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January 22, 2016

Needful Things - Diamond Stud Earrings - or the closest thing I can afford - from Birks, Diamonelle and Avon!

In a perfect world, this is what would be gracing my earlobes right now:

Birks Snowflake Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings - $3,495.00 - 18kt white gold snowflake cluster stud earrings have round diamonds with a total carat weight of 0.92ct. and were inspired by the unique silhouettes and intricate shapes of snowflakes and their shimmering sparkle.

Available at Birks stores across Canada.
Sadly it's an imperfect world-  but my ears don't have to be sparkle-less thanks to some clever diamond-looking substitutes like these very classic looking: 

Diamonelle Solitaire Stud Earrings - $129.99 - elegant 4mm round, prong set and faceted Diamonelle studs (that looks like .50 ctw of real diamonds) set in sterling silver rhodium plate.
 
Available at The Shopping Channel - www.theshoppingchannel.com
Avon Picture Perfect CZ Studs - $19.99 - with princess cut 2ct cubic zirconias in a silvertone setting - I love how antique-y they look!

Available from your Avon rep - 1-800-265-AVON or online at www.avon.ca.

- Lisamarie -

December 18, 2014

All I Want For Christmas Is... Birks Snowflake Diamond Necklace!

Every girl needs a bunch of diamonds in her stocking and what could be better then seasonal diamonds masquerading as snowflakes (that won't melt) ...

Birks Snowflake Diamond Necklace - $5,695 - inspired by the unique silhouettes and intricate shapes of snowflakes & their shimmering sparkle.
This18kt white gold necklace has five diamond snowflakes with a total carat weight of 1.20ct. Perfect for gifting to your favourite blogger (that's me BTW)!

Part of the Birks Snowflake collection available at Birks stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -


September 20, 2014

Smarten the boy up with cufflinks and fragrance from Paco Rabanne, !XAM, Enrique Iglesias and Birks!

Paco Rabanne Invictus - 50ml EDT - $68, 100ml EDT - $88 100ml After Shave Balm - $58, 150ml Shower Gel - $38, 75ml Deodorant Stick - $28 - an aquatic, woody fragrance inspired by sporting and the thrill of competition - so of course the bottle looks like a trophy - with top notes of fresh grapefruit and a marine accord;  heart notes of aromatic bay leaf and Hedione jasmine; and a woody base of guaiac wood, patchouli, oak moss and ambergris.

Available at department and drug stores across Canada.
!XAM Skull 18K black gold, pave diamonds and rubies Cufflinks - $4,800 (yes, I know that's a lot,  but they are really cool!)

Available by special order at the !Xam Diamonds store in Toronto at 366 Bay Street, Suite 800 and Vaughan at 9302 Bathurst Street, Suite 2B - go to www.xamdiamonds.com for more info.
Enrique Iglesias Adrenaline - 50ml EDT - $49 - inspired by the singer’s steady quest for sensations, and his hunt for the rush that makes his heart beat stronger. The woody aromatic scent is a dynamic expression of true modern masculinity, with notes of Italian mandarin, violet leaves, saffron, roasted tonka and suede. 

Really, if Enrique is looking for sensations, I am more then happy to help him out - Enrique call me 'kay?!

Available now at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.
Birks Devil and Angel Monkey sterling silver enamel Cufflinks - $450

Available at Birks stores and online at www.maisonbirks.com.

- Lisamarie -

February 27, 2012

Lancôme, Banana Republic and Trump International Hotel want you to get out of the house and do some shopping!


For a second consecutive year, Lancôme is celebrating women by supporting Look Good Feel Better, Canada’s only cancer charity dedicated to empowering women to manage the effects that cancer and its treatment have on their appearance.
 
Lancôme will donate $7 for every Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate sold at Lancôme counters in Canada or at lancome.ca between March 1st and 14th. The suggested retail prices for Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate are $95 for 30 ML, $125 for 50 ML and $155 for 75ml.
 
Moreover, Lancôme extends this initiative with social media by donating $1 to Look Good Feel Better for every new fan of the Lancôme Canada Facebook page and $1 every time a fan shares the Lancôme Celebrates Women application to their network between March 1st and
14th. www.facebook.com/lancomecanada
 
Lancôme has pledged to donate a minimum of $10,000 to Look Good Feel Better to celebrate International Women’s Day!
 
Banana Republic’s latest Mad Men collection will be in stores across Canada March 1 - however you can enjoy a sneak peek at their Mad Men launch event at Yorkdale Mall on Wed. Feb. 29 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Get chic 60s style with a ‘How to Get Mad Style’ presentation (6:30 p.m.) from noted expert Tammy Palmer, makeup artists demo the perfect red lip and winged eye liner, retro cocktails, appetizers and more. 
Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto is teaming with leading luxury jeweler Birks to create exclusive shopping experiences for its guests. The partnership, in conjunction with Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry, underscores the newly opened hotel’s promise to set a new standard of luxury on the Toronto hospitality scene. 

Launching the program is a special “Warm Your Heart” romantic getaway offer.  The package is an ideal surprise for a very special someone and includes:

- Option of one or two nights in a luxurious one-bedroom suite with champagne, bouquet of roses and personalized note waiting in-room 
- A private VIP shopping experience at Birks’ flagship boutique, located at 55 Bloor Street West in Toronto, to redeem a $1,500 CAD gift certificate towards a special piece of Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry.  For example, the 18k rose gold mother of pearl cocktail ring, pictured above, is a stunning piece,, valued at $1,995 CAD and the perfect gift for your favourite blogger.
- Complimentary set of champagne flutes from the Birks Living Collection (valued at $120 CAD) 
- 4 PM late check-out to linger a little longer

Priced starting at $1,795 CAD for one night and $2,195 CAD for two nights, the Warm Your Heart package will be offered throughout 2012 and is subject to availability. 

