tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17474776942659752092024-03-13T23:09:27.639-03:00strawberries and champagneWelcome to the world of strawberries and champagne.
I've loved fashion for as long as i can remember, and love nothing more than creating the latest looks from bargain finds.
I'd love to chat all things fashion with you so please connect with me via Twitter @strawberrychamp/@leebrux or via email @ strawaberriesandchampers@gmail.comstrawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.comBlogger164125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-77215485968618784552011-05-27T12:51:00.000-03:002011-05-27T12:51:00.256-03:00Convertible Clothes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/LymfEbnhDEE?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br />
A really interesting video on <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1389087/Anastasia-dress-Vanessa-Knoxs-gown-worn-10-different-ways.html">convertible clothing</a>. A good idea (if it looks good on the average woman - not just a model). This is something I would love to try out to see how it looks.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-62622247559421230742011-05-26T15:55:00.000-03:002011-05-26T15:55:06.481-03:00Target!Yay, <a href="http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2011/05/26/target-canadian-stores.html">Target</a> is coming to Nova Scotia!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-33317595518509607002011-05-26T13:00:00.001-03:002011-05-26T13:00:07.236-03:005 Things I Want for Summer!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>1.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Crazy 70's Style Flares</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yRTGVbAsV_c/Td0z6X31aPI/AAAAAAAAAd4/SbS6dAQrPCc/s1600/Etro.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-yRTGVbAsV_c/Td0z6X31aPI/AAAAAAAAAd4/SbS6dAQrPCc/s320/Etro.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Etro </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>A hardcore, rock biker chick trench</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C8EBfZ8_Iuc/Td0z9IGKHDI/AAAAAAAAAd8/3gQr7I4TSZM/s1600/Burberry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C8EBfZ8_Iuc/Td0z9IGKHDI/AAAAAAAAAd8/3gQr7I4TSZM/s320/Burberry.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i> Burberry</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>A flirty feminine dress </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ib19uAH3GDo/Td0z_r3Hs0I/AAAAAAAAAeA/EhuMUDUEslw/s1600/Colette+Dinnigan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ib19uAH3GDo/Td0z_r3Hs0I/AAAAAAAAAeA/EhuMUDUEslw/s320/Colette+Dinnigan.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Collette Dinnigan </i></div><div style="text-align: center;">(I love the one on the far left)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>4.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>A gorgeous, white outfit embellished with hundreds of beads and sequins</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lh4VvA5ISHo/Td00AyllRtI/AAAAAAAAAeE/poeOkhpej9o/s1600/Dolce+%2526+Gabanna.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lh4VvA5ISHo/Td00AyllRtI/AAAAAAAAAeE/poeOkhpej9o/s320/Dolce+%2526+Gabanna.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Dolce & Gabanna </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>5.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Anything in this gorgeous tangerine-peach colour! </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-y_16w9bd54o/Td00DD839hI/AAAAAAAAAeI/MVP4Nq6vW8g/s1600/Ellie+Saab.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-y_16w9bd54o/Td00DD839hI/AAAAAAAAAeI/MVP4Nq6vW8g/s320/Ellie+Saab.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Ellie Saab</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">{All Images Courtesy of <a href="http://www.vogue.mx/">Vogue</a>}</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-64273728295754159362011-05-25T13:39:00.000-03:002011-05-25T13:39:55.245-03:00Honestly...<div style="text-align: justify;">If I have to wear rubber boots and a rain jacket for much longer I'm going to be found sobbing on the streets of Halifax. I'm absolutely desperate to wear the clothes I bought for my Mexico trip, but they're still neatly folded away in my closet.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I may have to invest in some stylish rain wear to get me through the rainy Canadian spring. These rain booties by <a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B002LVUVNW/187-9723614-2481134?ie=UTF8&creative=395033&suppressRedirect=1&linkCode=asn&tag=endlesscj-20&creativeASIN=B002LVUVNW">Marvin K at Aquatalia</a> are just the ticket for this season!</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B002LVUVNW/187-9723614-2481134?ie=UTF8&creative=395033&suppressRedirect=1&linkCode=asn&tag=endlesscj-20&creativeASIN=B002LVUVNW" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="317" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Cz44Hyt2Vu4/Td0wrIu4PQI/AAAAAAAAAd0/1YbcVmlc9vE/s320/Boot.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-6538012687647241782011-03-31T14:45:00.001-03:002011-03-31T14:45:56.411-03:00Feeling Thrifty<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6NPUtFtzw-c/TZS9f0Rd1KI/AAAAAAAAAdo/WpRTnsKgF1w/s1600/Veer-LadyRene.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="55" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6NPUtFtzw-c/TZS9f0Rd1KI/AAAAAAAAAdo/WpRTnsKgF1w/s320/Veer-LadyRene.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Today was a good day for thrift store purchases! I managed to snag three skirts and a pair of trousers for $8!</div><br />
