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Holidays 2011: Beauty Essentials

Some of my fave beauty products that will keep anyone cheerful and beautiful this holiday season…from head to toe!

1. Greg May Peppermint Cream Conditioner ($21.99)

Every time I use this product, I feel a happy jolt of energy that only the smell of fresh peppermint could provide…Its decidedly Christmassy scent makes me want to smell my own hair all day long (it’s not weird, I swear!), while the botanical extracts and proteins moisturize, condition and add body to my hair, leaving it soft and shiny. This one’s a keeper, ladies and gents!

2. Topshop Metallic Nail Polish ($11)

It’s pretty much a given nowadays that New Year’s eve requires the highest wattage of sparkle and shine. And with a plentiful selection of glam and glittery polish over at Topshop, you are sure to walk away beaming! Your fingers and toes have never looked so pretty!

3. Nip + Fab Eye Fix ($20)

Long nights of partying, lack of sleep, and a little too much eggnog can result in some nasty under-eye issues. Nip those circles in the bud by using this fab duo of eye cream and concealer. Works like a charm!

4. Mary Kay Really Red Lipstick ($16.50)

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been in dire need of a good red lipstick, so when I got this Really Red one from Mary Kay, I jumped for joy! The color is simply perfect, the texture is creamy, and it actually stays put. Will surely come in handy for that New Year’s Eve kiss.

5. Benefit Cosmetics Dallas Powder ($28)

Here in Ontario, the sun don’t shine from September to…well…June. So what’s a girl to do to keep herself from overdosing on self-tanner? Go to Dallas! Ok, not literally. But seriously, Benefit’s Dallas Powder is a personal favorite and an instant glowifier (yes, I made that one up). Shimmery and light, it won’t make your face look cakey and overdone…unless that’s the look you’re going for, in which case all you have to do is layer it until you achieve the desired…errr…result. See? Easy, peasy, beautiful!

What are you fave holiday beauty products and tips? Share them in the comments.

Holidays 2011: Disco New Year

So I’ve (barely) survived Christmas. After 5 days in bed (and on the couch) with a terrible cold/flu thing, watching my new Ally McBeal DVDs, I am still congested, and dizzy from the meds, but fingers crossed, I’ll be alright for New Years. This year I’ll be attending a 70′s themed New Year’s Eve bash, and this is what I would like to wear. A little bit of sparkle mixed in with a little bit of velvet will hopefully make for a comfy, yet fun combo. Here’s hoping I don’t catch another killer cold.

Are you going out to celebrate New Year’s Eve? What will you be wearing? Share in the comments.

1. Ball Clutch – Zara

2. Star Bangle – Tamara’s

3. Lightning Bolt Brooch – ASOS

4. Disco Ball Earrings – Topshop

5. Glitter Platforms – Aldo

6. Velvet Dress – Topshop

Mary Katrantzou for Topshop!

News broke this morning that Topshop (that we finally have in Canada – hooray!) will be collaborating with London-based designer Mary Katrantzou! Katrantzou’s artfully printed frocks have first caught my attention at The Room, where I was too terrified to even glance at price tags on her beautiful pieces of art that we call dresses. And we all know that…if you’re too scared to look, sadly, you can’t afford it. So you can imagine how happy I was that after all the drooling and wishing for a chance to own a piece by Katrantzou, my dreams are (sort of) coming true!

The collection, consisting of 14(!!!) pieces is slated to drop next February, according to the Style Bubble. And though you certainly won’t be paying anywhere near regular prices for this Topshop collab, it will still cost you a pretty penny, with this dress going for GBP 350. But no matter, the die-hard Katrantzou fans will be delighted at this lovely collab, and judging from the preview pics, we’ll be getting a bang for our bucks – the preview dress looks stunning, even if it’s a little less dramatic than her original designs. But for a fraction of the price, who’s complaining?

This is definitely one of the best fast-fashion collabs ever…certainly in the same league as Lanvin for H&M. Are you as excited as I am? Share in the comments, lovelies!

Photo Credits: Style Bubble

Wish You Were at Topshop at The Bay

Photostar photobooth photos from tonight’s event. If you can’t tell from the pics – I had the best time ever! Thanks, The Bay and Topshop Canada for a kickass night!

Also, we make the worst gangstas ever! That’s all.

What I Wore: SMUT Soiree

Here’s what I wore to Lainey Gossip’s SMUT on Monday! My brand new Topshop skirt in one of my fave colors ever – mustard, a cheapie printed shirt via Forever21, some fun beaded bracelets from H&M, and of course, my favorite Pierre Hardy heels from The Room. I am in serious love with the skirt, and have a feeling that I’ll be wearing it all summer long. Oh yes, I will.

Having said that, as I mentioned, the four most stylish gossipettes are competing to win the big $2K prize from The Bay, and if you have a few minutes, you should totally vote for your favorite! One of the candidates is already featured on Style Blog, and she definitely has my vote. Who will you be voting for?

