A Very Girl Friday Christmas

Every year I look forward to our Girl Friday Christmas party!
We all get dressed up (in Girl Friday of course!), this year I chose the sequined Miller dress!
For the last 3 years we have been going to the Beaconsfield, and they always take great care of us! The food is fantastic, the wine is delightful and the best part of the night is our Yankee Christmas gift exchange. You know the one, where you pick a gift from the centre of the table, or you can steal a gift away from one of the other girls. It always creates some drama, but it's all in good fun!



I think I got the best gift from the exchange! The Fresh at Home Cookbook (can we say YUM!)
and a cd from our very own Jacquie's band The Balconies!


Merry Christmas Everyone! And don't forget to visit us on Boxing day for the sale of the year!
XOXO
Kelsey

Girl Friday Boxing Day Sale!

What's in the Window

Kersh Sweater dress $79
Charlotte Tarantolo cardigan $118
BIKO fly away charm $79

DEPT lace top $120
DISH zipper pant $94
OA necklace $30



Girl Friday Kate dress $140
OA necklace $40

Girl Friday Pre-Christmas Sale!

What's in the Window

Margit Brandt silk print dress $205
SOOS layered necklace $32
Erica Weiner bangle $15

Margit Brandt is new to Girl Friday for the F/W 2010 season. From Copenhagen, Denmark; her designs stand out, and are uniquely luxurious.

Girl Friday Gatsby dress (also in purple) $140
SOOS talon necklace $48
SOOS leaf bracelet $48

The Gatsby is flirty, feminine and sure to get you kissed underneath the mistletoe!

Margit Brandt silk top $105
DISH Paris Concorde jeans $92
BIKO looking glass charm necklace $82

The Paris Concorde from DISH is the perfect pair of grey jeans! They look sharp and polished, but still have that cool edge to them.

Holiday Gift Guide: From $50-$100

A sweater is a holiday classic. The beautiful knit and rich tone make this sweater a stand-out!
Kensie sweater $88

SQ purses are have the look and texture of leather, but they come without the leather price tag! (also a great gift for your vegan loved ones)
SQ grey purse $62

BIKO is another local jeweler. Her chains are delicate, her charms are charming and are each piece has it's own unique flavour. Perfect for the girl who is looking for something different.
Biko good luck charm necklace $79

A classy way to give the gift of warmth for the holidays. You can be sure this gift will get a lot of use!
V. Fraas scarf, hat and gloves set $75

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts under $50

Tis' the season! The best part of giving, is you always get back more than you give! There's no better feeling than seeing that special someone's eyes brighten with excitement as they unwrap their treasure. We've put together a few of our favourites that are guaranteed to be hits this holiday season. We start off for those on a budget, with our picks under $50.

Earrings are a hit with almost every woman I know! This pair is so delicate and unique, and also handmade in Toronto!
SOOS earrings $32Give your girl a pop of colour for the holidays!
Kensie pink longsleeve $38


Show your love with this beautiful handmade charm necklace straight from the city that never sleeps!
Erica Weiner heart charms necklace $40

Every girl needs a small purse for their lipstick, phone and money for a night on the town. And at $28, both you and the recipient will have a smile on their face!
SQ black clutch $28

What's in the Window

Girl Friday 3 Button Blazer black brocade $160
Girl Friday wide leg trouser $120
Kensie print tank $68
Biko eyeglass necklace $82

You MUST come in and feel the fabric that these trousers are made of! It is softer than anything you could imagine! Perfect for looking great, and feeling comfortable.

DEPT black highwaisted dress $89
Biko extra long scarf necklace $89
CPAK wrap bracelet $35

I am obsessed with this Biko scarf necklace. On the mannequin I tied the ends together, but it's actually an open necklace with unlimited wearing possibilities!
Fever London sweaterdress $158
Hobo Dee clutch in coral $68

Sometimes a simple statement is the strongest one.

Splurge Vs. Save

One look. Two price points! You really can look fabulous no matter what your budget is!

The Splurge ($488)

SNOB beetle knit sweater $230
DL1961 "Kim" skinny jeans $178
Erica Weiner Brass Hummingbird Skull necklace $80

The Save ($174)
Kensie knit sweater $78
DISH Denim Jeggings $74
SYN bee necklace $22

What's in the Window

Girl Friday Delila Dress Argyle print $130
SQ Red clutch $30
Erica Weiner gold bangle $12

Comfortable, cute, easy to wear and pockets. Perfection!


DEPT Feather print tunic $110

Dept's holiday collection is stunning. Come by and see the gorgeous prints, fun embellishments (sequins galore!) and rich jewel tones. Perfect for Rocking around the Christmas Tree!


