Yes we reduce, reuse and recycle—but sometimes loading up can be green, too.

Riva’s Eco Store new Inglewood space has fabulous collections, like adorable pillows by K Studio and mini speakers by OrigAudio ($19.99). And we’ve already stocked up on water-based nail polish by Acquarelle ($18, pictured) and pretty tops by Stewart and Brown.

Too much of a green thing? Never.

Riva’s Eco Store, 1237 Ninth Ave. SE, Calgary, 403-452-1001, www.rivasecostore.com

A return to minimalism but with an “everything goes” attitude, there are still plenty of fall trends to sift through. Herewith our five picks to get you started:

This high-collared coat from Pure Alfred Sung ($110) plays perfectly into fall’s camel coat trend without breaking the bank. At Zellers, www.zellers.com

A large silk twill scarf by Juma (from $130) is light enough for fall and uber cool with its the subtle skull print. At Shisomiso Boutique and Gallery, 105, 100 Seventh Ave. SW, Calgary, 403-266-4211, www.shisomiso.com

The It Bag is back. Ease into the investment trend with The Tote by Peter Kent Buenos Aires. It’s our take on the bucket bag with a more structured silhouette. (Fiorentina leather, $615 or patent leather, $640.) At Blu’s Womens Wear, 315 Eighth Ave. SW, Calgary, 403-234-7971 and Southcentre, 100 Anderson Rd. SE, Calgary, 403-225-8315, www.blus.com

Pair these leather studded motorcycle boots by Joe Fresh ($159) with a dress or your favourite jeans for a touch of rock 'n' roll. At Superstore, www.superstore.ca

A red lip equals instant glam, day or night. The new Rouge Artist Intense collection by Make Up For Ever ($19) goes on with one stroke and if you’re not sure what hue works for you ask for the lipstick shade finder tool. At Sephora, www.sephora.com

What do Gossip Girl’s Chuck Bass, Mad Men’s Don Draper, Andy Warhol and Abraham Lincoln have in common? Each man has been outfitted by the iconic American retailer Brooks Brothers.

Now Calgary is getting a taste of the country club life with the opening of the three-storey, 22,000 square-foot downtown store.

But it’s not only a boys’ club. Some of our fall favourites include the black wool stretch dress (US$198) and the merino boyfriend vest (US$118). Unique to the Canadian stores, Calgary will also carry the Black Fleece collection, reinvented classic pieces made modern by guest designer Thom Browne.

Bring on the first day of school.

Brooks Brothers, 751 Third St. SW, Calgary, (800) 274-1815, www.brooksbrothers.com

Brad and Angelina, Posh and Becks, Tom and Katie…Judith and Charles?

All fashionable couples—yes, even Tom has his moments—but if you’ve never heard of the last two, get to their new eponymous boutique to see the fashionable duo in action.

Judith Richardson and Charles Le Pierrès, the couple behind the Parisian-turned-Canadian label Teenflo, are masters of transition, from sophisticated office attire to chic evening wear.

In addition to the classic Teenflo line, the shop also carries swoon-worthy minimalist pieces by Graham and Spencer, luxury tees by Velvet, and urban cool basics by James Perse. The company is slowly introducing a house label to the mix.

J and C Forever.

Judith and Charles, Calgary Eaton Centre, 751 Third St. SW, Calgary, 403-263-6761, www.teenflo.com

I see London, I see France, I see Victoria’s Secret Lace-Trim Cheeky Underpants.

The first Canadian store is now open in West Edmonton Mall. Lingerie road trips are in our future as is stocking up on animal-print push-up bras, lacy thongs and silk sleep shirts.

The nearly 18,000-square-foot store also carries the swimwear collection, fragrance and beauty products and Victoria’s Secret Pink line, the collegiate-inspired collection of undergarments and loungewear that makes us wish we were back in our dorm-room days.  

Victoria’s Secret, West Edmonton Mall, 8882 170th St., Edmonton, www.victoriassecret.com
Read our interview with Victoria’s Secret Angel Candice Swanepoel (pictured) here.

