First ads from the Versace for H&M campaign have leaked on TFS today, and they are getting me more and more excited! How amazing does Sasha Pivovarova look with that green hair??? And her jacket? I need that jacket! It’s Hawaiian shirt meets Anna Dello Russo – aka perfection! And those bracelets and belt?…Sheesh, I’d better start saving up now!
Are you liking these ads? Or is this all too much for ya? Share below.
Photo Credits: H&M
We all know that Naturalizer shoes offer a great combo of style and comfort. But did you know that for the past two years, Naturalizer has been fortunate enough to support several inspiring charities through a program called Friends of Naturalizer, designed to give back to a charity that inspires and empowers women? This year, from September 29 through October 2, Naturalizer will be donating $1 from every shoe and handbag purchase – up to $20,000 – to Dress for Success - a charity created to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Pretty cool, right?
And what’s even cooler is that you, yes YOU, can help the company decide how the money will be used by voting at www.Naturalizer.ca for the program that inspires you the most. And one lucky voter will get to pick a free pair of shoes of their choosing* to take home! Interested? Here’s what you need to do to be entered:
1) Go to www.Naturalizer.ca to vote for your favorite Dress For Success Program (Suiting Program, Professional Women’s Group, or Success Summit). After October 2nd, just tell us which program you would choose.
2) Leave a comment below with your full name, email address, and program selected
3) RT this for extra entries: “Hey @styleblogca, I want a free pair of @naturalizershoe! #FON http://styleblog.ca/?p=11536“
4) Contest is open to Canadian readers only
The contest will close on October 9th, 2012 (11:59pm). The winner will be randomly selected and announced on October 10th, 2012. Good luck, and happy voting!
And the winner is…Maria Ferreira! Thanks to everyone for entering, and look out for our next giveaway soon!
*Excluding Naya brand, and boots
Photo Credits: Naturalizer
Umm…so, yeah…it’s not Wednesday. But on the blog, it is, if I say so. So here are some pics of the super stylish (and sexy) Wednesday Candy – Ryan Gosling, wearing the shit out of his olive-colored suit, making Clooney look like a giddy school girl next to him.
Why today? Because it’s a crappy rainy day, and I need a pick-me-up. Because Ryan sightings make the day a little a lot better. Because every day is Ryan day. And last, but not least…why the hell not? You’re welcome.
Photo Credits: Go Fug Yourself, Global Grind, Lainey Gossip
Last week was an awesome week! Why? I got a box with a pair of these beauties from Stuart Weitzman in the mail! Best-looking lace-up ankle booties I’ve seen in a loooong while! A combination of calf hair and multi-textured leather had me sold at first sight. Plus, le boyfriend loves them too…and that doesn’t happen too often!
And though I’m still gutted that summer is over…these babies will certainly make fall more enjoyable.
I Wore: Shirt – H&M; Skirt, Necklace – Forever21; Boots – c/o Stuart Weitzman; Ring – YSL; Sunglasses – Ray Ban; Bag – Prada
We should say SPASIBO to Vogue Russia for showcasing the upcoming Versace x H&M collab in such detail! Loud prints, body-con silhouettes, and gold, gold, gold all over the place – just what I had expected! I am definitely planning to pick up a few pieces from this collab, especially the silk dresses, and the bold jewelry. At this point, November 17th could not come soon enough.
Are you as excited as me? Or is this collab leaving you cold? Let me know in the comments!
More photos after the jump!
I don’t know about you, but summer hair is so easy! All summer long, I would just roll out of the house with my hair tousled in loose waves, spritz some frizz-fighting serum, and go. Not so in the fall. I find that cooler temps call for cooler hair. Or at least more…put together. So this fall, I am starting with these 3 must-have products.
1) milk_shake Leave-in Conditioner
Love, love, love this leave-in conditioner! Smells like heaven (if your idea of heaven is a yummy milkshake that is), makes my hair soft, and frizz-free. Perfect for keeping your strands shiny and sleek this fall. Buy it at Donato Salons.
2) Goody Simple Styles Spin Pins
I cannot recommend these spin pins enough. These two tiny pins do the work of up to 20 regular bobby pins, and and are such a cinch to use to create amazing up-dos! Just twist your hair into a bun (high or low), spin one pin from the top, and the second one up from the base, and voila – you’re done! As someone with fairly thick hair, I can attest to spin pins’ durability – the up-do holds every time…without elastics, hairspray, whatever. Oh, and they come in two convenient colors: blonde and brunette! You can find these magical pins at Wal Mart.
3) Hana Elite Flat Iron 1.5″ at Misikko
After an entire summer of flat-iron-free existence, the heat is back on! After trying out Hana Elite Flat Iron (courtesy of Misikko), I don’t ever want to go back to my old iron. The plates of this flat iron are super smooth, and heat up in a flash. And since the plates are also wider (Hana Elite 1.5″ Flat Iron is the first and only pure ceramic plate flat iron in the world to be available in a wider plate size) – flattening my hair takes literally minutes! And when the days are shorter, noone wants to spend too much time on primping.
Another cool feature of this iron is the temperature dial! This is something that my old iron did not have – and it makes such a difference, as different hair types require different temps. After playing around with the dial, I found the perfect setting for my hair.
Hana Elite Flat Iron is literally a salon-quality iron, with a ton of amazing features. It gets the job done better than any iron I’ve owned before, and with a two-year warranty – you know it won’t be dying on you any time soon. If you want to check out the entire line of Hana products, head on over to Misikko for the best selection.
