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BIG news! Converse.ca is here - finally! How exciting?! Now, go check it out! It's about time that Canadians now will have easy access to the largest selection of Converse stuff 24/7!! FYI - it's not only sneakers, but also apparel and accessories in the widest range of colours, patterns, prints and fabrics!

There are the classics, the future, and my fav - limited drops! Check out the latest limited edition collaborations here with fragment design & Undefeated.

Now, go see the depth and breadth of Converse styles available for purchase online in Canada! CONVERSE.CA -  Happy shopping!

Welcome NEON to Queen St. West!

Attention shoppers - NEON Clothing recently opened it's very first store in Toronto! They are an established retailer in Quebec for over 30 years but now they are located in one of the hippest districts in the world - Toronto location at 501 Queen Street West.

I recently checked out the store and absolutely loved it. I heard of NEON before, so it was very nice to actually visit the store. First off, a great location! Secondly, NEON carries lots of great brands. Thirdly, a very cool environment to shop at!

Women's section and yes, those light fixtures are for sale.

Levis & Jansport.

NEON is definitely a unique store that you have to see to believe. It's a true mash-up of coolness, street style and hard-to-find pieces for that perfect, effortless look. NEON is like a lifestyle boutique that is beautifully unique. The store is decorated and merchandised with original furniture and fixtures that are for sale too! How cool is that? I love that!

Interesting displays...

Cool!

If there's a price tag - it's for sale!

As mentioned before, NEON carries great brands! The best, before-you-even-know-you-want-them brands. The NEON team is out combing the streets of Los Angeles, New York, Europe and Asia. If there's buzz about a brand, chances are, they already know about it.

NEON stocks the essentials like Levi's, Vans, Jansport and Converse. But they're alos stocking the best from Dr. Martens, Adidas, Element, OBEY Clothing and Fjallraven and offers some of the widest selections from these brands in one place.

NOTE: Just in time for winter, NEON is a must-stop for winter outerwear from brands like Fjallraven, Mountain Hardwear and Element. All your winter needs: jackets, boots and accessories - NEON have a huge selection to choose from.

Alpha Industries

Converse

Fjallraven

Fjallraven

When I was there, I picked up a few items - FYI, it was so hard not to buy the whole store, lol. Stay tuned to my instagram @stardchiu to see what I ended up with. Hope you guys liked the pics I took. However, you guys must go check out NEON in person - you won't be disappointed. Make sure to let me know what you think.

The location is 501 Queen Street West. They are open seven days a week, Monday through Friday 10am to 9pm and 11am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. For more info, go visit www.shopneon.com or follow them @neostores #neontoronto. Happy Shopping!

UNIQLO Opens First Canadian Store!

I don't know about you, but I'm super excited about the first Uniqlo opening in Canada - FINALLY! : )

Uniqlo launches its first Canadian store at the CF Toronto Eaton Centre Friday, September 30. It will feature a range of core items for men, women, kids and babies. In addition to the brand's signature items such as Ultra Light Down, HEATTECH, Cashmere, Extra Fine Merino, Jeans and Oxford Shirts, the store will see the North American debut of the brand's most recent line of Uniqlo U.

Make sure to stop by during opening weekend, there will be special promotional prices on popular core items including the Ultra Light Down Parkas and Extra Fine Merino sweaters.

Lucky me - I got to attend the pre-opening party last night. I had a blast - I was pretty much like a kid in a candy store, lol. Check out some pics and more info below.

Are you excited? What do you like most about Uniqlo? For more info, check out their website here. Now, head down to the Eaton Centre and happy shopping!!

Welcome to Canada Uniqlo! Thank you for having me!

Checking in... Thanks for having me BICOM!

Opening ceremonial cracking of the sake barrel!

Sake - Cheers!

Time to study - Store layout.

LOVE this idea - "UNIQLO meets Toronto" this area will feature carefully curated items from four local shops that reflect the vibrant and diversified lifestyles of Torontonians.

The reason I look forward to cooler weather....

Uniqlo U

Canadian's own Tyler Shaw performing!

Selfie with Tyler!

Thank you Uniqlo Canada! I'll be back!

iStore - Digital Lifestyle Retail Store

iStore , now open at Scarborough Town Centre. Upper level near the food court.

I recently went and checked out a media event for the launch of the new iStore in Toronto - located at Scarborough Town Centre. iStore is a retail concept that has showcases digital lifestyle products in a welcoming environment for consumers to play before purchase. This includes digital products in audio, health and fitness, photography, cooking and designer cases, bags and accessories. Based out of Montreal since 2010, this will be the third location behind Montreal and Edmonton.

 

iStore may probably become one of my fav store - it's where fashion meets tech! It's sleek, glamourous setting and wide array of cutting-edge digital accessories make it a unique and exciting shopping destination. They features the widest range of digital lifestyle products from industry brand leaders! Plus, iStore is authorized reseller of Apple products! You could spend hours in there! So many great stuff to see and play with!

You guys must go check it out! Also, just in time for back to school - it's the place to shop! Take a look at some of the great products and features (ie. Sound booth & charging stations) that is available at the iStore below from pics I've taken at the media event.

FYI: iStore, at Scarborough Town Centre will be having their Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, August 22nd. There will be live demos, sound booth experience, free gift for every visitor (while quantities last) and you could also enter for a chance to win an Apple Watch and other great prizes!!!

Now, what are you waiting for? Enjoy your visit and make sure to share how it went and what you bought with #iStoreTO! You can follow iStore on twitter here.

I love this Sound booth! What a cool idea? This unique and custom-built sound booth has been engineered with a sound-proof foam interior to contain high-quality sound in an intimate setting. The sliding door with see-through window allows you to test and compare each individual product.

istore staff and me inside the sound booth testing out some speakers!

This Charging stations uses fingerprint recognition technology to lock and unlock a small personal locker, which secures your phone while it is charging. It's a free service that enables you to charge your phone while you shop!

A great feature at the istore: Out-of the box items enables you to touch and discover the functionalities of the accessories.

 

 

Some of the many great products iStore carries: