Style Tips
Woodgrove’s Top Five Fail Safe Gift-Giving Ideas
Forget all the drama of last-minute gift shopping. We’ve searched the trends and the shops to get you in and out in record time. This means more time celebrating and less time in line.
1. Whiz Kid - Tech gifts make anyone in the family happy, so go for gold with one of the newest tablets. Not keen on the iPad line-ups? The Asus Transformer tablet features an optional docking keyboard for full QWERTY fun which means you score major points on the functionality front.
2. House & Home - Secret Santas do not fear. Take your cue from the latest home décor trend: scentscaping. Home fragrance, scented candles, essential oils, sachets - you can use them to spritz linens, add another dimension to your holiday cocktail party, or simply to freshen up the room.
3. All Ages Category - Canada’s own eReader the Kobo Touch covers the gamut of age ranges on that gift-giving list. Pack that stocking with as many books as they can read over the holiday break.
4. Athlete’s Club - If there’s an outdoor sport buff on the list, the range of skis, snowboards, bikes, golf clubs, skates, and hiking gear at Woodgrove Centre means you’ve got a one-stop shop at your service.
5. The Travel Bug - Think outside the box. Woodgrove’s travel specialists can make you the Holiday Hero with their selection of winter getaways.
The Holiday Fashion Fix
We know our island girls need to keep practical while they swish their way from one holiday event to the next. Here are our top five must-have items for the winter season.
1. The Little Black Dress - No holiday season escapes without multiple appearances of the LBD. To make your little black dress statement stand out from the crowds pair it with a strong choker necklace and matching bangles. Lucky for all of us both gold and silver are on the season’s hip list.
2. Mad for Knits - The chunky sweater is a no-brainer for any island girl. Whether it’s the alpine Nordic prints that make your heart sing or the bold jewel tone cable knits, there is a fashion knit waiting to go home.
3. The Gold Rush - The gold metallic shoe is a trend made for the holidays. The newest silhouettes are the oxford or creeper (aka the wedge platform) but the classic stiletto never fails. They pretty much add a festive look to any combo.
4. The Fur Trade - Faux fur is something every Canadian girl can get behind. With those thermometres dropping fast, a little extra warmth is always a bonus. Try an outsized collar on an old coat to give it a little re-fresh or up-size when you buy a vest and match it over your basic black coat (you know you have one) and voilà, your evening attire now has outwear to match.
5. Parka City – Military styles are a safe bet no matter the season. This winter the classic hooded parka is the must-have item. Try a vest version and pair it with one of those chunky cable knits and make it prep styles or if you feel a little more rocker than varsity club, layer it over your biker jacket for a London Calling vibe.
Respected stylist Luisa Rino (who has styled photo shoots around the world and worked with Flare Magazine, ELLE Canada, and CITY TV) reveals what’s looking good this season. We think her selections really show off the fact that Woodgrove Centre is the only place you need to go to get everything you want to express your island style.
