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We may celebrate Thanksgiving at different times but as our American neighbours recover from this week’s turkey and fixings with a little retail therapy, we too will join in the shopping frenzy that is Black Friday. The much-anticipated shopping day falls on November 29, 2013 and retailers are offering extended hours, not-to-miss markdowns, giveaways and […]

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Heather Reier has always had a passion for all things beauty, so it’s no surprise that her Toronto-based brand has grown such a cult following. Since launching Cake Beauty at the age of 26, she’s stayed loyal to creating products that are all-natural, paraben-free and smell as sweet, sometimes even sweeter, than freshly baked treats. She also loves pink, something that has very apparently carried over to Cake Beauty’s fun product packaging as well as to her personal purse, which is full of girly trinkets.

Her large Badgley Mischka bag is the perfect size to hold all of her essentials and Cake Beauty goodies. We must remember to pick up the Milk Made Velveteen Hand Creme and Fuss-Free Volumizing Dry Shampoo Spray. If Reier is carrying it in her purse, we know they get the job done. In fact, that is one of the main goals of Cake Beauty–to produce products that actually solve a problem. Reier made this a goal after using numerous products on the market that just didn’t do what they claimed to. Over 10 years later, Cake Beauty has expanded to include hair products and the line contains over 20 signature products.

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Ah, Valentine’s Day! If you’ve been a twosome for years or are just celebrating your first February 14 together, the question of what to give is always a tricky one to tackle. We’re here to take the guesswork out of Valentine’s Day gifts, with a complete guide of stylish ideas for the man, woman and best friend in your life. From sultry suggestions for lingerie and loungewear—including a bustier that can totally double as a crop top—to jewellery in a range of prices and styles, we have Valentine’s Day gifts for all sorts of lovers. For instance, not ready to propose but want to still put a ring on it? Consider a rose gold commitment ring engraved with a playful (and we mean playful!) phrase. Instead of sending a dozen red roses go with a vibrant bouquet of purple, burgundy and lavender flowers. Men may be notoriously hard to buy for, but we guarantee that every guy will be impressed by a Valentine’s Day gift of high-end grooming products, a dapper bow tie or a quirky pair of cufflinks. For the best friend on your list, cute and stylish Valentine’s Day gifts are the best way to show you care. We’re fond of quaint jewellery boxes, sweet-smelling soaps and body washes—including one scented like conversation hearts! No matter what Valentine’s Day gifts you give, we think that delivery with a flirty smile is always key.

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Canadian Thanksgiving falls in early October and is more about the pies and the turkeys than anything else. For Americans, Thanksgiving also translates to over-eating and pie, but also comes with a side of super sales— both online and in-store. Black Friday 2012, which falls on November 23 this year, is a day that has […]

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gift ideas for women »

Somehow, shopping for the leading ladies in our lives often proves to be the hardest. The challenge for Christmas gift ideas is to be creative, on trend, and meaningful—not the easiest task, but a necessary one. If you’re shopping for your girlfriend, wife, sister or mother, it’s essential to make the gift matter and worth every penny spent.

For Christmas 2012, we’ve dreamt of all things lavish and luxe that can double as a satisfaction to a women’s fashion craving as well as functional piece in her every day life and they are anything but traditional. We know that diamonds have been declared a girl’s best friend, but this year we’re thinking outside of the little blue box and selecting gifts that show creativity. We’ve opted for lush fur pieces that will keep her warm all winter, geometric shaped cuffs that will reinvent the arm party, and even a onsesie that just begs to be taken to a ski resort. These are the pieces that will win a woman’s heart.

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Back in our childhood, Christmas stockings were usually filled with chocolate, candy, socks and underwear (thanks Mom and Dad!). For 2012 however, the amount of stuff and the price tags that come with them can tend to add up. For our 2012 gift guide, we have many different stocking stuffers that will suit anybody in your family and with each item retailing for $25 or under, you may even want to buy one for yourself too.

The stocking stuffers featured here are pretty much foolproof, as in you’re bound to find at least a few items here that anybody on your Christmas gift list will love. From The Body Shop’s festive array of gingerbread body polish and bath crystals to tech items like iPhone covers and funky headphones, these Christmas gift idea stocking stuffers are sure to be opened with excitement come Christmas morning.

The notion that small changes can make a huge impact couldn’t be truer for your beauty routine. With Earth Day right around the corner, now’s the time to make a switch to products that are just as good for your body as they are for the planet. From biodegradable nail polish remover to paraben-free moisturizers and makeup, we’ve rounded up 10 planet and people-friendly products that can easily take the place of something you’re already using.

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I got a pretty inexpensive “express” manicure over the weekend and, though my expectations weren’t too high, the outcome is fairly sub-par. Do I need to start over? Nah, there’s no need to. You’re probably half way to a good manicure—a few simple at home tweaks will surely take it the rest of the way. […]

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First we shared our favourite picks for the ultimate summer in Toronto. Now, we’re heading west with our western editor, Joy Pecknold’s top picks for how (and in what!) to spend the summer months in Vancouver.

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We love Cake Un-Sweet Supreme Body Mousse ($22, cakebeauty.com), because although we’ve yet to meet a baked good we didn’t devour, we don’t always want to smell like we spent the night with a cupcake.