Our Blog For May 2013
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 31, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basMy signature style is a little out of the box, some quirkiness thrown in, and I like to experiment too.
But now I must confess I've defected lately. I can't get enough of simple, clean lines and little to no embellishments. Black and white colour blocking with interesting...
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 31, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basFact: sloths are adorable. Additional facts: actually, you don't need to know anything else.
Because sloths are oh-so-freakin-adorable, you should want to have them around you all the time, obviously.
P.S. During
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 31, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basBalenciaga? More like Balenciagattahaveit!
So, I've fallen in love. And the object of my affection are these Balenciaga S/S 2013 rings.
I want. I need.
There is something so unique and yet simple about these gorgeous little...
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Alexandra C. |
Thursday May 30, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basJust because I should do something or something is good for me, doesn't mean I enjoy doing it. Let me make my discomfort and displeasure known. For instance: I've actually purchased entire outfits in order to avoid doing laundry. And I will find new ways to procrastinate just so I don't have to clean. However, nothing gets me cringing...
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Alexandra C. |
Thursday May 30, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThe summer in Toronto is hot and the humidity makes it so that you don't even want to leave your air conditioned house. Or, if you are like me and don't have air conditioning, you actually look forward to going to work so you can get a break...
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basAs someone who has been to their fair share of weddings, I have it on good authority that wedding favours usually bite the big one.
Due to my Italian heritage, I've mostly been a guest at Italian weddings and therefore, I have a large collection of useless ceramic figurines. We call...
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Alexandra C. |
Tuesday May 28, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThis is only the second time a lovely gentleman has been featured in our Yay or Nay. There was something just so... off about this ensemble, I felt like we had to discuss...
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Diana |
Tuesday May 28, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf I were tasked with bringing dessert to a summer BBQ, chances are I would walk in (proudly!) with fudge oat bars from Starbucks. I have never been much of a baker. However, after watching The Pioneer Woman last weekend, I...
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Alexandra C. |
Monday May 27, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basMascara is one of my all time favourite beauty products. I feel like it's just the perfect finishing touch that brings everything together. Remember how I told you that I've been into drag...
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 24, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basGals, something weird is happening. Something that hasn't happened since the 90's. Overalls are coming back into style. (Gasp!)
It started last fall 2012, but designers keep trying to make overalls happen. They've even been in the spring/summer collections for...
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 24, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basI am obsessed with travel sized items. They're just. so. cute. I can't even handle the adorableness of mini versions of my favourite products. Not only can you spend you time 'oohing' and 'aahing' at their cuteness, but (newsflash!) they're also super practical. The great thing about travel beauty buddies is...
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Alexandra C. |
Thursday May 23, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basOne of the best parts of great weather (besides being able to wear cute skirts and dresses), is being able to eat outdoors. A warm breeze, sunshine, a glass of wine and a delicious plate shared with friends - doesn't that sound great?
If you aren't a regular picnicker, what are you waiting...
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Alexandra C. |
Thursday May 23, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basSpringtime is synonymous with florals. Every season, we bust them out in full force. It just feels right! This spring, why not try florals in your mani?
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday May 22, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basLast year, I took a trip to Florida and fell madly in love with
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday May 22, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basFlowers are a huge part of a wedding. A wedding without flowers would just not be complete. They add a sense of fun, whimsy and romance to your big day. Not to mention, they give life and colour to the venue. Flowers also help with the wedding's theme.
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Alexandra C. |
Tuesday May 21, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWe all make mistakes. Especially when it comes to beauty. Myself, I've been known to apply just ever too much blush and bronzer. Fortunately, we're here to help with a few simple...
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Alexandra C. |
Tuesday May 21, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basEvery beauty junkie knows that when a new season begins you have to adjust your beauty routine accordingly. With the changes in the weather come changes in your lifestyle and what you are...
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Alexandra C. |
Monday May 20, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basLet's get one thing straight: Rooney Mara is a badass statuesque alien that is not of this world. Somehow she always manages to perfectly straddle the line between punk rock and simple elegance. However, I think maybe the fresh faced, avant garde look that has become her signature, is starting to wear out its...
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Alexandra C. |
Monday May 20, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basLately, I've been breaking one of my ultimate rules: always, always, always remove your makeup before bed. I pretty much deserve and F in that department. I've just been so busy and honestly, I just pass out without a second thought! The result of this is a face full of ick. So, in order to get me back on the cleansing wagon, this...
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Alexandra C. |
Monday May 20, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf there is one thing in this world I love more than beauty products, it's free beauty products!
If you're thinking the same thing, then I have some exciting news for you! This week we have two contests for you to enter and if you win, you could be the lucky chick who walks away with one of two fabulous prize...
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 17, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basYou probably thought that summer couldn't get any better. I mean it's sunny, how much better could it be, right?
Well, you were wrong. To help make the most of your summer, we found 5 incredible items to take the season up a level and make it: The. Most. Awesome. Summer. Ever...
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Alexandra C. |
Friday May 17, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basA recent study concluded the following: women find men who play the guitar more attractive. Obviously it's true, because like, you guys, it's like science and stuff. Also, duh...
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday May 15, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIs it just me or is everyone and their mother a huge GoT fan? If you were alive this year, you probably heard about the television series and book series Game of...
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Alexandra C. |
Wednesday May 15, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basWith summer (hopefully) right around the corner, it is time to adjust your beauty routine. When the warm weather, bright sun and of course, humidity hits, we should shake it up and go with some lighter, simpler beauty products. Embrace your natural beauty this season and let your features, not your makeup stand...
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Alexandra C. |
Tuesday May 14, 2013
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basI love entertaining (and I love being entertained) during the summer months. Not only are the best foods in season, but you can get outside in the fresh air. Perfection! Of course, entertaining is always kind of a pain, amirite? I mean, who has the time, money or skills to pull together a Martha Stewart-esque festivity? Not me! Plus, when...
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