Best of the Met Gala 2013 (the Taessa version)

Last night's Met Gala is comparable to the Oscars for the fashion industry.  The theme this year at the Costume Institute is "Punk: Chaos to Couture".  Highlights are pieces from Vivienne Westwood, London's punk fashion designer of the times, as well as some of Versace's more statement designs, such as the safety pin dress worn by Elizabeth Hurley ages ago.  It's interesting to see how everyone has interpreted the theme, some literal, some oh so thematic (note Marc Jacobs & Sofia Coppola in their pajamas, because they just don't care), but for the most part, the ladies looked beautiful with edge, a combination that I love.  I'm hoping to check out the exhibition before it closes in August (save your couch for me, Tanya).

Here's my favourite red carpet photos, courtesy of style.com ...

#1 Cara Delevingne in Burberry

This one wins hands down!   She's my favourite model these days (who doesn't love her, right?) and she is just pulling off that badass vibe big time!  Plus, this is just a really cool dress period.

#2 Kate Bosworth in Balmain

Apparently pink is the colour of punk, and she just rocks this little dress.  Perfect length in my opinion- when people start to think it's a top!

#3 Rooney Mara in Givenchy

This is the first time I am seeing white lace look hard.  It's usually typically dainty and romantic, but the edge to this dress is wicked!

#4 Sienna Miller in Burberry Prorsum

I always love her, no matter what (she is definitely on my wish list of who to dress).  She looks so happy and fun and cool, as always!

#5 Greta Gerwig in Saint Laurent

Not going to lie, I had to look her up, and then was like, "oh ya, I know who she is".  Love the dress, would wear it in a second!  Too many necklaces in my opinion, but to each their own.  Like the hair too!

#6 Chloë Sevigny in Proenza Schouler

It's not really about the dress here, it's her look!  That whole "I don't give a ...." look I love about her.  I bet we would be great friends.

#7 Carey Mulligan in Balenciaga 

Love the triangle cut, plus this is just a really clean, modern dress.  

But how could she look so sad in it?

Summer '13 Shoot

It's been feeling a lot like summer here lately in Toronto, a perfect time to start wearing long flowy dresses, bold prints, and sheer little numbers.

Here are a few of my favourite shots from a photo shoot we did last week...

a two tier cream crepe with white chiffon tank 

paired with the tropical printed skinny pant

The tropical print is amazing for every woman- the colour combination [green, peach, yellow, nude, white, touch of black] guaranteed works for any and every skin tone.

black perforated one shoulder tea length dress

I love perforated fabrics for summer- breathable + uber sexy.

black and white printed halter maxi dress

I think each woman should have at least one of these staple summer dresses in her closet.  They take you from day to night, are very comfortable, light weight, and easy to pack for any occasion- you know those events when you don't know the dress code and don't want to under or over dress- this is the dress for that!

cream crepe jumpsuit

Anyone who knows my line knows I like to try a fancy jumpsuit each season.  

This one is heavenly for summer... and like I've said a gazillion times before- men love the jumpsuit!

black and white stripe tank 

paired with the tropical printed tea length skirt

I love my stripes, always have, and don't these two prints combined look fabulous together?  The tea length skirt has a bit of fun pouf and is the perfect length for every woman!

Contributions by

Model- Pamela Lincez.  Pam is my wonderful, amazing sister-in-law who was visiting for the weekend.  I felt bad I put her to work as soon as she got here, but doesn't she just look stunning!  I couldn't resist.

Photographer- Elise Windsor.  I was introduced to Elise through my husband (they've worked together in a previous life), and I must say, I liked her vibe big time the second I met her.  She got my style and vision right away, and was a ton of fun to work alongside.  I'd love to work with her again!

Hair & Make Up- Stefanie Mather.  Stef and I have recently become great friends after a heavenly trip to Costa Rica this winter.  She was amazing pre shoot (loooove how she did Pam's hair!) and was surprised how great she was during the shoot as well to help give direction and suggestions for the looks.

What a fun group of gals to work alongside for an afternoon!