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It’s Canada’s Next Top Model meets The Amazing Race as the girls travel to New York City to make the go-see rounds.

Big Silver Haired Brother is watching: The creepy Jay Mail says, “I can see you, but can you see me?” Do you think it’s one of the apartment’s many Jay-inspired art pieces. Chills.

Actually: Jay’s at the CN Tower–with a brunette Rebecca Hardy. Nikita doesn’t “do heights well” or elevators. It’s always something.  Says Jay, “Kinda looks like the view from my apartment in New York.Would you guys like to see what my apartment view looks like? Well, I mean I could show you a picture or you could just GO TO NEW YORK CITY?” I doubt they’ll actually go to his apartment.

Back in February the fashion blogerati were all chattering wildly about the newly (and now no longer) redheaded Coco Rocha gunning around New York Fashion Week wielding a mic. The Canadian mannequin was on assignment for E! Canada, chronicling her life during fashion’s holy week and interviewing a barrage of personalities. The results, Coco Rocha Fashion Attack NYC, which airs tonight at 10 p.m. EST on E! (check your local listings), are an hour-long chronicle of model mayhem—makeup at DVF, a fitting at Michael Kors, agent meetings and house parties.

While we’ve all been busy shopping our closets, smaller designers have been hit hard by our new spendthrift habits. In New York, fashion news website Refinery29 decided to speak up for the little guys (and gals) by launching Save Fashion (savefashion.com), a pop-up boutique in the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan’s Garment District.

  

I visited New York for the first time last week, and the bounty of boutiques and shops for every taste really blew me away. It really is endless.

When I compare New York and Vancouver, I question which of these two places I prefer. In New York, the world is at a fashionista’s fingertips. The variety of styles available is incredibly exciting. But then I wonder what there is to look forward to in the world, if you already have it all. In that respect, being in New York gave me a greater sense of fondness and appreciation for Vancouver’s boutiques. Their rarity makes them that much more special.

Mosha Lundström Halbert snapped a bevy of Lovelies at New York Fashion Week, including New York stylist Kate Lanphear, pictured above. Check out the full slideshow!

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Did you dig Marc Jacobs’s ode to the eighties club kid? Or Rodarte’s organic vision? Do you love the classic Americana of Michael Kors or Ralph Lauren? Check out our coverage of the New York shows and tell us your favourite in the comments.

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My last day to take a bite out of the Big Apple begins with an early call time at Ralph Lauren.  I take in the rise ’n’ shine chicettes with glee—fresh blow-outs, furs and fabulous shoes.

Don’t you just love starting the day with a tea and a little Tommy?

My first show of the day was Tommy Hilfiger, but before I talk clothes, I must talk crushes. My main squeeze—well, officially Diane Kruger’s—is Joshua Jackson. He brought along his million-dollar smile, baby face and jet black Wayfarers (and Kruger).  Aw, Pacey….you’re all grown up but dang, you have that boyish charm down pat.

How did my Thursday begin?  With substance and a touch of glamour at Michael Kors. Think neo-classics, sculptural details, lean trousers, graphic bareness and lots of golden camel and olive green. (And of course, black—the go-to shade for the chic elite.)

Theme for the day: Running in heels. And no, I am not speaking of Marie Claire‘s highly anticipated new reality show, but rather my crazy day. My late-night Walgreens run for gel foot cushions will have been worth it.

Up first was Matthew Williamson where front-rowers included Rachel Zoe, Monet Mazur, Joy Bryant (who is quickly becoming the female Kanye West of Fashion Week by showing up to absolutely everything). Oh, and I can’t forget Eva Longoria Parker looking petite but packing some major bling power.

There’s nothing quite like a lovely brekkie at the Gramercy Park Hotel Roof Club and Garden with the Topshop family, headed up by Sir Philip Green, who flew across the pond to brief us fashion folk on the forthcoming launch of the Topshop and Topman NYC flagship. First thoughts on the new spring collection: flirty fun. Think itsy-bitsy floral prints, shimmer, short-shorts, and of course Kate Moss’s rock ’n’ rolla bombers, sequined drop-waist dresses and skinny denim so slim that Ms. Moss herself might have to take a deep breath. Book your flights now for the April 2 opening. Oh, and when asked about a possible Canadian launch, Sir Philip predicted anywhere from six to nine months. Clear your credit cards now. Seems as though some shops really are recession-proof.

Judging from the colourful assortment of YSL bags, Marni necklaces and Louboutin ankle booties trotting around fashion week, the Bryant Park tents appear to be recession-proof. Whispers throughout the day said otherwise, with editors and buyers repeatedly asking “Where is everybody this season?” But it’s early, so I am decidedly optimistic (despite my NYC-approved all black ensemble).