Congrats to Book of Joe, a cafe/bookstore/vintage nook at the Harbourview Market in Dartmouth, on enjoying a year in business. Book of Joe has also partnered with Fancy Lucky Vintage to bring vintage fashion to the market, which has earned it a favourable comparison to the late, lamented Barrington Street fashion destination Junk & Foibles, […]
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Dakini Silks & Things opening party
Dakini Silks & Things (1528 Brunswick Street, 719-3105, 405-7497) is having its grand opening party this Friday, May 27, from 5-8pm at its new space inside Spree Designer Market, upstairs from Steve-O-Reno’s Brunswick location. The store is the new venture by Katherine Munro, who will be selling “recycled, vintage, reclaimed and hand made clothing and […]
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Banana Republic to open in Dartmouth Crossing
Shoptalk has learned that Banana Republic will open a factory outlet store in Dartmouth Crossing this summer. For those of you getting tired of Gap and Old Navy, you’ll now be able to shop at the third store in the US fashion empire. (All are owned by Gap Inc.) No word on exact opening dates […]
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Boutique Joliette Saturday spring fashion showcase
Peter Bauer, the award-winning silver artist, and Halifax fashion designer Susan Johnston will launch their collections for Spring 2011 at a one-day showcase at Boutique Joliette (1870 Hollis Street, 405-4057) Saturday, May 14, 10am to 6pm. “So Much Shimmer”—Bauer’s new line of jewellery—“is distinctly feminine, sparkling and very wearable,” says Boutique Joliette owner Alexis Mahoney. […]
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MAKENEW Sale
Anna Gilkerson , who made waves with her eco-fashion line DeuxFM, is back with a new label, MAKENEW, which you’ll be able to find at a sale this Friday, May 13 at Love, Me Boutique (1539 Birmingham Street, 444-3668) from 5-7pm. The new collection, called Country Grafik, features 70’s and 90’s inspired silhouettes, the layering […]
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Tammachat spring show 2011
After spending four months in Thailand and Laos, Tammachat Natural Textiles (902-624-0427, tammachat.com) are back in the city to celebrate Mother’s Day and World Fair Trade Day in style. The Dress Up Spring sale takes place at the Council of Woman’s House, 989 Young Avenue from 10am-5pm, May 7 and 8, with 25 percent off […]
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Boutique Joliette hosts bridal show
Boutique Joliette (1870 Hollis Street, 405-4057) is hosting Petals & Pearls, a one day bridal trunk show showcasing bridal and bridesmaid jewellery and accessories by local designers Vive Jewelry and LouLouBell. Brides are invited to bring their dress, photos, and/or fabric swatches to help coordinate their outfits for that special day. Brides are also encouraged […]
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Megan Forte at Love, Me
Looking to get a head start on a gift for Mom? Jewellery designer Megan LeForte will be having a trunk sale at Love, Me Boutique (1539 Birmingham Street, 444-3668) this Saturday, April 16, 11am – 1pm. Pieces from LeForte’s collection, Stella Polaris, will be for sale, as well as pieces of it. Literally. LeForte will […]
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Twice Upon a Time offers recycled joy
Amanda Langley is a mother of two and started Twice Upon a Time a few months ago as a means for parents such as herself to buy inexpensive, “gently worn” handmade clothes for their kids. A huge fan of thrift stores, she hand-picks top-notch used clothes from around the city, washes, repairs and alters them to create one-of-a-kind pieces of her own. Interested buyers can find her online store at etsy.com/shop/langleal. For those who don’t know, Etsy.com is a global community of self-employed designers dedicated to crafting incomparable handmade goods. Clothes, buttons, belts, jewellery, books, toys and more are uniquely
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Heroine’s trunk shows continue
After three years in the Creative Crossing building, Heroine has closed its Charles Street doors. The Halifax fashion boutique run by Jodi Manley will move its trunk show series to the new art and event space at 2053 Gottingen, known simply as 2053. Here’s the designer schedule for this spring’s trunk shows, starting next weekend: […]
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Penelope’s Boutique opens
Opening April 2 at 5685 Cunard Street—the former location of Pretty Things Boutique, just off the Commons—is Penelope’s Boutique (420-9164, penelopesconsignmentclothing.ca). The brainchild of Penny MacAuley, it’s a high-end women’s consignment store, carrying the work of local designers, accessories and select vintage items. Check them out if you need minor alterations done, or become a […]
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Longchamps Paris at Foreign Affair
We’ve just learned that as of today, bags by hot international accessory designer Longchamps Paris is available at both locations of Foreign Affair (1705 Barrington Street, 429-1407 and 5639 Spring Garden Road, 423-6676). Products available include le pliage canvas handbags in a selection of sizes and spring colours (see image). They run from $145 to […]