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Last hurrah
Summer's fading fast, but there's still time to add to this season's wardrobe
Model Yoshi wears a Tessie Dress from Voilà by Andréanne. (CHRISTOPHER SANTOS PHOTO)
Voilà Nova Shawl
Hand-crafted dragonfly belts by Adan Ballou Haut Cuir.
Leather holsters by Lennard Taylor are a slick summer accessory for men or women.
Before you know it, it will be time to pack up the sundresses, stow the sandals and say adios to the swimsuit. You can already feel the chill in the air at night, forcing us fashionistas to shroud our bare shoulders with pashminas and cardigans.
But before we get into the latest styles and trends for fall, there are still more than a handful of sunny days to be had and that means a few more chances to shore up your summer wardrobe with an item or two from one of these fabulous local designers.
Voilà by Andréanne -- A veteran on the local designer scene, Andréanne Dandeneau's collections are best described as casual meets chic.
Her 2012 spring/summer collection includes signature Voilà designs such as the Tessie Dress, which is made from bamboo jersey and printed with a northern willow screening, and new items like the Nova Shawl.
This versatile summer wrap can be worn six different ways, including belted as a top and off the shoulder for a romantic, whimsical look. And like the Tessie Dress, the Nova Shawl is adorned with a northern willow design.
Lennard Taylor -- With collections for men and women, this brand is the epitome of urban style with its sleek lines and cutting-edge designs.
While the fashions are a must for those looking for a little something that will set you apart from the crowd, this summer's Lennard Taylor must-have is the holster -- great for stowing your iPhone and bank card in fashionable manner while adding a style element to basic summer tee and shorts. (Look for a full feature on the Lennard Taylor men's fall collection in the coming weeks.)
Adan Ballou Haute Cuir -- Craftsmanship meets artistic design in this brand of leather and metal accessories.
The Long Road Ahead collection consists of hand-crafted belts, bags, key rings and bracelets that are seemingly simple in design yet stylistically complex. Each of the pieces are crafted using western equestrian leather techniques, such as lacing, stamping and braiding. In addition, the metal adornments are all hand-sculpted and then cast using recycled metals.
Among my favourite summertime accessories are the leather dragonfly and flower belts, which make a very eye-appealing addition to cinch your waist.
For more information about the three designers, visit their websites at www.voilaandreanne.com, www.lennardtaylor.com and www.adanballou.com .
Got a suggestion for a future column or a fashion trend worth following? Email Connie Tamoto at connietamotofashion@hotmail.com.
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition August 25, 2012 E10
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