Claire's Archive

Did you watch the Super Bowl last night?  If so, you had some hilarious ads to distract you from the 7-layer dip and Mike's Hard Lemonade.  This VW Passat commercial starring a mini Darth Vader was my absolute favourite:



Unfortunately I now have to spring for a remote starter system for my minivan, since my 6-year-old son was also watching the commercial and got a few ideas. ...

Last year we saw the topknot, the pixie and ombré colour as the big hair trends.  Early in 2011, all signs are pointing to The Ponytail.  And the reason we're so excited is that at last we have a hairstyle most of us know how to recreate at home.

(Looks like all those bad-hair-turned-ponytail days paid off in spades, no?)

We saw it on the Spring/Summer 2011 catwalks...
Jessica Jensen...

Our blogger besties are talking up luscious lips, Valentine's gifts, and hearty stews this week.

Gifted loves this adorable wooden puzzle that doubles as kid bedroom decor, while Kim Vallee found a nifty way to package Valentine sweets.

Beauty Geek is in Paris, taking the sights and noticing that French women don't do bright lipstick.  It's their loss, n'est-ce pas?

Sweet Potato...

The Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAGs) were presented this weekend, and as usual, we have some fashion to gush and snark about.  Especially after the fun we had dissecting the Golden Globes.

Stars Who Traded Up
You'll have a tough time finding a unified opinion on January Jones' Golden Globes dress (it was a barely-there red number, remember?), but in my humble opinion, I think she...

One of my New Year's resolutions is to pamper my hair more often.  It's long, colour-treated, and most days has a mind of its own.  While using a serum is a no-brainer way to boost shine and manageability, starting with the right conditioner is even more important.

These are the top 8 reader-rated conditioners on ChickAdvisor right now:

For Every Day
(1) Garnier Fructis Color Shield...

We comb the web everyday for the hottest deals to be found.  This week, our wallets are in serious danger from lustworth bag clearance sales, cheapy lattes, and more.



Matt & Nat are clearing out their fall collection for up to 70% off, including this gorgeous red vegan leather bag for just $112!

Coach also has a 20% off coupon valid on Coach Factory Store purchases.






Groupon's national...

This week, our Style Collective friends are all over the map with a few of our (new) favourite things!

The latest addition to our posse is Sweet Potato Chronicles, and this week they're serving up some scrummy Pumpkin-Gingerbread pancakes (look out, Mommy-to-be!)

Buttoning all the way up may be prim 'n proper, but it's also crazy sexy don't you think?  (via Coco & Lowe)