MAKE THIS FALL A PLAID ONE

Ahh, plaid, it’s been around for centuries. Plaid is one of those classic comeback items that you can always trust when you don’t know how to pull together an outfit. There are tons of ways to wear this print without looking like you’ve just stepped out of a 90’s sitcom. From tops to bottoms, there are many ways to incorporate some sort of plaid in your outfit, which is perfect for the fall season. Still don’t know how to fit in plaid into your outfit? I’ll be giving some tips on different pieces to make that perfect day or night outfit!

EVERY DAY HAUTE: ALICE + OLIVIA

I’d like to share with all of you my latest fashion obsession: Alice + Olivia by Stacy Bendet. I first saw this label on reviews of this year’s New York Fashion Week, and instantly fell in love. Let’s go through some of my favourite looks from this New York label so we can all look like fifth avenue socialites!

1. FAUX FUR

When I think of fur coats, I think of the highest glamour possible. Faux fur is not just more socially conscious (a huge factor for why people do faux), it’s also better for your wallet as well. 

How you can rock it: This collection shows many different ways to rock the fur, so whatever suits you best! I personally love the look of a faux fur vest (I believe Forever 21 sells them), with a long sleeve shirt and jeans. 

EVERY DAY HAUTE: TEMPERLEY LONDON

Alice Temperley, designer of Temperley London, has got to be one of my women crushes of the moment. Her designs are incredible, embodying the perfect British woman in every which way. Since there are no stores in North America, plus most of us don’t have thousands of dollars lying around plus shipping and handling, I thought we would dissect her latest trends in order to become “Temperley Girls” on a budget!

KEEP UP WITH THE TRENDS

Let's talk fall trends. Fall 2014 is filled with moody heroines and darkness.(Blame it on fashion's ever-growing obsession with Game of Thrones). Look out for these trends this fall!

EVERY DAY HAUTE: MONIQUE LHUILLIER

Monique Lhuillier, most commonly known for her exquisite bridal collections, is a name commonly dropped on high profile red carpets, such as the Oscars or the Golden Globes. Though a ball gown is not the most practical garment to wear whilst grocery shopping (or any other non-red carpet/wedding day activities), this designer did showcase some trends that can easily make the transition over to casual wear. 

EVERY DAY HAUTE: PRABAL GURUNG

This is a very exciting issue of “Every Day Haute," and I will tell you why! The purpose of this column is to be able to have high fashion taste without the accompanying price tag. However, this week’s designer has a solution to this age-old problem. Prabal Gurung, whose garments have been seen on Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lawrence, and the Duchess of Cambridge, has partnered up with Target and has designed a line with the store. But, since we all don’t have Target (sigh), I thought we would go into more detail of this up-and-comers looks from his catwalk.

MANI JASSAL: DESIGNER AND STYLIST

Mani Jassal. Born in India, raised in Toronto. She's a fashion designer and stylist, and her designs range from non-traditional South Asian wear to kickass studded leather jackets. She makes her pieces unique by adding a western twist to a South Asian piece, or vice versa.  

EVERY DAY HAUTE: JENNY PACKHAM

Whilst checking my daily Instagram feed before getting out of bed this morning, I saw the news that the Royal Couple is expecting their second child which made me drop my phone onto my face. Yes, Kate Middleton is currently carrying the 5th in line to the British Throne, making that fetus already more successful on the food chain than most of us. Being the die hard Kate Middleton fan that I am, I simply had to incorporate the Duchess in some way, so what better way than one of the Royal Wife’s go-to designers! 

HOLOGRAMS AND RETRO-CHIC: NEW YORK FASHION WEEK

Sadly, New York Fashion Week has come to an end. This past week has been showcased all over, from our TV screens to our laptop screens to our phones, everyone knew about it. There was always something to talk about! Let's review some of the significant affairs that have happened this past week.

EVERY DAY HAUTE: ZUHAIR MURAD

Yes, it’s true, we can’t all be J-Lo, and unfortunately we can’t all have Blake Lively’s amazing wardrobe either, no matter how hard we wish and hope. It’s not all bad news though, since we can take note from one of these two ladies’ favourite designers, Zuhair Murad, and find a way to incorporate his looks into our just as glamorous lives.