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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:15:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Style Fan on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1944087 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 09:18:39 +0000 Style Fan 1944087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am so sorry to hear about your health challenges Viv.  You look wonderful at your daughter's wedding.  Lovely dress.  So classic and very you.  Your daughter looks beautiful and the venue is wonderful. Montreal is a wonderful city.  We love it.  Suz and LaPed have given you some great ideas for shopping.  I find that even the chains have different merchandise than Toronto or other major centres.  Sandwich is a great boutique in Outremount and there are some other interesting ones.  I like Sarah Pacini but I don't think that is your style. Holt Renfrew has some beautiful clothes.  I love to look for inspiration (mostly).  I also like The Bay on Ste. Catharines.  I find it different than The Bay anywhere else. I wander up and down Saint Laurent and look in the boutiques.  I have found all kinds of things.  Mount Royal is also interesting.  You need lots of time to look. Enjoy your time in Montreal.  It is a gorgeous city.   Echo on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1944052 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 04:19:11 +0000 Echo 1944052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, I am so glad to see you back on the forum. My heart goes out to you regarding your health challenges, and I hope you will be on the mend. You and your daughter are both absolutely beautiful, and she and her groom make a beautiful couple. Congratulations to her! It must have been a VERY emotional last few months for you. Anonymous on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1944047 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 04:13:07 +0000 Anonymous 1944047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wishing you nothing but health & happiness, well, and great fall goodies too. Karie on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1944025 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 03:28:52 +0000 Karie 1944025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am so sorry to hear about your breast cancer diagnosis. Prayers and healing thoughts are with you. viva on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943871 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 20:45:12 +0000 viva 1943871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Waving back at you, Gail. I absolutely love Camden. Have fun! Gail on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943869 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 20:41:06 +0000 Gail 1943869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ PS I'm heading to Camden Maine this weekend for week, I'll wave to you Gail on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943868 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 20:39:56 +0000 Gail 1943868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Feel better Viv , you look stunning in the pic. Rest up now and rebuild your energy, sending a hug your way. Elizabeth P on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943745 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 15:04:55 +0000 Elizabeth P 1943745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>I'm really sorry to hear about your health challenges Viva.  I had noted your absence and was hoping all was okay.  I must say, despite what stress etc you must have been going through, you looked amazing at that wedding!  </div><div> </div><div>Hoping StyleFan will chime in, she spends a lot of time in Montreal.  </div><div> </div><div>On top of what Suz said, St. Catherine's St is the big shopping street.  You'll find COS there, and within a block there is All Saints, and Eileen Fisher.  These are the three stores I beelined to in the limited time I had there!</div><div> </div><div>If you want to window shop, check out Holt Renfrew.  Very high end.</div><div> </div><div>Great to see you posting again! </div> rachylou on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943619 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 07:29:35 +0000 rachylou 1943619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love your daughter’s wedding dress. And your MOB dress was absolute perfection. Sorry to hear about the diagnosis and ensuing trials of treatment. You’re clearly a tough cookie and have incredible energy... ...and lol re being unconvinced re summer dressing! I feel you should get something with interest. Like, not a plain navy cashmere jumper... cindysmith on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943554 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 02:51:25 +0000 cindysmith 1943554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sending you lots of (((hugs))). That's a lot on your plate anchie on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943294 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:18:12 +0000 anchie 1943294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ No shopping advice, but wishing you full recovery. Hope you still managed to enjoy your daughter’s wedding. Cerinda on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943286 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:10:11 +0000 Cerinda 1943286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, Viv, you and your daughter look entirely wonderful!  I'm glad you've weathered your treatment.  Sending hugs and good energy. Sara L. on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943260 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:47:25 +0000 Sara L. 1943260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm glad to hear you're doing better, but so sorry that you had to go through breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.  