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Fashion[Unfold]: 1st Debate review Artistic vs Commercial

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:32:00 +0000

Our first Fashion[Unfold] debate was launched on Twitter today, as @fusionofeffects and I invited tweeps to weight in on Artistic vs Commercial .

With a higher participation rate than expected, the debate naturally evolved into Tweeps addressing Canadian Fashion evolution and the chance for our Designers to measure up on an international scale.

A series of #FashionUnfold Tweets were recorded, as Industry insiders weighted in on the question. Check out what was said after the jump.

High notes from our 1st Fashion[Unfold] Debate:

- The importance to balance between Artistic and Commercial for success

The lack of funding to support emerging Canadian Designers

- A Canadian Fashion market still in early stages of development

- The success of Canadian designers on the artistic front but not equally on the commercial side of things

Artistic pieces may not always lead to sales, but industry insiders agree that they remain an important component of Fashion, especially to fuel creativity and develop brand identity.

Canadian Fashion is still very young, considering the likes of Paris, New York, London or Milan, but it's not a far-fetched thought to aim in that direction, even if it's going to take us a lot to get there.

Baby steps do count too.

Here are some Canadian Designers worth noting, for their successful mix of Artistic & Commercial. Great Constantine, Sunny Fong from VAWK, Lucian Matis, Denis Gagnon, Dimitri Chris (Menswear), Charlotte Hosten (accessories) and Midence Oliu Millinery (Headpieces).

Great Canadian Designers expatriates : Erdem Moralioglu , Dsquared2, Mark Fast and Rad Hourani just to name a few.

This debate was a great chance to highlight Canadian Fashion and shed a light on many issues that have yet to be resolved, mainly the limited access to funding for emerging canadian designers, but it is a start.

Check out Marcus Kan's Blog for Updates on today's debate, as we prepare next week's Hot Topic.

Thank you for joining us and keep the Tweets coming, Twitter Tag: #FashionUnfold

Fashion Debate: Artistic vs Commercial

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:15:00 +0000

Few Tuesdays ago, I shared a video on Twitter, a fashion show from [FAT] Fashion & Alternative Arts Week: ROMANDIN by Cristina Sabaiduc.

The original fashion presentation combining artsy pieces, unusual materials and avant-garde technology, had me and many others in Awe.

Few moments later, from multiple RTs (retweets) to replies, a healthy debate on Sabaiduc's work was launched, as tweeps either encouraged her vision or questioned her business viability. The Fashion vs Business question was Le sujet du jour.

How relevant is avant-garde Fashion and should Designers be more business oriented instead we asked. Editors, Photographers, Designers alike all weighted their 2 cents on the matter. Check it out after the jump, and have your say.

Should emerging Designers think beyond the Art of Fashion, when creating their brand? And if so, what would thinking beyond or best, thinking forward be? What do you think?

Touching right on the subject, was an Interview with Ogilvy VP Marketing Steeve Lapierre, during the TELIO Design Competition few months ago, in which Lapierre addressed the issue of turning a Fashion brand into a successful business.

Following such a hot topic, Toronto based Fashion Photographer Marcus Kan from Fusion Of Effects and myself, decided to open the gates, for a healthy Fashion Debate with all of you: Fashion[Unfold] was born.

Every Tuesday starting today, we will have a Hot Topic up for debate, ready to be discussed on our Blogs and live on Twitter. Today, Marcus opts for Artistic vs Commercial, read it in full on his Blog here and have your say.

.Artistic vs Commercial.

The Goal : To address Fashion issues, share opinions, suggest answers and educate each other, for Fashion's sake and business growth.

We hope to have as many of you join us in, as we kick things off this week. Have your say, via comments or Tweets. Follow us on Twitter @fusionofeffects & @MissSLY, and make sure to tag your tweets with #FashionUnfold so we can find your replies.

To our first Fashion Debate!

Photo courtesy: Style.com via @fusionofeffects

Thought of the day | Pensée du jour

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:26:00 +0000

Live to the fullest

[ The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time. ] Jack London

Vivez au maximum

[La Raison d'être de l'homme est de vivre, et non pas d'exister. Je ne perdrai pas mes jours à essayer de les prolonger. Je vais utiliser mon temps avec raison. ] Jack London

Picture source (Google) Daphne Guiness

British Style Evolution - It's a Scary world

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:51:00 +0000

Keeping up with the British flavour, I am sure you all remember Scary Spice a.k.a Mel. B - the wild, loud and out spoken personality of the Spice Girls formation.

Both Scary and Posh were my kind of spice back then, and I am glad they are still hot news today.