Trump Toronto guests will also enjoy invitations to exclusive, in-store events on an ongoing basis at Birks, whose closest store is just a five minute walk from the hotel.  On arrival at the store, they will be treated to a welcome glass of champagne, and will have access to a private lounge for discreet shopping. In addition, jewelry orders will be delivered complimentary to the hotel.

Reservations can be made at www.TrumpTorontoHotel.com or by calling (855) 88-TRUMP (87867).

- Lisamarie -

December 21, 2011

Last minute gift ideas from Burt's Bees, Clinique, Weleda, Birks, Juicy Couture and Avon!

Still not done with your Christmas shopping? Judging from the mall parking lot when I drove by yesterday, you're not the only one so here are a few ideas for what to get those still on your list:


Burt's Bees Embossed Tin Set - $19.99 - fun, festive set comes with a Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey BodyLotion, Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream and a Replenishing Lip Balm with Pomegranate.

At select natural, grocery and drug stores as well as online at www.burtsbees.ca
Clinique A Season's Worth of Pretty - $39.00 with any Clinique purchase - a holiday palette that features an array of shades for lips, eyes and cheeks ready to be mixed and matched to create an assortment of looks for every occasion - includes: Butter Shine Lipstick in Crushed Grape, Parisian Red, Pink Goddess, Ambrosia and Adore U; Colour Surge Eye Shadow Palette featuring five shades; and Blushing Blush Powder Blusher in Pink Love, Precious Posy and Sunset Glow.

Available at Clinique counters across Canada and Shoppers Drug Mart.   
Weleda Skin Food - 75ml with Moisturizing Gloves - $20 - an intensively nourishing, deeply hydrating cream for dry, rough skin. Apply generously, then insert hands into gloves and allow the sunflower seed oil and extracts of organic chamomile, soothing rosemary leaf and Biodynamic calendula flower to penetrate deeply into the skin overnight. Restores and protects even the most stubborn of dry hands as well as softening cuticles.

Available at Rexall Pharma Plus, Whole Foods, Noah's Natural Foods as well as various other natural independent health food stores and online at www.weleda.ca
The Butterfly Pendant by Birks and Jenn Heil  - $150 - The sterling silver butterfly, was chosen as the central design element for this pendant, symbolizing the growth of an individual when given the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Wear the butterfly pendant by Birks and Jenn Heil and take part in a global movement to claim a brighter and safer future for girls. Birks will proudly donate a portion of the proceeds of the sales of this pendant in support of Plan Canada's Because I am a Girl initiative - when we support and empower girls around the world, they will, like butterflies, transform their lives and grow to become successful individuals who will be influencers in their communities and share their knowledge with those around them. 

Available at Birks, www.birks.com and through Gifts of Hope from Plan Canada - www.plancanada.ca/gifts  
Viva La Juicy Limited Edition Parfum - 100ml - $120 - a playful and alluring mix of mandarin orange, wild berries, honeysuckle, gardenia and creamy amber notes. In a special edition bottle which is gilded and distressed to vintage perfection with a three-step proprietary metallization process, used for the first time on fragrance bottles. Playfully adorning the bottle is a heart-shaped charm pinned to a fuchsia bow, a unique collectible inspired by Juicy Couture accessories.

Available exclusively at The Bay.
I have it on good authority from my friendly neighbourhood Avon lady that they do keep product on hand - so yours would be a great resource for last minute gifts! Bath products are always great so may I suggest Avon So Luminous Dazzle Bath & Body - a collection of products scented with sparkling bergamot champagne, golden pear, crystallized ginger and radiant sandalwood - available in: Bath Nectar - 133ml - $12; Body Mist - 236ml - $14; Body Moisture Gel - 141g - $12; and Hair Mist - $14 or alternatively, my very favourite - Bubble Delight Bubble Bath - 700ml - $9.99 on sale for $6.99 right now! - which comes in the most amazing Sugar Plum Cream scent this year, if that doesn't scream Christmas, I don't know what does!

If you don't have your own Avon lady yet find one at 1-800-265-AVON or order online at www.avon.ca

November 27, 2009

Cheer for Jenn, win a kickass prize and check out her sweet Birks' bling!


No, I didn't accidentally paste this picture in upside down, this is a normal day on the slopes for freestyle skier, Jenn Heil.  Jenn has won the world cup four times, won a gold medal for freestyle skiing at the 2006 Torino Olympics and we are looking to her to bring home another gold at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, impressive, yes?!  Not being a sporty girl myself I am always in awe of people who can do the kinds of things she can, so I was thrilled to find out that one of my fave beauty lines, Marcelle has launched a "Cheer for Jenn" website.  What's in it for you, you ask?  Well other then the obvious joy and satisfaction you will get from supporting a female Olympic athlete, there are prizes, lots of prizes.  The coolest being a ski day in Banff with Jenn (I would end up falling, knocking her down and ruining her ski career, so fingers crossed I don't win that one) and 12 other secondary prizes from some of her sponsors including Birks and Oakley.  And if that's not enough, every week until March 29th, 2010 with prizes including the Birks necklace (shown below, I want to win that!) and a $100 Marcelle gift basket!  Feeling supportive now, aren't you?!!  All you have to do is go here and send Jenn a cheer via your website(like I'm doing here), twitter, video or text, easy peasy!
And not only is this sporty girl cute as a button, (look at those teeth, she should be doing toothpaste ads!) she has a namesake line of jewelry at Birks too!  Sterling silver and costing between $295 - $395.  I like it, it's very sleek and modern looking.  You can see and/or order it here.






You don't have to be an athlete to be an athletic supporter (sorry, couldn't resist) so do your bit and Cheer For Jenn!

 - Lisamarie -