We spotted Lethbridge, Alberta native BLENDA MANGAL at Eden Fashion Boutique in Yaletown during our summer shopathon. We loved her take on some of summer’s hottest trends - floral and studs. Her heart is in fashion and styling and her dream is to one day work with Alexander Wang. Don’t forget to get us an intro when you do! Meet Blenda.

Wearing…A rose print halter dress from Velvet, B-Low The Belt belt and Dayton boots.

Top shops: Eden Fashion Boutique, American Apparel, Gravity Pope, Holt Renfrew and Blubird. I love department stores in the US - Barneys, Saks, Neiman Marcus. I also love shopbop.com!

Current obsession: sequins, YSL shoes, Leigh & Luca scarves, oversized white tees, Mike & Chris leather (it’s been my obsession for years now), EVERYTHING Alexander Wang, Golden Goose boots and anything with rips, tears, and holes.

Last purchase: Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent gladiator wedges.

Next purchase: Graham & Spencer fur jacket for fall or leather high-waisted shorts!

Fave piece in your closet: It would have to be my Mike & Chris leather motorcycle jacket that I got for my birthday a year ago!

Vital beauty products: Mint Peel by Hannah’s Esthetics, a good moisturizer, Clarins lip balm, sunscreen and Lancome mascara.

In my purse: Cash and cards, lipgloss, cell phone, keys, good pair of aviator sunglasses, gum or mints, sometimes yoga gear and a bottle of water always!

Dreaming of…Moving to New York and working with Alexander Wang (sigh).

I’ll never get tired of…Going to Las Vegas! The shopping, restaurants, Cirque du Soleil..it is so fantasy like, I love it!

Erica Lam, The Style Spy
erica@thestylespy.com

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F Troupe Canvas Stud Lace Up in White $73 CAD

Available at El Kartel

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Book early. Only 3 appointments available for this promotion each Sunday. Kitsilano Toni&Guy: 604-737-4249

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Aritzia

It’s date night and even though you ransacked Robson looking for the perfect outfit, and found one, you’re still torn as to what to wear and your apartment looks like a tornado hit. Don’t worry ladies, follow these few tips that work for me and you’re date will be a success. To take the edge off those pesky butterflies, sip on a little glass of wine and blast your fav tunes while getting ready. Before you put on your dress from Zara, satin short romper from Aritzia, or ripped white skinnies from Urban Outfitters, be sure to lather on sweet smelling lotion and slip on your sassiest matching bra and panties (just saying).

For extra flirty eyes, skip the full-on falsies and add corner lashes instead. Who says your trendy day bag is a no go for evening? I’m not a clutch girl, there’s just not enough room. I need the space for a travel size bottle of hairspray, body spray and a selection of makeup for those needed mid-evening touch-ups. For killer, luminescent legs, mist Tarte’s Celebutante moisturizing dry oil shimmer on your legs before you head out the door.

And remember, as long as you look hot, smell yummy and feel confident, your guy really won’t care what you’re wearing—I know, after all that.

Christie Lohr, The Style Spy
christie@thestylespy.com

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