Prom Reads: Books to get you excited for prom

Remember how fictional high school South Glen South of 1999′s seminal classic Never Been Kissed had a prom that was themed “Famous Couples Throughout History,” and most of the couples were from literature, like Drew’s CLASSIC Rosaline from As You Like It? Prom is about fantasy on a lot of levels, and so is fiction. So while you’re dreaming up the perfect shoes for your feet and dress for your bod, we found you the perfect book for your nose. … Because books are where your nose goes. ANYWAY, check out the fiction that suits your fashion by giving a glance to one of these hot new titles.

If this is your dress: Modcloth With Only A Wink dress in navy, sizes xs-4x, $139.99  

And these are your shoes: Modcloth I’m Pumped Heel, sizes 5.5-10, $34.99 

Then this is your prom read: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
One of our favourite books of all time, this cult favourite novel is about to be made into a film. In the book, Charlie writes letters to an anonymous stranger about his high school experiences on the social fringe, and meeting the girls and hearing the songs that change everything.

If this is your dress: Urban Outfitters Reverse Faux-Leather bustier dress, sizes M-L, $89 

And these are your shoes: Forever 21 Knotted Platform Sandals, sizes 6-10, $29.80.

Then this is your prom read: The Unbecoming of Mara Dwyer
After Mara Dwyer wakes up in the hospital with no memory of how she got there, she must embark on a mission to uncover the truth about the accident that put her in a coma and killed her friends. But Mara’s hunt for the truth coincides with the arrival in her life of a handsome and distracting boy. This darkly funny book manages to tackle love and loss with equal parts irreverence and sincerity.

If this is your dress: Talula Fleetwood Dress,$75. 

And these are your shoes: Urban Outfitters Mia Braided Quarter Strap Heel, sizes 7-10, $79

Then this is your prom read: Shrinking Violet
This book is the inspiration for the Disney Channel original film Radio Rebel, and tells the story of a high school senior who’s painfully shy in the halls—but a sassy success when she scores her own radio show. But when the station runs a contest, and the prize is taking her to prom, her worlds threaten to collide. 

If this is your dress: Sydney’s Closet Go for the Gold Dress, sizes 14-24, $258.

And these are your shoes: Aldo Durling High Heel, sizes 5-11, $100

Then this is your prom read: Fat Hoochie Prom Queen
It’s a fight to the death (er.. crown) between the ‘fat, foxy and fabulous’ Madge Diaz and student-body president Bridget Benson, as the two girls try to settle their four-year long rivalry by beating the other to be Winter Park High School’s prom queen. The two girls get sassy and sneaky as they try to outshine each other and win the title. 

If this is your dress: BCBG Kyra Bustier Evening Gown, sizes XXS-L, $248.

And these are your shoes: Nine West Danee, sizes 5-11, $120. 

Then this is your prom read: When You Were Mine
Think Romeo and Juliet is the most romantic story of our time? Rosaline disagrees when her crazy former bff Juliet shows up and throws her new relationship with dream-guy Rob into turmoil. Rosaline, Romeo’s original intended even in Shakespeare’s play, tells her side of the story in a modern reworking of the romantic classic.

Styled head-to-toe, the Yorkdale Prom Ambassadors look absolutely enchanting.

Working with the four Yorkdale Prom Ambassadors was so much fun. In fact, it was the most fun we’ve had this Spring! Not only did we get to know four lovely young ladies, but we played dress up and became totally inspired by their unique individual style to create our very own looks.

Check out the gorgeous pics from our early am Yorkdale photo shoot; Kate, Lin, Nilou and Madelyn look dreamy! For fun, we’ve broken down their looks head-to-toe so you can see where each piece came from, from the dress to the sparkly clutches.

Whether you are going for classic and elegant or edgy-rebel chic, you’ll definitely find your perfect Prom look at Yorkdale. Discovering your own style is fun and an exciting way to further discover who you are; be daring, be creative, enjoy the adventure and ROCK YOUR PROM!

Kate is radiant in this Old Hollywood style floor-length green gown from Holt Renfrew.

