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Feather earrings are back for another season: are you wearing them?

Dangles & Shoulder Dusters

Lucky Brand Armour Feather Earrings C$26, Charlotte Russe Gilded Tri-Feather Earrings US$6.50, Aldo Crest Earrings US$10.00


Falling Feather Earrings US$3.80, Peacock Feather Earrings US$6.99, Tem Feather Earrings US$875

Hoops

Aldo Sous Earrings C$12.00, Bebe Feather and Hoop Earrings US$24.00, Alex Monroe...

Warm weather is on its way and we're looking forward to showing off our spring pedicures in the trendy Cork Wedge.


Catherine Zeta-Jones, Cheryl Cole, Stephanie Pratt

Under $50

Aldo Laseter C$27.99 (sale)/US$24.49 (sale), Ed Hardy Wedge Pump US$29.94, Aldo Breger C$41.99 (sale)/US$38.49 (sale)

Under $100

Nine West Cicely C$79, BCBGeneration Crespo US$89.00, Enigma Cork Wedge US$79.95

Under $150

Enzo...

It had a bit of a slow start since 2009, but now the wise Owl is showing up on trendy accessories in stores from Forever21 to Tiffany's. Here are some of the styles we found:

Necklaces
Fredflare Hinged Owl Necklace C$22/ US$22, For Owl Time Pocket Watch Necklace US$27.99, Kris Nations Owl Crescent Necklace US$70.00

Forever 21 Hinged Owl Necklace US$2.80, Marc By Marc...

What do viper venom, broccoli extract and french water have in common? They're all ingredients in the new* skin creams for 2011 promising to give you youthful and healthy-looking skin.

Under $50

1. L'Oreal Skin Expertise Youth Code CDN$29.99 / US$20.68
This day and night cream is part of a line designed to increase the recovering power of the skin by retaining moisture and infusing it with...

Have a need to flee the lingering weeks of dreary weather?  Try a last-minute getaway to your favourite hotspot.

Under $1,000


Barcelo Cayo Santa Maria

Where: Santa Clara, Cuba
What: Your Ocean View Junior Suite features a private terrace overlooking the ocean.  The resort hosts 4 bars, 4 restaurants, a sauna and gym.
Price: from $775* (per person - includes airfare, hotel, taxes)

Under $1,500

Three eye makeup trends we expect to see this spring are:

Bold & Bright Matte ColourChristian Dior Spring 2011

Last year we saw plenty of blended palettes but now it's all about a monochromatic look. Paired with the simple monochromatic and colour blocking fashion trends seen in New York for S/S 2011, it makes for a bold statement wearable on any complexion tone.  We'd wear...

Speaking at a recent skincare event, Dr. Maha Dutil, top Toronto dermatologist, said 3 out of 4 women have some level of skin sensitivity. Are you one of them? 

Dr Dutil explained that skin sensitivities can come from a number of factors, including your genes, skin conditions (such as eczema or rosacea), using too many products with preservatives, alcohol or fragrances, and allergies...