Celebrating stylish Canadians in Hollywood: Avril Lavigne

Singer Avril Lavigne is certainly one of Canada's most rocker chic women! Over the years, she has had mega hits, with sings such as Complicated and Girlfriend, both of which have become anthems for girl power and being yourself.

Avril also indulges in leather fashion from time to time, wearing everything from cashmere-lined extra long leather gloves to spunky half scoop gloves!

Congratulations to Avril Lavigne for being another stylish Canadian in leather gloves!

Silver street-style in Toronto

Though colour is on-trend for fall 2015, we cannot forgot the basic, elegant, monochromatic black and white.

When putting together this classic ensemble, add a touch of sparkle with silver, such as ballet flats (as above) or with a pair of half scoop gloves from Ines!

Bring some Amsterdam-style to Canada with a pair of unique leather gloves!

Toronto street style with a leather touch

The colours of autumn in Canada are beginning to veer away from the oranges and golds of yore. Try a pair of vintage pants with a long coat and heads will surely turn!

Take that ensemble and add a pair of half scoop gloves... heads will not only turn, but they will start trends like never before!

Share the unique designs of Ines Gloves on the streets of Canada to enhance the street style for which Toronto is known!

Spotlight on Canadian fashion: Smythe

The creative genius behind Smythe Inc, Andrea Lenczner and Christie Smythe, have created a beautiful line of contemporary jackets and coats that evoke emotion, inspire nostalgia, and will ultimately form the basis of any wardrobe. Each piece is flawless in its design and uniquely created using textures, colors, and patterns that derive distinctly from traditional menswear designs.




The distinctive and perfectly-tailored fit lent itself to the huge success of the Smythe collection when originally launched in 2004. Since that time, the uniquely Canadian design company has been featured in such renowned publications as Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle magazine, and Teen Vogue.

The Smythe collections are increasingly expansive, with a celebrity following that includes Anne Hathaway and Blake Lively!

The celebrity following of Smythe includes the incredibly talented Blake Lively, star of such films as The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and is currently featured on the weekly television show Gossip Girl.

This beautiful jacket is very similar in design to the one worn by Blake Lively in the previous photo. A very simple, traditional cut in an elegant color that demonstrates a timeless design. Picture this: a pair of my fashion half scoop gloves in my silver or my haze to subtley complement the already fabulous design!

This is a jacket that really pops! The firey red color makes this a perfect fall or spring jacket, and a perfect partner to a pair of leather pants, "leg gloves", or a longer leather skirt. Experiment with different fabric types for a knockout outfit!

This pale blue jacket makes a wonderful addition to a professional ensemble, or it can accompany a pair of jeans for a casual stroll. Either way, the uniquely tailored design lends itself to a slimming, sexy fit! In keeping with the traditional design, try pairing this jacket with a simple yet elegant pair of Ines' short everyday glace gloves!

- biographical information and photographs courtesy of www.smythelesvestes.com

Celebrate Canada Day with Ines Gloves!

Happy Canada Day to all of our Canadian Friends of Elegance!

Bonne fete du Canada a tous mes amis d'elegance Canadiens!

The day of July 1 marks a commemoration of the July 1, 1867 enactment of the British North America Act, uniting Canada as a sovereign country of 4 provinces. Since then, 6 other provinces and 3 territories have entered Confederation to form the country we now know as Canada.

So, don your festive red leather scoop gloves and join the celebration!

Ines Glove of the Week

The incredibly popular... My fashion scoop half gloves!

These gloves are one of the best ways to make a unique fashion statement in the spring and summer. The scoop gloves are manufactured from very soft leather of the finest, highest quality. Available in a variety of colors, including silver, gold, black, grey, and fuschia. Sarah Jessica Parker really seemed to like the My haze color... she wore them in the Sex and the City film!

If you're looking for an elegant glove to wear while driving or just for something different, try the scoop half driving glove. These are perfect gloves to get you and your car noticed!

Finally, if you're feeling especially daring, check out the My snake half gloves... the same design as the scoop glove, with a sexy, patent leather, glossy black-and-white snake print!

Why not indulge your senses and treat yourself to a pair of half gloves? See the full collection at www.InesGloves.com. Enjoy!

L'Oreal Fashion Week 2009

Leather fashions were a huge hit at this year's L'Oreal Canada Fashion Week in one of Canada's fashion capitals, Toronto, Ontario. Montreal designer Evik Asatoorian featured some timeless leather fashions for spring in his famous Rudsak collection...

This red leather jacket is perfect for getting noticed! Very sultry when paired with white leather half gloves and leather pants. This look could also be created using Ines' leather leg gloves and a thigh-length, flirty top for the spring.

When you're looking to spice things up for an evening out, the black-on-black look of a matching leather jacket and gloves is perfect! This look really stands out when complemented by the matching white pants and clutch, not to mention a cute pair of strappy shoes. If you're looking to really pop, try a black and brilliant red combination... all eyes will be on you!

With the warm summer weather on its way, women are starting to step out in shorts and sandals once again. These cute leather shorts are the perfect way to show off your freshly tanned legs! For an evening look, try a blouse or jacket with shorter sleeves and a pair of strappy driving gloves or even fingerless gloves to really make an elegant statement!

Welcome to Friends of Elegance CANADA

Hello and welcome to the new Friends of Elegance CANADA blog! I am in the process of finding some unique and classic leather designs from Canada to share with you... check back soon!

Here's a fashion quickie... even Carrie Bradshaw knows that your leather gloves don't have to be put away during the summer months. Instead, show off your inner fashionista with a pair of leather half-gloves... perfect for those breezy spring afternoons shopping or even for a fun night out with the girls. Very classy, very sexy, and most of all, absolutely elegant!

Erin :)

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