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SHEIN brings bubble magic to îLESONIQ with the ultimate festival fashion experience

Get ready, festival-goers! SHEIN, the leading global fashion e-retailer, is making a splash at the îLESONIQ music festival this summer with a vibrant, bubble-themed pop-up. On August 10 and 11, they'll transform you into a festival-style icon with their fun and trendy fashion.

The highlight of this pop-up is the "Transformation Station," where you can book an appointment for a complete festival makeover. From the latest SHEIN outfits and accessories to professional hair and makeup, they’ve got you covered. Keep an eye on SHEIN’s Instagram for appointment updates as the festival dates approach.

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Montreal's Christmas Bar Is Back — Here's All Yule Need To Know

Montreal's festive bar scene is getting a holly jolly shake-up with the return of "Miracle." Through December 26, the seasonal cocktail sensation serves a merry mix of yuletide spirits and kitschy decor at 132 Bar Vintage. The atmosphere is cheesy and charming, making it an irresistible stop for both the Christmas-obsessed and the bah-humbug brigade.

The cocktail menu spans a dozen creatively crafted drinks that taste like Christmas in a glass. From the "Christmapolitan," a festive take on the classic Cosmo with vodka, elderflower, and spiced cranberry, to the "Snowball Old-Fashioned," where rye whiskey meets gingerbread, each drink is a merry masterpiece.

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A Mega Thrifting Pop-Up Sale Is Coming To Downtown Montreal This Month

Ontario's largest travelling thrift event, "The Street Market," is making its next stop in Montreal. On August 12 and 13, Alexis Nihon will host a showcase of pre-loved fashion, combining sustainability with style. The clothing pop-up offers an opportunity to refresh your wardrobe and make more eco-friendly choices.

From noon to 5 p.m., multiple vendors at "The Street Market" will display curated second-hand items, including vintage, streetwear, womenswear, and accessories. The popularity of the market and the anticipation it generates amongst thrift enthusiasts — evident in the lines that form before the doors even open — point towards a shifting tide in shopping habits.

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A 'Call It Spring' Pop-Up Is Coming To Downtown Montreal With Fashion Finds & Free Popsicles

A blend of fashion and free refreshments is sweeping into Montreal this weekend. A lime-coloured "Call It Spring" truck showcasing the season's hottest styles will find a temporary home on rue Sainte-Catherine near the Eaton Centre in downtown Montreal.

On August 4 to 6, the 100% vegan brand promises an immersive retail experience for fashion enthusiasts and the budget-conscious. Visitors to the truck between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. can expect a different kind of shopping experience. Those looking for style suggestions can keep an eye out for the Gretchen, Major, Refresh, and Wildwest — the brand's top picks of the season.

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A 'Scent'sational Pop-Up By Sephora, H&M And Mugler Is Coming To Downtown Montreal

Sephora, H&M and Mugler have announced an upcoming immersive fragrance event in downtown Montreal, featuring the new Angel Elixir perfume. The pop-up promises a unique sensory experience that will allow consumers to "fully immerse themselves in the scent."

The May 11 experience will take place at Sephora on rue Sainte-Catherine, with sampling stations for attendees to check out the fragrance, as well as an infinity mirror and other interactive elements (TBA) that promise to stimulate sight, smell and touch. Those who purchase a 50ml Mugler perfume will receive an additional gift.

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A Huge Vintage & Self-Care Pop-Up Market With Over 60 Vendors Is Coming To Montreal

Spring is slowly approaching (despite the grim Marc-April weather outlook). Sooner rather than later, it will be time to pull those old shorts and sandals out of your closet and prepare for the sunny days of summer. If your wardrobe is outdated and needs an urgent update, you might want to check out this market coming to Montreal.

The free-to-attend Turquoise's Treasures mega pop-up is back from March 30 to April 2 and will feature about 60 vendors in total, organizers say. They promise plenty of vintage clothing, shoes and jewelry.

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The W Hotel In Montreal Is Opening A Hip-Hop-Inspired Cocktail Lounge (PHOTOS)

Hip-hop and Hennessy have history and there's an exclusive pop-up cocktail lounge now celebrating that connection in Montreal. The Sound Box at the downtown W Hotel is serving cognac-based beverages in a swanky setting through April 2023.

Up to six people at a time can enjoy a private LP listening party in the neon-lit lounge, surrounded by hip-hop albums and rap icons.

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A Boozy Halloween Pop-Up Bar Has Arrived In Montreal With Spooky Cocktails & Wicked Music

The countdown to Halloween has officially begun and if you're already in the mood for some spooky and boozy hangouts with your crew — then Montreal's 132 Bar Vintage is your go-to place.

After a successful preview back in August, the award-winning Black Lagoon pop-up bar will be taking over the refined saloon in Ahuntsic for the whole month of October and you can expect an immersive 5 à 7 in a "creepy-as-hell" atmosphere.

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