Holiday Party and Sale!

Come on down to Fresh Collective for our twice annual sale and party night! It's Thursday Dec. 11 and the sale goes all day. The party starts at 6pm and goes till about 10! Everything will be on sale, and we'll have refreshments and treats once the party starts. It's a great chance to mingle and meet the designers while crossing off a bunch of items on your holiday gift list. (Don't forget to treat yourself too!) If you missed this party, make sure you sign up on our email list so you don't miss our next one in the spring!

Great scarves and accessories from Cipolla

Beautiful appliqued scarves make great gifts for men or women. These are just a few examples of cozy and stylish scarves from Cipolla. Come in to the shop to see the full selection!

A cluster of pins

Add a touch of whimsy to any outfit with a cluster of pins. We chose a dog theme here, but you could mix it up, or match a funny mix of things by color. We have loads of fun brooches and pins at Fresh Collective, made from all kinds of materials, and with all kinds of themes. Come and have fun picking up a couple for yourself, and do some gift shopping too, while you're at it!

Time to treat yourself to some new jewllery!

Every day more and more gorgeous jewellery arrives at Fresh Collective. I'm in love with so much of the new MaRGie Jewellery made by Michelle Goldfinger. She uses a fun mix of unconventional items but transforms them into the coolest stuff you've seen. Here are some pieces from her "Clockworks" series, but you also have to check out the thimbles and vintage wooden rulers she's made into necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Come on in to the shop and have fun poking around and looking at all the great accessories we have in stock!

Hats and Scarves galore!

We've got a great selection of "Crazy Scarves" from Fresh Baked Goods. We mix and match all colors and textures of yarn to make the cutest and craziest scarves, which are cozy, cute and make great gifts for guys or gals. At $59, one of the beautiful and unique scarves may be just the gift you've been looking for for that special someone.

The hat makes the woman!

Sometimes the outfit just needs the right hat, especially when the temperature take a nosedive! We've got gorgeous, unique hats from Fresh Baked Goods with scarves to match! Ranging from casual toques with big pom-poms to chic retro felted hats, you're sure to find something to make your outfit just perfect!

Fun felted accessories by Keri Rounding

Looking for something different? Then check out these fun and fanciful felted brooches, hair clips and rings by textile artist, Keri Rounding.

Dashing around town in style!

From yoga class to lunch, this skirt will take you through your day. So easy to throw on over your leggings, tights or yoga pants, these Whirl Girl skirts come in cozy polar fleece and boiled wool and each have a unique waistband made from vintage fabrics. Adjustable buttons make the fit a breeze!

Cozy skirts to get you through winter!

These polar fleece wrap skirts are just what the doctor ordered to get you through the coming months! Wear them with tights or leggings and you're ready to tackle any Canadian weather!

Whirl Girl- Elegant Whirl

So cute and casual! Each waistband is made from vintage fabric, and the skirt is boiled wool with a side pocket. So easy to wear, I have to make a conscious effort to wear something else for a change. In fact, I find my Whirl Girl skirts comfier than jeans- and 100 times as cute!

Whirl Girl Skirts!

I'm hooked on Whirl Girl Skirts! They come in cozy polar fleece and boiled wool and are super wearable and comfy- perfect for winter weather! I have 2 already; a gorgeous deep teal and a rusty orange. They're a simple wrap design, but so stylish and wearable. The polar fleece ones make a good topper for yoga pants or leggings, to dress up the super casual clothes we all wear when running errands around town. Check out the website at www.whirlgirl.ca and come on in to the shop to see the full selection. The last time I was in the shop, I noticed a very tempting sale basket in this section, so hurry in before the best bargains are gone!

Still some Seasonal Bargains Left!

Although we are in full Fall mode at the store, there's still some end-of-Summer deals to be found!

Cipolla has 15-25% off selected bags such as the Swallow & Critter Toile bags seen here.

Cipolla also has a Sale Bin full of smaller goodies such as these pencil cases (which also make great little makeup bags when travelling etc)

All tank tops by Utility Grade are 25% off & there are more deals (up to 50% off) in the Sale Bin too!

Precious Pink has selected beaded necklaces on sale such as this one above. The necklace works 2 ways: it can be worn long or wrapped around your neck a few times for layered effect.

