FASHION Magazine

One of the first designers I interviewed about five years ago was Jude Feller, the mastermind behind Lily & Jae (lilyandjae.com). A background in film and TV costuming meant superb technical skills and the brand was soon worn by the likes of intelligent, gorgeous Canadian actress Sarah Polley, who described it oh-so-many years ago as “perfect for the tomboy flirting with the idea of being girly.”

Lily & Jae’s Spring 2010 collection is a Thelma & Louise take on the great escape.  The look is desert chic: Southwest prints, denim stubbies, chambray skirts, tiered dresses, pretty blouses and an eyelet that looks especially fresh as a bomber jacket. Click the images below to view a gallery. The line hits stores in […]

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Vancouver

The Art of Giving is throwing a group show to benefit Our Social Fabric. Original artwork from top Vancouver designers in a cash and carry sale. (Grace-Gallery, 1898 Main St., Vancouver, December 16, 7 to 11 p.m., RSVP rsvptheartofgiving@gmail.com).

Dace with Lily & Jae sample sale. (December 11, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., 300 – 76 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, 604-694-2442, via facebook).

Toronto

Vancouver

Dace with Lily & Jae sample sale. (December 11, 11am-8pm, 300 – 76 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, 604-694-2442, via facebook).

National

Holts Designer Sale: Up to 50% off men’s and women’s fall/winter fashion and accessories. (December 3 until December 24, at all Holt Renfrew locations except Last Call, holtrenfrew.com).

Toronto

Like most female Vancouverites, I struggle with seasonal transitions in the wardrobe department–especially the change from spring to summer.  After searching for sensible investments during the recession (do I really need those BCBG stilettos?), I found a clothing line to quench my thirst for practicality, versatility and fun–Lily + Jae (lilyandjae.com).