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On Wednesday evening, I rode the elevator up to Toronto’s the Spoke Club to scope out the fall offerings from Montreal leather goods house Fullum & Holt (fullumandholt.com). If you’re not familiar with the brand, here’s a recap: The company is 113 years old, they have an 80,000 square foot factory in Montreal where they construct all the bags, belts and wallets, overseen by creative director Morgan Lackman. They also make bags for Alexander Wang and have a mini-collection from one of the top names in Canadian fashion, Denis Gagnon.

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Thanks to a tip from reader Jasmine Parmar, we were alerted to a huge sale going on right now at Danier (danier.com). There are light wool scarves that come in–count them–23 colours for a mere $10 (perfect for the flip-flopping weather) and lots and lots of leather bags, including this studded boho piece, a steal […]

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Accessories have been big catwalk news for the past few seasons. Think of the giant statement necklaces introduced two years ago, or last fall’s over-the-knee boots. One of this spring’s most talked-about pieces was a pair of alien-like shoes from Alexander McQueen–though to eyes that hadn’t seen them in a while, the season’s clutch of […]

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It’s a pretty confusing time to be travelling right now, what with airport security regulations changing on a fairly regular basis. Here’s some recent bad news: If you’re flying into the U.S. (or are connecting through the U.S.), you’re not allowed to take any carry-on baggage. [Update: As of January 20, you are now allowed […]

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Think you’re saving money by buying a fakola designer handbag? Maybe not: An MIT professor has found that someone who buys a knock-off LV Speedy or Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag are actually pretty likely to buy the real thing eventually. Renee Richardson Gosline interviewed people who had knowingly bought counterfeit goods and found that 46 of […]

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Phoebe Philo’s first collection for Celine recently arrived in stores and while many of the brand’s shops have closed worldwide, it looks Philo is spearheading a rethink of their boutiques to roll out next year. [Vogue UK]

Target is at it again with a fresh round of diffusion lines. Eugenia Kim’s designer hats will hit stores and the web on April 18. Cynthia Vincent’s limited edition shoe collection will also be available sometime in April, with a range of footwear from high heels to flats. [Fashionista]

Handbag designer Jessica Jensen held her Spring 2010 preview on Friday night at the Thrush Holmes Empire gallery on Toronto’s Queen St. West. Jensen displayed the collection alongside works by her artist husband, Joshua Jensen-Nagle and both explored the same theme: the calm after the storm.

Jensen’s collection of simply-shaped totes, clutches and satchels was crafted from basket-woven leather and wave-like panels in soft greys, seafoam, purples, citrus green and blush.

When shopping for a work bag, size is a key factor—after all, they can’t all be cute clutches—but it still has to look good. Which one is your pick for the new season? VOTE NOW!

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Coach’s vibrant new Poppy collection (coach.com) has finally hit stores with its playful take on classic handbags and accessories.

If your dad is anything like mine, he can be trouble to buy for.  To help you in your quest for the perfect Father’s Day gift, I’ve detailed a few great finds from around Vancouver:

Bailey of Hollywood’s Sydney (above, $109), is the perfect hat for a dapper dad.  Available at Granville Island’s emporium of headpieces, Edie Hats (1666 Johnston St., Suite 4 The Netloft, Granville Island 604-683-4280), this panama hat is woven from toquilla palm fibers and features a teardrop crown and a rich navy sash. Definitely a piece from dad’s wardrobe that I would borrow!

Despite living in a fast-paced city, the concept of craftsmanship isn’t something that exists only at the pioneer village. To wear and produce handmade goods in a mass-produced world is a bold statement, which is why the D.I.Y. aesthetic is often referenced by the likes of Vivienne Westwood and Marc Jacobs. Handicrafts have never been trendier and highlights from my latest visit to Toronto’s One of a Kind Show (oneofakindshow.com) provide an up-to-date snapshot of the city’s arts and crafts scene.