Read Full ArticleChoosing the Right Diet Cleanse The post-Christmas rush to the gym peters out during the February winter doldrums, but with spring around the corner we find ourselves wanting to drop a few pounds and clean our system of cheap Valentine chocolates.Weight loss solutions may come and go, but one method, the diet cleanse, has regained attention and popularity lately. It is chosen by people who want to lose weight quickly or purge their bodies of toxins. Unfortunately, there are a myriad of products and diet cleanse plans to... | ||
Read Full ArticleWhen to Have the "Label" Discussion Ah, the dreaded label discussion. If only it was as easy as slapping a label on your undies for a summer at camp.Is “where do we stand?” really the most dreaded question out there for a girl to utter to a boy, as every movie and every book we’ve ever read tells us never to do? Well, going by a very unscientific study among my 20-something girlfriends, it may remain a much debated territory within the dating landscape.What perfect timing to explore this question, with a certain significant... | ||
Read Full Article5 Spring Must Haves Bad economy or not, the change of seasons is nearly upon us and the question on everyone's mind is, What will be the wardrobe staples this year? The major Spring/Summer 2009 runway shows revealed both new and classic trends. Here are your 5 spring must-haves for 2009:1. A pencil skirtAll the buzz is that 2009 is the year of the skirt! Every shape and length is in. A great black semi-casual pencil skirt is a must. It looks great with a t-shirt and strappy sandals or you can dress it up with... | ||
Read Full ArticleMust-Haves for the Perfect Pucker February is the month of Love... which, really, is a much better title than the month of No Statutory Holidays, or the month of "Ohmygosh, it's still winter??"With the chill comes chapped, fever-blistered lips - not quite conducive to romance, n'est-ce pas? We took a gambol through your reviews and found the top-rated pucker pleasers to banish the winter blahs (instead of your lover's lips!):Best Lip Balm: Burt's Bees You won't get anywhere if your lips are dry and cracked... | ||
Read Full ArticleDo You Speak Prada Party Pics Last night we attended HeyDoYou.com's Do You Speak Prada? Shopaholic Party. Guests gussied up and partied to the sounds of DJ Lissa Monet, drank martini's from DavidsTea (you ladies remember this guy), and shopped Juzd, Bombshell Cosmetics, Brazen Hussy and Jeweler, Josie Tecson. Makeup Forever gave free makeovers and Buff Nail Bar did manicures for hours. Founder Yvonne Kai could not have been cuter in her black and pink ensemble. We met up with... | ||
Read Full ArticleNew Product Review Club: Softlips Organic Lip Balm We are pleased to announce another goodie for our Product Review Club! Several months ago our Product Review Club introduced you to Softlips PURE Natural Lip Balms, which were a big hit. Now Softlips is back with a new line of delectable organic lip balms and they want you to be the first to try it!Softlips Organic Lip Balm is certified organic, 100% natural and contains premium ingredients including Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter and Vitamin E. It is free of... | ||
Read Full ArticleValentine's Day for 1 If Cupid missed you this Valentine’s Day, don’t panic – being single can be fun, especially in the company of great friends. Try something you'd never get away with if you had to consider a man's preferences!1. Take a sultry dance classEveryone likes feeling confident and sexy, and a sultry dance class can show you the best way to strut your stuff. For those who fancy exotic Latin culture, salsa and belly dancing involve lots of booty shaking. If you are looking for a more sensual... | ||
Read Full ArticleChicks Night Out at the Movies: Confessions of a Shopaholic Last Chance Our next movie night is selling out fast! Toronto members: On February 19th we're heading out to see Confessions of a Shopaholic at the Scotiabank Cineplex theatre at John and Richmond. Join us for the 7pmish screening, followed by cocktails in the V.I.P room and a loot bag for everyone. There will be 50 of us and it should be silly fun.The tickets are on sale for $20 each and must be purchased in advance. GET TICKETS NOWRead more about this and join the discussion. | ||
Read Full ArticleThe Hair "Down There" You like your man well-groomed, so it's safe to assume that he prefers you that way too. Hairless legs, neat eyebrows, shiny hair, white teeth... the list is endless.Add one more to that. The oft-forgotten but no less crucial Hair Down There. He ain't gonna want to come knockin' on Heaven's Door if he has to fight his way through the brambles like Aurora's Prince Charming. Actually, you should bump this to the top of your list.Though you may blush to think of it, you can use... | ||
Read Full ArticleCelebrating Singleness It’s February, which means you can’t even buy a tube of toothpaste without being accosted by the sight of store shelves crammed with Valentine’s cards, teddy bears holding hearts and Kama Sutra products. What’s a single girl to do?The antidote to the Valentine’s Day blues involves a healthy dose of humour and “glass half full” thinking. As someone who was single a very long time before getting married, here’s the advice I’d give my younger, single self:1. Enjoy this time. No -... | ||
