Sondra and Osaka had a dream to go to Montreal by the end of the year and they were determined to make it happen. So they decided to make it their New Year’s resolution. The two of them began their journey by packing their bags and setting out on a road trip. They drove and…
The Royal Canadian Legion Canada’s largest Veteran support and community service organization! The Royal Canadian Legion cares for all those who have served our nation. As members, you show your thanks by supporting and advocating for Veterans, by remembering their sacrifices, and by continuing the tradition of service in helping our communities. #GetYourPoppy The Poppy…
Queen Elizabeth II: her reign in numbers Remembering Queen Elizabeth II 70-year reign Royals unite: Harry and Meghan join William and Kate in tribute to Queen Prince Andrew Consoles Princess Eugenie as Tearful Royals View Flowers Queen Elizabeth II: The Master of Small Talk
“We could solve American homelessness easier than you think. On average, there are over 17,000,000 vacant homes in America at any given time. Meanwhile, according to EndHomelessness.org, there are roughly half a million homeless people in the states. We have enough vacant homes to give each homeless person several homes.” DEIRDRE KAYE/scarymommy.com Aztec priests believed that the tears…
Betty White is such an iconic woman! She has been making films and on tv for the majority of her life and has given it her all to entertain us and make us laugh. Betty White had many friends – and here are a few of them that she loved and was likely hoping to…
So much buzz going on right now about the new Timbiebs! Check out the posts below to see what all of the buzz is about! 3 new flavours – birthday cake waffle, chocolate white fudge, sour cream chocolate chip – and some new merch! Hi there! View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
We all have been hearing a lot about this duo – Megan Fox and Kourtney Kardashian. Now you can see them in a whole new light – in their latest campaign shoot! Keeping it Real View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kourtney Kardashian (@kourtneykardash) Cherries Anyone? View this post on Instagram A…
Oh the VMAs! Yup! They came and went this year and along with all of the glam, glitter and ‘worm costumes’, there were also a number of funky and fun outfits that showed up on the red carpet. See below to check out some of those awesome looks! Doja Cat View this post on…
We all know that there still a lot of criticism, negativity and commentary that come up when we’re talking ‘bodies’ – but at the end of the day, what it really comes down to is confidence and a belief in one’s self. If you stay true to yourself and you are grateful for all that…
Have you guys been watching the Olympics? Let’s check out some key Team Canada Moments! Polka Dots Are A Thing! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sex And The City_New York. (@sexandthecity_newyork) Hello! Is Anyone There? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sex And The City_New York. (@sexandthecity_newyork) Neutral…
Have you guys been watching the Olympics? Let’s check out some key Team Canada Moments! Day 12 Recap! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Canadian Olympic Team (@teamcanada) This is your moment – Andre De Grasse! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Canadian Olympic Team (@teamcanada) Special Night for…
Are you guys excited for the next Suicide Squad Film? Get ready for the Action! Red Carpet – Margot Robbie & John Cena View this post on Instagram A post shared by Margot Robbie (@margotrobbie.official_) Petition to name a new building in Edmonton – The Nathan Fillion Civilian Pavilion! View this post on Instagram A…
Jlo and Ben are definitely a pair again. See below to take a peek at their best ‘couple’ looks! Hugs are always the best! View this post on Instagram A post shared by ✨jlover_fer✨ (@_forever_jlo_) Holding Hands – The Best! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Guacamouly ? (@guacamouly) Riding in Style…
If you’ve been following along and keeping tabs on this Dynamic Duo – Megan Fox & Machine Gun Kelly – then you’ll definitely want to see our pick of their top 5 photos together! Check out the posts below to see which ones you like this most! Boom! View this post on Instagram A post…
Pride is a special month. One that serves as a reminder that we are all beautiful and special in our own way – and that we all deserve to live life in the most authentic way. Check out the posts below to see some top celebrity pride posts. Ruby Rose View this post on Instagram…
If you’re into weird facts and sitting on the edge of your seat, waiting to see what comes next – then you’ve landed in the right place. Scroll through and see which one shocks or interests you the most? Farmer’s Fender View this post on Instagram A post shared by Weird Facts (@factsweird) Baby &…
Easter! What an amazing time of year – absolutely love this season and all of the cute DIY projects that it brings with it – all of those delicious recipes that we can execute in the kitchen and those fun projects that we can get into with family and friends. Adorable Easter Decor Ideas View…
We all love holidays and celebrations – it’s just something fun to look forward to – right! Well – St. Patrick’s Day is one of those incredible holidays that gives us an opportunity to connect and celebrate with our friends and loved ones – in an incredible way! Whether you are into DIY Kitchen Experiments…
Many of us are Indiana Jones fans and love the whole line up of movies! What comes to mind? Adventure. Thrill. Excitement. And so much more! And now with Indiana Jones #5 scheduled to come out soon – so this is the perfect time to take a look back at a few fun moments! …
Chinese New Year Spring Festival or the Lunar New Year – is a festival that celebrates the start of a new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar. According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2021 is the year of the Ox. Let’s make this year an incredible one! Please take a peek at the posts below,…
