The Fashion Scene at UWO

The Canvas Shoe is Back!

2009-04-01T14:41:00.005-04:00

Remember when your mom used to dress you in white Keds on your first day of school? http://www.keds.com/Well I sure do!Keds were a very popular style of shoes, and it seems that they are back!As I browsed the Urban Outfitters website today http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp I came across their amazing selection of canvas shoes which look exactly like Keds ranging in price from $10-50

DISCOVERED: A great fashion website

2009-03-31T22:13:00.004-04:00

As I sat on Facebook today trying to waste my precious time, something interesting popped up on my mini feed. A Facebook friend of mine is interning for Erin Kleinberg (the new&upcoming designer that I have recently been posting about) and she posted this great link to an article about Erin. http://pipeline.refinery29.com/lookbook/theodora_richards_plays_house.phpI immediately clicked to see

2009-03-30T19:41:00.002-04:00

hey everyone- thanks to those who have answered my poll as it is always nice to get some feedback.. but if you haven't voted yet PLEASE DO!So in the past few days I have been walking on Richmond street and for my first time in 3 years in London I am discovering that we actually have some decent boutiques on Richmond RowHere are some of my favourites:1. Just off of Richmond on John Street is Mesh

FASHION SCENE AT UWO WANTS TO KNOW YOUR THOUGHTS! TAKE MY POLL!

2009-03-29T18:13:00.004-04:00

hey everyone!!!Hope you all had a great weekend!I have found that I am not getting as many comments as I hoped on my posts, so I thought I would post a poll to get some feedback!See my poll on the side of my blog and tell me what your favourite new spring style is..and if there is one that I didn't include, post it here and I will add it!Also, if you know of a new spring style I have yet to

Splash Bash Style

2009-03-28T21:20:00.003-04:00

If you dont already know, tonight is the annual Splash Bash party thrown by the AEPI fraternity!to find out more about this or get last minute tickets check out the facebook event:http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=56756408211&ref=tsAlthough everyone has to wear the same tshirt that is given with the ticket but we still manage to make our outfits fashionable!this year me and my friends have

It is not THE END!

2009-03-25T17:26:00.003-04:00

After watching CBC's program called THE END, I really start to wonder about the potential of the end of media such as TV, print and radio. In the program, Jian Ghomeshi, a pop culture specialist, interviews different people to find out about their view of the end of these main media outlets. With

2009-03-24T20:42:00.003-04:00

Soo.. just a side note.. I think I may have jinxed myself when I prayed for a Macbook in my last post as my computer has just crashed and.. well I guess it is just telling me to buy a Mac right?So.. as I think about how sad this is and how much I don't want to do my work I look around at the interesting fashion styles in Weldon Library.....So I thought I would humour everyone with the top 5 I can

A Macbook Fashion Statement

2009-03-23T18:50:00.007-04:00

Every so often I change the subject over to a technology which has become fashionable..Such as the Blackberry.. But as I sit in class I cant help but think about the fact that Apple Macbook computers have truly become a fashion statement all over campus.http://www.apple.com/I personally don't have a Mac computer... but I am not going to pretend like I don't want one.I mean they are very good

Celebrities LOVE to design!

2009-03-23T10:26:00.007-04:00

All you ever hear now is that a new star has created a new line of something, and its going to be big.. but does it ever really get sooo big?Not really.Although... there is a website dedicated to it! Check out this website Celebrity Clothing Line which updates you on all of the new products that celebs are endorsing or designing themselves!http://www.celebrityclothingline.com/This is a great site

An new&upcoming designer!

2009-03-22T14:18:00.003-04:00

This past Friday was the OHM Fashion Show which was run to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society..(as I previously posted)In order to raise as much money as possible there was a silent auction for things generously donated to the show.A new designer named Erin Kleinberg donated a piece from her beautiful line of clothes and I could not take my eyes off of it! Erin is a young designer from

Boating shoes are in!!

