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It’s Prom time.

I hate Proms, that’s why I don’t really talk about them. I went to mine (alone) and it was fun. I was so hammered during the event. Ahh, good times. Anyways, I thought I’d help you out if you are looking for a prom dress because I’ve been asked before. Ask a geek – List of formal dress stores Ask a geek – Consignment stores. These places can have some beautiful gowns and dresses. Good luck on the hunt

Ask a Geek: Aristocrat Denim in Toronto?

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want – I got reader jennifer wrote: I’m desperatly trying to find aristocrat jeans in toronto, would you know where they are sold? There is a pair i want online, (see link) but I’ve never tried on that brand so i don’t know how the size fits, if not would you know how they fit? Thanks Hi Jennifer, I don’t know of any stores in T.O. that sell aristocrat jeans. (If there are please leave a comment!) I’m surprised that Over the Rainbow doesn’t sell them. There are some stores in BC and Alberta. I personally am a little weary of buying jeans online without trying them on. However, if you find an online store with a good return policy you could get away with buying them and just returning them if they …

Ask a Geek: Boot and coat question.

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I got an interesting letter from a reader. It was interesting mostly for the awful grammer I was forced to read, it was painful. Please don’t send emails in this fashion. I want – I got reader mina wrote: hi ,how r u ur site amazing ,i want u to tell me pls ,i want to buy new boots and i want to no what i shud buy hot and trendy and in , and im going to buy a coat with leopard prints is this in this winter hope to reply as soon as psbl ,thanx!! Well Mina, I can’t tell you what is trendy because I really don’t follow that, but I can give you my opinion. I’m really into flat and ankle boots. I am also liking the thigh high boots …

Ask a Geek: Bridal on Consignment in the Greater Toronto Area – Updated May 29, 2010

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Linda wrote: Wondering if you know of any consignment/discount stores that specialize in wedding dresses. My daughter will be planning her wedding soon and I’d like to be prepared! Here are a few places I managed to track down. Bridal isn’t my thing so it’s safe to say I haven’t been to many of these places. Play It Again Val – 20 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, Ontario Paper Bag Princess – 287 Davenport Road, Toronto Ooh La La Couture – 1645 Dufferin St. Belo Fashions – 946 Bloor St. West, Toronto – Currently having their big sale Divine Decadence Originals – 136 Cumberland Street, Upper Floor Toronto UPDATE (May 29, 2010) Gown and Glory Consignment Boutique. Be sure to check my list of consignment shops also. You never know …

Ask a Geek: “Stuff” Host Position

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Alex wrote: Hello, My name is Alex Cierpicki and I am a Casting Assistant for a company called Magee TV. We produce a variety of shows for Slice, HGTV and W Networks. I am contacting you because we are on the search for a host for a new show we are developing called “Stuff”. Our closets, our bathrooms even our purses are crammed with… well, stuff. There’s stuff we don’t use, and stuff we use a lot, and even some stuff we’ve never been quite sure what to do with – and now we’re looking for some clever hosts to tell us just what to do with it all. Who we’re looking for: A Super Shopper who knows when to save and when to splurge. Our ideal candidate is …

Ask a Geek: Wanna be a Shoe and Bag aholic television host

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Sonya wrote: I’m enjoying reading your blog and envying your access to incredible sales. I’m the head of development for a TV and Film production company based in Halifax. We’re developing a lifestyle/reality series on shoes and bags and are looking for a host. We’re looking for a woman, late 20s/early 30s looking, attractive, smart, articulate, funny and CRAZY for shoes and bags. We’ve got an ad posted a www.ocean.ca/shoes. Is this you? Do you know who this person is? I thought you might be able to help get the word out and know people who fit the bill. Thanks for thinking of me Sonja, but I have no desire to be a television personality. However, I’m sure there are many readers of I want – I got that …

Ask a Geek: Where to buy a decent blazer cheap in Toronto

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Gloria wrote: This is a bit of a mundane quest, but I’m looking for a good blazer to dress up jeans … the places I go either have more conservative blazers more suited for business, or more stylish looks but not very well cut. I’m looking for something feminine, a little different, and hopefully not bank-breaking if possible (under a hundred dollars). If you can suggest some places, that would be great as it’s perfect blazer season! Your best bet right now is Femme de Carriere. Yes, the shop is more business orientated but they are having a great sale right now and blazers are cheap. I have like 3 suits from these guys and they are really good for the price. I’ve gotten 300 dollar blazers for 70-90 …

