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Two 20s
With brands such as Zoo York, Baby Phat and Juicy Couture on the roster, I’d be hurrying on down to DC Sample Sales ‘ (96 Spadina) Less-Than-$40 sale if I were you. Today (Thursday, December 30) is the last day to score all those killer accessories and clothes, so get moving. 10 am to 8 pm. 416-364-2869.
Shoppe shop
More is always more when it comes to the breadth of footwear in your closet. Keeping this in mind, another must-attend Boxing Day sale ending today (December 30) is the one at ortho shoe specialist the Foot Shoppe (55 Bloor West and others). We all know quality shoes – Taryn Rose, Stuart Weitzman, Geox, anyone? – can be on the pricey side, so take advantage of the savings while you can. 10 am to 8 pm. 416-964-6400.
Sim city
Cruising the College strip? Don’t forget to pop into local designers Sim & Jones (388 College), where until tomorrow (Friday, December 31), you can save up to 30 per cent off men’s and women’s winter wear (lots of cozy scarves and ponchos), jewellery and home accessories. Thursday 11 am to 6 pm, Friday 11 am to 5 pm. 416-920-2573.
One of a kind
Fashionistas have been counting the days until Lileo’s (building 35, 55 Mill) one and only sale of the year. If you’re not familiar with the store, think of it as a 2,000-square-metre treasure chest packed with the trendiest booty – for your trendy booty. Think skin care to sneakers, jeans to books, dresses to music, and all the best accessories in between. Get ready to salivate. Some of the must-buy sportswear brands include Lacoste, Puma, Adidas and Nike White Label, plus fashion faves like Da-Nang, Blue Tattoo and Emerge. And not to be cruel, Lileo is running the sale until January 30. 416-413-1410.