Many of us are watching 9gag memes these days and loving every minute! We decided to compile a few of our favs! Check them out below! Making Everyday Life Less Boring View this post on Instagram A post shared by 9GAG: Go Fun The World (@9gag) Here’s one way to make life less boring! lol…
Puppies are literally the best! They are super happy to see us when we come home. They love us unconditionally. And they are truly our best friends. Let’s take a peek at some adorable puppies below! High Five! View this post on Instagram A post shared by cute.puppies.only (@cute.puppies.only) High Five! From this adorable French…
Burgers. Burgers. Burgers. What else can we say! They look amazing – they taste amazing – and they always ‘hit the spot’! Let’s take a peek at 5 burgers that will have your mouth watering! McDonald’s Big Mac View this post on Instagram A post shared by McDonald’s Canada (@mcdonaldscanada) The Big Mac is a…
I think we can all agree there are some really amazing shows that just live on forever and happen to be categorized under the ‘classic’ title! F.R.I.E.N.D.S. – it’s just one of those shows that we can’t ever forget. What an amazing cast and the jokes just never get old. Let’s take a peek at…
Valentine’s Day is coming up and we all know it! Our philosophy is always to celebrate this day in the most fabulous way – whether you’re single, going on a date or just feeling festive! Red and Pink are key colours this season and if you’re looking for some inspiration for your look this time…
If you are just like us, then you are obsessed with amazing Nutella Breakfast, Brunch and Yes! Even Dinner Experiences. Nutella just feels right, no matter what time of the day we’re talking about! That delicious smooth and delicate texture make each and every dish a great one. Take a peek below to see 5…
Tis’ The Season For Technology Tis’ the season for warmth, joy and technology! Loving every single minute of this holiday season and all that it has to offer. This year has definitely been an interesting one – we have have all certainly faced our fair share of challenges – but one of the silver linings…
Tis’ the season to be merry! And in this case Merry Means More than just the festive energy that comes through at this time of year – but also those incredible Ugly Christmas Sweaters that we all love so much! Let’s take a peek at a few of our favourite celebs sporting their awesome Ugly…
Starting Your Own Business – The Beginning Starting your own business can feel like quite the task. From the costs that come with incorporating your business – to selecting the products and services that you want to serve up to your customers – to really looking at how you are going to maintain that business on an ongoing…
Well – it’s the New Year soon and I am sure you have already got an idea of what those New Year’s resolutions are going to look like – join a gym – lose some of that holiday weight, pick a new hobby, meditate a bit more, learn a new skill, or it could really…
The Right Tools – The Importance of Technology So as you all know – the team and I are always exploring new partnership opportunities – and new ways that we can really take the Chic Sophistic brand to new levels – take our ‘Chic and Unique’ experience to a tangible space (and to a place)…
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women and men worldwide! Many of us still believe that this is a ‘female’ disease – but the truth is that ‘men’ too – are diagnosed with breast cancer. What is breast cancer? Breast cancer starts in the cells of the breast. A cancerous (malignant)…
International Friendship Day With Mickey & Minnie’s BFFs In life – there is so much to be appreciative for – especially our besties! How awesome is it that we can celebrate this thing we call life – with friends and family that we can truly say are the bread and butter of our lives. BFFs…
Chic Sophistic – Ready. Set. Go. #SurvivalLooksChic Discover. Learn. Try. Survive. As we move through each phase of life we are challenged with new changes – new environments and new choices – it’s as if life wants to test us – to really take us to our limits so that we can grow and learn…
Lambert Bags – A Chic & Stylish Survival Summer Experience Sometimes the best and worst thing about life – is that you realize you really can control so much of it – but you also (at the end of the day) – have absolutely ‘no control’ over it. It is in that moment – that…
Pride – the most incredible time of the year! I always know when it’s time to celebrate Pride – #PrideMonth – our #Pride – Pride for ourselves – for our lives – for who we are! You start to see more smiles showing up – more colours everywhere – the city just wakes ups and…
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OUR SERIES In December 2019, several patients from Wuhan, China were admitted with symptoms of pneumonia. As the number of patients presenting with similar symptoms started to rise, the causative agent was eventually isolated from samples. It was initially called the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) and has been recently relabelled as severe acute respiratory syndrome…
What does this mean? This means absolutely everything to me! Being an Ambassador for Children Believe is a dream come true. I have always wanted to make an impact, and to create change in this world – really have a voice and do something impactful with the skills that I acquired over the years. I…
chic valentines So guys – it is Valentine’s Day. And what does ‘Love’ mean to you? Well – here’s what ‘Love’ means to me! Love means finding someone that brings out the best in you and that makes you feel the best about yourself overall! Someone that challenges you to be better – someone who…
We ride together. We die together. Bad Boys for Life!!! Guys – this was incredible! I have seen the other Bad Boys films before – and definitely always thought that they were great – but this one was absolutely different – in it’s own great way! We see the characters as little bit more human…
Where It All Started … Childhood Dreams Turn Into Adult Realities I’m sure that many of you are like me and you absolutely fell in love with Disney from Day 1 – or at least what felt like Day 1. I could never quite put my finger on it – but the Disney brand always…