While Posh Spice a.k.a Victoria Beckham reinvented herself in a renowned British Fashion Designer and now Style icon, lately nominated for a British Fashion Awards , Melanie Brown has had her own share of reinvention, with new projects and new looks under her Abs. Check it out after the jump!

Mel. B took matters in her own hands, going from Spice Girls to Dancing with the Stars, upgrading her style and image and reinventing herself all together. What a transformation!

Once known for her extravagant and often questionable outfits, with a larger than life personality, Mel. B has now evolved into a TV personality and entrepreneur, a glamorous femme, aware of what flatters her body's best.

But don't call her a softy just yet, judging from her two daughters hair dos and wardrobe choices, we can see how she keeps up with the scary factor.

For those who would like to add some spice to their Sunday routine, if only for the British accent, catch up more of Mel. B and her crazy world with the launch of her Reality show:

Mel. B: It's a scary world this Sunday, September 5th on Style. Check out a clip preview below.

Up-close and personal and always unpredictable, Mel B: It's a Scary World premieres Sunday, September 5 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on Style.

British Fashion Awards 2010 : And the Nominees are...

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:22:00 +0000

Yesterday, the British Fashion Council (BFC) announced the shortlist of nominees for the 2010 edition of the British Fashion Awards.

The event recognises the most influential people in fashion today and celebrates the reputation and development of British fashion.

The winners will be announced at the British Fashion Awards, on Tuesday 7th December, during an evening attended by the most influential industry leaders, designers, retailers, models, celebrities and media to celebrate the best in British fashion, an evening now added to our Fashion events wish list.

We have heard that a pinch of Posh spice was added to the mix, what do you think? Check out the nominees and our picks after the jump!

The award categories this year include Designer Brand, Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator and the two Emerging Talent Award’s, Ready to Wear and Accessories, recognising and supporting the young design talent whose creativity drives forward the British fashion industry.

This year’s nominees were chosen by the British Fashion Council Press Committee and amongst all the nominees in different categories, we like the chances of:

Burberry and Victoria Beckham in the DESIGNER BRAND Category, for a leading British designer brand that has excelled and made an impact on the international stage over the past year.

Lara Stone and David Gandy in the MODEL Category, listed for a British model who has emerged as a leading name in the modelling industry and is making a strong mark on the international fashion scene.

Shoe Designer Nicholas Kirkwood and Emma Hill for Mulberry in the ACCESSORY DESIGNER Category for The leading British designer of shoes, jewellery, millinery or accessories within the past year.

Winners will be announced at the British Fashion Awards on Tuesday 7th December. Something that promises to be an exciting event.

For a complete list of the nominees, visit: http://www.britishfashionawards.com/

Hello September

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:53:00 +0000

Time to shake things off in Fashion land Ladies & Gents.

News, Interviews, Contests, Fashion weeks all coming next.

It's Monday: Let's start the show!

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:34:00 +0000

Welcome and Thank you for visiting, as we kick off, yet another Fab Week.

Only one day remaining, until we can kiss August goodbye, and embrace the January of Fashion a.k.a September. You know the frenzy is about to start all over again, you can already hear the buzz.

From Fashion weeks, new or reinvented trends, inspiring collections, splendid magazine covers, and of course a series of faux pas (you have to have those!), there will be plenty to keep you fashionably informed.

Let's get ready, so Ladies & Gents, as Nigel from The Devil Wears Prada would say, "Alright everyone, gird your loins!" as he warned everyone that Miranda was on her way.

It's on!

C'est lundi: Que le show commence!

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:10:00 +0000

Bienvenue et merci d'être là, alors que nous entamons une nouvelle semaine.

Plue qu'un journée avant que nous puissions dire aurevoir à Août, et embrasser le Janvier de la mode alias Septembre. La frénésie est palpable, vous pouvez déjà en entendre le bourdonnement.

Des Semaines de Mode, nouvelles tendances ou réinventées, collections mémorables, couvertures de magazines splendides, et bien sûr une série de faux pas (il le faut bien!), vous aurez tout pour rester tendance et informés.

Alors allons-y, Mesdames et Messieurs, comme dirait Nigel dans Le Diable s'habille en Prada, "Attention tout le monde, attachez vos ceintures!" alors qu'il prévenait tout le monde que Miranda était en route.

On y va!

