Fall 2014 - Elevations x Banana Republic x General Electric Women's Network

Hello Fall Fashion Fans,

Elevations and Banana Republic show the General Electric Women's Network (GEWN) the Impact of their Image!  This love affair of ours works out great for the women of GE.  This time we gave them part 2 of building an impactful image, and then spent some time showing the ladies how to mix and match their basics and on-trend items to make several looks with the same pieces.

OK, OK!  I'll share one nugget of information that I gave to the GEWN!  Ready?  Well with this knowledge... You will be now!

Top 5 Fashion Trends for Fall 2014

1.  Texture of the Season:  Metallic-inspired Accessories and Clothing

  

Metallic pattern mixes are making a bold resurgence this fall.  You’ll see that liquid metal gloss on shoes and handbags, as well as belts, and it will even make it’s way into skirts and more clothing as we move into the festive season.

 2.  Colour of the Season:  Deep Red \ Burgundy

Last year it was green in emerald hues.  This season, it’s eye popping reds and strong burgundies.  You can understate it if you’re still developing your “colour courage”.

3.  Prints & Patterns

Floral prints with intricate HD detail will be big for fall.  Bold Patterns will also stay on trend this year (houndstooth).  Go with one Bold print or pattern in anything from a dress to an accessory.

4.  Stripes

This season, almost feels like “anything goes” as stripes make a triumphant return.  Feels like they never left!

5.  Comfort Knits and Isle Patterns

Comfort is the buzzword on all of the runways this season.  Take advantage, ladies.  Stock up on your knits.  And when the snow comes, don’t be caught without at least 1 or 2 Fair Isle patterned sweaters.  If done right, these casual looks can still be dressed up for work.

Special thanks to our incomparable dessert caterers The Creative Cakery, as well as the lovely ladies from Lovelee Promotions and Crystal Head Vodka for keeping us all lubricated!  Please check out the Creative Cakery on Instagram!  Their desserts were the true stars of the evening.

Here are some great pics from the event!  Elevations is available to partner with any organization to put on a similar event for you!  Contact us!

Cheryl and Cynthia, proud owners of The Creative Cakery

The woman behind the man, and her biggest fan.

Leanne from Lovelee Promotions with Crystal Head Vodka

 

 

 

shopmyclothes.com and UPC events

Jonny Elias, one of the founders of shopmyclothes.com, and Chris used to work together at a consulting firm and became fast friends. They kept in touch as each of them expanded on their entrepreneurial endeavours. As Elevations blossomed, so did shopmyclothes.com, an e-bay-esque buy, sell and barter site specifically targeted for the fashion-conscious who may be looking for more exclusive and hip pre-owned clothing and accessories. Launched in January of 2010, shopmyclothes.com has made several strong connections in the retail world and has a variety of desirable items for hipsters of all sorts. Some of the featured brands on their website include big names such as Nike, Adidas, Tiffany's, BCBG Max Azaria, Alexander Wang, Jean Paul Gaultier and the list goes on.

We, along with our favourite blogger Erica Francis of downtomarsgirl.com, attended their official launch party on Thursday held at Uncle Otis in Yorkville and sponsored by Stella Artois, and it was a great party. Jonny and his team have a lot of support, and have proven what wonderful things can happen when a need is identified, and you work hard to service that need.

That same night, another great clothing source UPC Boutique was celebrating their 3rd anniversary. Yorkville was buzzing with Indian summer night energy. Maha, the co-owner, and friends put on a great party complete with drinks and music. UPC's cutting edge pieces from up-and-coming designers are strictly for the fashion-forward. They are where the runway meets the street in Toronto, and provide an alternative to the big and somewhat predictable big name brand houses. Elevations is proud to say that we've actually had the opportunity to work with this very trendy store for one of our very own photoshoots. You want to see what's next, check out upcboutique.com.