2009-03-18T12:16:00.005-04:00

With this beautiful weather upon us, its time to whip out our flats, moccasins and... our Sperrys!For those of you who have yet to hear about Sperry's, they are really a boating shoe made for sailor's and stuff, but it seems that our generation has revamped them into a must-have item for the summer!Formally called Sperry Topsiders, http://www.sperrytopsider.com/my favourite new shoes come in tons

MTV's The City Finale!

2009-03-17T00:13:00.005-04:00

So if you are reading this blog, there is a good chance that you are big fan of the MTV show The City. And sadly tonight was the finale.. If you missed it you can watch online atIn the show, Whitney (the main character) works for the famous designer Diane Von Furstenberg http://www.dvf.com/dvf/ and we really see some great pieces on the show!In one of the last episodes of the season, Whitney and

OHM Fashion Show THIS FRIDAY!

2009-03-15T20:08:00.005-04:00

Hey everyone,As I posted a couple of weeks ago there is a charity fashion show coming up called OHM Fashion Show which is a student-run show to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society.The show is THIS FRIDAY!So far we have raised alot of money to donate to the CCS but of course we would like to raise even more! You can help by attending the show THIS FRIDAY MARCH 20th at Centennial Hall (on

My dream handbag is someone's book bag...

2009-03-11T20:09:00.006-04:00

You would think Marc Jacobs wouldn't seem to be a name that's thrown around in a student's vocabulary...but you would be surprised... as I look around each day.. I am blown away by the types of bags people choose as their school bags... such as my rant about Longchamp Bags earlier on..But this is ridiculous.. I would die to have one of these bags on my arms even for a day, and I keep seeing

Nails Colour is Important Too!

2009-03-11T19:50:00.009-04:00

One thing that can always brighten up a bad day is a manicure... and these days it seems to be a fashion statement to get the new colour from the new collection.A popular brand of nail polish is OPI which makes an array of colours and collections with probably the most original names you will ever here.. http://www.opi.com/My personal favourite.. from the Indian collection there is a colour

Top 5 Designer Lines for Less

2009-03-10T12:58:00.006-04:00

As students, we are always looking to save money somewhere.As I browsed the Glamour magazine website.. I found a great list which can apply to students who want to be fashionable, but just can't afford those designer brand names.. so I thought I would share this with you all.....I only provided my personal favourite 5 but there are 10 on the site so check it out!http://www.glamour.com/fashion/

St. Patrick's Day Style

2009-03-09T13:41:00.003-04:00

As everyone knows, a week tomorrow is the day that (sadly) many university students look forward to.ST PATTYS DAY!http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_PatrickThis lovely day is definitely up there on the list of fun you will have while in university. Its an excuse (well your own excuse) to miss classes for the day, and get drunk all day with your friends.and of course the best part.. you get to

Looking for a spring jacket?

2009-03-08T15:35:00.004-04:00

As the weather is finally getting milder, its time to start thinking about a new jacket of choice, besides our winter parkas that we hate so much.One jacket style that I noticed alot of girls wearing out to the bars this weekend was the tuxedo blazer. Yes.. this is originally a male style but the hipsters have turned it around into a cute look for girls to throw over a dress or a pair of jeans. I

A scarf thats a circle?

2009-03-04T15:45:00.003-05:00

I keep seeing this scarf all overt the place, and a recent magazine has told me to buy it at American Apparel (of course! my favourite..)Its such a cool concept! Its a scarf but its a circle so all you have to do is wrap it around your neck.. and the beauty of it is that you never have to keep wrapping it like other scarves! It never comes undone!I am thrilled about this new invention.. I must go

Broadcast Yourself- Who knows what talk show you'll end up on?