Sing the Blues

I love playing with tones. Even though this outfit is all in blue I've matched up the different tones of blue. The dark blue sweater, by Fresh Baked Goods, brings out the flowers in the skirt, by Desserts 'n Skirts, and the light blue flower on the tee matches the background of the skirt almost perfectly. The tee by Mandala is also very fun and flirty all on its own!

I also love blue with brown (and pink with brown!) so I've added a golden brown shell lariat necklace by Precious Pink Designs and some fun fabric buttons in brown by Space Cat onto the sweater.

Dark and Lovely

There is such a great variety of styles at Fresh Collective with all the very different designers in our shop.

Here is a lovely dress by Momiji. The details are wonderful. Since the dress is see-through, it comes with a black slip, and the fact that the slip is longer than the dress is adorable as you can see the lace trim peek out at the bottom. Pair this with a Corset Belt by Embody and you already have a different look going.



Of course we top it off with jewelry. Two necklaces, one long necklace doubled up by Electric Lollipop and a second one shorter with a simple Crystal Quartz Stone drop by Precious Pink Designs.

Great tops from Fresh Baked Goods

Our "Mod Dress" by Fresh Baked Goods has been so popular right off the bat, that we decided to make a top version! With little mini-pockets in both printed cottons and printed corduroys, this top is perfect for under a jacket for work, or with a cozy sweater. Cap sleeves mean you can wear it year round, layered for fall and winter, but on it's own next spring.

Great tops for everyday wear

You are going to absolutely love the selection of tops by Embody. Made from vintage yardage and re-purposed sweaters, these tops are so wearable, soft and stretchy and oh-so comfortable. Each one is unique, and they really have a look all their own. Long and stretchy "torso tubes", cute hoods and scoop shaped pockets give each one it's own look, and the fabrics designer Tara White uses are something else. Great knit textures and colors remind me of the best of 70's fashion.

Perfect fall dresses

We have an awesome selection of perfect fall dresses from Fresh Baked Goods. We love this one, with a gathered bodice, cap sleeves and little pockets. We did it in several cords, both printed and solid, and mixed it up a bit by doing different shaped pockets on each. We pre-wash all our fabrics so you can wash and wear your dress with no worries. Our clothes are made to be worn and enjoyed for years! Come in and see the ever-changing selection of dresses in the shop! We only make a set of one in each size in each color or print, so you better come in soon before they're all gone. And if you don't find your exact fit, we can alter one to fit you perfectly!

Cute and Casual in Madala and Fresh Baked Goods

Here's a great skirt from Fresh Baked Goods (it's flannel to boot!) and a top from Mandala. Mandy Armstrong, the designer of Mandala, is a master at making cute tops you can wear with everything! Fancier than tee-shirts, yet just as comfy. Grab a few of her tops in different colors and you'll never find yourself wondering what to wear with a skirt again.

Lay on the layers!

Sticking to a color theme means you can get a way with mixing textures. Plum plaid and a wrap sweater with plummy tones look great together, and a few necklaces tie the look together!

Perfect work outfits from Mandala Design

Perfect fall outfits by Mandala Designs take you to work and anywhere else you want to go!

Mandala Fall 2008

Mandala's fall line is coming in day by day. Gorgeous printed jersey tops with cute details like a tie at the neck with a buckle, or grommets and a tie on the sleeve. Great little skirts to wear with tights and boots.... oh boy, I just love fall! And Mandala designer Mandy Armstrong is the master of great tops to wear with everything! She has two I'm in love with so far- a beautiful deep blue and a perfect plum. (Check them out below.)

New wrap tops by Paper People Clothing

You may know Paper People Clothing for the funky re-worked sweaters and shrugs. In fact, judging by the numbers we've sold, you probably own one! This line is so popular, and each sweater is one of a kind, so you can create a great collection! But now, designer Jennifer Fukushima is adding sophisticated wrap tops made from environmentally friendly fabrics like organic cotton, bamboo and hemp. The fabric is super soft and drapey, and there are several silkscreen prints to choose from.

Match your jewels to your tote!

Add some color to a plain outfit with a splash of turquoise in your tote and your necklace. A bit of accessorizing is easy to do, and can really make those jeans and tee shirts days much more fun! This necklace is by Precious PInk designs, and the tote by Cipolla.

Fabric Pins by Space Cat

If you're looking for a little treat, check out the fabric pins from Space Cat. Handmade by designer Virginia Liu, these fun little gems can dress up a tee shirt, blazer or anything in between. Try a cluster on your tote bag, or a few to finish off a little gift bag. Virginia also makes letter buttons that are super fun and popular. I wear LJ on my sweater (for Laura-Jean)!

