Blowout Boxing Week Sale

Happy Holidays Fashion Criminals!!!! I hope you all are having a safe and wonderful holiday but put down the turkey leg for a second while I let you all in on a rather BIG secret. We at Fashion Crimes would like to thank you all for your support by giving you one of the MOST amazing boxing day sales we have ever had. For ONE day only, EVERYTHING in our ENTIRE store is 50% OFF and take an ADDITIONAL 50% OFF previously marked down items, NO EXCEPTIONS!!! We will also be opening at 9am on December 26 for those of you who want to get an early jump at the Fashion Crimes collection. Hope to see all your lovely faces on Boxing Day.

Steven and Chris, Meet Fashion Crimes...The Pleasure Is Ours!

Fashion Crimes recently made an appearance on the Steven and Chris show, providing our Hepbourne dress in purple lace for one of their fantastic make overs. Also, Dee Dagher is wearing a Fashion Crimes tiger sequin backless dress, which is perfect for a holiday party, New Year's Eve, a night out on the town, or all three! Click HERE and pick episode 56 to watch; the fashion fun starts at the 31:00 mark, where they also talk about hair accessories. Fashion Crimes provided a beautiful jeweled hair clip to bring Wendy's new look to the next level as well. And speaking of hair accessories, we have a bunch of gorgeous fascinators on SALE now for 50% off!! No need to wait until Boxing Day, the deals are here waiting for you!

Happy Holidays From the Fashion Crimes Family to Yours!!!

Emma-Lee Performs At The Phoenix Tonight!

Toronto singer/songwriter Emma-Lee will be performing at Andy Kim's 7th Annual Christmas Show at the Phoenix Theatre tonight. The variety show also features performances by Sam Roberts, the Arkells, Lights, Ron Sexsmith, Sarah Harmer, Alex Lifeson of Rush, Buck65, Brandon Canning and Kevin Drew of Broken Social Scene, comedian Sean Cullen and more! All proceeds will be donated to the charity Juliette's Place.

Here is the beautiful and talented Emma-Lee creating magic in a Fashion Crimes tiger sequin backless dress. This dress is great for a night on the town, and it would be the perfect choice for New Year's Eve. You know how to get your hands on this great piece; you better get down here and snag it before someone else does!

Christmas 2011 Window

The one thing you can always count on when the Fashion Crimes window goes up is that it will be unique and wonderfully unconventional. Instead of sticking with the typical red and green colour scheme, Kat McEwen (our lovely/brilliant Creative Director) created a "Canadiana" Christmas. This display is packed with elaborate fascinators, stunning dresses (including a Jezebel Micro Mini in deer print fabric!), and beautiful furs. In order to appreciate the awesomeness that is this window display, you simply have to come by and see for yourself......and you can enjoy some fabulous SALES while you're here!

Taxidermy donated by Jessica Lindsay Phillips from the Billy Jamieson Collection, click HERE to learn more.

Photography by Peter Tucker Photography.

Deal of the Week!

At Fashion Crimes you don't need to wait until Boxing Day to get amazing deals! Right now we have our colourful satin evening gloves in 15", 19" and 23" lengths on SALE for 50% off!! What a great way to make your New Year's Eve outfit pop, and it can certainly liven up any little black dress too.

Also, our beaver coin purses are now on SALE for 50% off!! With the cold slowly approaching, these fuzzy treasures are the perfect carrier for your cold hard cash. These are just 2 of the many, many deals that Fashion Crimes has to offer. You best drop by our boutique on Queen Street West before everything gets picked over. See you soon, and happy shopping!

Remembering TIFF

We promised there would be more pictures, and now they are finally here (if you need a refresher of this amazing night click HERE!). Fashion Crimes was the official clothing sponsor of the Art of Sound TIFF reception, dressing all of the beautiful ladies of WIFT.

