the radar and going about your fashionable business.  But, for Calgary-based designer Leo Casuga Jr., that simply isn’t an option.  After slogging it out in the financial world for several years, Casuga decided to listen to his gut and jump ship to pursue a life in design.  

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Chiconomics

Posted May 20th, 2009 | 12:25 pm | By Lisa Reddy | No Comments

may09luxfiend_lgIn an age of recession-spurred frugality, you’d think luxury items would claim almost faux pas status.  But while DIYs and grunge-inspired looks reign on style blogs and downtown streets, the online luxe market is still going strong, with sites like Net-a-Porter’s sister site The Outnet (theoutnet.com) and Gilt Groupe (gilt.com) offering designer goods at reduced prices.  Calgary’s Karen Hamilton has carved her own niche in this growing market Read the rest of this entry »

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