ORANGE IS NOT THE NEW BLACK – BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK #BLACKLIVESMATTER

OUR SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES #BLACKLIVESMATTER Full edit: Below (fifth paragraph including this blog post title, regular post resumes below) was the original introduction and flow of this post but in light of the recent tragedies in the U.S. where two black men  ( #ALTONSTERLING in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and #PHILANDOCASTILE in Minesotta) lost their lives…

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WIN TICKETS TO #GGPAA: 2016 GOVERNOR GENERAL PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS AT NAC #GIVEAWAY

YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE #GGPAA: 2016 GOVERNOR GENERAL PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS AT NAC AND #TICKETGIVEAWAY We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, the Governor General’s performing arts award (#GGPAA) is THE event of the season in the nation’s capital. It’s more than an evening of pomp and circumstance, which starts with a…

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WHY BLACK AND WHITE IS SO CLASSIC YET SO FRESH

BLACK AND WHITE IS SO CLASSIC YET TO FRESH there is one thing I would like to see instituted as a National Holiday is my birthday! And since I’m all about giving and all, I’d say all of yous’ birthdays for that matter! Or at the very least, if the government can’t be enlightened enough…

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ALWAYS PRETTY IN PAISLEY IN SPRING

ALWAYS PRETTY IN PAISLEY FROM SPRING TO SUMMER I first saw this Pretty in Paisley Dress online. And while I could not literally run my fingers through the fabric, I can I image how silky soft it would be. With a shape and textile like that, I know it would go on easy on anybody….

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NEUTRAL FOR SPRING: ALDO SHOES’ CONTESSINA CHELSEA BOOTS

NEUTRAL FOR SPRING: ALDO SHOES’ CONTESSINA CHELSEA BOOTS I love boots. Though pumps and high heels are generally the prettiest in my collection as they are naturally dainty and has a wider range of style variation, I find boots offer the best of both worlds when it comes to style and comfort. #WHATIWORE: Jeans and…

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IT’S A PLAID PLAID WORLD: WHY PLAID IS PERFECT FOR WINTER

I love plaid. I think plaid is perfect for winter, don’t you? I can’t think of a better pattern more suited for this tundra that’s called Canada. Let’s get one thing straight – when it comes to fashion vs. function when the temperature dips below zero, I always go for warmth and comfort. No matter…

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TAKE ME TO CHURCH OR NOT: PLANNING YOUR SEPTEMBER LONG WEEKEND

Nothing excites me more than long weekends! Okay, that’s not exactly 100% true as I like shopping, traveling, doing nothing… I can go on and on (which I suppose makes my first statement entirely untrue but you know what I mean!) but the point is, the September long weekend is upon us and it’s three…

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2015 GOVERNOR GENERAL PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS AT NAC (TICKETS #GIVEAWAY)

The Governor General’s performing arts award (GGPAA) is THE event of the season, an evening of pomp and circumstance. Starting with a culinary masterpiece for dinner, a highlight ceremony celebrating the award recipients or the Laureates as they are officially called, and of course, the champagne and sweets after-party. It is such an inspiring affair…

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TOP 7 REASONS WHY IT’S GOOD FOR BLOGGERS TO ATTEND EVENTS

Obviously, it’s all about the free booze. And the amazing party… and the fabulous swag bags at the end of the night. Yes? While these are obviously sensible reasons to go to events, there are bigger and more significant reasons that I want to talk to you about. Why? Because number one, it’s a very…

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