Your daughter looks lovely and her dress is beautiful.  I noticed your red shoes right away and think that was a brilliant pairing.  I need to remember to do something similar with my red sandals.   viva on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943211 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 14:10:35 +0000 viva 1943211@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Diana - those red shoes were really a hit, I have to say. Many women commented on them. And I loved knowing that they were $25 from Target!!!! And comfortable even after 8 hours of wear, and loads of dancing. Diana on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943207 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 14:06:49 +0000 Diana 1943207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Vivian, I’m sorry to hear about your recent health woes but glad to hear that you are on the mend. You look gorgeous in the photo from the wedding - love the red shoes! And congrats to you and your daughter! No suggestions for Montreal - just wanted to say hi and that I’m thinking of you. <3 Carla on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943193 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:21:10 +0000 Carla 1943193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow! The pics from the wedding are fabulous, and I am happy to see you on the forum and read you post. Vey sorry to learn the reason for your absence and learn of the trial you have been through. Sue has provided great info for your Montreal trip and I'm hoping Stylefan might pop in to comment, because she spends time in Montreal. I'm glad of the advice from Angie because I'm looking to add something trendy to my own closet this fall, but haven't quite got a fix on what that might be. A beautiful piece of one of a kind craftwork - jewelery, scarf, bag - might be the way to go for a memento of your trip that transcends fads and changes in size. Suz on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943189 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:03:06 +0000 Suz 1943189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, I see you in menswear glen plaid and caramel! :)  Colette on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943184 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 12:37:53 +0000 Colette 1943184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your absence on the forum hasn't gone unnoticed by me. I'm really so sorry to learn about your health issues. I just can't imagine what you've been through especially during the wedding prep. Sending some healing energy, and a big hug, your way as you get back to yourself and go forward. Your daughter's wedding looks like it was a lovely event and you look just beautiful! Congratulations to the bride and groom! Thank you for sharing the pictures. I have no Montreal shopping suggestions to offer and no insight into fall trends other than what was at NAS. The most obvious fall trend to me was plaid. You have a naturally great style and I am looking forward to seeing any gems you find. Enjoy your trip! Suz on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943174 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:58:55 +0000 Suz 1943174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Viv, I am so very sorry about your health issues. There's never a good time to face that but in the midst of wedding prep for your daughter it must have been particularly stressful and emotional. I'm so glad that treatment is finished for now and I wish for you a full recovery. A trip to Montreal seems just the ticket.   You look absolutely stunning in those photos, happy and glam, and your daughter's dress is so romantic and elegant.  Some suggestions for shopping and food while there.  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://laurierouest.com/en/home/">Laurier Ave in Outrement. </a>  You'll find a La Canadienne flagship boutique there as well as the more reasonably priced Sandwich, which LaPed already mentioned. This is for high end boutiques. You can find others down on Sherbrooke Ave.  The Old City -- for a few unusual boutiques with local stuff as well as some designer shops, for jewellery, scarves, etc. There are also some vintage stores in the area.  Boulevard St. Laurent has some really interesting and funky spots. M0851 for leather. For a different department store to what you know, check out Simon's.  Shopping will be end-of-summer stuff --- August is hot there -- so there won't be much fall stuff available yet -- but you might get a deal or two. Your dollar will go far and there is no tax on clothing, so even if it is something for next summer, you could consider.  I recommend a visit to the <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mbam.qc.ca/en/">Musée des Beaux Arts</a>. There is usually something interesting there and the restaurant is lovely for a lunch.  We've had some terrific meals at <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.restaurant-damas.com">Damas. </a> Classic Montreal is<a rel="nofollow" href="http://restaurantlexpress.com/en/"> L'Express.</a> The food ranges from sensational to just okay but it's usually solid, and it really makes you feel you're in Quebec.  Most  restaurants in the Old City are overpriced and not very good but there are a few exceptions. Here's a list of some good options (city wide): <a rel="nofollow" href="https://montreal.eater.com/maps/38-best-restaurants-in-montreal">https://montreal.eater.com/map.....n-montreal</a> Some specific suggestions:  <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mtlblog.com/best-of-mtl/best-montreal-fashion-boutiques">https://www.mtlblog.com/best-o.....-boutiques</a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.likealocalguide.com/blog/10-cool-shopping-spots-in-montreal/">http://www.likealocalguide.com.....-montreal/</a> Have a wonderful trip -- enjoy!  