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You might notice something missing from this weeks newsletter. For a while now I have been featuring the Lavishy giveaways and you have been entering to win great stuff from this Toronto shop.

Well unfortunately the giveaway has come to an abrupt end. Lavishy is no longer in a position to sponsor the giveaway. I wish them the best as they decide what to do with their retail locations.

This brings me to one of the reasons I started this website. I wanted to feature all the amazing neighbourhood shopping Toronto had to offer. Whether it is your favourite mall shop or favourite boutique remember to support these stores that influence, inspire your style. If that means buying one expensive blouse instead of 5 less expensive tees - I say go with the item you will love to put on EVERYDAY.

Contests MakeMeBlonde Giveaway

Blonde Salon is giving you the chance to win a mini-makeover just in time for fall.

There is only a few more days to enter - contest closes September 3rd!

You can expect a manicure plus the combination of haircut, colour, extentions or Brazillian Blowout that will best work for your hair makeover.

To enter just tell torontoShopoholic.com and Blonde salon why you need a makeover. Be sure to inculde as much detail as possible, pictures are encouraged. Also tell your friends when you enter so that people can vote for your entry!

And remember you don't have to go Blonde if you don't want to but this is a great excuse to try it on!

There is a brand new giveaway this week from Pickering Town Centre.

You could win a $100 mall gift card to go on a shopping spree at Pickering Town Centre.

Enter to win via theContest page and see what other contests are coming up!

Note next week watch the blog for more information on Pickering Town Centre's innovative Teen Style Lounge and more ways to enter to WIN!

Where we are doing our Toronto Shopping

What we are shopping for in Toronto

I asked Stephanie Clark, torontoShopoholic.com sponsor and resident Stella & Dot stylist to give us an inside scoop on the latest collection from Stella & Dot!

The Stella & Dot Fall 2010 Collection has a little something for every woman, filled with delicate pieces that make bold statements and with most of the jewels for under $60!

It’s where soft and whimsical meet biker chic; feminine details meet strong chains and metals; and statement jewels that multi-task can be taken from day to night. The inspiration for the collection is women who are strong and bold - women like you and me.

The collection begins with Metro Chic – Femininity with an Edge! Statement necklaces like the Nolita (see left) and the Musette mix soft and delicate touches. You’ll find grosgrain ribbon and hand-embroidered sequins paired with cupchains and antiqued metal chains. Unexpected touches such as loose hand knots in the glass bead strands, handset stones set in hematite metal, and mixed metals make up the jewels in the Metro Chic collection.

The Vintage Luxe Collection follows with its couture-for-everyday-style-sense. We love details and we know you do too! Keep it simple with the Audrey Cluster Necklace, or layer it with the Bridgette Bauble Necklace to make a statement piece. For those with a playful side, the Owl Necklace, Pave Bee Necklace and Ladybug Stud Earrings are sophisticated and vintage-inspired.

Finally, La Coco Concept (see below left) is the collection that’s meant for every woman to create her own style statement. Inspired by Coco Chanel, the La Coco Brooch Necklace can be worn 8 different ways! Wear it long, as a choker, with the brooch, without the brooch – it is the most versatile piece in the entire Stella & Dot line. Swap the brooch out for the Anastasia, or add a strand of glass beads – the pieces of La Coco Concept are meant to be mixed-and-matched to your individual tastes!

Whatever your style statement, Stella & Dot’s Fall collection covers it all with gorgeous pieces that are delicate and chic. We are about irresistible jewelry and inspiring women to be strong and bold.

Passion is our best accessory, style is our philosophy, and our mission is to give every woman the means to style her own life. This is Stella & Dot’s manifesto, and they do just that with their fabulous Fall 2010 Collection!

Contact Stephanie Clark, Independent Stella & Dot Stylist directly at 647-404-2183 or steffie.clark@gmail.com for a Stella & Dot Trunk Show and Style Session for you and your girlfriends. Get styling tips, find styles for a steal ($60 and under!), and try on fabulous jewels from the collection.

Exclusive to torontoshopoholic readers in the Greater Toronto Area: Hostesses will receive an additional $25 free jewelry credit for qualifying September Trunk Shows over $500. Trunk Shows must take place between September 1-30 with a minimum of 4 guest orders. This offer is only available through Stephanie Clark, Independent Stella & Dot Stylist.

Follow her on Twitter at @FashionMommies & on Facebook at Stella & Dot – Your GTA Independent Stylists.

Visit www.stelladot.com/getgorgeous to Shop, Book a Trunk Show or Become a Stylist.

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