Ali's Archive

July 10

Today was an interesting day.  It started with my baby picking out what I should wear to work.  He pointed at my closet and when I asked him what I should wear, he lunged for this dress.  I think he chose well. Agreed? 

I was pretty sore all day because I got to 5:20 for wall sit on Monday.  I was pretty proud of myself until George told me that Beauty Editor (who he also...

Staff Daily Skincare Routine: Ali

I'd like to say that since becoming a Mom my skincare regimen has simplified, but that would be a lie.  Despite having less time to take care of my skin, I'm using a lot more products these days.  Since my boy is both a night owl and an early bird, I don't get a lot of sleep and it shows. I need all the help I can get from serums, eye creams and moisturizers.  I have...

July 5

It's no secret we are caffeine junkies here at ChickAdvisor H.Q; and the $2 drink at 2 from Sense Appeal is a total enabler.  In the picture below that, you will see the lovely Aliza Chagpar, who has just been crowned our newest Intern.  Aliza has been a ChickAdvisor member for some time, so she had us at 'hello'.  Of course I had to take pictures of her outfit and those...

June 29

Today was one of those days where my mind and reality were not in synch.  While my mind told me I could totally handle all of my appointments, a workout and prepping for a party, reality was I was late for all of it and today was unbelievably hot.  Crazy hot weather makes every task more challenging because sweating (and usually, swearing) is involved.

I wore an outfit that exactly...

The "Newbie Mom" Girl on the Go: What's in Ali's Bag (plus enter to win!)

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I have to admit it: I love my new job. While I’m still a regular part of the ChickAdvisor team, I now have a pint-sized Mini-Me in charge of my daily schedule. One who stops traffic with his bi-toothed grin and cheerful “Agoo?”

Once upon a time, my agenda was crammed with fashion events, work lunches, and sales meetings. These days my routine involves working frantically while the...

5 Things You Didn't Know About Sunscreen

I consider myself to be fairly sun savvy.  Six years working in the beauty industry have ensured I  always apply a facial lotion with SPF in the mornings and keep a stash of wide brimmed hats by the door.  You will never catch me sunbathing.  Yet somehow, I get burned every summer. I've also noticed a fair amount of pigmentation around my hairline and on my cheeks that is...

D.I.Y. Decor: Create Your Own Designer Lampshade

I saw this in a magazine listed as a top tip of designers. It's something I've never heard of before, but apparently painting the inside of a black lampshade shocking pink or red is not only a design statement, it creates softer mood lighting.  Since I'm such a newbie to this whole D.I.Y business, I thought this fool-proof project had my name all over it.  I got a gorgeous...

My Day in Pictures: June 14

Today was an office day, which basically consisted of food, clothes and lots of meetings.  Oh and there was cupcakes.  Definitely the best part!

3 Easy Summer Spa Water Recipes

Water is my favourite drink.  Straight up, on the rocks or as a side with my espresso, nothing beats the refreshment of water.  I especially love Spa Water. First, because you are usually at the spa when you drink it.  Second, I love the subtle flavours of fresh cucumber, citrus fruits, herbs and berries. 

On my recent trip to Napa the hotel made Strawberry Cucumber water that...

D.I.Y. Upcycled Chairs

As they say, one person's trash is another's treasure.  In my neighbourhood it is customary to leave things you no longer need at the end of your driveway for anyone to take.  It's a great way to get quality stuff for free. I've seen everything from gently used strollers to solid wood coffee tables, sofas, chairs, bicycles, books and random odds and ends. Sidebar:  I...