Read Full ArticleBest of Beaches For most of us, it isn't really summer without getting out of the city for a beach getaway. The trick is to find the perfect spot - sun, sand, water, and local attractions all factor into the decision.We've done the homework for you. Our list of top-rated North American beaches is sure to find a fit for everyone and every budget.Hanalei Bay BeachKauai, Hawaii, United States.Why it’s hot: Hanalei Bay Beach, a 2 mile crescent-shaped beach, ranks number 1 on “Dr. Beach” Stephen P... | ||
Read Full ArticleBest of Patios For many of us, summer is a season cut far too short. We will brave by turns rain, mosquitos and urban humidity to bask in the warm temperatures and fresh air. Eating indoors, for one, is soooo last season.From economy-wise eats to chi chi celeb hotspots, we scoured the web for top-rated patio restaurants. Bon appetit! In Toronto Sassafraz 100 Cumberland Street (Yorkville)Specialty: Gourmet Fresh FoodsPrice: UpscaleWhat the critics said: “primed for people watching and... | ||
Read Full ArticleCanadian Designer Series: NADA Nada Shepherd knew she wanted to be a fashion designer when she was just five years old – “but in all fairness” she adds, “I also thought I wanted to be a dentist, shrink, doctor, astronaut, ad executive and athlete.”But that desire to do it all has propelled Shepherd from one of a multitude of fashion students and designer hopefuls to creative director of her own line, NADA. “You name it I did it”, says Shepherd of her industry beginnings after fashion college.From pattern... | ||
Read Full ArticleThe Top 8 Products for a Hair-Free Summer "Hit the road, Jack, and dontcha come back no mo', no mo', no mo'..."Shaving, yanking, tweezing, waxing? The savage delight we take in removing that unwanted body hair easily overcomes the discomfort and inconvenience. There are few things more mood-busting during a pool party than suddenly realizing you forgot to groom "down there" or missed a large strip of hairy calf.Yuck. We want to make it easier for you to enjoy a stubble-free summer, so we scoured the ChickAdvisor reviews for... | ||
Read Full ArticleBridal Beauty: 5 Steps to Look Your Best The Big Day. You have far too much on your plate, but still need to look fresh and gorgeous for the aisle walk to the reception and the wedding night! Get your bridal beauty routine together by taking a few easy steps to ensure healthy and glowing skin. Here are my best tips to ensure you are in top wedding form: The FacialA facial will give you that new bride "glow". Fresh & dewy is what it is all about, but remember that facials can bring dirt and debris to... | ||
Read Full ArticleChatting with Emily Giffin In the chick lit arena, Emily Giffin is a heavyweight. Bestselling author of 4 books including popular duo Something Borrowed and Something Blue, her fans are eagerly anticipating the release of her fifth, Heart of the Matter, due for release in spring 2010.Yet despite a full editing schedule, she graciously took the time to field ChickAdvisor's member questions about life and literature. ChickAdvisor: The ladies on our site are huge fans of your work. Do you have a Canadian... | ||
Read Full ArticleIcey Summer Treats The latest trend in food is a welcome change for once: urbanites are going locavore. This move towards eating local sources the best of what's available now – especially when indulging in icey summer treats. If you ever fancied yourself a Martha Stewart ingénue, but with a Rebecca Minkoff tote and a taste for marble stone creameries, this is the year for you. Ice cream, popsicles and slushes get makeovers because 2009 is about going local and getting in the kitchen.Traditionally... | ||
Read Full ArticleSummer Lust List Summer is everyone's favorite season to splurge! The weather is warm and what better way to show off your bikini bod than in some sexy new threads?The Look: Fringe FanaticClub Monaco will make you fall for fringe this summer with their $70 'Lola Cotton Chain Tank.' It may need to be hand washed, but totally worth it! Paring the $313 hobo chic ‘Heidi Suede Fringe Vest' (Torn by Ronny Kobo) with boyfriend jeans and a cute T, will instantly fab up what was about to be a... | ||
Read Full ArticleRecessionista ShopCrawl Pictures Thank you to everyone for another smashing success! Our 5th ShopCrawl toured through the Bloor-Yorkville neighborhood where shoppers took advantage of exclusive discounts of up to 30%. The after party at FLOW featured cocktails, snacks, prizes, makeovers from Maybelline New York and swag bags. The fashion show walk-off was our best yet with a few brave souls modeling their new Calvin Klein bathing suits! In the end, the loudest applause went to CurlySue's Mom, Audrey who... | ||
Read Full ArticleNew Product Review Club From Always Want at least one reason to smile during "that time of the month"? This month's period is on Always! Up to 100 of our Product Review Club members will be among the very first to test drive Always Flexi-Style Liners and/or Always Infinity Pads, the newest innovations from the #1 feminine care brand in North America.Thoughtful, no? You would have to buy them anyway, but free is so much better!Always Flexi-style LinersFinally one liner can fit multiple panty styles! The... | ||
