Sunday, July 25, 2010

4 Tips to Looking Hot At The Gym

Uh yeah, there’s nothing more mortifying than working on your beach bod and seeing gorgeous specimen #278 pass by and the last thing you want to do is say hi because well, you’re a working out heap of hot mess. So not pretty. But you can overcome this by picking up on this season’s hottest workout trends, that not only keep you looking cool, but acting cool in a way that screams “hot” for when #279 passes your way. How to do it? First you want to toss out anything that resembles “slouchy”, and then pick up these top 5 workout trends for 2010.

1. The One Shoulder Look is not just for the red carpet anymore. Yep, you see this on almost every pretty dress these days, and now we find it in workout wear thanks to designers like Stella McCartney and Alexander Wang. The One Shouldered trend in sports bra and sportswear you may not find the most supportive, but layer it under equally cute pieces and your pretty shoulder will definitely turn heads.

2. Sheer mesh is back. And we aren’t talking Cindy Lauper style. Today’s hottest workout wear for women is sheer mesh that is sporty, breathable, and almost dangerous when it comes to sex appeal. Do you need more info than that?

3. Two Words – Hot. Pants. Okay, you’ve put in enough hours at the gym for these to finally work on you, and you love how cute they make you look but wouldn’t dream of stepping on the street with them without nervously wondering if people might mistake you as “For Hire”. Enough said on that note, they are more than appropriate at the gym, will ensure you keep cool, and look hot while you do so. You’ve earned it, hot pants it is.

4. Luxe Sun Visors. These are very reminiscent of retro golf days, but they don’t have to mean so much when you are working out. Rule #1 with the sun visor – wearing indoors is so not cool. Rule #2 – stick to colors that don’t match shag carpeting. Go cute here with pinks, limes, and fluorescent type colors that are IN and don’t look like something that came out of your dad’s old retro boxes in the attic.
Uh yeah, there’s nothing more mortifying than working on your beach bod and seeing gorgeous specimen #278 pass by and the last thing you want to do is say hi because well, you’re a working out heap of hot mess. So not pretty. But you can overcome this by picking up on this season’s hottest workout trends, that not only keep you looking cool, but acting cool in a way that screams “hot” for when #279 passes your way. How to do it? First you want to toss out anything that resembles “slouchy”, and then pick up these top 5 workout trends for 2010.

1. The One Shoulder Look is not just for the red carpet anymore. Yep, you see this on almost every pretty dress these days, and now we find it in workout wear thanks to designers like Stella McCartney and Alexander Wang. The One Shouldered trend in sports bra and sportswear you may not find the most supportive, but layer it under equally cute pieces and your pretty shoulder will definitely turn heads.

2. Sheer mesh is back. And we aren’t talking Cindy Lauper style. Today’s hottest workout wear for women is sheer mesh that is sporty, breathable, and almost dangerous when it comes to sex appeal. Do you need more info than that?

3. Two Words – Hot. Pants. Okay, you’ve put in enough hours at the gym for these to finally work on you, and you love how cute they make you look but wouldn’t dream of stepping on the street with them without nervously wondering if people might mistake you as “For Hire”. Enough said on that note, they are more than appropriate at the gym, will ensure you keep cool, and look hot while you do so. You’ve earned it, hot pants it is.

4. Luxe Sun Visors. These are very reminiscent of retro golf days, but they don’t have to mean so much when you are working out. Rule #1 with the sun visor – wearing indoors is so not cool. Rule #2 – stick to colors that don’t match shag carpeting. Go cute here with pinks, limes, and fluorescent type colors that are IN and don’t look like something that came out of your dad’s old retro boxes in the attic.

Fall Trend: Colorblocking

One trend for fall that is a refreshing change from all the frills and ruffles of past seasons is the colorblocking trend. I like the strong graphic appeal of either bright or jewel tones for this trend.

At Lacoste (pictured, left) the colorblocking takes on an '80s feel with big chunks of brights, but the trend also takes on a sophisticated tone with Yeohlee's black-and-white poncho.

You can also get the colorblock look simply by wearing contrasting or complimentary colors together (say a black and teal or orange and brown.) (Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
One trend for fall that is a refreshing change from all the frills and ruffles of past seasons is the colorblocking trend. I like the strong graphic appeal of either bright or jewel tones for this trend.

At Lacoste (pictured, left) the colorblocking takes on an '80s feel with big chunks of brights, but the trend also takes on a sophisticated tone with Yeohlee's black-and-white poncho.

You can also get the colorblock look simply by wearing contrasting or complimentary colors together (say a black and teal or orange and brown.) (Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Monday, July 19, 2010

Jason Matlo’s bridal collection


By Dahlia James

What better way to welcome wedding season than by admiring Jason Matlo’s 2010 bridal collection. This spring, we got a peek at the second bridal wear outing for Vancouver-based designer, who also has a ready-to-wear collection. Our picks for the stylish bride-to-be: A frothy ruffled off-white chiffon number, perfect for an idyllic fairytale wedding, and a the crisp fishtail gown with a sweetheart neckline and black bow belt for a more urban affair.

By Dahlia James

What better way to welcome wedding season than by admiring Jason Matlo’s 2010 bridal collection. This spring, we got a peek at the second bridal wear outing for Vancouver-based designer, who also has a ready-to-wear collection. Our picks for the stylish bride-to-be: A frothy ruffled off-white chiffon number, perfect for an idyllic fairytale wedding, and a the crisp fishtail gown with a sweetheart neckline and black bow belt for a more urban affair.

Street style: Underground disco


While last post look was all about finding that understated cool factor in the sweltering heat, this week is all about over-the-top glam. Resplendent in gleaming gold accents, our streeter has all the style (and hair) of disco queen Donna Summer. Her gold-edged glasses, glittering skirt, bejewelled belt and gilded sandals are way too fab for the subway platform!

While last post look was all about finding that understated cool factor in the sweltering heat, this week is all about over-the-top glam. Resplendent in gleaming gold accents, our streeter has all the style (and hair) of disco queen Donna Summer. Her gold-edged glasses, glittering skirt, bejewelled belt and gilded sandals are way too fab for the subway platform!

Street style: Hot chic


Sent scouting in the scorching Toronto heat this week (sorry girls!), our intrepid interns were on a mission to find chic city dwellers who braved the temperature in style. I was afraid that we would only find mad dogs and Englishmen, but as it turns out, Toronto is fashion-focused, despite the weather. The winner? A cute, cool-as-a-cucumber hipster. The baby pink oxfords are a great feminine foil to an otherwise boyish outfit.

Sent scouting in the scorching Toronto heat this week (sorry girls!), our intrepid interns were on a mission to find chic city dwellers who braved the temperature in style. I was afraid that we would only find mad dogs and Englishmen, but as it turns out, Toronto is fashion-focused, despite the weather. The winner? A cute, cool-as-a-cucumber hipster. The baby pink oxfords are a great feminine foil to an otherwise boyish outfit.
 

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