Thought of the day | Pensée du jour

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:16:00 +0000

Wise choices

[ We are what we choose. ]
Jeff Bezos

Choix judicieux

[Nos choix nous définissent. ]
Jeff Bezos

MONTRÉAL ADOPTE UN STYLE FRAIS

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:26:00 +0000

Le 26 août 2010, une nouvelle boutique Joe Style FraisMC ouvrira ses portes au 395, rue Jean Talon Ouest

Dans quelques jours, l’édifice historique de la gare Jean Talon de Montréal, au Québec, accueillera une toute nouvelle boutique Joe Style FraisMC,offrant une large gamme de vêtements et d’accessoires stylisés tendance et abordables à l’intention de tous les membres des familles de cette collectivité effervescente.

Découvrez tous les détails de cette ouverture, ainsi que les évènements et offres spéciales qui l'accompagnent, après le saut.

« Nous sommes très excités à l’idée d’ouvrir une nouvelle boutique dans ce quartier de Montréal», affirme Joe Mimran de Joseph Mimran & Associates, directeur de la création, vêtements, maison et loisirs, pour Les Compagnies Loblaw limitée (Loblaw). « Ce n’est pourtant que le début. En effet, afin de mieux satisfaire les besoins de la clientèle de la marque Joe Style FraisMC, plusieurs autres succursales ouvriront leurs portes au cours des prochains mois. »

À l’instar des boutiques de Queens Quay et de Forest Hill, à Toronto en Ontario, cette nouvelle boutique Joe Style FraisMC a pignon sur rue et est situé à côté d’une épicerie Loblaw. D’une superficie de 14 500 pieds carrés, la boutique proposera des vêtements pour hommes, femmes et enfants, des accessoires, des vêtements de nuit et des sous-vêtements sélectionnés.

Afin que la nouvelle boutique Joe Style FraisMC s’harmonise avec le décor, Loblaw a tenu compte du caractère élégant et historique du bâtiment. Grâce au choix des présentoirs peu élevés afin de ne pas obstruer la vue d’ensemble et à la conservation du tableau des arrivés et des départs et du comptoir-caisse original, la nouvelle boutique respecte la splendeur de l’édifice.

FÊTE D’OUVERTURE DE LA BOUTIQUE
Parmi les événements marquant l’ouverture de la boutique Joe Style FraisMC, une grande fête sera organisée, devant la boutique, le samedi 28 août 2010, de 12 h à 16 h. Elle comportera une prestation de la chanteuse Pamela, un barbecue familial et un kiosque à crème glacée.

Au cours de la fin de semaine d’ouverture, des offres spéciales seront également en vigueur incluant un coupon-rabais de 5 $ à l’achat de 25 $ et plus* et un sac réutilisable gratuit avec achat pour les 1 000 premiers clients.

La boutique ouvrira ses portes le jeudi 26 août 2010, au 395, rue Jean-Talon Ouest, Montréal (Québec) H3N 2Y8.

Pour obtenir la liste de tous les boutiques, visitez le site Web http://www.joe.ca/

MONTREAL GETS EXTRA FRESH

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:16:00 +0000

New Joe Fresh Style® Studio store to open at 395 Jean-Talon O. on August 26, 2010

As you know, a brand new Joe Fresh Style® Studio store will open this week, in the historic Jean-Talon train station in Montreal, Quebec. This new location will bring a wide selection of stylish and affordable fashions and accessories for the whole family to this vibrant community.

Check out all the details of the Store opening, with BBQ event and special offers after the jump.

“We are thrilled to be opening a beautiful new store in this exciting Montreal neighbourhood,” says Joe Mimran of Joseph Mimran & Associates, Creative Director, Apparel, Home and Entertainment for Loblaw Companies Limited. “It is the first of several new locations we will be opening across the country over the coming months to better reach the Joe Fresh® customer.”

This new location is a Joe Fresh Style® Studio store, a self-contained building, adjacent to a Loblaws grocery store, similar to the format and style of the Joe Fresh Studio stores located next to Loblaw stores at Queens Quay and Forest Hill in Toronto, Ontario. The 14,500 square foot store will feature women’s, men’s, and kids’ apparel, accessories, sleepwear and select
intimates pieces.

To integrate the new Joe Fresh Style® Studio store, Loblaw paid homage to the history and elegance of the building. From selecting low-standing fixtures to maintaining sightlines throughout the main space and retaining the train station’s arrivals and departures sign, to incorporating the original cashiers’ counter as the store’s new cash desk, the new store respects the building’s grandeur.

STORE OPENING EVENT
As part of the Joe Fresh Studio store opening events, a big block party with a performance by recording artist Pamela and a family-friendly BBQ and ice cream shop in front of the store will take place on Saturday August 28, 2010, from noon to 4 p.m.

Special offers will be introduced throughout the opening weekend including a $5 coupon when you spend $25 or more* and a free reusable tote bag with any purchase for the first 1000 customers.

