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I'll be the first to admit: my morning beauty routine usually consists only of cleansing and blemish management (read here: camouflage). I've worn glasses since high school, so a great deal of emphasis on eye makeup was rather lost on me for a long time.

I have since realized that girls with glasses can get away with so much more than our fair-visioned friends. Bold eye makeup is toned down...
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The concept of jeans with an individual fit, fabric and wash that will tailor the denim to each person's body sounds too good to be true. That's what Genetic Denim claims to do, and after wearing these jeans twice this week, I am beginning to think their claim may be for real.

Genetic Denim counts Anne Hathaway, Kate Hudson and Jennifer Garner among its celeb fans. It is known as the...
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We are thrilled to bring you a few new upgrades to your ChickAdvisor experience!

First up - by popular demand - you can now add pictures and links to your forum postings. Simply click on the button and follow the prompt!


Images might be a little tricky, because we currently only allow web-published pics (no hard disk uploads quite yet). Head over here for a super easy mini tutorial on how to make...
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It happens every Christmas Eve at about 3pm. I keep my schedule open for the exact time knowing what's to come. Then, as if they had tried and tried and finally succumbed to failure, my family members ask me to wrap their presents.

My tone is not to be mistaken for annoyance. On the contrary, I really, really like wrapping presents.

The paper!

The ribbons!

The bows!

The bags!

There's an endless...
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My favourite, Eric Del Monaco has finally opened his own salon in Toronto and I was the first in line. Well, technically one person (a ChickAdvisor reader!) managed to squeak in before me, but she was a doll so I let it go.


As many of you know, I've been a big Eric fan since I met him backstage at Toronto Fashion Week to interview him about the hair styles he created for the designers with...
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Got some kids to entertain this March Break? Take them to see a family-friendly movie for just a toonie!

The deal begins this week and runs until April 9 at Empire Theatres throughout Canada. However, it is only applicable for a one week period in each province.

The list of movies was just released. It includes Astro Boy, Planet 51, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel and The...
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This week's Fun Friday adventure took place at the new Blo location in Bloor West Village.




The team was treated to a wash, blow dry and big bouncy curls to kick start the weekend. Thumping music, pink champagne and cupcakes (sound familiar?) gave the grand opening a fun party vibe.


Julie-Anne

Mandy

Ali



Have you been to Blo yet? What did you think? Read our reviews here.


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The friendly skies are beckoning for a quickie getaway this time of year.  Between airlines desperate for your dollar and winter's unwillingness to fade into daffodil oblivion, your tax refund is looking mighty timely for a well-deserved splurge abroad.  But with tight TSA/CATSA restrictions, you need to pack your carry-on luggage for convenience and security's approval.


First,...
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This classic is one of my favourite British desserts. Ideal as an indulgent weekend treat, but also easy to make for guests, it looks gorgeous served in pretty glass dishes or vintage china cups.

Sponge cake (or Angel Food Cake)
Raspberry jam (I like the Bonne Maman range)
Sherry (or any liqueur or dessert wine that you like)
Macaroons
Fresh raspberries
Thick custard (ready-made or make your own using
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