Hey! There's a new UpsideDive site!

We've got a new site! Yes-yes y'all! Head on over to UpsideDive and keep up with all our happenings and  adventures!

Sometimes a small push can send you exactly in the direction you're looking for...

With the building scheduled for demolition, the physical UpsideDive shop located at 269 Queen St. East will close permanently on Sept. 30, 2012. We will be having a 'Farewell 269' sale for the month of September with most items on sale for 20-30% off or more.

For the next lil' while we'll be taking a break from a retail shop, but will still be hunting for vintage goods — and selling online and at the occasional flea. We're focusing more on interior design & consulting projects, and a new website with more information will be online shortly. If you are currently looking for design assistance please email us at upsidedive@gmail.com for more info. 

We've experienced and learned so much in the last six years, and we're excited for what is next to come.

xo

mike&ang

UpsideDive

Wise words of John Cage.

Was reading the latest issue of Apartmento last night and this John Cage quote from a Nick Currie comment piece resonated with me.

"The first question I ask myself when something doesn't seem to be beautiful, is why do I think it's not beautiful. And very shortly you discover that there is no reason."

Just something to think on.

-m.

UpsideDive Holiday Gift Guide Part 4

Whammo. Christmas is here. With 2 more days people are a-hunting, a-running, a-shouting. But of course it doesn't need to be so stressful, try talking to the owners of your favourite local shop. I'm sure they have some solutions for your holiday gift giving problems. With that note we'll conclude our own Holiday Gift Guide, the shop is open till 3pm today and of course give us a call if you have any questions.

5 picks $25 & under

1. '70s floral deadstock tea towels - $10 each

2. Leather box belt satchel - $18

3. Caramel carved key brooch - $20

4. Worn Journal Issue 13 - $6

5. Belgium Boch creamer & sugar bowl - $15 for the set

5 picks $50 & under

1. Sage green & white metal fan - $45(SOLD)

2. Black patent '60s purse - $50(SOLD)

3. Card Suite Decanter set, made in France - $35

4. Black, turquoise and silver Barbini glass bowl - $35

5. Faux leopard box hat & collar - $35 for the set

5 picks $100 & under

1. Red, black & white loom wall tapestry - $65

2. Cobalt blue slung glass Viking floor vase - $80

3. Caramel faux sherling lined ankle boots - $60

4. Black leather & suede Danier jacket - $65

5. Sterling Silver & Green Amber necklace and earring set - $90

Close-up of the Silver/Green Amber necklace & earring set. 

Happiest of Holidays and an awesome New Year!!!

xoxo

mike&ang

UpsideDive

UpsideDive Holiday Gift Guide Part 3!

Whammo! Christmas is almost a week away you guys! Sokay though, we've got you covered. Jewellery & accessories, kitchen stuff to lighting. We've got bunches of great gift ideas...and on that note, here's a few more!

5 Gift ideas $25 and under!

1. Brown sheepskin mitts, unisex size S/M  - $25 (SOLD)

2. Vintage pure wool argyle leg warmers, sz. S/M - $25

3. Gold tone rose sweater clip - $20 (SOLD)

4. Broadhurst Kathie Winkle Calypso cereal bowls - $24 set of 6

5. Broadhurst Kathie Winkel Autumn Glen toast plates - $24 set of 7

5 Gift Ideas $50 and under!

1. Lime green Harris Tweed Blazer, sz. XS/S - $45

2. Hornsea Bronte ceramic canisters - $35 for the pair

3. Guzzini white&clear cake keeper - $30

4. Sterling silver modernist bracelt - $45

5. Stacked filing drawers - $40

5 Gift Ideas for $100 or under

1. '70s wool tapestry art - $75

2. Bally black suede w/sheepskin lining boots - sz. 8.5/9 - $75

3. Smith-Corona Corsair 710 turquoise&white typewriter - $65

4. Swedish white glass globe & teak lamp - $85

5. West German Chartreuse pottery jug by Jasba - $75

Next saturday will be the last in the four part gift guide, be sure to contact us if you're looking for that lil' special something.