The store will open to the public on Thursday August 26, 2010, and is located at 395 Rue Jean-Talon Ouest, Montreal, QC, H3N 2Y8.

Visit http://www.joe.ca/ for complete store listings.

OUVERTURE: Joe Style Frais - La 1ère Boutique À Montréal

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:22:00 +0000

Finalement!

Le moment que tant attendent depuis longtemps: La 1ère boutique Joe Style Frais, va enfin ouvrir ses portes au public de Montréal, ce jeudi, 26 août, à Jean Talon.

Pour l'occasion, Joe Mimran, directeur de la création, Joe Style Frais,
invite les membres des médias à un cocktail VIP, le mercredi 25 août, afin de célébrer l’ouverture de la nouvelle boutique Joe Style Frais, et découvrir en exclusivité, la dernière collection.

Juste avant d'assister au cocktail, réservé aux médias, je vais passer quelques temps avec Joe Mimran, en guise de suite à l'entretien qu'il m'avait accordé en Février dernier, durant lequel il parlait du lancement de la ligne de vernis à ongles Joe Style Frais, et de l'ouverture de la boutique à Montréal.

La station de métro Jean-Talon est déjà en mode frais (allez-y voir!), tandis que nous le serons, dans quelques heures.

Votre Rendez-vous frais chez: Joe Fresh Style® Boutique studio, 395 Rue Jean-Talon Ouest.

En attendant, restez frais!

STORE OPENING: Joe Fresh Style - Montreal

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:19:00 +0000

Finally!!

The moment so many have been waiting for: The Joe Fresh Style stand alone new store, will finally open its doors to Montreal this Thursday, August 26, at the Jean Talon location.

For the occasion, Joe Mimran, Creative Director for Joe Fresh Style, invites members of media to a VIP cocktail party, Wednesday, August 25 to celebrate the opening of the new Joe Fresh Style store, and discover in exclusivity the latest collection.

Just before attending the cocktail party, I will get to spend some time with Joe Mimran, to follow up on our February interview , during which he had announced the launch of the Joe Fresh Nail Polish line as well as the first ever Joe Fresh stand alone store for Montreal.

The Jean Talon subway station is already in Fresh mode (check it out!), and so will we, in just few hours.

Your Fresh Rendez-vous at: Joe Fresh Style® Studio Store, 395 Jean-Talon West.

Until then, stay fresh!

BULLETIN COLLAB: Joe Style Frais, Les vernis à ongles: Revue de produit

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:36:00 +0000

Avec l’ouverture d’un nouveau magasin à Montréal, ce jeudi 26 août, nous nous devons de mentionner Joe Style Frais, mais cette fois, nous parlons de cosmétiques, avec la nouvelle ligne de vernis à ongles lancée par Joe Style Frais cet été.

Notre invitée blogueuse du mois Jane Doe a essayé quelques couleurs de la ligne de vernis à ongles, et nous partage son expérience juste après le saut.

UN BULLETIN PAR JANE DOE: INVITÉE BLOGUEUSE

Joe Style Fraisune marque canadienne connue pour ses créations tedance pour hommes, femmes et enfants, vient de lancer une ligne de vernis à ongles haute en couleurs, tendance et abordable

La ligne offre 18 teintes de base, En plus d'une série de couleurs saisonnières , pour nos humeurs changeantes en matière de Mode. Cette variété de couleurs permet a tous les d’y trouver leur compte.

C’est lors d’un tweet-meet dans le vieux port de Montréal, en compagnie de Noëlly Sam, Rédactrice en chef de Miss SLY!™ , que la ligne de vernis à ongles Joe Style Frais m’a été présentée. J'ai fini par peindre mes ongles dans de multiples couleurs, y compris Paon un vert-bleu métallic, idéal pour un look mode et sophistiqué, que j’ai trouvé versatile.

J'ai poursuivi mon épisode peinture avec une série de pastels incluant, Menthe, un vert mat, Bleu Poudre, un bleu ciel tout doux, parfait pour vos jours d’été, et Beurre, un jaune très pâle, vraiment beurre, qui complète ma peau brune à la perfection.

Outre le riche métallique et les pastels jeunes, j'ai aussi essayer l’exclusif Vin, un rouge riche, créé spécialement pour la campagneRethink contre le cancer du sein dont les profits sont versés à la cause.

