Cash-ing In
This year I somehow acquired a LOT of sweaters, to the point where my drawers are nearly overflowing. And yet time and again, one of my most favourite pieces is a beautiful sequin-embellished cashmere...
View ArticlePointe The Way
Despite the fact that many films, books and TV shows have told us that being a ballerina is a grueling, almost masochistic activity, there’s something about tutus and pointe shoes that still attracts...
View ArticleCrew Cuts
I was lucky enough to attend the opening of J Crew’s 12th store in Canada this past week – located in Calgary’s Market Mall (a fabulous shopping destination in general, for the record). See, here’s the...
View ArticleTrend Watch: Wildcat
As my inbox has been filling up with fall fashion items, I’ve noticed a recurring – if not exactly new – theme. The might leopard print is dominating the racks of every store imaginable, and for good...
View ArticleFind of the Month: Joe Fresh
Pack up the pumpkins and break out the tinsel – it’s November 1st, and that means holiday coverage is officially happening here on the Canadian Gift Guide. For the next 50 days, I am going to be...
View ArticleFrosty The Bro-Man
Let’s get to it shall we? Today marks the first of many themed gift guides for the season. For the third year, I’m writing a guide geared toward ‘bros’ – whether by blood, by kinship, or by pure manly...
View ArticleTik Tik Tik Titika Boom
I am *excited* about today’s featured brand. For one thing, they are Canadian – Titika Active Couture (hereby Titika) was created and is still designed to this day in Toronto. For another, as someone...
View ArticleSoon It Will Be Christmas Day
Not sure if you’ve looked at the calendar lately, but Christmas Eve is just a mere five days away (not including today). That’s…a little nuts. Hopefully by now you’ve got the bulk of your shopping...
View ArticleI Want You To Want Me
What’s on my wish list this fine April month you ask? Read on and wish alongside me! From L to R Misfit Shine – $99.99 USD: There are many activity trackers on the market but the Misfit Shine is the...
View ArticleSay It Like You Mean It
What It Is: I’m in a fashion-y mood as of late – between last week, this week, and next week’s post you’ll have plenty of fashion inspiration. Today’s comes from a U.S.-based tee shop called Arquebus...
View ArticleTop 10 Holiday 2015 Gifts Under $25
$25 is a fabulous budget for a myriad of people on your holiday shopping list. From coworkers to Secret Santa swaps to friends to gracious hosts to assorted aunts, uncles and cousins. So here are 10...
View ArticleTop 10 Holiday 2015 Gifts Under $150
It’s time for another entry into my budget-based gifting series! Today I’m highlighting slightly pricier gift ideas that are great picks for those special people on your list – the grandkids, your...
View ArticleMy Guy
I couldn’t forget about the guys when writing about Valentine’s Day. Today I’m highlighting five fab picks any guy on your list would love – almost as much as he loves you! CULTI Home SPA Mareminerale...
View ArticleComfy Cozy Are We
Yes I’m borrowing a line from the holiday season for the title of this post, but winter’s deep roots still feel firmly planted across most of Canada right now, and I thought it was high time I write a...
View ArticleSpring Break Survival
For a lot of Canadians, spring break is either taking place right now or coming up very quickly on the horizon. No matter your plans, today’s gift guide has got you covered! Down for a Dip One-Piece...
View ArticleTrend Watch: Fun Fare
One of my favourite recurring motifs is carnival-themed items! This season I’ve spotted some carnival-inspired items from a bunch of retailers – check ’em out below! From L to R Carnival of Likes...
View ArticleGlamour Ghouls
What It Is: If I could outfit my loungewear wardrobe from one brand, it’d definitely be Wildfox. Known for their slouchy, distressed sweaters with quirky motifs, the brand also puts out cool seasonal...
View ArticleJolly Happy Soul: The Dapper Guy’s Gift Guide
Today’s post title is brought to you by the opening lines of Frosty the Snowman (he of the silk hat, corncob pipe, and button nose) – and a whole lot of stylish gift ideas. As I was crafting my gift...
View ArticleIn The Market
I have lived in a few different places across Canada, which has exposed me to a lot of neat local traditions, customs, and events – our country is vast and diverse, and the better for it! One such...
View ArticleThis Provincial Life
What It Is: This year is Canada’s 150th Jubilee, meaning you’re going to be seeing a lot of Canadiana pride items popping up at your fave retailers. I will of course be highlighting tons of Canadian...
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