Coat Notes

I know this looks granny Annie-ish, but when I wear this cashmere coat with the collar flipped up and my sequined toque and big shades, I look like a young Gloria Swanson.

Found at the Toronto Film Studios' semi-annual sale for 10 bucks, it was originally marked at $60. But it was a hot day, and the rest is history. It looks great when I'm all tarted up but also chic with jeans ... in fact I can be a scrag bag underneath but all the world sees is pure glamour ....

Speaking of over-wear, nothing says chic like a well-made retro jacket. I found this quilted Bergdorf Goodman ("On the Plaza New York," the label says) at Common Sort in Toronto at 804 Queen St. East www.commonsort.com during its 50 percent off sale ... for $35! Like my coat, I wear it with everything from skirts to jeans, and the look can range from classy to funky.

There's another 50 percent off sale this Thursday starting 11 a.m., for all you bargain hunters out there....