Read Full ArticleWeekend in New York City Planning a trip to New York, but not sure what to do while you are there-- or even where to begin? With so much to do and see, it can be overwhelming. We have narrowed it down for you to some of our Big Apple favourites:The ShoppingYou can’t see New York without doing a little shopping – there really is something for everyone.For the Recessionista:Prepare to fight the crowds and score some name brand bargains at Century 21 or Filene’s Basement. For the Designer Diva:Take a stroll down one... | ||
Read Full ArticleMust-Have Makeup Brushes Years of watching Bob Ross on PBS taught me that great art is easiest to achieve when you have the right tools at your command. It turns out that the artistry of flawless makeup application is no different. Somehow, I always knew that those spongy thingies that came with the compact weren’t quite cut out for the job… Using the right brush for every step makes your morning beauty routine faster and delivers the polished results you crave. All brushes are not created equal, and so we start... | ||
Read Full ArticleFall Fashion Look Book Dressing for summer is relatively easy. Preparing for colder months is trickier – and more elaborate – in comparison to the preceding season. Scanning your own personal collection (in your closet, of course) to mix it up is a must.Ripped Jeans(l) Current/Elliot Long Boyfriend Jean $245, Rich & Skinny Sleek Skinny Jean $194Last season's boyfriend jean continues its journey into fall – rolled and worn over boots. Meanwhile, skinnies took a beating with styles that are distressed... | ||
Read Full ArticleApple Spiced Oat Scones My mother has been making this oatmeal cake-type scone for as long as I can remember. Never one to leave well enough alone, I have fiddled and experimented with the recipe umpteen times. The base is so neutral, you can take it in any direction you please.This one is my current favorite!Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl, the wet ingredients in a smaller one. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour the egg mixture in. Stir to moisten evenly... | ||
Read Full ArticleStyle for a Steal: Top Designers Bring it to the Masses (Pictured: Jimmy Choo for H+M)Every season designers unveil their lust-worthy creations that the average girl will only ever see in a magazine. Who can afford that couture Dior dress? Fashion designers are finally cluing in - many of us simply can't afford the beautiful things they make. Now, rumors abound that couture brands like Escada and Christian Lacroix have gone bankrupt. Even fashion isn't immune to the economic forces, it would seem.A few savvy designers are taking notice and... | ||
Read Full ArticleGreen Living: New Eco Friendly Products and Technology Back to school, back to basics. The lousy economy has many of us looking for ways to save some green. Luckily, this might mean it makes sense for you to go green too.Sure - you probably swapped out of the regular light bulbs in favor of the twisty numbers long ago, but you knew there was more you could do, if only it made sense on the bottom line. Between government initiatives (like the Cash For Clunkers program and a rumored second one planned for appliances) and your local retailer eager to... | ||
Read Full ArticleBeauty Trend: High Definition Makeup High Definition Makeup; sounds so futuristic right? When you think you’ve found the foundation or the blush, a product made with fancy technology has to come on the market to trump all others. With beauty brands such as CARGO and Make Up For Ever paving the way for HD makeup, we will be seeing more and more brands going HD (whether you think HD makes a difference or not).What exactly is HD makeup? Michael DeVellis, founder of The Powder Group and The Artist Summit... | ||
Read Full ArticleCrustless Quiche with Basil and Sundried Tomatoes I was always under the impression that Quiche is a difficult food to make well. My husband was of the opinion that something with such a sissy name (his words, not mine) couldn't possibly taste good.This crustless quiche debuted on my table recently (under the name of baked eggs & meat) to great acclaim. It is a quick recipe and infinitely adaptable, perfect for a brunch or even a low carb dinner option with a green salad side. Start with this basic recipe and tweak as you... | ||
Read Full ArticleChocolate Creme Brulee Do you ever get in a rut with dessert where you have to have the same thing over and over because it's just that good? That's where I'm at with chocolate creme brulee. Cool, creamy chocolate with a thin layer of crisp sugar crust. Gently crack the surface and spoon cool rich mousse with a hint of crunch into your mouth and this is when you will realize you have entered dessert heaven, and nothing else will ever compare again. My sister made this once when... | ||
Read Full ArticleFrugalista: Reinvent Your Wardrobe for Fall It’s almost Fall, and while it no longer means the excitement of back-to-school shopping for most of us, it does bring a new slew of trends that leave us salivating at the windows of our favourite stores, and making us wish Mom would still taking us shopping for that perfect September outfit.Wishing really might be all you think you can afford, with the state of the world economy. But fret not - your Fall wardrobe can be as fabulous as ever!These days, women are increasingly apt to boast... | ||
