I'm finally sharing here my denim obsession. I admit that I am more of a denim gal. I love wearing denim from skirts, cropped, straight and even flare pants. Luckily, denim is a hot trend this Spring. We can basically choose whichever style we want even wearing those culottes or flares. The best denim comes in the dark wash or the classic light blue denim wash. Both styles are my favourites. The Louis Vuitton Spring 2015 and even the Valentino Pre-Fall 2015 presented some really cool denim pants in the dark or light wash and perfectly cut on the ankle to show off those stylish shoes in red or burgundy. This makes me want to buy a red shoes now. Which style will you choose?
I like those A-line cut denim skirt and matching denim jacket from Acne. For this Spring, I purchased these cropped dark wash denim pants with matching tops in floral and stripes and navy blue and grey colour blocked top all from J.Crew. I am definitely in my Blue Spring period.
The long awaited Spring is finally here! Although here in Toronto, it is still quite chilly with the snow and ice blocks still melting. We just hope that the temperature will continue to rise in the double digits soon so that we can wear our Spring clothes and shoes. This Spring I am inspired by the Valentino Resort 2015Collection. I just love the mixing of the butterfly print khaki spring coat with the lace dress and espadrilles with studs. Suede is back again this Spring too. We see suede even in skirts that have an A-line silhouette. Of course, Spring will not be complete without any floral and lace dresses. Then any little black dress is perfect for any season. But for this Spring, I am obsessing on these Valentino espadrilles with the rockstuds that are available at Holt Renfrew. I can't wait to wear skirts and espadrilles again this Spring. I am excited to see the flowers and our trees blooming again and butterflies flying all over. How about you, what are you inspired by and excited about this Spring?
It's sandals time! Wearing sandals is one of my favourite during the Summer Season. Here is a Valentino sandals that is very pretty either in hot pink or black. It is the rock studs that make it stand out and quite funky. The matching bags below in tan with gold rock studs with the black flat pumps are perfect for Summer too. Make the most of the Summer by wearing sandals with your outfit this Season.
I'm in love with these Valentino Spring Collection available at Holt Renfrew. The Collection presented the neon coloured shoes both in flats and heels and shoulder bags in Royal Blue and in neon pink draped across the Valentino Dress. These colours in Neon pastel colours just shouts Spring and loads of style. Bring it on Valentino! Bring it on! Spring is finally here!
Valentino Medallion Dress with Neon pink Rock Stud Mini-Bag.
For this coming Fall, there are lots of Pink and Black on the Runway Collections and Accessories especially on Bags and Shoes. Pink is a great alternative for Red or Black. During Fall, we tend to wear darker colours because of the gloomy weather but there is an alternative now by wearing Pink. Will you wear Pink for Fall? Why not give it a try and add some colour and joy to your Fall Wardrobe.
Valentino's offer for this upcoming Fall season is their trademark Valentino Red with the Rockstuds on the Shoes and Bags. This Summer here in Toronto, we came across many Beautiful Young ladies who walked around the City wearing Valentino Rockstud shoes in this style or in this other style which is actually my favourite. They wore these Rockstud shoes with shorts and carried their Designer Bag of choice whether it be a classic Chanel Bag or the Lady Di Dior Bag or the Hermes Birkin. Even Holt Renfrew had to re-order these Valentino shoes to meet the demand. I didn't bother asking if there was even a waiting list. The ladies here in Toronto are loving these Rockstud Valentino Shoes and Bags. Red is the new Black for this Fall and together with the Valentino Rockstuds Collection, it's a rockin' style for Fall. I'm loving them too!
I came across these beautiful and transparent shoes that were displayed in the Stuart Weitzman boutique here in Toronto. Aren't they like Cinderella slippers? Wearing them on our summer feet makes it look so light, transparent and sexy at the same time. These are comfortable to wear as they are flats plus super stylish for this hot summer weather. The silver shoulder bag right beside goes hand in hand with these shoes. What do you think of the transparent style? Will you wear it for this summer?