Après avoir hésiter longuement,

J'ai voté pour deux pastels, Bleu Poudre et Beurre. Toutes fois, j’avoue avoir été sceptique avant de les essayer, car je ne pensais pas que les tons pastels s’accorderaient à mon teint, mais j'ai été agréablement surprise, en plus les vernis à ongles Joe Style Frais, sèchent rapidement, veuillez juste en appliquer 2 ou 3 couches, pour un effet longue durée.

À 4 $ par vernis ou trois pour 10 $ (plus taxes bien sur ), c’est un très bon moyen de rester tendance tout en respectant votre budget, et en contribuant à une bonne cause.

Alors Bleu Poudre pour ma manucure, et un soin Beurre pour ma pédicure. Vive les pastels !

Merci Noëlly Sam, pour la découverte et m'avoir laissé partager mon expérience avec ton audience.

Crédit photo: Mélissa Di Rocco de Mel's Vision Photography

@SoyJaneDoe

GUEST POST: Joe Fresh Style, Nail Polish : Product Review

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:51:00 +0000

With a new store opening in Montreal next Thursday, August 26th, it is only fitting to put our very own Joe Fresh Style, back in the spotlight, but this time, we are talking Cosmetics, with the new Joe Fresh Style Nail Polish line, that launched this summer.

Our Guest Blogger Jane Doe tried on few shades from the nail polish line, and shares her take on the product. Check it out after the jump.

A POST BY JANE DOE: GUEST BLOGGER

Joe Fresh Style, a Canadian brand known for its trendy and fashionable creations for men, women and children, has now launched a line of fresh, colorful, and affordable nail polish shades!

The line offers 18 basic shades, in addition to a series of seasonal colors, to go with our ever changing Fashion moods. This variety of colors is a great way to complement everyone style, whether it be street or chic.

It is during a tweet-meet in the Montreal Old Port, with the lovely Noëlly Sam, Editor-in-Chief of Miss SLY!™ , that I got introduced to the Joe Fresh Style nail polish line. I ended up painting my nails in multiple colors, including Peacock a metallic blue-green, ideal for a trendy and sophisticated look, that I found very versatile.

I followed my painting episode with a series of pastels including, Mint, a mat green, Powder blue, a soft and almost baby blue shade, perfect for a summer day, and Butter, a pale yellow, very butter-like, which complemented my brown skin to perfection.

Besides the rich metallic and youth pastels, I also got to try on the exclusive shade Wine, a rich red, created for the Rethink Breast Cancer Campaign, for which all proceeds go to the cause.

After much debating, I voted for two pastels shades, Powder Blue and Butter. Although, I must confess that prior to trying them on, I didn't think pastel colors would do justice to my skin complexion, but I was pleasantly surprised, plus these Joe Fresh Style nail polish dry really fast, just make sure to apply 2 or 3 coats, for a long lasting effect.

At $4 each or three for $10 (plus taxes of course), it is definitely a budget friendly way to stay trendy and in style, all while contributing to a noble cause. In my case, I will let Powder Blue grace my hands for a manicure, while I reserve a Butter treatment for my pedicure. Long live pastels!

Thank you to Noëlly Sam, for the discovery and for letting me share my thoughts with your readers.

Photo credit: Mélissa Di Rocco from Mel's Vision Photography

@SoyJaneDoe

Miss SLY!™ NEW GUEST BLOGGER: Introducing JANE DOE

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:21:00 +0000

Meeting creative people, from all walks of life, is one of the perks I enjoy the most as a Fashion Entrepreneur, especially with Social Media such as Twitter, they make connecting and networking much more accessible.

So it comes as no surprises that our NEW Guest Blogger was in fact, discovered on Twitter.

Find out who is our NEW Guest Blogger and what's in store for you, after the jump!

After months of tweeting, about Fashion, Beauty and Business collaborations, a tweet-meet with Miss Jane Doe, Montreal based Fashion Aficionado, was way overdue.

Smart, insightful and eager to learn, Jane Doe expressed great interest in being part of Miss SLY!™ adventures.

As our meeting went on, I grew confident to have her on board. Her 1st mission: To conduct a product review for Joe Fresh Style - Nail Polish line.

But before sharing her post, let's hear from Jane Doe, in her own words.

" I am an avid fashion lover! I like talking about it, wearing it, watching it! I share my passion for fashion and my love for Montreal on my blog janedoe514.tumblr.com.

My personal mission: To help my readers discover Montreal and its fashion and urban life, unseen in conventional media. All with a touch of diversity! "

It is my pleasure to have Jane Doe contribute this month. Hope you will enjoy her Joe Fresh Style - Nail polish review.

You can follow Jane Doe on Twitter via @SoyJaneDoe

Until the next one.

