ON THE COVER: We're in the navy now. Jacket and skirt, V8547, Misses' 6-20. Earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane. Bracelets: Marlyn Schiff at Notanonymous. Hair and makeup by Joseph Boggess. Photographed by Brian Kraus.
In this issue;
- A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS
There's lots to love this season. We've narrowed down the list to 14.
- ANCHORS AWEIGH
Sail into spring in a sea of smart separates awash in red, white and blue.
- SHE'S ALL BUSINESS
Feminine, but still serious, this wardrobe takes a softer approach to the suit without sacrificing corporate clout.
- BEST DRESSED
Spring is in the air, as are plenty of pretty prints, bright colours, and shapely silhouettes.
- BLACK AND WHITE: OPPOSITES ATTRACT
Chic, sensible, striking, simply sensational. This winning wardrobe combination never disappoints.
- HUES FLASH
Rev up for a season of bold, beautifully coloured dresses.
- EDITOR'S CHOICE
Spring has sprung and it's time to check out the latest sewing product "must-haves!"
- WEB WATCH
A guide to online sources for fabric, trims, and notions.
- BEHIND THE SEAMS WHITH CLAIRE SHAEFFER
Couture techniques for applying bias trim to collars.
- USE YOUR FEET!
Linda Griepentrog explains the finer points of the ruffler attachment.
- ADJUSTING FOR A FULL BUST
Designer and educator Kathryn Brenne teaches this most sought-after alteration.
- SEE YOU ON THE RUNWAY
Student design teams take on the fashion challenge at Toronto's Creativ Festival's Project Creativ Catwalk.
- ROOM TO SEW
Daryl Brower gives advice on how to make the most of your sewing space, no matter how big or small.
- ACCESSORIES UPDATE: POP GOES THE JEWELRY
Hot colours, nautical notes and classic details strike the perfect balance between posh and preppy.
- DESTINATION SHOPPING: CHICAGO
Lyn Marsteller takes us on a tour of the Windy City and awards it a gold medal for fabric stores.