Fashion Week just completed last week with all of the presentations for Spring 2013. As we are still in the Fall Season, I would like to share here my Top 5 Favourite Fall Essentials.
I enjoy wearing this Celine Ankle pants. The neck scarf is back again.
Celine Wool Full coat.
I love this Bordeaux Rag & Bone Ankle Boots with the block heel.
Helmut Lang Symmetrical sweater.
Valentino A-line leather skirt.
What Fashion items are you obsessing for this Fall?
Shopping in Rome is one of the best in Italy. Rome is not the Fashion Capital of the World but it has the Fashion Headquarters of Valentino and Fendi. These are one of two great fashion houses in Italy. One of the most famous places in Rome is the Spanish Steps. The Via Dei Condotti which is ed at the bottom of the Spanish Steps is lined with most of the High end Fashion Boutiques.
Spanish Steps is always full of people, watching the passersby and also the beautiful view of Rome. Above and Below the Spanish Steps are Churches, Hotels, Restaurants and the shops!
Via Dei Condotti is at the bottom of the Spanish Steps. This street is lined with High end shops from both sides - Christian Dior, Furla, Yves St Laurent, Prada, Louis Vuitton to name a few.
VALENTINO
Valentino Garavani founded his Fashion House in 1959. He was the designer to many celebrities and also to Royalty around Europe and the Middle East. When Valentino retired in July 2007, he was replaced by two Italian designers, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli,who continues to this day to design beautiful and high quality Valentino Clothes, Bags, Shoes and Accessories.
Red Leather Studded Valentino Bag. Available at Holt Renfrew Canada.
Alexa Chung carrying the Valentino Studded Leather Clutch. Photo credit: Phil Oh, Street Peeper.
Valentino Red and Black Accessories
Valentino Studded Shoes
FENDI
The Fashion House of Fendi started in 1925 as a leather and fur shop. Through the guidance and design of its Creative Director, Karl Lagerfeld, the company has grown to be one of the most coveted Fashion brand in the world. Their Clothes, Bags, Shoes and Accessories truly represents great Italian design and Craftsmanship. I am currently loving Fendi right now!
Fendi Silvana Bag in Black and Green Leather. So beautifully designed! Again, an example of great Italian Craftsmanship. Photo credit:Tommy Ton, Style.com
Another Fendi Silvana bag in Red and Tan leather. I am so loving this bag! Photo credit: Tommy Ton, Style.com
Fendi Anna Bag. This bag is a Classic. It will never be dated. Photo credit: Tommy Ton, Style.com
Popular French Blogger, Garance Dore, carrying her Fendi Silvana Bag. Photo credit: Scott Schuman, The Sartorialist.
Garance Dore in the Purple dress wearing her Fendi High Heel Shoes. Those are lovely shoes! Actually, her friend, Elisa, is very fashionable too. Photo credit: Scott Schuman, The Sartorialist.
Fendi Striped Bag and the Fendi Yellow Chameleon Bag.
Wild for Fendi Leopard Shoes.
Would it be lovely to purchase one of these Valentino and Fendi Bags and shoes as your souvenirs from Rome? As the saying goes, "When in Rome, shop as the Romans do!" Both Valentino and Fendi are masters in Italian design and Craftsmanship. You know that when you purchase their products that you will obtain a high quality and well designed goods. They are so beautiful, stylish and definitely well made.
Both Valentino and Fendi are available at Holt Renfrew Canada.
Valentino Flagship Store: Via Dei Condotti, 15, Rome, Italy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pamela lives in Toronto, Canada, currently working in Banking in the field of Credit and Finance. The Chic Delights blog has evolved into an on-line magazine about my experiences and inspirations on style, travel, people, lifestyle and current events. My features are not sponsored posts. The photographs and stories featured here are all from my own resources and experiences.
[Pamela RG]
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