Photos to follow, just as soon as I get home...<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-22218545330350763082011-03-24T12:00:00.000-03:002011-03-24T12:00:06.931-03:00I'm Loving Orange<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm really loving orange this season. Here are a few of my favourite picks:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://images.asos.com/inv/media/4/4/7/8/1568744/red/image1xxl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://images.asos.com/inv/media/4/4/7/8/1568744/red/image1xxl.jpg" width="250" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"> <a href="http://www.asos.com/Vero-Moda-Very/Vero-Moda-Very-Belted-Sleeveless-Top/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1568744&cid=2623&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Red">Vero Moda Very Belted Sleeveless Top | ASOS</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/Vero-Moda-Very/Vero-Moda-Very-Belted-Sleeveless-Top/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1568744&cid=2623&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Red"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; line-height: 15px;">£</span>55 (Approx $88 CAD)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www4.assets-gap.com/Asset_Archive/ONWeb/Assets/Product/808/808878/big/on808878-00vliv01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www4.assets-gap.com/Asset_Archive/ONWeb/Assets/Product/808/808878/big/on808878-00vliv01.jpg" width="240" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=15292&vid=1&pid=808878">Women's Linen-Blend Roll-Up Dress | Old Navy</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://oldnavy.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=15292&vid=1&pid=808878"></a>$34.50</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www2.assets-gap.com/Asset_Archive/BRWeb/Assets/Product/803/803019/big/br803019-10vliv01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www2.assets-gap.com/Asset_Archive/BRWeb/Assets/Product/803/803019/big/br803019-10vliv01.jpg" width="240" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=51420&vid=1&pid=803019&scid=803019103">Full needle cardigan | Banana Republic</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=51420&vid=1&pid=803019&scid=803019103"></a>$59.99</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShop/images/catalog/32L09YOGE_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShop/images/catalog/32L09YOGE_large.jpg" width="213" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=2340353&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=orange&pageSize=200">LOIS Orange Suede Knot Detail Platform Sandals | Topshop</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=2340353&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=orange&pageSize=200"></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; line-height: 15px;">£</span>65 (Approx $103 CAD)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V5xqv96cjCM/TYtCnwKIrpI/AAAAAAAAAdk/MJALzRrTspQ/s1600/Joe+Fresh+-+Orange.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V5xqv96cjCM/TYtCnwKIrpI/AAAAAAAAAdk/MJALzRrTspQ/s320/Joe+Fresh+-+Orange.jpg" width="190" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://www.joefresh.com/en/clothing/spring_2011_collection/look_book/">Spring Orange | Joe Fresh</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://www.joefresh.com/en/clothing/spring_2011_collection/look_book/"></a>Striped T-Shirt - $24, Cargo Pants - $24, Check Shirt - $19</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-30289777654346681262011-03-17T19:00:00.002-03:002011-03-17T19:00:01.843-03:00For Japan With Love - #JapanTomorrow I will be participating in the <a href="http://www.forjapanwithlove.com/">Bloggers Day of Silence</a> for the disaster relief effort in Japan.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LtI6jQuPQuY/TYAsTW0MxVI/AAAAAAAAD08/b-LxSWsPGO0/s1600/forjapanwithlove_blog.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LtI6jQuPQuY/TYAsTW0MxVI/AAAAAAAAD08/b-LxSWsPGO0/s320/forjapanwithlove_blog.gif" width="176" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><i>Please <a href="http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/utterly-engaged/shelter-box-usa">donate</a> whatever you can to help the relief effort.</i></div><br />
