Today's Outfit: Joe Fresh VIP Party

Billboards and lookbook images have been plastered all over town for months now, and after a lot of anticipation, the Joe Fresh flagship store at 540 Granville St. finally opened on Wednesday. On Saturday they celebrated the opening with a huge street concert followed by a VIP party at night.

I'm almost embarassed to admit that the party was my third time in the store. On Thursday (the second day the store was open), I did a walk-through and came out with trouser socks, then returned later that night and got a pair of black motorcycle boots that reminded me of Frye boots. Fans of Joseph Mimran's line of affordably priced clothing and accessories won't be disappointed. Tees, tights, and cardigans in a variety of colours are available, yes, but so are on-trend items such as skinny cargos, faux fur jackets, embellished tees, and skinny patent belts. The price points will also gladden the hearts of fashionistas on a budget. For example, leather boots and silk tunic tops are available for under $100, the skinny belts are $6, and tights are only $5 a pair.

I always say it's a good party when you forget to take photos, and true to form I only have a handful from Saturday evening.

Fellow bloggers Alicia and Nicole were just a couple of the familiar faces I ran into.

The store was packed with media and fashion industry insiders. Among the guests present were Lisa Tant from Flare magazine, model Irina Lazareanu, and Joseph Mimran himself...

...whom I just had to ask for a photo. He was very gracious.

So, since this is an outfit post, I bet you're wondering what's underneath the teal Togs coat, aren't you?

• Lace top and black pencil skirt (CiCi)
• White cami (Zara)
• Black tights (Dynamite)
• Necklace (Forever 21)
• Heels (Prada)
• Purse (vintage, Saks Fifth Avenue)

I considered wearing the Joe Fresh motorcycle boots to the party, but I hadn't sprayed them with stain repellant yet (which I always do with new leather and suede shoes). Instead I took advantage of the sunny but chilly weather and wore the Prada suede booties I bought in New York. You'll hear more about both pairs of shoes in the vlogs slated to appear on my blog later this month!