2009-03-04T15:22:00.003-05:00

In blogging class, we watched a video discussing Michael Wesch's view on the effects of YouTube and how it has changed the world.Living in a small university town, it appears to be a common theme now to want to share something funny you saw on YouTube. Whenever I go over to a friend's house to hang out, they always having something new to show me on YouTube. And about a day later everyone in my

Most Favourite Comfy Clothing

2009-03-03T21:31:00.006-05:00

As I sit in Weldon Library (for a change.. and yes at 9:30 at night..) I enjoy studying in my favourite comfy clothing as I find that's the only real way to concentrate.. So... to all of you library lovers (or haters) here is my top 5 list of comfy clothes to lounge around in at home or in the library..1. Lululemon Pants-I personally have a pair that aren't as tight as most Lululemon pants.. a

UWO Charity Event- OHM Glam Fashion Show

2009-03-02T22:26:00.003-05:00

Seeing as this is a blog for the students of Western, it would be a good place to promote for upcoming Western events. Last year and this year I have been participating in a fashion show called OHM which is a student run fashion and dance show aiming to raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. The show is on March 20, 2009 and up until then the committee is throwing lots of parties to raise

Whats the best way to block the sun (or lack there of)?

2009-03-01T22:32:00.006-05:00

I must say when I wake up and look out my window to see the weather, if there is sun or not has a large bearing on what I wear, and how happy I am that morning. This morning it was really sunny, which unfortunately gave people the wrong idea about their attire.But one accessory that is always needed .. SUNGLASSES!I personally have a hard time with sunglasses, as I always lose them.. so there

You dont need a boyfriend to wear the 'boyfriend' jeans

2009-02-24T13:18:00.004-05:00

Now you might be thinking... I don't have a boyfriend, so how can I wear his jeans? Oh but now you can....figuratively. The new style which can finally be worn this spring is the 'Boyfriend' jean. They are called this because they are the most comfortable pair of jeans you will ever wear because they are baggy and worked in just like your imaginary boyfriend's. If you have looked through a recent

The Oscars 2009- My Personal Best Dressed List

2009-02-23T10:24:00.010-05:00

So as everyone knows, last night was the most important night for anyone who is involved in the movie industry. The Oscars. http://www.oscar.com/Now as much as I enjoy seeing who wins, and the talented dance of Hugh Jackman, my favourite part is the red carpet. This year there were tons of stunning dressed but I have chosen 5 of my favourites to share with you... 1. Angelina Jolie: She wore Elie

2009-02-17T19:40:00.006-05:00

Hey everyone! Thought I would tell you guys about a style that has been revived from last spring!!The Moccasin!They are my absolute favourite to slip on when we finally get a sunny day and they come in tons of styles. There are slip ons, ankle boots, taller boots...and they are all so comfy! My favourite place to get them is online from a popular Moccasin brand called Minnetonka.http://

Queen Street, Toronto-- A Great Shopping Spot!

2009-02-16T16:56:00.003-05:00

So I have been in Toronto for reading week, and seeing as I'm not going away anywhere exotic, I have been visiting my favourite shopping spots of course. So yesterday I went down to Queen Street as the weather was pretty nice which made it a great day to walk outside! I love going down to Queen Street because it really is so cultural! There are tons of very unique and different stores, but you

How the Little Blue Box Scams Those In Love

2009-02-14T20:25:00.004-05:00

I am among that part of the population who isn't particularly a fan of this stupid holiday we called Valentine's Day.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ValentineToday I did something somewhat stupid as I walked over to Tiffany & Co. http://www.tiffany.ca/default.aspx/?omcid=CAG300&iq_id=5639191 on Bloor Street in Toronto.If there is one place that a hater of this holiday should not be, it would be this

Represent your Western Mustangs!

2009-02-11T15:14:00.008-05:00

Since this is a blog for students at UWO, it would be extremely appropriate to discuss the different options of Western clothing that we can buy to represent our wonderful school and its sports teams. I personally have yet to purchase myself a piece of Western clothing, but I definitely plan to before I graduate! Here are some of my favourites:The standard "Redwood Classics Hooded Sweatshirt"

Leggings are EVERYWHERE!

2009-02-11T12:33:00.005-05:00

As I sit here in Weldon Library, trying to get comfy while I study for my test, I started to think about what really is comfy for a library outfit.. or even an every day school outfit. One item I simply cannot live without are LEGGINGS. And I am definitely not the only one!!! Not only are they comfy, but they look good too and can be paired with various things. Around campus I have seen LEGGINGS

Spring Trends are Blossoming!

