Winner of Best Window on Queen Street from Simcoe to Spadina!

In a Holiday Window Contest initiated by the Queen West BIA, businesses in the area were prompted to vote for their favourite window display, and Fashion Crimes placed 1st in the Simcoe to Spadina region!! Fashion Crimes would like to thank all those who recognized the undeniable talent of store manager Kat McEwen, who stayed up all night creating this stunning visual:Image courtesy of Peter Tucker Photography

We are so excited here at Fashion Crimes! And do you know what is even more exciting? New Year's Eve!! Make sure you get here soon before the dress of your dreams goes home with someone else! There are so many deals to take advantage of, with many styles on sale for 50% off! Shopping for New Year's Eve has never been this much fun, see you soon!

Need a fun, inexpensive, venue to bring in the new year with live music? Rancho Relaxo on College is the answer, with music by Fashion Crime's friends Dream Jefferson!

Julie C has a Fashion Crimes Holiday

Singer Julie C performs for her fans over the holidays wearing a Heart Circle Pleat Dress from Fashion Crimes. The warm gold hues evoke a stunning holiday look, and Julie C wears it well! Combined with a Fashion Crimes Paprika Coyote fur, Julie C has the ultimate holiday style.

The Pictures Are Ready!

Last Friday's Holiday Soiree at Fashion Crimes was filled with shopping, music, refreshments, and amazing photography by Peter Tucker. Guests were encouraged to try on a Pam Chorley creation and strike a pose! You can see your pictures by clicking here.

A fellow Fashionista is dancing on air in a rose embroidered silk Jezebeltivmini dress, accessorized with a sash for a holiday pop of red.Two sisters loving the camera, and clearly the camera loves them! On the left, a blue lattice Maddy dress, and on the right, a multi-color silk one shoulder dress.

If you missed out on the fun, you are in luck.....we are keeping the sale going!! Come visit us, and bring home a Fashion Crimes treasure!!

Dream Jefferson And The Fashion Crimes Experience

Toronto-based indie hip hop duo Dream Jefferson (consisting of the equally lovely Corboe and Owel Five) stepped inside the glamorous world of Fashion Crimes for the very first time in the hopes of finding that special gift for the ladies in their lives; their Moms of course! The gentlemen left with gorgeous flower rings each gift wrapped in beautiful satin bags (which is a complementary service here at Fashion Crimes by the way!), but not before paying a visit to the photo area where the talented Peter Tucker captured the essence that is Dream Jefferson. Being a fan myself, I had to join the guys in the fun:

From left: Corboe, Fashion Crimes employee Melissa in a Jezebelwiggle dress in bullseye fabric, Owel Five

If you haven't seen Dream Jefferson live, you must! And if you have yet to hear their awesome sound, you can download their 7 song EP Sasquatch Bury Their Dead for FREE!!! Check it out at: http://dreamjefferson.bandcamp.com/ and tell us what you think!

A night to remember!

Fashion Crimes is hosting an event, on Friday December 10th, 2010.

There will be light refreshments, snacks, and a whole lot of mingling happening!
So come visit us between 6pm and 10pm, for a very fun evening, filled with good music, lovely people and beautiful dresses!
Make sure you dress to impress, there will be a photoshoot going on all through the evening!

Simply RSVP your name to info@fashioncrimes.ca

We hope to see you all there!

*in the spirit of giving, donations to the food bank would also be appreciated!

DECEMBER IS HERE WITH A BANG!

December is finally here!
Although there isn't any snow on the ground, the Fashion Crimes family have geared up for one of our busiest times of the year!

We are so sure that you will fall into the Christmas spirit, that we sweetened this December with a few surprises!

Starting December 1st until December 12th, gift cards will be issued if you spend a certain denomination, before taxes.

Lately we have been seeing a growing number of people shopping for themselves, so we made it easier to gift to yourself, and in turn gift to another!
A gift card to Fashion Crimes doesn't just give your loved one the chance to snag a new dress, handbag or necklace, but the whole experience included! She can visit the boutique and be styled by the talented and energetic staff that will turn her wildest fashion dreams into a reality!If you spend:

$150, get a $15 dollar gift card.
$300, get a $50 dollar gift card.
$500, get a $100 dollar gift card.
$1000, get a $250 dollar gift card.

*This offer is from December 1st 2010, until December 12th, 2010.

HUGE SALE!

