I am really excited to announce the collaboration between Ontario-based bank, Ukrainian Credit Union and With Love... and a chance to win a $1000 shopping spree with me just in time for Christmas! The campaign is being launched at North America's largest Ukrainian Festival in the Bloor West Village West on September 17, 2011.

As a part of the festival, Ukrainian Credit Union is hosting a meet-and-greet with me. If you're in the area or would like to come out and say hello, I am going to be at Jane and Armdale between 12:30 and 2:30pm on September 17,2011. It would be a pleasure and a highlight of my day to meet some of you and have an opportunity to say a hello in person :)

Hello Darlings,

A few weeks ago, my best friend and I attended Philosophy skin care luncheon that was hosted by Coty Canada.

Surrounded by the prettiest choice of teacup roses and while sipping on our watermelon smoothies, Anna and I were observing all the eye-candy surrounding us. From the latest in anti-aging, to the delicious smelling bath gels, to the precious gift sets: it was all there!

Hello Darlings,

During Labor Day long weekend, I cheered on E's team at Baltimore's first ever Indy Grand Prix. I loved the city and enjoyed spending my 23rd birthday there. Following the races, E and I spent a few days strolling the streets of Washington and in particular the charming neighborhood of Georgetown.

Hello Darlings,

The waiting game for Topshop lovers is over! In March, The Bay confirmed its involvement in bringing British fashion giant Topshop and Topman to Canada. Although Topshop did make its first appearance last June at the Jonathan+Olivia store, The Bay claims the exclusive rights for Canada.

The Topshop merger is a part of the revival process for The Bay which stands to receive quite an influx in its cool factor and revenues come October, when the first store opens its doors at the Yorkdale location. With Topshop arrival, it is yet another foreign giant to invade the Canadian fashion industry. What does this mean for the Canadian retail market and price tags?

It is the more the merrier for the fashion lovers but on the opposite side of the spectrum local fashion industry is struggling to make an impact. From Zara, Forever21 to H&M and now Topshop and Target in 2013; it makes it for a tight market for Canadian retailers such as Joe Fresh Style. With international giants dominating the bargain-chic this makes it difficult for Joe Fresh Style-like retailers to survive.