Laura's Faves in Fall Trends

Gorgeous trends are starting to make an appearance for fall! There are way too many amazing styles and materials popping up on runways to cover them all, but I thought I would go over some of my favourites in the accessory world.

Once again, we're in luck. Fall runways are showing big, statement pieces in a variety of styles, and you know how much we heart statement! Some are pulling from art deco and gothic influences while others are going back to vintage styles with large metal chokers and cuffs. Collar necklaces are the common style being seen, with tons of beads and chains to make sure all eyes stay on you. I must admit, in the past, I've gone more towards simple, dainty pieces for myself, but since I started working at I Heart Accessories, I'm pretty excited to leap forward and commit to one like this for fall...

Smokey Crystal Necklace, $32

...or maybe this?...

Cuff bracelets are big this Fall with lots of studs, leather, and sparkle. 

 Leather Studded Cuffs, $19

 

We are also seeing large metal cuffs of plain or hammered metal, keeping it simple yet adding impact such as this one on a Michael Kors model. 

Check out I Heart's lovelies...

 Golden Feather Bender, $27

 

Gunmetal Hinge, $26

I'm also loving that I see animal print and texture everywhere for this fall. Leopard, snakeskin and fur seem to be the top three. 

This reversible bag (personal case included) is available for pre-order on our website. 

The Inside-our Aliya, $69

 Lindsay Phillips Switchflops, Available in-store only, $95

And for the colder months, we have hats similar to this Adrienne Landau style coming in.

Finally, neckties and more masculine looks are making us smile. This Moschino model is sporting a slim grey ascot. In the shop, we do have a basket of silky scarves in a variety of colours and patterns that would be perfect to use for this look. 

 And let us not forget our friends at Handsome & Lace, who are always right on trend with ALL of their pieces, and have hand stitched this awesome piece just for you.

So, although we're seeing things a little more rough, hard edged and a slightly less flirty, things are still looking as interesting as ever for the next few months. I'm so excited to see what we get and even more excited to share it with you. Stay tuned!


xoxo
With Heart, 

Laura
 

Champagne & Cupcakes

We are so extremely excited for fall that we are hosting an open house in honour of it! Come celebrate with us on August 25th. Sip some champagne and nibble on some cupcakes as you browse our new fall collections, shop with 20% off everything, and get a mini makeover with the amazing Arbonne cosmetics!

Hope to see you there!

Don't forget to R.S.V.P!

xoxo
With Heart,

Natalie

Pre-orders for Fall

Our pre-orders for fall have started to roll in, and although we hate the idea of cooler weather, we're pretty excited for new collections! We'll be adding these and more to our NEW ONLINE SHOP!! for pre-orders, and "asap" shipping once they arrive.  Judging by the attention they've already been getting, these beauties will not last too long. Grab'em while you can, and be all set for fall!

  

  

 

 

 

For questions or to pre-order, give us a call at the shop at 416-792-1271, or email us at info@iheartaccessories.ca

XOXO

With Heart, 

Natalie

Laura's 3 Shop Faves

I love blog posts like this because they give me a reason to walk around the store and examine all our lovely items. We have been getting in a lot of new pieces lately, here are my three favourite at the moment.

Feather earrings are HUGE right now. They are definitely the trend of the summer, and since we try to stay on top of those, we just got a bunch of really nice ones in. Our feather earrings come in all different colours so you can go bold with pink or be subtle with grey. There aren’t any rules on how to wear these so some are choosing to wear a pair and others are wearing just one. It is really up to you what you think looks best. We took this into consideration and are selling our earrings as $12 each or a pair for $20. Some our fave celebs rock them too. 

A couple years ago I made an imprint of a leaf on some silver to turn into a necklace. I thought I had done a pretty good job of capturing all the veins, until I saw a pair of earrings we recently got in. These earrings capture all the intricate veins on the back of a leaf and the detail is just amazing! It was love at first site with these and I am very tempted to snatch them up for myself. They are $24 and if you are interested, I suggest you act fast before I decided to get them for myself.

A bonus is that they are also super shiny and while making some new dare to compares earlier, I stumbled across these similar leaf earrings by Silver Rush that are $208.50, so the price is right too.

 

When I was checking out all our new merchandise, this necklace stood out to me the most. With rows of peach, purple, and pink beads on a gold chain, the combination of these colours is what drew me to this necklace. It is girly, fun, and cute without being over the top, and the colour combination is just perfect for summer.

It is a little bit of a blessing and a curse working at I Heart Accessories. I get to be surrounded by beautiful things all the time and I can’t complain about that aspect. The only downfall is the temptation. I often find myself wanting to buy things every time we get new products; this post is a perfect example of that. Come on in and check out our new jewellery, taking advantage of the 20% off summer deal. If you are having trouble deciding, feel free to ask me anytime what my current favourites are, because I can guarantee I will have some. 

xoxo

With Heart, 

Laura

Summer Sale! Summer Sale! Summer Sale!