Hotness overload! All the dresses you see above are from the one and only Fashion Crimes. From left; a Hepbourne dress in stretch python fabric, a fern bee Jezebel Tivoli, a gold lace Demure Sleeve dress, the Jezebel Micro Mini in amazing claw sequin fabric, a black satin Audrey Sheath, a black velvet Knotty dress, an Oscar dress in black taffeta, a metallic floral print strapless dress (it has pockets!!), and finally a black Dream Girl dress. Phew! That's a whole lot of pretty in a row, and also note that all the accessories shown are from Fashion Crimes.

Here we are with the babes of Magneta Lane; Fashion Crimes friends who make awesome music (and if you haven't heard their sound, you simply must. Click HERE for a taste!). From left; Tiffany in a black Tivoli Gown paired with a baroque Waist Cincher, myself (Melissa) in a black sequin Tied Up Mini, Kat rocking a jet sequin Demure Sleeve dress, Nadia (who gets my vote for the cutest drummer in the history of rock and roll) in the Madonna dress, the incredibly stylish Kevin (loving that fedora!), lead singer Lexi looking like a babe in a sheer sleeve tunic style dress (which we like to call the Stevie Nicks dress, and is also available in beige), and the always beautiful French who is the bass player for Magneta Lane.

One last shot of the Fashion Crimes management team! Thanks once again to WIFT for having us. It's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it!

The Deals Keep Rolling In

Yet another amazing deal from Fashion Crimes! Spanx Power Panties are now on sale for 30% off! For those of you who are unfamiliar with these life savers, they are undergarments that smooth out those unflattering panty lines and keeps everything "tucked in". They are available in black and nude, and sizes range from A - E. Every girl could use a pair regardless of their dress size, and with a price tag like this you can't afford not to buy them!

Deal of The Week

Hello "Fashion Criminals," it's that time again. We here at Fashion Crimes LOVE the holiday season and are in a VERY giving mood. That's why this week's promotion is not just ONE item but SEVERAL items to assist you in the gift giving process this season. Here's the "Deal of the Week."

Deal #1:

Fascinators have become a big trend this season after everyone under the blue moon was spotted wearing them to Prince William and Kate's wedding. Instill that feeling of royalty within yourself by jazzing up your holiday frock with one of our beautifully crafted headpieces featured above. Add a pop of colour to that little black dress by opting for the delicate red poppy headband or add a bit of mystery with the heart shaped black and white feather fascinator. They are the perfect compliment to any dress and we want to give you the royal treatment by offering these unique creations at 50% off!!!

Deal #2:

The premiere version of the Venuswiggle dress offered in luxurious dupioni fabrics and sparkly laces is our second deal of the week. This fitted cocktail dress looks good on all body shapes and is definitely a steal at the promo price. What is it you ask? Well I think you've waited long enough. Regularly it was $399 and now YOU CAN OWN THIS COVETED DRESS FOR $49!!!!! Be sure to shop early because at this price, they are going to fly off the racks.

DJ Rashida In Fashion Crimes At Prince After Party!

Last week we gave you a preview of the impromptu photo shoot Cha Cha had with the ever so lovely DJ Rashida, who was currently in town touring with Prince (yes that's right, the Prince!!). Much celebrating was in order, as both shows received rave reviews, so of course there was a lavish after party. It warms our heart to no extent to see DJ Rashida looking stunning in a Fashion Crimes 6 way dress tied in a one shoulder Grecian style, with one of our many jewelled hair pieces to top off the look. Positively gorgeous!

This dress is a staple for the entire Fashion Crimes family. It comes in over 10 different colours, and you can tie it in dozens of ways (don't let the 6-way name limit you!). Not only does it look fabulous on any body shape, it is probably one of the most comfortable dresses you will ever wear! Why not come in and get a private tutor session with one of our amazing stylists? It's fun and easy!!

Black Friday Promotion

Tell one, tell all. Fashion Crimes has gone INSANE with all the markdowns. What better way to start off the weekend then by picking up a couple of Pam Chorley's signature pieces at an

EXTRA 50% off?

Grab that red dupioni Venuswiggle dress or the Black Suede Holly Jacket you've been eyeing. If those don't suit your fancy then maybe the Pink Chubby Fur Jacket will suffice because ALL of those items are included in the sale. Visit us at 322 1/2 Queen St. West to take advantage of the HUGE discount applicable to ALL SALE ITEMS.

