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Skout Agency Sample Sale

Fri, 18 May 2012 12:40:28 -0400

Skout Agency is having a massive sample sale next weekend!

May 24-26
1355 Parker Street
Vancouver, BC
CASH ONLY (ATM on-site)

» Skout Agency

kersh & press sample sale

Thu, 10 May 2012 16:54:33 -0400

May 19-20
10am - 5pm
8680 Cambie Street

» Kersh

the bay: beauty trade-in

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:06:19 -0400

From April 27-29, if you bring in any skin care, fragrance or cosmetic product (full or empty), receive a $10 voucher for any skin care, cosmetic or fragrance purchase of $75 or more at »The Bay.

Sales this week: April 27-29

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:28:00 -0400

Semi-Annual Warehouse Sale - April 27 to 29
Huge discounts (60-80% off) on all the favourites like Covet, DRC, Marshall Artist, Supremebeing, Dept, Good Society, Slvdr, and much more! Men’s and women’s clothing and accessories!

Lüt Boutique
4219 Main Street
Vancouver, B.C
» More Info

NLA / Livestock Sample Sale - April 27 to 29
Various shoe sizes
Kids, Infant, Toddler & Junior Sizes
Brands: Emerica, Altamont, LRG, Dragon, 32, Etnies, Omit, Fresh Jive, Native Shoes, L*Space, Generic Surplus, Metal Mulisha
(See more brands at www.nla.bc.ca)

1523 East Pender Street
Cash or Cheque Only – ATM ON SITE
» More Info

Dakota Group Spring Sample Sale - April 26 to 28
Brands such as Matt & Nat, Line&Dot, Mackage, BB Dakota, Chinese Laundry and more.

#102 - 256 West 7th Avenue @ Columbia
Vancouver, BC
» More Info

Brock Agency Sample Sale - April 26 - April 29
Enza Costa, Bandolera, Makers Denim, Salt & Pepper, Klaya, Patrizia and more…
#120 - 1355 Parker Street
Vancouver, BC

» More Info

Nifty for Fifty Recap

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 14:52:29 -0400

Just got back from the 5th Annual Nifty for Fifty shopping event. For those who haven’t been, it’s one of the best opportunities to score some great locally made clothing and accessories. Nothing is over $50, and you get to meet the designers!

I tried on a lot of lovely pieces, but none that I could wear during my pregnancy (and I was thisclose to buying them anyways in hopes of wearing them afterwards).

On my way out, I happened across a table with these cute leather collar necklaces and couldn’t pass it up, so I ended up purchasing these two ($20 each) from Bianca Barr:

She even added the gold feather pendant on the collar for me!

She’s got some additional great accessories on her »Etsy page.

Thanks for another great one, Nifty for Fifty!

ReFashion Recap

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 20:25:55 -0400

Went to the »ReFashion event this morning with my girlfriend, Danielle. Seeing as I’m 5 months pregnant, I wasn’t expecting to find many “baby bump-friendly” clothes, so I didn’t expect to find anything for myself but was prepared to help Danielle look for some wearable wonders for herself.

Boy, was I wrong!

Not only did Danielle find some great pieces for herself, but I found some nice ones for myself, too!

Tunic Dress, $10
I saw this cute tunic the second I walked into the event and bought it right away. The eyelet detail on the shoulders are what sold me, along with the elastic waist band (translation = baby bump friendly!)

Calvin Klein Blouse, $10
I could always use more work-friendly clothes and this one is made of a stretchier fabric allowing me to wear it during pregnancy and afterwards! Score!

Zara Box Blouse, $25
I passed by this shirt but didn’t pick it up, thinking it was too big for me but after doing a round, I saw that it was still hanging on the rack. Even though it’s a size Large, I tried it on only because it matched my shoes and was pleasantly surprised. Love the gold buttons running down the back.

Babydoll Hoodie, $15
I’ve been looking far and wide for something exactly like this - a comfortable hoodie I can wear without feeling like a pregnant sausage. I found this in a bin with a similar hoodie in army green, but I favored this navy one more.

Great event and looking forward to attending the next one (maybe even selling!)

Nifty for Fifty Shopping Event

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:19:16 -0400

(photo credit: Adhesif)

The 5th Annual Nifty for Fifty event is happening this Sunday at Heritage Hall.

Sunday, April 22, 2012
11am - 8pm
Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street)
»More info

”Nifty for Fifty started out as a glorified fashion garage sale, says event
producer and Adhesif Clothing designer Melissa Ferreira. It started with
only a few designers and now it¹s like Boxing Day in April!”

I had a great time at the event last year (Check out my review from last year’s event here) and will definitely be checking it out again.

The indie-designer list is extensive and includes:

Adhesif Clothing
Allison Wonderland
Borgy Borga
Bueno Style
Bianca Barr
BPA Metalcraft
Carnal Design
Carny Love
Carylann Loeppky
Daub + Design
Erin Templeton
Floating Gold Iceberg
Forsya Boutique
Flight Path Designs
Honeywild
Irit Sorokin Designs
Jennifer Jones Jewelry
KITSCHKRAFT
Mitmunk
Morena
Nateah Studios
Paired Hummigbirds
Patina & Bronsino
Phaulet Resin Jewellery
Raven’s Rest Studio
Sola Fiedler
Toodles by Toodlebunny
Trunkshow
Unconventional Jewellery
Whisper Jewels

»More info

clinique bonus time

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:52:28 -0400

It’s Clinique Bonus Time at Sears until May 8th.

