One of my most favourite accessories (aside from necklaces) are rings. This season features almost everything on a ring, literally. I’ve seen it all from the Empire State Building on a ring to owls and rabbits. Spring/Summer ‘10 is filled with big, shiny cocktail rings, thin stacks of golden rings, crazy geometric rings; you name it, it’s out there. Unfortunately I am limited to only wearing rings on my index and third finger; however, for those of you who can wear ‘em all, please do because when it comes to rings… the more the better! Aldo and Forever 21 carry a great selection of rings in a variety of sizes (especially small sizes for those of you with tiny hands like mine!) So stack on those rings and wave your hands in the air like you just don’t care! (err… but be careful so your precious rings don’t go flying off!)

Nicole Soon, The Style Spy

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New leather jacket. I’ve been hunting for a soft & supple short leather jacket for a while now, but I wasn’t sure if I was willing to drop $500+. So when a friend told me Danier carried a few cute numbers, I made a beeline the next day. I hadn’t been in Danier for years, thinking it was my Mom’s kind of store, so I was super impressed to find an awesome selection of modern leather jackets at a super duper price. I’m living in this jacket right now (I picked up a black one). The prettiest part of the jacket? The hidden hot pink floral jacquard lining.

Available in Black, Espresso and Charcoal in XXXS - XL. Now on sale for $149 (regular price $399) at Danier Leather.

Erica Lam, The Style Spy
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We snuck a sneak peek at the Spring 2010 Matix Clothing line, printed marble knits, fresh fruity solids, soft cardis, slim cut denim, brushed fleece ashers, woven dresses and lightweight jumpers. A total laid-back California cool style that makes it easy for us to look good. We caught up with Matix designer, TANYA CORRAO from Torrance, California to find out more about her life in the industry and the inspiration behind the Spring collection.

What first sparked your interest in becoming a designer?
No idea I was pretty young, when girls were drawing rainbows and unicorns, I was drawing outfits and stilettos.

How would you describe your design aesthetic?
I would say, ultra soft hand feel and hidden side pockets, I’m obsessed with pockets and need them on everything I design.

What was your chief design inspiration last season? and for this upcoming season?
For Fall 2010 I was mainly inspired by mixing vintage silhouettes with new modern fabrics… or vise versa. Holiday 2010 coming up, you’ll see an updated variation of Fall, with some new details… don’t want to give anything away too soon, but we are coming out with a new mini collection, a bit more high end, yet still affordable called Lurker Label by Matix. Good stuff to come…

How would you describe the Matix girl
The Matix girl is a girl who can hang with the guys, is a bit of a tomboy but can mix a bit of femininity in there, always setting new trends, never afraid to try new things, is the one all her friends go to for new music, and never takes herself or the world too seriously.

Words of wisdom to would-be fashion designers trying to make it big?
Never mix red wine with white.

Matix is available at Trixie and Off The Wall in Toronto and the Boardroom, Showcase and Underworld in Vancouver. Prices range from $35 - $140 CAD.

Erica Lam & Aliyah Shamsher, The Style Spy