ABS dress from Holts 
Drop earrings from Swarovski
Mini clutch from Laura
Statement ring from BCBG
Silver heels from Aldo

Lin shimmers in this above-the-knee flapper-inspired Alice + Olivia dress; an edgy style with soft lines.

Alice +Olivia dress from Holts 
Studded clutch from Bebe
Shoulder sweeping earrings from Laura
Handcuff bracelets – BCBG; Chain bracelet – Banana Republic
Bright blue pumps from BCBG

Nilou’s look is a super cool spin on two classic silhouettes. We love how the colourful accessories make this bold look absolutely playful. 

BCBG dress.
Statement necklace from BCBG
Gold cuff from BCBG
Cockatail ring from Laura
Emerald green heels from BCBG

Madelyn is ballerina meets Prom princess in this whimsical tutu-style dress from Laura. All she needs is a wand! 

Dress from Laura 
Clutch from Banana Republic
Swarovski Necklace 
Bangles from Bebe
Adorable pumps from Aldo

We hope all of you have a wonderful Prom. And remember, the best advice came from you: Enjoy and have fun!

Yorkdale Prom Ambassador Nilou has found her look. It’s called FUN WITH FEATHERS. We ♥ it.

While Kate, Madelyn and Lin have shopped for part of their prom outfits, Nilou has assembled hers head to toe. And it’s gorgeous.  

Ready…set….prom! 

Shopping for prom may not be as easy as shopping for your 8-year-old sister. In fact, it’s kind of like trying to get your dad a gift; if you’re like me, that’s a pretty grand task!

There are so many dresses at Yorkdale but once you’ve found “the one”, then the fun begins, ACCESSORIES!! If I can impart some wisdom: Don’t go too overboard. There are many pretty little things, but not everything will necessarily “go” with your dress. 

I’d like to call my look FUN WITH FEATHERS. I’ve paired this Bebe dress with pastel accessories, to add colour but still keep things sophisticated.

1. Isis Sequin Feather Dress in tan from Bebe $198

2. Mackall Peep Toe Pump in light pink from Aldo $100

3. Metal Knot Ring from BCBG $18.00

4. Spike Bangle from BCBG $35.00 

5. 12 Pack Earrings from H&M $6.95

6. Landaverde Clutch from
ALDO $45.00

7. Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray from Sephora $29.00

8. Moonshadow Baked Eyeshadow Collection from Sephora $30.00 

9. Sephora Collection False Eyelashes from Sephora $8.00 

10. Bumble and Bumble Spray De Mode from Sephora $15.00

I ’m ready for you prom!

XO Nilou

Yorkdale Prom Ambassador Nilou compares clutches and shows us how to pack a purse for prom.

Clutches are the best because you can play with the colours and not worry too much about matching. What I mean is: Don’t pair a yellow dress with a yellow clutch! Do get funky and show off your personality with something fun!

Here are six clutches at Yorkdale that caught my eye, how could they not? 

Printed Messenger Bag from Zara
$79.90

Odessa Caged Clutch in bright blue from BCBG
$118.00

Satin Rhinestone Trim Clutch in fuschia from Le Chateau
$49.95

H&M neon yellow clutch with gold chain H&M
$19.95.

Hains Clutch in royal purple from Aldo
$42.00

Exotic Rainbow Tablet Envelope Clutch in electric green from BCBG
$98.00

What to put in that cute clutch? Nilou’s got tips for the perfect prom purse. 

Imagine being at prom and forgetting your lip balm. You’ll be stuck with chapped lips all night while you’re trying to swoon your crush aka date (not cute). There are a couple of MUST haves for prom that you should have packed all nice and ready in your clutch.

1. Lip balm! If you’re like me, you already have this ready, but sometimes we forget, so let’s avoid the mental breakdowns and pack 1 or 2. Don’t forget your lipstick either! This way you can touch up the color on your lips AND have nice smooth looking lips. Dry lips are never fun.

2. Blotting pads or mattifying powder: If you’ve followed my posts, I recommended a finishing spray by Urban Decay to set your makeup. To ensure full oil control, pack some of this magic!

Sephora Matte Blotting Papers: $8.00 for 100 sheets

Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder: $32.00, this translucent is a must have for setting make up and touch ups. Just a light amount will give you a fresh face!

