Got the game on the EU release date (June 14th), and it opened in early to mid September. I didn't TT for it either.
Passing those fashion checks was a nightmare.
Katrina's shop was the last one added to my Main Street. I often thought of visiting her shop while it was too late and missed out on getting a reading.
I got my game on June 27 last year, but I didn't get T&T Emporium until the 12th this month. That's over 10 months! It didn't help that I often missed Gracie since I don't play every day, and sometimes when Gracie was in my town, I didn't have any of the clothing she was looking for...