Fashion Crimes is throwing a HUGE SALE this weekend!
Buy one dress at regular price, and get the other, of equal or lesser value, for 50% OFF!

UNBELIEVABLE!

Polka-Dot-Wedding

Congratulations to Kattrin who looks beautiful in her Venus Wiggle, in the seeing spots fabric.

Kattrin's friend in a black lace Audrey Sheath dress from Fashion Crimes.

At Fashion Crimes we will take your dreams and turn them into a reality!

Pam gets noticed...

I remember the first time I saw Pam. I was working at a large clothing store two years ago, and she walked in and I was instantly drawn to her. I asked my manager who she was, and he replied:

"Pam Chorley, owner of Fashion Crimes. She can stop traffic."

In this case, with Geeky Chic, she stopped her in her tracks.
Check out Pam on the Geeky Chic blog here!

And The Winner Is.....

Presenting Gemini Award Winning Actress, Debra McCabe!

Congratulations to her for winning the award for her role in the TV mini-series Guns.

This winning look has a breath of old Hollywood glam. Debra is wearing the glitlace mermaid dress (a Fashion Crimes creation), in an ever-shining gold that gleams more than her Gemini award!

Her loose tousles curl nicely at her shoulders; a look given to her by talented stylist/color expert, Suzzi Raposo at Parlour Salon.

Congratulations Debra on your success! We hope to see you soon!

Dressed to the Nines.

The lovely Lorraine, founder and editor-in-chief of Faze Magazine (http://magazine-directory.com/Faze.htm) , wears the Bullet gown in a showstopping red--a dress that called out to her, and left us all breathless. She is accompanied by singer/songwriter Suzie McNeil (www.suziemcneil.ca) , who always knows how to rock a Fashion Crimes headpiece.

"All night I was stopped and complimented on the dress"

"Everyone said it was voted best dress of the event!"

We won't let you leave the store until we know you have found the perfect dress.

Does the Body Good.

Actor/Writer/Director/Voice-over artist Naomi Snieckus spends a week in Fashion Crimes, and what a week indeed!

She is above pictured in a Fashion Crimes red Bowpeep dress with a few Canadian celebs, including Mary Walsh and Colin Mochrie.
Below, she looks stunning in a navy, floor length, satin tiered gown from Fashion Crimes with Tom Green. Notice how Tom is ever prepared for Movember.

Cinderella Affair

We had a little visit from the spicy, Jeri Brown, who was looking for the perfect dress for the Cinderella Gala for the Canadian Opera Company.

After sorting through a few too-short, too-long, too Halloween'y dresses, we finally hit the jackpot and found the right dress for the occasion; a mid thigh, black satin mini, with a sweetheart neckline covered in lace. A dress fit for a princess, but rock & roll enough for a bad-ass superstar.

Do you have a picture wearing a Fashion Crimes Dress?
Send us your picture to KAT@FASHIONCRIMES.CA

LIVE to AIR

The fabulous Emilie-Claire Barlow performs live on JAZZFM.91, wearing dresses so beautiful, you could see them through radio broadcast. She is pictured above looking radiant in Fashion Crimes; a lace Jezebelwiggle dress accessorized in layered cream pearls and beautiful rhinestone bracelet.

It was a treat to meet the lovely singer, who was nice enough to bring in a copy of her CD, which was quickly added to the boutiques repertoire of songs. Here she is seen in one of Fashion Crimes newest creations: the Demuresleeve dress in a navy satin with ivory lace overlay. Pictured below is Emily in two more fantastic Fashion Crimes dresses: the gold brocade Ruched Balloon (left) and the Audrey Holly in emerald satin (right).
Looking good Emily!!

Visit Emilie-Claire Barlow's official website to hear more about her upcoming shows, where to buy her CD and get quick updates on her twitter! www.emilieclairebarlow.com

FLASHBACK!

Here's a slice of Fashion Crimes history! Meet Bill Kompf, who decided to take a stroll in 1940, in front of where Fashion Crimes would eventually find it's home.

Cinderella loves rock n' roll

An amazing event, in a fairytale setting.

