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The economy may be rough but let's face it, you're not going to stop buying makeup to save money. Chances are you will start looking for ways to save on those essentials and cut down on any extraneous spending - including not going in the hole this Christmas.  It’s been reported that as many as 40% of consumers intend on spending much less this year on gift-giving.

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Menswear designer Philip Sparks launched his new showroom on Saturday, November 29. Located in the historic Burroughes Building at Queen and Bathurst, the fifth floor studio will be open to the public every Saturday between noon and 6 pm beginning December 6.

Select pieces from Fall 2008’s collection of coats, suiting, accessories and footwear will be available. .

The Philip Sparks menswear line...
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By now, unless you’re living under one luxurious rock, you know that economic times are tough. But, it’s the holiday season, and you still want to give the ones you love something meaningful, so what’s a girl to do? Scratch that digital camera for dad, and the cashmere sweater for sis off your list, and instead get your creative juices flowing with some economical, yet squeal-worthy gifts.

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It's not always easy for your Guy to figure out what to get you for Christmas.  Trust that subtle hints won't work. You'll need to spell it out.  We can help.

Now, we are not suggesting you be tacky and give your nearest and dearest a list of demands, but if they're going to spend the money it might as well be on something you want or actually need, yes?

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Every year we sing carols about Figgy Pudding but who actually knows what that is?  Did you know it is actually really a cake?  From all accounts, Figgy Pudding became popular in the 19th century.  How it ended up becoming part of "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" we have no idea.

If you are feeling extraordinarily festive this year and want to make something fun and kind of obscure,...
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Dave Forde of Profectio has compiled a list of nominations for the most influential women in social media. ChickAdvisor is a social media platform that includes user generated reviews, local events, a video series and a Product Review Club. We attract approximately 90,000 people a month to ChickAdvisor and have a thriving community of women who love to share advice.

I am honoured to be nominated...
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There are so many TNA lovers on ChickAdvisor that when this popped in our mailbox we had to share:

TNA, Canada’s leading lifestyle apparel brand that fuses function with a ton of cool style has landed on the East Coast… finally! TNA’s very first flagship boutique east of Vancouver, will be arriving soon at Toronto Eaton Centre. Doors open early afternoon on Saturday, December 6th.

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Like the weather, relationships can also go through sunny and cloudy periods. The trick is knowing when a storm represents a transient shower, or the equivalent of a romantic tsunami. Let’s say you’ve just set a wedding date, and suddenly your man is ignoring your text messages, leaving the toilet seat up and identifying himself as “single” on FaceBook. Here’s a quick guide to...
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If hosting an evening Thanksgiving smorgasbord is really not your thing, mix things up a little and make it a brunch! Think of poached eggs, turkey bacon, and now-in-season pomegranates gracing your table, with the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked scones filling your condo.

Pumpkin scones, of course. Drizzled with a cinnamony, gingery-sweet icing, these brunch treats are practically guaranteed...
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