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Although there is no shortage of dreamy, strapless, full-skirted wedding gowns gliding down the runway, many of this season’s looks for bridal fashion offered brides-to-be something other than the classic white tulle and chiffon gowns. 


The first trend in bridal wear this season is the coloured wedding gown.  Designers Stella McCartney, Monique Lhuillier, Valentino, and Oscar de la...
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“And the Oscar goes to…”


Four words that leave the cinematically obsessed lurched forward in their seats, elbows perched on their knees as their fingers rest delicately on their lower lip in anticipation. As a Film Graduate and Oscar night devotee, I tend to keep my predictions as objective as possible - and it has proven successful in the past. So for those placing bets,...
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Last fall, when beauty companies revealed their new collections for spring at hush hush press events, we got the inside scoop from beauty experts on how to look flawless this spring and what colour trends to watch for.


First, we sat down with Clarins' National Makeup Expert, Patrice Boudreau, who explained the importance of building a good foundation. Even if you were blessed with flawless...
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It's never too early to start thinking about Mother's and Father's Day. We visited Sears' spring preview room this week for some ideas, and spotted some goodies for ourselves too.


Spend Mother's Day with the whole family on these vintage-inspired bicycles. Unfortunately, the poodle is not included.


It's a parasol - and a tent! Dad will love this summer innovation even more...
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For those of you just joining our Fan Mail Friday updates, we bring you the latest and greatest from our general email inbox... including those entries that apparently require no introduction:

"I'm at extension 223."


Great! My extension is 118.

"I did not receive my confirmation email and I've checked my spam/junk box and nothing. Can you please send this to me?"


"Please contact me for...
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Geox is taking the staycation to new heights - by auctioning off New York City in a high heeled shoe.

Beginning today, Canadian women can start putting their bids on the Geox midnight blue sequined Empire State Building shoe that premiered at Milan Spring/Summer 2010 fashion week. The shoe's heel is 12 centimetres high and embellished with rhinestones. The lightweight sole is waterproof and...
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Ever wondered if you can cut down on the amount of time in your makeup routine and the number of products you use to get it done? Well, Stila One Step Makeup ($44 USD) might just do the trick for you. This March, Stila is introducing Stila One Step Makeup that is a primer, foundation, concealer and powder all in one. Yep, you heard right…One Step Makeup.






This light, mousse-like formula...
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A few months ago, when I first sampled Lancome's red lip colour from its Gold Fascination line, I admitted that "I don't usually wear red lipstick, but after sampling the Collection's L'Absolu Rouge lipcolour I predict things are about to change..."

Well guess what? Things have changed. I've since discovered the effect and convenience that red can have on your look.

For instance,...
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To my dismay, Old Navy just had to ship this adorable coat to the office right in the middle of Toronto's on-again, off-again snowfalls. Though it looks warm, its wool and cotton blend is actually quite light, hence the timing disappointment. It most likely won't be suitable to wear until April, which feels like a very long month away!


The double-breasted style of this coat with the gold...
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Aboriginal designer Dorothy Grant with some of her iconic pieces (image via vancouversun.com)

On Sunday, February 13, Aboriginal fashion designers showed the world that there's more to Canada than hockey and maple syrup.

The Four Host First Nations hosted the Premier Designers’ Show, a fashion show featuring designs from the top Aboriginal fashion designers from across Canada. The show was a...
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