Shoppers Drug Mart Launches Online Beauty Store

Shoppers Drug Mart’s beautyBOUTIQUE.ca has officially launched!  Marketing Magazine says notes that Shoppers has “entered the online shopping arena,” but they’re only half right.  Shoppers has had murale.ca for a number of years.  Brands on the Beauty Boutique site include Stila, Benefit, Smashbox and Clinique, all available at most Beauty Boutique locations.  In fact, the […]

Wedding Designer in the Spotlight: Christopher Paunil

We get up close and personal with this interview with Toronto-based leading Canadian bridal fashion designer Christopher Paunil. Here, Paunil shares his favourite tips for brides. Christopher Paunil’s gowns are available at Kleinfeld at Hudson’s Bay Queen Street in Toronto Do you have some tips for the 2015 Summer Bride? My number one tip for […]

Pop-Up Farmer’s Market at Club Monaco Yorkville

Well, not exactly a “farmer’s market” in the sense of Brickworks, but definitely delicious treats and more!  The pop-up will be outside the Club Monaco flagship store on Bloor and Avenue Road from now until mid-fall, according to the press release.  Vendors are P&L, Boxcar Social, Sweet Woodruff, Philip’s Ice Pops and The Bake Shoppe. […]

Bloggers, Previews and All That Swag…

I recently enacted a “limited swag” rule for myself when I go to previews.  Over the seven or so years I’ve been serious about blogging, I’ve gone to tons of events – mostly previews – and have received many, many bags.  Most of the time, it just stays in my office, cluttering up space and […]

Wedding Designer in the Spotlight: Alan Ta of Just Ta

DelectablyChic!‘s T. U. Dawood gets up close and personal with this interview with Montreal-based leading Canadian bridal fashion designer Alan Ta of Just Ta Designs of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Ta shares his favourite tips for brides. Alan with two models at a show TUD: Which cuts are the most flattering for women? AT: My favorite […]

J.Crew Switching Canada to Borderfree

Currently, Canadians can shop J.Crew’s clothing using a similar method as Americans, with the exception that prices include duties charged.  While the prices are in US dollars, we enjoy the same (or similar) coupon codes at the same time.  However, all this is about to change.  This morning (July 29, 2015), I received an email […]

Stores That Need to Come to Yorkville!

With all the construction in Yorkville, I’m amazed people are still coming.  But I think the nasty construction in the area is deterring some stores from opening here sooner.  That, and, of course, the lack of space (which is an issue in other parts of downtown Toronto as well).  But now that Nine West is […]

Bridal Gift Guide 2015 Part 5: DelectablyChic! 2015 Winners for Must-Takes For Your Honeymoon

DelectablyChic! is back with its highly anticipated Bridal Gift Guide Series by T. U. Dawood.  The series continues with Part V: DelectablyChic! 2015 Winners for Must-Takes For Your Honeymoon 5 Must-Takes For Your Honeymoon: We at DelectablyChic! have discovered 5 hidden gem products that are ideal to take along on your honeymoon. Shiseido 50+ WetForce Ultra […]

Je T’Aime Maman Toronto!

Those of you who work in Toronto’s financial district are in luck.  Bakery/café and SoHo favourite, Maman has opened north of the border and features delectable southern French treats.  DelectablyChic! had the opportunity to attend media event on Bastille Day where we had the opportunity to sample cocktails and some of the treats, both savoury […]

Bridal Gift Guide 2015 Part 4: How to Thank the People That Made Your Wedding So Special

DelectablyChic! is back with its highly anticipated Bridal Gift Guide Series by T. U. Dawood.  The series continues with Part IV: How to Thank the People That Made Your Wedding So Special Finally, your big day is over and you can enjoy your time with your Groom.  However, don’t forget to thank those who helped make your […]