Hiiiiiiiiiiiii!

I know, I know, you have been dying without me.  Well, I’m back (no eye rolling…) AND I have pics of the new store!  Which some of you have seen because I posted some on FB… but this makes it really official.  Yes, the second Lola & Emily is OPEN for business at 4920 Sherbrooke Street West between Claremont and Prince Albert in Westmount.  Amanda and I are very excited, but both admit that it was weirdly anti-climactic.  I mean, it all came together quite easily… last Wednesday night, we were all set up and ready to go at like 7:30pm… and on Thursday we opened at 10am… and guess who our first customer was??? You got it!  My Mom!  (and her friend Toni… who deserves a shout out for being our 2nd customer!) Anyhow, it was a bit strange to have all this anticipation and then just be open… like that. 

Ok, blah, blah, blah.  I could go on for hours here… but here are some pics!  First, I feel it is appropriate to remind you what it looked like when we got the space

The space when it was Indigo… granted, this is circa 1996

The space on day 1 of renovations January 12th, 2010

And here are photos from this morning…

So, there you have it.  I have lots of stuff running through my head to say about the process and some of the hiccups (yeah, I’m talking to you, Sentinelle Alarm company…) but for the moment, I am going to leave it at that.  Some pictures of our beautiful (I think) second store, with curtains lovingly hand printed and made by Sally, filled with flowers and plants from friends and family, and pulled together with the love and support of so many people (you know who you are).  Thanks and welcome to Lola & Emily #2.  We hope you like it!

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Tuesdays with Marnie by Marnie

I.WANT. HER. JEWELRY.

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DON’T YOU????

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Favourites, Love it or Leave it, Things we love by Amanda

So, maybe Nudie’s aren’t you thing……

We aren’t here to judge you….oh no….in fact we totally understand!

That’s why we have The Chelsea fit by Joe’s Jeans. The Chelsea is a ’skinny’ leg jean but it tapers from the knee down…….honestly, you just have to try them!

Joe’s Chelsea Jeans, $220,00

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Pants by Amanda

198$ at the St- Laurent store.

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The Girls by tate

Marnie and I both agree that the Oscar’s last night were a snooooooze fest but there where some very pretty dresses happenin’! Here are some of my favorites:

Sandra Bullock in Marchesa

Miley Cyrus in Jenny Packham

Meryl Streep in Chris March

Zoe Saldana in Givenchy

Diane Kruger in Chanel

SJP in Chanel

Aren’t they all just SO gorgeous!!!!????!!!! Can you guess my favorite?

Its SJP in Chanel! I just love the overall look, the color mixed with that neckline and the original detailing…..

Which one is your favorite?

photo’s via style.com

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celebrity style by Amanda

This new top from Designers Remix is literally the brightest piece we have in the store! It just represents Spring; all bright and fresh! It has amazing detailing on the sleeves and fits perfectly. I think it looks best when paired with dark denim, but would even look cute with some white jeans………

Designers Remix Collection Top, $199,00.

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tops by Amanda

Any thoughts on the brows at the Balanciaga Fall 2010 RTW show?

Although its not a look that will transfer to the streets, at least I hope, I like that its unique!

photo’s via style.com

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fashion shows by Amanda

Wear a cape?

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I would…..a little one like this, if I could pull it off like she does,

and if I could have her bag….just sayin’!

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would you ever by Amanda

A new day, a new line!

Well, for Lola & Emily at least!

Parker is a New York based line that is both sophisticated and sexy at the same time. For example take a look at this top we have in stock in Westmount,

Sophisticated

Sexy!!!!!!!!

See what I mean! Parker is THE brand that will deliver for you when you are looking to find a great peice that you feel comfortable in, look amazing in and and can take you from day to night.

You can’t ask for much more than that!

Parker top, $209,00

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This Just In, tops by Amanda

Love ‘em or Leave ‘em……the shoes from Phillip Lim’s Fall RTW collection?

I would wear those puppies in a heart beat……..

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Love it or Leave it, fashion shows by Amanda