by Jennifer on November 15, 2010
From fall to winter to spring, the most comfortable and chicest way to travel around Europe and North America is in the classic riding boot. Wear them on the plane to save luggage space and they will be you go-to footwear option for day and casual dinners at night. Here are a few of our favourite boots that are stylish and ideal for travel.
Stuart Weitzman Riding Boot, $655
You can’t go wrong with a chic pair of Stuart Weitzman boots and this pair will go with anything.
Spring Boot, $89
The colour of these boots from Spring caught our attention and if you’re looking for a casual tan coloured boot to add to your wardrobe these will do the trick without breaking the bank.
Ralph Lauren Sebrina Riding Boot, $1,150
One word comes to mind when looking at these dark brown Ralph Lauren boots — love. They are chic and will pair perfectly with denim or skinny black pants.
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by Stephanie on November 11, 2010
If you’re not already a watch person, we promise you’ll change your mind after seeing these six stylish versions. We love a gold chunky men’s-inspired piece or a sleek classic style to accessorize an outfit — plus it’s completely practical. The reality is when you’re travelling (unless you’re on a beach and the only clock you care about is the sun), timing can be the difference between missing an important dinner reservation and getting room service. And let’s not forget the airport. Yes, there’s always your cell phone to check the time, but a watch is also a great accessory and one that’s worth the investment considering you’ll probably wear it almost every day. Here are six we love.
Michael Kors Rose Golden Chronograph Watch, $250
You can’t go wrong with a Michael Kors watch. There are so many versions we love, but this rose gold one caught our eye. It’s a pretty alternative to plain gold.
Nixon The Ceramic 42-20 Watch, $500
Swiss-made, a white ceramic watch is super classic and will take you from season to season. Less dressier than gold, it’s a perfect day option. Available at net-a-porter.com.
Freelook Oversized Watch, $250
Your classic oversized men’s-inspired watch in gold can definitely be worn day or night. Available at shopbop.com. READ MORE
by Jennifer on October 24, 2010
We’re definitely fans of the cozy cardigan for travelling. Nothing seems to compare to wrapping yourself up with one on a chilly over night flight, and it’s also the perfect layering piece. Our current fave? DKNY’s Cozy — a multi-purpose cardi/wrap that is made from a super soft cashmere silk blend. Not sold yet? How about the amazing cut and shape that allows you to wear the wrap in 12 different styles? Depending on how you tie it, wrap it or belt it, you can make multiple outfits with this one luxe item. Check out the DKNY website for the different looks. We’re partial to the smoky grey and deep purple shades. So the nearly $200 price tag seems like pennies when you think of how much use you will get out of this piece. And think of all the space you’ll save in your suitcase … so you can fit in more shoes, of course.
DKNY Cozy wrap sweater, $195, available at dkny.donnakaran.com.
by Jennifer on September 23, 2010
The ultimate travel accessory is the classic trench coat. It can take you from day to night, chilly weather and rain, plus it’s perfect for crisp fall days. There’s really not another coat that fits a woman’s silhouette as well and is quite as feminine as a trench. You can get them in every shade imaginable, but we love the traditional beige and grey neutrals that will go with absolutely everything in your suitcase. Here are 5 of our favourites of this travel essential, from $109 to $1400.
Zara Double Breasted Rain Coat
Price: $109
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by Stephanie on September 15, 2010
While in Boston strolling along Newbury Street, we found a shop we absolutely adored — Pinkyotto. The shop was jam-packed with stylish women browsing through the hundreds of dresses hanging on the racks. As soon as we starting perusing ourselves, we kept finding dress after dress we immediately wanted. Colourful fabrics in all shades, from black and white to bright pink, in a variety of silhouettes were to be found. Aside from solid hues, patterned frocks in polka dots, stripes, floral and animal prints are just a taste of what they offer. READ MORE
by Stephanie on September 8, 2010
APC Merino Wool Belted Cardigan
We like to think of cardigans as being a seasonless addition to your travel wardrobe. Cool airplanes, indoor airconditioning and the chills that come with being overtired, calls for a cozy coverup (and a scarf too). We’ve found 6 cardigans perfect for layering over a cotton tee with your favourite pair of jeans or leggings. Throw on a pair of shades and flats and you’ve got yourself the perfect travel outfit. Plus these cute cardigans are easily wearable on a crisp fall day.
1. APC Merino Wool Belted Cardigan, $340, net-a-porter.com
This midnight-blue three-quarter length sleeves cardigan is a nice light option, yet thanks to the fabric will keep you warm without the bulk.
2. J.Crew Abbraccio Cardigan, $298, jcrew.com
Dropped shoulders, an oversized shawl collar, long sleeves and a hip length make this the ultra-comfy travel sweater. We love the oliver shimmer shade too.
J.Crew Abbraccio Cardigan
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by Stephanie on August 19, 2010
Daria Sleeve
When it comes to toting around your travel essentials – we’re talking laptops, passports, travel docs, credit cards, etc, — style and function are top requirements. One line we think that perfectly accomplishes this is the luxury English brand Mulberry. We love what Creative Director Emma Hill has done since taking the helm in 2008. Besides creating the iconic Alexa bag after model and girl-about-town Alexa Chung, she also designed the Daria line of bags, which is on our fall list of must-haves. READ MORE
by Stephanie on August 4, 2010
Teeny Weeny Bikini is just off Hwy 141 in the village of Rosseau
We can’t think of anything better than escaping the heat of the city and heading up north for some true R&R. One of our favourite places is Muskoka, which we fell in love with long before its celebrity cottagers put this northern Ontario destination on the map about 10 years ago. On Lake Rosseau you’ll find the likes of Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Martin Short, and Lisa Rinna who all own property, while many of their famous friends have come to stay including Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg and Cindy Crawford.
Aside from the celebrity-gazing, Muskoka has a lot to offer including an adorable shop you must stop into if you pass through the village of Rosseau. Started in 2005 by Ashley Eady, Teeny Weeny Bikini has expanded from what was once an itsy-bitsy cabin into what is now a 10 X 16 ft boutique selling everything from her original bathing suits to vintage home goods, quirky accessories and other Canadian designers clothing. READ MORE
by Jennifer on July 16, 2010
Fold A Sole flats
We’ve all been there … we’ve packed the cutest shoes for a vacation and they look amazing until we walk out of the hotel lobby. We all want to look stylish while travelling, right? Then suddenly our toes are cramped, our heels are aching and we’re just dying to get our feet into super comfy flats. If we could carry our fave pair of flats around all the time, we would. But let’s be honest, we tote around enough stuff in our oversized bags as it is and we’re all about travelling with just the necessities. Well, our prayers have been answered with Fold A Sole portable emergency flats. READ MORE
by Jennifer on July 16, 2010
Rachel Zoe Travel Set
In a quest to find the perfect travel set to carry our jewellery, delicates and laundry, we stumbled across this pretty set from Lapin Vilardi. Hand-picked by the ever-stylish Rachel Zoe, we knew we found a winner with this adorable set which includes a roll-up jewellery bag, a laundry bag and a bikini bag. Pretty pink and black flowers make it ultra cute, but even better, the bikini bag is waterproof, washable and has a zipper closure. If you’re a jet setter, this set is a must on your travel essential list. It keeps you organized, protects your accessories and looks fab all in one.
Now if only we could pack Rachel Zoe as well.
Available at lapinvilardi.com.
