Molly Ringwald positively glowed in it, and here are our top picks for a pink spring:

Rain rain go away!  We’ll happily endure spring showers in this Michael by Michael Kors belted Begonia trench with tortoise shell buttons ($275). At Ogilvy, 1307 St-Catherine St. W., 514-842-7711 ext. 306, www.ogilvycanada.com

Seasonally ambidextrous, you’ll live la vie en rose in a Filippa K wrap dress with removable shoulder pads ($249). At JoshuaDAVID, 4926 Sherbrooke St. W., Westmount, 514-788-4436, www.joshuadavid.ca

Alert! Bikini season is near. You’ll actually want to trek to the gym with this poppy Two Step tote (22.99). At www.boutiqueonze.ca

Work on those triceps and you’ll be Michelle Glam-bama beautiful in a black and blush chiffon halter frock from Jacob ($69). 1220 Ste-Catherine St. W., 514-861-9346, www.jacob.ca

If pink just ain’t your bag, take a subtle approach with peppy Joe Fresh nail polishes in Rose, Ballet Slipper or Petal. They’re free from formaldehyde and other nasty toxins. 3/$10 at Loblaws, 6600 St-Jacques St. W., 514-481-6959, www.loblaws.ca

We’ve never been shy about going back for seconds.

And when it comes to shopping, our philosophy’s the same.

If you were one of the lucky gals who snagged the Stella McCartney snow leopard dress, tutu or Miller jacket for your tots at GapKids last season, lucky you.

And for the other 99 per cent of us who didn’t get there in time, we now have another go.

McCartney’s second collection for GapKids looks to be just as whimsical and fashion forward as the first, with polka-dot espadrilles, anchor tunics, and a Western theme for the lads.

Quick now, or you’ll be shopping for it on eBay like last time.

Collection lands Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at these GapKids:
Calgary - Chinook Centre
Montreal - Eaton Centre
Toronto - Bloor Street, Eaton Centre, Yorkdale, and Sherway Gardens

Monday, April 5, 2010 at Vancouver - Robson Street
www.gap.com

Denis Gagnon has been called l’enfant terrible of Canadian fashion.

But behind the edgy designs and thick-framed glasses lies a true artist with a true passion for his work. Marking the tenth anniversary of his career, Je m’apelle Denis Gagnon follows the designer as he finishes his latest collection. The film sheds light on the less glamorous side of fashion (working out of a cave-like basement) and follows him home to meet his family in small-town Alma, Quebec.

Darling Denis, we love you even more.

Tickets from $10.63, 6:30 p.m., March 21, Maxwell Cummings Auditorium, Montreal Museum of Fine Art, 1379 Sherbrooke Street W., Montreal, www.artfifa.com and March 27, Cinquième Salle, Place des Arts, 175 Ste-Catherine Street W., Montreal, 514-842-2112.

After four days of runway shows, here are our top five picks from Montreal Fashion Week:

Among all the woolens and leathers, Coccolily’s SMM debut was a refreshing romp. Models literally strutted down the walk in sexy stockings and tulle-skirted frocks.

Denis Gagnon’s fantastic fringe and zippered pieces have already sold out at Holt Renfrew so we’ll have to settle for a Bedo T-shirt featuring his bespeckled visage.

Harricana par Mariouche unveiled a peppy skiwear collaboration with Chlorophylle. But our favorite piece of the night was a vintage lace and recycled fur-trimmed frock. Slope-side nuptials? I do.

Can’t decide if you're grunge, glam or rock n roll? The Barilà sisters say a lady can work all three. We adored the duo’s electric-blue sequins on blazers and leggings.

Joseph Helmer has been working the patchwork for years and finally his stunning frocks fit the zeitgeist. The multicolored evening gown will surely earn us a bold-faced name at the upcoming Daffodil Ball.

It’s no quilted chain bag, but we’ll take it.

Just in time to flash some spring skin, the house of Chanel has launched a line of temporary tattoos ($75/55 tattoos) designed by Creative Director Peter Philips.  The Trompe l’Oeil skin art includes classic Chanel symbols like chains, pearls, wheat, tiny swallows and interlocking c’s that can be applied around the neck, wrist, ankle or leg.

Now that’s making a fashion statement.

Available March 15 at Chanel, Holt Renfrew, 1300 Sherbrooke Street W., Montreal, 514-842-7318, www.holtrenfrew.com

Between thinking up hip baby names, a fab jewellery line and all that do-gooding, where does she find the time?

