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Entries in Holiday 2011 (20)

Thursday
Jan052012

Real Life Runway on CityLine

The name is way too long but, I love, love, love Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips.  If you haven't tried them, you must!

In case you missed it, check out my second appearance for iVillage.ca on CityLine!  The segment was all about stylish stocking stuffers for the mommy fashionista and though Christmas has come and gone, there are still some super fun little finds that I think you totally deserve to buy yourself.  I ended up buying three I Am T. Pain Mics as gifts over the holidays. Ridiculous!  What do you think I should pitch as my next segment on CityLine?  All ideas are up for consideration :) 

Wednesday
Dec282011

NYE Special: Update your LBD

Originally posted in The CLOSET

Kristen Stewart sparkles in a sequined mini-dress; 1. Occasion Sequin Flap Crossbody Bag, Coach, $198; 2. Suede Bootie, ALDO, $90.99; 3. Tarina Tarantino Eyelicity Glitter Liner, Sephora, $16; 4. Chainmail Bracelet with Fringe,Smart Set, $7.99

Zoe Saldana wearing a '20s-influenced Gucci Spring 2012 dress; 1. Elasticized Metal Belt, H&M, $19.95; 2. Ankle-Strap Platform Pump, ALDO, $90; 3, Soft Crepe Tuxedo Blazer, Dynamite, $42.90; 4. Tassel Earrings, H&M, $6.95

Karolina Kurkova hits the red carpet in Chanel; 1. Stop the Show Feather Cape, Claire's, $32; 2. Skinny Feather Headband, Gap, $24.95; 3. Feather Clutch, ALDO Accessories, $40; 4. Velvety Feather Pump, ALDO, $80

Be it resolved that this New Year's Eve, you'll make your old LBD new again;  Instead of letting it fade into a sea of black, black, black, consider your forlorn old frock a blank canvas for party-ready extras that are made for hosting and toasting.  Be they sparkles, shiny golden extras or flighty feathers, the right accessories can renew even the most basic dress, allowing you to greet the coming year with a serious amount of Jagger-like swagger.  Whether you're celebrating with a close group of friends, or partying with thousands, Happy New Year to you!  Wishing you a 2012 filled with good health, happiness, and, of course, fabulous outfits :) xo

Friday
Dec232011

Falalalala...

Photo courtesy Life Magazine archives, via Club Monaco's 'culture club' blog 

My shopping is finished, my wrapping is not,

But I'm feeling quite ready to do quite a lot,

(Of eating and drinking and nothing, I mean),

While enjoying the sparkle and glitter and green.

And so my sweet readers, Happy Holidays to you,

'Til 2012, I now bid you, adieu!

xoxo


Thursday
Dec222011

All I Want for Christmas Is...

Rosie Huntington-Whitely's makeup artist,

Lottie Moss's hair, 

Helen Mirren's confidence,

Jennifer Aniston's personal trainer,

and Gisele Bündchen's bank account.  Any chance Santa can make that happen?

Wednesday
Dec212011

It's Time for...

It's that time of year where all things pretty and shiny come out to play;  The Christmas ornaments glow, the little lights twinkle and the champagne sparkles, making everything feel just a little more magical.  I love how Mulberry's Emma Hill unexpectedly topped a shiny, snow-sweeping maxi with a decidedly utilitarian anorak, keeping the whole look from dancing into OTT territory.   The brilliance of this Club Monaco dress?  Its ribbon belt is removable, so you can cinch the dress at the waist with any of your own skinny belts, and the shimmery fabric is seasonless, meaning you get to wear it all year long.  A good LBD will always be chic but a metallic maxi is way more fun, non?

PS - I'll be talking about chic stocking stuffer ideas on CityLine today!  If you missed the 9 am show, tune in again at 2pm or watch it online!