Kensie Sequin Blazer $128
Kensie plaid tee $48
DISH Zipper pants $94
Erica Weiner Silver Scissors necklace $55

A sequin blazer is sure to be the standout piece of the season. You can pair it with literally anything in your wardrobe and instantly add flare and finesse to any outfit.

Meet the Girls: Rachel

Originally from Montreal, Rachel grew up in Burlington Ontario. She graduated from the MultiMedia Design & Production program at Fanshawe College! After graduating, Rachel travelled around Canada and recently settled in Toronto to pursue her Graphic Design Career. Next time you're in the store, welcome Rachel to our Girl Friday team! She might just be the nicest, most relaxed person you will ever meet!

Describe your Style: Depends on my mood. Mostly casual beach-y with a little edge.

Favourite Girl Friday piece: The new Kensie Leopard dress! -Super cute with tights and boots for fall. Also the Numph velvet dress that I'm wearing in the photo!

How do you spend your time: I'm a huge fan of group dinners, so definitely laughing with my friends with some drinks of course! I love movie nights with Jiffy pop, games nights (I'm a scrabble champ!). On a nice day I love to go shopping, checking out music in the city or just drawing in my sketch book!

Favourite Food: Sushi!

Favourite thing about Toronto: It's impossible to be bored in this city! There's almost too much to do! There is literally something for everyone, and I love that!

What's in the Window

Girl Friday "Keller" dress in red (also in black) $130
C'est Moi black belt $35
SQ black clutch $28
Erica Weiner bangles $12 each
SOOS silver star chain $45

Incredibly flattering and incredibly comfortable, the Keller dress is definitely a season favourite!


Fever London "Maple" dress $158
HOBO Lauren metallic clutch $135

If you follow our blog, you know that we have been featuring a Fever dress almost every week for the last month. It's not hard to see why, because every dress they make is absolutely stunning and completely unique!


DISH Zipper pants $94
Numph embellished tank $70

The Zipper pants have been flying out the door. They fit perfectly in a tall black boot, and are an easy way to give some edge to any outfit.

What's in the Window

Fever London "Amilia" tunic $120
BIKO charm necklace $79

Another stunning piece from Fever London. They seemlessly merge decades of fashion. This dress has the flavour of 70's glam, but the modern touch of femininity and the soft blush pink.


Girl Friday Debbie dress $130
Margit Brandt beaded necklace $40
HOBO Nancy wallet Taupe $105

The Debbie is the perfect easy to wear dress. Throw it on with a pair of tall boots and a necklace, and you are set for the day! Plus, it has pockets, it can't get any better than a dress with pockets!



Charlotte Tarantola wrap sweater $105
DISH Catarina Halles $96

We love Charlotte Tarantola's unconventional takes on classic clothing. Her line of sweaters and knitwear are silhouettes we all know and love with colours, prints and details that will remind us that fashion doesn't have to be boring!

Girl Friday Friends and Family Sale!

Make sure to print or show this digital flyer in store to qualify for this fantastic discount! Don't want to miss out on the next promotion? Follow us on twitter, become a fan on our Facebook page, or follow our blog! We'll have more exclusive sales like this over the coming months!

Meet the Girls: Christina

Born in Nova Scotia, Christina moved to Ontario at the ripe old age of 2. Growing up loving theatre and film, Christina went to College for Theatre Arts. After graduating, Christina moved to Toronto to have more acting opportunities, and she loves it so far! Christina has found her way to Girl Friday, and we are happy to have such a lovely addition to our team!

Describe your style: Rocker Chic!

What's your favourite piece in the store: The New Dish zipper pants! So comfortable and only $94!

How do you spend your time: I love watching movies, baking, shopping, and of course going for drinks and coffee with friends!

What's your favourite food: A medium rare steak, baked potato with sour cream and yorkshire pudding!

Favourite thing about Toronto: I just moved here, but so far it's the shopping. I love all the awesome independent stores! (Girl Friday being my favourite of course!)

What's in the Window

Girl Friday Loretta dress Grape Satin $130
Margit Brandt black scarf (other colours available) $30
OA key necklace $20

Stunning colour! The Loretta is a classic cut that flatters by accenting the waistline and creating a smaller waist with an A-line skirt. It comes in black for those of us who are more modest, but if you want to turn heads at your holiday party, go bold in Grape!

