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THAT'S ALL SHE WROTE: LAST DMD BLOG POST
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It might be a blip on the global fashion map, but Edmonton does have its own flavour when it comes to style. Chic and unique stores at all price-points, extremely talented designers and fashionistas taking style risks all exist in this city. I'm on a mission to find them! Stay tuned... _________...
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BRAND ALERT: LAPARKA
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BRAND ALERT: LAPARKA
Canadian winter-wear design icon Linda Lundstrom went out of business in 2008, and to the loyalists who donned her coats since 1974, no other brand has come close to filling her place.  Here's my good news of the day. Lundstrom's most popular design, the Laparka, is back. In fact,...
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: ELIZABETH BERNARDIN OF BLUSHED BEAUTE
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: ELIZABETH BERNARDIN OF BLUSHED BEAUTE
She's in Simons is a blog series produced in collaboration with Canadian fashion brand, Simons. We're profiling inspiring Alberta creatives who celebrate style through their work and wardrobes. This instalment was photographed by Nicole Ashley at the Blushed Beaute Studio.&nbs...
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HIGH LOW GIFT GUIDE
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HIGH LOW GIFT GUIDE
If you're like me, you do your holiday shopping a week before Christmas. So, like, right now. Here's some ideas for every budget.1. The Socialite Package from Blushed Beaute $2,000Hair & Makeup for a year's worth of parties? Yes please.  2. DKNY Snake Print Backpack $476My favourite p...
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WEEKEND PLANS: LICENSE TO SCHMOOZE
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WEEKEND PLANS: LICENSE TO SCHMOOZE
This Saturday, November 21 The Fine Art of Schmoozy returns! Schmoozy is Latitude 53's annual super soiree and fundraiser with proceeds supporting the contemporary art gallery's exhibitions and programming. It's a guaranteed good time with live music (there's an inevitable dance pa...
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: MONICA GAULT OF POPPY BARLEY
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: MONICA GAULT OF POPPY BARLEY
She's in Simons is a blog series produced in collaboration with Canadian fashion brand, Simons. We're profiling inspiring Alberta creatives who celebrate style through their work and wardrobes. This instalment was photographed by the very talented Carmyn Joy at the P...
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#FACEFORWARD WITH CLINIQUE
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#FACEFORWARD WITH CLINIQUE
Video by Jillian Schecher Studio  /  Music by Bebop Cortez Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working with Clinique and LOU LOU Magazine on their #FaceForward campaign, a Canada-wide storytelling project encouraging brave, bold and beautiful women to share their inspiring stories on ho...
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: AMOR CARANDANG OF HUNT AMOR
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SHE'S IN SIMONS: AMOR CARANDANG OF HUNT AMOR
She's in Simons is a blog series produced in collaboration with Canadian retail icon, Simons. We're profiling inspiring Alberta creatives who celebrate style through their work and wardrobes. This instalment was beautifully photographed by Alyssa Lau of Ordinary People&nb...
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WARDROBE UPDATES: FALL 2015 ACCESSORIES
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WARDROBE UPDATES: FALL 2015 ACCESSORIES
Investing in a few key and classic pieces is the quickest way to warm up your wardrobe for the fall chill. Some Dress Me Dearly trend favourites this season include structured backpacks, wide-brimmed felt hats and animal print footwear. a) Slip-on Oxfords in Cobra and Black Nubuck from Poppy Barl...
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TIME FOR SUSTAINABLE THINKING: EDMONTON FASHION STARTUP, BERG + BETTS
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TIME FOR SUSTAINABLE THINKING: EDMONTON FASHION STARTUP, BERG + BETTS
Meet Emily Fee and Jessie Atkins, the savvy, design-minded best friends behind Edmonton-based, eco-chic accessory line, Berg + Betts.  With a shared passion for sustainability, community and creativity, the two brainstormed a timely new concept – handmade, cost-friendly watches fr...
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