Canadian Living October 2014

i’ve never sought them out, nor was I even conscious of my extreme fondness for them—not until about a month ago, when, past the storage limit on my phone, I was forced to delete a few hundred photos. While scrolling through screen captures of empowering sayings from Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest, I realized how many messages of positivity had struck a chord, given me a boost and invoked a silent “hell, yeah!” That’s when it dawned on me: I’m addicted to inspirational quotes. This one, from author Beau Taplin, resonated: “She was unstoppable not because she did not have failures or doubts, but because she continued on despite them.” For me, the saying is inspirational and describes what inspiration is: a feeling that burns from inside, pumps through your heart and…

Best Thanksgiving Ever Entertain friends and family with the yummiest, least stressful meal yet. Learn how to cook a turkey, rescue gravy, and impress guests with stunning desserts and side dishes. Get inspired at canadianliving.com/thanksgiving. Honey Stitch Cowl Make this on-trend, textured cowl—exclusively designed for Canadian Living—for yourself or as a holiday gift. Find the pattern, instructions and how-to video at canadianliving.com/honeystitchcowl. School Lunch Solutions Pack a noon-hour meal that won’t go uneaten! Find kid-friendly recipes and to-go combo ideas at canadianliving.com/lunchbox. STAY CONNECTED with Canadian Living wherever you are! m.canadianliving.com facebook.com/canadianliving @canadianliving pinterest.com/canadianliving…

EASY AS PIE I’m a good cook and a very capable baker, but if a recipe requires rolling out pastry…forget about it! It never turns out for me. Fondant sticks, pie crust cracks, sugar cookies are too thick/thin…. I just haven’t mastered this skill yet. So it was with much hesitation that I attempted The Ultimate Peach Pie recipe (August 2014) for my husband. When I began making the crust, it was really soft—even though I used cold butter and cold lard. Adding more liquid and sour cream seemed like it was going to create an oozy-gooey sticky doughy disaster… but I did it anyway, refrigerated my discs and, in the end, it came to this work of art! I’m so happy with how it turned out. Thank you, Canadian Living.…

The “It” Hat WIDE-BRIMMED HATS With a tip of the hat, this chic chapeau adds instant cool-girl appeal to just about any outfit. We love this menswear-inspired topper best in an unexpected pastel. Jacket, $225, tristanstyle.com. 424 Fifth sweater, $169, thebay.com. Turtleneck, $30, hm.com/ca. Hat, $25, aldoshoes.com. Necklace, $155, jcrew.com. The “It” Bag LADYLIKE BAGS Top-handled bags have had a strong hold on style for decades. The demure framed bag of the ’50s continues to evolve each season; this time, the clean lines are livened up with vibrant colour blocking and exotic finishes. Nail Trend: Red Rules Kooky nail art is still having a moment, but come fall nothing is chicer than a glossy red mani. “Trends come and go, but red nail polish is a staple for anyone’s mani wardrobe,” says Rita Remark, lead nail…

Make the cape the superhero of your wardrobe. Here’s how to wear the trans-seasonal topper for any occasion. COTTAGE CASUAL Embrace the outdoorsy feel of a cape in a slouchy knit hat and lumberjack plaid. The combo makes for a relaxed yet polished weekend look. Buffalo check shirt, $33, old navy.ca. Nike sneakers, $120, littleburgundy shoes.com. Hat, $36, obey clothing.com. Jeans, $39, joefresh.com. SWANKY SOIRÉE Dress up this dramatic topper for evening with a feminine silhouette, moody autumnal blooms and oxblood accents. Dress, $495, tedbaker-london.com. Bag, $55, aldoshoes.com. Drop earrings, $18, lechateau.com. Shoes, $98, express.com. BRUNCH BOUND For an easy daytime look, take a cue from the boys and pair menswear-inspired pants with oxfords. A wide-brimmed hat and leather tee provide a touch of cool. Pants, $80, lechateau.com. Earrings, $25; hat, $50; express.com. Jones New York leather tee,…

Designer Spotlight TED BAKER A/W14 Since its humble beginnings as a shirt shop in Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1987, British fashion label Ted Baker has gone through an Alice inWonderland– style growth spurt, spreading to 34 countries, including Canada. Ray Kelvin, the brilliant— and quirky—man behind the modern-vintage brand, says its success stems from all the particulars: “outstanding quality, uniqueness, innovation and attention to detail.” Treasured for its artful blend of past and present, the label is renowned for refreshingly different yet timeless offerings, like this season’s ’20s-style prints and ’50s-inspired silhouettes. “Bold colour, beautiful prints and detailed tailoring are what make Ted Baker tick,” says Kelvin. — Julia McEwen INNOVATION ULTRA-THIN FLUID FOUNDATIONS When Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Makeup launched in 2012, it catapulted the beauty world into a frenzy. An oil foundation…