My thoughts are with the people of Japan and their families around the world.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-23661757240641770972011-03-17T11:50:00.000-03:002011-03-17T11:50:00.582-03:00Prada Creepers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada_main.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="232" src="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada_main.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, the latest fashion fad to come of the runway is the Prada Creeper! The strange amalgamation of a brogue, an espadrille and a running shoe, this footwear is starting to cause a craze!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada2_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada2_1.jpg" width="220" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Prada stores received a few pairs of the shoes which sold out almost instantly. Now they are available on a pre-order basis. The shoes are totally customizable down to the colour and size of platform, and you can expect to receive your very own pair of Prada Creepers in only 6-8 weeks (perfect for the summer months, I hear you cry!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada1_0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/pub/21publish/f/fashion/prada1_0.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Retailing at over $800, they are definitely a luxury purchase. I'm interested to see which high street stores venture down this path. I'm undecided on this trend. They look funky in a strange sort of way, and you can tell they would be really comfortable. Hey, the even look good with a dress. I'm just not sure I could get on the bus in the morning without some people looking at me like I had gone crazy with three pairs of shoes and a glue gun!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">{Images Courtesy of <a href="http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2011/03/16/have-you-got-your-prada-creepers-yet.htm">Grazia Daily</a>}</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-14456384317433592982011-03-16T16:48:00.004-03:002011-03-16T16:48:00.575-03:00Lakme, Swedish Summer, and Pallavi Mohan<div style="text-align: justify;">I've been loosely following Lakme fashion week. I love to see the designs, but I find a lot of it isn't suited to our Western market.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I saw this design today though on the <a href="http://www.top10cinema.com/bollywoodgallery/9793/lakme-fashion-week-pallavi-mohan-show">Pallavi Mohan</a> show that would be perfect for the <a href="http://strawberriesandchampers.blogspot.com/2011/02/shopping-in-canada-swedish-summer-trend.html">Swedish Summer</a> trend. Look at that detailing and how it moved down the runway. Simply stunning.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Mohan has a great <a href="http://www.sify.com/news/tailormade-for-profits-designers-snip-pret-prices-imagegallery-others-ldqmBdibabj.html">philosophy</a> when it comes to her collections. She would rather more people wore her designs than just being considered as a prestige label. Therefore she has two collections. One high end Indian wear and a ready to wear, more affordable line. Making the brand accessible to everyone.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-20045590761891976742011-03-16T12:37:00.000-03:002011-03-16T12:37:00.361-03:00Love This... I Agree!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_li41jsI20F1qzwokwo1_r4_500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_li41jsI20F1qzwokwo1_r4_500.jpg" width="227" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{via <a href="http://blog.workisnotajob.com/post/3897448082/be-all-you-can-be-the-world-needs-your">workisnotajob</a>}</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-32241734516508397712011-03-16T10:27:00.000-03:002011-03-16T10:27:10.212-03:00Blue Skies and Club Monaco<div style="text-align: justify;">It's finally starting to feel like Spring. Two days of bright blue skies and sunshine. I even went out for a walk at lunchtime yesterday without fearing for my life (and my behind) on the icy paths.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I love this time of year. In February you feel like the winter is never going to end and then suddenly you see the first signs of Spring. The Winter boots and snow jacket are cast away for cuter, lighter styles and you actually start to feel stylish again!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Here are a few pieces from Club Monaco that will be fantastic for Spring!