I Wore: Skirt – Topshop (The Bay); Top – Forever21; Necklace – Kate Spade; Shoes – Pierre Hardy (The Room); Bracelets – H&M, The Bay, BCBG; Rings – H&M, Forever21, YSL; Belt – Zara; Backpack – Chanel

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Style Blog, June 22nd 2011 | Tags: BCBG, Chanel, Forever21, H&M, Kate Spade, Lainey Gossip, Organic Style, Pierre Hardy, SMUT Soiree, The Bay, The Room, Topshop, What I Wore, YSL, Zara
Posted in Fashion, Organic Style, What I Wore

What I Wore: Panthers, and Rabbits, and Planking, Oh My!

This is what my cat looks like when he gets mad at me, fangs exposed, mouth snarling, eyes wide open…bracing to attack. Scary, no? It’s ok though, because I can stand up for myself. This (below) is my hissing face. This way Pepper (my cat) knows not to mess with me.

Anyway, I wore this to last weekend’s 1000 Tastes of Toronto, which was disappointing to say the least (more like 10 Tastes of Toronto). Thank goodness, le boyfriend and I bought only 2 tickets each (and ended up using only 3 out of 4). Post 1000 Tastes, the rest of the afternoon was spent chasing fake rabbits, attempting planking on said rabbits (which were extremely hot to the touch), and trying to avoid the MMVAs at all cost. Don’t you just love summer?

I Wore: Top – Topshop (The Bay); Shorts – Banana Republic; Bag – c/o Ecco; Hat, Bracelets, Sunglasses - H&M; Bracelet – BCBG; Shoes – Old Navy

Topshop + Topman Summer Takeover Pop-up Shop

Last weekend, Topshop Canada rolled out the loungers and umbrellas for their summer takeover weekend pop-up shop. In anticipation of the first official Topshop (and Topman) store in Canada (coming in September to The Bay Yorkdale), shoppers were invited to browse the summer looks, and do some serious (Top)shopping under the sun. Luckily, one of the first people there, I was ecstatic to finally be able to get my hands on some of the items, that until now were either unavailable, or a big pain in the ass to buy (customs, duties, shipping…oh my!). I was in serious love with so many items at the pop-up, but seeing how my credit card is still hurting after my NYC trip, I had to be good, and walked away (after some considerable contemplating) with a lovely mustard-colored skirt, and a black panther top (which The Bay’s Suzanne Timmins and Christopher Sherman seemed to have a soft spot for as well).

All in all, a great time was had by all. And judging by the snaking line-ups around the parking lot at Queen St. and Soho St. all weekend long, I wasn’t the only one eager to finally snag some Topshop and Topman goodies. The only problem with pop-ups is that they are temporary, and once the weekend was over, I was left wanting more…Thankfully, September is just around the corner, and the (Top)shopaholic in me will just have to chill for now.

So, were you there this past weekend? Excited about Topshop/Topman Canada? Buy anything super cute? Share in the comments!

Don’t Miss – This Month in Toronto!

The Bay x Topshop and Topman Pop-up

Queen St. West and Soho Street (parking lot)

June 17th (noon-8pm), June 18th (10am-8pm), June 19th (10am-5pm)

For all of you Toronto shopping addicts, The Bay is bringing Topshop right to your doorstep. Well, kinda. As we’ve reported before, Topshop will be coming to Canada in the fall. But if you just can’t wait that long, get your credits cards ready – Topshop and Topman pop-up shops will be…erm…popping up this summer!

This weekend, the first 200 customers, will receive a limited-edition canvas bag (each day), and the most stylish shopper will not only win tickets to the official The Bay Yorkdale VIP launch party (in September), but will also walk away with a $500 Topshop shopping spree (courtesy of The Bay). Not to mention that you’ll get to shop the fave Brit retailer without having to board a transatlantic flight. I say, not too shabby.

Diet Coke x Joe Fresh Mobile Beauty Boost

Loblaws locations in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver

June/July 2011

Pamper yourself in this sweltering heat with some refreshing Diet Coke, and a Joe Fresh beauty boost. Diet Coke x Joe Fresh Beauty Boost van will be stopping by various Loblaws locations in the months of June and July in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, to provide some free makeup touchups, mini manis, and of course, ice cold Diet Coke. Sounds like fun to us!

To find out where the next pop-up will take place, follow Diet Coke on Twitter: http://twitter.com/DietCoke_CA

The Met’s Costume Institute Gala 2011: Best

There’s no night like the Met’s Costume Institute Gala for fashion porn. To me, not even the Oscars can compete with THE fashion event that is Met Ball. Which is why, year after year, I keep hoping for more drama, more choices that aren’t exactly safe – something eye-popping, gorgeous, and not boo-ring. This year, there were so many champagne color safe gowns, some really beautiful (Gwyneth Paltrow in Stella McCartney), others (cough*Kate Hudson in Stella McCartney*cough) not so much, but all withouth exception – boring, boring, boring. And though the idea of “Best Dressed” is really a matter of preference and opinion, here are my top 5 best-dressed ladies of the night.

