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Wednesday October 5, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe've fallen head over heels in love with the ombré look! We saw it in hair and on nails - the ombré lip is the next big thing!
(From Left) Miu Miu model looks classic and glamorous with an ombre lip. Ombre nail art is a modern and simple look that looks way more difficult to apply than it is. Lauren Conrad has been at the fore front of the ombre movement sporting the hair, lips and...
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Tuesday October 4, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basHalf-Moon Manicure has been around since the 1920's but it was pretty much forgotten until the late 2000's when it re-emerged, but more than ever before. A twist on the half moon mani- the V-Shape Half-Moon Mani made an appearance at Spring 2012 fashion week giving this nail trend a modern boost. Since then, it's cousin, the edgier 'V-Gap' manicure has...
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Tuesday October 4, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe've being feeling pretty catty lately at ChickAdvisor. So catty in fact, that we've become obsessed with leopard print! I personally sported some leopard print tights in last week's pose-off, and my pick for last week's 'We're Obsessed With' was a pair of leopard print boots. I just adore leopard print because you make it casual, with a cute accent piece or really go...
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Monday October 3, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIt’s been so chilly outside not only do I need my morning latte to keep warm but I also need my chunky knit sweater to wrap up in! A great sweater can not only be practical but added to an outfit can become a fun statement piece of a point of interest. Here are some of our favourite knits:
Here's something else to keep you toasty- play our Buy/Borrow/Steal: Knit Sweater Edition for a...
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Monday October 3, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe're back with more Toronto street style, and this week we're mixing it up between eclectic, collegiate- equestrian and classic chic.
We caught up with Adria, Nadja and Alison, and while I'd like to crown them all "Most Stylish", this is after all a contest and we want to know what you think! Take a look at the three chicks and tell us: whose style do you like the most?
My favourite...
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Friday September 30, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf there is one thing that last week's We Love Fridays post taught us, it's that glitter is awesome. Pure and simple. I appreciate glitter in all forms, whether it be in an all over sequinned way or even as just a little sparkly accessory. Instead of doing a statement piece in glitter, sometimes it is best to tone it down and play it classy. That's what we are doing with...
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Friday September 30, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basRecently, I made the very unpopular choice of picking Justin Theroux for the win over Gerard Butler in our last Gratuitous Hottie Face Off. I was overwhelmingly overruled and Gerard won your votes by a country mile. This week, I feel another debate coming along as we pit Hugh Jackman against Hugh Dancy in this week's Hottie Face-Off.
In the red corner, we have the sweetheart star of films like...
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Wednesday September 28, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAccording to TheWeddingReport.com, 'Rustic Weddings' are the new trending wedding theme! It seems that brides-to-be are in love with the charm, vintage feel and simple elegance of barn yard venues and wildflower bouquets that embody this theme. Think natural elements mixed with a western vibe and bring that all together with fun DIY crafting sessions. And in true country style- bring in...
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Wednesday September 28, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basOne of my all time favourite flavours is pumpkin. It's nostalgic aroma brings back all those memories of Thanksgivings and Halloweens. Chicks, tell me now, is there anything better than curling up with a good book, magazine or DVD with a pumpkin spice latte? I think the answer to that would be no. Being thrifty and a DIY adventurer, I set out to find a pumpkin spice latte recipe that could...
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Tuesday September 27, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIt was the first official day of fall last Friday but we've been gearing up for colder weather for a while now. It should be noted, that in Chick Advisor staff world, 'gearing up' means shopping. Because our heads have been filled with fall trends, leather jackets, faux furs and cute scarves lately, we decided that we should make this our new "We're Obsessed With".
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