I remember when I was younger, my mom would always be on the lookout for Clinique Bonus Time, since it was her favorite skincare line. She passed the love down to me and now I love Clinique…

These are my favorite Clinique products:

Even Better Makeup SPF 15 ($31)
Goes on light but still covers well and has built-in sunscreen for when the Sun actually decides to come out. More info…

Almost Powder Makeup SPF15 ($30)
Long-wearing and great to wear on its own. More info…

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion - Dry, Combination ($29)
Can’t go wrong with the basics. This keeps my skin moisturized under makeup and the gel version is great too. More info…

» Shop Now

April Showers...

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:15:16 -0400

Living in Vancouver, it’s no surprise that we probably have a stash of umbrellas under our desk, a set of rainboots in the trunk of our car or a hat hidden somewhere in our bag.

Here are some of my “under $60” picks for keeping dry during the rainy season:

Mossimo Rain Anorak
» Target, $34.99

Pleated Ankle Pants
» Forever21, $23.80

Mel by Melissa “Lacey” Rain Boot
»Urban Outfitters, $60

Clear Skies Umbrella
»Forever 21, $11.80

Deborah Lippmann “Umbrella Oxygen” Waterproof Topcoat
»Nordstrom, $20

Tarte Matte Waterproof Bronzer
» Sephora, $38

Tarte SmolderEYES Waterproof Liner
» Sephora, $33

Living Proof No-Frizz Leave-In Conditioner
» Sephora, $28

Refashion Vancouver

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400

The Re-Fashion Shopping Event is coming up this Saturday!
Get 50% off 2 tickets from Ethical Deal and shop away!

» Refashion Vancouver

Skout Agency Sample Sale

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:57:23 -0400

Skout Agency is having a sample sale from April 19-21st.

Diesel Warehouse Sale

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:58:37 -0400

Karmaloop: additional 50% off womens

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:11:55 -0400

» Start shopping!

DailyLook.com is my new best friend.

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:53:15 -0400

DailyLook.com is my new best friend.

A best friend that not only emails you stylish outfits every day - but stylish, affordable outfits (we’re talking under $100 here). With every outfit sent to you, it includes a breakdown of each piece (from top to bottom) and the price of each item:

I think I’m in love.

If you live in Canada or USA you get free shipping with $75+

»Shop at DailyLook!

NLA Sample Sale - April 27-29

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:31:05 -0400

April 27-29
10am - 6pm
1523 East Pender St.
(Between Clark and Commercial, come to the back door)

Cash or Cheque Only – ATM ON SITE

Various shoe sizes
Kids, Infant, Toddler & Junior Sizes
Clothing sizes vary

See more brands at www.nla.bc.ca
Brands: Emerica, Altamont, LRG, Dragon, 32, Etnies, Omit, Fresh Jive, Native Shoes, L*Space, Generic Surplus, Metal Mulisha

*Note that these are samples, limited one-offs, and broken sizes. For a full range of our products, please support one of our retail shops to see the brands in their full glory

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Pantone Spring Series Part 3

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:10:00 -0400

Pantone released their Fashion Colour Palette for 2012 and it looks like a very colourful season, indeed. There’s no need to be a slave to fashion, so I’ve picked some very afforable, stylish pieces to get you through Spring:

»View Pantone Spring Series Part 1
»View Pantone Spring Series Part 2

(Driftwood, Cockatoo and Cabaret)

BDG Sold Shirtail Scoop Tank
» Urban Outfitters ($16)

Xandres Denim Pants
» YOOX ($49)

Vibrant Hot Pink Ballet Pumps
» Topshop ($32)

Fashion Blogger Clothing Sale

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:51:33 -0500

Saturday March 17, 2012
12pm - 4pm
Waldorf Hotel
$2 Entrance Fee

Shop from your favorite local fashion bloggers!
Partial proceeds benefit Dress for Success Vancouver

More info »here.

Pantone Spring Series Part 2

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:56:45 -0500

Bellflowe, Starfish Tangerine Tangor

Two-tone Shirt Dress
» Mikkat Market ($47)

Pieces Felia Buckle Belt
» Asos ($16.11)

Tan Perforated Crossbody Bag
» Topshop ($50)

Deena & Ozzy Suede Lasercut Sandal
» Urban Outfitters ($49)

Warehouse Sales: Obakki & Violet Boutique

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:41:17 -0500

Pantone Spring Series Part 1

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:58:00 -0500

(Sodalite Blue, Solar Power, Margarita and Sweet Lilac)

Nautical Woven Shirt Dress
» Charlotte Russe ($28.99)

No Cutting Corners Heel
» Modcloth ($29.99)

Oversized Crochet Sweater
» Forever 21 ($21.80)

Kimchi Blue Ornate Lady Satchel
» Urban Outfitters ($49)