Brooches by Odd Bird

Odd Bird Designs is famous for domino pendants, but lately our resident odd bird is making a cute and quirky assortment of pins, hairclips and pendants from vintage plastic jewellery pieces. That's part of the fun of shopping at Fresh Collective! Our designers get to stretch their creative wings and try new ideas, so you never know what you might find! Designers bring in new pieces almost daily, fresh off the sewing machine or jewellers bench, and many items are one-of-a-kind, so check in often!

Layer it up!

I can never decide on just one necklace, so I love the look of lots! Here we have two pendant style necklaces made by our newest designer, Margie Jewellery, and one (doubled around) hand-knotted necklace by Electric Lollipop.

Selected Odd Bird jewellery on sale!

All Glass marble pieces by Odd Bird is now 30% off!

This sale includes all Glass marble bracelets, rings, earrings, hair pins, cufflinks & pendants so at these discounts you can afford to stock up!

Also check out the Odd Bird "Bargain Bin" for other great deals!

Charming charm bracelets

Vintage charms and unique beads make Buttercup Days jewellery so great! Even jeans and a tee shirt would be tranformed into a great outfit with one amazing piece like this.

Fun earrings

These owl earrings by Odd Bird Designs are just one of hundreds of cute earrings we have in the shop. Fun, funky, whimsical, dressy, we have it all!

Necklaces on tees

A tee shirt looks great when topped off with dressy jewellery! Mix it up with a few necklaces of different lengths and have some fun creating a unique and funky outfit!

Designs by Peeno

Pretty pendants by Designs By Peeno are the perfect finishing touch for just about any outfit, whether dressy, casual or somewhere in between!

Try a cardi instead of a blazer....

Try a cardi instead of a blazer, like this one by Paper People Clothing. Made from recycled vintage sweaters, they are each one-of-a-kind and ready to take you to work and beyond!

A pretty blouse and the right accessories...

A pretty blouse like this would be perfect with dress pants and a blazer. Top it off with a great necklace, and you'll be ready for a promotion! (Momiji top and pants, Electric Lollipop necklace)

Mandala makes great clothes for work

Tons of our customers swear by Mandala for great work seperates. I especially love her jersey tops; dressier than a tee shirt by far, but as comfy and easy to wear. She also has a knack for making skirts that are different enough to be fun, but wearable for lots of occassions.

Momiji Jackets

One of our newest labels, Momiji, makes the best jackets! Why not take a break from the typical blazer and wear one of these feminine and pretty little numbers?

Dresses, tops and skirts!

Our shop is just full to the brim with cute printed dresses, tops and skirts for summer! Come in and just try to decide on just one.... you'll end up stocking up!

Black and White Pleated Skirt

A gorgeous print on a flirty skirt by Fresh Baked Goods, topped off with a Candi Factory tank.

Sexy summer tops

These tie-around summer tops have been a big hit this summer. They come in two styles: the apron style with a fuller back and the handkerchief style with a very bare back. Both can be worn bare, or layered over a tank, and we have a great assortment of prints and solids. From $32-38, they are affordable enough to buy two or three!

Fun and Flirty Dresses!

We have lots of pretty and fun dresses in stock at Fresh Collective right now. This bird print one is by Fresh Baked Goods, but we have lots and lots by other designers as well: Momiji, Mandala, Paper People Clothing to name a few.

Candi Factory tops on sale!

These amazing one-of-a-kind tops by Candi Factory are now 40% off! We've got lots to chose from, so come on in and check them out. At 40% off you won't have to settle for just one!

Super duper sale baskets!

Throughout the store, we usually have various sale baskets, but who couldn't be tempted by this one with 6-9 dollar deals? Paper People Clothing has amazing bargains to offer on one-of-a-kind samples. Come on in and dig through to find your super duper deal!

Cute tops on sale!

Lots of cute tops from Fresh Baked Goods now on sale at Fresh Collective. Priced from $19-29!

Mandala now on sale!

All Mandala clothing is now on sale at Fresh Collective. Come on in and grab some bargains while you can!

Circulate!

I love the way the circular cut of the bottom of the top echoes the circle on the skirt. Then there's all the circles printed on the top, and the circle pendant to finish the look. While most people opt for a plain color to go with something with a print, it's fun to think about other ways something goes, and play that up instead.