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Over The Rainbow

101 Yorkville Ave, Toronto, ON, M5R1C1

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posted May 2 2007

brand name jeans: They have all the best brands at Over the Rainbow and the best selection of jeans in the city. You'll know what I"m talking about when you see the huge wall of stacked jeans. There's also racks of tops and casual clothes throughout the store, for men and women. I also like what they have for accessories and fashion jewelry because the pieces are always in season, trendy and inexpensive. Some brands you'll find here include Seven for All Mankind, Juicy Couture, Ben Sherman, Michael Stars, James Perse and Ella Moss. The sheer selection of designer duds and latest styles available at Over the Rainbow is why this store has so many loyal customers.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• jeans

Body Blue

724 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1E8

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posted Apr 13 2009

designer jeans and cute tops: This well-edited boutique features a selection of high-end denim and clothing. Jean labels include Seven for All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Diesel, Earnest Sewn, True Religion and Mavi. There's also plenty of casual tops, shoes and accessories like leather belts and bags. I like that they carry pieces from James Perse's line of very comfortable cotton tops and T-shirts. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. They will bring a variety of styles for you to try on and seem to offer truthful advice on how the clothes fit you. The prices aren't that great though. I find this place a little pricier than it's competitors.

Covet + Crave

789 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V1N4

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posted Apr 8 2009

premium denim and tees: This small boutique stocks designer jeans, cotton tops, T-shirts and accessories for the fashion-conscious crowd. The owner carefully selects pieces based on the hottest trends and most coveted designers. Denim brands at this shop include Rich & Skinny, J Brand, Hudson and Fidelity. I also love the stylish tanks and tees from popular L.A. labels like Ella Moss, Graham & Spencer and Velvet. The shop also sells fedora hats, belts, Hunter wellies and jewelry by Biko designs, a local company that creates handcrafted earrings and charm necklaces in silver and gold.

Mendocino

131 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON, M5S 1R8

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posted Mar 20 2009

fashionista favourite: Every girl that loves fashion knows Mendocino is a must-visit shop for the latest trends. This store could be on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles, but Bloor Street West will do just fine for me. The buyers for Mendocino travel to L.A., New York and Europe in search of the next hot thing, so you don't feel so jipped if you miss out on a shopping trip across the border. The shop carries a variety of designer brands including Rich & Skinny, Karl Lagerfeld, Rebecca Taylor, Jbrand, William Rast, Velvet, Language, Mackage and Soia & Kyo. Also, this is a great place to find cocktail dresses and party outfits.