Read Full ArticleDate Ideas for your Valentine With Valentine's Day fast approaching and the economy floundering, many of us wonder how to impress our lover without breaking the bank. As the old saying goes, the best way to a man's heart is through his stomach, so why not cook a romantic meal at home rather than blowing the budget at a restaurant?For the best results, sit down and plan this event properly. Here are our tried-and-true tips for success:1. Don't experiment, keep it simpleThe effort you put into preparing a meal for... | ||
Read Full ArticleHow To Spice Up Your Sex Life Now that January has come to an end, it's time to shift gears into Valentine's Day preparation mode. After all, the sexy ain't gonna bring itself back.Candles, lingerie, chocolate sauce…BORING. Why not try branching out into uncharted territory? After all, nothing's sexier than a chick who's willing and eager to try something new.Have you ever heard the expression: location is everything? Well, it's true. The world is your coital oyster. Banana Republic change room -... | ||
Read Full ArticleNaughty Gift Ideas for Your Valentine If you’re anything like me, you naively believed that finding Prince Charming would mean the end of bad sex. For it is common knowledge that the combination of love and shagging amounts to toe curling, mind blowing lovemaking, right? Well… not exactly; it’s far too easy to fall into a slump. All of a sudden you find yourself stirring in bed following a limp quickie waiting for your guy to fall asleep so you can “accidentally” knee him in the stomach. While your passive aggressive bed... | ||
Read Full Article7 Common Beauty Myths (busted?) Where's that miracle cure when you've got a monstrous zit or your highlights are growing out? In a pinch or just on the lookout for a more natural tweak to your beauty regimen, we're always searching for something new.Fact or Crap? There are certain remedies I will only try if someone I trust has already test-driven the idea. So I reached out to some of my girlfriends for their stories. See if you agree!Myth #1: Zap a Zit with ToothpasteThe Verdict: This is supposed to ripen a new... | ||
Read Full Article10 Winter Beauty Fixes In addition to snow angels, copious amounts of hot chocolate and cute hats, winter also brings its fair share of ugly into our lives. From unruly static hairs and dry skin to chapped crumbly lips, even the most well maintained ladies (and gents) can find themselves in a bit of a grooming pickle this time of year. And so, we’ve decided to share with you, dearest ChickAdvisor readers, some of our favourite tried and true winter beauty fixes!Let’s start with hair. A security blanket and... | ||
Read Full ArticleChicks Night Out at the Movies: Confessions of a Shopaholic On Thursday February 19th, 2009, dress up, shake off all this economy doom and gloom, and join us for a night at the movies! On the heels of the smashing success of our Sex and the City movie night, we're heading out as a group to see Confessions of a Shopaholic, based on the best selling series by Sophie Kinsella.We will be going as a group of 60 to the Bay/Bloor Cineplex Varsity Theatre. It's on the 2nd floor of the Manulife Center and we will be attending the 7pm... | ||
Read Full ArticleSpring 2009 International Runway Report Although it seems ridiculous for many of us to start thinking of flowing skirts and dresses – what with three feet of snow outside the door –the time has arrived to look forward to Spring 2009, and how the runway shows overseas will influence our closets.The shows in Paris and Milan are my picks as the keynotes for Spring 2009 trends – and many have emerged that not only reflect the time that we’re in, but forecast the things to come. With the economic forecast looking grim, fashion is... | ||
Read Full ArticleCarrot & Cumin Soup There are few things more comforting in the winter than a bowl of soup. Especially if it's creamy and loaded with nutrients. Earlier this month ChickAdvisor member, Creamsicle shared her famous Chocolate Heart Attack cookies. This time, she's sharing her Carrot and Cumin Soup, another one of her favourites but decidedly healthier than the cookies. Creamsicle's Carrot and Cumin SoupIngredients3 Tbsp Butter1 Large Onion1-2 Crushed Garlic Cloves12 oz (350g)... | ||
Read Full ArticleWinter Get-Aways Travel Tips & Deals It's that time of year again! The winter chill plus the prospect of long, long weeks with our men glued to the sofa watching College Basketball have us ladies itching to get away. Far, far away with the friends we don't have to defend manicure and seaweed wrap expenses to, and where hot exotic men bring us free cocktails...Sorry, just had a moment there...Unfortunately, it's not just as simple as showing up to the airport, beach bag in hand and asking for the next ticket outta... | ||
Read Full ArticleTaking Control of Your Finances Chatting at Starbucks with friends recently, I discovered that we have several things in common: we've got the winter blues, Heath Ledger deserves an Oscar, and our top New Year's Resolution is to get our finances in order. The irony of discussing this over $4 lattés was lost on us.(But we're all moms of toddlers, so we totally deserve this small hypocrisy)The answer is simple: spend less. The action plan?1. Pick a budget and stick to itIf you aren't already tracking your... | ||
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