I'm a nail polish junkie. Last I checked, I had over a hundred bottles in my stash, and I am not exaggerating! I have what some would call a small addiction - I have to actively avoid looking at nail polish, or I will surely buy more! So what's the deal with nail polish? Typically, nail polish … [Read more...]
Urban Kid Closet – July 11th, 2013
Oh, Old Navy, you've done it again... this time it's an A-line cotton sundress, so simple in it's shape and design. I wasn't sure I'd love the bright floral - I worried it might be just... too damned bright - but against the grey-green background colour, this dress is a winner. Of course, those … [Read more...]
Philosophy: It’s About Time
How much time do you spend each day dealing with skin care? I had bad skin as a teenager and it continued into adulthood. It took me a while to understand how to take care of my skin. Now in my mid-40s I've noticed significant change in how my skin looks and feels. All that stuff you read in … [Read more...]
Nailing Easy Summer Style
Summer is so easy. We are on the go with pool parties and BBQ get-togethers all season long and love it. As Canadians we gotta embrace the short summer months, right? And we're pretty chill about it. I love the long hot summer weekends of relaxing and just chatting away with nice icy cold bevvy in … [Read more...]
How to be a Taste-maker
You may have heard the word 'taste-maker' buzzing around in your lifestyle magazines. I've got a few friends around the world who I could easily peg as one and what I love about them is that they have style that is true to themselves. They aren't followers but leaders when it comes to how they live … [Read more...]
Beauty That Is Luxurious And Organic
There's a new online beauty boutique that specializes in organic luxury products from across North America that are natural and luscious! Hello, Clementine Fields! The mandate of the company is not only about offering organic beauty and being natural, but also about being pretty enough to sit on … [Read more...]
Styling “The Bump” for Every Stage
Last week I was invited by Yorkdale to flaunt my maxed out bump on Canada AM. The focus of the segment was maternity style at every stage and stylishly presented by fellow blogger and Yorkdale Style Council Member, Iva Grbesic. I was outfitted in an awesome high-low dress from Thyme Maternity … [Read more...]
Christian Louboutin Steps Into The City!
Trembles from the fashionistas could be felt all over the city last week as the uber famous shoe designer, Christian Louboutin stepped into to the city. Red heels were everywhere as the Design Exchange opened the latest exhibition in honour of the French designer. Mr. Louboutin made another … [Read more...]
Dressing Myself
Despite being chronically unstylish and sartorially challenged, I have finally discovered an accessory I can match to just about anything. It's so simple, and totally showcases my unique personality and fairly common coping mechanism! Now, if I could just find a purse to match ... … [Read more...]
Urban Kid Closet – June 24th, 2013
These. Pink-orange snakeskin with an iridescent finish, replete with tiny gold zippers up the back. The leather is supple, they are juicy and beautiful, and they go with just about everything. I fell instantly in love, and only hoped she'd love them as much as I do, because though I hate forcing … [Read more...]