But ultimately have a Happy Holidays!

xomike&ang

UpsideDive

UpsideDive Holiday Gift Guide Part 2

It's week two of December and we've had a few bouts of light snow but nothing permanent. Of course this doesn't mean Christmas isn't a-coming. So let's get to the good stuff - week two of gift ideas at UpsideDive.

5 awesome gifts $25 and under

1. Swedish black & copper taper candlestick holders - $20 set

2. Restaurantware cups, 2 styles - $4 a mug

3. Brass & tiger's eye ring - $25

4. Black vinyl doctor's bag style purse - $25

5. Flower picking girl & dopey St. Bernard dog stitch art - $20

5 amazing gifts $50 and under

1. Set of two gooseneck fiberglass shade lamps - $50 set(SOLD)

2. Soft yellow snakeskin peeptoe heels, sz. 7 - $35

3. Genuine ostrich skin fold wallet - $30

4. Set of 4 cut mold blue glass drink goblets - $30 set

5. Flora stitch linen pillow - $30

5 astonishing gifts $100 or under

1. Off-white standing nude figurine - $75

2. Charcoal faux fur opera coat - $65

3. Gold tone Monet double link choker - $55(SOLD)

4. Danish Scan-Globe on acrylic base - $65

5. Boulet brown leather ropers, sz. m9.5/w11 - $85

Of course we have Gift Certificates in any denominations and please shoot us an email if you're on the hunt for that particular gift - we may just have it.

xoMike&Ang

UpsideDive

UpsideDive's Holiday Gift Guide Part 1.

Yeah, we've jumped on the bandwagon. We thought it might be nice to offer up our own Holiday Gift Guide, just a lil' something to remind you that we have a varying amount of perfect vintage gifts and at different price points! Each Saturday we'll do a run down of 5 picks under $25, $50 and $100.

This week starts off with some lovely pieces for $25 or less! 

1.West German brown/mustard/rust glaze plant pot $18

2. Melitta Navy and floral print cake plates 4 for $20

3. wine leather wallet with fleur de lis print $25

4. winter scarves $15 each many colours/prints

5. white enameled & pewter diamond pin $18

If you're in the mood for spending a bit more, we have many gifts for $50 and under.

1. lovely vintage wool red & black blanket $45(SOLD)

2. turquoise Dansk Kobenstyle sauce pot $40

3. black leather envelope clutch $35

4. caramel leather & faux fur ankle boots sz. 8-8.5 $45

5. Japanese mirror winter scene print with a very Marchesa Casati feel $40(SOLD)

And for $100 you can be a stellar gift giver with these picks.

1. Purple & blue Op Art print $85 

2. Brass & black '50s torch lamp $75

3. Purple West German pottery piece $85

4. Brown tartan hooded cape sz S/M $65

5. Ralph Lauren '90s tartan one-strap backpack $95

Don't forget we also offer Gift Certificates in any denominations and if you're looking for that special something, just ask! Otherwise stay tuned for next week's picks.

xom&a

UpsideDive

A guide to follow.

Just found out about this awesome new online guide to independent retailers/shopping called Shopikon. Currently featuring shops in New York and Vienna, but more to follow soon. I really like the look of the site and all the shop pictures they include. The write-ups seem more in-depth, like they actually take the time to speak with the shop owners.

Also we've got the new issue of Designlines in store and there's a really creative photo spread on bed coverings. Be sure to stop in and grab your free copy!

Shop closed this Sunday, August 7.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but the shop will be closed this Sunday, August 7, 2011. We will reopen Wednesday Aug. 10 for our regular hours.


Thanks!

UpsideDive in the Toronto Star.

We've been a bit busy of late so it slipped our minds to mention the article that the lovely Rita Zekas did about us for the Toronto Star. We're very grateful that Rita happened across our lil' shop and liked it enough to feature. Check it out here - Zekas: The upside of vintage.