Ask a Geek: Where to find Consignment Stores in the Greater Toronto Area – Updated December 2, 2010

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Miki wrote: Hi Anita! I was wondering if you could recommend some consignment shops to me. I’m looking for designer dressy casual clothing. Hi Miki Here is a list of consignment stores to check out. All the stores are located in the GTA. Have fun. Consignment Stores UPDATE: (Nov 12, 2009) Fashionably Yours – 632 Queen Street West UPDATE: (April 6, 2010) Off The Cuff – Men’s Consignment UPDATE: (April 6, 2010) Think Twice UPDATE: (April 6, 2010) Twice Is Nice UPDATE: (April 6, 2010) Inspired By You… UPDATE (April 6, 2010: Contact info added)The Comeback – 4893 Dundas St. W, Toronto, ON, [416] 231.0381 The Cat’s Meow UPDATE (April 6, 2010: website added) Divine Decadence Originals UPDATE (April 6, 2010: website added) L’Elegante Limited Second Time Around The …

Ask a Geek: Where to find Prom and Formal Dresses in Toronto – Updated June 15, 2010

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. I want I got reader Fran wrote: Hey, I came across your website and see that you seem to know a lot about shopping in TO. I am looking for the perfect formal dress for a graduation prom and was wondering if you can give me some advice. I am looking for BCBG, ABS schwartz, that type of quality. Something gorgeous dazzling, understated and around 300-500. I know there are BCBG stores in the eaton center and yorkdale but have been disappointed by their selection in the past. I heard their are some good stores on Avenue Rd. DO u know of any really good ones? Hi Fran, I don’t shop for formal and evening wear very must but I’m good at putting together lists and I wander around a lot. So here is …

Ask a Geek: Canadian online shoe stores. – Updated April 27, 2011

Sometimes readers ask me questions. If they are of value to all my readers I post them online. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. Dai S wrote: Hi geekigirl, I like checking out your blog but it does give me a certain sense of envy. You see, I live in Winnipeg, where there a few fun boutiques and big box and mall stores rule. My question for you is regarding Canadian online shoe stores. While there are plenty of ones in the States, I don’t like considering the duty and exchange. I am aware of softmoc.ca here shipping in Canada but would love to know if you have come across any others. Thanks! Dai This post needs and update and here I am to do that. Online shopping is getting better in Canada. There are some new additions for online shoe shopping. Online shopping in Canada isn’t very good most of the time. Things are slowly changing though …

Ask a geek: Full length leather jackets

Welcome to another installment of ask a geek. RDLoscher wrote: Where can I find Womens Full length Leather Coats in Toronto! If you can direct me to a wholesaler or a retailer I would appreciate it! Thank You RDLOscher Thanks for your question RDLoscher. I’m not a leather expert but I would start out with these stores Daniel leather – It’s the first place that came into my mind Northbound leather – I am pretty sure they make full length coats but may have a fetish influence. The Olde Hide House Bart Leather LA PELLE KARPETA The Leather Ranch Phil Leather I’d start with this list. Give the stores a call and see if they carry any jackets in the length your are looking for. If none of these option work, you might want to try something custom made. I don’t know of any wholesalers, sorry 🙁 Be sure to check out the Beardmore leathers Warehouse sale this weekend.

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I’m starting to see an increase in people contacting me through the contact form. YAY! I had a reader ask me a question the other day and I’ve decided to answer it on the blog so everyone can benefit. If you have a question, please feel free to submit it using the contact form. I’ll definitely do my best to answer it. Ace Graystone wrote: Hi Geekigirl, A very attractive, athletic, and stylish woman recently agreed to play squash me. My problem is that I haven’t played squash since the late ’80s. Back then, real men wore either a white T-shirt with short shorts a la Magnum P.I. (I never had the legs for that) or loose gray cotton sweat pants. It’s not so much that I want to impress this woman with my chiseled six-pack and bursting deltoids. It’s more like not wanting to embarrass either one us on the court with a major fashion faux pas. So my question is what does a modern 21st century male squash player wear on the court …