</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-0PFSYHeUhWI/TYC6H6tyDKI/AAAAAAAAAdY/pTFF9KXjt4s/s1600/Club+Monaco+Trousers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-0PFSYHeUhWI/TYC6H6tyDKI/AAAAAAAAAdY/pTFF9KXjt4s/s320/Club+Monaco+Trousers.jpg" width="128" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i> I'm desperate to find a pair of cute trousers like this to wear with brogues and heels this season. I can't find a pair that fits well though. </i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-QXZPI3LrfUQ/TYC6L5WyWII/AAAAAAAAAdc/N81nUaF3zbA/s1600/Club+Monaco+Dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-QXZPI3LrfUQ/TYC6L5WyWII/AAAAAAAAAdc/N81nUaF3zbA/s320/Club+Monaco+Dress.jpg" width="223" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I love the floaty maxi dress paired with the harder, more masculine heels. However, I would team this with a leather jacket instead of the safari style shirt.</i></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-49359698147415872212011-03-14T14:16:00.000-03:002011-03-14T14:16:51.314-03:00Weekend Purchases!<div style="text-align: justify;">Happy Monday! Over the weekend we ended up on a mini road trip to Moncton, which inevitably involve a wander around the shops! I initially went to try on the trousers I blogged about <a href="http://strawberriesandchampers.blogspot.com/2011/03/my-next-purchase-rolled-up-pant.html">earlier</a>. I initially wanted to grab the pale tan pair that were on the newspaper ad I found but my gaze was caught by a pair of vivid orange trousers that looked a lot similar to the Zara pair in my earlier post.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WyCyJeQVkgk/TW-9l1h518I/AAAAAAAAAcA/Nt2vw0GNXms/s1600/trousers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WyCyJeQVkgk/TW-9l1h518I/AAAAAAAAAcA/Nt2vw0GNXms/s320/trousers.jpg" width="159" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">However, as I always find to be the case in H&M. I couldn't find a size that fit well. One size was just a tiny bit snug and the next size up was so bit they fell down when I put them on! I did the tried and tested method or trying a few sizes on in case the measurements differed to no avail. In this case, $9.95 is definitely too cheap for a good pair of slacks!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, how to console myself?</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">With jewellery obviously!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Here are my purchases:</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-qeMRCff-af8/TX5KSDUzyYI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/wZCFWMMLxEE/s1600/IMG00257-20110312-2315.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-qeMRCff-af8/TX5KSDUzyYI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/wZCFWMMLxEE/s320/IMG00257-20110312-2315.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I saw this on one of the mannequins in the store window and ran in straight away to grab it. I hate real life bugs but love anything like this in necklace (not real) form. It has really lovely pastel colours on it. My new Summer staple necklace!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i6WxnVf40BY/TX5KlUPbSJI/AAAAAAAAAdU/ivydXpmR7W4/s1600/IMG00258-20110312-2316.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i6WxnVf40BY/TX5KlUPbSJI/AAAAAAAAAdU/ivydXpmR7W4/s320/IMG00258-20110312-2316.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I'm really low on gold earrings and accessories so I opted for this sparkly bow ring</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>and this value pack of gold and pearl earrings. Perfect!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lsncl7jA5JU/TX5KBZuWluI/AAAAAAAAAdI/a9HgwrYSm4A/s1600/IMG00259-20110312-2316.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lsncl7jA5JU/TX5KBZuWluI/AAAAAAAAAdI/a9HgwrYSm4A/s320/IMG00259-20110312-2316.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Purchases:</b> H&M, Moncton</div><div style="text-align: left;">Bug Necklace - $6.95</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gold Bow Ring - $6.95</div><div style="text-align: left;">9-Pair Pack of Gold/Pearl Earrings - $4.95 (bargain!)</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-2547989697738899292011-03-11T14:12:00.000-04:002011-03-11T14:12:54.321-04:00Strawberries and Champagne<a href="http://flavors.me/strawberrychamp">Strawberries and Champagne</a>: "Welcome to the world of Strawberries and Champagne! Here you will find the daily musings of an English gal living in Atlantic Canada, who is obsessed with trends & fashion."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-10854275895957877982011-03-09T11:10:00.001-04:002011-03-09T17:41:35.205-04:00Topshop Comes to Canada<div>Why does this have to be announced when The Bay is <a href="http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/story/2011/02/03/ns-bay-closing.html">closing in Halifax</a>, Nova Scotia?</div><div><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thestar.com/business/article/950978--the-bay-bringing-uk-fashion-stores-topshop-topman-to-canada">The Bay bringing UK fashion stores Topshop, Topman to Canada - thestar.com</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-85803284593039621012011-03-08T14:19:00.000-04:002011-03-08T14:19:11.752-04:00Amazing Graphic Print Dress from @asos<div>I love the pattern and colour on this dress from A.P.C Madras.