Guilt-free cashmere, Costa Blanca introduces accessories, beautiful baubles and more.
By Sarah Casselman
Fashion Notes: Cozy karma
As if we needed an actual reason to treat ourselves to the soft stuff, but now we can covet our cashmere guilt-free with Uluru. This cute collection of Grade A cashmere and Italian merino wool knitwear ensures fair labour practices for all of its products. Ranging from $250 to $595, this luxury line won’t break the bank or your beliefs. At the 889 Yonge Lifestyle Boutique (889 Yonge St., 416-925-7126, 889yonge.com) and Holt Renfrew.
Fashion Notes: Fabulous facelift
Just in time for the holidays, Birks has unveiled its Destinee collection under the creative direction of Holly Brubach, renowned fashion journalist, author and jewellery genius. Drawing on the look of the original 1920s Birks logo, these posh sparklers (left, $1,850) boast graphic grids and spheres reminiscent of the Swinging ’60s. Groovy has never looked so glam.
Photography by Carlo Mendoza.
Fashion Notes: X-factor
Frugal fashionistas, unite! Costa Blanca X (Sherway Gardens, 25 The West Mall, 416-626-9060, costablanca.ca) joins its stylish siblings, Urban Behavior and Costa Blanca, as the go-to destination for a chic, well-priced wardrobe. This time around, though, X marks the spot to shop for drool-worthy shoes and accessories. With over half of the store dedicated to footwear, trendy Torontonians have a new reason to kick up their heels.
Fashion Notes: Asha’s arrival
The latest baubles to grace the coveted cases at Augustina (5 Old York Lane, 416-922-4248) belong to New York label Asha by ADM (ashabyadm.com). Designer Ashley Dodgen-McCormick incorporates semi-precious stones and natural materials like shell and ivory into her 18-karat yellow and white gold pieces. Inspired by her passion for art, architecture and travel, these precious treasures (left, $375) are an elegant addition to any jewellery box.