birthday celebrations o it is that time of year again – my birthday rolled around and at first – I honestly almost forgot that special day was coming up! Things get so busy these days – that I forget to even breathe sometimes, but that good old day has a way of bringing things in…
3 STEPS TO A TIDY HOME – CHIC & UNIQUE ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS FOR THE NEW YEAR! The Challenges – Let's Get Real. Can You Relate? So – here we are in 2020! It’s official – we have moved into the new year and starting fresh all over again. I always love when the seasons change…
‘Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed” – Alexander Pope I decided to start with that quote because to be honest I just read the title of the movie and I thought it was going to have some type of biological elements – like an actual parasite or monster, like…
If any of you are Disney fans like me – then you can completely sympathize with and understand my total obsession for all things Disney. There is this sense of magic – of opportunities and overwhelming excitement that is tied to the Disney brand for eternity and it’s something that we just all want to be a part…
This movie was great and I absolutely loved it. This live action lady and the tramp movie did justice to the original one. Sure there were some changes like the Siamese cats o prefered the cartoon ones to be honest. This movie was enchanting and the effort that the directors and producers put into the…
Small Business Owner = No Weekends How many of you would love to get your Sunday’s back? Just so that you could maybe catch up on your sleep…perhaps go for a run or even make it to that Yoga class that you so desperately wanted to sign up for months ago! If you’re anything like…
Building A Routine Building a routine isn’t always the easiest thing to do! It always sounds great – it always sounds like a good idea – but when it comes down to sticking to your routine – it never quite turns out to be…as easy as it looks! Something that I find works out for…
TIME TO PRESS PLAY Time To Press Play ▶️ In life we’re always looking for those heightened moments – we love the lead up – the preparation – the ‘getting ready’ – the drive there – and then finally landing exactly where we know we want to be! And along the way – we discover…
That Time Of Year – Fall I don’t know about you guys – but I am always a fan of Fall. The leaves start to change – the air changes – there is a freshness that just takes over and I want to start making changes – positive changes – start drinking more water –…
Chic Sophistic Goes To Italy I know many of you have been following along and have had an opportunity to really see our #Italy experience through the lens of the Google Pixel 3 – but absolutely wanted to take a minute to pull together a little write up and give you all a better idea…
4 Reasons Why Smiling is Healthy For You! As part of your daily life – for most of us I’m sure – we interact with people every single day. Whether you are heading out to meet a friend for coffee – or rushing to that interview for your dream job – or perhaps you’re going…
Step 1: Start By Laying Out All Of Your Ingredients First thing I do when really getting into anything that has me cooking up something fun in the kitchen – is to lay out my ingredients! When you can see everything in front of you and you’re prepared – it’s a great start and will…
If you Empower people – then you give them an intangible gift – the gift of confidence – the confidence that is needed to inspire change.
So for those of you who have been following along and know what I’m all about – then you definitely know that I have been following the Game of Thrones – HBO Series quite religiously. This really is one of my obsessions – so when L’Oreal (Urban Decay) reached out to team up on this…
Travel is always one of those things that we love to do! At least I know I certainly do. It is refreshing – it serves as a change of pace – gives us an opportunity to regroup and asses what we’re doing in our lives – and well – it’s just usually fun! The team…
Chic Sophistic Presents: An Enchanted Whimsical Wintery #ChicDiningExperience! ?️✨Imagine.✨? You open a door and it leads you into a #Magical#Whimsical#Wintery Den ❄️? @reverieatthepark?You look straight ahead … and you see beautiful ‘red’ #apples– @redprinceapple apples – to be exact ? You then look to your left and you are gracefully handed a freshly poured glass of @chandonusa – the perfect way to start…
Google Pixel 3 Review What I look for in A Device Camera Quality One of the first things that I tend to look for when experimenting with and testing out a new device – is the camera feature. I feel like whether you are a huge #techy or just someone who loves photos and capturing…
Halloween with my Google Pixel 3 So – if you didn’t catch any of my Insta-stories on the day of – or should I say – evening of – then you’ll have a chance to get a glimpse into my Halloween experiences – through the @Google Pixel 3 lens! This phone is absolutely incredible –…
HOW TO BE CHIC & EFFORTLESS – FALL FASHION REFRESH CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE When we try remember whether we are gaining an hour or losing an hour – we always have to refer to the two expressions that are commonly used during this time of year – Spring Forward – Fall Back. In this case…
LES MOULINS LA FAYETTE – LINDA CASSIEN Here at Chic Sophistic HQ – we decided to start a new series that highlights some pretty impressive individuals that we have met along the way! Everyone of us has our struggles – trials and tribulations – challenges – obstacles that we face – but what makes certain…
Coffee, Croissants & Cafes! Popped into one of my favourite cafes today – and just thought that you guys might want to be a part of this experience with me! I did a quick poll on Insta-stories asking you all … if you wanted me to start sharing a bit more re: Weekend ideas –…
Celebrating Life – A Chic Chandon Experience at Formula 1 A Chic Chandon Experience Many of you gorgeous people who follow me on social media already know that I teamed up with Chandon this summer…to cover all of the amazing activity surrounding Formula 1! This was my first year actually going and I really can…
