image courtesy of GlobeandMail.com

Remember our sea-foam blue gem of a purse that was picked by Elle magazine? That same one makes a cameo in the Globe and Mail‘s roundup of springtime style pics.

Thank you to our retailer, Capezio Shoes, for providing the bag for this photoshoot. Visit their website to find out more info on where to buy.

Some of you may know Jeanne Lottie as a supporter of causes like Breast Cancer through out past Pink Bedroom Party events, but we are also strong  supporters of other causes and charities that we hold dear.

A recent article  by Teresa Kruze that appears in the monthly newsletter for the Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness highlights one issue that’s dear to our designer Jane Ip’s heart. The CCAA has been helping survivors of sexual abuse both men and women, children and adults since it’s foundation in 1993. You may have seen its recent print campaign in Toronto’s subways with the tagline “Abuse Hurts.”

Jane tells Teresa Kruze about seeing the impact of her donations in kind (shoes, and bags) on women who are in need of a new wardrobe to support the new lives they are forging for themselves as survivors of abuse. We greatly admire the strength of these women who have the courage to speak up about an issue that often gets swept under the carpet because it’s so taboo.

Along with Jane’s interview, the March issue of Abuse Hurts features a touching personal story from a young survivor. It’s a peek inside a world that’s normally very private, and personal with good reason. Aside from putting a face to the cause, the CCAA does much of its work by supporting shelters and agencies across the country that house victims of abuse. And though the organization’s reach is nation-wide, its funding comes solely from the generosity of private donors, both individual and corporate. They regularly hold auctions and sales through their website as fundraisers. Jeanne Lottie is proud to support the CCAA and the work that it does.

To find out more about the Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness, go to their website, or have a glance at their March Newsletter, where you can also read about Jeanne Lottie’s contribution to the cause.

Don’t know StillTheLovely? It’s a beautifully curated website about vintage-inspired fashion and lifestyle. While they often look to the past for inspiration, StillTheLovely infuses a touch of class — in a classic way — into modern. If you’re ever wondering how to mix modern with pieces from the past, this website has loads of great tips, and tons of photos for inspiration.

In their recent interview with our designer, Jane Ip, they asked questions about her inspirations, the upcoming collection, and her idea of… the perfect woman. Read more here!

LouLou magazine is branching out to coverage of nuptials by the stars! If you really dig Anne Hathaway’s day-look, you’d probably also go gaga over her fairy-tale-come-true wedding. We’re thrilled to be included in the round-up of essential accessories to pull off the most beautiful day of your life, Hollywood style! Check out the special edition of The Bride’s Shopping Guide by LouLou Magazine for other great, accessible features for your big day.

This cool blue bag made a splash in the recent issue of Elle Canada. Our beautiful, blue purse is small and light, making it perfect for day-tripping with essentials. Matching gold hardware lends a classic feel to an otherwise out-of-the-ordinary colour. It’s one of our favourite picks from the new 2012 Spring Collection. See more of it here.

Well, sort of. Spring is here in fashion-time, if not in real time. We’re nevertheless looking forward to all the bright colours and funky, modern shapes of this season’s bags. Check them out in our online catalogue here.

You’ve probably seen our lovely tangerine cross-body bag that made it into a recent issue of Faze Magazine. The blue number, called Sea World, will soon be hitting the stands as another Press Pick by Elle Canada come February 2012.

Happy New Year from Jeanne Lottie!

We’ve been featured in Faze Magazine’s line-up of best bags for the new  season. Classy or sassy? We like to think we’re a bit of both. Best wishes for 2012 from the team at Jeanne Lottie.

The Kit has chosen two of our season’s favourites to be featured in their current print issue. The Kit paired our white-hot, festive sequin bag with some nice teal nail polishes. And our popular red fringed evening bag made it onto their list of Must-Haves. You might have also seen this list in the print edition of the Toronto Star. If you’re curious about the details, check out the online version of the Kit’s Top 8 Must-Haves.

A good enough reason to add us to your own kit!

What does it mean to be vain? Does it mean self-pampering? Does it mean reveling in the beautiful, the frivolous, and the self? We think so.
Jeanne Lottie hosted the first Vanity Lounge to celebrate all the above with a host of other beauty experts, fashion and accessories designers and purveyors of offerings that make everyday life better by adding a dash of beauty to our surroundings. Here’s are a few pictures courtesy of one of the lovely ladies from Pink Mafia who came out to join in the fun.

A Delightful Selection of Jewelry

Make-up Artists at work

The Iconic Jeanne Lottie evening bag

Jeanne Lottie’s been on the subway in Toronto before. Most of the time we’re in the hands of our trendy shoppers. But to be in the pages of our favourite underground commuter news-source? That’s exciting!  Metro featured our very own Jane Ip, designer of Jeanne Lottie in a brief article about her journey as entrepreneur and designer. Click here for full article on the metronews website.