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CRAVE Toronto Featured on The Urbanite!


Chelsea Conway of Chelsea Video Vibe has launched her latest venture – The Urbanite with Chelsea Conway.

Described as cultainment (“cultural entertainment”) The Urbanite features the many individuals- artists, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, restauranteurs, event planners and distinctive retailers who create the vibe and ideas that define the city of Toronto.

CRAVE Toronto was graced with Chelsea’s presence at our Fall Shopping Sunday and has been featured in one of her webisodes!  A number of other CRAVE entreprenesses will be featured on The Urbanite as well including Sonja den Elzen (Thieves Boutique), Kealen Sullivan (69 Vintage), Carlyl Jansen (Good For Her) and Laura Furtado (DivaGirl Inc.).

Check out our webisode and the newly launched The Urbanite here!

Don’t forget to follow The Urbanite on Facebook and Twitter!

Watch out Toronto, there’s a new kid in town!


Watch out, there’s a new kid in town! Only 4 months old and already rockin’ the scene, Devlish Angelz is the city’s go-to kiddies clothing boutique! Devlish Angelz is already in full swing dressing and accessorizing Toronto’s busiest babies and hippest tots. Owner, Jaclyn Baynham is the trendsetter and enterpreness behind Devlish Angelz, scouring out the best of all designer brands to offer to her customers. Trendy mommy’s now have a local spot to shop for their trendy babies- sorry moms, nothing bigger than a kid’s size 16
but you can always match their closet with yours! Jaclyn carries all the brands active mom’s love, like Converse, Bench and Diesel!

Located in the heart of Yorkville, Devlish Angelz naturally fits in, offering friendly and current knowledge of fashion and the seasons must-haves (for your child, remember!) Jaclyn knows what her customers want- from a weekend on the slopes to a busy day full of play dates, Devlish Angelz has your snow bunnies and social babes in mind. Their ever-changing stock of the sassiest snowsuits, coolest JOE Jeans, and cute jumpers are sure to impress!

My most recent visit to the boutique had me smiling from entrance to exit; it was so enjoyable just browsing the latest apparel available for the girly fashionista’s and little dudes of the city. Just when I thought the clothing couldn’t be topped, I checked out the wide selection of accessories ranging from socks to sunglasses to little lip balms! Even if you don’t have children of your own, Devlish Angelz is the perfect spot to shop for any little love in your life.

Jaclyn has been the focus of tons of local media attention, from magazine spreads to TV news; her consistent social networking skills have paid off. With her new website, online store, facebook page, and daily twitter updates, her growing business continues to thrive! Be sure to visit Devlish Angelz this Saturday between 10am-6pm for a special “Angelz  Xmas Wish” event.

Devlish Angelz

Jaclyn Baynham

45 Avenue Road, Yorkville

Toronto

T: 647 344 5400

E: info@devlishangelz.ca

The Zest of Life!


Now that you and your families’ back to (insert noun) stress  is over and routine has returned, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about (and booking) your holiday photos- no, this isn’t a prank! Halloween has come and gone and winter is now knocking on your door– traditions, celebrations, and new endeavors deserve to be preserved! Don’t wait till the last minute and be caught in line at the photo booth, book your session with a pro.

At our latest CRAVE Shopping Event, Mary from Lemon Fresh Designs Photography was the creative talent capturing our female entrepreneurs in action.  Mary specializes in everything from baby to business photography and captured our female vendors beautifully and candidly while they did what they do best; networking, selling, and connecting with their clients. Mary believes in capturing natural moments, so whatever your theme is or whatever outfit you want to wear, it adds to the charm. Mary’s professionalism, charisma and creative spirit gives her photography edge, leaving you with stylish and memorable images that reflect the real you!  Contact Lemon Fresh Designs here and capture your moments!

email: mary@lemonfreshdesigns.com

twitter: @lemonfrshdesign

phone: (416)918.6817

Cre8ive Invitations initiate the most talked about memories!


Just got engaged? Throwing a party for your super sweet 16? Baby on the way? What better way is there to let your closest family and friends know than through the most elegant, fun, and Cre8ive Invitations?! The party starts when the invitations are made and trust us
 Cre8ive Invitations know exactly how to make it absolutely irresistible to attend!

Patricia Figueria’s aim is to “ignite excitement”—and knowing the fabulous creation of females
 yes indeed we CRAVE excitement! Patricia, a professional and innovative mind with penmanship sent from the heavens, truly provides her clients with the most angelic calligraphy for invitations of any and all purposes.

Make your event’s memories unforgettable with the lasting impression of the invitation! Consult with Patricia for any of your specific needs—and we are positive that she will make creating invitations one of the most enjoyable stages of your planning process. Bask in luxury while Patricia’s most cre8ive ensembles have your guests RSVP-ing as soon as they receive that CRAVE-LICIOUS invitation!

Contact Cre8ive Invitations at:

info@cre8iveinvitations.com

Oakville, Ontario

416-550-1506 – book your consultation with one brilliant, Cre8ive femme!

Thanks for Coming Out to Our Fall Shopping Sunday!


Thanks to everyone who came out to the CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday!  We had a fantastic time and are still drooling over all of the amazing items that our vendors had for sale.  We spied a number of items that we will be adding to our Christmas list this year, or giving to friends!   You can check out our Vendor List HERE with links to our vendors websites where you can find out where you can purchase their products in the future.

It may have been wet and dreary outside, but the CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday was the bright spot to our day.  We had a lot of fun and received great feedback from shoppers, who just like us, are so impressed with what the entreprenesses of Toronto are doing.  Take a look at some of the fun and the beautiful items captured by Lemon Fresh Designs Photography in our Photo Booth, by clicking HERE.

