Freelance Whales

It's been a few weeks since I last got ridiculously excited about a new band. I've downloaded lots, but nothing that made the hairs on my arms stand up. Until today, that is, when I gave in to the hubub and checked out Freelance Whales. I was initially hesitant because I really hate clichéd indie bands who all jump on the bandwagon of using something in their name (pandas, bears, most recently whales...) but there's been an absolute explosion of hype for these guys in the last few days - too much to ignore. I was far from disappointed. This is classic, pretty indie rock. It has hints of today's penchant for electronic effects but isn't as synthy as acts like Passion Pit. Their songs are instrumentally-rich and well composed. Check out their videos and see for yourself!

John Hughes Documentary

"Don't You Forget About Me" is a Canadian-produced documentary coming out about John Hughes, the director behind teen favourites and 80s style classics "Pretty in Pink", "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and "The Breakfast Club" among others. He truly defined the teen movie genre, and few teen films since he stopped producing in the early '90s have come close to what he achieved. This documentary tracks where he disappeared to in the early '90s, and is even more relevant after his tragic death this summer. I can't wait to see it!

Mila Jovovich for Donna Karan DK Cashmere

This looks so cozy - the prefect thing to snuggle up in during Canadian winter!

Toronto Fashion Week: Jason Meyers

This show was so frilly and girly, I think it was probably my favourite from LGFW. Love the '80s gloves that lend the outfits a rocker feel, especially with the body-con white dress. I could totally see myself getting married in that - clearly I don't want a traditional wedding!

Toronto Fashion Week: Pink Tartan

And now from the other half of Toronto's fashion power couple, Kimberly Newport-Mimran's Pink Tartan, which showed edgy-glam pieces with a distinct '80s vibe. Although the collection seemed very safe coming from an established label, it is certainly very wearable and is sure to sell well despite the recession. I love the jumpsuit (possibly my favourite trend right now) as well as the belted blazers. So many designers have been emphasizing the waist this season - such a good look.

Toronto Fashion Week: Joe Fresh

This show was so quintessentially Joe Fresh - simple, light, fun and tasteful. The looks all felt very collegiate to me (maybe it was just the knee socks and spectacles) and it definitely picked up on a lot of the trends I like to wear to school: shirt dresses, stripes, messenger bags, classic blazers and trenches, pastels and those aforementioned preppy knee socks. The pantsless trend was in full effect too - can't wait to see how stores market that come spring! Best of all was Joe Mimran landing high-profile celebuspawn and budding model Theodora Richards.

The Hair! The Dress! The Necklace! The Earrings!

The Drapers go to Italy. I die.

I know the look is a little Cindy-Lou-Who-ish but I still think it's gorgeous.

P.S. - Betty speaks Italian. Could she be any more perfect?!