Read Full ArticleSummer Dining à la Prix Fixe It’s a common dilemma: you love fine dining but the bank balance won’t always allow it. You're in luck! For two happy weeks this summer (Toronto, July 3 – 19) you can dine like the Queen without paying your weight in gold. Summerlicious is back – that wonderful festival that all Torontians look forward to, the time when high-end restaurants offer fantastic menus for extremely palatable prices.150 restaurants are participating in Summerlicious this year. Each one will offer a... | ||
Read Full ArticleFather's Day Gift Guide Why are Fathers so hard to shop for? How Mom lucked out year after year with Body Shop gift baskets and opera CDs while Dear Old Dad bravely smiled his way past every tacky mug and Looney Tunes suspenders is anyone's guess. My Dad still has the box turtle paperweight I made in 2nd grade sitting on his desk, my shaky signature carved in the underside. Say it with us-- awwwwww.With your help we rounded up some nifty Father's Day gift ideas, if we do say so ourselves. Hey, he might... | ||
Read Full ArticleNon-Invasive Beauty Fixes Looking for something more powerful to conquer the first signs of aging than your new anti-wrinkle face cream, but don’t want to go to the extreme with a full on face lift? Thanks to advances in non-invasive cosmetic procedures, you can achieve a “face-lift look” without having to go under the knife or cut deep into your savings. Here are our top 5 picks suitable for most skin types and complexions:Light Chemical PeelHow: A chemical solution is applied to a clean face with a cotton pad... | ||
Read Full ArticleTrend Setters: Who They Are and Why We Care Somewhere, there is a room full of people who decide what colours we’ll all be wearing in 2011. Or so they think. (They are Pantone – global authority on color and provider of professional colour standards for the design industries). Really? Are they the ones truly influencing us on what colour cocktail dress we select for that see-and-be-seen fundraiser?What about Anna Wintour, or her long-standing trend seeking sidekick, Andre Leon Talley? What about the gods of fashion like Versace... | ||
Read Full ArticleFlawless Foundation Foundation is the key to picture-perfect skin.No no! you protest. A consistent skincare regimen is the key!The truth is, only a good foundation can take your look to the next level - hiding blemishes, evening skintone, and camouflaging the aftermath of a late night with one martini too many. Could the right foundation be the most important part of your makeup wardrobe?We scoured your reviews to see what ChickAdvisors recommended most:Bare Escentuals i.d. Bare Minerals What you loved: the... | ||
Read Full ArticleRhubarb Stuffed Muffins We love to buy fruits and veggies in season. Intense flavors, wide availability and economy-proof prices make grocery shopping any other way seem foolish.This month we're pleased to present a delicious member recipe... and it's dessert (translation: no-brainer). Not only does it look ridiculously delicious, it's also high in Vitamins C and K, folate, manganese, potassium, thiamine, and too many more to list.Tempted? Directions:In a small pot, simmer fruit and sugar until... | ||
Read Full ArticleShopCrawl Picks and Recommended Buys It's two weeks before the ShopCrawl, and those of you lucky enough to score a ticket might want to clean out your closet, purge the rejects and make space for the new arrivals!We've done a wee bit of pre-shopping to pick out must haves from each store with a little advice from store managers on their hottest items. Even if you aren't able to join us for the ShopCrawl, it's a nice sampling of the trends. Here's where our paycheques will be invested on the 18th:1:... | ||
Read Full ArticleScents & Trends: What's Hot in Perfume You may be a creature of habit when it comes to your favoured fragrance, but the world's perfumers aren't backing down without a fight. More than 300 new perfumes were released this past year, so kiss goodbye that aged bottle of CK One, toss the drawerful of “free gift with purchase” samples and stop sneaking spritzes of your little sister's Hillary Duff With Love, because these fragrances are more than a trend: they may be your signature scent-in-waiting.Unlike design... | ||
Read Full ArticleThe Grill Master: Cooking with Dad Lazy summer evenings means Dad at the grill wearing that silly "Kiss the Cook" apron you bought him in 8th grade, an ice-cold Bud in hand. I think we can all agree that no one rocks the 'Q like Dad, and mine is no exception. He shares his never-fail grilling pointers with us:For starters, is there anything you can't cook on the grill?Dad: There’s not much you can’t grill unless it’s too tiny and falls between the grids.Ok, but staying on for you is often sticking on for me!Dad:... | ||
Read Full ArticleFinding the Perfect Pooch A dog may be a girl’s best friend, but just like discovering your BFF in 7th grade, choosing the right pooch for you can be tricky.Making the decision to adopt a dog should be a researched choice. Michael O’Sullivan, Chairman and CEO of the Humane Society of Canada gave us his valuable advice to help make the ideal selection.LifestyleYour lifestyle can determine the type of dog you choose. Active and sporty types match well with a larger dog that needs plenty of exercise. Smaller pets are... | ||
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