A Sneak Peek at Target's Spring 2014 Collection

Models show off some lovely finds from the Target Spring '14 Collection.

Anytime I feel blah, I can count on Target to brighten things up. And so, I headed to the Target Spring Preview in a Toronto snowstorm last week, hoping for some warmth on a very frigid day. The minute I walked into The Spoke Club, I could feel the spring thaw. Pretty models showed off colourful minis, shorts and dresses, the racks were loaded up with bright spring beauties for the whole fam, and buckets upon buckets of fresh cut flowers made the whole showroom smell like a garden in bloom. 

From beautiful beauty picks to Kelly Wearstler-esque home decor lust-haves, there's plenty to covet at Target for Spring '14...

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14 Resolutions Worth Keeping in 2014

Source: Pinterest

Originally posted in The LOOK

At -21 degrees (windchill notwithstanding), 2014 is off to a very chilly start. While you huddle up indoors, away from the deadly polar vortex swirling around outside, I think now's a pretty good time to take stock of the year ahead. If you're like me, my grand New Year's resolutions never really pan out the way I plan. All good intentions for eating like Gwyneth Paltrow and working out like a ninja usually fall by the wayside sometime around next week and by then, I'll likely already be back to my 2013 ways. 

So this year, I resolve to make more realistic goals - small little things that will make a positive impact on my day-to-day, from wearing cooler jeans to updating my playlist. If you're looking to refresh, recharge and renew, too, read on for the 14 New Year's resolutions that might actually be worth keeping this year...

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Holiday Gift Guide: The GIRL Edition

All wrapped up for the holidays. Photo via Glamour Drops.

Originally posted in The LOOK

Girls love pretty things. We just do. And while I'm sure there's a woman or two out there who doesn't like sparkles and shoe shopping, we all like to see beautiful things under the tree. Whether it's a yummy scented hand cream, a gorgeous cookbook or a perfectly lovely handbag, I've rounded up some of the prettiest presents out there to bring joy to every woman in your life. And ladies, if you see something you adore here, you just might want to forward this guide on as a subtle little wink wink, nudge nudge in the right direction.

Only 3 weeks until the big day. Can you believe it?! 

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TOTALLY GIFTED: The BOY Edition

No BBs in this guide, but we have included a fine version by NERF. Photo A Christmas Story.

Originally posted in The LOOK

When it comes to holiday shopping, I'm here to help. With the dozens of gifts on your to-get list this year, the last thing you need is one more thing to do. And so, I've done a little legwork for you and surveyed some of the men in my life - from my husband to bachelor friends to my 9 year-old nephew, to find out what guys REALLY want this Christmas.

Whether he's an avid athlete, a world traveller, or just likes to get his game on, check out my 2013 Men's Gift Guide, with ideas for every guy on your list. Good luck out there, ladies. Oh, and be sure to check back for the Girls' Guide.
xx

15 Wardrobe Essentials Every Woman Should Own

Originally posted in The LOOK

Happy (?) Monday! How is this day always so punctual? Be late for once, take your time getting here, just...chill, would you? One thing that always makes Mondays especially tough is figuring out what to wear after a long lazy weekend. Luckily, getting dressed in the morning can be pretty easy; if you have the right things in your closet, that is. These 15 new wardrobe essentials will always keep you chic, even on those days like today when you think you have absolutely nothing to wear. 

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(and while you're at it, be sure to check out the new, very festive 'me' on the Intercity blog. Only in cartoon do I ever get to wear Celine. Thanks Korkola Design! xx)