Down-to-earth mom and stylist to the stars Jessica de Ruiter gives us a peek into her laid-back L.A. life — plus a few coveted fashion tips from the top!

How Jessica de Ruiter became a stylist to the stars

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We are kicking it all summer long in these top 10 chic sneakers.

10 of the coolest summer sneakers

Makeup by Jackie Shawn; Hair by Cody Alain; Shot on location at the Four Seasons Hotel inToronto.

From the ladylike style of 1957 to the menswear-inspired pieces of 1988, these looks have stood the test of time. 

Four spring styles we loved then and now

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This white-on-white ensemble looks fresh this summer when paired with a pop of fluorescent.

Fashion flashback to 1991: Bright whites

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Oversized patterns and trendy accessories update classic black-and-white separates. 

Fashion flashback to 1964: Bold graphics

Don't stop at just one, instead go for bold and pile on the print.

Fashion flashback to 1959: Layered patterns

Long-weekend fashion essentials from Chatelaine's style team: Find out what they pack when they are heading up north to the cottage or to a southern, beach destination

Long-weekend fashion essentials from Chatelaine's style team

Travel

From bronzers and bright eyes to comfy sandals, here's what to stock up on this month. 

How Toronto native Jessica de Ruiter became a stylist to the stars

10 of the coolest summer sneakers

Chatelaine fashion archives: Four classic looks updated

Fashion flashback to 1991: Bright whites

Fashion flashback to 1964: Bold graphics

Fashion flashback to 1959: Layered patterns

Long-weekend fashion essentials from our style team

Five things the style team is loving this July