While most of my friends are probably having a turkey feast of some sort, I decided to get ahead on the shopping frenzy. Checking out my Twitter feeds, I noticed that there was a sale not to be missed that was going on. Over at Chasse Gardée, Project Runway Canada Evan Biddell held a sale (dubbed “End of the Decade”) featuring a collection comprised of his favorite fabrics over the last ten years.

I didn’t have the intention of being early, but it turned out that I walk a lot faster than I thought. The pieces were well made and were fantastic designs (including some of this past season’s pieces in case you were dying to get them but didn’t have a chance), and both Daniella and Evan were great. Turns out that Evan remembers my eagerness of meeting him way back in June when he was having brunch at School Bakery, which is always cute of someone.

My steal for the day? I managed up a one-sleeved hooded dress made from bamboo for only $80 (I know many of you are gawking at me and telling me that I’m crazy to think that’s a steal), but the workmanship is superb. The neckline and detailing works well so that I don’t have to be wearing jewelry to make up for the empty chest area. And it’s made out of bamboo – wicks and insulates well, lightweight, and sits great on the body.

Great job on the sale today guys!

Image courtesy of Evan Biddell

Barb :: Nov.26.2009 :: Fashion, Trendy Finds :: 4 Comments »

Wrapping up my last week in Toronto before I go back to school in Paris, I figured that I might as well try out some restaurants/cafés. Fancying JA Eats Toronto on Facebook, I took one of their suggestions and headed with my good friend to School Bakery and Café (yes, this café does carry the theme of a high school setting) in Liberty Village (King West) in Toronto.

The day was decent, so the patio was open. Sitting right in the front was the winner of the first season of Project Runway Canada, Evan Biddell. His winning collection that showed during Toronto Fashion Week was brilliant – Superhero theme (how can it get any better and edgier?). He wouldn’t give away any details of the next collection, but he did agree to a picture!

Evan Biddell and I at School Bakery & Café in Liberty Village

The café itself had a great atmosphere, but the food took over an hour to serve, and even then, they got the orders wrong. The food was good, though, and the price was decent (~$13 per plate). For those who are familiar with Paris’ Rose Bakery, it has a similar atmosphere, but lacks the great execution that Rose has with regards to their food.

Read my review of the School Bakery & Café at Restaurantica under the username Maximaro

A Peek at the School Bakery & Café Interior

Barb :: Jun.12.2009 :: Fashion, Life :: No Comments »