HURRY IN FOR THIS ONE DAY BLACK FRIDAY PROMOTION!!!!

Deal of the Week

All you "Fashion Criminals" holiday shopping on a budget, THIS BLOG IS FOR YOU!!!! Fashion Crimes is introducing EXCLUSIVE offers to all of our customers from now until the end of the year. It's like Oprah's "Eight Days of Giveaways" except we will NOT be giving you a car. So YOU don't get a car, nor you, nor you, nor you. However, you can get an AMAZING dress from one of the BEST shopping destinations at a RIDICULOUSLY inexpensive price. Here is this week's feature:

This fitted, cream colour, ruched dress with metallic embellishments on the shoulder is our FIRST Deal of the Week. Why? Because who wouldn't love a dress that makes them feel sexy!!! If that's NOT a good enough reason for you, how about the fact that it's being marked down from $169 to, WAIT, are you ready for this.....

You can now own this dress for $25!!!!

Here's one of our stylists, Jessica, rocking the dress in her attempt to channel Snooki from Jersey Shore. So treat yourself or treat someone else because we only have a limited number of these dresses left. The $25 price point is surely something to fist pump about.

We Are Hiring!

We are looking for enthusiastic, stylish, motivated individuals to join the Fashion Crimes team. If you think you have what it takes to be part of Pam Chorley's vision, then we insist you email your resume to tiff@fashioncrimes.ca, or come by the store and drop one off in person. We look forward to meeting you!

CityTV, Everywhere.

Wow, there is certainly never a dull moment at Fashion Crimes! Just this morning we had the awesome folks of CityTV take over our lovely boutique to do a story about the LBD (little black dress), something every woman should have at least 3 of. Our very own Kanchana (check out the blog post she wrote about DJ Rashida!) did all the on-camera magic, while I (Melissa) was a little distracted by the unattended CityTV microphone that was laying on our cash counter. How could I resist? I just had to get a picture of myself....perhaps I have missed my calling! Ron Burgundy, eat your heart out!

My little black dress: the Jezebel Wiggle in stripe suiting fabric (Not the first time you have seen me in this piece on the blog. Can't help it, I love this dress too much!). Keep checking back with us for details as to when this story will air.

And This Is How It's Done

As you know, new designs are produced at our studio on a regular basis; one of them being the Demure Illusion. Fashion Crimes owner and designer, Pam Chorley, is pictured above modeling the dress in a black sequin and nude stretch combination at this years LG Fashion Week. This piece has a signature two tone fabric contrast, which emphasizes the hour glass seam creating a sleek and slimming look. We all love the newest addition to the FC collection, and look for it in amazing animal print varieties as well!

Pick of the Day!

Introducing the newest design to emerge from the Fashion Crimes studio on Richmond Street: the Drew Wiggle! You may already be familiar with our Drew dress, if not click HERE for a refresher. This is a similar style but with a pencil skirt to show off your curves as opposed to an a-line hem. It still has a beautiful off shoulder neckline with flattering sheer sleeve, and honestly I have yet to meet a woman who has tried on this dress and didn't fall in love. With the holidays rapidly approaching, surely this dress will come in handy; whether it be a work party, wedding, or New Years Eve. Whichever function you decide to wear it to, you will easily be a knock out!

Lynzie Kent's New Music Video Is Here!

Lynzie Kent's music video for the song "Whoop Dee Doo" features the lovely singer/songwriter in 3 Fashion Crimes dresses. As you watch, you will see a Jezebel Tivoli in celery dupioni, a Black Tie dress in teal satin (pictured below), and a black sequin Vamp Gown throughout the video. Click HERE to watch. She looks stunning in Fashion Crimes attire; we are so please to be part of her artistic vision!

Celebrity Human Race Fundraiser 2011

Back in September, Musik nightclub held the celebrity draft for the Human Race fundraiser, where teams picked their favourite star to join them on a scavenger hunt across the city to raise money for the North York General Hospital Foundation. The night was filled with amazing food, music (including a performance by JRDN), and head turning fashion, so naturally Fashion Crimes was present.