Top 10 Reasons Why YOU Need to Attend CRAVE Toronto’s Fall Shopping Sunday


Top 10 Reasons Why YOU Need to Attend CRAVE Toronto’s Fall Shopping Sunday

Letterman and Leno do it, so why can’t we?  We’ve put together a list of the Top 10 Reasons why YOU need to attend our Fall Shopping Sunday.  You don’t want to miss out and here is why


10 ) Fabulous women, fabulous women and more fabulous women.  Where else will you find an entire market packed with some of the most innovative and unique businesses in Toronto that are ALL female owned?

9 ) Christmas is only 2 months away.  Save yourself the stress of procrastination and the holiday madness at malls, and get your Christmas shopping done early.

8 ) Have a hair out of place? The ladies from Blo Blow Dry Bar will be on hand to do on-site hair touch-ups at their booth.

7 ) Cupcakes.  ‘Nuff said.  Head over to Sugar Plum Sweet Creations for your cupcake fix.

6 ) Is your back killing you from shopping in cute stilettos?  Dr. Stephanie and The Health Loft are to the rescue.  They will be doing 15 minute massages, analyzing walking patterns, demonstrating acupuncture, and they will also have their naturopath on hand to answer questions.  Just don’t mention the cupcake you ate at the booth next door.

5 ) Feeling tired of the same old look?  Pay a visit to the ladies at Mobile Makeover and Beauty In Motion.  They’ll be selling makeovers complete with a mini-makeup application lesson!

4 ) Become a part of CRAVE documented history.  Chelsea Video Vibe will be on location filming and interviewing, and Lemon Fresh Designs will be photographing the entire event.

3 ) Haven’t had a chance to pick up the CRAVE Toronto Guide Book? We will be selling them all day long.  It’s the perfect Christmas or “no reason at all” gift.

2 ) Everyone loves FREE STUFF and that’s why we’ll be having draws all day for a number of great prizes and giftcards!

1 ) Can you really think of a more fabulous way to spend your Sunday than quality shopping time with your GAL-PALS!?

To RSVP Click HERE!

To find out how to become a Vendor at this event email: andrea@craveparty.com

Who’s In – CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday


It’s almost here and we couldn’t be more excited to put on our shopping shoes and head over to the CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday on Sunday October 24th in the Fermenting Cellar!

Discover fabulous clothing and accessories created by some of Toronto’s most talented designers, the most unique beauty products in the city, delicious treats, and much much more.

To see Who’s In, click HERE!

WHAT: CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday
WHEN: Sunday October 24th, 2010, 11am – 5pm
WHERE: Fermenting Cellar, Distillery District – 55 Mill St (map)
ADMISSION: Free to the public

To find out how to become a vendor at this event, email:andrea@craveparty.com

CRAVE toronto Fall Shopping Sunday


 

CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday

WHEN: Sunday October 24th, 2010, 11am – 5pm
WHERE: Fermenting Cellar, Distillery District – 55 Mill St
ADMISSION: Free to the public

It’s finally here!!!  Our FIRST-ever CRAVEparty!!!  We decided the perfect way to celebrate Autumn was with a market, which will be the format for this party.  Join CRAVE Toronto and more than 50 of the coolest female-owned businesses in Toronto at the CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday on Sunday October 24th in the Fermenting Cellar!

The CRAVE Toronto Fall Shopping Sunday will be modeled after a market—and this is no ordinary market! There is something for everyone at this event. Discover fabulous clothing and accessories created by some of Toronto’s most talented designers, the most unique beauty products in the city, delicious treats, and much much more.

Start your Christmas shopping early, or stay true to the CRAVE lady’s love of shopping, and treat yourself! There really is no better way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon than shopping and mingling with some of the finest femmes in Toronto!  We look forward to seeing you all there!

Click here to RSVP as a SHOPPER

Email: andrea@craveparty.com to become a VENDOR

Thank-You for Making Our First Business Chat a Success!


CRAVE toronto is sending a huge thank-you to everyone who made it out to our first CRAVE Business Chat.  A very special thank-you goes to Leslie Hughes of PUNCH!media for being our speaker and to Myrlene Sundberg of Urban Mode for hosting the event.

 We couldn’t possibly think of a better way to have spent our Thursday night than in the coolest furniture boutique in the city, packed full of beautiful business-savvy women, and learning everything we needed to know about Social Media from Marketing Maven Leslie.

 This very informative night was made even more special by the supportive atmosphere created by all the women in attendance.  We can’t wait for our second Business Chat!

CRAVE toronto’s First Business Chat Featuring Leslie Hughes of PUNCH!media


CRAVE toronto is thrilled to announce our first CRAVE Business Chat!  CRAVE hosts intimate, informal discussions which take place at a different coffee shop or casual venue each month, and will be initially focused on our monthly business topic; however we will boldly go wherever the conversation takes us!

This month’s topic is “Social Media” and this interactive chat will feature social media guru Leslie Hughes of PUNCH!media.  CRAVE is so fortunate to have this chat hosted by Myrlene Sundberg of Urban Mode, a beautiful furniture and home dĂ©cor store in downtown Toronto.

This CRAVE Business Chat will feature a presentation by Leslie, followed by a group discussion to help you learn everything you need to know about social media and how it can help your business.

Click here to learn more about our first business chat and to register!  Space is limited so register soon!

A big CRAVE thank you to our sponsors:

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