</div><div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/Apc-Madras/Apc-Madras-Graphic-Print-Silk-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1392445&cid=6930&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Multi">A.P.C Madras | A.P.C. Madras Graphic Print Silk Dress at ASOS</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-9105363287290206452011-03-05T17:26:00.001-04:002011-03-05T17:26:00.831-04:00MICHI - Bold, Sexy Fashion/Fitness Wear<div style="text-align: justify;">I'm embarking on my annual, get in shape for the beach plan, and this weekend I joined a new gym. This means a whole new outfit is needed, of course!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Whilst on my search, I found this amazing new collection by MICHI over at <a href="http://www.fashionmagazine.com/blogs/fashion/2011/03/02/ones-to-watch-a-new-line-of-workout-wear-melds-fashion-with-high-tech-function/#comment-47057">FASHION Magazine</a>.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">The collection was designed by Michelle Watson, based in Toronto, and caters for the market of individuals who want to look stylish while they work out.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Taking a glance through the <a href="http://michiny.com/lookbook.htm">look book</a>, there are some beautiful pieces. I love the juxtaposition of different styles of fabrics, and the simple black, slate grey and deep blue colour palette.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">As much as I love this collection, and see Michelle's point of view when designing it, I don't feel it is something I could wear to my local gym without getting stares or causing people to fly backwards off of their treadmills. MICHI's aim is to fill the gap between "provocative, glamorous lingerie and comfortable, utilitarian athletic wear" - which they have definitely succeeded in doing.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Although, I could maybe wear this outfit without causing too much commotion...</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ShXdkP5mp8U/TXEUTestRBI/AAAAAAAAAcQ/BdO42iSpy78/s1600/Michi+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ShXdkP5mp8U/TXEUTestRBI/AAAAAAAAAcQ/BdO42iSpy78/s320/Michi+1.jpg" width="251" /></a></div>... However, this one may cause some heart rate monitors to skip a few beats!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Y4OxqoAkMA4/TXEUnES0BMI/AAAAAAAAAcU/z3ZBWGlyS2A/s1600/Michi+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Y4OxqoAkMA4/TXEUnES0BMI/AAAAAAAAAcU/z3ZBWGlyS2A/s320/Michi+3.jpg" width="245" /></a></div>You can follow the latest MICHI updates over at their <a href="http://twitter.com/MICHI_New_York/">Twitter</a> feed.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-72674878861881394722011-03-05T11:06:00.000-04:002011-03-05T11:06:41.681-04:00Cacharel A/W 2011 Review - #PFW<div style="text-align: justify;">Today we saw another customary Cacharel runway show. Once again we were delighted by simple, light, feminine designs. We saw a bland colour palette brought to life with excellent cuts, beautiful patterns and layering of multiple fabrics.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Cacharel isn't showy, it's a brand all about simple, elegant style. they provide a stark contrast to brands like Dolce and Gabbana and Dior, but the garments are every bit as stunning.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-LgF-6K5UsYg/TXJQI7ejBlI/AAAAAAAAAck/gP72e8H3fvQ/s1600/Cacherel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-LgF-6K5UsYg/TXJQI7ejBlI/AAAAAAAAAck/gP72e8H3fvQ/s320/Cacherel.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I loved the use of intricate patterning on these simple pieces. It was also great to see layered fabrics - sometimes sheer, sometimes multiple layers of the same fabric.</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-VBl2hFV2ZdI/TXJQqH67gGI/AAAAAAAAAco/0HeYiMR1MqQ/s1600/Cacherel_3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-VBl2hFV2ZdI/TXJQqH67gGI/AAAAAAAAAco/0HeYiMR1MqQ/s1600/Cacherel_3.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i>I loved the minimalism of this piece. The nude boots complemented it perfectly.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W2TLRirCq60/TXJQqfgvwGI/AAAAAAAAAcs/bU1CN8cFOSA/s1600/Cacherel_4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W2TLRirCq60/TXJQqfgvwGI/AAAAAAAAAcs/bU1CN8cFOSA/s1600/Cacherel_4.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">My favourite piece of the collection! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The sheer layering of fabrics is perfect on this feminine piece, which was toughened up slightly by pairing with the nude boots.