Photo Credits: milk_shake, Goody, Style Blog, Misikko
What’s your initial reaction to these Alberto Guardiani Lipstick Heels? Mine was something like this: “HELLYESIWANTTHESESHOESTOBEMINERIGHTNOWRIGHTNOW!!!!!%*&*&$#&$#@^#@”
Maybe I could DIY these? I have plenty of old lipsticks lying around…and I’ll just have to be careful not to actually touch the floor with my faux-heels. Gliding on air would definitely come in handy right about now.
If you’re not so keen on my DIY idea (why not???), you can pick up a pair of these lovely pumps directly from the designer – Alberto Guardiani for all of $320 (also comes in black suede, and red patent). And as a bonus, you’ll get a free pair of extra lipstick heels in a color of you choice!
What’s your verdict?
Photo Credits: TFS, Alberto Guardiani
Well, well, well…last week, we got our first chilly reminder of what’s to come – cooler temps, followed by the rain, snow, and slush. Too much of a reality check for you? Me too.
At least, I finally got to wear my new Cougar Pillow Boots, without looking like a crazy person. They kept my feet so warm and comfy – pure bliss. Did you now Cougar re-released its now iconic Pillow Boot? Well, now you do! And this time around, these comfy kicks come in a variety of styles and colors to boot. What’s your fave? Let me know in the comments!
I Wore: Sweater – c/o Billabong; Top – Forever 21; Shorts – H&M; Thigh-highs – American Apparel; Bag – c/o Ecco; Boots – Cougar Pillow Boots; Ring – YSL; Sunglasses – Ray Ban
I don’t know about you, but my usual hotel policy for travelling is this: don’t overspend, because you will likely spend way more time exploring outside of your room. This obviously doesn’t apply to honeymoons, and tropical vacays in general. So when looking for accomodation for our Vegas trip, le bf and I were trying to be economical, but I just could not get the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas out of my mind. Everyone kept recommending it, and it sure did look nice…so in the end, we decided to go for it, and boy, were we happy that we’d tried something new! Ever since we got back from our vacay, we’ve been gushing and raving about Cosmo to everyone who will listen, and here are some of the reasons why.
Rates: Truth be told, you could probably find a more affordable hotel on the strip. But the value that Cosmo offers (at their prices) simply cannot be beat! Plus, they do not charge the $20 per day resort fees, that most hotels add to your bill at the end of your stay, which helps cut the costs.
Check-in: Smooth and quick, with courteous reception attendants. We did have to wait in line for about 10-15 minutes when we arrived, but that was expected.
Location: On the strip, connected to Crystals shopping centre (aka the Holy Grail for shopaholics), smack dab in the middle of all the action. Paris and Planet Hollywood are both across the street, and Bellagio is just next door. It doesn’t get much better.
Room: Large and spacious, with amazing extras such as a hot tub, large standing glassed-in shower, double sinks, two flat-screen TVs, mini kitchenette, artsy Fornasetti wallpaper, and one of the best features ever – a balcony. Cosmo is the only hotel with views this incredible. Want to take a look at the Eiffel Tower? There it is! Bellagio fountains? Right in front of you. I really doubt you’d be able to find a better Vegas view anywhere.
Bed: SO damn comfortable…one of the best I’ve ever slept in. True story. Turn-down service in the evening added an extra bit of luxury to our stay.
Hotel: Brand spanking new, and gorgeous to boot. Both le boyfriend and I loved it! The entire place is designed in such a way, that you really don’t want to leave the resort – with amazing restaurants like Wicked Spoon (superb buffet), Holsteins (milkshakes, burgers, and lobster rolls…oh yeah!), China Poblano, and so many more – you really are in for a treat. And the gorgeous Chandelier Bar? Just stunning.
Casino: Can’t comment on the casino too much, because the only thing we did there was play slots…and lose. Wah-wah. But if you do sign up for their Identity Cards, you’ll get $10 of free play, which if you’re lucky, can turn into $1000 at the spin the wheel thing (a promo), but make sure to look for it before you spend your free play money.
Speaking of Identity Cards, you earn points on every dollar you spend at the hotel/casino. So if you have brunch at the Wicked Spoon, for example (highly recommended BTW), you earn points, if you play slots, you earn points, if you stay at the hotel, you earn points. And once you’ve collected 1500 points, you can use it as cash! Cha-ching!
Pools: Ok, so we’ve only been to the Bamboo pool, but I really enjoyed it, despite the 50 degree heat. There are a lot of loungers to go around, and the pool area has a nice, relaxing atmosphere. The music isn’t too loud or distracting. Perfect for soaking up the sun. And the rooftop views are just beyond!
Overall, I must admit, I really loved Cosmopolitan Las Vegas – it had everything I needed and so much more – great food, amazing rooms, gorgeous views, kick-ass location…you name it. After our 3 nights were up, we literally did not want to leave. Needless to say, this will be my Vegas base for any future trips. I simply can’t wait to go back!
More photos after the jump!
Ahh, TIFF! Celebs in town, gifting lounges all over the place, and parties, parties, oh, and did I mention PARTIES? Yes, Toronto is the place to be during the first two weeks of September – there’s no doubt about it!
Last week, I met up with my blogger/real-life friend Monica to check out the Swarovski Fashion Suite at the Four Seasons Toronto. Not knowing what to expect, I was stunned by the one-of-a-kind pieces displayed.
Making its one and only Canadian appearance, was the handcrafted Daniel Swarovski Catwalk Collection, which included both clothing and accessories – all of which looked both stunning and unique, adorned with crystals, feathers, sequins, and leather…oh my!
And though, only real stars got shiny baubles to wear on TIFF red carpets, checking out the swanky lounge and oggling the priceless pieces (seriously, these are not for sale) was fun enough for us. Though I would definitely not complain if I had something this glam to wear to TIFF parties!
More photos after the jump!
