Room 152 (152 Portland Street) Some of the stock is second-hand, but they also have a lot of never worn sample sizes. Plenty of brand names at brand name prices. A summery Philip 3.1 silk dress is $200, Marc Jacobs leather bag is $250. Women’s only. Good for: Those who love designer labels, but at […]
Penelope’s Boutique
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Take that, construction zone, Penelope’s is open
All signs point to the block of Cunard Street between Maynard and Agricola being closed—it’s fenced in, barricaded and accessorized with neon orange signs and pylons. The second stage of the North Park roundabout roadwork is what’s shut down the corner and part of Agricola Street, but behind the racket and the obstacle course Penelope’s […]
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Two years for Penelope’s
Penelope’s Boutique (5685 Cunard Street, 420-9164) is turning two this Saturday, April 6. To celebrate, the second-hand women’s shop is inviting customers to take advantage of last-chance winter discounts and get an early peak at the new spring collection. The vintage-inspired store, which buys and sells gently used clothing, opened in 2010 and sells everything […]
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A year of Penelope’s
Penelope’s Boutique (5685 Cunard Street, 420-9164) is celebrating its one year anniversary from April 10-15 by giving you the chance to get 5 to 50 percent off your purchases, with door prizes to boot. You can find a fine, eclectic selection of vintage footwear, clothing, accessories and jewellery in this little place. The store has […]
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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 […]