PRIDE PARADE – BE LOUD – BE PROUD – BE CHIC – BE CONFIDENT It is that time of year again! We have teamed up with @TELUS for three years in a row now…and we are absolutely loving it! There is nothing better than seeing people smile, be comfortable in their own skin and just…
Colombia: Chic Hotel Experiences! Chic Sophistic & Travel The team and I have really been aiming to visit as many countries as we can over the next few years! Taking on the social media world full time has really given us the flexibility to make constant travel a reality. We have travelled within Canada –…
How I Became a Chic Gourmet Chef Overnight! Chic Sophistic x Food 4 Thought Anyone who has been following along knows that I absolutely love everything that has to do with health and wellness … as I believe that is strongly associated with our overall happiness! When we take care of ourselves physically – we…
Roses are #Red & Rosé is #Pink! If you have dropped by the Chic Sophistic page before – you know that I definitely am a huge fan of anything french – french language – lifestyle – french pastimes – nothing better than a fresh warm baguette – a little rose or champagne – and some…
Every Girl’s #DayDream – Google & Virtual Reality DayDreaming & France Thinking back a few years – the first time I really started appreciating this whole #daydreaming concept – was when I hopped on to an #AirFrance flight – my first flight ever actually – and landed in the South of France – Oh NICE!!…
ComiCon – Riddle Me This! I had a chance to drop in and check out this year’s ComiCon event … where I was just so impressed with all of the costumes and outfits! What impressed me even more … was all of the time and effort that went into making all of it look so…
Scars, Skin, Scrapes & Stilettos! Travel Tips That Help Me Every Step of The Way! Whether I’m travelling or just deciding on one of those awesome “staycations” – I’m always looking for quick easy fixes that actually do the trick! If these little solutions also happen to be “tiny” and “portable” – well then that’s…
Valentine’s Day – Technology – Will You Be My Valentine? Valentine’s Day is one of those days that we all think about and just ”know” is going to come up at some point! I find that people either love it or hate it – but all of you who know me best, realize that I…
This is in partnership with Capital One Canada. When choosing this career path – and making the decision to take a leap – and take on the social media world “full-time” – it became clear to me that the path to success and personal achievement wouldn’t be easy, but it would be extremely rewarding. It…
6 Awesome Shots You Absolutely Need in Your Wedding Album Your wedding is probably one such day where you can’t afford to make any mistakes.. Planning a wedding can be stressful for every women, we want everything to be perfect. From the lights, the decorations, the food or the photographs- you’ll always try to ensure…
BEAUTY & BRAINS – A GIFTING EXPERIENCE I received this lovely gift the other day – what an amazing Beauty & Brains gift – a total P&G beauty surprise that had me feeling confident about how I am going to look and smell in the New Year! I am still a little bit in disbelief…
Holidays + Family + Food + Gifts = Amazing #UnicornLife!! Holidays + Family The Holidays are a joyous time of year! It doesn’t really seem to matter what your religion is or what your beliefs are – it’s just such a beautiful sight – all the lights around the city – music – decor –…
Tech + Photos + Live Cases = Google Pixel 2 Phone – 5 Reasons Why I Just Can’t Get Enough Reason #1: Google Assistant I am absolutely obsessed with the Google Pixel 2 Phone, for more reasons than one, but I have to start with the Google Assistant. She is honestly the best! I ask…
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS. FINTECH. BEAUTY. FUTURE. FANTASY. FUTURE & FINTECH We wake up everyday excited for the next – thinking about the future – wondering what new tech device is coming our way – what new ideas are going to be shared with the world – where advancements will take us! What will life look…
Dresses. Fashion. Eclairs. Fashion. With us now officially in Fall (and about to move into Winter) – the leaves are falling – there are new colours everywhere – the air feels a bit different and new and fresh opportunities are just around the corner. It often feels good to look back at peek into the recent…
Chocolate & Thanksgiving: Pumpkin Brownies + Green Beans Thankful Every holiday is so special in its own way, but Thanksgiving is definitely one of those holidays that makes you truly think about what you appreciate…and are just generally thankful for! It gives you an opportunity to pause for a moment and really look at your life…
Luggage to transform your life Fugu Luggage, is the all in one bag that will get you out of the extreme difficult decision of picking the ideal carry-on for your traveling adventures. It uses an electric pump, which allows the luggage to extend its two sidelong dividers which helps for those extra pair of shoes…
MISS UNIVERSE CANADA + OPERATION SMILE – LEILY FIGUEROA + CHIC SOPHISTIC I wanted to take a minute to call attention to a bright intelligent young woman (@leilyfig) who has definitely caught my attention as a leading figure in the social media space – someone who has continued to show growth and sheer passion for…
Travel. France. Beaches. Wine. Cheese. La Vie! So, if you have been tuning in regularly and following up with what I have posting on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, you might have noticed that I went on a lovely trip to France – the South of France, to be specific – and oh boy…was it ever…
Skechers, Skies, Sandals and Scones! Time to Socialize, Skecherize and Summerize! I have been living the life of a blogger for quite some time now and really just can’t ever get enough! I am excited to wake up every day, look up at the sky and think “where will this take me next?” The beauty of pursuing your…
