A store that stole my heart

On another unnecessary shopping trip of mine, I stumbled upon a new store (well new location at least) called Durumi & Chocolate Shoes that is one of the cutest little Queen West shops I've seen in a while! They have an adorably eclectic selection of shoes, apparel and accessories that are a perfect combination of fun, artistic and unique. The apparel all incorporates various prints, fabrics and textures and puts a darling twist on ordinary pieces. The accessories are one-of-a-kind (I think, don't quote me on that!) and feature everything from fabric earrings to the cutest pocket-watch-necklaces you've ever seen (including one with an Audrey Hepburn print case and one in the shape of a robot!) and even one of my personal favourite new trends- shoe clips! As far as the chocolate shoes part of the store goes, they perfectly compliment the style and tone of the apparel and accessories and have a plethora of sweet ballerina flats, sassy heels and everything inbetween, all with unique twists on your favourite basics in colours that look good enough to eat. Incase you haven't picked up on it, I completely fell for this store's charm! Definitely a must-see store for anyone who is visiting or lives in Toronto (located at Queen and Spadina)!

What I bought:

Skinny belt with bow- $21

 

Lipstick pen- $2

Sweater dress with ruffle detail- originally $79, on sale for $19

Ruffle detail close-up

May need to go back for one of those watch-necklaces...

From Runway to Kanye

We always knew that Kanye West would do just about anything to get attention, but wearing women's clothing was probably the last thing anyone expected from him. Kanye made a splash at the recent Coachella music fest in the blue silk foulard print shirt from Celine's summer 2011 womenswear collection, but I must say that had I not seen the runway picture I probably would have never given Kanye's outfit a second thought. What can I say, he kinda rocked it. If I was going to do a who wore it better, I think I'd need to give it to Kanye. Who knows, maybe he'll start a trend.

A hidden gem in the heart of Toronto's fashion district

If you're living in Toronto or planning on visiting sometime soon and love unique, one-of-a-kind vintage pieces you might want to stop by Camelot Antiques vintage jewelry store located in the fashion district at Queen and Augusta right beside Arton Beads. I stumbled upon it a couple weeks ago when a necklace in the window caught my eye. The quaint shop is strictly cash only but has an impressive selection of vintage necklaces, broaches, earrings, rings and more for very reasonable prices. And if nothing else, stop in just to enjoy some witty banter with the quirky owners. By the time I had left I was $100 poorer but richer in fabulous one of a kind accessories! Here are a couple of the treasures I found there.

 

Hello Kitty, Hello Yummy

As much as I wish I could take credit for all of these (or even just one), but alas, I remain but a humble admirer. I just recently "liked" the official Hello Kitty page on facebook (I know, I know, what took me so long!?) and I came across their album entitled "Yummy!" that is all photographs of Hello Kitty themed/ inspired food creations. I was so enamored with them that I couldn't help but post some of the more impressive creations that are so adorable and so well done that I would probably feel bad taking even the tiniest little bite out of! I guess we'll never know if they taste as good as they look, but when they look THIS good, does it really even matter?

via Hello Kitty on Facebook

Makeup application gets high-tech

For all you makeup fiends out there here is a new and exciting way to apply makeup- via airbrush! Berlin-based cosmetics company Uslu Airlines has come out with a line of airbrush makeup and this video to show you how fun and easy it can be to create awesome looks using airbrush and stencil techniques. Who knows, maybe this is the future of makeup! Definitely worth a look!

uslu airlines inflight video 6.0 'teaser' from Uslu Airlines on Vimeo.

via highsnobette

Deconstruction/ Reconstruction: Jacket Becomes Skirt

Start with a jacket.
Take it apart.
Turn jacket front into skirt front.
Turn jacket back into skirt back.
Turn one sleeve into side wedges.
Turn lining into ruffles.
Turn the other sleeve into waistband.
Turn bottom contrast band into decorative belt loops.
Put sleeve heads between bottom contrast band and jacket scrap to make padded bow.
Add buttons to belt loops and pockets.
Ta-da-- skirt!

Before

After

After (side view)

After (back view)

Fashion + Technology

This is one of the cutest things I've seen in a while! Marc by Marc Jacobs never ceases to amaze me with the super adorable and fun things he comes out with. My new faves are this series of Marc by Marc Jacobs 2G USB keychains in Mr. and Ms. Marc characters or lip shapes. Fun and functional and affordable to boot! Now your computer can be just as cute and stylish as you are!