With the music-festival season starting soon, the Vancouver Sun is showing you what to stock up on before heading into the crowds at Coachella, Sasquatch, Bonnaroo, etc. Needless to say that umbrellas and wellies are on the list!!!
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Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010Boots In The City
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010With the highly anticipated release of Sex and the City 2, we started thinking: “I wonder which boot Carrie Bradshaw would wear?” This eventually lead us to think about the rest of the gals. So in true Brianna and Kathryn fashion, here is our opinionated take on Sex and the City boots!
Carrie Bradshaw
K: When I think about Carrie Bradshaw’s wardrobe, aside from dollar signs and designer labels, I think colour and originality. How many times have you watched an episode of Sex And The City and thought, “I can’t believe she’s wearing that!!” But secretly, she pulled off the belly tops and overalls. The Carrie Bradshaw boot has to be vibrant, daring, and it doesn’t hurt having a well known label. So in true Carrie Bradshaw fashion, I chose 3 pairs to deem the “Carrie Bradshaw” boot:
B: Well I would like to argue that I am a WAY bigger fan of Sex and the City than Kathryn, and perhaps the world! (When I was proof reading this K spelt Carrie, Cary! Haha) Although I didn’t start to watch the show until after the series ended, I became some what obsessed. I have probably seen the entire series at least 4 times, I have books, a board game and one of my favourite things is I have walked over the bridge in Paris that Carrie and Mr. Big kiss and make up in the series finale! Now I would probably proclaim I am more of a Carrie and after watching the second movie I am still amazed at what she can pull off. Vintage mixed with couture, and bold color choices is how I would describe Carries so as my choice I would choose the Dav Karma Boot. Its loud pattern in a riding boot style mixes everything that we love so much about Carries style!
Samantha Jones
K: Samantha Jones is a powerful woman, with a little sass. Looking through her wardrobe, she can go from a great suit, to a risque dress. The Samantha boot needs to be sophisticated, with a little something extra. And like Cary, you know she loves her brand names! For Samantha, I say the Hunter Carnaby Boa
B: Obviously the first thing that pops into my head when I think Samantha Jones is sex and that’s basically all you need to say. So whats sexier than Sam Jones? The Hunter Carnaby Boa of course! Nothing says sexy like black snakeskin!
Miranda Hobbs
K: Miranda is a classic mom on the go. A successful career woman, and a mother of one, she has a lot of running around on her to-do list. The Miranda boot has to be slightly more modest than her friends, and above all: Comfortable!! That it was I chose the Kamik Ellie Chocolate.
B: This is where I would like to argue with most women. I think a lot of people see Miranda as just a less sexy up tight version of the other girls, but in this second movie Miranda brings it! She has some of the sexiest outfits (her dress at the wedding was beyond drool worthy) and she rocks the Mom look better than anyone I know! So as for my pick I choose the Kamik Janis Navy. The Kamik brand is excellent for a mom on the go because of its slim fit and comfortability! And the fun sunflower print is anything but boring!
Charlotte York-Goldenblatt
K: A mother as well, Charlotte leads a slightly more mellow lifestyle compared to Miranda. It’s not coincidence Charlotte and classy both start with a ‘C’, they’re basically synonyms. And although I can’t picture Charlotte trudging around in the muck and rain, there is still a pair for her. The Charlotte “boot”, in my opinion, are the black Dav flats. Perfect!
B: Charlotte York-Goldenblatt is a women after my heart. I was once told by a psychic that I had an old soul and she asked me if I had a thing for vintage. And although I hate going and riffling through vintage stores I absolutely love the classic 50′s house wife look! I seriously think besides 18th century Rococo I would go back to the 50′s just so I could wear Diors New Look. But getting back to Charlotte I think that because she is so classic that I would have to go with the Original Tall Black Hunters.
We’d love to hear what you think about the girls as well as what boots you think Stanford would wear!!!