1. Ginnifer Goodwin in Topshop Unique

Lovely pop of color and that beautiful face with perfect makeup, and her new-ish pixie. This one was my favorite look of the night.

2. Diane Kruger in Jason Wu

You already know that I love me some Diane. And I felt that her super-high thigh-slit and those gorgeous gams of hers really made this look. So hot!

3. Margherita Missoni in Missoni

A dress that is part sorbet buffet and part Swan Lake…I’m all over it! Love her choice of accessories, and that messy bun. Such a fun, fresh, young look. Love it!

4. Anna Dello Russo in Alexander McQueen

This was rather understated for ADR, no? But I still loved her take on feminine tuxedo-dressing, egg-headpiece and all.

5. Liv Tyler in Givenchy Couture

The entire Spring 2011 Givenchy Couture collection was one of the best in a very long time, and this gown is definitely anything but boring. I love the color, the feathers, and the origami-like detailing. I wish I could wear something this beautiful one day. It’s exquisite!

Do you agree with my picks? Do you think they are hideous? Did you have some other favorites? Discuss in the comments?

Photo Credits: 1st photo – Lainey Gossip; all others – Fab Sugar

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Style Blog, May 3rd 2011 | Tags: Alexander McQueen, Anna Dello Russo, Celebrity Fashion, Diane Kruger, Ginnifer Goodwin, givenchy, Jason Wu, Liv Tyler, Margherita Missoni, Missoni, The Met Ball, The Met's Costume Institute Gala 2011, Topshop
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Topshop and Topman in Canada at The Bay Fall 2011

Guess what, fashion lovers!!! Well, you might’ve guessed it from the title, but TOPSHOP and TOPMAN are finally going to be available in Canada at The Bay come this fall! Throw your hats in the air, do a happy dance, and pop open your fave bottle of champers! Our fashion prayers have finally been answered. Of course, there’s still Jonathan and Olivia, but I bet you The Bay will have a much wider selection, and hopefully a lower markup.

Are you happy about this exciting development? I know, I am! And here I thought I already spent way too much time at The Bay…new level of shop-stalking is coming soon to The Bay store near me.

Photo Credits: Topshop, The Bay

Topshop/Topman Now Ships to Canada!

Saw this little tidbit on a forum wall a couple of days ago, but wasn’t sure if this was confirmed. Now Lou Lou Magazine, twitted the same thing. Could it really be? Will Topshop finally ship to Canada (and other 13 countried listed above)? It almost feels unreal!

Update: Topshop’s official twitter page also confirms the news! Next step – open an actual store in Toronto. Pretty please?

Friday Faux Pas: Emma Cook for Topshop

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Perhaps I shouldn’t be one to judge, given that I am really into Wolf and Christmassy knits right now, but those Emma Cook for Topshop sweaters are all kinds of ugly! Would you ever wear this? Maybe to a Tacky Sweater party? Probably the only collection that doesn’t make me wish we had Topshop in Canada.

Photo Credits: www.nitrolicious.com

Louise Goldin for Topshop

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If you needed another reason to resent Topshop for not having a store in Canada, here’s one. These Louise Goldin pumps are designed exclusively for Topshop and are to die for! So tough, and yet so sexy! I really want need a pair! If only there was a store in Toronto, then my chances of actually owning a pair would be much greater! Santa, if you hear me, I am a size 8.5!

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Photo Credits: www.mykromag.com

Topshop Holiday Collections Preview

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I’ve been so preoccupied with the many fun and exciting things happening, that I completely stopped paying attention to things like…it’s OCTOBER ALREADY! What that generally means, is that the holiday season is nearly here, and very soon the crazed shoppers will start hitting the malls in search of fresh blood Christmas gifts. It also means, that pretty soon we all will need holiday outfits! The search never stops! Well, thankfully, Topshop people are much more on track than I am, and both Topshop and Kate Moss for Topshop holiday collections will be available in stores come November. In the meantime, we have a preview of the few pieces from the two collections.

And while I love Kate Moss’ style as much as the next fashionista, I am not in love with her pieces, especially considering the price range of $100-$400 (and that butterfly dress!!! WTF?)! My fave items, surprisingly, come from the main Topshop collection in shape of the sequined dress ($410), red velvet undies set ($150), and the black rope dress ($210). All of which, though cute, still seem grossly overpriced! I’ll definitely be waiting to see what becomes available at Zara and H&M. What about you? Are you loving any of the pieces?

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Kate Moss for Topshop Holiday Collection Preview after the jump!

Christopher Kane for Topshop

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Just a reminder to all of you lucky ducks that have Topshop stores nearby…Christopher Kane for Topshop collection launches in stores and online today! The alligator dress above…I must have it! Will be scouring eBay in (vain) hope of finding one…Shop till you drop, ladies!

Photo Credits: Topshop

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1. Ginnifer Goodwin in Topshop Unique

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4. Anna Dello Russo in Alexander McQueen

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