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Beauty

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

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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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Shopping

8 of the most specific Valentine’s Day gift ideas ever

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Never been proposed to on Valentine’s Day in sepia tone under a tree with a diamond from Kay Jewelers? Neither have we. While February 14 might certainly be one of the sweetest days of the year, we all know that it’s not the most predictable—nor should it be. Relationships (or lack thereof) come in all forms during 365 days of the year, and especially on this one, so we’d like to present our non-average gift guide for all those loves you might have, be it a boyfriend, a friend, or that person you just want to say ‘sup to.

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Shopping

4 lingerie looks that can best be enjoyed with or without anyone else in the room

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Have a hot date ready? Or a single gals’ night out? Don’t wait for cupid’s arrow to get you in the mood—these 4 lingerie trends will do the trick.

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Scene

Oh, l’amour! Tiffany & Co. launches an online love guide with the help of blogging power duo Scott Schuman and Garance Doré

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© Scott Schuman for Tiffany & Co.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Tiffany & Co. has launched What Makes Love True, a site dedicated to love (what else?) that is sure to make Holly Golightlys everywhere melt. Complete with a behind-the-scenes video of blogging power duo Scott Schuman of The Sartorialist and Garance Doré, the site is a truly comprehensive map of all things lovey-dovey, with a curated selection of films, music, NYC date spots, and real love stories (in heartwarming When Harry Met Sally style, too).

And since this is the 21st century, couples can upload their own photos—via iPhone, computer, or instagram—to add to the gallery, with hashtag #truelovepictures. So, attached ones, what are you waiting for? Get snapping!

http://www.garancedore.fr/en

Shopping

Q&A: 5 minutes with Heather Marks

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Q&A: 5 minutes with Heather Marks

Photography by Tina Chang

Fresh off her Spring 2012 exclusive for Givenchy in Paris, jetsetting New York–based supermodel Heather Marks (a Calgary native) took a few moments to chat with us backstage at Edmonton’s Fashion with Compassion breast cancer fundraiser and fashion show. Despite insider access to fashion for nearly a decade, this 23-year-old beauty with rockstar style still has an appreciation for the simpler things in life.

Where do you shop when you’re back in Alberta?
“I always stop by Aritzia and I like going to Gravitypope on 17th Avenue [in Calgary] for shoes. Holt Renfrew is also a favourite.”

What’s your favourite accessory at the moment?
“I got a new Chanel bag that I’m currently obsessing over. It’s not your classic shape. It’s a little bit more round, a little bit more funky.” Read more »


Shopping » Daily steal

The daily steal: Harlequin patent kiss, $0!

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feb14-kissForget chocolate and heart-adorned underthingies, this Valentine’s Day we’re bringing you our most affordable steal yet! Coming in at the all-time low price of zero dollars, why not dedicate an interactive sweet smooch to your amour. ($0, patentyourkiss.com)

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Shopping » Daily steal

The daily steal: Makeup set, $21

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Feb 1011 Daily StealA prettifying pack to get you perfectly flush, puckered and ready for a romantic night with your Valentine, Stila’s Make Me Blush Set has got it all for half the price! ($21 CAD, sephora.com)

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Fashion

Video: Chanel Iman talks romance

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The Victoria’s Secret stunner stopped by Toronto today to talk about lingerie, spa-ing and what else… Valentine’s Day!


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