So this is Christmas... shopping. I've been mourning hibernating chilling for the last couple of weeks, but suddenly the holidays are here again, and there are a million and one things to do. And as the very wise Fernando from SNL once proclaimed, "Daaah-ling, it is much better to look good, than … [Read more...]
Holiday Spirit Watch: 2012
OK, since my last Scroogey post about the impending holiday season I have:1. Finished all of my Christmas shopping2. Put up our tree and decorated it3. Baked eight dozen Cranberry Bliss bars for a cookie exchange and came home with a wonderful array of goodies for the season and,4. Had Bailey's in … [Read more...]
‘Tis the Season (for dreaded Holiday Shopping)!
I have always LOVED the Holidays. I am one of those closet Christmas freaks who turns on the Carols in November, relishes the Holiday decorations at the mall and smiles my way through the Santa Claus parade. However, one thing I tend to dread is Holiday shopping. The crowds, the pressure and the … [Read more...]
The Unveiling & The Next Generation
It is love at first sight. The first mention of the expansion of the Yorkdale Shopping Centre heard squeals of joy across the city. It had many playing the guessing game of what retailers will be joining the already stellar line up of retail offerings. Yorkdale is the mecca of shopping malls for … [Read more...]
Original. Creative. One of a Kind Holiday Gifts.
Have you started your holiday shopping yet? We are in full-swing of gift buying season and the ideas are coming in fast and furious! There are some people on my list, like my sister-in-law, Paule, who I love getting more unique items for. She's very much into design and a very creative person so it … [Read more...]
Introducing a brand new Canadian retailer!
There's been so much hype about U.S. retailers taking over our malls. We gladly welcome them for sure...but finally there's news about a Canadian operated chain that is gaining some buzz. Introducing mymark. They describe themselves as a retailer who "brings modern style and smart savings … [Read more...]
Closed: Win a Fabulous Outfit from Tilley Endurables!!
Tilley Endurables is better then ever and they want you!! Times have changed and so has fashion but one thing that hasn't changed is the commitment and quality you will receive from Tilley Endurables!! Tilley knows how to combine travel and fashion and keep it simple at the same … [Read more...]
Tilley Clothing: There and Back Again
Ok, join me for a minute. Close your eyes - well one eye, you'll need at least one to read this - and imagine a world where your clothes are multifunctional, don't require irons, can be thrown into your washer with abandon and never look worse for wear. Where is this utopia you … [Read more...]
words for wednesday- remember when a black pant was just a black pant?
I went to Buffalo with two neighbours recently for a whole 14 hours of driving and shopping and if that sounds crazy- I forgot to mention the strip search at the border Ok that didn't happen but one can always hope I wanted to get- amongst other things- a pair of BLACK PANTS I wanted them to fit … [Read more...]
From My Closet – September 29th, 2012
Yeah, so... stretchy teal cords. I've mentioned before about having trouble with colour sometimes, but this isn't like whackadoodle blue or anything... this tone is easy to wear - and it plays well with other blues, browns, and greys. (Tip: Coloured jeans or cords are a fun way to modern-up your … [Read more...]