Since chilly weather accounts for the majority of the Canadian year, one of the quickest ways to transition your wardrobe is with a great pair of boots! So here are some inspirational looks for the upcoming season…
Over-The-Knee Boots
I’m always conflicted about this trend as I’m under 5′ tall. A couple of years ago, I did own a pair of FLAT over-the-knee pirate boots, but a heel probably would’ve helped to lengthen my legs.
These laced-up, heeled Dior boots look KILLER…in a good way. What I do like about this particular pair is that they’re jeweled-toned which is much better than black all over!
Mary-Jane Boots
From Prada’s F/W2011 RTW collection, this is more of a personal entry than a fashion trend as I doubt many people would be able to afford $2400US+ (snakeskin) or even a measly $1500US (suede).
I love the ultra-feminine style, colour combination, and use of different textures of leather! Actually, there’s nothing that I dislike about them. 😉 The only thing that I can think of is that they aren’t as practical as they are fashionable, especially on wet days.
Click here to ogle at the various colour/leather combinations.
Riding Boots
a.k.a. Field Boots, they’re traditionally flat, although some designers have decided to put a twist to the look – and torture for the feet of fashion slaves – by adding a high heel, most of the time stiletto. 🙁 Ouch!
I’ll trade in the stiletto heels for these other details: nice, metal harness around the ankles, partial lace-up, Spanish Cut, or a classy buckle around ankles or calves.
Aside from the rigid leather, Riding Boots look fairly easy to wear.
Booties
(Ignore the pump on the bottom right-hand side.)
Forgoing the lace-up stiletto booties, these sleek, lower-heeled booties are more my style! Think Acne, Alexander Wang, Jil Sander, or the chocolate brown ones with studs, zebra print ponyhair, or black pull-on ones, etc.
Simple, easy to walk in, and hopefully won’t make my legs look frumpy-stumpy!
So ladies, before the first leaf hits the ground, can you please place all those UGGs, Hunters, faux fur moccasins in an incinerator? Notice how none of them made it onto my list or these…
Vibram FiveFinger Boots
Nasty. Unsightly. Who were these intended for??
Harveys is offering their Great Canadian Cheddar Ringer again and for a limited time you can show this printable coupon to upgrade your combo to a 32oz drink and frings for only 99 cents!
I have never tried this burger but it looks greasy delicious lol. Coupon is valid until October 31st 2011.
It appears Sport Chek Canada is having a Spend and Get Event. When you spend $100 you get $20 in promotional cards or online coupons to use towards your next purchase. Spend $250 and get $50 back. Promotional codes are redeemable until October 31 2011.
Here are some other Sport Chek deals.
Mens and Womens footwear: Buy one get one 50% off.
Mens, Womens and juniors, Hoodies, tees and track jackets 25% off.
Backpacks and Bags 25% off.
Select hockey supplies such as skates are on for up to 50% off.
NHL Jerseys 25% off.
Click here to visit Sport Chek Canada Online.
Right now, Vichy Canada is offering a $3 off printable coupon on their Capital Soleil line of sunscreen. All you have to do is take this mini-quiz about your skin and at the end, they suggest a particular sunscreen to meet your needs.
Sorry, this is a deal through Facebook! 🙁
Click here to get started on the quiz!
Today only, Cheers, the full series (all eleven seasons) is on sale over at Amazon.ca for $97.49. It’s a 45 DVD set and probably will set out before the day is out, so if you want that show, go for it. Maybe Frasier will be later in the week? 🙂
From August 16 – September 11 Bonnie Togs Canada is having a sale on Denim. Boys and girls denim that was $12.50 is now $10.
Click here to find a store near you.
Ladies – today only Suzy Shier’s online store is 30% off every item! Go go go!!
Click here to shop
Thanks to Thor9 for the heads up
The Childrens Place is having a back to school sale in store and online. Some of the deals include short sleeve graphic tees for 4.99, Big boy and baby boy Polos and shorts for 5.99, Girls active wear $10, Basic denim $12 and up.
Click here to visit The Childrens Place Canada website and to check out the other items included in the sale.
GameStop Canada Door Crasher today is Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time for PS3. At only 4.99 I picked one up for my girls for Christmas. It is one of the older Ratchet & Clank games but these are really popular and enjoyable to play.
Click here to get GameStop Canadas Daily Door Crasher.
There is a shipping rate of $4.99 but still a great deal for a PS3 game.
The fall clothing line is now available for purchase and to celebrate 1-plus.com is offering an extra 20% off on all orders until August 17th. Simply enter the code “AE20Pre” at checkout to receive your discount. Penningtons has a ton of $5 $10 $15 dollar deals in their sale section. Shipping is $7.50. If you happen to miss this discount you can still save 10% by entering “10PENN” at checkout.
Click here to check out the deals.
Stratford Festival is offering $10 tickets for the Titus performance on August 16th and 17th
We’ve got a good deal on Aug 16 & 17, 2pm performances of Titus. Use online promotion code 40055 to get yourself $10 tickets. Don’t miss the show everyone has been talking about!
Click here to order your tickets. But hurry, they’ll go fast.
Until August 17th Motherhood Maternity Canada is having a Buy One Get One 50% off on select items. Some of the items include tees and tanks ( select styles), jeans, and nursing tops.
Also available online only save 20% when you buy two or more bras.
Click here to go to Motherhood Maternity online.
Ikea has released their new 2012 catalogue. You may view the catalogue online now, if you want a hard copy it will be available in-store in September.
Click here to check out the Ikea catalogue.
Rexall Canada is offering a $2 off $20 printable coupon. The coupon is valid until December 31st 2011. From what I can tell it’s just a multi use pdf coupon.
Click here to print your coupon and to read any exclusions.
Save up to 50% on select Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii games from August 1- August 28. According to the website and the email these other deals are also on until August 28th:
30% off previously viewed DVD’s priced $6.99 and up.
30% off Previously viewed Blu Rays priced $9.99 and up.
Up to 75% off select electronics and accessories.
Save up to 60% on Blu rays and DVDs.
If anybody has been into pick up some of these deals we’d love to hear from you!