Bijou on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall/page/2#post-1943171 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:52:48 +0000 Bijou 1943171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Viva, you always look beautiful and especially so at your daughters wedding. This time of year I think we are all over the weather, for me, the novelty of winter has worn off. I hope your treatment is successful, breast cancer is scary, and unfortunately so common. Have a wonderful holiday, you really deserve to spoil yourself. lyn67 on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1943162 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:15:26 +0000 lyn67 1943162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am so sorry to hear  about your troubles, Viva! Life weights us down sometimes but we have to fight and see the beauty  in between our burdens, too!  Hope you have a speedy recovering! You are such a stylish couple and you look gorgeous at the wedding -your dress  was perfect for a MOB-elegant but not fussy, just love it!:-) DD's wedding dress (the fit,  cut and texture) are killer & they are a beautiful new couple, congrats for the event & hugs! Inge on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1943160 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:12:52 +0000 Inge 1943160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>No tips for Montreal but just wanted to say that I've been thinking of you (I saw your news on Facebook) and wish you a full recovery. You and your daughter both looked amazing, and am glad you had this happy event to look forward to during your treatment. Have a brilliant time in Montreal.</div><div> </div><div>Inge</div><div>xxx </div> Jaime on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1943089 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 03:37:10 +0000 Jaime 1943089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You and your daughter look perfectly beautiful and the wedding setting is a dream. I am so sorry you have been dealing with breast cancer and its treatment - and I wish you the best of health going forward. Enjoy your weekend in Montreal and treat yourself a bit at least. Aquamarine on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1943041 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 01:22:58 +0000 Aquamarine 1943041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I’m so sorry you’ve been going through this. I hope you have a speedy and complete recovery. You look your fabulous, stylish self in the photos, and your daughter is absolutely lovely. Thanks for sharing. Debora on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1943040 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 01:20:45 +0000 Debora 1943040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Viva, I've never seen you look more beautiful. Congratulations on your daughter's wedding! What a lovely couple and beautiful bride. And YOU are absolutely STUNNING! Wishing you all the best and a full recovery. Enjoy your getaway and be sure to tell us all about Montreal! xo Angie on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1942996 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 23:24:34 +0000 Angie 1942996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Viv, you in that Frame blazer is unforgettable bj1111 on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1942995 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 23:23:04 +0000 bj1111 1942995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ viv, first, your daughter is so beautiful and you are glowing as the mother of the bride. second, i promise you that you will get through this.  along with everything, breast cancer is one of the few cancers where weight gain is a feature.  can't catch a break. Janet on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1942951 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 21:46:46 +0000 Janet 1942951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Vivian, you and your daughter look amazing and radiant in the photos! Best wishes to all!  I'm so sorry you've been through the health challenges of the last few months. One of my dearest friends is going through it again, five years after her prior bout with BC. She's on a long regimen of chemo and radiation though, as lymph nodes are involved. I'm so glad you are spared that, and I hope you have a full and quick recovery!  You've gotten some good advice already on fall, and I've been pretty predictable with my NAS purchases of mostly black items, but I'm feeling good about the state of my closet without chasing any terribly new trends, so I'm not much of a trailblazer right now. I'm sure you will look fab, no matter what.  Hugs to you! Anonymous on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1942929 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 21:03:40 +0000 Anonymous 1942929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ VIVA- I know you may feel like you have been through the wringer but you do look great- that’s half the battle when dealing with health issues you know. I always consider it a plus when you “feel like hell but manage to not look like you have been there for a visit”- lol. You looked outstanding on your daughter’s wedding day ( as did all of you folks in pics). We had to cancel our Spring trip to Montreal and QC so I would love to hear YLF Friends responses for when we reschedule. Have a great trip...... kerry on "Hello again - and 2 questions about the fall" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hello-again---and-2-questions-about-the-fall#post-1942928 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 21:01:29 +0000 kerry 1942928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hard to find fall items in Canada right now but Montreal is fab for shopping. So different from the rest of Canada. Your daughter, her husband, you and your dad? look gorgeous on wedding day. What a beautiful and interesting venue. You’ve had a roller coaster few months ... sending positive thoughts for continued good health.