"Popular Canadian rockers Broken Social Scene will add an indie twist as musical guests at the Canadian Opera Company's annual fundraising party, Operanation VII, Cinderella: Rock the Ball taking place on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010. This year's exclusive cocktail reception celebrates Rossini's opera, La Cenerentola, and puts a very modern spin on the traditional Opera Ball. Guests of Operanation VII will enjoy a night of dancing, rousing live entertainment, specialty cocktails and fine cuisine catered by Rose Reisman Catering.
Some of the highlights of this year's event include:"

• Broken Social Scene performing opera collaborations with members of the COC Ensemble Studio, giving indie-rock makeovers to well-known opera favourites
• At the stroke of midnight, guests will be treated to a performance by rising Canadian star and innovative singer Clara Venice
• DJs for the evening, Diego Bros., will be rocking out the dance floor
• Exciting new prizes for the silent auction and raffle to bid on: a seven-day stay at a villa in Provence; a weekend at the Ritz-Carlton, Toronto; a year-long rental of a Steinway & Sons baby grand piano; a Bulgari stainless steel watch; four tickets to a Toronto Maple Leafs game; restaurant and theatre packages and much, much more!
• A signature Cinderella cocktail for all of the princess and prince charmings

Tickets are $150, and include:
• Open bar on all three levels
• Delicious Cinderella-themed delectables available throughout the evening
• Hello! Magazine photo booth
• Murale and Calvin Klein Beauty stations

Dare To Wear

Another beautiful creation from the creative mind of Pam Chorley.
Here we see her daughter Jasmin in this years dress for the Dare To Wear Fashion Show in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, in effort to raise awareness for the HIV/AIDS pandemic happening in Africa.

Rupture: a Fashion Filme.

This video ran during Toronto Fashion Week, and had a special cameo appearance from a Fashion Crimes dress. The red side-ruff dress, the perfect cocktail dress for anyone who wants to make a sexy, seductive impression on the world.

Check out this video, directed by Renata Kaveh.

Want a chance to get up to 25% off your next purchase at Fashion Crimes?

We're doing it again! This weeks theme is Disney Princesses & Villains.
Come in to spot the Disney Character for your chance to get up to 25% off your entire purchase!

This goes for EVERYTHING in the store!

Good Luck!

Dare To Wear

Last years Dare to Wear Fashion Show saw one of Pam Chorley's original masterpieces come to life on the runway; A corseted bodice adorned in long hair, with a train that stretched six feet long!

This time around the dress is being part of an online auction!

Dare to Wear Love Online Auction features dresses and outfits from last year's collection to support the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Check out the Dare To Wear Love Auction, and bid on this dress to own a piece of Fashion Crimes that is one-of-a-kind, and support a good cause!

www.daretowearlove.vonality.com

Rally for the Kids

A worthy cause brought Fashion Crimes owner and designer, Pam Chorley, out with manager Kat. The Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup was held in Toronto, with honorary co-chairs Eva Longoria-Parker, and Hayden Hayden Christensen. The night was filled with celebrities, including Bai Ling, Mya and the Pussycat Dolls. It was another successful year for the charity event! Just have a look at Fashion Crimes' very own Amanda, snuggling up to her new boy toy, Hayden.

To learn more about The Rally for Kids, visit their website at www.rallyforkids.com

BIG HALLOWEEN CONTEST!

Fashion Crimes is having a Contest!

The staff at Fashion Crimes is dressing up this coming Saturday, October 16th!

If you can guess 4 out of the 6 costumes, you can get a chance to win up to 25% off your purchase! This includes anything in the store, even chandeliers!

This is a never before heard of event at the store, brought to you by the creative staff!

On staff Saturday will be the following people:
Kat, Cha-Cha, Orlee-Rose, Emaan, Lauren and Ashley!

They will be dressed up as women from Rock and Roll, and the music industry.

Happy Guessing and Good Luck!

Mark your calendars! Monday, October 11th at 10pm, The slice network is launching Season Two, of the popular show Re-Vamped!

"Eight jilted women from across Canada are brought together for six weeks to get over their exes and be Re-Vamped."

Host, Kaitlyn Regehr teaches the women a thing or two about burlesque, giving them the tools to perform a sexy striptease at the end of the six weeks, in front of their exes!

"Each week they’ll be put through a series of challenges and tested beyond their limits. They will be coached and critiqued by a series of experts and celebrity guest judges. There will be tears, tension and tantrums"

You can be sure the staff at Fashion Crimes will be plugged in, and enjoying the entertainment as the drama unfolds.

log onto the slice network for more details! click here!

picture credit: Slice Network

BLOOD OF CHRIST -and- PIERROT Halloween Make-Up

Watch Logan transform himself!

