We all know luxury items can be pricey. At the Julianne Costigan team, we believe in investing in pieces that are meant to last a lifetime and occasionally that means spending the big bucks. However, sometimes there’s pieces you know you want right now but don’t want to fully invest in because you won’t wear […]

Short season can be hard. Many of my clients (and myself included) have a tough time finding shorts that are both comfortable AND stylish. Luckily, the fashion industry is currently favouring longer, Bermuda length shorts that satisfy both of these needs. We are seeing more paper bag styles, looser fit legs and high waisted in-seams […]

One of the most effortless and stylish summer items that we consider to be a wardrobe essential, is a great blouse. Blouses transition with ease from season to season—change your trousers to a short or skirt and you’ve automatically altered your outfit to a summer look. For this warm season, we are opting for blouses […]

One of my favourite things to happen recently in the fashion industry in terms of comfort and style was the rise of sneakers in mainstream fashion. As a Toronto stylist, my days (before social distancing) usually involved running around the Eaton Centre, meeting with clients, working on set and being on my feet practically all […]

Support for the black community is long overdue. The fashion industry relies on black purchasing power, black communities to set stores up in, black designers and more to function and thrive. It is our job to educate ourselves, amplify black voices, listen, donate and support fashion brands created by POC. Here are some Canadian fashion […]

Most people assume that the black blazer is meant for a day in the office but that is far from the truth. This item is one that is a classic, staple piece in my wardrobe, every single season and can be worn in and out of office. Here are 4 ways i’m wearing my black […]

After experiencing snowy weekends in Toronto in May, I am happy to say that summer FINALLY feels like it’s around the corner. Through the upheaval of a pandemic and with the cold weather, a little sunshine is just what we need. One of my favourite items that comes along with warmer weather are summer dresses. […]

As spring turns to summer, our wardrobe transitions—out come the shorts, camisoles and sandals. One of the best accessories we pull out of storage and use most during this time is our sunglasses. This item is more than a stylish accessory, they protect our eyes from harmful UV rays. Sunglasses are an item I encourage […]

As a stylist, part of my job includes meeting new clients, going to fashion events and even making TV appearances. When doing these things, sometimes I need an extra boost of confidence to show up and do my best. My go-to garment for doing this? A great blazer. There are so many variations in blazer […]