FASHION Magazine

Whether it’s between shows or between castings, top models are often snapped in laid-back outfits that include lots of leather, a good pair of boots and of course, an It bag. We wish we knew their secret on how to make dressing on-trend look effortless. Here’s our guide of cool-girl essentials that will have you looking like you are a model off duty.

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By Allyssia Alleyne and Lauren Chan

Does being fashion obsessed require us to be technologically apt? Internet juggernaut Google seems to think so. Their newly released iPad application Google Catalogues proves it. The multifaceted app lets users browse digital versions of apparel, beauty, jewellery, and home décor catalogues. Users can also find products in nearby stores, discover new brands, and receive notifications when new products from their favourite labels arrive in store. What can’t Google do? Apparently, they can’t provide us Canadians the same access, as Google Catalogues is not yet available in our iTunes store. Merde! Fortunately for us, there are a number of fashion apps making their way to the market that should do more than satisfy.

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Welcome to our new feature, “What’s in your bag?” Each week, we’ll be taking a look at the most commonly used items by our editors: bags! Sometimes snazzy and sometimes a tad worn down, our bags—and what’s in them—give you a little peek into our personal quirks. First up, we’re sneaking a peek into editor-in-chief Bernadette Morra’s gorgeous Chanel 2.55 flap handbag.

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Looking for an app to keep up with the big day? Of course you are! We’ve compiled a little list for you to flick through of the best royal wedding apps out there.

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By Corrine Aberdeen

When I went to Toronto’s flagship Nike recently store to learn about the new Nike+ GPS iPhone app ($1.99 on iTunes), I prayed that they wouldn’t ask me to run. Thankfully they didn’t, but after inspecting the application I actually wished they had.