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2 spring beauty trends that will make you look and feel the Valentine’s Day va-va-voom

By Paige Dzenis | February 9th, 2012 | 11:00 am

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Peter Som Spring 2012 and Anna Sui Spring 2012, photography by Peter Stigter

It may only be February, but spring is certainly in the air. And you know what else is in the air this time of year? Love! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s no better a time to treat yourself and change up your beauty routine. We’ve plucked two of our favourite looks from the Spring 2012 runways that are sure to spark your interest: bright-purple eyes at Peter Som and Cacharel, and Anna Sui’s very romantic pink cheeks and eyes. Read on to learn more about each one and see the products that will help you duplicate the looks at home!

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Love Katie Holmes’ stunning skin? We share 5 steps to help you get her red carpet glow!

By Paige Dzenis | December 29th, 2011 | 3:00 pm

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Photo by James Devaney/WireImage

If there was one thing we took away from the Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol red carpet last week, it was how stunning Katie Holmes is. How long did you spend looking at the above picture before you realized that her hair is just in a regular old ponytail? Holmes makes a strong case for the importance of a great base: her frizzy, everyday hair is totally forgiven on the red carpet thanks to her flawless complexion. So, before you start playing around with new makeup scored at Boxing Day sales, go back to the basics. It’s time to address the skin care and beauty routine for your base!

See our five steps for achieving a great base »
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Beauty

Afternoon beauty fix: Smudges begone! Say goodbye to raccoon eyes with these tips

By Rebecca Perrin | December 28th, 2011 | 2:00 pm

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I wear dark navy eyeliner and lots of mascara, but I can’t get it to stay put. How can I prevent my mascara from smudging below my eyes?
Ah, yes, this is an age-old problem also referred to as “raccoon eyes.” The solution is in the preparation of the skin surrounding your eyes, and using mascara that’s as close to certifiably “smudge-proof” as possible. Read more »

Beauty

Holiday beauty: We show you how to do 3 red carpet-inspired makeup looks

By Paige Dzenis | December 15th, 2011 | 11:30 am

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In addition to helping you stay stylish throughout the holiday season, we want to make sure you look your most beautiful. Taking inspiration from the red carpet, we’ve pulled together three different ways to do your makeup—shimmering mauve shades for a festive brunch, a bronze smoky eye for that can’t-miss cocktail party, and a deep, smoldering look on New Year’s Eve.

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HOLIDAY BRUNCH | HOLIDAY COCKTAILS | NEW YEAR’S EVE
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Beauty

Our top beauty picks to match Pantone’s 2012 colour of the year: Tangerine Tango

By Paige Dzenis | December 12th, 2011 | 1:00 pm

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It’s time to tango! »

Pantone has announced the colour of the year for 2012 and our future is looking bright. Tangerine Tango (that’s Pantone number 7625C for the designers out there) is a punchy mix of orange, coral, and red—making it an extremely versatile shade for all skin tones. And, considering that Sephora and Pantone are rumoured to be working on a Tangerine Tango–inspired makeup collection for March 2012, it’s a good thing this chosen colour is so multifaceted. Read more »

Fashion

What’s in your bag, Caroline Gault?

By Randi Bergman | November 30th, 2011 | 10:00 am

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Photography by Nicole Stafford

Last month, we had the chance to get into the soft leather Obakki shoulder bag belonging to our amazing Alberta editor (and one of the newest additions to the FASHION team), Caroline Gault, when she was in Toronto for our semi-annual conference along with Vancouver-based editor Joy Pecknold. Naturally, the first thing we asked her upon meeting her was to get a closer look at her personals. Want to take a peek while we’re at it?

Let’s explore! »
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Shopping

Holiday 2011: 25 Secret Santa worthy gifts under $25

By FASHION Staff | November 28th, 2011 | 12:00 pm

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By Randi Bergman and Paige Dzenis

While all of us may be dreaming of a Birkin bag for the holiday, shopping within a budget AND shopping with a variety of gift recipients in mind can be pretty rough. And because the ole bottle of wine can become a little boring, we’ve rounded up 25 of our favourite gifts that are sure to please, all for less than $25!

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Beauty

Sick day not an option? We have beauty cures to help you at least look like you’re feeling better

By Paige Dzenis | November 14th, 2011 | 9:00 am

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There’s no denying it—the weather has turned on us and cold season is officially here. If you’ve caught one of the many bugs that are currently going around (and around), a day or two of at-home recovery is always your best bet for getting better. However, sometimes there are meetings you can’t miss and projects that need to go on—even when you’re just not up for it. Don’t fret! We’re here to help, with a guide to all the beauty products you need to look pretty on the outside, when your insides are feeling anything but.

Come on, get outta bed and find out how to look healthier »
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