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-gNOA0FKCuJw/TXJQqgoJtHI/AAAAAAAAAcw/Xi5A2LwUMqo/s1600/Cacherel_5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-gNOA0FKCuJw/TXJQqgoJtHI/AAAAAAAAAcw/Xi5A2LwUMqo/s1600/Cacherel_5.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The curved wooden heels on the boots were great and sat perfectly with the colour palette</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-87898729667596460262011-03-04T16:50:00.000-04:002011-03-04T16:50:07.763-04:00Nude NailsI love this nude nail varnish with a bright coral stripe seen at <a href="http://www.prabalgurung.com/home.php">Prabal Gurung</a>.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7J24Pja5YMI/TXFQTWPDlRI/AAAAAAAAAcg/_H1RY1uZ-1U/s1600/Nails.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-7J24Pja5YMI/TXFQTWPDlRI/AAAAAAAAAcg/_H1RY1uZ-1U/s320/Nails.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{Seen on <a href="http://mamasarollingstone.com/beauty-queen-spring-2011-trends/">Mama's a Rolling Stone</a>}</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-8331507203729251132011-03-04T15:45:00.001-04:002011-03-05T10:38:32.446-04:00Not Just Fashion - Favourite Finds - #FaveFindsHappy Friday everyone!<br />
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Here's my round up of the coolest things I found on the web this week.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alreadypretty.com/2011/03/your-thrifting-checklist.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+alreadypretty+(Already+Pretty)" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.alreadypretty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/2752079672_0c6923ea9b_z.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.alreadypretty.com/2011/03/your-thrifting-checklist.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+alreadypretty+(Already+Pretty)">Your Thrifting Checklist - Already Pretty</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I'm really trying to embrace the whole thrifting culture. Sally shares some great tips in this post</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.iamagreedygirl.com/2011/03/liberty-of-london.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5213/5495963175_54ac9350b1_b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.iamagreedygirl.com/2011/03/liberty-of-london.html">Liberty of London - Greedy Girl</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>No trip to London is complete without a trip to Liberty (especially at Christmas - they have the most amazing decorations you can ever imagine!) A great selection of beautiful silk scarf designs are shown here</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://designismine.blogspot.com/2011/03/thought-of-day-just-stop.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://indierocket.com/thoughts_0303.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://designismine.blogspot.com/2011/03/thought-of-day-just-stop.html">Thought of the Day: Just Stop - Design is Mine</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>As anyone I know, I'm a worry wort. I'm even the first to admit it. This was purely just some advice for myself, and made me smile!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.iamagreedygirl.com/2011/03/qooqoo.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5297/5496315648_502bc91d3e_b.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.iamagreedygirl.com/2011/03/qooqoo.html">QooQoo - Greedy Girl</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>These cool leggings also made me smile. By QooQoo Fashion on Etsy, you can get your very own anonymous bear leggings right <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57912692/anonymous-cream-bear">here</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.knighttcat.com/2011/03/balmain.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://i315.photobucket.com/albums/ll446/knighttcat/balmain8.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.knighttcat.com/2011/03/balmain.html">Balmain - Knight Cat</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Some great shots of the Balmain A/W 2011 catwalk collection are shown here. I LOVE this embellished mini-dress. How glorious is this seventies disco style piece</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://redpoppyfashion.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-2011s-color-block-party.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-GoWi-l_1UaU/TWpzBSjozXI/AAAAAAAATwg/5kteqBw2fSY/s320/FGR+Elle+UK+March++quinta-witzel.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://redpoppyfashion.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-2011s-color-block-party.html">Spring 2011's Colour Block Party - RedPoppy</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I loved this colourful blog post, showcasing the amazing colour clashing trend for Spring. I can't wait to shake off the winter jacket and start wearing some of these colours!