On Comparing Android and Apple Devices

A few days ago, IFB (Independent Fashion Bloggers) published a post on the iPhone versus the latest HTC DROID, an Android-operated device.  I was a little bit astounded at the fact that I was the only one who mentioned that comparing the two is apples to oranges (no pun intended) rather than apples to apples, […]

Petite Fashion Challenge 18: Date Night

This month’s Petite Fashion Challenge hosted by Easy Petite Looks asks us to: IMPRESS OUR DATES (i.e. put an outfit together for “date night” with the significant other or a girls’ night out). The outfit below, purchased at White House Black Market at a recent trip to Rochester (my first time at the store!), this […]

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MEGUMI-O Asian Fit Sunglasses

I recently received a pair of MEGUMI-O “Asian Fit” sunglasses as a gift from designer Megumi Hosogai.  The glasses, with its huge, rock star style shape, were inspired by those sported by the late First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onasis and made to fit those who have trouble with “standard” glasses due to the frames touching […]

Maple Sugar Spelt Banana Bread

This  was inspired by the banana bread recipe in Ross Dobson’s book (a great cookbook, I might add – full of delicious recipes made from beans, lentils and other good things), but modified to make it my own.  In fact, several of the ingredients – the flour, vegetable oil and sugar – were replaced with […]

What to See and Do in Paris

First, I must start by saying, this was my first over-sea’s trip in almost four years. Work has kept me very busy traveling in Canada and occasionally the US. My worries of trying to navigate myself around a city that I had never been to was, as for most people somewhat worry-some considering my trip […]

Wedding Series Part III: The Wedding Day

DelectablyChic! is excited to present its 3rd Annual Summer Bridal feature, this time a four part series on Wedding Prep, Make Up & Beauty Must-Haves for the 2012 Summer Bride, The Wedding Day, as well as Wedding Related Ideas.  Last week, we discussed Make Up & Beauty Must-Haves for the 2012 Summer Bride and today […]

Homegrown Boutique Celebrates First Birthday

The Yorkville area boutique which carries items from new and established Canadian designers like Rachel Sin, Sarah Stevenson and others celebrated its one year anniversary last night with a bash at Epique Lounge, just steps away from the store.  Some items from the store were showcased on dress forms and there were some delicious cookies […]

Thoughs on Nordstrom Possibly Coming to Toronto

While the rumour about Nordstrom opening in Ottawa, Vancouver and Calgary have been around for months, the Sherway rumour is newer – and a pleasant surprise, as Torontonians were wondering why their city was not on the list.  The mall itself, however, is a surprise, as these days, everything seems to be opening at Yorkdale.  […]

Thoughts on Designers’ ‘Affordable Lines’ and Collaborations

Yesterday, US-based designer Jason Wu announced a more affordable line, Miss Wu, which will exclusively be available at Nordstrom stores and online (great news for international fans!).  This line, according to WWD, will feature both ready-to-wear pieces, with accessories being added at a later date. Source: wwd.com via WWD on Pinterest   A look from […]

‘Bachelorette’ On a Budget: Maynard’s Fashion Must-Haves

Okay okay, so Emily Maynard has a meer $350,000 fashion budget this season on the Bachelorette- but believe it or not, there are a few key pieces that are in a not-so-ordinary girl, with an ordinary-pocket book’s, price range. On her date with Chris, Maynard scaled the outside of a building, and she did it […]