Spotted:Winter Wear to Spring Flare

Edmonton weather can be frustratingly unpredictable, particularly around the May long weekend when it has a tendency to snow. To prepare for the worst, we’ve put together some of the best! These cool outfit combinations will keep you warm during this tricky transition period. From army green utility jackets to floral print dresses and bold coloured statement necklaces, we’ve got you covered.

The full Spotted report is right this way…

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is just a few days away so we have put together a Mother’s Day gift guide full of gift ideas that any mom will love!



May 1 to 12, 2013 for a limited time only purchase your Mother’s Day Gift to see the Diana: A Celebration Exhibition. Receive two exhibition tickets, two audio tours, a Diana catalogue and a pink leather coin purse: $79.95 ($120 value). Available for purchase at West Edmonton Mall Guest Services, located near Entrance 8.

Multihued striped fit-and-flare dress from JACOB: $99.90, Zebra printed trench jacket by Linea Domani from Jmichaels: $210, Floral cluster pyjama pants from Simons: $28.

Andover Jewellery Box in antique white from Pottery Barn: $163.14, Pillivuyt Queen Anne Porcelain Dinnerware Collection from Williams-Sonoma: $135.68 to $489.57, Relish by Daphne Oz: sale price – $19.47 , Mom & Me & Mom by Maya Angelou: sale price - $17.16, The Spark by Kristine Barnett: sale price - $16.47, Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg: sale price - $15.92 all from Chapters.

Madison leather phoebe shoulder bag in brass/peony from Coach: $398, Presia zip bootie in Sparrow from Rockport: $190, Bracelet and charms from Thomas Sabo: Bracelet: $49, Best Mum charm: $54, hearts and pearl charm: $98, Bow charm: $98.

Deluxe gift set ‘Blue’ from  Fruits & Passion: $45 (20% savings), Prada Candy Mother’s Day Set – Eau de Parfum Spray (50ml), candy lotion (75ml), and Eau de Parfum Miniature (7ml) from Hudson’s Bay: $98, Wen 60 day in Spring Gardenia – Wen cleansing conditioner, styling cream, and re-moist intensive hair repair mask from Showcase: $64.99

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Recap: Spring Fashion Show – April 20, 2013

A big thanks for everyone who participated in our Spring Fashion Show on Saturday, April 20. We had a blast and we hope everyone watching did too. If you missed the show, or wanted a closer look at the outfits, look no further >>

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Fashion to Love Spring Trend Guide

This week West Edmonton Mall’s Fashion to Love Spring Trend Guide launched which showcases this season’s hottest trends by featuring over 30 fashion retailers. Watch for the guide this Friday and next Monday in the downtown and west end editions of the Metro. Plus, it will also be available alongside Vue Weekly on Thursday, April 25 in the Whyte Avenue area. But if you are headed here soon, the guide is available at all the Mall Directory towers now.

 

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Trends: Bold Prints

Zara: $119

Bold Prints are on the horizon this spring and summer. They are everywhere here at WEM which means that spring is soon to be upon us! Well… soon(ish) here in AB, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do a little pre-spring weather shopping!

See more of our trend report here >>>

 

 

 

 

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Spotted: Sneaker Wedges

Isabel Marant


“Casual chic” is the trending for spring and the sneaker wedge is in the centre of it all. With hidden wedges inside every sneaker, it’s the perfect combination of style and comfort. You can even jazz it up with some studs, spikes and metallic trims. Definitely a cut above your typical sneaker. More >>

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Mother’s Day Spring Makeover Contest

West Edmonton Mall and Breakfast Television are back again this year with another set of makeovers to give away and we want to transform you from head-to-toe this Mother’s Day.

There are three makeovers to win, each valued at $4,000! All you need to do is
click here to enter to win our Mother’s Day Spring Makeover contest now! Each lucky winner will get a stylist consultation with Marie Zydek, clothing from either Hudson’s Bay or Simons, a new hairstyle from RAIN Salon Spa, and new makeup from either Hudson’s Bay or Murale. Click here for more information on our participating retailers.

Remember, you need to enter to win! Good luck!

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| Beauty | Happy Hour – EvelineCharles

In this edition of | Beauty |, we take a look into EvelineCharles one-of-a-kind Happy Hour event. Nicole and I visited EvelineCharles on Tuesday night and were treated to a relaxing pedicure, hair conditioning treatments and new locks. More here >>

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Western Canada Fashion Week Recap

In case you missed last Friday’s Fashion Showcase at Western Canada Fashion Week, 15 West Edmonton Mall retailers had the opportunity to showcase two looks. One focused on outwear and handbags and the other a chic Spring look. A special thanks goes out to Mode Models and James Kershaw (makeup).

JACOB
Level Two, Phase III
780-444-2500


Guess by Marciano
Level One, Phase II
780-481-8597


Left: H&M, Level Two, Phase III, 780-483-0260.
Right: Miss Sixty/Energie, Level Two, Phase III, 780-487-8780.


bebe
Level One, Phase III (temporarily closed for renovations)
780-481-9944


GUESS
Level One, Phase II
780-481-8556


High Grade Clothing Co.
Level Two, Phase III
780-481-4640


Hudson’s Bay
Level One, Phase I
780-444-1550


Le Château
Level One, Phase III
780-444-3070


HUGO BOSS
Level Two, Phase II
780-484-1362


Scotch & Soda
Level Two, Phase III
780-666-1072


HS_Henry Singer
Level Two, Phase III
780-444-3444


Simons
Level Two, Phase III
780-487-3630


XXI Forever
Level One, Phase II
780-930-2014


Opulence
Level Two, Phase III
780-489-3842

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New Collections at Hudson’s Bay

Hudson’s Bay is featuring two great collections this spring – Juicy Couture, a favourite for many women and a brand new label for men – Superdry.

The Juicy Couture mannequins at Hudson’s Bay are showcasing a mixture of prints and colours, plus some simply sweet merchandising. Lime green, black, navy, and a touch of pink are a perfect spring colour combination.
Dress: $218, Trench coat: $273, Sweater: $152, Pants: $74. Navy Shoes are Tommy Hilfiger and Pink shoes are Ivanka Trump.

Superdry has been available at Hudson’s Bay for about a month and is definitely a great addition to the men’s section. These mannequins reflect a casual-cool look that includes patterns, bright and classic colours all merchandised with an industrial masculine influence.
Navy hoodie: $149, Plaid shirt: $110, T-shirt: $67, and the Pants are Jack & Jones.

Hudson’s Bay
Ladies’ Wear: Level One
Men’s Wear: Level Two
Phase I
780-444-1550

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