IN Toronto magazine

STYLIN' With Chris Tyrell

There can’t be a more over-used word in fashion than modern. But if by modern we mean culturally attuned then Natalie Lecomte fits the bill — always a head-turner at the city’s most important and fun fashion events in signature bold tailoring or fluid draped jerseys of deceptive simplicity.

As assistant buyer for designer women’s wear at Holt Renfrew, she is a magnet for people interested in fashion and design and a great supporter of Canadian fashion brands.

What are you wearing?

Todd Lynn leather jacket with fur trimming. Hanni Y strapless top with belt. Uniqlo slouch pant. Vintage chainlink necklace. Giuseppe Zanotti metallic and leather ankle bootie. My hairdresser is Adrian Carew at Hair2Inc in Yorkville.

What items of clothing can you not live without?
Greta Constantine jersey dresses, for their ease, versatility and aesthetic.

Your first fashion memory?
Talking to my hairbrush in my best Jeanne Beker voice “hosting” Fashion Television.

If money were no object what would be your fashion purchase?
Shoes, shoes and more shoes!

What should every guy/girl buy this season?
Something in leather, be it a perfecto jacket, skirt or dress in supple washed skins.

Favourite local designers?
A “new guard” of Canadian designers making a splash: Denis Gagnon, Greta Constantine, Jeremy Laing, Mikhael Kale and Todd Lynn.

International designers?
Raf Simons for Jil Sander who celebrates the purity of design with minimal details.

Do you have a fashion pet peeve?
Underwear lines. Seamless is the way to go. Also, bad shoes. It pains me to see a well-coordinated outfit and then look down at bad, unpolished shoes. Always put your best foot forward!