Unicorns, Butterflies and Bubbles Don’t stare at my Unicorn Hair – said nobody! You guys all know how much I absolutely love Unicorns and just magical things in general – why not add a bit of whimsy to your life – right? We often get trapped into these routines – as we get older…responsibilities really…
Gin – A Genuine #Sipsmith Experience To start, I want to say that I have never really been a Gin drinker! I absolutely love Red wine – along with all of the other health benefits that come with drinking it – at least that is what I tell myself ;). I have dabbled in a…
Summer Fun in the Sun – A Beauty Bar Experience I can’t tell you how excited I am that we are fully entering into the summer season – this is literally the best time of year! To be honest, I really love experience all four seasons – can’t say Fall, Winter and Spring are also…
Pride Parade! A #ShareLove Experience with @Telus Pride – all about being proud of yourself – being proud to be exactly who you are – happy with what you have to offer – this is what it is all about! We are so fortunate here in Toronto to really have a chance to celebrate…be happy…
The Unicorn Ball In Partnership with Ovarian Cancer Canada This year The Chic Sophistic team embarked on a whole new journey – we decided to officially debut our own Fashion line ??? and really bring our thoughts behind “women empowerment”? to a whole new level – thus giving birth to “The Unicorn Ball” ?? !…
Gratitude – How to EMBRACE what we have! We wake up everyday – we take a deep breath and slowly open our eyes. The first thing we think is ‘But first…coffee”…then we think “what should I have for breakfast?” We gracefully go about our day – one step at a time – with a purpose…
Empowering Girls – Why Volunteering Makes Sense for Your Career! One of the biggest problems for young millennial these days is really determining how to work towards achieving your ultimate career goals – figuring out what your next steps are going to be…and how to go about doing it in a way that feels worthwhile.…
Spring Fashion Trends Spring – ahhh this lovely season! We are full force ahead moving into this glorious season now! I feel like I have been talking about Spring for a very long time – but not really ever feeling like I was quite “in” that season. Being in Fashion, or really any industry –…
Ballroom Bliss – #RockThatCrystal My First Experience I often think back to my Paris trips – trips to Old Montreal – my trips to Colombia – I always love seeing heritage buildings – there is just something about the way that those buildings were built – the thought that went into building them – all…
Secret Garden – Nature at its Best I wrote a post a few weeks back about re-discovering my own city and I feel like that is relevant to this post as well, because I literally had no idea that this little Secret Garden was around the corner from the Chic Sophistic office! I was taking a…
Why Backpacks Always Work Backpacks have been trending ever since I can remember – but not exactly always in the same way! Obviously when I was going to school they were a big thing – we all know why – we needed them to carry our textbooks and notebooks obviously – but ‘style’ was never…
CAFA 2017 – A FASHION EVENT TO REMEMBER I had an amazing time at this year’s CAFA Awards – after party was definitely a blast! As I am sure you can tell – I am already a fan of Fashion Shows – anything Fashion is right up my alley – but I particularly loved this…
Gold or Silver? Gold or Silver? That is the question! I think this is another one of those age old questions – something that people ask themselves over an over again! I feel like we go through periods of time where one is more used or seen than the other, and then it switches up!…
Spring Cleaning: What to Let Go of Spring Cleaning is always one of those things that people refer to in the Spring, but it is really something that we should always aim to do – every so often! I usually like to do a bit of Spring Cleaning after each season – in Canada we…
Burt’s Bees Lipstick I have been a fan of Burt’s Bees products for a few years now – but have been so excited to see their line expanding – new colours and shades being launched – and in new formats as well – lipstick, lip crayon etc. I have been learning so much more about…
Supermodel Search Canada I had the best time at Supermodel Search Canada the past week! I was invited to come and check out all of the action – get backstage access to everything and connect with each of the contestants! Day 1 Day 1 was filled with buzz, excitement and challenges – first challenge was…
Crest Whitestrips Crest White strips have always been a thing for me! I have always liked having them on hand because I happen to be quite the coffee and red wine drinker, so after some time, I love the idea of being able to apply whitestrips and sort of get a refresh on the brightness…
How To Wear Print Print is one of those things that really has the ability to show people our creative side! Our style does that in a way on its own already, but when we play with print, it really brings out the character in the outfit. STRIPES When it comes to stripes, there are…
St. Patrick’s Day Fail So – what I always told myself about this blog is that I would aim to be as authentic as possible and that’s why I am choosing to write the truth here! I actually stepped out this past weekend to see if I could experience a bit of the St. Patty’s…
Accessorizing – How Much Is Too Much Accessorizing sounds simple enough – we walk into a store and look at the accessory section and find what we really like – what we think will look good with our outfits – but the struggle comes when we start looking at how to accessorize properly! How much…
GLISS Hair Repair One thing that I think we can all relate to as men and women is our struggle with hair! It is often perceived that hair is a women’s best accessory – I think we are in a time when and where men feel the same way! The struggle is always connected to…
Black is Always Trendy! We are always wondering why black is seen every season used in multiple ways – it is just one of those classic ‘shades’. In my opinion – black will always be in! Slimming Black pieces are always looked at as items that are ‘slimming’! It isn’t necessarily that black blazers, dresses…
