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American Apparel Rummage Sale

24 November, 2009 Nelia

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Thanks to Joey from American Apparel for letting me know about the American Apparel Toronto Rummage Sale. Sounds like good deals all around, if you are there early enough that is. Nothing priced over $50 is pretty amazing! If you are looking to stock up on some basics, don’t forget to check it out this Friday and Saturday. No cover charge! Don’t forget the padding, it might get rough!

AMERICAN APPAREL TORONTO RUMMAGE SALE
Up to 85% off! No items priced over $50!

590 King St. West [King & Portland]
FRIDAY, November 27th, 2009: 10am – 9pm
SATURDAY, November 28th, 2009: 10am – 9pm
SUNDAY, November 29th, 2009: 10am – 7pm

FREE Admission.
Cash, Credit and Debit accepted

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Photo Credits: American Apparel

Events, Fashion, Freebies, Shopping American Apparel, Freebies, Sale, Shopping, Toronto

Yorkdale Is Me: YouTube Video

20 November, 2009 Nelia

Wednesday was a fantastic day! Thursday not so much. Friday? Hoping for a golden middle. There’s only 10 days of voting left and I am sure a lot of you are burnt out by now. Tired of voting, tired of seeing my mug shot every time you come to visit Style Blog, tired of my constant self-promotion? Sorry and thank you all endlessly! The efforts are most certainly appreciated, every single one of you that is voting…I am thankful!

Well, I’ve been #1, #2, and now #3 over the weeks, and the competition is most definitely fierce! I think everyone really, really wants to win this! And why wouldn’t they? VIP passes to fashion week??? $1000 to spend at Yorkdale Mall??? Parking spot??? YES, PLEASE! So I’m still holding out hope that I’ll pull through in the last week with some solid help from you all!

The above video is the latest effort to make this a fun and funny experience not only for the contestants, but for everyone that’s voting! You know what Haka is, right? And seriously, every time you see “Nelia” in the subtitles, if you listen closely, you’ll hear those New Zealanders saying my name.

So guys, don’t forget to vote for me when you’re bored, when you’ve got nothing better to do, when you’re in the bathroom playing with your phone, when you’re waiting for a bus, when you’re on the Internet reading gossip blogs (you know you do), and when you’re on the couch watching TV. Vote online: http://yorkdaleisme.com/profile/nelia/ or via your mobile phone 113 to #22333 (free if you have unlimited texting). Voting is unlimited, so vote as many times as you possibly can. Another way to show your support is by viewing my eyesore of a video and commenting on it and rating it (5*s will do). Also, don’t forget to stop by Yorkdale Mall and say “hello” to my poster. I really do appreciate all of your support! Thank you so much!

Events, La Vie, Random Haka, Toronto, Yorkdale, Yorkdale Is Me

Yorkdale Is Me: The Video

14 November, 2009 Nelia

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Oh great, the dreaded video is out. And with it comes a list of excuses for the excessive eye-rolling and sounding like a valley girl. First of all, the primal fear in my eyes, is a result of being nervous as hell. Second of all, even though I had a few minutes to prepare what I was going to say, the words escaped me at the last second, and I was left scrambling to remember the witticisms. I also completely forgot to include “world peace” in the list of things I like. If it was on everyone’s list, the world would be a better place. And lastly, just in case you were confused, the “Chinese-Japanese” and the “Confucius” comments are not proof that I was drunk or crazy (though Mark, the cameraman certainly thought so), they were “borrowed” from the little gem below. So all in all, here’s my Yorkdale Is Me video. You are allowed to make fun of me, but only if you vote at least a 100 times. Vote for Nelia!

Events, Random Contest, Toronto, Yorkdale, Yorkdale Is Me

Linda Lundström Spring 2010 Trunk Show

13 November, 2009 Nelia

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Totally forgot to let you guys know, that Linda Lundström, designer known for her famous coat Laparka, will be making a personal appearance at Eleven Boutique this coming Saturday, November 14th 10am-6pm! You can also check out her Spring 2010 collection preview at 116 Cumberland St. in Toronto November 13 and 14!

Photo Credits: www.where.ca

Events, Fashion, Shopping Eleven Boutique, Linda Lundström, Shopping, Spring 2010, Toronto

Yorkdale is Me: Thank You!

6 November, 2009 Nelia

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The posters for the Yorkdale is Me contest are now up at Yorkdale Mall! I really like mine, because I am actually smiling, which reflects my personality much better. Hope that the judges look at that one, instead of the one on the website. I know, it must sound quite vain, but the pic on the voting site really bugged me.