Shop closed Wed. July 27 to Fri. July 29, 2011

The UpsideDive shop will be closed from Wed. July 27 to Fri. July 29 and will re-open for regular weekend hours Sat. July 30, 10-5pm and Sun. July 31, 12-5pm. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions or inquiries please email us at upsidedive@gmail.com or call 416-546-3037 and leave a message and we'll get back to you in a flash!

Have a great long weekend!

Mass Modern Moodboards

Wright Auctions just had their Mass Modern Auction yesterday, with pieces going for some very affordable prices. Ang and I thought it would be fun to each mock up a living/dining room with the pieces available. Using some criteria of what was needed(i.e. one sofa, one armchair, dining table, set of chairs, etc.), we sifted through the whack load of beautiful stuff and put together two moodboards reflecting some of our personal style (and yes we know artwork is not scaled to size but that's why getting creative ie. murals are a good option).  We didn't have much time to crop and clean up white space... this was an exercise in fun.

We separately completed our boards the evening before the auction/results. Funny thing is we picked a few of the same pieces - these minds think alike! We're happy with the end result, hopefully you'll appreciate it too! Here is the tallied $ totals/final results of each room:

my rooms came in at a hefty $26,502 (my room also contains three more pieces than ang's)

LIVING ROOM
Anonymous untitled print (goats on the beach)


In the manner of Arredoluce easel lamp


Ward Bennett lounge chair


George Nelson & Associates sofa


V'Soske carpet


Charlotte Perriand bench from Les Arcs, Savoie


After Superstudio Gherpe lamp


Edward Wormley coffee table


George Nelson & Associates wall-mounted cabinet


Mariyo Yagi String lights, pair


In the manner of Wendell Castle occasional table




DINING ROOM
In the manner of Paul McCobb globe


T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings dining table, model 1785


Ettore Sottsass vase


La Gardo Tackett planter


Toni Zuccheri Giada decanter, model 8666


In the manner of Tommi Parzinger dining chairs, set of six


Verner Panton Flowerpot lamps, pair


Melchiorre Bega wall-mounted cabinet from the Villa Sacchetti, Rome


Gabriel Delponte Fluke




Ang's room came in give or take $17,034. (we say give or take, because of two reasons. 1- she selected the la fonda coffee table as the dining table. for an additional $1000 we'll pretend its been upgraded to a dining table version. 2- the bayer print must not have sold as no result was posted. we have used the highest estimate amount for this piece)

DINING ROOM


Philip Pearlstein Two Nudes on a Blue Coverlet (artwork)

Melchiorre Bega wall-mounted cabinet from the Villa Sacchetti, Rome


Venini Fiji vase

Florence Knoll cabinet

In the manner of Paul McCobb globe

Charles and Ray Eames La Fonda coffee table (DINING TABLE VERSION. it could happen)

Ejvind A. Johansson dining chairs, set of three

Viktor Schreckengost Jiffy Ware pitchers

In the manner of Karl Springer console

LIVING ROOM

Yonel Lebovici LEM table lamp

Charles Pfister Pfister sofa

Herbert Bayer five works from Seven Convolutions (artwork)

Italian Three Arm floor lamp

Bitossi occasional table

V'Soske carpet

Edgar Bartolucci Barwa lounge chair (SHEEPSKIN THROW)

Paul Laszlo stool

This weekend! 20% off shoes and accessories in the shop! PLUS...

we've got  clothing racks of $5-$10 items in the shop now until end of June. And stop by this weekend to get 20% off shoes,  bags, belts, scarves, and jewellery.

just a sampling of the SALE pieces available:

jean vest $5

floral jumper $10

tangerine knit cardigan $10

pale blue trench coat $10

This weekend 20% off all clothing in the shop!

Come Celebrate With US!!!

SHOP SHOTS!

It's the end of May and June is just around the corner. Bright colours and summery fare are popping up everywhere in the shop this week. Here's a peak at what you might see if you saunter on in:

SHOP SHOTS!

A few new pieces have come in and they are eye catchers, but we thought we should also give a little extra attention to some of our wallflower items, that blend so well into the background, they might be missed otherwise. Here's a sneak peek of what you'll spy in the shop this week: