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Jun 21st 2011 | 7:17 am
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I have been here 13 years, and still get yearnings for things from the UK, but the fact that they are not always readily available here is what makes them a treat! Why would anyone want to recreate their own "Little Britain" in Canada, when they no doubt railed against that sort of mindset in newcomers to the UK (and don't say that that attitude is not widespread back home -- I did it myself!).
Jun 21st 2011 | 7:22 am
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each to their own eh? I just thought it would be of interest to some. Better get back to building my little British Empire!
Jun 21st 2011 | 7:25 am
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Indeed Jericho! Well said. There ain't nothing wrong with a little bit from home. I've adapted my shopping/eating habits since coming here - you just adjust, but every now and then it's lovely to come across something familiar.
Jun 21st 2011 | 11:44 am
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I'll be glad when there are fashionable clothes in the stores. I like to dress in fashionable, comfortable clothes. Each to their own, but I'll be happy for one.
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Jun 21st 2011 | 11:38 pm
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I came to Canada for love so perhaps my perspective is very different to someone who has spent years trying to get to Canada to begin living what they consider to be their dream life. So whilst I am getting on fine out here, every once in a while I get a yearning for something from back in the UK. I think that's ok!?! I second the other comments on food shopping and the creativity of UK retailers and suppliers. Visiting the UK over the summer and will be making the most of Waitrose. 
Oh and yes, to just make it clear, Next stores aren't open here, but they have recently started shipping to Canada.
Oh and yes, to just make it clear, Next stores aren't open here, but they have recently started shipping to Canada.
Jun 22nd 2011 | 2:53 am
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Next - yes i read they shipped here & signed up for emails
I moved to Canada for a better life with space, more relaxed & better env for my kids however, this doesnt mean that I have to wear my pjs out etc.. I miss nice, affordable clothing that we had in the UK - doesnt mean i want to go back, doesnt mean i want to create a "Little Britain"
Surely, we are allowed to pine for some things, doesnt mean we are knocking Canada at all - sure they are plenty of expats world over that miss things "natural" to their birthplace ie.. Tim Hortons
I moved to Canada for a better life with space, more relaxed & better env for my kids however, this doesnt mean that I have to wear my pjs out etc.. I miss nice, affordable clothing that we had in the UK - doesnt mean i want to go back, doesnt mean i want to create a "Little Britain"
Surely, we are allowed to pine for some things, doesnt mean we are knocking Canada at all - sure they are plenty of expats world over that miss things "natural" to their birthplace ie.. Tim Hortons
Jun 22nd 2011 | 5:53 am
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Next - yes i read they shipped here & signed up for emails
I moved to Canada for a better life with space, more relaxed & better env for my kids however, this doesnt mean that I have to wear my pjs out etc.. I miss nice, affordable clothing that we had in the UK - doesnt mean i want to go back, doesnt mean i want to create a "Little Britain"
Surely, we are allowed to pine for some things, doesnt mean we are knocking Canada at all - sure they are plenty of expats world over that miss things "natural" to their birthplace ie.. Tim Hortons
I moved to Canada for a better life with space, more relaxed & better env for my kids however, this doesnt mean that I have to wear my pjs out etc.. I miss nice, affordable clothing that we had in the UK - doesnt mean i want to go back, doesnt mean i want to create a "Little Britain"
Surely, we are allowed to pine for some things, doesnt mean we are knocking Canada at all - sure they are plenty of expats world over that miss things "natural" to their birthplace ie.. Tim Hortons
I have ordered a couple of things. They came in two days, I didnt have to pay any duties or taxes.
Jun 23rd 2011 | 1:30 am
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www.nextdirect.com
I have ordered a couple of things. They came in two days, I didnt have to pay any duties or taxes.
I have ordered a couple of things. They came in two days, I didnt have to pay any duties or taxes.
Jun 24th 2011 | 11:04 pm
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I noticed in Vaughan Mall last week that there was a River Island - nothing like River Island in the UK. The Canadian version was bland, bland, bland! I wonder if the Canadian version of Top Shop will be the same? BTW thought the store 21 Again was great - very funky! Not seen it elsewhere tho - is this a chain?
Jun 25th 2011 | 12:06 am
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I don't recall the U.K. chain selling anything but badly made toot with random nonsense over-printed all over it.. Hardly the Kings Road or South Molton Street.. More akin to an overpriced Primark..
Jun 25th 2011 | 12:09 am
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Yes I agree - but it didnt even have anything that mad you want to work through the door! Just wondering if British retailers change what they sell depending on the country?
Jun 25th 2011 | 1:27 am
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Forever 21 is a chain, it was in the US to start with I think, and it is pretty good for what I'd call fast fashion - affordable up to date looks. I know there's one at Dundas Sq in Toronto, and they are soon to be opening a huge one in the Eaton Centre.
I'm not sure that Top shop would go to the bother of designing a line just for Canada.....the whole reason they bothered opening their US stores was because people like what they can buy in the UK stores, so I think it would defeat the purpose.
I'm not sure that Top shop would go to the bother of designing a line just for Canada.....the whole reason they bothered opening their US stores was because people like what they can buy in the UK stores, so I think it would defeat the purpose.
Jun 25th 2011 | 1:47 am
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I'm not sure that Top shop would go to the bother of designing a line just for Canada.....the whole reason they bothered opening their US stores was because people like what they can buy in the UK stores, so I think it would defeat the purpose.
Jun 25th 2011 | 5:35 am
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Forever 21 is in London now!
Jun 26th 2011 | 9:37 pm
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