September - 2017

Casual chic

Casual dinner at a friend's? Go casual chic with jeans, camisole, and a cardigan. Add statement boots, and you could also take this look out to the movies, with drinks after. To shop links, (clockwise from left) Mulberry - Laura Coat Fleur Du Mal - Rose Lace Cami Apiece Apart - Side-tie Cotton and Cashmere-blend Cardigan Givenchy - Nightingale Black Shell Shoulder Bag Gianvito Rossi - Savoie Metallic Button-Loop Ankle Boot Citizens Of Humanity - Estella Blue Ruffled Jeans Top

Poised and passionate, Ellen Parker

(Calgary, Canada) Meet Ellen Parker, owner and director of PARKER PR, mother to two young boys under six, wife of a fly-fishing geologist, and daughter of very cool parents in a Rockabilly band. PARKER PR manages between 15 and 20 clients at any given time including Beakerhead, Master's Gallery, the Calgary Folk Festival, Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Centre, Alberta College of Art and Design (ACAD), Hayden Block Smoke and Whiskey, and the Kensington Business Revitalization Zone. H

Belt bags

Belt bags are here to stay, at least for a few more seasons. For those of us who grew up in the 1980's, we know the practical side of a belt bag, but back in the 80's they simply weren't cool and you'd never dare wear them to work. Enter practical fashion, and new styles out by Gucci, Prada, all the way to Top Shop. There's a version that will suit nearly anyone's style and budget, that's if you're willing to wear a belt bag. The Prada version below even converts to a clutch

Monday blues

Forget the Monday blues and pair black and blue together for an office look that's subtle yet strong. Add a luxurious poncho and you're ready to pop out for a 1-1 coffee with your new bright-eyed intern. To shop links (clockwise from top left) Balmain - Wool Turtleneck with Gold Buttons Burberry - Military Poncho Ray-Ban - Wayfarer Sunglasses Giorgio Armani - Tote Bag Giorgio Armani - High Waist Trousers Christian Dior - J'adior Slingback Pumps xoxoBossBabe #bossbabestyle #bl

A not too casual Friday

When you're a Boss Babe, a Board Member may drop by your office unannounced, or a client asks for a last minute account update. Even better, your best friend is in town from LA and wants to meet up for drinks after work. Dress sharp and you will always be prepared. We've found some new pieces from Aritizia, a delicate lace top we paired with a high-rise, wide leg, cropped trouser. Both pieces won't break the bank and are under $200 each. The Valentino Tango Pumps add the gla

Film festival season

It's film festival season. You've scored an invite to the gala opening for your city's film festival. What to wear? Note - you're not in Hollywood, so no need to be head to toe sequins. Here are some looks that are chic and cool for walking the red carpet. To shop links (left to right) Self Portrait - Ruffled Plaid Wrap Dress Lily and Lionel Celeste - Double Sided Velvet Scarf Michael Kors Collection - Leather Gloves MSGM - fur coat Simone Rocha - Black Perspex Three Tier Dro

Broadcaster and on-air style

(New York, NY) How one dresses in the media world is almost as important as the story itself. Meet Kelly Dillon, a New Jersey native Boss Babe and 33 year old broadcaster, journalist, and voice-over artist working in New York City. Kelly is on the CBS Radio team and previously worked for Good Day New York on Fox 5, Bloomberg Radio, and ESPN. When she’s not helping tri-state area commuters avoid backups on the roads, the seasoned entertainment journalist can be found intervie

Lead the pack

Office looks that lead the pack. Don't let the Alpha Males decide your fate, be in charge and stay in charge. To shop links (top left to right) Elie Saab - Pleated silk blouse Veronica Beard - Puffed sleeve sweater TopShop - Vinyl trench coat Stella McCartney - skin free trench coat Hunter - Original back strap, gloss rain boots Mansur Gavriel - Leather bag Self-Portrait - Midi skirt Alexander Wang - Block heel ankle boots Nico Giani - Lobivia Mini Leather Shoulder Bag Jil Sa

Lara Little's very big life

(Calgary, Canada) Lara Little is a Boss Babe. After twenty years in a successful fashion industry career, she started Lusomé, her own technical luxury pyjama brand which now distributes across 120 retail outlets in North America and delivers worldwide. The luxurious fabrics Lara developed are moisture wicking and the styles include loungewear, lacy detailed nightgowns, and simple t-shirts. The inspiration of the line is to provide women with sleepwear that combats night swea

Casually elegant

When you don't want to wear a suit to work, but still look chic and polished, pair a knit with a cropped pair of pants and kitten heels. Tie it all together with a matching scarf. Heading out for lunch? Add gloves and a black fedora. To shop links, clockwise (left to right) Valentino - leopard print pony-hair leather rockstud gloves B.P. - leopard print scarf Rag & Bone - Embroidered Wool Fedora Hat Coach - Chain Prairie Satchel In Polished Pebble Leather Club Monaco - Christ

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