Fever London dress $128
C'est Moi black belt $35
C'est moi studded clutch $38
CPAK leather bracelet $40

For those who have found Fever London, you know their dresses are a perfect combination of cut and colour with a price tag that won't break your bank. This gorgeous red offering from the UK brand works great alone with boots and tights, or belted for a night on the town.

Soia & Kyo Suzy down jacket $250
V. Fraas plaid scarf $26
DISH Paris Savona $96

It's actually here. We knew it was coming. The air is crisp and definitively chilly. The best protection from the bite of winter is a Soia & Kyo down coat. Down is nature's insulator, and when it comes to staying warm, I'll go take Mother Nature's advice!

Meet the Girls: Chanel

Most of our customers know Tessa & Kelsey by now. You've seen us in the stores and on the blogs, but there are a few new faces you might not know yet. We'd like to formally introduce you to our new generation of Girl Friday girls!

Chanel is a work-study student, who is working with us for the fall semester. Hailing from Scarborough, Chanel has dreams of one day opening her own store inspired by Japanese fashion. Chanel hopes to start her first year at Ryerson's Fashion Design program in September 2011.

How would you describe your style: Crazy! All over the place and unique. One day I'll wear a cray pink harajuku dress drowned in over-sized jewelery; then the next day I 'll rock a formal blazer, some skinnies and gothic combat boots.

What is your favourite piece in the store: There's so many awesome pieces, but right now I'm torn between the Girl Friday "Miller" dress- which is perfect for the season, and the Charlotte Tarantola grey & white cardigan. (both have sequins which I love!)

How do you spend your free time: I love shopping in Kensington Market, so many unique finds in such a small area. I also love to shop on Ebay and Etsy. I spend massive amounts of time looking through the pages on my computer.

What's your favourite food: Way too many! I love food! Lasagna is amazing, and PHO! Oh, and Chili, oh boy! Cheesecake is also a huge weakness of mine!

What's your favourite part of Toronto: I love everything about Toronto. There's so much diversity and interesting events and people! It wasn't until recently that I realised how amazing Queen St West was, how cool Yorkville is and how many hot guys there are in Koreatown!

What's in the Window

Girl Friday Miller dress Plum (also in grey) $150
Erica Weiner bird bracelet $15
HOBO Nancy wristlet $105

Party season is upon us. We love sequins for winter; perfect for a dance floor, they add instant excitement to your night and will remain a classic in your wardrobe!

Gentle Fawn "fortune" sweater dress $76
Erica weiner bangle $15
SOOS star necklace $45

Keep your winter warm and simple. Sweater dresses are a refreshing change from jeans. Paired with tights and boots, they are feminine, yet still practical for the cooler days that lay ahead.

Free People "tea" alpaca/wool knit $118
DISH Siena Jeggings $74
Cureous Design chains $50
C'est Moi tank $18

A new style of Jeggings from Dish. The Siena are a slim bootcut, made from the same soft and stretchy fabric as their skinny jeggings. Not sure what jeggings are yet? Stop by and try them on, and we promise you will want to leave with a pair!

Spotlight on: Erica Weiner

If Erica Weiner's vintage inspired, hand-made jewelery hasn't won you over yet, then maybe the fact that they donate 5% of after-tax profits are donated to charity will! Hand-made in New York City, the line was started by Erica herself with an emphasis on craftmanship and affordability. We love it for the feminine, delicate look that always comes with an edge. The jewelery is either brass, silver plated or gold plated to give an luxurious look without the high price-tag. Here's a few of our favourites from the Fall collection.

Brass Handcuffs necklace $40

Birdcall necklace $55

Hummingbird skull $80

Flapper Knot chain$50

Pink gold filigre ring $35
Brass feather ring $32
Filigre earrings $28

What's in the window!

Fever London "Picasso" shift dress $150

HOBO Lauren clutch Steel Blue $135

CPAK bracelet $25

Fever London hails from (you guessed it) London, England. Their dresses are classic silhouettes that flatter a woman the way she should be, and they use delicate and exciting prints to bring their classic style to the modern world.

Girl Friday Danielle dress black satin $130

BIKO charm necklace $79

CPAK bracelet $25

SQ clutch $50

The Danielle dress makes a glorious return for Fall in a rich satin fabric. It's perfect for holiday parties, snowy dates and late-night drinks. We won't let winter stop us from looking fabulous!

Soia & Kyo Lovey down coat $320

If you haven't already jumped on the Soia & Kyo bandwagon, this coat might bring you aboard! Hailing from Montreal, Soia & Kyo know how to dress Canadians for a Canadian winter. Insulated with real goose down, plus a water resistant coating, not only will you look sleek and stylish, but you will actually be WARM! It is possible!