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See all 100 holiday dresses under $100 » Now that you’ve gone through our massive holiday gift guide and scored the perfect Christmas present for your loved ones, it’s time to shift focus and give yourself a little attention. Cue the eggnog, gingerbread and flowing champagne as the holiday cocktail parties begin to fill up […]

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See our top warm jacket picks of the season » If our fall trend guide taught you anything, it’s that outerwear was in full effect on the Fall 2014 runways. This is good news as us Canadians tend to feel the harsher side of winter (remember last year’s Polar Vortex?) and no one wants to […]

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See our list of wardrobe upgrades »

By a certain age, it’s safe to assume that any fashion-minded woman would own at least a few wardrobe staples. The little black dress that takes you from day to night? Check. The quintessential It bag you’ve dreamed about since childhood? Check (if you’re lucky). But now that you’ve got ’em, what’s next? With summer in full swing (and sales going on everywhere), there’s no better time to upgrade. From fun statement heels to chic varsity jackets to this season’s much-coveted ’90s slip dress, we draw up a list of 10 new classics every woman should have in their wardrobe. Still hankering for a breakdown of practical buys? We’ve got a solid list that will last a lifetime, too.

In the world of top bloggers, Cupcakes and Cashmere’s Emily Schuman reigns supreme. Known for her eclectic and down-to-earth style, the Los Angeles-based blogger has turned her massive following into a book, a collaboration with Estée Lauder and now a capsule collection for Club Monaco.

Blending her practical yet très chic approach with the brand’s own flawless street style meets high fashion aesthetic, the blogger has created a 6-piece collection full of functional pieces just ripe for spring.

Check out the Ela for Club Monaco collaboration here »

From high fashion brands to artists, mass retailers just love a good designer collaboration. And while Target and H&M may be the ones that first come to mind, Club Monaco has quietly been doing their own collabo thing since 2012, when they brand launched its “Makers & Muse” series. Previously working with such designers as Mark McNairy and Jane Mayle, Toronto-based handbag line Ela has just joined the ranks.

Launched on Monday, the Club Monaco and Ela collaboration features three handbags designed exclusively by Canadian design duo Ela and Martin Aldorsson. The mini collection includes a reworked neutral color blocked version of their M.I.L.C.K (money/identification/lipstick/cell/keys) and Editor’s Pouch Star clutch as well as a black version of their Scandi Drawstring Stud bag.

See all the Christmas gift ideas for women »

The holiday season is here and the ladies in your life deserve a little spoiling. Whether you’re shopping for mom, a best pal or your partner in crime, we’ve pre-empted the pre-holiday panic with 45 carefully selected Christmas gift ideas for women under $250. This gift guide is not only versatile but also completely shoppable with just a few clicks!

For the vixen in training, The Lady Eve is a comedic Old Hollywood lesson in badassery courtesy of Barbara Stanwyck. And what’s a vixen without the perfect pout: Tarte’s LipSurgence collector set is sure to fit the bill for even the biggest lipstick queen. For the girl who loves a little sparkle, we’ve found a glittering gem-packed set of J.Crew earrings and a Eugenia Kim floral headband perfect for special events season. Is she fashion obsessed? Have no fear, this season’s trends are perfectly wrapped up with a bright red all Seeing Eye Kenzo wallet, an Aztec print MinkPink jacket and pink bow-tied Ted Baker gloves. What’s more, Fabien Baron’s Kate Moss photo book is the ideal for holiday ogling.

See all the Christmas hostess gift ideas »

It’s no easy feat playing hostess around the holiday season. Bringing together family and friends means you’re a hosting ninja catering to varying culinary preferences all while making sure the perfect seasonal aromas are floating in the air. If you’re a guest in the coming weeks and on the hunt for the perfect thank you, we’ve got 52 Christmas hostess gift ideas to comb through all under $100.

For the nervous first timer, we’ve found a guide to hosting a dinner party that would be a perfect manual to the holidays. With all the goodies your hostess will buy, Baggu bags are an eco-friendly way to carry around the Christmas haul. The little details that create the perfect atmosphere are key to making the season’s get together memorable. Imagine gifting an “eat me” cookie stamp to use on late night treats or placecard holders for an added personal touch. For the cheese lover, a set of knives finished with an antler-like handle would look great next to the cheese board.

Shop our covetable coat picks »

Ever since the street style stars visually showered us with coats after coats after coats during London Fashion Week, all we’ve been able to think about is getting our hands on fall’s most popular piece. The weather may still be a little on the warm side, but we’re ready to add some layers with a topper that’s chic, oversized and on-trend. Naturally, we made our way over to our shopping site to see what’s in store—and share the best of the selection with you. From the perfect pink shade to playful prints, here are 10 covetable coats that will give your fall look a stylish boost.

See our list of summer dresses under $100 »

The best day of the year is finally here. Or at least one of them. With the promise of rising temps, sunshine and outdoor activities nearly ready to deliver, we thought we’d get you sartorially prepped. Shorts, crop tops and overalls may make keep you cool in the hot sticky weather, nothing beats a pretty summer dress. (Plus, it makes deciding what to wear in the morning that much less stressful.)

Whether you’re hitting summer’s first pool party enjoying an iced latte with on your neighbourhood patio, we have you prepared to look cute and flirty for any event this season. From floral prints to lace to sexy cutouts, we’ve got you summer ready with 30 of the sweetest summer dresses. Oh, did we also mention they are all under $100? You’re welcome.

Toronto original Club Monaco has announced plans to launch its first-ever shoe collection due this August. Our opinion? It’s about time! As serious fans of the sophisticated retailer, we couldn’t be more excited for the line which promises 25 Italian-made styles which will come in everything from snakeskin to pony hair. In terms of design, […]

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See our 10 favourite warm jackets »

In the wintertime, often the most important article of clothing you own is a warm winter jacket. Buying a winter coat is an important investment, but with so many options it can sometimes be a difficult decision. Since it’s the one item of winter clothing you’ll end up wearing the most, you will want to find one that you genuinely love. But it also has to be practical and actually keep you warm.

For those of you looking to update your outerwear these last few months of winter, we’ve selected 12 warm jackets that will keep you on-trend and help you brave the frigid Canadian weather. From this season’s take on parkas to the perfect knee-length jacket, these coats will help you make it to spring in style.

Go inside the new Yorkdale Shopping Centre »

“My mom went to Yorkdale and all she got me was olive oil.” That’s what my twenty-month old son might say, if he could talk. But jokes aside, the $185 million expansion to Yorkdale Shopping Centre, complete with heavy hitter nation-wide firsts, is enough to cause serious shopper anxiety: Too much choice.

New to Canada, and Yorkdale, are Kate Spade, Loft, Microsoft, Ted Baker and Tesla Motors (yes, THE car dealer). More familiar retailers sharing the 145,000 square foot addition include Diesel, Ann Taylor, Hugo Boss and Wilfred to name a very few. Holt Renfrew will unveil its new digs in the new year.