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Mad about Milan

September 10th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2009 Mad about Milan We spent a weekend in Europe’s “other" fashion capital living la dolce vita. stayThe AC chain of hotels is to southern Europe what The Standard is to the U.S.—modern design at retro prices. From the transparent bathroom sink countertops crafted from a solitary piece of glass to the stylish cocktail lounge downstairs, its Milan outpost is fit for a Don ...

Richmond Retreat

September 9th, 2009
September 9, 2009 Richmond Retreat While the world has finally caught on to the joy of staycations, British Columbians have always loved to explore their big backyard. Richmond is B.C.’s most eclectic destination, with more than 25 top hotels (with sweet prices), a chill multicultural vibe, endless foodie options (hello, dim sum), lively street fests and a Pacific Rim-inspired sh ...

Lou for You

September 9th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2009 Lou for You We love French designer Vanessa Bruno; we love French actress Lou Doillon (daughter of Jane Birkin, half-sister of Charlotte Gainsbourg). So we doubly love this cinematic fashion collaboration between the two, launching today on www.vanessabruno.com. Talk about Gallic gorgeous. Happy fall everyone! Vanessa Bruno available at Misch, 2960 Granville St., ...

She Wears the Pants

September 8th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2009 She Wears the Pants We imagine Katharine Hepburn wore the pants in all her relationships, and what great pants they were. Her menswear-inspired pantaloons showed up on many a fall runway, from Preen to McQueen. The silhouette we fancy the most accentuates the waist, drapes loosely over the thigh, narrows at the ankle and are cuffed, cropped or rolled at the ankle for ...

Sweet Feet

September 5th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 5TH, 2009 Sweet Feet Little ones dragging their feet? Protect their toes from the cold and their little legs from road rash with the new sock/legwarmer/slipper combo from Canada’s Beba Bean. Called Sweater Socx, they’re perfect for both newborns and toddlers with their tie tops and non-skid soles. We love the rugby-striped pattern over jeans, or the frilly ballet-style under ...

Could have, Should have, or Would have…

September 4th, 2009
September 4, 2009 Could have, Should have, or Would have… Missed the boat?From Winnie Go, Scotia McLeod advisor Now that the North American stock markets have soared close to 50% from their lows of March 9th and Canadian Financials nearly doubling during the same period, it leads one to ponder—“have I missed the boat”? The short answer is not necessarily. For those investors who have regu ...

Editors' Picks: Make-up Artists

September 4th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 4TH, 2009 Editors' Picks: Make-up Artists From photo shoots to bridal parties to big nights on the town, sometimes a gal needs a make-up artist's brush of genius. Herewith, our favourites from around the country: VancouverWe tested the new Best Face Forward mineral make-up service prior to a high school reunion and never felt more polished and confident. Now if only we’d felt ...

Steals and Deals

September 4th, 2009
Enjoy your weekly dose of vitamin daily steals & deals from our fabulous sponsors. Ready, set, shop! All-in at Aritzia It’s every Vancouver gal's favourite time of year: Aritzia’s annual Warehouse Sale has all your favourite merchandise at 50-90 per cent off. Get there early ladies, new pieces are added daily! September 3-7, 104-611 Alexander Street, Va ...

Mexico, We Do

September 3rd, 2009
SEPTEMBER 3RD, 2009 Mexico, We Do Why wait for next summer to say I do? A destination wedding takes the stress out of the venue search (and puts a neat cap on the guest list), and even your future monster-in-law looks better with a tan. The adults-only, all-inclusive Casa Velas Boutique Hotel in Puerto Vallarta might just be the best-kept secret on the Pacific Coast. Extremely private ...

Oakridge Centre Stage

September 2nd, 2009
September 2, 2009 Oakridge Centre Stage Always wanted to sit front row at a fashion show? Hobnobbing with the fashion elite is easier than you think. The perennially chic Oakridge Centre is holding a one-night-only Fall Fashion Affair event to benefit Dress for Success Vancouver. On September 22, 2009, get a VIP look at fall’s must-have pieces at a European-style runway show, plus toast th ...
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