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May 14, 2014Taste of Life

The Roaring Red 20s

Go ahead — play with matches. The youngest among us can dare to don red on red, especially in the passionate heat of summer. Spritzes of cool blue give the look a sophisticated simmer.

DANNIJO Statement Jewellery At Holt Renfrew

Kate Spade colourblock sunglasses $160
At eyecare specialists across Canada

Victoria Beckham
Liberty leather tote $1,350
At net-a-porter.com

Mulberry Kensal Small Shoulder Bag in Fiery Red Velvet Calf $1,600
At Mulberry Boutiques

Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick $34

Tiffany Earrings with cabochon rhodochrosite, lapis lazuli and turquoise with diamonds in 18k gold
At Tiffany Boutiques

Eugenia Kim hat $365 At Holt Renfrew

Fendi Organza coat $4,505
At net-a-porter.com

The Gilded Age of The 30s

Nothing says “I’ve arrived” like a crisp, white-on-white pant suit with perfectly-placed golden accessories. Keep the outfit simple but go for gusto with chain links, tony logos and delectable textures.

Roberto Coin Necklace in 18kt yellow gold with diamond link
$18,750 At Birks

Judith & Charles Blithe Blouse
At Judith & Charles Boutiques

AERIN Rose Balm $64
At Holt Renfrew

Saint Laurent Monogramme textured-leather shoulder bag $1,095
At net-a-porter.com

Céline white bracelet $500
At Holt Renfrew

Yves Saint Laurent Oriental Collection Majestic Rose $230 At Holt Renfrew

Chanel Golden metal ring with pearls $1,250 At Chanel Boutiques

Chantecaille Ultra Sun Protection Sunscreen $105
At Holt Renfrew

Guerlain Les Voilettes transparent compact powder $66
At Guerlain boutiques and institutes

Sergio Rossi textured-leather sandals $822
At net-a-porter.com

Balmain wool tapered pants $2,030
At net-a-porter.com

Chanel Golden patent
calfskin phone holder $1,550
At Chanel Boutiques

Opposites Attract

This is the decade when style gets serious. Tap black’s versatility and elegance like a no-nonsense New Yorker but balance it with white to confirm you’re a woman who can handle anything.

NARS Pure Radiant
tinted moisturizer $49

Oscar de la Renta Sleeveless lace top with crystal buttons $1,565
At Holt Renfrew

Rag & Bone Leather Skirt $975
At Holt Renfrew

Balmain

"Magic Alhambra" necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels
$22,100 At Birks

Chanel black and white leather BOY quilted flapbag $3,725
At Chanel Boutiques

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Contouring Eye Lift $165

Tom Ford black cat-eye sunglasses $450
At Holt Renfrew

Chanel CC Cream $58

Stella McCartney polka dot bag
$1,295
At Holt Renfrew

"Pierre Arpels" 42mm timepiece by Van Cleef & Arpels $19,000
At Birks

Stuart Weitzman Black Tight Woven $975

Outshine in Emerald

Confident, prosperous and self-assured, emerald is the perfect shade to bring out a mature lady’s inner beauty and vitality. But wearers beware — this verdant hue may leave a wake of envy behind you.