Rediscover Your Own City! Sometimes we think we have to travel the world – see a many different countries – go on a ton of different tours – but there are times when there is nothing more exciting than rediscovering your own city. Travel + Multiculturalism I am a fan of travelling – I love…
FashionCAN 2017 Fashion Season We are definitely heading into ‘Fashion Season’ – there are fashion shows popping up everywhere right now! We are getting close to transitioning from Winter to Spring – so it’s always exciting to see what new fresh styles are coming out and what we’ll be seeing on the runway! I arrived…
5 Reasons Why Tights are In Practical Tights are awesome in the sense that you can make a statement about who you are by which tights you choose to wear, but they are also super practical in the sense that they can keep you warm in the winter (colder) months and looking cool and chic…
Green Cleanse! I have been hearing about Greenhouse Juices for a while and seeing them popping up at different hot spots around the city, so I thought I would actually test out their Cleansing Kit! Delivery & Packaging I had it sent to me and it arrived quickly – right at our office doorstep in…
Winter to Spring – The Transition Transitioning from Winter to Spring is not as hard as you think! But with seasons changing so often, it can feel like a bit of a challenge sometimes to figure out…what should stay in the closet…and what should be set aside for next year – next winter, next summer…
Tea Time! Along with all of my other New Year’s Resolutions – I have been looking to explore new things this year – create new experiences and crossing off a few more things on my bucket list! When I check in with friends and family, this tends to be the time that people start dropping…
What your wedding dress says about your personality The bridal dress experts at Best for Bride tell us that a bride instantly knows when she finds “The Perfect dress”, for it is a reflection of her personal taste and fits her unspoken expectations in every way. Over the years, they have seen enough cases where…
Pantene – #FuelYourStrong I attended a Pantene event the other night – it was absolutely incredible! One of the best set ups I have ever seen. The venue was gorgeous – it was modern…sharp lines…large windows…and very airy. The colour scheme was so well thought out and continued through the space – gold, black and…
COVERGIRL MASCARA – BLASTPRO SO LASHY! I am a huge fan of the @CoverGirl BlastPro Mascara – the first time I had a chance to try this was when I attended a CoverGirl event a couple of months ago! They set up the whole event in a very ‘James Bond’ way – they started by…
Winter Classics We often wonder what makes something ‘classic’ – when does something going from being ‘trendy’ and ‘in’ for now – to being ‘in’ forever! The trouble with this…is that there isn’t really a formula that we can follow or look to…to make that distinction – but I usually notice a few things…that help…
Anti-Aging – Prevention is a Thing I attended a @VichyCanada event the other day and really discovered a lot about my skin. I think something that most of us forget to think about in our younger years is ‘prevention‘. We all like to think we will never age, never be affected by our surroundings or…
Vichy Idelia I tested out these products at an event the other day – and was really impressed! I learned so much about it’s journey through testing – research – and all the work it took to bring this product to us today. Sometimes when we aren’t closely tied to an industry or really understand…
How to Wear White in Winter Anything goes! That’s the beauty of wearing white in winter! By doing that to begin with – we are already breaking that ‘unwritten rule’ about what is appropriate and not appropriate to wear in winter! I usually like to break it down piece by piece! Jewellery When it comes…
What to Wear for Valentine’s Day This is always one of those big questions – what do we wear for Valentine’s Day? And will it be a date during the day or will it be a date night? or both? Do you need two outfits or can you just go day-to-night with a few small…
Whisky & Women + The #PuroPromise #Espresso Please The day started with a drop into one of my fav cafes – #SecondCup – I samples some products from their #betterforyou menu and was really impressed. I am a huge fan of the Egg White Wrap and their Green Mango Smoothie! #Glenmorangie One thing that I…
Chocolate Nutritional Shake: All-in-One Vega This is one of my all time favourite shakes! I pretty much add this to everything – daily shakes, pancakes, oatmeal, cream of wheat etc.! I happen to love the chocolate flavour it also comes in Berry, Natural, Vanilla Chai, French Vanilla, Mocha and Coconut Almond – Yum! I find…
10 pounds Thinner – How to Dress your Body There is definitely something to be said about regular exercise and a healthy diet – but there are also ways to look just about 10 pounds thinner – without even hitting the gym…so the big question is…how do we go about looking 10 pounds thinner? how…
Yellow this Season – How to Rock It! How to rock yellow this season – that is the question! Yellow is one of those colours that people tend to shy away from when trying to dress themselves. There is always this concern that yellow won’t go well with your skin tone – or that it…
COLD AND FLU KIT – THURSDAY PLANTATION Unfortunately when seasons change – there is a chance that we come down with something – but that is when Cold & Flu Emergency Kits like this come in handy! This kit was filled with some great healing products – Eucalyptus Oil – Lavender Oil – Tea Tree…
Fashionable Surprise – Special Box Opening I always love getting gifted with products – while I love the digital world and am clearly a total fan of social media – there is also something to be said about actually touching and experiencing a product! @skechers.canada sent me a few chic gifts and I fell in…
Organic Hot Chocolate – Green & Blacks If you have ever experienced the Winter season, then you know that Hot Chocolate is pretty much a staple at that time of year! To be honest – I am one of those people who drink it all year round – but since we are in the Winter…
