Suzanne Rogers makes a splash on the streets and the Internet (Image: Stefania Yarhi)
Equal parts a little girl’s dream and a style-conscious socialite’s crown jewel, Suzanne Rogers’ closet is truly an accomplishment—although in what, other than abundance, we’re not so sure. A massive spread, freshly launched on the appropriately titled fashion and style website The Coveteur, has finally put Rogers’ masterpiece on display for the entire world to fawn over. The site’s profile of the fashion aficionado is more akin to fashion porn than anything else, and in order to fully appreciate the sheer decadence of Rogers’ mentionables, we recommend reviewing The Coveteur’s complete editorial coverage. Meanwhile, we’ve broken her closet down into some of its key elements:
The fitting room: “Timeless and oh-so-very feminine” is how Rogers describes this Old World- and French-inspired space adorned with multiple wall units, each packed and colour-coded with shoes for just about every occasion—barring, of course, any occasion takes place in the spring or summer, because Rogers apparently only has room to keep two seasons’ worth of goodies on display. Who said wealth didn’t have limitations? See more of Suzanne Rogers’ closet after the jump.
It’s a Barbie playhouse tea party: An antique place setting with bright pink quilted Chanel handbags is the perfect place for guests to rest their feet after touring the closet grounds. It’s hardly the only place we found handbags in this home—they’re spilling out from behind every nook and cranny.
Pat Benatar has nothing on these jackets: Among Rogers’ “rocker chic” jacket collection, she highlights a selection of Balmain crystal-detailed coats, but we think they look more ladies-who-lunch than Courtney Love. Call us crazy, but when we thought rock ’n’ roll, we thought of her Christopher Kane jacket collection.
The pastels that shook the world: From pink to periwinkle, Rogers’ shoe collection features heavyweights like Yves Saint Laurent, Nicholas Kirkwood and Brian Atwood. Her bright and bubbly personality is well represented: “I will wear bright colours even when I’m 90,” she says. If only this were the sole concern of our lives.
Call this display the perks of being a high-profile fundraiser, philanthropist and heir to the Rogers fortune. At least Rogers’ soul-crushing collection is carefully assembled to reflect her perfect public image (the whole photo shoot is overtly staged; where are the strewn panties or the outfit from last night’s party in a ball on the floor?). For someone of means, this is a high standard. For everyone else, there’s MasterCard.
I have say wow!
May 18, 2011 at 11:47 am | by Design PeepsWhat an incredible closet, thanks for the inside look.
This lady is likely the queen of fashion for Canada.
Hat’s off to her!
Wow this piece is just plain nasty. Why all the catty remarks along with two references to her underwear and one to porn?
May 18, 2011 at 11:48 am | by Johanne TummonThis is fashion at its extreme – what did you expect to find in Suzanne Roger’s closest?
What’s with all the negativity towards a woman who does such great things for charity? The Coveteur showcases extraordinary ladies and their extraodinary closets….good for them! Mrs. Roger’s heart is 10 times bigger and more fabulous than her closet…..leave her alone!
May 18, 2011 at 12:13 pm | by LindsayDo you have some fanatical obsession with Suzanne Rogers? There is no one you write more about. Does your company have some sort of envy with the Rogers? Hopefully one day they will own you and we won’t have to read this garbage any more.
May 18, 2011 at 12:53 pm | by MargaretYou have completly taken out of context a lovely piece done by The Covetuer on Suzanne. Shame on you. She is a stylish woman who actually does something with fashion and represents Canada in a positive ‘fashionable light’. What is this obsession with her and what she has?? All of us would love to have what she does and most of us sit and watch with admiration; the rest of you can’t stand what she has and that is the core of all of this..pure envy.
May 18, 2011 at 1:20 pm | by Jill PhelpsWhat is wrong with you people? Here is a woman who brings some colour to the fashion landscape of Canada and is featured in a prominent website that has such few Canadians in it and you write this??? You try and bring our own down instead of praising and applauding their position in the international fashion scene? Really? This woman brought some heavy hitters of fashion to Canada and gave Toronto a fashion boost mixed with some great charitable causes; who else has done that?? No one. Her closet and fashion sense is stunning; your commentary is disgusting.
