Jan
19
2014

Duck Dynasty Cast Member Launches Fashion Line

Move over, beards and camouflage, fresh and flirty are moving in!

Duck Dynasty Cast Member Launches Fashion Line

If, like me, you aren't wrapped up in the world of Duck Dynasty, you may have absolutely no idea who Missy Robertson is. That's coolyou soon will. And I'm betting you want to, because I gotta say, her new fashion line looks pretty promising (especially since she has no background in fashion or design).

Missy, the wife of Jase Robertson, has recently announced her new self-titled ladies fashion line, from Southern Fashion House. And I want it all! She's teamed up with designer Stephanie Carter of Southern Fashion House, and I'm inclined to believe you'll like what they've created as much as I do. 

Photo: Southern Fashion House 2014

“I have . . . an appreciation for great clothes,” Missy says in her Vimeo release. “It is very important to me to have clothes that are not only great-looking but that are very comfortable.”

Cute clothes that are comfortable to boot? Sign me up!

Inspired by the junior departments, the clothes shown in the video are super cute with a hint of retro-inspired awesomeness, like off-the-shoulder necklines, bell sleeves, and those crochet inserts (LOVE!). I'm diggin' the bright colours and all those flirty details (like the ruffles and that in the dress belowadorbs!). 

I reached out to Christy Carlisle Smith, CEO of Southern Fashion House, who tells me that the line will be shipped to Canada, so hopefully we'll be seeing it in stores in the upcoming months.

I appreciate the longer hemlines and modest fit of the clothes, too. Sometimes grown-up clothes suck, amirite? I think it's fantastic that Missy is mixing juniors' styles and a grown-up fitat least in theory. I really want to get my hands on some of these pieces and see if they're all they're quacked up (*snort-laugh*) to be. 

What do you think? Are you into the whole Missy Robertson by Southern Fashion House line, or do you think she’s just trying to make more money and grow her fame? She certainly wouldn't be the first TV/movie/music star to use her fame to launch an on-the-side fashion career.

Make sure you check out her video and fall in love with her twang, too. Even if I didn't love the clothes, the woman is so damn charming, I'd kind of love her anyway. If you need me, I'll be watching Duck Dynasty episodes to better know Missy, because I'm officially convinced we're long-lost besties.

Missy Robertson by Southern Fashion House from Missy Robertson by SFH on Vimeo.

Photos courtesy of: Southern Fashion House 2014

Jan
14
2014

Dressing Fashionably For The Cold Weather

You Can Still Look Cute In The Cold

Dressing Fashionably For The Cold Weather

I don’t know about you, but my outfits have been dictated by The Weather Network for a couple of weeks and the thought of trying to put together another cute cold-weather outfit is almost too much.

Almost.

You can look hot and stay warm while you’re braving the cold weather and the best part is it’s not even hard! Knits, lots of layers and cute cold-weather accessories are your best friend while we wait for the cold weather to pass and spring to save us from the shovels.

 4 Great Lip Products For Cold Weather

Layer a great knit over your favourite Oxford blouse, throw in a great pair of skinny jeans or trousers and a pair of tall boots for a simple but stylish outfit for a day at the office or the mall. Add boot socks and a great statement necklace for interest, a cute beanie and scarf for warmth and bundle up in your warmest coat.

Not so much into pants? No biggie. Pants are overrated anyway. Before you think about wearing a skirt or dress, be sure to pick up some fleece-lined tights to keep your legs toasty! Wear your favourite sweater dress or pair a cable-knit sweater or turtleneck with a great wool-blend skirt, add boots and take on the world.

Or, keep warm and look awesome while grabbing coffee by pairing some (grippy-soled) ankle boots and boyfriend and top it off with a great sweater. Grab your scarf, hat and a heavy coat and you’re good to go!

And when all else fails, remember warmth is key. Fashion rules can totally be bent when it’s -25 out there. Goggles can be excused.

Love those looks? Get ‘em here:

1969 destructed sexy boyfriend jeans (shown above) by Gap $79.95

Shrunken boyfriend gingham flannel shirt  (shown above) by Gap $34.99

Plush lined tights (shown above) by Ricki’s $7.25

Sweater dress with shimmering edge by Smart Set (shown above AND it’s mega on sale right now!) $44.99

Szablewski Leather Boot by Aldo $104.99

Metallic Knit Beanie by American Eagle Outfitters (shown above) $13.07

AEO Buckle Bootie by American Eagle Outfitters $38.10

AEO Classic Puffer Parka by American Eagle Outfitters (shown above) $81.70