The first week of voting is almost up, and I am so very happy to be in the lead so far. There’s still 3 more weeks of voting ahead, so it’s likely that I won’t be getting much sleep this month. And while everyone has been absolutely amazing, helping me get to the top, a few special thanks are in order to the people that are helping me with my promotional efforts!

Monica of Beauty Parler wrote a cute post on her site, endorsing yours truly! Thanks so much, pretty lady!
http://www.beautyparler.ca/2009/11/yorkdale-isnelia-vote.html

The wonderful folks at Toronto Tourism News, also wrote an article about the contest, mentioning that I am their favorite! It means a lot, guys! Thank you!
http://tourism.to/index.php/item/66

Sharon of Backseat Stylers, a huge thanks to you as well for the support and an awesome post! Us, fashionable finance chicks need to stick together!
http://backseatstylers.blogspot.com/2009/11/yorkdale-is.html

And last, but not least, many thanks to Fira and Capa for their help in promoting the Yorkdale is Me contest!
http://firaandcapa.blogspot.com/2009/11/yorkdale-is-nelia-vote-for-our.html

Thanks to all of those that are voting! Your support means so much! Truly.

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Events, Fashion, La Vie, What I Wore Contest, What I Wore, Yorkdale, Yorkdale Is Me

Vote for Nelia in Yorkdale Is Me Contest!

1 November, 2009 Nelia

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So after a couple of weeks of waiting, the site is finally up! And thankfully, the dreaded video isn’t there! Phew…dodged a bullet! So guys, if you like this blog, please vote for Nelia at www.yorkdaleisme.com. I would really, really appreciate it! Not loving my photo on the site, I look a bit pissed off or something – very unlike my perky self. Oh well…what are you going to do, right? Maybe I can head on over to Yorkdale mall and draw a little smiley face on my poster? What do you think? So yeah…VOTE FOR NELIA! Because if you’re voting for me, you’re voting for World Peace!

PS. You can vote an unlimited number of times, just have to wait a couple of seconds, refresh and then click Vote Now again! You can also join my Facebook Group VOTE FOR NELIA for Yorkdale is Me (couldn’t change the title), and follow me on Twitter to see the latest updates. Thanks so much to all of you for the support!!!

Photo Credits: Property of Yorkdale.com

Events, Fashion, Random Yorkdale, Yorkdale Is Me

Foodie: The Macallan Tasting

28 October, 2009 Nelia

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When Matchstick reps asked me if I was interested in a Scotch tasting event, I was a bit iffy, since I am not big on alcohol. I drink an occasional Candy Apple Martini or a Corona, but I’m definitely not into hard liquors. Fortunately, my friends were, so this week we went to One Hazelton to taste some spirits and mingle with other Scotch enthusiasts.

Having walked in knowing virtually nothing about Scotch, as promised by our wonderful host Mark, we left equipped with more than basic understanding of how to pick your drink, how to savour and enjoy it, and even how to smell it correctly! We tasted Macallan 10, 12, 15, 18, and 21 years old. And each, surprisingly, did taste different with various notes from chocolate to vanilla to dried fruit, hitting our taste buds. My favorite of the night was Macallan 12 years old,  matured in sherry oak casks from Jerez, Spain. It was the smoothest of the bunch, with a sweet toffee finish. Al’s favorite was Macallan 18, followed by the 12 as well. The food was quite delicious as well, with yummy appetizers passes around the room. So to us, the evening was a great success! Because I really don’t know how any alcohol lover could ever leave without at least becoming curious about the Macallan brand, seeing how they seem so focused on creating a best-tasting Single Malt.

If this sounds interesting to you or your friends, you can also enjoy an evening of Scotch, food, and a bit of history by registering here: www.celebratethemacallan.ca. I’d suggest that you do it sooner than later, because these usually book up quite fast. Enjoy and drink responsibly!

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That’s me taking a photo of Al holding her glass.

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That was a super cool gadget that turns ice cubes into ice balls! Apparently ice balls don’t melt as fast, thus keeping your Scotch cool and water-free!

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More photos after the jump!

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Events, Foodie Foodie, Macallan Scotch, One Hazelton, Toronto

LG Fashion Week: Barbie by David Dixon

27 October, 2009 Nelia

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After the short beer/wine intermission between the David Dixon and Barbie collections, the show had to go on! Barbie by David Dixon show that is. As I already unboxed my Sassy Barbie-friend, all three of us (Barbie, Al and I) were watching intently as the inspiration for the Spring collection played before our eyes. Apparently, one of Dixon’s fave movies – “Funny Face” with Audrey Hepburn, inspired his designs this year. An avid Hepburn fan, I almost squealed with delight when the movie clips were shown (unfortunately sans Audrey). And while the prelude to the show had me eager to see the clothes, the collection itself left me a bit disappointed.

