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I’ve been stuck in a make-up rut for quite a while now – matte brown smoky eyes, eyeliner, false eyelashes and I run out of the door. Playing around with different colors is probably the least of my concerns when I have less than an hour to make myself presentable for work. Along came Cargo Dare To Play Eye Kit to kick my winter blues and my boring make up routine away.

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From now until February 21, save 20% off your purchases at Coach Factory stores in Canada, the US and Puerto Rico. Bonus - factory store items are already greatly discounted!

Visit ChickAdvisor Deals to print your coupon.
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As I watched Nikki Yanofsky oh-so-beautifully belt out the Canadian national anthem at the Olympic opening ceremonies on Friday night, I couldn't stop wondering who had designed her dress. However when Claire informed me this morning that DSquared was in fact responsible for the scarlet strapless number, I wasn't surprised. The Toronto-born internationally...
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Aside from a Nicholas Sparks or Sex & The City DVD marathon, little tempts us to stay up late watching TV. Enter the Olympics: otherwise known as that singular occasion where the nightly fight for control of the remote is ignored in favour of a shared few compelling hours of moguls, blades, and sleds.

The men and women's mogul finals have ignited excitement on both sides of the border, with...
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Between a beachside escape from winter and road trips for work, maintaining your usual fitness regime can be a challenge. George Gianniotis of G2 Kinetics Personal Training offers his best tips for how to keep your sleek physique, no matter where you're traveling.

While you may find a good range of fitness options at your destination, your vacation and work priorities may limit your time. ...
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For the avid moviegoer, the Oscars are more than just a glamorous awards ceremony showcasing celebrities in their stupendous threads and show-stealing speeches. It’s an opportunity to be entertained by the nuances of celebrity personalities, become a cultural snob and possibly gamble for bragging rights.

(l-r) Best Actress nom Sandra Bullock and Supporting Actress Mo'Nique look to...
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Today's cosmetics must pass health authority muster, such as Health Canada and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  And while any lip product currently on the market has been deemed 'safe' by these agencies, they may contain certain controversial ingredients that natural and organic cosmetics experts would rather avoid, including formaldehyde, petrolatum, lead, and other...
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Kim Newport-Mimran is passionate about everything fashion, couture especially. In fact, her closet reserves most of its space for a rather large couture collection.

The co-founder, president and head designer of Canadian label Pink Tartan, Newport-Mimran pulls her inspirations from successful and celebrated fashion icons such as Chanel, Dior, Pierre Cardin, and Cristóbal Balenciaga to name a few.

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In 2010, everything old is new again. At a recent event led by celebrated makeup artist Greg Wencel, I learned how to re-create three different looks from three different decades.

The 60s: "In the 60s women were perfectly polished and weren’t afraid to make a bold statement with their features," said Wencel. "Beauty-wise, the 60s was a transformational time for women as they had many choices with...
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