Brianna and Kathryn
The Globe and Mail Knows We Heart You
Monday, May 31st, 2010We love it when we’re loved…..and so should you….read The Globe and Mail’s piece on what we are up to to ensure you are happy little vegemites when you visit to both our flagship location and our online store…we’d love to hear from you about your GumDrops experiences……
2 Hour Closure Wednesday May 12th
Friday, May 7th, 2010Please Note:
We will be closed
for 2 hours on
Wednesday May 12th
between 12pm & 2pm
Thank you for your understanding
Shanda
DAV in Teen Vogue & National Post
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010Just arrived in store….this seasons hottest item…..well so says Teen Vogue & The National Post…..and me too!!!! The black wedge and cow boy from DAV rain…will have you loving the Spring showers and we all know that we have had our fair share of showers this season….!!!!
We love these because they are practical, stylish, and oh so chic. Not to mention that the Safari cow boy boots are ON SALE!!!
Bogs Boot for Burns Bog
Monday, April 19th, 2010I love the saying “learn something new each day”……and that I definitely do……
A guest came into the store asking for boots to wear in a bog….. now the only knowledge or memories I have of a bog was the Bog of Eternal Stench in the movie the Labyrinth….with a name like that I’d gladly give it a miss. However the fact that we have a bog so close to home piqued my interest, so I Googled Burns Bog. I found out that is is a thriving unique ecosystem due to its chemistry, form, flora, fauna and size as one of the world’s largest undeveloped ecosystems in an urban area. Read more….
Who would have thought that with the cascading concrete landscape I call home there was such a fabulous ecosystem so close …now it all makes sense as to why the “taller” boots are definitely the boot of choice….. the spring showers have definitely made is a mushy muddy pit… I will definitely be making a trip to Burns Bog this Summer!!!!
Rascally Flats-Spring Style DAV Rain Flats
Friday, April 16th, 2010
No they arent the full on trudging through the mud rain boots we have all grown to love….but they are they are the newest and cutest addition to the GumDrops line up of waterproof footwear. If you are jumping teeny tiny puddles this Spring or just want to look super cute then this is the perfect solution for you…..theses DAV Rain flats available in leopard or go with everything black…..available in sizes 6-10. Don’t Miss out!!!
These ballet style flats are stylish, comfortable and made from natural rubber to be waterproof. Breathable footbed with PORON cushioning adds extra comfort and only $29
Team Development Day-April 12
Monday, April 12th, 2010Today, April 12th 2010, GumDrops’ Flagship location will be closed for a Team Development Day.
We will reopen on Tuesday April 13th with our new Spring/Summer Hours @ 11am. See you then!!!
The GumDrops Team.
Perfect Spring MUST HAVE? Hunter Wellies!!!
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010Yes, yes we all know the saying April showers bring May flowers…but it also brings a chance to get this springs MUST HAVE!!!
While most people spend their time and energy denying that it’s rainy season again….they forget to think that a practical pair of wellies could be the solution to all their soggy problems!!! We all know that keeping feet dry during the month of April can become a full-time occupation or extreme sport while dodging those pesky puddles!!!
One fashion column has found the solution to all your problems and say, Hunter wellies are THE boots to wear when it is raining.
“As it’s welly-boot weather again, keep your feet snug and dry with the latest addition to the Hunter boot range of ultra gloss wellies now available in black, turquoise, violet, citrine or graphite,” the Press and Journal advises.
Hunter wellies should be teamed up with a pair of fleece welly-boot liners for extra warmth, the article adds.
Why not joing the growing list of celebrites who wear them fashionably proud….like Alice in Wonderlands, Anne Hathaway (its not even raining either….she must LOVE her boots)
Paralympic pride!!! Go Canada GO!!!
Friday, March 12th, 2010After coming down from such a high of the Olympic games…I have to tell you it was nice to have a break….However my energy has rejuvenated and I am so excited for the Paralympics to come tonight!!!
There is something so inspirational about these athletes that surpasses that of the able bodied….I have recently been thinking of the feat it would have been for them to not only get into physical shape but to over come the mental road blocks I am sure that they have endured to get to such a phenomenal stage. I totally give you a red mitted high 10….I found the link to the 2010 site that is showcasing the cultural Olympiad and it absolutely rocked me to the core….so I just wanted to share….hopefully it it makes you laugh cry and get inspired to do anything you want!!!
Todays post…….just a complete expression of excitement and pride…..GO CANADA GO!!!









