Category Archives: More Than Beauty

How do you apply foundation?

I just got this Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge – basically a variation of the popular Beauty Blender, which itself is a variation of the original latex sponges that people used to apply makeup with. I use it damp to … Continue reading

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The Makeover Event at Shoppers Drug Mart and Win $100

On Saturday, May 3, in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and all the Atlantic provinces, participating Shoppers Drug Mart Stores will host The Makeover Event benefitting cancer support program, Look Good Feel Better®. Tickets to The Makeover Event are available for $10, with $5 donated to … Continue reading

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Sport style: Athletic wear has made the transition to workplace and high-fashion

…that’s what I wrote about in The Calgary Herald last weekend. Read it here.

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Today in the Calgary Herald!

…read about what to expect from Calgary’s Heart Truth fashion show! Click here to read my article in yesterday’s Herald.

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Department or Drugstore? The Thinnest (best!) Eyebrow Pencils

When it comes to eyebrow pencils, the thinner the better. A thin pencil helps you make strokes that look more like actual hairs so that it’s not obvious that you’re filling in your brows. For a daytime look, this is … Continue reading

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Shopbop Family and Friends Sale – Sneak Peek

Want to shop this Family and Friends event 1 Day early? East Dane & Shopbop’s BIG Friends and Family Sale is here! What: 25% Off Site wide sale Where: Shopbop.com & Eastdane.com When:   Shopbop.com– April 15th through April 17th Eastdane.com– … Continue reading

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Benefit The Big Easy Review

Imagine if someone took your favourite primer, added a hefty dose of tint to it, and formulated it with SPF 35. What you’d end up with is Benefit’s The Big Easy Liquid to Powder SPF 35 Foundation. This is a … Continue reading

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The Blo Experience

@bloheartsyou Blow Dry Bar has been in Calgary for over two years, but I never got the chance to go in, but over March break this year I seized the opportunity to get ready for the weekend thanks to Blo. … Continue reading

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Mommy Monday: Mushies

Where @babygourmet saves me… Feeding kids on the go is a challenge at the best of times.  My little one definitely isn’t a picky eater, but she likes things that are easy to eat, and I like things that are … Continue reading

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Foodie Fridays: Garrett Popcorn

This is my new thing: I’m a foodie, and I want to share my food finds with you! Last week, I talked about Fiasco Gelato (even though it wasn’t on a Friday), and this week I want to share a … Continue reading

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