 I think it is ingrained in us all to love good sales, our hearts leaping with the excitement of a great find on clearance. All of you out there that love the rush you get when buying something you love at a discounted price should stop, breathe, and take a second to think about this. We are having a Summer Sale!

First and foremost, all of our Jewels are 20% off the regular ticketed price. At already great prices...we are pretty much GIVING our baubles away. Don't make us shove them in your pockets. 

What else is on sale? Clutches, purses and messengers. That's right! At up to 50% off...you can seriously get an AMAZING shoulder pal for $29. These are some of our faves.

Right now, the shop is overflowing with scarves of all colours and patterns for $20 each or 2 for $30. Now you may be thinking, it is summer and why would I want a scarf? The weather this year is a little all over the place, so instead of a light sweater you could try a scarf to add just a little bit of warmth on days that are cooler. We all know it is wedding season, and these scarves could definitely apply. Some of our scarves are wide enough that they could be used as a shawl, just bring in your dress or describe it to us and we can help you match it up.

We love these sassy beauties!

Also, scattered throughout the store we have a bunch of lovely little promos...

Add some pretty to your purse with one of these change purses, only $6.

We also have some brand new cuff bracelets that are leather with studs and rhinestones for $19. They all have 2 size options which as someone with tiny wrists, I can appreciate. 

So, I know what you're thinking. And, well, you're right. I Heart Accessories IS the best place ever. Hope to see you soon!

xoxo

With Heart, 

Laura

Sunglass Mishmash: What's Right For Your Face?

I don’t know about you, but I always dread shopping for sunglasses. I try on every pair possible and still cannot decide which ones look the best on me. Then, when I do find a pair, it seems to disappear the next summer so I have to repeat the whole process again. It is exhausting. I’ve decided to break the vicious cycle this year for those who also have sunglasses "issues", and write up a short guide for what type you should wear based on your face shape, because a great pair of sunglasses can perfectly finish off a look. At I Heart Accessories we carry a variety of styles all with UV 400 protection to make sure you look good while staying safe.  

Generally, the most flattering frame shape is one that contrasts the shape of your face. Keeping that in mind, I’m going to break it down further. 

Square Face

 For those of you with a more angular, square shaped face, you should try oval and round frames. Find a pair that sit higher on the face, to minimize the jaw line. You could also try a narrow, longer frame to widen the eye area. Avoid square shaped frames, low set temples, or a colour accent along the bottom of the frame.

Oval Face

Oval faces have got it easy, the balanced proportions ensure that almost any frame shape will suit you, but try to find some frames that are wider or the same length as the widest part of your face. To add some angles to your curves, you could try geometric, rectangular shapes. Even though you can work almost anything, try not to go too big with the frame as it can overwhelm your features. 

Oblong Face

Oblong faces are long and narrow. Choose a deep frame which covers the center of your face to shorten it. Broader sunglasses with some decorative elements around the top rim or temple can help to add width to your face shape. Avoid small and shorter frames. 

Round Face

For round faces, the best way to compliment your shape is with contrasting straight or angular frames, like this season's popular cat-eye style. If you want to make your face appear narrower, choose a clear bridge over the nose and a rectangular or horizontal style that will work to widen your eye area. To lengthen the face, go with a slimmer frame or an upswept frame which will work to draw attention to the top of your face. You need to avoid small and short frames. 

Heart Shaped Face

Heart shaped faces should be complimented with bottom-heavy frames that will work to add width to your lower face. Styles with a low set temple and narrow, round frames will work to draw attention down and soften your face. Avoid decorative temples and frames with heavy tops. Aviators work well for heart shapes.

Now that you know what styles look best and what to avoid, stop by I Heart Accessories to pick out the best pair to compliment your gorgeous face. They are all priced at $12, or 2 pairs for $20.


Happy Summer!


xoxo
With Heart, 
Laura

Summer Fun OUTside of I Heart!

It's already the 15th of June! Am I the only one that thinks that's crazy?

We've had a super busy couple of weeks at the shop...and it's only getting busier! New beauties are arriving every few days, and like always, we love branching out of our cozy little space and into the hearts of others!

We are taking part in a couple great events this summer hosted by our faves in all the land.

This Thursday June 16th,  (SO SOON!) is the much anticipated Divas in the City 2. Hosted by our friends at Divagirl Inc.

 

We will be showcasing some FAB new accessories that aren't even out on our shelves yet, plus, a whole bunch of amazing vendors, speakers, and martinis. If you're interested in networking and mingling with over a hundred other fabulous, driven and successful ladies, this is not an event to be missed. 

On August 15th, Divagirl Inc., is doing it up again, but this time with the amazing gals at Shop Socials.  If anyone knows how to put on a VIP event, complete with shopping, fashion shows, and all the latest designers and trends, it's these gals. Divalicious was awesome last year, so we're really looking forward to this one!

If you're a lady in love with fashion, and are interested in learning about careers, dating, money and all things girly, then come to one, or both of these events. We hope to see you there!

xoxo

With Heart, 

Natalie