Expect more Halloween looks to follow!

And if you're in the area, pop in and let us help you discover
the perfect Halloween ensemble!

Ride a Horse in Style

There is always a first for everything!

Parul and her 3D Rose Garden Goddess dress, riding around on her horse!

Do you have a story to share about Fashion Crimes?

Send us your pictures, and let us show the world!

email kat@fashioncrimes.ca for your chance to be featured on the blog!

Another Happy Customer

We love when our satisfied customers send us in pictures wearing Fashion Crimes with pride!

Meet Angie!
She is wearing a tiered, sweetheart, floor length dress, in 100% silk.

Not a fan of floor length? No worries!
We have the dress in a few other colors, in a shorter length!
Just check out Kaitlyn at the ET T.I.F.F party, wearing it in Oceanic Blue.

Read The Story HERE!

A chloe Charles Affair.

Chloe Charles' new album Little Green Bud, will be launching October 1st, at the Rivoli Restauraunt, 334 Queen St. West.
Here is your official invite!

Here are a few video stills of Chloe wearing Fashion Crimes head pieces!

As an added bonus, if you mention Fashion Crimes at the door, admission will be Half Price!
So come down and mingle with the lovely Chanteuse, and enjoy the night!
Yet another great opportunity to wear a fabulous Fashion Crimes frock.

Congratulations Chloe!

Lily Frost is a showstopper!

(Lily Frost in audrey holly dress. photo taken from the Globe and Mail)

Have a look at Lily Frost dressed to impress. She performed at the Live Your Legacy Gala to raise money for the David Suzuki foundation last week, along with Chantal Kreviazuk, comedian Russel Peters and special surprise guest, Olivia Newton John.

Nuit Blanche & Fashion Crimes

An Te Liu will present Ennui Blanc, a neon sign that puns the title of a concurrent all-night art event. You can come by on October 2nd, during Nuit Blanche and have a look. There will be a table full of gems and treasures for sale in front of the shop, so don't forget to come by the Queen West boutique for your chance to grab something for yourself.

ET Canada T.I.F.F Party!

Fashion Crimes and Kaitlyn Regehr meet again!

The last time we saw Kaitlyn was when the sassy vixen and the design house joined forces to promote awareness for breast cancer with the Pink Ribbon Pin-Up's Calendar, in association with the Breast Cancer Foundation of Canada.

This time around we styled the petite bombshell for an event that we knew she would dazzle at!

Have a look at what Kaitlyn wore to the Entertainment Tonight TIFF party,

(photo credit Central Image Agency)

You can catch the premier of the NEW season of Re-Vamped on Slice, Monday, October 11 at 10pm.

Our girl Naomi!

Have a look at Naomi in Fashion Crimes, with George Stroumboulopoulos!

The Audrey Holly dress in the Red Impressionist Silk.
A must have for any occasion that calls for ultimate class.

LADY BUDDHA

Another shot from the fabulously talented Ian Pool

The Lady Buddha is wearing a heartini in the sunshine dupioni

check out Ian Pool and his wonderful work here!

One last party to end Summer

C-lounge invites Fashion Crimes to share with guests a few good reasons why we're still the reigning boutique on the Queen West strip.

At the recent Fashion affair Drink-Play-Fashion, at C-Lounge, guests got to mingle with some of Toronto's newest designers and preview their new collection.

Fashion Crimes previewed some of the hottest looks from the Queen Street boutique, to so many who had never stepped into the magical world of Pam Chorley.

Carolyn is wearing a slim-fit sweetheart dress in black satin, with tassels that hung to the ground; guests of the event couldn't help but stare. Danielle wore the micro-mini in the magic sequined fabric, that had peoples hands all over her.
Logan wore the rooster feather epaulettes that caused everyone's heads turn, while Cha-Cha (first picture far right) wore her prettiest rock star dress, accenting it with a chunky leather belt and handcrafted crystal necklace that has graced many famous necks, including Katy Parry!

But of all the dresses in the room, nobody could resist taking an eyefull of Pam's latest creation, the one dress everybody in the city is talking about and covetting; The Drew.

Special thanks to Edward Kwan, the amazing photographer to took such lovely images of us all night long. See his story of the event Drink-Play-Fashion on his website www.edwardkwan.com

Check out these blogs that spotted Fashion Crimes at the party!

Fashion Nights
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Toronto is Fashion
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