Summer Olympics High Fashion

Team USA parading in the London Olympic Stadium.

Did you watch the Opening Ceremony of the London Summer Olympics? Which country do you think  was the Best Dressed during the Athletes parade?  Before the Olympics began, there were big news about the Olympic Uniforms of some countries, particularly, for the United States, United Kingdom and Italy.  As for the United States, their Olympic Uniform was designed by American Designer Ralph Lauren, United Kingdom's Olympic Uniform was designed by British Designer, Stella McCartney and Italy's was designed by Italian Designer, Giorgio Armani. They were all looking so decent and fashionable. Then there was some controversy for the Americans as their uniform was designed by Ralph Lauren but Made in China. American politicians caused quite a furor in the USA about this arrangement in both the local and foreign press, Team USA Uniform Controversy.  There is now news that in 2014, the Team USA Olympic Uniform will be Made in the USA.  No fury for Stella McCartney's design for the UK Olympic Team. As for the Italians, well, they even had a fashion show to showcase Mr. Armani's design for the Team Italy. The Olympics now is no longer just a competition of sport but also a competition in Fashion!  Well, the Olympics is a perfect place to showcase your country not only in Sport but also in sportmanship, character and also in Fashion. 

Team USA female athletes. I like the Navy Blue and White combination. They looked so preppy.

Team USA in very Ralph Lauren fashion.

NBA Basketball Star, Kobe Bryant wearing Team USA Olympic Uniform designed by Ralph Lauren.



Team Great Britain.

British Athletes with Designer, Stella McCartney.

Team GB with Tennis Star, Andy Murray.

The Local heroes wearing suits designed by Next.



Team Italy.

Team Italy with Designer, Giorgio Armani.

Fashion Show to show case Giorgio Armani's design for Team Italy.

For more Photos on other Olympic Teams'  Uniforms, Dress to Impress article from Hello Magazine UK.

As for Team Canada's Olympic Uniform, my blog post, Go Team Canada!  showcased their Olympic Uniform during the Opening Ceremony.

Photo credits: Team USA, Yahoo.com; Team GB and Team Italy,Hello Magazine UK.

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Holt Renfrew: Happy Christmas Shopping!

Holt Renfrew is my favourite Department store here in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the only high end Department Store here in Canada where one can find the major Designer brands.  There are several stores here in Toronto, the Flagship store at Bloor Street,  one at Yorkdale Mall and  another store in Sherway Gardens. There are also stores in Montreal, Quebec City, Calgary, Edmonton,  Ottawa, Winnipeg and Vancouver.  Every year, the Store displays  fantastic and whimsical Christmas windows! It makes my  day just to walk pass these windows. Holt Renfrew chose the "Happy" theme for Christmas and featured the 12 Days of Christmas  for their Window display.

Presenting  some of the Christmas Windows featured in the Holt Renfrew - Bloor St, Toronto store:

12 Drummers Drumming.

Holt Renfrew offers major Designer Brands like Louis Vuitton, Prada, Fendi, Gucci, Roger Vivier, Burberry, Michael Kors and Tory Burch, among others.

11 Pipers piping... carrying Prada, Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs bags!

5 Golden Rings

The Making of the Windows:

Window: The 12 Days of Christmas

Video by Holt Renfrew

 6 Geese a laying and 7 Swans a swimming.

8 Maids a Milking.

And a Partridge in a Pear Tree.

Inside the Holt Renfrew Store:

It is always pleasure to shop at Holt Renfrew. I love their personal service. I admire how they wrap the goods I purchased in their famous gray and white striped tissue and place it in their Magenta coloured Holts shopping bag. They take pride and care in the products that they sell and present it to their customers exceptionally well.  I also get to know some of the Sales Associates in the store which makes  it  easier to obtain information and assistance about some of their products and events.

"Happy" Shopper!

For the Holt Renfrew Christmas Gift Guide:www.holtrenfrew.com

Anyone for Glitter striped Fuchsia and Black Prada bag or a Gold glitter Valentino bag for a Happy Christmas?

Glitter Gold Valentino Bag and Striped Glitter Fuchsia and Black Prada Bag.

Holt Renfrew Bag and small accessories section. Offers many Designer brands including Tom Ford, VBH-Victoria Beckham, Celine, Lanvin, Marni, Marc Jacobs, Chloe, Mulberry and Balenciaga,among others.

Happy Christmas at Holt Renfrew Designer Gowns and Clothing including some Lingerie too.

To view the new Holt Renfrew Blog: www.holtsmuse.com

Besides the Designer Clothing, Shoes, Bags, Accessories and Cosmetics, one of the shopping pleasures at Holt Renfrew is the Happy Sweet Shoppe. They offer complimentary sweets like chocolates, cookies  and candies. Also some  complimentary refreshments like Water and Hot chocolate for the shoppers!

The Food section at Holt Renfrew has chocolates  from Charbonnel Et Walker from England, also teas and goodies from Fortnum & Mason UK and Fauchon from France.

The 2011 Holt Renfrew Christmas Bear.  There are also candies and goodies from Dylan's Candy Bar which is the famous Candy store in New York City owned by Dylan Lauren, Ralph Lauren's daughter.

The Holt Renfrew 2011 Christmas Bear Tree.

To win $3,000 Shopping Gift card from Holt Renfrew: https://microsite.holtsstyle.com/en/subscribe/contests.html

Happy Christmas! As Holt Renfrew  shares  "Happiness" to their customers. I hope you will enjoy your Christmas shopping! Remember it is always the thought that counts.  Sharing and loving are the most important during the Christmas season.

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