From left; Canadian R&B/hip-hop artist Jordan Croucher (aka, JRDN), Cha Cha wearing a Demure Sleeve dress in tulip print silk, Pam Chorley in a cafe passemeterie Demure Sleeve dress, and Manny, JRDN's manager.

Kat is sitting with Pam in a jet sequin Demure Sleeve dress, a gold plated Brooklyn Bridge ring, and beautiful orange feather hair extensions. Of course, all the accessories you see on Pam is available at Fashion Crimes as well.

Here I am (Melissa) sandwiched between two of my favourite gals wearing one of my newest dresses from the Fashion Crimes collection; the Jezebel Wiggle in stripe suiting fabric. It was an incredible night, and so much money was raised for such a great cause!

Remembering Halloween

Vivian, another happy Fashion Crimes customer, definitely had her creative thinking cap on when she concocted this incredible costume! Her Mummy Antoinette costume took the historical character and transformed her into the walking dead. She used a floor length white crinoline (also available in red, blue, and black), and white cotton tights, which are on sale for $10!! Fantastic job Vivian, you look both terrifying and beautiful!

2011 Soulpepper At Play Gala

Shelley Ambrose, publisher of The Walrus magazine, approached Kanchana for help in finding a dress for the Soulpepper At Play fundraiser last month. The only issue: she needed to do it in 15 minutes! To some this may seem like an impossible request, but for the Fashion Crimes team it was business as usual. Shelley succeeded and left the boutique with the Bowpeep dress in orange spidermum fabric, and judging from the picture she sent it was a job well done. Wow Shelley, you look gorgeous!!

2011 Oceana Ball Fundraiser

Natasha Borota, president and CEO of The It Factor, recently attended the 2011 Oceana Ball looking like a knock out in Fashion Crimes. The event was a lavish fundraiser in support of the Herbie Fund, an organization that brings children from around the world to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) for life-saving or life-altering surgeries. We are happy to report that this year over $30,000 was raised!

Natasha is pictured above in a satin turquoise, v-neck gown, which is also available in a white version. Absolutely stunning!

Halloween Revisited

Care dropped by Fashion Crimes last week in the hopes of being inspired, as she had yet to decide on a Halloween costume. Once she spotted our strawberry tart wig she knew the direction she was going, but what else to wear with such an elaborate hair do? Of course we had the perfect accessories to complete the look; a black crinoline, red rose belt, and green spotted eyelashes (which are still on sale for $5!!). Care's costume turned out brilliantly, and she even handed out strawberry candy to fellow admirers. The Fashion Crimes team salutes you for your creativity; you were so much fun to work with!

Backstage at George Strombolopolous Tonight

I (Melissa) had the opportunity to sit in the audience of George Strombolopolous Tonight to watch interviews with John Lithgow, Jeffrey Eugenides, and Liam Gallagher with partner Nicole Appleton. I am standing in the middle wearing a Fashion Crimes Jezebel Wiggle dress in stripe suiting fabric; the newest addition to my closet and I am in love! I think I am just going to have to get this amazing style in another colour!

From left; Elaine, Melissa (Office Manager), and Amanda (former Fashion Crimes stylist)

Jacelyn Holmes At The Premier of Sophie

October 28th, 2011 marked the premiere of the film Sophie at the Royal, which features the songs "Growing Up" and "Speechless" from the debut EP of Jacelyn Holmes. Jacelyn was in attendance looking radiant in Fashion Crimes; a beautiful Demure Sleeve dress in licorice crochet fabric, a silk rosette ivory belt, and an orange cocktail ring for that brilliant pop of colour.

Jacelyn is pictured here with lead actress Brittany Bristow and director Leif Bristow. Congratulations on the release of the film, and extra kudos for using some fantastic music! Way to go, Jacelyn!

Fashion Crimes on CP24!

If you were up with the birds this morning, you might have seen the Halloween costume contest on CP24 Breakfast. The theme was Tots and Tiaras, and both Melissa and Steve were completely decked out in Fashion Crimes attire. To view the video, click HERE and scroll down the latest video section until you see "CP24 Breakfast: Melissa vs Steve in a Halloween Costume Pageant".

