Our friends at FLARE Magazine gave us an exclusive peek into their fashion closet. Assistant Fashion News Editor, Mosha Lundström Halbert, shares her top trends for Spring 2011.

Join The Shopping Channel for Canadian Designer Week, March 21 - 25. Presented by FLARE Magazine, Canada’s fashion magazine featuring the hottest in fashion and style by Canadian and international designers. Canadian fashion darlings David Dixon, Wayne Clarke, Monika Schnarre and Brian Bailey will all be here, presenting their newest collections.

Spring Trends: Colour is all around! I’m always inspired by colour and this Spring I am really excited about coral. My Picture Perfect Dress (in coral) really set the mood for my entire collection this year. This season you’ll see other fun colours too. We’re coming out of a recession and a drab winter and, so, I think people will really want a splash of colour in their wardrobe — pink, teal, purple — bring it on!

My Spring Collection is whimsical aligned with the must-have-basics for Spring. In my opinion, everyone should have a white jean, wrap blouse and a cardigan in their wardrobe … mix with that some colourful dresses, a cream suit and you’re set for the season!

My Advice: Don’t ever worry about the size of a garment. Worry about the fit. If you try to squeeze into a size six and you’re really a size ten… it doesn’t work! It will be more flattering on you if you buy the size that fits you best or slightly bigger. And best of all? You’ll look slimmer!

I hope you love my new collection and that it inspires you for the season ahead!
Much love,
Monika

Monika Schnarre
Canadian Designer & TV Guest
SHOP the Monika Schnarre Collection
Tune in at 2PM & 9PM ET to watch Monika present her new Spring Collection live

Canadian designer Lucian Matis is back at The Shopping Channel, with another stunning, contemporary collection. Made up of pieces that feature a modern edge and a feminine touch, shop these new arrivals now.

Canadian master class designer - and viewer favourite -  Brian Bailey has launched his new cosmetics line exclusively here at The Shopping Channel!

After the amazing success of his Brian Bailey Fashion Collection, Brian began his search for a makeup line that would complete the look he envisioned for Canadian women. He joined forces with makeup artist Maryellen Howe, Cosmetic Developer Gerald Poirier and Creative Consultant Kathy McKeil and began to put his endless creative energy to work. The result? A high-quality, versatile makeup line that matches and enhances the wide range of Canadian women’s skin tones.

Check out Brian’s 5 Easy Pieces Kit - all you need to create a complete, polished look!

Blockbuster: $99.86 (save $29)

This all-you-need kit includes:
• Foundation Duo
• Eyeshadow Duo
• Lip Gloss
• Eyebrow Pencil
• Blush Duo
• Bonus: Cosmetic Bag
Visit our product detail page for a range of skin tone choices.

The National Post’s Fashion Guest Blogger - Canadian shoe designer Ron White - writes about all things shoes & Monika Schnarre during the recent LG Fashion Week in Toronto. Another one of our favourite Canadian designers gets a mention too (we’ll give you a hint: his initials are D.D.)

Read Ron White’s full blog.

Shop Monika’s TALL by Monika Schnarre collection, only available at The Shopping Channel.

The secret is out! The Shopping Channel is THE place to find, shop & show love for our amazingly-talented Canadian fashion designers.

We joined the team from Entertainment Tonight Canada, lead by Producer Angela Smith, as they interviewed Lucian Matis and Monika Schnarre at our studios in January.

Monika & Lucian shared insights about breaking into the Canadian fashion industry and the many, many pros of selling their designs to Canadians coast-to-coast on The Shopping Channel.

Look for the ET Canada segment to go to air within the next couple of weeks. We’ll let you know as soon as the date has been confirmed! In the meantime, here are some photos from the shoot:

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• Designer Lucian Matis chats about his latest collection
• Behind-the-scenes at the Lucian Matis photo shoot

Beautiful construction & draping marks David Dixon’s latest collection:

David Dixon Multi Tiered Top

David Dixon Metallic Jersey Dress with Drape

 David Dixon Stretch Metallic Jersey Top

Canadian fashion design legend Wayne Clark makes glamour easily attainable with his selection of apparel & accessories. With a few key pieces, you can elevate your style factor and have Holiday party looks ready to go.

We love …

Red is a key colour for Holiday 2009, and this elegant Bamboo Scoop Neck Top with Faux Shawl does this rich hue justice. Also choose from black, chocolate & purple. Pair it with the black pants or black skirt you already have in your closet for an instant Holiday outfit.

Don’t ignore the power of accessories. Even if you’re a minimalist at heart, adding a single crystal bracelet to an all-black outfit will instantly ramp up your style quotient. Wayne has an amazing selection of crystal bracelets & cuffs.

Fun & elegant, this Feathered Collar is a great alternative to a statement necklace. Picture yourself walking into a Holiday party with this gracing framing your face. Gorgeous!

We’re so lucky to have Canadian fashion designer Lucian Matis back for his second visit. He’s brought with him beautifully-contructed, flattering & sophisticated styles — each one available exclusively at The Shopping Channel.

Lucian is at The Shopping Channel today for 3 shows only: 2PM, 6PM & 9PM ET. Shop his complete collection on theShoppingChannel.com.