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  • do-it-yourself recipes for beauty and skin care.

    do-it-yourself recipes for beauty and skin care.

    Feel like changing up your beauty routine? There are so many ways to go about it. For some, that might mean picking up a new face wash or using a different mascara. For others? It is all about putting your skills to the test. DIY doesn’t just relate to home improvements. The term can also…

  • new in: pink kate spade bow wallet

    new in: pink kate spade bow wallet

    My favourite designers tend to have a little more fun with fashion. I think I will always lean towards brands like Betsey Johnson and Kate Spade. I believe that clothes and accessories should be whimsical and express different parts of your personality. Kate Spade certainly does this with ease. The brand constantly has a mixture…

  • mini haul: victoria’s secret accessories + fragrances

    mini haul: victoria’s secret accessories + fragrances

    Trips to the local shopping mall used to be fun but ordinary experiences. Now? It is a luxury that I am unlikely to take for granted any time soon. While previous trips to the mall used to involve checking out random stores and wandering around…this visit was brief and for a specific purpose. So I…

  • does it work?? ouai detox shampoo

    does it work?? ouai detox shampoo

    Sometimes, my hair needs a little extra TLC. That has certainly been true lately! I had my hair professionally coloured for the first time not too long ago…and it’s definitely been a struggle to keep it looking and feeling its best since then. I’ve been using colour safe shampoos, lots of conditioners, and masks. More recently? I’ve…

  • earrings haul (kate spade, hot topic, and more!)

    earrings haul (kate spade, hot topic, and more!)

    It is no secret that I love a good pair of earrings. Quite frankly, there is a very good chance that I have too many pairs…but I love being able to choose the perfect set of earrings to compliment an outfit. I especially love fun earrings that are whimsical or express lots of personality. Though…

  • how to de-frizz your hair this summer

    how to de-frizz your hair this summer

    There are an awful lot of advantages to the summer season. Like the beach, dinner with friends, and super cute outfits. With so many advantages to enjoy, it seems only fair that there are a couple of minor disadvantages to deal with as well. Like frizzy and unmanageable hair. Stop throwing your locks into a messy…

  • testing out a new hair product (jvn complete air dry cream)

    testing out a new hair product (jvn complete air dry cream)

    Hair has been on my mind a lot lately. Probably because my hair was quite long and overgrown. It was uncomfortable and heavy…shapeless and difficult to tame. Clearly, a haircut was in order. I finally went and got it cut recently. I also got it coloured for the first time. (My hair is still brown,…

  • how to snag selfie worthy hair during travel

    how to snag selfie worthy hair during travel

    The travel bug has bit me hard. It seems that lately I’ve been dreaming of exotic locations and adventures to be had. Though there are no definite plans in the near future, travel is on my mind. Are you gearing up for an exciting vacation of your own? Then this post is for you. Every…

  • accessories love: michael kors (large zebra sequined zip pouch)

    accessories love: michael kors (large zebra sequined zip pouch)

    My favourite fashion designers? Betsey Johnson. Christian Siriano. Kate Spade. Michael Kors. There are so many to love and admire! When it comes to Michael Kors, it is the purses that make me happiest. The designs are sophisticated but still have a little bit of fun to them. In fact, one of my most-used purses…

  • kate spade wild leopard purse + four essential purse care tips

    kate spade wild leopard purse + four essential purse care tips

    Kate Spade always makes me happy. Quite frankly, the high end fashion brand checks off all the boxes on my list. Cute and whimsical designs? Check. Good quality? Check. Not afraid of sparkles, leopard print or the colour pink? Check, check, and check. While I adore many Kate Spade pieces…I don’t actually own that many…

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