FASHIONABLE TIPS: TWEET Efficiently

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:53:00 +0000

Since joining Twitter, I have been introduced to a whole new Sphere of Networking Influence.

Connecting to people with common interests, worldwide, in a matter of a click and a tweet, is powerful, especially for us operating online businesses.

Check out 3 simple Twips to maximise your Twitter experience, after the jump!

On Twitter, we follow Tweeps (Twitter users), they follow us back - sometimes not, but don't get offended. We RT tweets (RT = Retweeting/forwarding something of interest) to our followers.

We promote our business, catch on the news, search for information around the globe and much more.

Plus, every Friday, we follow the Twitter tradition to #FollowFriday or #FF other Tweeps: Recommending Twitter users we find worth following, to others.

Something very similar to suggesting a good book or movie to friends. An effective promotional system, when done right.

So how can you maximise your Twitter experience even more? Here is how, in 3 simple Twips (Twitter tips) that truly work for me:

Reply to your tweets in a timely fashion: check under your @UserName frequently to follow the conversation, it's basic courtesy
Target your #FF recommendations: by highlighting your Tweeps area of expertise, they will appreciate that
Have Tweet-Meet : wherever possible, extend your tweets to an acutal meet. Face to face meetings are always good for business

Twitter does wonders for those who use it efficiently, so don't hesitate to connect and grow, be original and informative, and stay in the know.

@MissSLY

ASTUCES: TWITTEZ Efficacement

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:28:00 +0000

Depuis que j'ai rejoins Twitter, le networking a pris une tournure plus qu'influente.

Se connecter a des gens aux intérêts communs, et ce a traver le monde, en un clic et un tweet, quelle énormité, surtout pour nous qui exploitons des entreprises en ligne.

Améliorez votre expérience Twitter, en 3 simples étapes, après le saut.

Sur Twitter, nous suivons d'autres Tweeps (utilisateurs de Twitter), qui nous suivent en retour - mais pas toujours, n'en soyons pas offensés. On RT les tweets qui nous plaisent(RT = Retweet/Faire suivre quelque chose d'intérêt) à nos Tweeps

On promouvoit nos activités, on est a l'affut de nouvelles, on cherche de l'information à travers le monde et bien plus encore.

De plus, tous les vendredis, nous suivons la tradition Twitter du #FollowFriday ou #FF pour recommander des Tweeps qui en valent la peine.

Un peu comme suggérer un bon livre ou un film à des amis. Un système promotionnel efficace, quand on s'en sert bien.

Alors, comment maximiser votre expérience Twitter encore plus? Voici comment, en 3 Twips simples (conseils Twitter) qui fonctionnent vraiment pour moi:

Répondez à vos tweets dans un délai raisonnable: verifier sous votre @Nom d'usager fréquemment, simple question de courtoisie

Ciblez vos recommandations #FF: en mettant l'accent sur l'expertise de vos Tweeps, ils l'apprécieront

Ayez un Tweet-Meet: rencontrer vos followers dans la mesure du possible. Une rencontre en personne vaut toujours mieux

Twitter fait des merveilles pour ceux qui l'utilisent efficacement, alors n'hésitez pas à vous connecter, soyez original et instructif, et restez informés.

@MissSLY

ÉVÈNEMENT: No.1 - Mode Montréal -

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:23:00 +0000

Une occasion de découvrir ou dans certains cas, de re-découvrir la mode made in Montréal.

Au menu découverte, Le jeudi 19 août 2010 dès 20 h, Signé Heavylean, en collaboration avec le Guide Noo et le LABoratoire Créatif, présentera l’évènement No 1, au Manège des Fusiliers Mont-Royal (3721, rue Henri-Julien, Montréal).

No 1 dévoilera en primeur les collections automne-hiver 2010-2011 de VOYOU, Atelier B., JudyDesign, Anomal Couture et Elisa C. Rossow, tous membres du LAB.

De la musique sera aussi au rdv, pour en ajouter a l'ambiance mode. Dès l’ouverture des portes, les collections des designers participants seront mises en vente à la Boutique No 1 (achat comptant ou crédit).

Le coût d’entrée est de 10$ et la soirée est réservée aux 18 ans et plus.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: David Archer from JoshuaDAVID High end Boutique

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:15:00 +0000

After spending some time with David Archer from JoshuaDAVID, on our Cloud Nine collaboration, it was perfectly fitting to conduct an interview with him, to learn more the boutique.

In the following interview, David candidly shares with us, boutique insights, favourite brands, music, the perks of being a boutique owner and what's to come this Fall/Winter.

Check it out after the jump!

Noëlly Sam: When did you establish JoshuaDAVID ?