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/ipad/apple-ipad-smart-cover/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="197" src="http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2011/03/smart-cover-xl.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/ipad/apple-ipad-smart-cover/">Apple iPad Smart Cover - Uncrate</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I don't have an iPad (yet! As I keep telling the hubby!) but the new snap on covers are a great addition, they double as a stand and come in some fab colours to match your Spring outfit!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.refinery29.com/jean-michel-cazabat-s-new-shoes-make-bradshaws-out-of-us" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.refinery29.com/static/bin/entry/c5c/280x/40319/image.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.refinery29.com/jean-michel-cazabat-s-new-shoes-make-bradshaws-out-of-us">Jean-Michel Cazabat's New Shoes - Refinery 29</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>How amazing are these Jean-Michel Cazabat boots? They are the perfect mix of feminine and tough. I want a pair!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://apair-andaspare.blogspot.com/2011/03/diy-square-leather-clutch.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-k_XXQdEE8XU/TW47tkDbFII/AAAAAAAADRA/mqyHqgfRuM8/s320/carolinaengman-lemon003s2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://apair-andaspare.blogspot.com/2011/03/diy-square-leather-clutch.html">DIY Square Leather Clutch - A Pair and A Spare</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Like 'A Pair and A Spare,' I've been eying up the oversized zip clutch on all the street style blogs. I'm so intrigued to see how the DIY went</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://knstrct.com/2011/03/andreia-chaves-invisible-naked-shoe/">Andreia Chaves: Invisible Naked Shoe - KNSTRCT</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>How amazing is this structural 'naked' shoe by Andreia Chaves?</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://impressedinc.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/100lc_bernadette_pascua.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://impressedinc.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/100lc_bernadette_pascua.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://impressedinc.com/?p=2715">Big Kiss Bernadette - Impressed Inc.</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I'm such a huge fan of hand lettering. This invitation by <a href="http://www.decadediary.com/">Bernadette Pascua</a> is exquisite</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2011/03/colette-x-chanel-pop-up-fun.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+StyleBubble+(Style+Bubble)" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/.a/6a00e5508e95a988330147e2edf3ab970b-640wi" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2011/03/colette-x-chanel-pop-up-fun.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+StyleBubble+(Style+Bubble)">Colette x Chanel = Pop Up Fun - Style Bubble</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>This is a great review of the pop up boutique by Colette & Chanel. The illustrations are so quirky and bring a unique sense of fun to the boutique. I love it!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div>Have a great weekend!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-30522270345463044742011-03-04T12:11:00.001-04:002011-03-04T12:13:15.898-04:00Amazing Colour at Christian Dior - #PFWI'm loving the bright blue and deep, rich burgundy combo in the Christian Dior A/W 2011 Ready to Wear collection.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://nowfashion.com/04-03-2011-christian-dior-ready-to-wear-fall-winter-2011-paris-show-327.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-YT82ugbUSjo/TXEPFlHwn1I/AAAAAAAAAcM/o9ttUpwed_o/s320/Christian+Dior.jpg" width="168" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-11118144370282595212011-03-04T09:04:00.000-04:002011-03-04T09:04:32.876-04:00This Just Made My Entire Week!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-0esEchUpIBI/TXDipF3n39I/AAAAAAAAAcI/VIjexAsXGYc/s1600/Bloglovin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="226" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-0esEchUpIBI/TXDipF3n39I/AAAAAAAAAcI/VIjexAsXGYc/s320/Bloglovin.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ta da da! Bloglovin for iPhone!</div><br />
I've been waiting for this app for ever! Blogloving is my absolute favourite blog feed reader. I can't wait to try it out on iPhone.<br />
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Will let you know how it goes!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-88653420372743683672011-03-03T16:00:00.000-04:002011-03-03T16:00:04.486-04:00My Next Purchase - The Rolled Up PantThis weekend, I really have to go out and buy some trousers like this.<br />
