Target Canada Shutting Down

I am NOT surprised about this.  They had a dismal holiday season and as a whole, never bothered to learn our culture.  Also, not having e-commerce DID NOT help (though us complaining about prices probably wasn’t that great either.  EVERYTHING is more expensive here, not just Target.  How come we don’t hear about people complaining […]

Coach Buys Stuart Weitzman for $574M: My Thoughts

This was announced earlier this week, but I guess that’s what you have to do when you want to be more relevant.  I mean, I haven’t bought anything from Coach in probably a year or more.  I don’t dislike the brand, and I admit that I’ve wandered into boutiques just to look.  It’s just that […]

Ted Baker Eaton Centre: Opens November 1

I had the wonderful opportunity to stop into a media preview of Toronto’s second Ted Baker store at the Eaton Centre last night before heading off to the opera.  The new store, located next to Harry Rosen on the south side of the third floor, is probably a bit smaller than the Yorkdale location.  According […]

Nili Lotan: A Delectable Line for the Chic, Sophisticated Woman

I recently had the wonderful opportunity to speak with trendy, New York-based designer Nili Lotan.  Ms. Lotan’s pieces, often celebrity favourites, target a sophisticated woman who is not only looking for classic, long-lasting style, but also comfort.  The current Fall/Winter collection is filled with loose, comfortable pieces that pair well with skinnies or leggings and […]

Holt Renfrew Ottawa and Quebec City Closing

…and honestly, I’m not surprised.  At least not with the Ottawa closing (I have never been to the Quebec City store and am unfamiliar with the city, so I can’t really comment on population and demographics).  I have only been in the store once, and was very disappointed when I visited.  Not only was it […]

Get Ready, Get Set for Shoppers Drug Mart’s 30 Days of Beauty!

    It’s time to make a shopping wish list. It’s not for back-to-school, since I don’t have kids and am only taking one continuing education course online (I graduated from university more than 10 years ago), but for beauty products. It’s nearly fall, after all, and time to replenish some favourites and maybe even […]

Online Petite-Friendly Shop: Adela Mei

Adela Mei, petite boutique, petite sizing, petite-friendly, California

Adela Mei, run by Stacy Leung and Sasha Moyer, is a California-based, online boutique with a very special focus – petite women under 5’4″.  While their pieces are, for the most part, NOT petite-exclusive (as in the clothes are not petite sized), the aim for Adela Mei is to be a one stop (or rather, […]

Five Faves from Roland Mouret for Banana Republic

The Roland Mouret for Banana Republic collection launches later this week!  The vast majority of the pieces (all dresses, skirts and pants) are in the Sloan cut, Banana Republic’s sleek, body-hugging skirts, dresses and pants, all extremely comfortable, yet professional looking.  Some of DelectablyChic!‘s favourites include: 1. Sloan Long-Sleeve Colorblock Dress in Multi: We like […]

J.Crew Brings Petite Denim and Sweaters Back for Select Styles

I just came across the news this morning (after clicking on an email from J.Crew regarding new styles).  J.Crew has NOT sold petite length denim or sweaters in at least five years.  The jeans are available only in the Reid line and have a 30″ inseam.  Sizes are the standard 24-30 and come in six […]