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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

KELVIN’S PICK FROM THE A/W COLLECTION >

“Accessories are a great way of brightening up your day. They enhance an outfit and make you feel special.” Moti envelope clutch,

$325, tedbaker-london.com.

< EDITOR’S PICK

A perfect go-to dress for work or play, this fearless fall floral frock is less prissy, more

powerful. Eponi dress, $305, tedbaker-london.com.

THE GAME CHANGER

Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Makeup, $68, holtrenfrew.com.

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 so thin that it needs to be applied with a dropper? Unheard of! The smooth texture, velvety coverage and natural appearance have since made it a beauty staple. Other beauty brands have now caught on to the technology and developed their own uber-affordable versions, such as Physicans Formula’s spot-diminishing fluid foundation and Maybelline’s brand-new formula. Its pigments lie flat, preventing a clumpy application and providing long-lasting, invisible coverage— even on oily skin. — Andrea Karr

Lancôme Grandiôse Mascara, $35, lancome.ca.

TECHNOBEAUTY

LANCÔME GRANDIÔSE MASCARA

The latest fringe amplifier to excite makeup artists, bloggers and beauty editors is Lancôme’s trademarked “swan neck” mascara, Grandiôse. Makeup pros have been bending their mascara brushes at the neck for decades, making the wand easier to wield and helping to coat every single lash. Bent at a 25-degree angle, Grandiôse’s small brush and compact bristles mean you can apply product faster and more precisely. Saving time in the pursuit of beauty is something we can get down with! — JM

Maybelline New York Dream Wonder Liquid Touch Foundation, $15, maybelline.ca.

THE NEXT GENERATION

Physicians Formula Youthful Wear YouthBoosting Spotless Foundation and Brush, $19, physicians formula.com.