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This pair is from <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/category/ca/en/zara-S2011/59502">Zara</a>, but I saw an amazing ad for a pair from H&M for only $9.95!<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Yes, $9.95 - I can't believe it. I need to go and see what they look like in the flesh, but the price is unbelievable. It even says $14.95 <a href="http://www.hm.com/ca/#/pantscollection/">on the H&M website</a> which confuses me a little.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I had intended on making a pair myself. I found a pattern on <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns/022011-canvas-trousers">Burdastyle</a> that I liked, but at I couldn't even buy the material myself for less than $9.95!</div><br />
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I feel a trip to H&M is in my near future!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-84597947947070605772011-03-03T11:44:00.001-04:002011-03-04T08:46:56.109-04:00What a Statement Necklace! - Tatty DevineAs I mentioned in an <a href="http://strawberriesandchampers.blogspot.com/2011/02/watch-necklace-envy.html">earlier post</a>, I am OBSESSED with statement necklaces. I saw this one today and instantly fell in love with it.<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">How amazing are the colours on this Tatty Devine necklace, and just look at the size of that thing! It's amazing</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I've gotta get myself one of these! But I can't find it on the <a href="http://www.tattydevine.com/">Tatty Devine</a> website. Knowing my luck it will be discontinued! If anyone finds it online, please leave me a comment.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I went through a phase a few years ago of buying all my jewellery from Tatty Devine. Back when everyone was rocking the plectrum bracelets (see below!) It is <i>the</i> place for statement and quirky jewellery pieces. Somehow, along the way (probably during my move to Canada) I forgot all about it. Needless to say I know have a Tatty Devine wishlist the length of my arm!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wZC6ZnBo3VM/TW-2gtynwaI/AAAAAAAAAb8/v9fAf9M3x2s/s1600/Plectrum.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wZC6ZnBo3VM/TW-2gtynwaI/AAAAAAAAAb8/v9fAf9M3x2s/s320/Plectrum.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">On another note, I found this necklace featured on the <a href="http://www.adorn-london.com/style-stalker/street-style-jewellery-trends-at-london-fashion-week-aw-2011">Adorn London</a> blog showcasing jewellery styles found on the streets during London Fashion Week. It's great to see how people assert their own individuality through the accessories they wear. Check it out <a href="http://www.adorn-london.com/style-stalker/street-style-jewellery-trends-at-london-fashion-week-aw-2011">here</a>.<br />
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<b>UPDATE:</b> As you can see on the comments on this post, I heard from Tatty Devine and the necklace is part of their Autumn/Winter 2011 collection. I'm so happy I didn't miss out on it. I can now plan my winter wardrobe around this necklace!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-38542731933995548672011-03-02T11:25:00.000-04:002011-03-02T11:25:18.961-04:00Beautiful Lace Cut Out Detail Dress from @asos<div>I love the detailing on the back of this dress. So cute!</div><div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.asos.com/Paprika/Paprika-Lace-Cut-Out-Back-Detail-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1527482&cid=2623&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Cream">Paprika | Paprika Lace Cut Out Back Detail Dress at ASOS</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://twitter.com/strawberrychamp"><img src="http://twitbuttons.com/buttons/mytwits/tw20.gif" alt="Twitter Button from twitbuttons.com" width="150" height="75"/></a></div>strawberries and champagnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00836495597967791240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1747477694265975209.post-30655222637626791892011-03-01T14:37:00.004-04:002011-03-01T14:40:18.042-04:00Spring Break Look<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/spring_break_look/set?id=28849785"><img alt="Spring Break Look" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmJnekVfVEpFNEJHNjNma2dxYldOUEEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Spring Break Look" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/spring_break_look/set?id=28849785">Spring Break Look</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?id=1051085">strawberries and champagne</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/blue_jewelry/shop?query=blue+jewelry">blue jewelry</a></small></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">A perfect look for a Spring Break trip!<br />
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