Summer leather just moved into fall, with the material appearing everywhere.

Invest in one fabulous leather piece like Isabel Marant's cropped leather pants or anything Céline (pictured), but add subtle leather love to your favourite tops with some DIY action.

Buy leather by the metre or make it even easier by using leather patches (Fabricland sells a set of black leather ones for $5.99), cut off the top for a straight line and sew onto the pocket of your favourite T-shirt, or use both on a longer top or tunic (a la Céline) for double the fun.

Instant edge.

Even the most level-headed Miss can turn into Bridezilla when everything isn't just so for the big day.

Whether you’ve envisioned the perfect pair of earrings down to the last detail or want a bespoke piece of bling that plays off your wedding colours, head to Bibelot.

Located in Fashion Central, the small boutique carries ready-to wear jewellery that can be adjusted to your liking, or the owner will create the perfect fascinator or one-of-a-kind silk pashmina (from $70), all within your budget.

On your big day, you shouldn’t sweat the sparkly stuff.

Bibelot, Suite 6, 805 First St. SW, Calgary, 403-233-0005, www.bibelot.ca

We’ve long had a love affair with the leather bags and bow clutches by Hoakon loves Helga, but now we’re having a summer fling with the line’s newest beach totes and bike bags.

Made from fabric and deconstructed vintage leather jackets, the bags are all handmade in Calgary. The upcycled, fully lined, textured black leather bike bag with a zipper closure and vintage belt straps for attaching to your handlebars (US$65) is the perfect cruiser bike accessory while the Ikat print beach tote (US$65, pictured) even has a pocket for your summer read.

Summer loving happens so fast.

At Hoakon loves Helga’s Etsy Shop.

Forget bull riding and steer wrestling, dressing for the 10-day extravaganza should be a rodeo event. This year, spice up your Stampede wardrobe with these five picks and you’ll stand out in the sea of Wranglers and white hats.

GOGO sweaters by Lilly Lab are literally a throwback to the 1980s when designer South Godfrey’s mom launched the line, selling to K.D. Lang and MuchMusic’s Erica Ehm. The updated cowboy cardigans are hand-knit from 100 per cent wool and adorned with hand-painted buttons (from $250). At www.lillylab.com

Stampede veterans will tell you, never wear pretty shoes to an outdoor Stampede party. If your leather cowboy boots are among your favourite footwear, opt instead for a pair of rubber cowboy boots ($75). You’ll be set to line-dance up a storm without having to worry about the sludge and grime on the dance floor. At Kaffa Coffee House, 2138 33rd Ave. SW, Calgary, 403-240-9133.

Hang up your ubiquitous cowboy hat (gasp) for this summer’s hottest headpiece, a straw fedora. We like this softer look, adorned with a bow ($28). At Urban Outfitters, www.urbanoutfitters.com

An ode to the Stampede doesn’t have to include plaid overload. Instead, go for a subtle accessory like this horse head pendant by Zad ($35). Pair it with your favourite LBD and voila, your Stampede ensemble is complete. At Purr, 601 17th Ave. SW, Calgary, 403-244-7877 and two other locations.

When it’s too hot for jeans, throw this faded raw-edge denim vest ($50) over a sundress and you’ll be the prettiest cowgirl at the rodeo. At Gap, www.gap.com

We’ve grown out of sewing Canadian flags on our backpacks but that doesn’t mean a little patriotic paraphernalia is out of the question.

Since we Canadians are more of a modest bunch anyway, the Canada Nightshirt ($24) from Roots is the perfect ode to our country. Lightweight for summer, it’s adorned with beavers, canoe paddles, maple leaves and outdoor cottage chairs: all the little things that make us proud to be Canadian.

Well, that is in addition to knowing how to make love in a canoe, of course. We love to rock the boat.

Happy Canada Day!

At Roots Canada, 399 17th Ave. SW, Calgary, 403-209-4037 and four other Calgary locations, www.canada.roots.com