2017 Fashion Trends The big question we always have is – what will be trending in the upcoming months and what is trending right now! We always want to stay on top of fashion trends to make sure that I am sporting what is ‘in’ – this is what we’ve noticed is totally on point…
Fitness is fun with a #SupportSystem I think I can speak for all of us when I say that we don’t always think of ‘working out’ as fun or fulfilling, but it is can honestly be both of those things! To combat those feelings, I started by reaching out – I realized that having a…
Vega Antioxidant Omega Oil Blend This Vega Antioxidant Omega Oil is literally exactly what it sounds like – it packed with antioxidants and a ton of goodness! I love adding this to my smoothies in the morning and to my salads at lunch…I even add it into my late night salads – that time in…
CATWALK TRENDS YOU CAN APPLY TO YOUR WARDROBE If you are a true fashionista – you are always looking to the runway for upcoming trends. The real challenge though…is how do you take what you ‘love’ from the runway…and apply that to your own wardrobe? Jewellery Let’s start with jewellery – if there was something…
Girl’s Night Out I had the best girl’s night out! Got together to celebrate the arrival of one of my girlfriend’s into Toronto from Vancouver. She doesn’t come here often, so seeing her every few months is always a wonderful surprise. We met up at a restaurant just near her hotel, so thankfully not much…
Fashionable in the New Year I always think it is such an interesting feeling – when you move into a new year. You start thinking about setting new goals – changing up your fitness routine – looking for new fashion trends – it feels like you can press a button that says “reset” and start…
Cream (Night and Day) – Dr. Roebuck’s PURE This week’s focus is this amazing cream – Dr. Roebuck’s PURE Day and Night Cream! I am a fan of Dr. Roebuck’s products in general – just love that they are comprised of natural ingredients and that they often call attention to the notion that it isn’t…
Everyone needs an everyday bag! These things are honestly what I like to call “my saviour”. I pretty much need a bag everywhere I go – where else would I put my boyfriend’s keys, wallet and cellphone? All jokes aside, I adore having a bag to store all of my ‘essentials’ – that includes my…
Family, Fashion + Food – Holiday Cheer I had the best time with family over the holidays – this time of year is always so magical and there is always so much to do! We tend to think that when it is cold outside, we are going to be forced to stay indoors and hibernate…but…
BOOTS – OVER-THE-KNEE Soooo – Over-the-Knee boots – that is all. Not much I have to say about these puppies – they do all the work for me 😉 I am definitely in love with these this season. I love pairing them with shorts, jumpers or aline skirts – just really pulls the whole outfit…
FASHION TRENDS YOU ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO KNOW ABOUT – TOP 5 It is human nature to always be in the ‘know-how’…to know exactly what is going on and what we might be ‘missing out on’. Well, I am going to fill you in now on 5 trends that you just ‘have to know about’! Checkered…
Fashionable Lips – Covergirl Outlast Lip Colour The Covergirl #Outlast Lip Colour is pretty impressive! I have used and tested out a number of lipsticks…since what feels like the beginning of time…and I have to admit that this one is just awesome on so many levels. For one…it comes packaged as ‘Universal’ – which means…
COVERGIRL Beauty Unboxing The other day I came home to an unexpected gift from @COVERGIRL! I really was impressed with the artwork and with how personalized this was! Once I actually opened up this box, I thought…I have to share this with you guys and actually do an official ‘unboxing’ post! Mascara The packaging was…
COVERGIRL Skydiving I had a blast attending the Skydiving COVERGIRL #OutlastYourDay event at iFlyToronto – honestly…I have been thinking about going Skydiving for quite some time…and I just haven’t had a chance to book it yet, but this definitely gave me a taste of what it would feel like! I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking to have…
WHAT TO WEAR TO ”THE” NEW YEAR’S PARTY New Years – ahh that time of year! The time when the clock strikes 12 and you realize you are about to embark on a whole new year. New Years is a very important time of year, for so many reasons! This is the outfit that will…
Chic & Comfortable If I had to describe one of the most comfortable sneakers that I have ever worn, I would have to say that these Sweet Symphony Skechers are right at the top of that list! The first thing that attracted me to them was the high top look – I am really into…
LADIES AND CELLPHONES the perfect phone for those instagram pictures. The LG G5 is a great phone so far. it has a great finish of a full metal body, but the features that I love the most are features like a removable battery and microSD card – who doesn’t want the extra storage for those instagram pictures.…
FUR (FAUX) SEASON Faux Fur is definitely one of those things that is trending right now! There are so many ways to sport it…and it really does make a statement! I get a lot of questions about “the fur look” and how to actually pull it off. It seems the general fear is that the…
PINK MANIA Pink – what else can I say? You guys know I’m obsessed with this colour, but I am particularly in love with that 60s inspired bubble gum pink that just has a way of putting a smile on my face. I could do pink all day – pink shoes, pink hat, pink shades…
LIPSTICK BURT’S BEES Burt’s Bees have a new line of “natural” lipsticks – the ones I’ve tried have poor pigmentation, don’t glide on well and end up patchy – but these are incredible! “68% of people think it’s important for the ingredients in personal care products to be natural.” Go to Burt’s Bees to see…
SHOPPING OUTFIT Sometimes the struggle comes when you are trying to figure out how to actually dress casually – somehow looking for that one glam dress to go to a gala in…that event that happens once a year…seems easier than figuring out how to still look chic…but also feel comfortable enough to ‘do what you…
