The term “utility pants” never lured me into thinking “OMG, I need those pants!” especially when you think of baggy, unflattering, khaki pants that you find on the “Screaming Deal!” rack of some major department store. I was never one for the “cargo” pants either. Keys, wallet, cellphone, chapstick: that’s what cute handbags are for.

Well, say “ta-ta” to your ratty, old “utility” pants and say “oh, hello!” to the wonderful world of Sanctuary Clothing. Based in Los Angeles, California, Sanctuary Clothing has made a name for itself by designing high quality and fabulously tailored casual pants. At first glance, they look like regular trousers but slip them on for the first time and you’ll fall in love. Their military inspired styles have been updated to showcase the best of the female figure. You won’t find super wide or super baggy features with Sanctuary – just clean and classic lines with a hard edge. They feel great and have the perfect amount of stretch for your daily activities. Yes, you may find a pocket mid-thigh but they’re far from “cargo.” The pockets are designed to keep necessities in, not sticking out.

They’re available in-store now but they’re not lasting long. The word is out and everyone wants to get their hands on the new Sanctuary!

I want to hear the crisp clean crumble,
Of dried leaves under my riding boots as we tumble,,
Down, down the hill, rolling in colours of burnt orange, browns and greens,,
Frolicking in fall hues as my pants stay put in my boot, pristine.,

The autumn wind will rise and swirl,
But I will stay warm, caressed by the finest Italian leather.
When the air becomes crisp, my knee-high boots will unfurl,
Out of the closet and paired with my Joeffer Caoc Obi skirt, cute in fall weather.

When my breath mists the air,
I’ll step out in suede booties and Bleu Forêt tights, what fanfare.
But that’s not all; my pewter wool Chloe Angus wrap will shine,
Paired with buttery brown leather, shiny gold buckles, entwined.

Oh Cole Haan and Donald J Pliner,
You’ve evaded my dreams and held me in boot-rapture.
It might only be September, but my mind is on leather and suede; materials finer.
I need your boots, my heart is yours, captured.

For whatever will I do, once fall fades to winter?
And the snow is three feet deep, what if I splinter?
There shan’t be a worry, because I’ll look smashing in OVER the knee boots!
It’ll look so hot with my Fidelity denim; a movement will start – grassroots.

There you have it, in prose form,
My ”Ode to the Boots That Have Yet to Arrive.”
But I know my boot-ardour is not alone; in fact Filosophistas will swarm,
As boxes of boots land and this poem will be decoded in closets, derived.

Until next time my Filosophistas,

XOXO,

– F

We like birthdays. Good thing too, especially for you. We’ve got tons of great giveaways and promotions happening to celebrate our 6th year on Whyte Ave.

Joanna Bisley, Calgary jewelry designer, will also be on hand to showcase her newest creations and help us celebrate since she’s been with us since the beginning.

So stop in.. and we’ll show you how it’s done at My Filosophy.

Edmonton in the fall is known for its brisk mornings, cool air, and the ominous dread of winter filling the city. However, this transition season is full of fabulous fall fashions! The fall season has some amazing and rich colors on the runway, and they are just arriving at My Filosophy! Here are five of this season’s hottest colors featuring amazing new Sweet Pea, Weston Wear, and Joeffer Caoc tops that have just arrived in store. If you’re anything like us, you’ll fall in love with these gorgeous colors and fabulous pieces!

1. Purple Orchid

2. Oyster Grey

3. Chocolate Truffle

4. Lagoon

5. Woodbine

The My Filosophy summer sale is underway, and it’s the perfect time to shop for some great pieces to enjoy for the summer! Here are four of the top fashion trends for this season that you can find at My Filosophy. Stop by before July 18, 2010, to enjoy great savings on these gorgeous trends!

1. Dramatic Draping

Joeffer Caoc Davidson Halter Dress reg. $385.00, 20% or buy 2 get your 3rd item for $5 until 07/18/10

One of the hottest trends for summer 2010 is clothing with elements of draping. Draping is a women’s best friend as it adds depth and uniqueness to garments. Magic happens when fabric is layered, gathered, and rouched. Our body imperfections are elegantly concealed and attention is directed to our best features.

2. Flirty and Fun Floral Prints

Hanky Panky Allover Busy Floral Low Rise Thong reg. $27.00, the more you buy….the more you save promo until 07/18/10

What says summer better than a fun, bold and colorful floral print? After months of bundled layers and solid colors, there is no better way to celebrate summer and add some cheer to your wardrobe than to indulge in a fresh-picked floral print garment. If you are not a big flower fan, you can still easily work the floral print trend into your wardrobe with accessories and shoes!

3. Gorgeous Shades of Nude

The most popular trends seen on red carpets this season is clothing in shades of nudes. This versatile trend can be carried from day wear to evening wear and worn dozens of different ways! Best of all, there is a flattering nude for every woman. Nudes can be easily incorporated into your wardrobe and worn with pieces you already love. Black and nude look fabulous together, so try a nude top with your favorite black skirt or a pair of gorgeous nude pumps with your favorite black dress!

4. Dazzling Shades of Hot Pink

Chloe Angus Fuchsia Button Bamboo Wrap reg. $130.00, buy one get one 25% off until 07/18/10

Although nudes and white are dominating wardrobes this season, do not forget to add a burst of summer color to your wardrobe! This summer, hot pink is showing up in splashes everywhere. A great way to introduce this sizzling color to your wardrobe is with fun and easy accessories. If you love hot pink and want more; pair a hot pink dress with sexy pumps and great jewelry for a gorgeous summer look.

My Filosophy's summer sale goes on to July 18, 2010 so you will have plenty of time to take advantage of our great deals and check out these stunning trends!

If you’re noticing gaps in your summer wardrobe or are looking for a few more pieces to carry you through to fall, it’s the perfect time to stop by My Filosophy! Starting Saturday, June 26, 2010, My Filosophy will be marking down tons of your favorite clothing and accessories to get ready for the upcoming Fall collections arriving at the end of July. There is no better time to stock up on wardrobe essentials and unique designer creations to enjoy for the rest of summer! We have amazing deals on every item in the store. Some of the highlights of the sale include:

Shoes: Buy 1 get your 2nd for $50 including Donald Pliner, Cole Haan and Tsubo

Denim: Buy 1 get your 2nd for $60

Buy 2 items get your 3rd item for $5 (some restrictions apply)

Thongs: The More you Buy....The More you Save

And many more phenomenal promotions.....we need to make room for our fall goods!

For those of you that cannot make it into the store, we have set up an online promotion for everything in the online store to be 10% off. Use the promo code SS2010SALE to receive your online discount!

My Filosophy's summer sale goes on to July 18, 2010 so you will have plenty of time to take advantage of our great deals!