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Alexandra C. |
Thursday August 25, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIn a series of weekly hair posts, here comes the second installment of quick and easy hair styles. Like I previously mentioned, Jenni and I visited Robin Barker Salon just a few weeks ago. Here is a very classy up do Robin demonstrated on Jenni. The style definitely maximizes style while minimizing time and effort. What I love about Jenni’s hair do is the fact that you could take this style from...
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday August 24, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWhile doing some online shopping, I mean, "research", I came across these multi-strand, beaded necklaces. I love the look of a statement necklace that takes an outfit from ho-hum to wowza! Then I looked at the price tag- close to $500.00 for each of those? Say what?! I decided to look up some DIY recipes for statement necklaces instead and stumbled upon these instructions for a multi-stranded...
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Alexandra C. |
Thursday August 18, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basJenni and I went to the Robin Barker Salon the other day and Robin Barker himself was there on hand to show us some quick and easy up dos for a day time, casual look. This look interprets the messy bun as seen on many of the runway shows, but toned down to make it wearable for school or the office. What I love about this ‘do is the fact that it isn't fussy, it doesn’t require much effort...
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Tasha |
Tuesday August 16, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIs there anything better than a bubble bath? I’m talking about a long, hot soaking dip in the tub. Neither the warmth of the cosiest blanket, nor a hot cup of the freshest coffee can compare to the luxury of an evening bath. Turn on Adele or a little Ellie Goulding to unwind and try one of these bath time beauties. 
1. The ultimate bath experience isn’t complete without your favourite playlist....
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Jennifer Kim |
Friday August 5, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAs an homage to Amy Winehouse, this week we decided to try out her signature winged eyeliner look. This cat eye widens your eyes and is a dramatic alternative to a basic eyeliner/ mascara duo. Don't get scared off if you have a shaky hand, with practice you can achieve the winged eyeliner look easily. You only need a liquid or a gel-liner with an angled brush to get that perfect winged...
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Tammy |
Wednesday July 20, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basStep 1 Start by removing the old nail polish you have on. You always want to start your pedicure with clean, residue-free nails. Use a cotton ball/pad soaked in nail polish remover and rub your nails until they are free of polish.
Try: (1) Sally Hansen Nail Polish Remover
Step 2 Soak your feet using Epsom salt, or use a foot soak, to relax tired feet and help soften skin so it'll be easy to...
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Claire |
Friday July 15, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus bas*image credit: Lacquerized.comAt ChickAdvisor HQ, we're suckers for new nail trends. Whether we're sporting the trendiest solo colours of the season, going graphic with wild press-on prints, or trying our hand at the hot Half-Moon Mani, playing with Crayola-coloured bottles of polish turns us back into giggling preteens at a birthday party sleepover.
One trend we're hearing more...
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Tasha |
Monday June 20, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basBlue is everywhere these days: blue sky, blue water...blue eye shadow. It’s a tough colour to wear, but when you use it properly it’s a stunning way to add some colour to your look this summer. So ChickAdvisor asked Covergirl make-up artist Greg Wencel to give us some tips on how to go blue.
There's a myth that only blue-eyed girls can wear blue eye shadow, but whom does it look best...
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Tasha |
Wednesday June 15, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basRemember in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Oompa-Loompas had fabulous orange skin and sang a warning when Violet Beauregarde and the other misbehaving children stepped out of line? Or the Jersey Shore crew who took GTL (Gym, Tan, Laundry) to the extreme? The orange skin worked for them, but that’s not the look you want after applying bronzer in the morning. Lancôme make up artist Lora...
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How much effort goes into looking effortless? Surprisingly, not that much when you’re using the right products and techniques. Lia Parsley went to Ritual on King Street West in Toronto, to learn how to create effortless beach hair from Senior Stylist Vivian Ng using nothing but one's hands and a blow dryer.
Step 1: Towel dry hair by squeezing (not rubbing) out moisture. This is especially...Continue Reading
How much effort goes into looking effortless? Surprisingly, not that much when you’re using the right products and techniques. Lia Parsley went to Ritual on King Street West in Toronto, to learn how to create effortless beach hair from Senior Stylist Vivian Ng using nothing but one's hands and a blow dryer.
Step 1: Towel dry hair by squeezing (not rubbing) out moisture. This is especially...
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