2009-02-09T12:43:00.003-05:00

So the weather this weekend has been beautiful! And its going to get even warmer tomorrow!As I walked on campus today, it is clear that everyone is just itching to debut their favourite spring items. I have seen a lot of leather jackets, converse and light scarves. I must say I am one of those people who sees sun and thinks.. "omg I can finally wear my converse again!", but I am not sure it is

Comfort at a very high price!!

2009-02-08T14:43:00.004-05:00

On any random day, if you stroll through the first floor of Weldon library, there is one thing I can guarantee one will find. Free City. http://www.freecitysupershop.com/Free City is a brand which makes sweatpants, sweatshirts, t-shirts and long sleeves. They are over priced but probably the comfiest clothing you will ever purchase.Now initially I refused to indulge in this expensive brand

TOP 5 FAVOURITE FASHION STATEMENTS ON CAMPUS:

2009-02-07T12:27:00.013-05:00

So I thought it would be appropriate to provide everyone with my TOP 5 favourite fashion statements:1. Black army styles high boots Although I have yet to mentioned them on my blog, they are amazing! Not necessarily winter attire, but great for a rainy day or a spring day. I personally found a great pair at Le Chateau a while ago.. but they sell them at lots of stores like Aldo http://

Hunters: Fashion For Fisherman or Students?

2009-02-04T16:31:00.003-05:00

As these past few days have been full of slush and water, there is a particular style of boot which I keep seeing girls wearing around campus. If you haven't heard of them, they are called HUNTERS (http://www.hunterboots.com/1/Welcome-To-The-Home-Of-Hunter-Wellies.aspx) and they seem to be taking over! Originally manufactured for fisherman, this overpriced rain boots seem to be the boot of choice

An Fashion Accessory That Emails

2009-02-02T18:57:00.004-05:00

Although I am not sure that this is actually considered fashion.. one thing which I CONSTANTLY see around campus, attached to almost every students hand or ear, is a Blackberry. As many know, Blackberrys have become extremely popular due to their ability to email and message all of your friends directly from your phone. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BlackBerryBut sadly this feature really only

LC From The Hills shares her fashion with the world!

2009-02-01T17:14:00.004-05:00

Hey everyone! Hope the rest of your weekend has been great! Luckily today was a bit milder so we didn't have to pack on those unattractive layers!!So lately there has been a lot of buzz about Lauren Conrad's new fashion line http://laurenconrad.seenon.com/ (Click here to see her amazing designs)For those of you who don't know, Lauren is the main character in the hit MTV show The Hills.http://

The State of the Live Web:Truly Amazing!

2009-01-31T16:17:00.005-05:00

Wow. I wish I was just as smart as Dave Sifry http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Sifry. For anyone who doesn't know, Dave Sifry is the founder of Technorati, which is a blog search engine. http://technorati.com/. Currently, Technorati indexes 112.8 million blogs. Wow, that is ALOT of blogs. So this week I have been instructed to comment on Sifry's own blog, specifically an entry discussing "The

A vintage-lovers dream!

2009-01-31T10:57:00.003-05:00

So as a student, money always seems to be on my mind, as I am sure it is on everyone else's. But the other problem is that we all love to shop, and sometimes nothing can stop us. So.. I thought I would share with everyone one of my favourite places to shop which is cheap, fun and one of a kind!!KENSINGTON MARKET. http://www.kensington-market.ca/Default.asp?id=1&l=1It is my absolute favourite

A Friendly Reminder

2009-01-28T20:48:00.001-05:00

Dont forget to refer to my list of favourite online shopping sites at the bottom of my page for all of the stores and brands I have been mentioning!!!

Backpack for style or comfort?