This week at Holt Renfrew, Nicole Richie unrolls Winter Kate, her debut clothing collection developed ici à Montreal. From silk maxi-dresses ($325) and kimono-style cardis ($185) to a soft leather jacket ($625), each mouth-watering piece has a chic boho vibe that’s perfect for easing out of winter bulk. And if togs weren’t enough, she’s also kicked off House of Harlow 1960 footwear including whipstitched Pearl pumps ($250), sweet Tilly brogues ($225) and cozy moccasin boots.

Up next: baby number three, or eau de parfum?

Holt Renfrew, 1300 Sherbrooke Street W., Montreal, 514-842-5111, www.holtrenfrew.com 

Catch a glimpse of Nicole on February 18 when she makes an appearance at the Montreal Holt Renfrew store, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

We took an scent census around the office and came up with six lovely pairs of perfumes for him and her. Herewith, our staff picks.

Marianne Wisenthal, Montreal editor, English edition
Couples who spray together, stay together. When we’re not stealing spritzs of our man’s woody Grey Vetivert by Tom Ford ($100), he’s dipping into our bottle of Private Blend Italian Cypress (from $210). Both at Holt Renfrew.

Tara Parker Tait, Publisher
Opposites attract with Parisian cult favourite Annick Goutal's Petite  Chérie (finally, she divulges her secret scent!) for her ($110 at the Bay) and the luxe Hermès Poivre Samarcande ($250 at Hermès) for him.

Joy Pecknold, Vancouver editor
For a date night, spritz  Viktor & Rolf’s Flowerbomb ($120 at Holt Renfrew), a bouquet of sweet, fruity florals. If the boy shows up smelling of John Varvatos’ Artisan ($70 at Sephora), this relationship may have serious potentional.

Malwina Gudowska, Calgary editor
French girl meets American boy: YSL’s Parisienne ($65) is a match with the masculine John Varvatos Classic ($78). Both at Sephora.

Tonya Albulet, Western Sales Manager
Lalique's Amethyst ($110), with top notes of blackcurrant and blackberry, comes in a bold purple bottle worthy of your nightstand. If your BF wears Lacoste Pour Homme Grey ($75), it's meant to be. Both at Holt Renfrew.

Elsa Vecchi, Montreal editor, French edition
A spritz for you, a dab for him. A summery scent that is fresh and classic, Vétiver by Guerlain is made for a man, but also smells lovely on a lady. $95 at Holt Renfrew.

Zest is the secret of all beauty. There is no beauty that is attractive without zest.

-Christian Dior

Zesty fashion junkies will love a new Dior biography by ROM Textile and Costume Curator, Alexandra Palmer. Dior looks at how the seminal couturier built up his fashion house in post-war Paris to become one of the most successful brands in the world.

It was Monsieur Dior who established the 1950s curvy wasp-waisted look that still struts down catwalks today. And he was a shrewd businessman who pioneered merchandising licenses (the likes of which have made Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein very wealthy indeed).  The book also features over 100 gorgeous images that will have you roaring, "J’adore Dior."

Dior, $24.44 at Amazon.ca.

Our gal-about-town life demands stylish accessories that speak to our sense of chic.

Michael Kors' fabulous new 1,300 square foot lifestyle store at Ogilvy is a perfect fit for our fashion-meets-function philosophy. Trot from work day to date-night in grey suede belted booties ($258) and stay warm (while looking cool) in a gold-zipped, black leather motorcycle jacket ($650). For muss-free hair we love the bunny-soft earmuffs ($58), and through it all stay right on schedule sporting an elegant tortoise-shell watch ($290). 

But really, dressing this well gives new meaning to the term ‘fashionably late.'

Michael Kors at Ogilvy, 1307 Ste-Catherine St. W., Montreal, 514-842-7711, www.ogilvycanada.com

Stella McCartney’s kids and baby collections for Gap drop next week and we’re already training for the stroller derby. Herewith, our top 5 picks:

1. The Beatles-inspired “Miller” jacket (pictured) named for McCartney’s eldest son, and even cuter on a girl.
2. Scribble sneaks that come with a set of pens to tag them with (and save your walls!).
3. Boy’s and girl’s trenches (hers has an “I Love You” lining, inspired by one of Stella’s own childhood dresses).
4. For Stella fellas, a yellow Fisherman’s mac—the perfect antidote to the muddy buddy.
5. A chunky grey cardigan-coat for girls to wear over the neutral, rose and berry-toned dresses.

Inside Scoop: The girl’s XXL fits like a women’s medium, so start envisioning that silk smock dress as a top.

Prices from $32 to $128. Available at:
Vancouver – Robson Street (November 3)
Calgary - Chinook Centre (November 4)
Montreal - Eaton Centre (November 4)
Toronto - Bloor Street, Eaton Centre, Yorkdale, and Sherway Gardens (November 4)
www.gap.com