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Ask a Geek: Where to get Hunter Welly Socks

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 commenter, Deb wrote in the post Canadian supplier of Hunter Wellington Boots: Where I can I buy the Hunter socks for my wellies? I’ve seen the Hunter socks at Little Burgundy and Getoutside for sure in Toronto. I believe you can order them from the Getoutside site also. Good luck on the hunt. EDIT: Heel Boy carries Hunter socks also. – Feb 23, 2009

Ask a Geek: Where to find the “Carrie” Necklace 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: Message Hey, do by any chance know where to get the “Carrie” necklace that she wears in Sex and the City. You know, the gold name printed necklace .. I’ve been trying to find it all over Toronto but haven’t gotten any luck. If you do, that would be great. Thanks Personalized Boutique is the official supplier of the “Carrie” necklace which you can purchase online. However if you are looking for something in Toronto, I would suggest going to Made You Look. They do custom work and I’m sure they can come up with something the same.

Ask a Geek: Petite Fashion Advice

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 Jo wrote: Hi there, I was wondering if you have any tips for petite clothing. I’m really struggleing to find work cloths even banana republic petites don’t work for me. Any suggestions for stores or particular styles would be great! I don’t know a thing about petite clothing to be honest. I’m 5’5″ myself; just over the hump. I know the perfect site and person you can contact who has a whole ton of experience regarding the subject. It’s Christa Jean at Petite Fashionista The site has tons of advice and she also takes questions. She also organizes sales and events geared to petite women.

Ask a Geek: Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in NY

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: Hi, TO local married male here, both my wife and I love fashion and shopping. We Wanted to know if you have any info or tips on the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in NY? because We’re considering going but want to know if its worth the trip I’m not an outlet person really. I even stayed away from them when I was in Vegas. I’ve never been to the Woodbury Common, but I did some digging and came up with some reviews on the following sites: http://travel.yahoo.com/p-reviews-2736862-prod-travelguide-action-read-ratings_and_reviews-i http://nymag.com/urr/urr.pl?rm=all_reviews&listing_id=10232&listing_type=nyml_venue_business_shopping http://www.yelp.com/biz/woodbury-common-premium-outlets-central-valley#hrid:KvhtW8HV7SW4pgGn2ApOxw As with everything on the internet you have to take these reviews with a grain of salt. However, most people seem to think that Woodbury Common is a good outlet.

Ask a Geek: Where to find Marc by Marc Jacobs 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 Annie wrote: Hi Anita, I’m desperately looking for the Marc by Marc Jacobs Grovee Dr. Q purse in the brown colour. My friend’s birthday is this weekend and she’s been yearning for it. Do you know of any other store in Toronto aside from Holt who sells Marc by Marc? Thank you! I hope you don’t mind me sharing your question Annie! Holt Renfrew sells Marc by Marc handbags along with the Marc Jacobs line and Bloor Street is your best bet for selection. Holt Renfrew also carries Marc by Marc Jacobs womenswear, footwear, watches and jewellery. I did some searching on the net and found out that David’s Footwear also sells Marc by Marc handbags and shoes. I believe those are the 2 major players in Toronto. …

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 …