Fashion

Day to Night Holiday Fashion

The party season is upon us. With calendars filled, more often than not the time between workday and holiday soirée is mere minutes. It’s a logistical and fashion challenge. While we can’t help with the former, we’ve taken on the latter. Our three models demonstrate how easy it is to go from office to party with the help of some local retailers.

Tamara Murkin, fashion assistant designer

LEFT - DAY: A chic charcoal sheath works under a long cardigan for work in a chilly workspace.

Dress by Ted Baker, $250, cardigan by Michael Kors, $395, boots by Michael Kors, $338, bag by Michael Kors, $450, all from Danali, 530 Kenaston Blvd, 489-0577.

RIGHT - NIGHT: Lose the cardigan and add some heels and simple accessories—the dress is perfect for a holiday fête.

Dress by Ted Baker, $250, shoes by Michael Kors, $168, both from Danali. Clutch, $39, cuff, $29, and ring, $68, from Cha Cha Palace, 173 Lilac St, 284-4128.

Devon Ostir, mother of three

LEFT - DAY: Cozy cashmere and a high-waisted skirt with tights are chic for day.

Pencil skirt by Black Halo, $270, top by Madison Marcus, $310, cashmere cardigan by White and Warren, $280, booties by Pour la Victoire, $372 all from Luxe Label, 1693 Corydon Ave, 415-1415. Tote, $69, from Cha Cha Palace, 173 Lilac St, 284-4128.

RIGHT - NIGHT: Un-tucked, this embellished top by celebrity fave Madison Marcus shows off its holiday sparkle.

Pencil skirt by Black Halo, $270, top by Madison Marcus, $310, bracelet by Dyrberg/Kern, $174, ring by Dyrberg/Kern, $160, all from Luxe Label. Clutch, $39, and earrings, $110, both from Cha Cha Palace.

Dr. Beverley Vargo, psychologist

LEFT - DAY: Basic black trousers and a simple textured shell make great foundations for a look that transitions well from day to night.

Pant by Mondo, $99, short sleeved top by Hiroko, $79, jacket by Paisley and Sage, $149, scarf, $19, necklace, $59 (for a set with earrings), earrings $48 (for a set with necklace) all from Peppertree Fashions, 123 Scurfield Blvd, 837-2435. Shoes by Camper, $225, from Cha Cha Palace, 173 Lilac St, 284-4128.

RIGHT - NIGHT: This jacket adds a bold punch of colour and some shimmer for a great evening outfit.

Pant by Mondo,  $99, short sleeved top by Hiroko, $79, jacket $129, boa, $22, necklace and earrings set, $24, clutch, $29, bracelet, $18, ring, $29, all from Peppertree Fashions. Shoes by Kenneth Cole, $110, from Cha Cha Palace. 

Photography by Ian McCausland
Hair by Mariana Canadas of Rituals in Hair and Skin, 701 Pembina Hwy, 452-1182
Makeup by Shannon Le Grange of Merle Norman, 884 St. James St, 783-1904

KIDS FASHION

What little ones should wear this holiday season.

Cozy up

 

Bundle them in cute pajamas for Christmas morning photos. From left: Red polka dot night gown, $32, pink pajamas, $26, baby set with cap, $26, and moose print pajamas, $26, all by Hatley and from Lake Life, 440 Academy Rd, 256-9875.

Play date

 

They’ll be warm and comfortable in adorable knitwear for day. From left: Appaman sweater dress, $62, Baby Legs legwarmers, $16.50, boots, $45, Knuckleheads sweater, $62, and jeans, $60, Kingsley T-shirt, $45, and shoes, $32 all from Style Child, 751 Corydon Ave, 415-3281.

Party style

 

Sweet and chic holiday party clothes have pieces that can work year-round. From left: Floriane dress, $299.99, 3Pommes leggings, $29.00, shoes, $105.99, 3Pommes shirt, $64.99, vest, $52.99, pants, $69.99 and shoes, $89.99 all from Toto N Dot, 2025 Corydon Ave, 487-2896.

Photography by Grajewski Fotograph Inc.