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a bootie for all seasons

Posted in Uncategorized by upcboutique on October 21, 2009
Vivienne Westwood Booties for Melissa

Melissa Booties at upc boutique

Style doesn’t have to be impractical.  Wear with skinny jeans, leggings or even a skirt with opaque tights.  Either way, you’ll stay dry, comfortable and chic.

The perfect bootie for a rainy day.  100% waterproof .  internal platform for comfort and relaxed arch.

only $145 at upc boutique

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B.Y.O.B.F.F.

Posted in Uncategorized by upcboutique on October 13, 2009
BFF Pic
 
Thursday Oct 22nd 7pm to 10pm
upc boutique
128 1/2 cumberland street – lower level
 There’s nothing better than shopping with your bestest friend. While all our sales staff are consistently honest in our opionions, we know there is no one’s opinion you trust more than your own BFF.

On Thursday, Oct 22nd we’d like to celebrate the gift of friendship – bring your BFF or meet a new BFF. Either way, they’re your ticket to savings.

So here are the deets:
If you and your BFF make a purchase each, receive 25% off each item.

Dont fret, if only one of you makes a purchase, you’ll still receive 15% off.

And if any of you purchase an item from that week’s ‘La Look of the Week’ (stay tuned,) receive an additional 5% discount.

DRINKS, NIBBLES AND MUSIC PROVIDED BY YOURS TRULY.

Looking forward to seeing you all and your BFF’s!
RSVP always appreciated.

upc boutique’s La Look of the Week – Oct 5 to 11

Posted in Uncategorized by upcboutique on October 7, 2009
purchase any item from La Look of the Week, within the week, to receive 10% off
Fall 2009 Look

 

On our lady:
Cocoon Shrug by Sessun:  $350
Face print tshirt by Pleasure Principle:  $145
Charcoal pant by Iro: $315
Waterproof Melissa black booties:  $145
Leather bag by Iro:  $599
 
On our man:
Stangler hoodie by Complex Geometries:  $249
High as a Kite tshirt by Pleasure Principle :$144
Pant by KZO:  $98
Boots by Chronicles of Never:  $295

www.upcboutique.com

Fall 2009 Men and Women Essentials

Posted in Uncategorized by upcboutique on October 2, 2009

I’m noticing a lot of you layering your Spring / Summer pieces trying to keep warm.  I’ll be honest, i’m guilty of the same.  Its my way of trying to hold onto those warm summer days when taking an outdoor stroll was something to be enjoyed.

There is a reality check though thats hard to miss….its F*@%ing cold outside!  And while winter certainly is not my cup of tea – big chunky sweaters and water proof booties make the thought a little more appealing. 

So, in the spirit of winter, keeping cozy and warm all the while, upc boutique gives you our 5 essentials to look hot this Fall.

Oversized Cozy Sweater

Complex Geometries

 

1.  Oversized Cozy Sweater or Cardigan:  This piece in a neutral color such as black or grey can be styled with almost anything.  Skinny jeans, leggings – flats or heels you’re sure to be dressed appropriately warm while looking very stylish!  Check out Iro, Sessun and and Complex Geometries for some of the more interesting takes on such a classic piece.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.  Leather:  Yes my friends, leather is back and its back with a vengenance!  From leather jackets, pants to leggings we’re loving the edginess it adds to any ensemble.  Travis Taddeo leggings or a Velour cropped jacket are great options.  For those of you that may not want to go too full on with this, simply adding leather details such as a Speech necklace will give the edginess you’re looking for.

Fall 2009 Essentials

Thomas

 

 

 

3. Ripped, Shredded and Distressed:  Jeans to sweaers to tshirts you’re bound to find a hole in something!  Embrace the hole and use it as a way to show off your layering capabilities.  Now you can definitely distress existing pieces in your closet but if jazzing up an old piece isn’t your thing, designers like Thomas, Iro and Chronices of Never have done the work for you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fall 2009 Essentials

People's Market

4.  Red:  This color is sure to get your heart racing.  For the more daring of you, check out People’s Market Red Jacket and make a statement.  For those not so bold, adding red details to any of your outfits is a sure way to make yourself standout anywhere.  And for you singletons out there, I’ve heard that a reserach study was done on what color attracts the most males….Im sure you can guess. 

 

5.  Menswear:  Think Winona Ryder in Girl, Interrupted.  If you haven’t seen the movie (you should!) we’re talking classic tailored vests, menswear front pleat pants and oxfords.  Check out Sessun’s relaxed grey pant that can either be rolled up above the ankle or rolled down for a full leg look.

upc boutique’s La Look of the Week

Posted in Fashion by upcboutique on September 25, 2009
La Look of the week
(Sept 25 – Oct 2)

* purchase any item from La Look of the week, within the week, to receive 10% off   

 
 

 
 
On our lady:
1.  Sessun cardi:  $354
2.  Iro jumpsuit:  $425
3.  Iro leggings:  $105
4.  Speech necklace:  $220
5.  Melissa waterproof booties:  $145
 
On our man:
1.  Folk vest:  $244
2.  Folk tshirt:  $90
3.  Folk scarf:  $156
4.  Folk boots:  $460
5.  KZO trouser:  $98
 
upc boutique
p. 416 929 9209
website:
www.upcboutique.com
 

Thomas Spring 2010

Posted in Uncategorized by upcboutique on September 10, 2009
Thomas Spring 2010 Preview Coming Soon....

Thomas Spring 2010 Preview Coming Soon....

ShowOFF Event Pictures at upc boutique

Posted in Event, Fashion by upcboutique on August 4, 2009

Photos by Fara Winestock.

Coverage of the event by Blog TO.

Vivienne Westwood for Melissa Fall 09

Posted in Fashion by upcboutique on July 30, 2009

The perfect pump ($160.00) for a rainy day – yes my friends, there is such a thing!  

VivienneWestwood for Melissa Fall 2009

VivienneWestwood for Melissa Fall 2009

The jelly shoe has been a pretty big trend for the last few seasons.  No one does it quite as well as brazilian label Melissa, known for their collaborations with top designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Alexandre Herchcovitch and Karim Rashid.  
If you’re interested in placing an order contact us at info@upcboutique.com

1 garment through the eyes of many

Posted in Event by upcboutique on July 22, 2009
upc boutique upcoming event

upc boutique upcoming event

Pictures of Babar Khan

Posted in Event by upcboutique on July 4, 2009