Read Full ArticleFierce Fall Makeup Preview Fall beauty looks will be “fieerrce”! Yes, I said it. I’m channeling my inner Tyra because makeup this season will be fierce. Think vampy, sexy, opulent and bold. Don’t be coy because it’s all about getting noticed. Embrace the extreme whether it is a dark lip, intense smoked out eyes, or wild colour. Fall’s newest palettes will make any good girl want to go bad!Bejewelled EyesMy Picks:(1) Benefit Velvet Eye Shadow in “I cannes and I will” (Golden Mulberry), (2) Lancome Paris... | ||
Read Full ArticleLast Minute Summer Getaways Late August is all about enjoying the last lazy days of summer. Brunching on the terrace, late afternoon sunbathing in the park, and one last quick getaway is the perfect antidote to the reality of cooler days and longer nights.The embattled economy works in our favor, at least. Airlines and hotels are slashing rates to rock bottom levels, so if you have the cash to spare now is the best time to travel! We saw some hot offers we just had to pass along... but don't forget... | ||
Read Full ArticleOld Fashioned Pancakes A stack of hot steaming pancakes fresh from the griddle is a staple on the Sunday brunch table. They are infinitely adaptable to every palate, yet easy to make with ingredients you're always certain to have on hand-- a sure bet.We love them for any occasion, so we're pleased to share with you two of our very favorite recipes!Elegant Thin CrêpesBeat egg in a medium bowl with a whisk or spoon. Add milk and salt, then sifted flour. Whisk to a smooth, thin consistency.Add... | ||
Read Full ArticleGadget Geek: 5 Top Tech Products These days “Techy” or not, it’s difficult NOT to get sucked into the world of the Gadget. But with the mind boggling array of Cameras, Camcorders and GPS systems to choose from, it’s enough to make even the pros want to run away from Best Buy clutching their credit card tight! Skeptical shoppers rejoice – because we’ve broken down the 5 hottest new products on the market, telling you how they will make your life easier and why they are the must haves for fall!(1) Sony Cyber-shot G3... | ||
Read Full ArticleParis Night Life The average night in Paris isn’t something that is easily described, nor is it difficult to imagine. No matter where you are in Paris, you are surrounded by history – monuments, buildings, streets where Audrey Hepburn once roamed, streets where Napoleon marched his soldiers. The mere activity of just walking, riding a bike or hailing a cab to ones destination is magical all in itself.Fouquet'sChamps-ÉlyséesPre-drinks on the Champs-Élysées at Fouquet’s are nearly taken for granted... | ||
Read Full ArticleProduct Review Club: Dove NutriumMoisture Body Wash Would you like to try a moisturizing body wash that actually does what it advertises?This September, Dove has reinvigorated their body wash, by introducing NutriumMoisture technology to the product, which they say will revolutionize skin cleansing as we know it... and they want you to be the first to try it!So what makes it different from the rest? The NutriumMoisture line actually penetrates to moisturize skin, rather than sitting on top of the skin and just washing off as many other... | ||
Read Full Article5 Outdoor Adventure Getaways Fresh air, great exercise and a shared hobby. Getting out into nature for hiking, tubing, and camping is simply part of my summer musts. And I'm not alone: our resident ChickAdvisor outdoors enthusiast Spotty, was only too excited to help me compile a list of amazing outdoor adventure spots guaranteed to impress.But where to start? True wilderness lovers ask only for an open trail and a knapsack full of trail mix and VitaminWater. Since it may take some convincing to get your... | ||
Read Full ArticleParis Street Fashion Spotting true Parisians solely by judging the clothing on their backs and the shoes on their feet is like playing the easiest game of ‘Where’s Waldo’, in which Waldo is standing dead center in an empty park wearing Hermes. Not to say that all Parisians wear Hermes. However, the key to successfully spotting a ‘Sophie’ on the streets of Paris is this: faux pas. Though the term is of French origin, it seems funny to associate it with any Parisian woman as they rarely ever make them. And... | ||
Read Full ArticleSweet Summery Smoothies When I began the research to determine the defining characteristics of a smoothie, I was surprised how descriptions focused more on health benefits than on taste. What I considered to be a snappy, pick-me-up-and-go blend of fruit, yoghurt and juice was broken down to a beneficial beverage laden with dietary fibre, vitamins and nutrients. Clearly, people take their smoothies very seriously and are not interested in blurring the line between smoothie and milkshake. Thankfully, I am a... | ||
Read Full ArticleThe Pale Skin Trend: How to Protect Your Look Centuries ago, one of the hottest fashion trends was having light white skin. Today, thanks to the cool factor now associated with Vampires, pale skin is back in. But it’s not just Twilight star Robert Pattinson that has us considering ditching our tanning beds for bite-worthy pale skin. At the 2009 Fall/Winter fashion shows, many models donned the porcelain chic look and we are seeing more and more milky white celebs on the red carpet. With so much focus on the damage the suns UV rays can... | ||
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