J’adore | The Best of the 2012 Met Gala (and some honourable mentions)

Last night was the night that fashion observers/obsessors (same thing, really) have been waiting for—the 2012 Met Gala red carpet. While the Oscars are snazzy and the Grammy’s are fun, the annual Met Gala red carpet is a true exhibition of fashion at its best where the big names in fashion and style ‘wow’ those of us who aren’t lucky enough to earn an invitation.

Below I’ve gathered up the best of the Met Gala and a few honourable mentions. So check out the slideshow for stylish fashion denizens including Rihanna in Tom Ford, Christina Ricci in Thakoon, Carey Mulligan in Prada and Diane Kruger in Prada.

Beauty | Manicure Monday: When nail art meets fashion – DKNY ‘Agnes’ floral print-inspired nails

I’ve been eyeing and coveting DKNY‘s ‘Agnes’ floral print skinny pants and ankle strap wedges for quite some time and decided to take the edge off of my lust with a manicure inspired by the watercolour-esque poppy print.

Beauty | Manicure Monday: When nail art meets fashion – DKNY ‘Agnes’ floral print-inspired nails

I’ve been eyeing and coveting DKNY‘s ‘Agnes’ floral print skinny pants and ankle strap wedges for quite some time and decided to take the edge off of my lust with a manicure inspired by the watercolour-esque poppy print.

Fashion | Anna Dello Russo to design an accessories collection for H&M [video and pictures]

…And the collaborations keep on coming. H&M has been churning out designer collaborations within the last few months with partnerships with Versace, Marni and David Beckham and Vogue Nippon editor-at-large and creative consultant and fashion disciple Anna Dello Russo is the latest to step up to the collaborator plate with a luxe, over-the-top accessories collection to match her exuberant, more is more style sensibility.

“I am excited by this collaboration: this is the first time H&M has involved a fashion director in a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead it,” says Dello Russo. “I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist, I know accessorization is essential; it is the personal touch in any outfit. With these pieces, everybody can have fun, and turn an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day.”

J’adore | Wayuu Taya Foundation Susu bag

I spend the entire year outfit planning and shopping for summer and thinking of all the fun, colourful things I’ll wear on my almost daily strolls around downtown Toronto. This Wayuu Taya Foundation Susu bag (originally $175 and on sale for $125, Shopbop) would be perfect for Pedestrian Sundays in Kensington Market.

Beauty | Manicure Monday: Neon lasers

Much like Jane of the nail blog Nailside, I’m a very big fan of tape manicures. Who doesn’t like perfectly straight lines and easy manicures? I decided to play around with neon nail polish, which I’m also a big fan of, and pair it with a muted grey for an 80s, neon lasers look.

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J’adore | ASOS neon green ombre dip dyed blazer

While it’s been pretty grey in Toronto with a smattering of snow my eyes are focused on the prize—the warmth and sunshine of summer. This ombre neon green dip-dyed ASOS blazer ($87) is the perfect addition to any spring, summer, winter or fall wardrobe.