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Year after year, stylish knee-high boots seem to be only for the slender of leg; choices for curvier gams appear limited to uninspired shiny stretch vinyl or short, below-the-calf heights. If you're a girl in need of tall boots with a roomier fit, though, don't despair. In a determined search for the holy-boot grail this Fall, I've managed to track down a variety of brand names and a...
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Countless times I’ve looked through my closet, flipped through every single piece of clothing I own, and stomped out of my room, defeated, exclaiming ‘I have nothing to wear!’ Of course, there are things that I could wear, but the sweater I reached for is so out dated, and I can’t remember if skinny jeans are in right now – or whether it even matters.

If you can relate at all, it’s time...
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Whether you're a Mom, an auntie or buying presents for your friend's tots, it's easy to stress about finding the perfect gift for the kids. It's probably safe to say no one needs another teddy bear, so here are a few gift ideas to help get you started.

The Tiny People (birth-24 months)

Babies aren't particularly discriminating. Heck, they spend most of their days sucking on their...
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For all of you TNA lovers out there...

The new TNA store opens tomorrow afternoon on Level 1 in Toronto Eaton Centre. Get there early to grab up some new winter product and jump in line to take your pic in TNA’s first and only custom, in-store photo booth.

Check out photos of the new store on the TNA blog
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Menswear designer Philip Sparks launched his new showroom on Saturday, November 29. Located in the historic Burroughes Building at Queen and Bathurst, the fifth floor studio will be open to the public every Saturday between noon and 6 pm beginning December 6.

Select pieces from Fall 2008’s collection of coats, suiting, accessories and footwear will be available. .

The Philip Sparks menswear line...
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By now, unless you’re living under one luxurious rock, you know that economic times are tough. But, it’s the holiday season, and you still want to give the ones you love something meaningful, so what’s a girl to do? Scratch that digital camera for dad, and the cashmere sweater for sis off your list, and instead get your creative juices flowing with some economical, yet squeal-worthy gifts.

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There are so many TNA lovers on ChickAdvisor that when this popped in our mailbox we had to share:

TNA, Canada’s leading lifestyle apparel brand that fuses function with a ton of cool style has landed on the East Coast… finally! TNA’s very first flagship boutique east of Vancouver, will be arriving soon at Toronto Eaton Centre. Doors open early afternoon on Saturday, December 6th.

Nestled in...
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Retailers try to make it seem like it's so easy to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list but the truth is, it's a huge pain in the @ss! Sweating in the mall, with your heavy winter coat slung over your arm, bumping shoulders with the masses, frantically blowing your savings (or making a hefty dent on your credit card) on various whatnot so you can feel like Santa this year, with...
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With the economy in the crapper (pardon my français), shopping the sales makes more sense than ever. Many doorbusters start at 5am and better believe you'll be relying on those sharp elbows. Proper planning is essential.

Without further ado, here are some of the best deals we've noticed:

For the newly-weds...

Kenmore High-Efficiency Washer/Dryer Set
Regular Price: around $600 each
Doorbuster...
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Sweater dress, sweater dress, wherefore are thou sweater dress?

Lately I’ve been looking to jump on board the sweater dress bandwagon... I mean WHAT could be better than head to toe angora, wool or better yet, cashmere!

However, the wagon is taking off shortly and I’m still looking for the ticket counter. If I walk out of a change room wearing one more ‘tight and skimpy’ get up, I’m going...
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