CHIC AT THE OFFICE Being chic at the office is not as difficult as it seems! All you have to do add a few staple items to your closet…then mix and match, as the weeks go on! The great thing is that these days…there is definitely more of a focus on office-wear for women…and the…
NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS The night before Christmas can be one of the hardest nights to dress for! It is one of those things – you just want to look extra special that night – you aren’t exactly sure why…but for some reason, there is a little bit of something in the air – maybe magic?…
Holiday Market Finds The Holidays are always such an amazing time of year! I love being around family and friends – trying out new products, looking for cool gift ideas….and indulging in warm ‘wintery’ things – a time of year when hot chocolate, soup, and ‘pumpkin spice everything’ is in the air. Distillery District I…
SHIRTLESS GUYS I met up with my girl Savannah at The Women’s Show and we had a blast! I found a few items that I absolutely fell in love with – first find was a purse-like luggage bag that would totally serve as the perfect fashion accessory for all of my travels – I could…
No fashion week and no zombie walk 🙁 I had a great halloween here on the city of Toronto and made a little video from our night above! I love how Toronto city really pulls out all the stops on this night for kids – it’s the best, and even with No zombie walk – we had lots of…
Fashion preview WHAT HAPPENS IN THE RED ROOM…STAYS IN THE RED ROOM Timberland’s fashion collection Was invited to come and check out the #Timberland #Fall2016 collection at the #EastRoom and was definitely impressed by the whole layout. As I’m sure you can tell, the Red Room was a favourite of mine…it even made it…
Fashion and glamour Pop Up Fashion Show at Yorkdale Mall Popped in to check out the #FashionCan Pop Up Fashion Show at Yorkdale Mall this month to get a sneak peek on what some of the top Canadian Designers: Narces Mackage Stephan Caras Bustle Paul Hardy The Feral Daniel Chirstian Tang Pink Tartan I am…
Movie stars, fashion and beauty at TIFF When #TIFF rolls around…there is always a great deal of excitement and anticipation in the air – we are curious to see what films are going to be featured and also see if anything that we are interested in…actually helps give us those “ah hah” moments – as…
Female gamers #girlpower #levelup female gamers have commonly been regarded as a minority, but industry surveys have shown that in time the gender ratio has become closer to equal. Sexism in video gaming, including sexual harassment and the underrepresentation of women as characters in games, is an increasing topic of discussion in video game culture.…
Food + Fashion with Grace Pan Vlog about food – food about vlog Loved getting together with my girl @phone.eats.first to explore a few cute food hot spots in Toronto – kind of incredible when you realize that you have lived in a city for so long and still have little streets and restaurants that…
Sex is not a label I had the best time spending my day with @Stef.Sanjati! We stopped by at the park first and had a chance to catch up over lunch. We talked about how important diet and just our daily choices are in general…and how we work to maintain a healthy lifestyle – mind,…
Brunch with my lovlies I had the best Sunday brunch getting together with @phone.eats.first & @stefsanjati! We ordered avocado toast which was a perfect choice to fill us up, but also keep us healthy! I also ordered a chia seed parfait that was not just gorgeous to look at, but super delicious as well. Can’t…
BEAUTY PREVIEW – MURALE I recently was invited to Murale beauty event. They carry more high end products like YSL, DR, Roebucks, Bobbi Brown and Chanel and some midrange ones like Cargo. Plus they have a few brands you won’t find in Sephora like a brand from Iceland, Darphin etc. Being at this events. I…
Yoga peace Tour If you ever want to know what it feels like to be at peace with yourself…with those around you…and with the world itself….you would have to find yourself at something that I like to call the #PeaceTour…better known as the #LoleWhite Tour. The annual Lolë White Tour made its most recent stop…
Chic Summer BBQ We all know the struggle when those summer BBQs hit – how do we stay comfortable and chic at the same time? I want to enjoy myself, but also show that I put a bit of thought into my outfit. I always find that the best way to solve this issue is…
Fashion haul with Marciano I LOVE MARCIANO!!!! My only complaint is that there aren’t more Marciano stores around. I dropped in over the weekend and walked out w/a dress. $220 for an amazing dress – WHY NOT? I especially love their heels, sweater & corset dresses and button-up tops (for work). My collection has been…
Had the most incredible time with the girls last week – found the perfect spot to grab a drink and enjoy delicious food options!
Dogs at woofstock The sun was shining and beaming down on us all – everywhere you turned, dogs were sticking their tongues – it was getting so hot! The grounds were very large…making it tons of fun for all of these adorable dogs – @littleeleah was the happiest little pup ever!
Beauty, Gala and glam Beauty, Gala and glam had the most amazing experience hosting at the #ICFFGala with @TPHCanada. Brought along my adorable 3D Selfie too – you may remember her from Toronto Fashion Week! She’ll be making more appearances, so be on the lookout!
Unforgettable Cottage Moments There is nothing that is more grounding than spending a weekend with family…surrounded by nature and tranquility.
A Walk in the Park Love taking walks in the park – nature is so beautiful and always adds a sense of peace. It was still a bit chilly outside, so when pulling together this outfit I chose to go with darker colours, but still keep it exciting by choosing a skirt that had a…
TORONTO FASHION WEEK Fashion Week kicked off on Monday (October 19) it was at John and King at the massive white tent at David Pecaut Square. There was designers of every caliber around 30 homegrown designers show their collections through to October 23. CHIC FACTS National post: “The cost of showing at Fashion Week reportedly ranged…