The unofficial start of summer next weekend marks not only the opening of cottages/summer homes and open toe shoes, but also being “officially” allowed to wear white as someone who isn’t a bride, flower girl or child taking her first communion. Little white dresses seem to be everywhere this season, and are, in a way, […]
Tag: shopping
Kate Middleton and ‘Mall Brands’
So even though Kate Middleton wore Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen at her wedding (let’s hope this means sleeves are coming back – you know how hard it was for me to find a dress that covered my shoulders?), the newly minted Duchess of Cambridge has been seen wearing not couture, but clothes from stores […]
Product Review: Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow and Mood Boosting Blush
When I first laid eyes on this product I thought it was so cute and knew I had to try it out. The packaging of this blush is great, it’s a good weight (didn’t feel light and cheap), there is a mirror enclosed and there is a flip up compartment where the brush is contained. […]
Bloggers at the Bay
Several bloggers particpiated in a documentary shot at the White Space at The Bay Queen Street on Wednesday afternoon. Particpiating blogs included For Those About to Shop, A la Mode: Fusion of Effects as well as With Love Gabrielle. Some pictures: Isabel from Hipster Musings (right) being interviewed Laura (left) from For Those About to Shop […]
Pink Nail Polish: Is it for Boys?
Preppy-ish retailer, J.Crew recently posted a picture of President and Creative Director painting her son’s toenails hot pink. This has caused a lot of uproar among conservatives – a psychiatrist wrote on Fox News’ website that it was “a dramatic example of the way that our culture is being encouraged to abandon all trappings of […]
Webitor’s Pick From Her Closet: Pleated Skirt from Jacob
Tired of the pencil skirt? Here’s an affordable office piece ($69.90) that can be dressed up or down. Looking for something to wear to a semi-casual office? Pair it with a basic cowl t-shirt and cute pumps. More formal? Basic exchange the t-shirt with a white dress shirt and some accessories. Add a sweater if […]
Holt Renfrew Doorman Let Go!
I was shocked to learn from the Toronto Star that Tom Hargitai, the friendly scruffy-ish-looking doorman at the Holt Renfrew store on Bloor has been let go. People in this city familiar with him either love him or they don’t. Some like the fact that he is very friendly and welcoming – a brand ambassador so […]
Bloor Street: Three Empty Store Fronts….What’s Going Where?
Toronto’s Bloor Street currently has three empty storefronts. One used to be Lululemon (now on Cumberland), another Feet First and one which used to be Noir (which closed down a few years ago). There is also a huge space next to the church, just east of Avenue Road. With several stores scheduled to land by the end […]
Leaside Welcomes Marshalls!
Cynthia Cheng Mintz Marshalls has opened in Canada! The first three stores, all in the Toronto area, opened today, March 17 in Leaside, Scarborough (Warden Road) and Woodbridge (Weston Road). DelectablyChic! had the wonderful opportunity to attend the media event yesterday at the Leaside store, which included a store tour as well as a visit […]
The Bay Bringing TopShop/TopMan to Canada!
Cynthia Cheng Mintz According to this report in the Toronto Star, TopShop (above picture is of the Oxford Street flagship location in London) will be opening in Canada. The Bay has secured franchising rights to the brand name and there’ll be both standalone stores as well as locations within the Bay, with the first store […]