ALDO Rise S/S 2012 Hits Stores
Aldo is my mortal enemy of shoe retailers - to say I don't like their overpriced, poor quality products is an understatement - but I'll admit thisset of six designer collaborationsis impressive. Participating designers are JW Anderson, Preen, Libertine, Christian Cota, Chushnie et Ochs, and Canadian greatMark Fast. The shoes are available in Aldo stores across Canada on March 8TH. Oh, and the collection also has its ownTumblr, because doesn't everybody these days?

Ryerson Hosts Diversity Fashion Talks
Ben Barry, CEO of his self-titledmodel and talent agencyfor "real women" willmoderate a discussionhosted by Ryerson University's School of Fashion about the need for greater diversity in the industry. A panel of experts including Brian Bailey, Suzanne Boyd, and several Ryerson professors will lead the discussion. March 8, 6:00 p.m.-8:00p.m., Ryerson Univeristy, 380 Victoria St., 2nd Floor, POD 250.

Stylicity Takes Over Toronto
Mastercard'sStylicitygets avid shoppers 20 per-cent off at fashion retailers, restaurants, and spas around town from March 9-25, but only if they pay with Mastercard. Participating retailers includeCiao Wine Bar,粉色格子呢,Rac Boutique,Brassaii,Chocolate Shoes,F as in Frank,Fresh Collective,Leigh & Harlow, andso many more.

Mass Exodus 2012 Tickets for Sale
Ryerson'sMass Exodusjust might be the city's longest-running fashion affair. For over sixty years, fourth-year Design students have put on the largest student-run fashion event in North America; they coordinate everything from model selection, choreography, set design, PR, and even website development. Tickets areon sale nowfor this year's April 11 showcase.

Jacob Sells Cheap(er) Denim
For a limited time, all denim styles onJacob.caare going for a reduced rate of $39.90. Yes, even the hot-to-trot coloured denim. Their website assures me that their jeans are so "slim and trim," everyone will be calling me "Miss Fancy Pants." Points for effort; deductions for unbearable kitsch and $9 shipping.

Photo of Rac Boutique by Dennis Marciniak