Plaid hits the Canadian runways for fall!

Plaid was big last season, but the newest trend is to mix and match patterns and textures in the Great White North. Plaid is no longer just for rednecks!

Try a variety of plaids, but leave a little room in your wardrobe for a pair of my every day glace leather gloves in a solid colour to complement the fabric of your choosing.

Canadian fashion label Pink Tartan pays homage to Canadian fashion

Canada's well-known design label Pink Tartan has recently introduced its fall line that looks to Canadian fashion, past and future. The collection was inspired by the famed 1966 editorial in Vogue (The Great Fur Caravan), which featured models dressed in authentic, elaborate furs and beautiful head wraps. Nothing gets me through the Canadian winter better than the ability to don my favourite fur coat and Ines leather gloves!

Textured fabrics, layers, and fur all combine to create a masterful collection for fall 2014. And what better accessory to pair with fur than a pair of my short every day glace gloves! Experiment with colour too... black is timeless, but colour for the cool weather is a must.  

Without a doubt, no other collection on the runways for fall 2014 have mastered the layered look quite as well as Pink Tartan. Look for this collection to hit the television airwaves on the Shopping Channel, making these unique Canadian designs accessible to all.

The perfect dress for the perfect day...

Sometimes, the perfect wedding dress goes beyond convention... when the right dress presents itself, the feeling of perfection is overwhelming. Such was the case when I stumbled upon a leather halter dress in Northbound Leather, the most amazing leather store located in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Tears sprang to my eyes when I tried it on... the dress was perfect! Now, my next step is to meet with a designer to customize this luxurious dress to me. White leather is a necessity, and to that end, I will be looking to Ines Gloves for a pair of my sensual shoulder high gloves to match!

Stay tuned to later blog posts for the process... very exciting!

The elegance of Ines... made casual in Canada

The year is 2004, and Paris Hilton is setting the stage for a new fashion trend... graphic tees! This trend originally reached popularity in the United States, and then rapidly spread into Toronto, the fashion hub of Canada. But are these tees still popular? Has Paris made a lasting impression on the fashion scene?

The answer is... absolutely! Now, however, graphic tees are being paired with leather accessories for the ultimate in rocker chic looks! Take the above ensemble, for example... a unique band t-shirt perhaps, that is made elegant with my sensual indulging gloves bolero.

Or choose a t-shirt with your favourite saying, and pair it with a pair of my glossy fashion fingerless driving gloves and a floral skirt. The combination of several seasonal trends is brought together with a touch of leather elegance.

UGGs and Ines leather gloves

UGGs... these shapeless, unisex boots made from sheepskin and originally used in Australian surf culture exploded on the fashion scene in Canada in 2004. Since then, when Toronto turns white with snow, the UGGs come out to play... to be used for snow and ice?!

Now, all of a sudden, we're seeing UGGs worn with leggings, mini skirts, jeans... you name it, people wear it. One thing is for certain, however... they look beautiful with a pair of my short every day glace gloves!

Are UGGs here to stay? I believe they are, but please use caution when wearing them, as they don't seem to have the best traction on the ice.

Living in Canada with the leather ruffle

Ruffled leather skirts were all the rage back in 2004, but do they persist now? Leather is everywhere in Canada... from pants to skirts to leggings... Canadians seem to have a renewed interest in leather as an article of clothing, and I could not be happier.

These ruffled skirts exploded onto the fashion scene in 2004 as part of the flowy movement of Toronto Fashion Week, and were typically paired with polo shirts, skater shoes, or boots for a casual look.

Now, though ruffled leather skirts are still being worn in Canada, they have taken on a more indulgent, elegant appearance, and are paired with special leather gloves and crisp blouses. Might I recommend a pair of my sensual almost elbow high gloves to match? These beautiful, high quality gloves will launch your ruffled leather skirt from 2004 into 2014 in an instant!

The search for the perfect Ines Glove...

After a delightfully eventful weekend spent in Muncie, Indiana, US, this is one Canadian girl who is officially off the market!

You got it... my boyfriend of 4.5 years proposed while we were attending a radio-controlled helicopter event in Indiana. It was a surprise to be sure, but a very welcome one.

Now, the search begins... for the elusive, most desirable Ines leather glove available.

I invite you to join me on my wedding quest, and feel free to provide any insight you may have. Please send any comments to erin@inesgloves.com. Come follow me as I consider my possibilities with leather gloves, wedding dresses, and wine.

See you soon!

Canadian women in hats - can a 2004 trend still hold true?

2004 was a bit of a disaster when it came to fashion... this year introduced some of the strangest trends, but now all of a sudden, 2014 is showing new takes on these weird and wonderful ideas!

The first questionable trend is the woman's hat... can this trend survive 2014? The easy answer is yes! Hats were worn centuries ago, and have exploded yet again onto the fashion scene.

The streets of Toronto, Ontario, Canada can be treacherous in winter, and a hat can be both practical and fashionable. I myself have ventured outside with one of my favourite vintage hats and a pair of my short every day glace gloves.

So, if you're wondering whether hats are here to stay, the resounding response is... yes, they are!

Avril Lavigne goes fingerless with Ines!

In a recent concert, Canadian singer Avril Lavigne showed some unique leather style in a pair of my glossy fashion fingerless driving gloves...

The elegance of Ines went rocker chic with Avril's ensemble - a look that was flawlessly successful. Avril has her own personal style, which is accented with the exclusive designs found only at Ines Gloves.