UK's most expensive street...

and yes... I was shopping there yesterday... Louis Vuitton, Prada, Cartier .... too bad I left my wallet at home or I would have spent a fortune (teasing!)

Bond Street certainly has the best shopping in London!

Selfridge's

The Boot

Living in Vancouver, I would never have fathomed wearing these boots. At first sight, I thought they were God awful and only for dudes, but it seems "girly-girls" wear these things too, and to be honest, they actually aren't that bad. In fact, they really are growing on me. Growing on me so much that I find myself constantly looking in shop windows to find a pair that suits me best. Black or brown? Distressed or polished?

One of my top picks would be at Office, or this pick from NEXT. Team them up with skinnies, a floral T, fur gilet and a shoulder bag and you've got the complete look.

"A" is for "Absence"... and "Aviator"

It has been almost two months since I have blogged, sorry gang!, but this move to the UK has really preoccupied my life. I am pleased to say I am feeling more settled and as of late have been roaming the streets for some great fashion inspirations.

One of my faves, and which can be found in any neighbourhood Top Shop store, is this fabulous faux-leather aviator. This is certainly a "must-have" for the A/W season!

Obakki’s fall line is for the rock ’n’ roll glamour goddess

Attending a highly-anticipated fashion event and rubbing elbows with Californian blogger Rumi Neely (fashiontoast.com) is a fabulous way to spend an evening. A few weeks ago, fellow intern Dahlia James and I got to attend a fall fashion show at Obakki’s Gastown shop (44 Water St., 604-669-9727, obakki.com). Building on the brand’s staple subdued colour palette, grey tones dominated, and the runway saw plenty of rock ’n’ roll meets funky-slash-edgy meets glam goddess designs. Slouchy sweaters, tailored trousers and aviator-style jackets were juxtaposed by feminine draped sweater dresses. One of my favourite pieces was the button-front cropped capelet in a sumptuous sequined champagne silk. A close second, third and fourth: a slouchy top, an asymmetrical draped sleeveless dress, and a V-neck dress that would make anyone’s waist look teensy-tiny.

Limited Edition Quo Bronzer -available at Shoppers Drug Mart

You could limit yourself to applying one of Quo’s limited-edition Safari Bronzers ($20, at Shoppers Drug Mart) just to your face, but I say, why stop there? Grab a big brush apply wherever you need a bit of sun-kissed shimmer.

Chloe Angus cozies up to the Dunbar neighbourhood

Nestled in the heart of Vancouver’s Dunbar area, Chloe Angus Design (4273 Dunbar St., 604-224-2456, chloeangus.com) is a fashion boutique that marks a significant step for both the neighbourhood and the designer who gives the shop its name. The space acts not only Angus’ design studio, but also marks her first retail location, which was celebrated recently with a grand opening that featured live window mannequins, a fashion show and a star appearance by Angus’ miniature pony, Sonny.

While the designer has been known for her evening gowns and suiting, Angus’ design focus has evolved over the years, and there is now an emphasis on using eco-friendly fibres such as bamboo and Lyocell, which she transforms into soft wraps, skirts and cardigans. One of my favourite items is the Button Wrap (shown, $129), which is made from either bamboo or wool and available in wide assortment of colours–from berry to black to camel to coral.  And of course, they’re all made in Canada.