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Autumn Fashions – Cool Clothes for Cool Weather
As much as I hate saying goodbye to summer, the arrival of new autumn fashions helps to lessen the pain. Here is a wee roundup of fall styles to shop for or thrift to freshen up your closet. Autumn Fashions Plaid A perennial favourite, choose to wear this traditional print in large or small doses. Try…
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Family Fun in Revelstoke – Pipe Mountain Coaster
I hope your summer is off to a great start. As I wrote in a previous post, I’m on a mission to find family fun for local Vancouver families who have older children. Although I’m older than most mommy bloggers, I’m still a mama and want to continue to play and make memories with my…
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Boho Chic – Does Your Summer Style Say Modern Hippie or Stuck in Time?
A good friend of mine told me she kept hearing the term “Boho Chic” but was not exactly sure what it meant. What is Bohemian or Boho Chic? boh-HEE-mee-uh n ~noun a person, as an artist or writer, who lives and acts free of regard for conventional rules and practices. a Gypsy The Vibe Bohemian chic,…
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Budget Now for Fall Wardrobe Purchases
The lazy, hazy days of summer are finally upon us. Time to start thinking about your fall budget. (Hey, don’t shoot the messenger.) Although sweaters, boots, and coats are likely the last thing you’re thinking about as you’re ocean-side sipping your pricey iced mocha frappucino, putting money aside now will pay off later. Even if…
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The Professional Woman – Spring and Summer Must Haves
Many people interpret soaring temperatures as license to dress more casually. This may be permitted in some offices, but not all. Although you may be longing to be oceanside, as a professional woman, you do not want to come across as though you are off to the beach. You need to appear to be leaning in…
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Self-Care Weekend – I Ate, I Saw, I Laughed, I Learned, I Loved (and may or may not have drank wine)
Self-care is a buzzword we hear thrown around a lot these days. Self-care looks different to everyone and changes according to our mood. At times, being alone is what I need most to recharge my battery. Doing something creative or binge-watching my latest BBC obsession on Netflix. Other times it’s being with friends and family…
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Blazer vs Cardigan – Quick Tip Tuesday
Blazer vs Cardigan Temperatures may be soaring outside, but your office might feel more like a refrigerator. You’ll still need a layer of warmth when exploring the great indoors. Elevate your look with this quick style tip. Consider swapping your cozy cardi for a structured blazer if you want to look and feel more professional. Your…
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Mother’s Day – We trust our mom’s word about many things, but when it comes to style, does mama know best?
With Mother’s Day around the corner, I started reflecting on the ways I have become like my mother. Mom enjoyed getting dressed up, and I always remember feeling proud of how smart she looked. As a kid, I recall how fancy she seemed when she wore her gold jewellery and how pretty she was with…
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Jeans Day Calls For Denim on Denim Done Right- Quick Tip Tuesday
#JeanUp for BC Kids Thursday, May 3rd is Jeans Day for BC Children’s Hospital. Purchase a $5 button or $20 lapel pin and rock your Canadian tuxedo at school or work. By doing so, you can make a difference in the life of a seriously sick or injured child. 3 Tips for Wearing Denim on…
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Fitting Room Fearlessness – 5 Quick Tips to Quiet Your Inner Critic
Now that spring has officially arrived, many of us will be heading to the malls for warm-weather additions to our wardrobe. With horrible florescent lighting on skin that hasn’t seen the sun in months, our inner critic often shows up to nitpick and undermine our self-esteem. If you dread facing the fitting room, these quick…