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Cecile Benac, Vancouver Knitwear Designer

05Apr10

Cecile Rebagliati, designer of the Cecile Benac label has been designing knitwear in Vancouver for over a decade. I spoke with Rebagliati about her designs, inspiration and how she got started as a designer in Vancouver. She greeted me wearing one of her spring sweater designs combined with dark blue jeans. Surprisingly, her indigo sweater was made from linen.

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Surrey Central Young Men’s Style

16Mar10

Young men’s style is sometimes tough and usually personal. In this case, it is about the accessories – “Knuckle Dusters,” and customized neck chains. The was dog tag made in shop class and the bullets purchased at Crawford Coin Stamp Militaria, in New Westminster. The Levis jean vest was once a jacket, till the sleeves were cut off.

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An American in Paris: Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton

14Mar10

Marc Jacobs’ ladylike designs for Louis Vuitton are retro fresh and a welcome return to the hourglass feminine silhouette. It is rare to see such a consistent silhouette but Marc Jacobs is strong and uncompromising in his presentation. Emphasis is on the waist and bust with full circle skirts dominating the collection. Corset tops, belted waists and fitted waistlines emphasize the new silhouette. Fabrics are structured and skirts are interlined. Substantive fabrics further reinforce the hourglass shape. Though fitted, the collection stops short of being constricting. Three-quarter length coats are tailored with a nipped in waistline, wider collar and lapels.

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Tags: Louis Vuitton, Louis Vuitton Fall 2010, Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs Louis Vuitton Fall 2010

Oscar Fashion Review: Most Entertaining Fashions

08Mar10

There were less outrageous fashion at the Oscars this year than in previous years. Those who did make it to my “Most Entertaining,” list included, Jennifer Lopez, Charlize Theron, Robert Downey Jr. and Molly Ringwald.

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Oscar Fashion Review: Best Dressed

08Mar10

The winners in the “Best Dressed,’ category are: Kate Winslet, Mo’Nique, Carmen Diaz and Hellen Mirren are on my “Best Dressed,” list this year. Kate Winslet was exquisite in a Yves St. Laurent corset top and satin draped skirt. The subtle metallic of the top and the soft sheen of the skirt picked up the light [...]

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Oscar Fashion Review: Boring

08Mar10

Oscar Fashion nominees for ”Boring” fashions include: My nominees for the most “Boring” Oscar Fashions include Nicole Richie and Victoria Beckham. Nicole Richie’s caftan style gown had an interesting cut-out back detail that was lost in the front view photos. The beaded detail of the gown did not show up under the lights and the overall look was that [...]

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Malary’s: What’s in Store for Spring

04Mar10

New Spring Collections are arriving daily at Malary’s in Cloverdale. Graduation dresses continue to be popular. Upcoming grads can expect to find a wide selection of evening wear styles and sizes.

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R.E.S.P.E.C.T. for Fashion

27Feb10

I have lost patience with those who claim that fashion is trivial, superficial and unimportant. Not everyone needs to be an expert but everyone does wear clothes.

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Indy Designer Miriam Melanson of Flaming Angels

03Feb10

Yesterday morning, I was able to interview Flaming Angels designer, Miriam Melanson at her Seymour Steet shop. The Indy designer generously shared her incites on local fashion design and the fashion business. Miriam is best described as a grounded independent designer. Ironically, her conservative business approach to alternative design has helped to shape and insure [...]