“Think Pink” indeed. I guess what else do you expect from a Barbie collection, right? Lots of pink, polka dots, and Barbie-appropriate office clothing. It was all way too girlie for my taste, though it was right up Al’s alley. She wasn’t a fan of Dixon’s signature collection, but loved the Barbie-inspired one. We even got to see a couple of Kens strutting their stuff!

But for me, the most exciting part of the show by far was…the models’ walks. Not to be mean, but most of the girls weren’t able to walk straight. As you can see, the models wore black socks with their black peep toe pumps. And it looked like the shoes they wore were either extremely uncomfortable or too big. As far as esthetics go, I am not at all a fan of that look, but seeing the models teeter-tottering and straining to keep their shoes from falling off, made us fear that another Prada-like sock-gate would happen as I watched the front row attendees (including Rick Mercer and Fashion Television’s Jeanne Beker) looking intently at models’ feet, instead of the collection.

All in all, David Dixon’s signature line was my fave, while Al preferred the Barbie collection. After the show, we even got to pose in our own Barbie-like boxes! And though I didn’t love that LG Fashion Week moved away from its usual Nathan Phillips Square location, I still felt that this year’s events were bigger and better than last! Here’s hoping that Canadian fashion industry will continue to grow and improve. Obviously, it’s not New York Fashion Week, and LG tent is not comparable to the Bryant Park ones, but Toronto is where the heart is for me, and that makes Toronto Fashion Week just as special!

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Special Thanks to GCI Group for this year’s invitations!

Events, Fashion Barbie, David Dixon, LG Fashion Week, Toronto

LG Fashion Week: David Dixon

27 October, 2009 Nelia

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Was so happy to have made it to the David Dixon show last week! Did not really have any kind of expectations, and as a result really loved a lot of the pieces. Dixon’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection inspired by the “Hanging Gardens of Babylon” was flowy, feminine, and fun! And since Al managed to snag two second row seats, we had a prime view of the collection! Loved the lime green cocktail dresses and the silky skirts all would look amazing at wedding receptions! See, I still can’t stop thinking about what to wear to the January wedding of my friend! Well, if Dixon’s designs will be available before January (unlikely, but one can hope), I’ll definitely be trying them on as one of the alternatives!

So to finish off, I really liked David Dixon’s signature collection. Even loved some of the pieces. Dresses were definitely my style, modern and flirty. Plus, to me it was one of the stronger collections this year – less theatrics, and more focus on the actual clothes. Andy Thê-Anh is still my favorite Canadian designer, but David Dixon just became a close second!

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Events, Fashion David Dixon, Jeanne Beker, LG Fashion Week, Rick Mercer, Spring 2010, Toronto

LG Fashion Week: Mattel Media Event

26 October, 2009 Nelia

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Seems so soon, but LG Fashion Week is now officially over! I was planning on attending a few events this fall, but unfortunately, due to the insanity that was my life last week, I only had time (and energy) for one! Thanks to the lovely GCI people for inviting Al and I to the Mattel Media Presentation, as well as both David Dixon and Barbie by David Dixon fashion shows.

The media presentation focused on the launch of the new line of poseable Fashionista Barbie dolls, as well as a new (old?) Barbie dance, and of course, the David Dixon for Barbie collection. Barbies everywhere! And appropriately enough, Al and I each received a Barbie doll in our goodie bags! Man, was I ever happy to get my hands on one! Mine was Sassy and Al’s was Wild! And while I can see the issues that others bring up about Barbie’s impossible body, if I had to choose between a sleazy Bratz doll and a Barbie, the latter would win every time! Plus, I played with Barbies when I was a kid, and I turned out just fine. So while Al had the patience to keep her doll intact, I ripped it out of the packaging the moment I had a chance to sit down! It had brown hair, just like me! Score!

But as much as we loved our dolls, the Barbie dance…well, it wasn’t something that I enjoyed. And the dancers didn’t seem to enjoy the corny moves either. We all know the “I’m a Barbie girl” song, right? Well, the introduction of the “new” dance to the old song just seemed a bit forced and not at all necessary. The moves weren’t anything new or exciting and I was actually a bit embarrassed for the dancers, but they did their thing, so I guess we can give them an “A” for effort?

After the presentation, we were escorted to the David Dixon fashion show, where Al and I managed to score a couple of second row seats despite the packed showroom! Thanks Mattel! David Dixon’s “Hanging Gardens of Babylon” show review is next!

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Apparently, if I were a Barbie, I’d be Sassy!

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Check out the stylish Backseat Stylers, rocking an H&M dress with Loub booties! Hotness! Love the army (?) boots too!

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Events, Fashion, What I Wore Barbie, David Dixon, LG Fashion Week, Toronto, What I Wore

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