David Archer: Joshua and I opened the doors on September 1, 2009.

N.S: As a boutique owner, you must be swamped with offers, so how to you decide to carry a specific brand or collection?

D.A: When we choose to carry a collection it is because we feel it will be a good fit for our clients, it will suit their lifestyle, keep them current and in trend but also become a piece of clothing that they reach for regularly.

We like our clients to get caught wearing our clothes as a part of their daily routine, we plan our store as an extension of their personal wardrobe so when they come we can dress them for everything black tie to dinners to back yard playtime with their kids.

N.S: What are the Top three selling brands at JoshuaDAVID right now?

D.A: Our three pillar brands would probably be BOSS Black, by Malene Birger and our own label JoshuaDAVID.

N.S: Talking about labels, I have been asked about the dress featured in our Cloud Nine window display, who is it by?

D.A: Alice + Olivia - [ A famous NY label who's dresses have been spotted on celebrities including Leighton Meester and Eva Longoria. ]

N.S: Now open for almost a year, what has been the best part of your experience as a Boutique owner?

D.A: The clients. When Joshua and I decided to open JoshuaDAVID, I was most excited about being able to combine my love for Fashion and directing trends with day to day interaction with our beloved (there really is no other word) clientele.

N.S: And on the other end, what has been your toughest challenge?

D.A: As a boutique owner you are forced to wear a number of different hats, Joshua and I are the buyers, sellers, bankers, planners etc etc, so we have to be able to juggle a huge number of tasks at all times. Organization and time management is a key to our success. - [ Very true for any organization. ]

N.S: Your hard work sure pays off, especially for your clients, so what can we expect this coming Fall/Winter?

D.A: You can expect sophisticated, fashionable and swoon-worthy collections. Fall/Winter is poised to be a very good season at JoshuaDAVID, many of our designers put there best work forward this year and we can't wait to share it with you.

N.S: Let's talk music now, you have an interesting selection playing in the background, can you tell me what music genre would best define JoshuaDAVID?

D.A: Lol tricky question, Joshua and I love all types of music but when you visit our store we like the music to act as a mood enhancer so you'll find acoustic versions of popular top 40, hotel costes/lounge, some jazz and of course a little bit of pop. I am currently loving this mash up Michael Jackson and S Club 7, guilty pleasure. - [ Had the chance to listen to the latter, while at the store, working on Cloud Nine, definitely an interesting mix. ]

N.S: Now about our "Cloud Nine" collaboration, what a great experience it was. Are you planning more collaborations with Bloggers?

D.A: We love to collaborate with talent, especially Canadian talent and we have a couple of surprises in store for the upcoming year. I can't give away too much yet, but we have a very exciting project in the works with a Montreal jewellery designer that is sure to be a huge hit. [ We will have him spill the beans very soon. ]

Finally to all Bloggers out there, consider this an open call. If you've got great ideas or want to collaborate on something, please send us a note - info@joshuadavid.ca

N.S: As a closing note, do you have a piece of advice for all future Boutique / Business owners out there?

D.A: I really don't believe in the dream of becoming an overnight success, remember always that hard work is rewarded and persistence is a requirement. [ Very well said! ]

Hope you've enjoyed the interview as much as I enjoyed conducting it. And to you Bloggers, you've heard the call, contact JoshuaDAVID to share your vision and creativity.

Until the next one...

Fashionable Collaboration: JoshuaDAVID + Miss SLY!™ = Cloud Nine

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:52:00 +0000

Cloud Nine results from the collaboration of two Fashion savvy and Haute taste makers, united in a beautiful space, to create an inspiring and eye catching window display. The first of many collaborations to come.

JoshuaDAVID + Miss SLY!™ = Cloud Nine

Cloud nine, is exactly where you are, when you step into the boutique, ideally located on the upper level of the street. Bonus: The client experience is just as heavenly.

Coincidentally, I found out that Cloud nine happens to be a famous shopping destination in Bangkok, talk about being Fashionably connected.

JoshuaDAVID is a boutique mixing of high end brands such as Boss Black, Alice+Olivia, Malene Birger, Pink Tartan, just to name a few, in a breezy atmosphere with smooth background music.

Sipping on bubbly or munching on haute chocolate bars, all while browsing through the racks of clothes and accessories, helped by two adorable owners, adds up for the utmost shopping experience.

Check out the making of Cloud Nine, beautifully put together by JoshuaDAVID on their Blog here: Cloud nine

Visit them at: 4926 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest Westmount (MONTREAL)

Until the next one...

