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Thursday November 24, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basI'm starting a 'Glitter/Sequin/Sparkle Appreciation Society' (p.s. that's GSSAS for short) and you're all invited to join!
It's no secret that I have a deep love for all that glitters and I'm not shy about sharing that love! A few months ago, I shared an obsession for a pair of glittery Miu Miu pumps which got me thinking- why couldn't I find a less...
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Thursday November 24, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basEat, drink and be merry! Wise words for the holiday season! Join in the cheer with a delicious cocktail for the holidays- this one makes a perfect party drink. Guests will be impressed with the fab garnish and equally fab taste! However, if all the party planning has got you all worked up, nothing takes the holiday stress edge off like an indulgent cocktail and a little 'me- time'!
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Wednesday November 23, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basOne word: rhinestones. Now, don't freak out just yet. This isn't some tacky, gaudy rhinestone nail art that will leave you looking like a Jersey Shore reject.
The key to subtle, sweet sparkling nail art with rhinestones is keeping it simple. Try not to go bejewelling-happy and overdo it. One rhinestone on a nail looks cuter than 10- trust us!
We have 5 nail art designs...
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Monday November 21, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basI haven't ever been quiet about my love for glitter here. This is the first time however, that I have questioned my love.
Here's the question- would you wear sequinned shorts?
(from top left) Tibi Sequin Shorts (US$285.00), Patrizia Pepe Sequin Shorts (C$145.00), Robbi and Nicki Snakeskin Sequin Shorts (C$263.23)
In theory, I love them- they're fun, sparkly,...
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Monday November 21, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWhy do men have to be so difficult to buy for? If the men in your love are anything like mine, each year you're stumped as to what to buy for them. This year is going to be different though because ChickAdvisor has got your back! Whether your buying for the outdoorsy type, a couch potato or a total techie we have you covered with some of the hottest gifts for the 2011 holiday season.
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Monday November 21, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIt happens slowly- first, you hear 'Jingle Bell Rock' on the radio, then you start to notice the increasing number of Christmas commercials on T.V. and pretty soon, you're seeing holiday themed coffee cups in every single person's hand! It's that holiday time and ChickAdvisor has caught the bug!
We're feeling extra special generous around this time so we have two...
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Friday November 18, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAccording to People Magazine, 2011's 'Sexiest Man Alive' is none other than Bradley Cooper! We've debated the hotness factor of Cooper before and we can agree that the man is pretty smouldering.
That being said, it seems to many of us ChickAdvisor staff as well as the general public that there was a major oversight in the making of this decision.
Where is our...
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Friday November 18, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basI've eyed several fashionable ladies out n' about in ChickAdvisor HQ area sporting these satchels and each time, I've been extremely jealous.
(images via cupcakesandcashmere.com, fashionsquad.com, lookbook.nu)
Not only does this satchel come in quite possibly the best colours ever, but the bag itself is a great buy. The structured look is studious, classic and has a...
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Thursday November 17, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basCall it the 'bridezilla syndrome'- it's what happens to good, normal brides-to-be when suddenly all their rational thinking goes out the window and they need to have exactly what they want- no matter what the cost. I am fairly certain that 'bridezilla syndrome' is why we rarely hear people gloat about having their dream wedding and coming under budget.
However, you...
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Thursday November 17, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus bas While you may be scoffing at the thought of baking cream puffs from scratch- "you want me to bake that- by myself?", don't freak just yet.
Cream puffs are surprisingly simple to bake and with the right ingredients, come out perfect almost every time. I've made cream puffs- or 'Pate a Chou' as the fancy and French call them multiple times and every time they've been a...
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