Target is Coming to Canada

Apparently, they are going to take over more than 100 Zellers stores in the country, starting in 2013. Exact locations are yet to be determined. A Target store in Hawaii    So Canadians, what do you think of this?  Will you shop there?  Do you already go to Target when you cross-border shop?  I’m not too sure what to think […]

Sunset Grill Opens on Bloor Street

Cynthia Cheng Mintz I was saddened to hear about the closure of Le Pain Quotidien on Yonge North of Bloor.  However, it seems that a “replacement” has quickly sprung up.  While Sunset Grill does not have the trendiness of a Euro-inspired communal table type restaurant, it is a great place, for a so-called “lazy Sunday […]

The Atrix: Motorola’s Big Comeback?

Other than their Droid phone, Motorola‘s been relatively quiet these past few years, especially after their Razr2 failed to sell. However, they are set to launch another Android powered smartphone that has generated quite a bit of buzz at the CES. Video from Phonearena.com The phone has 1G RAM (yes, like a netbook!) and even has […]

H&M/Blogger Collaboration Line!

This has apparently been a rumour for years, but it’s finally coming true.  Swedish style blogger Elin Kling is collaborating with H&M for the next designer collection, to be available in early February.  The look is said to be minimalist and work appropriate and look amazing, despite the lack of bold colours (at least from […]

House of Hsueh Giveaway!-EXTENDED to February 7! RECIPIENT TO BE ANNOUNCED WEDNESDAY!

Giveaway has now closed. Look for our announcement on Wednesday! Thanks to all who entered.  Remember the clutch I had in the last Petite Fashion Challenge? Well, Shorty Stories (in collaboration with DelectablyChic!) will be giving the bag away! This gorgeous red clutch by House of Hsueh with blue birds makes a great clutch for […]

Sitting Down with Jessica Biffi

Christopher Massardo Jessica Biffi (above) is a name that should at least ring a bell and if for some reason to you it doesn’t, pick up a magazine, turn on the television or check out one of Canada’s latest runways, because she is everywhere. Jessica was gracious enough to take time from her very busy schedule […]

Blackberry Playbook at the CES and Reactions

RIM has released a new video with CES (Consumer Electronics Show) attendees’ reactions to the Playbook: Again, people seem to like the Playbook, especially its ability to multitask, but one thing I really hope RIM would address soon is:  What about the apps?  What kind of apps would the Playbook run (besides the obviously important ones […]

From Smartbride Boutique: 2011 Wedding Trend: Luxurious Textures

Many 2011 wedding trend predictions are coming out these days. Our favorites are the ones that have to do with wedding dresses of course! In 2011 luxurious texture will be all the range when it comes to wedding dresses, with 4 texture trends: (to read about these trends and more, please visit Smartbride Boutique)

Joe Fresh Opening in NY?

I can’t believe I didn’t find out until today, but affordable Canadian, fashion brand,  Joe Fresh apparently signed a lease for a stand-alone store in New York at 510 Fifth Avenue (Fifth and 43rd area).  The New York store will be the second stand-alone store.  The first opened in Vancouver in the fall of 2010. […]

Tea Time at Starbucks!

Cynthia Cheng Mintz You may have heard about Starbucks‘ recent logo makeover, which keeps the so-called “Siren,” yet taking away its name, Starbucks Coffee (the new logo is set to launch in the spring).  Maybe there’s a reason for that.  It could be that Starbucks wants to be known for more than just coffee, such as […]