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Johnson Hartig’s label isn’t fashion’s only Libertine. Joining the South Granville retail rise is Libertine Boutique (2715 Granville St., 604-732-7311, libertineboutique.ca). Owner Suma Men Peever, a lawyer in her past life, has an eye for timeless pieces. Her lineup—available in a palette of modern neutrals, from nudes and greys to marine and evergreen—includes Irwin & Jordan, Kristina Ti, Isabel Benenato and Nude. Looking for party attire? Snag one of Sophie Theallet’s resort frocks, a statement Iosselliani necklace or a metallic python purse from Sang A. This boutique also carries a selection of French perfumes, lingerie and homewares, so you can shop for gifts too.

Montreal’s Queen of Fashion has a one-of-a-kind style that’s recognizable from coast to coast. Since starting her eponymous collection nearly 25 years ago, Marie Saint Pierre (mariesaintpierre.com) has opened two boutiques and caught the attention of countless fashion lovers. Here, she talks about her latest project: a holiday capsule collection for Reitmans, the tried-and-true Canadian retailer.

This dress is no regular LBD. It’s super minimalist, squared shouldered, and it’s unexpected pique fabric sets it apart from the rest ($60, zara.com)

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From tangelo orange to indigo blue, the season’s coolest clique of colours is rainbow bright in a variety of unexpected coats, sweaters, and tunics.

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A tough-girl take on an LBD that’s perfect for holiday parties. ($28, canada.forever21.com)

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Add Vancouver’s Allison Wonderland to the growing list of Earth-loving labels. This fall, designer Allison Smith launches a sister collection, Pillar (pillarclothing.com). With a name inspired by Lewis Carroll’s hookah-smoking caterpillar, the line features five easy-to-wear pieces in eco-friendly fabrics, such as the hemp-blend Soda Dress (shown, $190). Weekend casual just got cuter—and you can feel good about buying it.

A sleeveless striped dress that practically screams, “Va va voom!” ($60, jacob.ca)

Take a hint from Givenchy couture with this cream lace dress. ($40, hm.com)

A classic nautical colour combo gets a laid-back hippie makeover. ($28, canada.forever21.com)

We interrupt your holiday shopping to remind you that New Year’s Eve will be here in short order and you need to secure an outfit. It’s perfect timing to take advantage of French Connection‘s 40 per cent off sale, which, until Friday, will net you this sequin-spattered LBD for only $77 (canada.frenchconnection.com)

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It seems the whole world has gone gaga for Kate Middleton. The princess-to-be has been the subject of numerous articles, blog posts and tweets with “princess watch” hitting astronomical proportions. The latest question on everyone’s lips is “Who will design Kates’s wedding dress?” Women’s Wear Daily asked 29 designers, including Karl Lagerfeld, Prabal Gurung, Jason […]

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Leighton Meester wore a pleated velvet Versus dress with Pierre Hardy Circle platform sandals in Madrid at a Herbal Essence photocall. What do you think of Meester’s ode to the LBD? Vote after the jump.