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Monday November 25, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThe other day was a rotten, no good, really terrible day for me and in an effort to perk myself up, I went into the nearest drugstore and bought myself a new mascara. Did I need it? Nope. Did I want it? You betcha. I'll be honest, I didn't really look at what I was buying, I was in a bad day haze and picked up the first thing that appealed to me. I decided to try out my new purchase the other day...
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Monday November 25, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basJLaw has been on a fashion roll lately. Catching Fire was just released, and she's been making the premiere rounds and showing off her couture chops. I have to admit, I was not on board the pixie train at first but with her uber chic styles she's been wearing the hair is werkin' for her. She's all sorts of sophisticated and fashion forward and I'm loving it so much I can't even pick one red carpet...
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Friday November 22, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAside from presents, my favourite thing about the holiday season is entertaining. I love bringing people together, having a laugh or two and sharing a fabulous meal. A few years ago, we hosted an awesome cookie exchange party. This year, I'm feeling a little grown up and I think a retro dinner party is in order.
Part of what makes the perfect dinner party is having the perfect table...
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Friday November 22, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAfter a hard, rough and intense work week, I need some relaxation time and a little chuckle to help me start off my weekend. All I want is a good laugh. With that in mind, we found an awesome quote; Just a little pick me up for the end of your week.
Now, pin away! Be sure to keep these gem handy!
And let us know: what's your favourite quote or saying? There's also a forum on this,...
Continue ReadingNow, pin away! Be sure to keep these gem handy!
And let us know: what's your favourite quote or saying? There's also a forum on this,...
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Thursday November 21, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basSo, as you may remember, my bod is currently a wasteland of dryness because of the awfulness known as winter. It's all parched and thirsty and is calling out for hydration! Last week, we gave you a major round up of some of our favourite facial moisturizers that keep our skin soft n' smooth. This week, we're back with 20 body lotions and moisturizers that keep us supple.
Stock up on these...
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Thursday November 21, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basChristmas starts with cocktails. Obviously. I mean, it's a sure sign that the holiday season, is a comin' when you start loving spiked eggnog lattes and cranberry infused gin cocktails. Ahhhh... and happy hour commences!
We stopped by Toronto hot spot Hudson Kitchen and asked them to give us the low down on how to be your own bartender this holiday.
They gave us three cocktail recipes...
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Tuesday November 19, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe haven't had the first snowfall yet, but judging by the sharp cold air and the grey sky today, snow isn't far off. While I am not a huge fan of a major snowfall (traffic getting to work is not fun), I do love a good pair of boots.
They're so stylish and you all know what ugly feet I have, so any chance to cover 'em up is a good one. Here are 20 pairs of gorgeous, super cute and practical...
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Tuesday November 19, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basSo we're smack dab in the middle of November and I'm in full hibernation mode. Like I mentioned last week, I am all about the cozy nights in. News alert: the outside sucks. So stay in this month and do fun indoor activities instead (game night, anyone?). Hibernation mode also makes for the perfect time to catch up on your to do list. I have few things to cross off my list this season, including a...
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Monday November 18, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThe idea of having a set list of rules for your beauty practices really appeals to me. I think it's essential to develop your own look and have a signature style.
I recently came across these 10 beauty commandments and couldn't help but think they were on to something. I've been working on my personal list with ideas and rules to help me make the most of my look; to...
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Monday November 18, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe've been chatting a lot about winter skin remedies lately and with good reason: it is frackin' cold out. I think I can speak for us all when I say our skin is parched like a dessert with no rain.
So this week, we want you to review hand creams and foot care. 'Cause you know I have some gosh darn ugly feet and my hands are so rough it they feel like sandpaper! Help a sister out and send in...
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