Culture House Party, Theatre Junction

When I saw that the fun at Theatre Junction’s fundraiser included a fortune teller, I had a hunch this was going to be a good night. When I saw the tie rack, my hunch became a conviction.

Theatre Junction does this annual event up right, inviting all comers to party and dance in their house. And it’s quite a house. The theatre did a great job of putting on a celebration that won’t soon be forgotten and that will help keep the lights on next season.

And on that note, before I could ask the fortune teller for her predictions, Mark Lawes, Theatre Junction’s artistic director, announced the 2012-2013 season. That was all very interesting, but for me the real attractions were the stylish and lovely people who were drawn to the mix.

Easy/Breezy

There’s nothing I love more than a pretty summer dress. The femininity of this quintessential warm weather piece can’t be beat. It is also one of the most versatile pieces a woman can have in her wardrobe, as the options for dressing it up or down are endless. Short or long, belted or left loose, add the right accessories and you are dressed to kill for most occasions.

Take the lovely Emily Moore’s summery frock, for example. On the day I spotted her, she was keeping it casual with a lovely navy boat shoe, fun daytime accessories and funky sunglasses. The flower in her hair just adds to her girly vibe, and the combination of pastel pink, bold blue and stripes is fresh and appealing. Moore’s look is pretty and effortless—as breezy as a pre-summer day.

Flower Power

As far as the weather goes, this past week has been glorious in YYC. And with the sunshine also comes the blooming of spring’s ubiquitous floral prints. When I spotted Laurel Green rocking her pretty poesy print shirt-dress, I was intrigued. When I discovered the lovely cut out in the back, however, I was enamoured with her look.

Green lets her dress dictate the rest of her outfit, but throws in some other lovely pieces—including a vintage pair of cowboy boots—just in time for this year’s serious Stampede countdown. The teal belt isn’t just cute, but also adds shape to the dress, and her fantastic bird necklace is a real statement maker. A pair of oversized shades is always a nice addition and is the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of Calgary’s most beautiful season.

http://swervecalgary.com/2012/04/24/laurel-green/

Oooh, polka dots!

Rocking a palate of black and white with a healthy dose of pattern, Amy Darling demonstrates that polka dots and stripes can be worn together without looking like a circus performer. Her exciting outfit is a reflection of her sunny personality and her original choice of eyewear is the pièce de resistance. With a disposition like Darling’s one doesn’t really need colour in their wardrobe.

http://swervecalgary.com/2012/04/17/amy-darling/

Sydney Gilbert, Swerve Style YYC

Sydney Gilbert is a modern-day incarnation of Anne of Green Gables. She has the kind of gorgeous red hair that makes most girls green with envy and she mixes classic and edgy pieces with effortless panache. Black leather pants, nude wedges, a pale blue collared shirt and a cropped sweater sounds like an unlikely combination, but on Gilbert, it works. These leather pants are extremely flattering and add an unexpected element to any look. Gilbert’s beaded necklace helps tie in the pastel-blue tone of her chambray shirt and the gold bracelets and oversized watch are all classy touches. Nude wedges are still a hot trend, but beyond that, offer incredible versatility within a shoe wardrobe.

Striking the right balance between fun and functional, it’s not just Gilbert’s hair that makes heads turn.

http://swervecalgary.com/2012/04/10/sydney-gilbert/

 

The Girl with the Messy Hair

She’s the fashionista behind The Girl with the Messy Hair and was just named one of Alberta’s top 10 style bloggers by Fashion magazine, but it’s clear that Kd Faustino’s blog was not named after her personal grooming habits. Impeccably styled and put together—there’s nothing messy about her esthetic.

Her love for fashion is clear and her sartorial point of view is unique. She wears funky hats, interesting jewelry and bold red lipstick. Avid readers know I am powerless to resist a ruby pout.

http://swervecalgary.com/2012/04/03/kd-faustino/