SNEAK PEAK: JoshuaDAVID Window Display Collaboration with Miss SLY!™

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:18:00 +0000

Are you familiar with JoshuaDAVID ? If you live in Montreal and haven't heard or seen these words yet, then you are due for a proper introduction. Allow me...

" We are not in the business of selling you clothing, we are in the business of making you fall in love with the experience all over again."

Sounds contradictory when thinking retail business? Think again.

JoshuaDAVID is a High end boutique, located in Montreal chic Westmount neighborhood, owned by Joshua Fagan and David Archer.

Together they bring many years of experience in the luxury market, an unparalleled eye for quality and an innovative in store experience that will have you yearning to come back (I did!!).

The collaboration between JoshuaDAVID and Miss SLY!™ resulted from a series of Tweets, when DAVID tweeted his desire to work with Fashion bloggers, on his next Window display project. One tweet leading to the next, our collaboration was initiated.

At the store, DAVID and I brainstormed, between sips of champagne and bites of Sushi, finishing off with haute chocolate bars, while I tried on a HUGO BOSS Cape for dessert, and fell in love with a structural LBD.

Our concept naturally took shape, as we both agreed to play up the higher level of the window, to create a celestial display.

But wait, I won't give it all away just yet, you will see the final product this week, along with DAVID's interview, as he talks about his life as a High end Boutique owner and what JoshuaDAVID has in store for us this Fall/Winter 2010.

Until then, Live.Love.Style as JoshuaDAVID stylishly puts it.

ON YOUR HEELS, READY, SET - SHOP...

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 20:17:00 +0000

JUST FEW HOURS UNTIL MONTREAL SHOPPING RALLYE

We can hear from afar, the clacking sound of heels on sidewalks, as Montreal unveils its Shopping Rallye, in the context of the Montreal Fashion and Design Festival. Downtown largest retailers open up their shops to accommodate local Fashion aficionados and visitors alike.

On the menu ladies & gents: gift bags, music, workshops, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, discounts and much more.

BONUS: A 15 000$ grand prize to be awarded to the Shopping Rallye winner, for his/her active participation in the shopping rallye all throughout.

For more information on the Shopping Rallye in collaboration with LOULOU, and your chances to win, visit http://www.rallyeshopping.com/

Happy Shopping!

A VOS TALONS, PRETS, MAGASINER...

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:57:00 +0000

PLUS QUE QUELQUES HEURES, AVANT LE RALLYE SHOPPING DE MONTREAL

On entend déja au loin, le son des chaussures a talons marteler les trottoirs du Rallye shopping, car aujourd'hui, dans le cadre du Festival de Mode et Design de Montreal, les plus importants détaillants mode du centre-ville animent leur boutique pour accueillir les passionné(e)s de mode de Montréal et des environs.

Au menu Messieurs, Dames: sacs-cadeaux, musique, DJ, ateliers, cocktails, hors d’œuvres, rabais, prix a gagner et bien plus.

EN PLUS: Un grand prix d’une valeur de plus de 15 000$ sera remis au gagnant du Concours Shopping, pour sa fervente participation tout au long du Rallye Shopping.

Pour plus d'informations sur le Rallye Shopping en collaboration avec LOULOU, et vos chances de gagner, visitez le http://www.rallyeshopping.com/

Magasinez bien!

Montreal Fashion and Design Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Miss SLY!™) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:54:00 +0000

Let's Celebrate Montreal Fashion and Design Festival in style!

Seen as one of the biggest fashion event of its kind in North America, Montreal Fashion and Design Festival (FMDM) kept its followers in suspense all the way until now, finally unveiling its tents, runways and stages today Wednesday, August 4, and will keep the festivities going strong until Saturday, August 7, overtaking the avenue McGill College.

Find out who will Tweet about it, plus what the Festival has in store for you, after the jump!

To celebrate ten years of unparalleled success, this year's FMDM presents a range of innovative and original artists who will showcase their talents and entertain the crowd on the three zones reserved to this effect: FASHION, DESIGN and MUSIC

Being in Ottawa until Thursday, August 5, to finalize contracts and agreements for upcoming Beauty and Fashion events to be announced shortly - promising and exciting - I invite you to check out these Montreal Fashion aficionados, for all the goods until my return to Montreal city.

Follow the Official FMDM Bloggers and their Tweets, for an exclusive access to the Festival.

Robyn Chamblers from Fashionnista 514

CindyLou from ModeTrotterblog

Émilie Poirier from LesBachelieres

To join the Twitter conversation and follow updates from the Montreal Fashion and Design festival, simply add the Hashtag #FMDM at the end of your tweets to be in the know.

For the complete program visit: festivalmodedesign.com