I consider myself a loyal person. I've been with my husband for almost 30 years. I've worked with the same organization for over 20 years. But when it comes to fashion, I allow myself a little trendiness and quick indulgence. I've worn zebra print skirts, day glow shoes and red snakeskin pleather … [Read more...]
Getting ready for TIFF
The countdown has officially started (last week). Katya and I have been in touch with our contacts for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and mapping out our schedules to get to as many TIFF related coverage as humanly possible. We've even ask Jen (aka JenTrend) to help out. Yes, it's … [Read more...]
The BUZZ on HONEYMANIA!
When you think about products made with honey you think about the nourishing and natural goodness that comes from the rich sweetness. Honey is nature's perfect skin secret and prized around the world for hits ability to smooth and soften skin. Recently The Body Shop hosted media to an … [Read more...]
Beauty Review: Garnier brings the Dark Spot Treatment Mask to Canada
It's no secret that the Asian market is a few years ahead when it comes to the advancement of beauty technology. The explosion of BB creams started years ago in Asia before it gained mass popularity here in North America. Now every company seems to have some version of it at varying price points. … [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...]
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...]
Bad Hair Day
When you live in Toronto you already know how our weather can change from cold to hot and back again all within 24 hours. Yesterday I could see my breathe and I was freezing when I went to pick up my son from school. This morning it is humid and sticky hot before 9 am. And then there's my hair. … [Read more...]
Longer, Fuller, Stronger…we’re talking lashes!
Waaaayyyy back during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September I had visited a few "gifting lounges" to the stars. You know, where the celebrities get invited (or have hand-delivered to their hotel rooms), products and services from various companies. It's nice to see Canadian … [Read more...]
How beauty is not wasted & some DIY fun!
I was at a great event yesterday that was held at the Canadian head office for TerraCycle - a company that is passionate about "eliminating the idea of waste". Everything at the office from doors, chairs, decor was made either by repurposed or upcycled or recycled materials. It's urban, cool and … [Read more...]