May 18, 2011 at 5:43 pm | by Evan DavidFor years I’ve watched those who are incredibly jealous and envious of Suzanne attempt to rip her to shreds with these online blogs. I’m just so sick of it.
First — it is truly disgusting. I echo your sentiments, Evan David!
Second — I often wonder if all the negative remarks come from one person. The person I am thinking of should really get a new hobby or at the very least seek some professional help – you need it! That person might also consider eating something every so often rather than starving herself. Just a thought!
Most importantly: Suzanne Rogers is an incredible woman. She has a passion for fashion and there is nothing wrong with that! Fashion is a form of art and self expression. Those who know Suzanne know she is extremely down to earth, playful, colorful and sweet – much like the items which fill her closet. Indeed it is Suzanne’s passion which has benefited many charitable causes. As a fellow Canadian, I couldn’t be more proud of Suzanne.
May 18, 2011 at 6:58 pm | by JacobI saw the photos on The Covetuer and they are truly beathtaking and beautiful. Her posting is by far the most impressive. Rogers has incredible taste and style. She is a Canadian who does stand out for her individual style. I do hope she is wearing pink when she is 90; I am sure she will be stylish even then. Good for you Suzanne – you really do have some fans!!
May 18, 2011 at 8:39 pm | by DLWhat can we do about people that really have nothing better to do but comment on others who are working hard to bring the best of fashion for the love of giving.
Dear Suzanne, I want to be the one to thank you for all the good things that you are doing, you are amazing, and keep going girl!!
May 18, 2011 at 8:56 pm | by DLThe Coveteur is an original high end fashion website; it portrays some really fabulous women/men in their respective fashion fields. It is not surprising that Rogers was a feature and by all accounts the best posting as of yet.she really blew everyone else away. Rogers looks stunning and has a wonderful accurate profile. What’s up Toronto Life? You are way out of line…..
May 19, 2011 at 9:15 am | by AKAThis woman is like a train wreck – you can’t help but look. Once again Toronto Life showcases the glitz and glamour. If she’s such a wonderful, generous person, then why isn’t TL showing that side of her? This article does nothing but make her look like a spoiled brat. In a time when real people and families are stuggling to stay afloat we’re taking a peak into an excessively over-indulged socialite’s closet? Give me a break!
May 19, 2011 at 10:30 am | by GabrielleHmm…Dear author of this ridiculous write up…you hide behind an article and await to bash a woman of high integrity and class. I wander who pays you to do this? It is truly amazing how endlessly and desperately you sit and wait to find something to pick on about a wonderful woman as Suzanne Rogers!! Why didn’t you write about “Suzanne Rogers presents Marchesa”? The gala and fashion show she hosted on May 5, 2011 that raised $925,000 for children’s charities including the Herbie Fund, the Children’s Aid Foundation, the Rose Home for Children in New Delhi and the Sarah Ferguson Foundation.Oh yes..Pardon me “author” you wouldn’t dare say something nice and truthful because people like yourself and “Gabrielle” are nasty and jealous humans!!
May 19, 2011 at 3:24 pm | by RedSuzanne…your beautiful inside and out…keep up the great work!
my apologies…The “Suzanne Rogers presents Marchesa” event was April 5, 2011…
May 19, 2011 at 3:38 pm | by RedYo Dave,
These comments are hilarious. I guess you really overstepped your bounds on this article. I personally see no problem with investing a lot of money on your wardrobe, and I am guilty of doing it too. Of course, I’m a grad student and get payed less than the poverty line after tuition so my expenses are considerably less. Maybe if she invested her money in something more frivolous like dinosaur eggs it would be less of a touchy subject. Keep up the good work bro.
P.S. I hear she illegally downloads mp3s. What’s up with that?
May 19, 2011 at 5:52 pm | by Harry GorillaI think Mrs Rogers has an incredible fashion collection and I am so glad she chose to share it with us. Who doesn’t enjoy taking a peek of someone’s closet? I’m sure each of the items that Mrs. Rogers showcased has a story behind it. Mrs. Rogers has also said in the past that she has many outfits which she plans to auction off and donate to charities, so why all the negativity? Tell me, Dave, what actions of your own stand to benefit humanity?
May 19, 2011 at 11:16 pm | by Richard