3. Your phone: Please don’t put your phone in your bra. Please.  Keep your phone in your clutch and don’t be a Tina Texter. It’s prom! You can take it out for some photos, but surely your mom has snapped a million at the pre-prom event.

4. Advil: You never know when a headache will hit you. It may seem weird, but some of us are prone to daily headaches and migraines. A little travel pack would be cool to have since you can’t run to a drugstore at prom. You could even save a friend from having a crappy night of head throbbing. Hey, it could even be your crush!

5. Gum: You already know! This is a staple.

~ Nilou

Lillylab mood boards inspire dreamy Spring fashion

South Godfrey, of lillylab.com makes the best mood boards! To be clear, we don’t believe in spending $295 on a polka dot shirt but we love these collages as they pull from our favourite spring trends and inspire us to create fun outfits! Whether you are jumping puddles in the rain or feeling like a soft pastel palette, here are some looks to get you dreaming of warmer weather. We challenge you to find a Bottega Veneta lookalike dress at H&M! Guess what? It’s not that difficult.

 

Singing In The Rain! 

Rain ankle booties with a nude bow – $40 from Modcloth
Clear Bubble Umbrella – $30 from Bloomingdales
J Brand Denim Black Hewson Maria High Rise Ankle Skinny – $280 nextdoor
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Polka-dot cotton-voile shirt – $295 from Net-a-Porter
Wilfred Free Caron Cape - $110 from Aritzia
Brahmin Sally Polka Dot Pouch – $65 Brahmin

 

I Heart Denim

MOTO Fitted Denim Shirt – $55 topshop
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Slim denim jeans with covered button – $395
TOMS Shoes Snow Leopard Vegan Classic Women – $54 Toms
Cutsewn denim combination jumper – $385
White Converse Chuck Tailors – $50
Denim Soft Bralet – $48 topshop
J Brand Denim 835 printed mid-rise skinny jeans – $205
ESQUIVEL ‘Captoe’ creased leather brogue heels – $680
See by Chloé Denim bustier babydoll dress – $295
Solid Red Tennis Shoe – $14 Wetseal

 

Pastel Dreams

Madewell  Straw Fedora – $58 Madewell
CURRENT/ELLIOTT The Stiletto Jeans in pastel pink – $260
H&M sandles – $24
Ray-ban sunglasses – $159
Aspinal of London Pastel Journal – $35 Aspinal of London
Essie Sheer Nail Polish – $8
Adidas by Stella McCartney Yoga Bag $80
Lilly Lab Pastel Dip Dye Tee $60 Lillylab

 

The Colour Blocking Dress Code

Bottega Veneta Layered Silk Color-Block Dress – $1685
Harlow Satin Envelope Clutch – $78 BCBG
Repetto BB Leopard Ballet Flat – $360 Gravity Pope

Looking for your prom outfit? You gotta hit Yorkdale this week and try the walk-in closet and Pinterest your look!

Okay, so this is a little hard to explain but trust us, there is no better way to find your prom outfit than the dream-like closet currently set up in Yorkdale’s centre court.

Have you ever seen the film Clueless? Well, my friends, this is better than Cher’s robotic wardrobe. Stylists swarmed all the great stores in Yorkdale and pulled a gazillion dresses, accessories and cute heels so that you can easily browse different styles you like and pin your kickass prom look to a live Pinterest board. If you do this, you are automatically entered to win a $500 prom spree! Weeeee!

BCBG, H&M, Jacob, Zara, Banana Republic: the stylists have gathered the best range of outfits to make your shopping experience fun and super easy! Once you’ve pulled your look and pinned it, you can skip over to the respective store and get your prom shop on. We can’t say enough good things about this awesome set up! It’s happening from now until Friday and is open until 9PM each night. Make a date with your friends and hit Yorkdale after school. TRUST – you want to do this.

We went this past Saturday with the Yorkdale Prom Ambassadors and had a blast. We even discovered styles we love in stores we wouldn’t normally go to. Check it out and let us know what you think!

We tweeted a bunch of looks that stylish girls pinned on Twitter. Follow us @Shedoesthecity and @YorkdaleStyle for prom updates!