The two adorable princesses are both wearing a maribou feather tiara (both on sale for $1!!). Melissa is wearing the Fashion Crimes Jezebel Pom dress in hot pink with a gorgeous Austrian crystal necklace, and Steve is rocking a gold sequin Jezebel Tivoli dress and rhinestone encrusted cocktail ring. The segment is hilarious, enjoy....and Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween!

It's finally here! We thought the best way to celebrate is to put our Halloween merchandise on sale!! Remember, it's not too late to whip together a costume; take a look at some of the ideas our staff came up with.

Kat McEwen dressed as a doll last Friday; wearing a black crinoline, mini top hat, and amazing spotted feather eyelashes (also available in pink, orange, blue, and green). We have a simple feather false eyelash as well, and both styles are now only $5!!

Why not go as the classic bunny this year? This set come with a strapless velvet bodysuit, bunny ears, and is currently on sale for 50% off!

Introducing the Fashion Crimes version of the peacock. Jessica is wearing a peacock feather mini skirt layered over a peacock silk print Tied Up dress, and completed the outfit with a gigantic feather headpiece that we tucked in her waistband to create the perfect fan.

And what did our fearless leader dress as this past Halloween weekend? Founder and designer, Pam Chorley, donned the cat woman mask with a sexy black dress to create the feline villain. Looking good!!

Countdown to Halloween!

Halloween weekend is upon us; have you decided on your costume? Black Swan is certainly a reoccurring theme amongst many of the people we have talked to over the past few weeks. Lucky for you, Fashion Crimes has everything you need to create this stunning look. One of our fantastic stylists, Jessica, was kind enough to model our version of the coveted costume. She is wearing a Jezebel Pom dress with a black feather stretch belt, an ostrich feather fascinator, and a Fashion Crimes original filigree mask. If you want to stand out in a crowd, this will certainly aid in your quest. Come pay us a visit, and we'll make sure you have a Happy Halloween!!

Remember, we have the majority of our Halloween merchandise on sale!! If you haven't decided what you are going to dress as, you will surely be inspired at Fashion Crimes!

Make Our Mascot A Star!

We here at Fashion Crimes know that our mascot Fridge is destined to be a star, but we need your to help to make it a reality. Simply click HERE and vote for her (up to once a day!) to be the next Fido star!

The little canine sweetheart is pictured next to a Fashion Crimes pink dupioni Jezebel Micro Mini dress, which we layered with a silk print Waist Cincher. Also that chair she is perched on is currently on sale!

Halloween Is Coming! Are You Ready??

So little time! Don't worry, Fashion Crimes has everything you need, and with the majority of our Halloween merchandise on SALE, you shouldn't have a problem finding a costume you love at a price you can afford.

Here we have Jessica dressed as Snooki from Jersey Shore. She used a v-neck dress from our sale rack (only $50!!), a geisha style wig (which can also be used for an Amy Winehouse look), rabbit fur boot covers, and the token chain loop sunglasses that absolutely screams Snooki.

These rad sunglasses have a chain that can be worn in the front, or in the back so you can hang them around your neck when you're not wearing them. People are going crazy for these! We have them in a gold version as well, and as you may expect, they are flying out of here!

Flapper Ladies & Gangsta Gals

Why not take a trip to the 1920's this Halloween? Last weekend, the Fashion Crimes team went all out; rocking our beautiful flapper dress (available in red, black, and white) paired with long pearl necklaces, headbands, and of course the signature single feather hair comb. Take a look at what Tiffany, Cha and Kat came up with.

Watch out for these shady ladies! The always awesome Emily and Jessica created a gangster costume by using one of the many styles of Fashion Crimes jackets paired with a pencil skirt, and either a fascinator or sideways fedora. Great job gals! And if you like what you see, we can easily put these and many other costume ideas together for you!

As of today, most of our Halloween merchandise (including devil, cat, angel, and bunny sets; capes, vampire fangs, sequin eye patches, etc) are reduced to 50% off! Hurry before it is all picked over!!