2009-01-28T18:57:00.005-05:00

So today my day started off with my backpack zipper breaking.. meaning I had to switch to the bag I usually use during the summer, which is an over-the-shoulder bag and it is not comfortable at all. During the winter I like to change to a full back pack because it makes it easier while I am trudging through the snow. My travelling around campus today felt even harder today with the snow AND the

Sam Ronson's Famous Style

2009-01-27T15:09:00.003-05:00

Hey everyone! So this week I have had the topic of DJ Samantha Ronson and Lindsay Lohan on my mind.. and no its not because of their scadalous gestures.. but its because they are coming to our very lovely town of London Ontario!!! Im extremely excited as I may possibly get a siting of Lindsay and I get to listen to the amazing DJ skills of Sam. To see the details of this event happening this

The Perfect Shoes for Winter

2009-01-27T00:08:00.004-05:00

So.. one of the things I have yet to discuss on my blog are SHOES, one of my favourite parts of my outfit! When the cold winter and big snow storms started to come so frequently, I realized that I would need a pair of shoes to wear out downtown that were going to keep my feet remotely warm. Well I guess not warm.. but something better than wearing open toe shoes in 10 feet of snow!!! So I have

A Must-Have Hair Accessory

2009-01-25T13:57:00.004-05:00

So.. it seems that the new hair accessory that many girls have been sporting is these cute, over-the-top type of headbands. They either have big bows on them or flowers and I must say they are very cute! I personally love them, I have a bunch that I actually found at the dollar store and at a store called Claire's which has great fashion accessories for very cheap! Although I am sure that the

A 2-in-1 Winter Accessory!

2009-01-24T11:00:00.004-05:00

Hey everyone! Hope you are having a great weekend.. although once again we are getting this crazy cold weather! I saw a really interesting piece of winter clothing yesterday on campus and I thought I would share it with you. I'm not quite sure what it is actually called but what it was is a winter scarf that had a hood attached to it.. so it basically serves two purposes at once! I thought I

Update: Michelle Obama's Final Choice

2009-01-21T14:27:00.003-05:00

As I mentioned in my previous post, there was no knowledge of Michelle Obama's final choice on which designer she chose to design her dress for the many inauguration balls that her and President Obama would be attending. So, I eagerly went onto the Internet this morning to see the pictures of the beautiful dress she chose. To many people's surprise, Michelle once again chose an unknown designer.

Michelle Obama's Fashionable Entrance

2009-01-20T21:45:00.006-05:00

Hi everyone! As everyone (hopefully) knows, today was a day that went down in history. Today was the inauguration of the 44th president of the United States of America, Barak Obama. Of course Barak's speech was what everyone around the world was looking out for during the ceremony, but all of the fashionistas were focused on what Michelle Obama was wearing on this very special day. As many know,

Apparently BENNIFER is a news alert in Fox's eyes---Video Response on Outfoxed

2009-01-18T14:52:00.003-05:00

Good afternoon students!! Although this is a bit off the topic of fashion, I am required to comment on a video watched in class called Outfoxed. Outfoxed, specifically referring to Fox news discusses the problems faced with controlled media ownership and how imbalanced and biased the information we receive through news channels are. Through many examples, the video proves to us how problematic it

2009-01-17T14:26:00.005-05:00

A great store for a last minute outfit..

2009-01-17T13:53:00.004-05:00

Hey everyone! Hope you are all keeping warm in this crazy -30 degree weather! Speaking of keeping warm, I'm sure many of us went downtown this weekend, relying on the alcohol to keep us warm! But of course, I'm sure many of us got dressed ignoring the fact that it was so cold outside, because we just want to make sure we dress to impress. On Thursday and Friday, I attend Mansion and 29 Park with

2009-01-15T16:04:00.007-05:00

Winter Wear

2009-01-15T15:31:00.009-05:00

Hi UWO students! This is my first blog on The Fashion Scene at UWO blog and it happends to be one of the coldest days of the year so far. So it would be appropriate to discuss the winter wear that all students seem to be sporting when trudging through the snow trying to get to class on time. Firstly, while walking through the slush and snow it is important to be sporting winter boots that are