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Stripped Wax Bar joins West 4th Ave. just in time for bikini season

Posted May 19th, 2012 by Janelle

They say do one thing and do it well. In the beauty industry, this trend spells success. Kitsilano’s Skoah, Bombay Brow Bar and the newly opened Stripped Wax Bar are a few examples. With bikini waxes running from $25-$45 for women depending on how br…

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Beverly Hills …things to see & do!

Posted May 17th, 2012 by Sonya

A recent 3 day trip to LA offered me an opportunity to check out some stuff that I haven’t before. I’ve done the California thing…all the touristy stuff and still fun to do with people who’ve never been, of course….

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The perfect price: Dress shoes

Posted May 17th, 2012 by MoneySense staff

Comfort and quality cost a little extra when it comes to dress shoes.

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Online user reviews are changing how we buy

Posted May 16th, 2012 by Andrew Kameka

Shoppers often browse reviews from visitors to online shopping sites to help inform their purchasing decisions – even if they aren’t shopping online.

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Rodarte’s Kate and Laura Mulleavy at The Bay in Toronto!

Posted May 15th, 2012 by Style Blog

Did you hear? Designer siblings Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte will be in Toronto on May 23rd for a private party at The Bay’s The Room to celebrate their Fall 2012 collection. But if you’re not lucky enough to be on the super exclusive invite list…

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Lindt Chocolates New Westminster

Posted May 14th, 2012 by Rebecca Bollwitt

© 2004-2012 Rebecca Bollwitt – Miss604.com. If you are not reading this via official Miss604 channels, this content is being reproduced without permission. The Lindt Chocolates boutique at Queensborough landing in New Westminster is hosting an exclusive VIP event this week. Olympic Gold Medalists and World Champions, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir will be in [...]

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Don’t Miss This Week: Gap x She Does The City Be Your Own T Party

Posted May 14th, 2012 by Style Blog

If you’ve been looking to update your wardrobe with a few stylish staples…then you’re in luck! On Tuesday, May 15th (from 5-8pm), a few stylish bloggers and I will get together at the Gap Store on Bloor St. to celebrate the launch of Gap’s Be Your Ow…

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Welcoming a new patron: Ten Thousand Villages

Posted May 11th, 2012 by andrea

I’m really happy to welcome Ten Thousand Villages to the Fishbowl family. Not only are they one of my favourite shops in Westboro Village but I really admire what they do.

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What to do this weekend in Kits: May 11-13

Posted May 11th, 2012 by Taraneh

  Urban Outfitters (now open) renovates 2199 West 4th Avenue. WHAT TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN KITS 1) Get some grassy park real estate. If the weather plays as nice as the forecast promises, now’s the time to spread a blanket or build a tent. Gather …

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ShoeMe Canada Contest

Posted May 10th, 2012 by Rebecca Bollwitt

© 2004-2012 Rebecca Bollwitt – Miss604.com. If you are not reading this via official Miss604 channels, this content is being reproduced without permission. Living in Vancouver, I think a girl needs at least four pairs of shoes in her arsenal. Boots for puddles, kitten heels or ballet flats for work, heels for nightlife, and flip [...]

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H&M Women Fall 2012 Lookbook

Posted May 9th, 2012 by Style Blog

As you all know already, I am a major H&M fangirl. Well, imagine my excitement at today’s Fall 2012 preview…and then multiply it by 1000, only then will you get my state of mind today while checking out fall arrivals. And though I still have to …

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Eat, Shop, Love for Moms on West 4th Avenue, May 10

Posted May 9th, 2012 by Taraneh

Join the street wide shopping and dining party Eat, Shop, Love for Moms on West 4th Avenue (Fir to Balsam Street) this Thursday, May 10.  50+ participating neighbourhood businesses will donate part of their proceeds to the Pacific Post Partum Support …

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Pineapple Bags, etc.

Posted May 7th, 2012 by Style Blog

Bought this H&M Pineapple Bag the other day, and while carrying it home (sans shopping bag), I caught many a-puzzled looks directed at me, or my bag, or the fact that I was also wearing kitty flats, or all of the above. Moral of the story: buying a…

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Guest Post: Price Pro Surrey

Posted May 7th, 2012 by Guest Author

© 2004-2012 Rebecca Bollwitt – Miss604.com. If you are not reading this via official Miss604 channels, this content is being reproduced without permission. In recent years something has sprouted up alongside condo towers and the new library in my hometown: Surrey pride. Proof of that lies in the creation of blogs and websites that have [...]

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Style-Off: Gap T-Shirt Maxi Dress

Posted May 7th, 2012 by Style Blog

The Style-Off challenge is back! Just in time for the warmer temps, we bring you three ways to wear a simple t-shirt-style maxi dress from the Gap. The brand has a slew of T-inspired styles this season, from cute t-shirts, to lovely dresses. And to sho…

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What’s Next?

Posted May 6th, 2012 by Loukia

I had a pretty rough weekend. I was in Key Biscayne, Miami, at the Ritz-Carlton, with several hundred other bloggers and movers and shakers in the world of social media, the arts, and publishing for the annual Mom 2.0 Summit.It is pretty inspirati…

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What to do this weekend in Kits: May 4-6

Posted May 4th, 2012 by Taraneh

WHAT TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN KITS 1) Head over to the annual BC Spot Prawn Festival While tix for the Spot Prawn Boil are sold out, there’s no need to go hungry. Spot Prawn Fest (pictured above) is also your first chance to buy fresh spot prawns right …

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Twitter Party Alert #SHOPDOTCA

Posted May 3rd, 2012 by Stephanie

The launch of SHOP.CA is just around the corner!
To celebrate the beginning of friendly, hassle-free online Shopping, we’re throwing a Twitter Party!

Join us for a fun night where we’ll chat about your favourite online Shopping tips, learn mo…

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The 5 best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Kitsilano

Posted May 3rd, 2012 by Janelle

With Mother’s Day lurking (May 13), I have been giving some thought to how I want to spend the day. Kitsilano is a goldmine of options for how to celebrate Mother’s Day – from gifts to activities to edible delights the ‘hood has you covered…

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Anna Dello Russo x H&M Collaboration Sneak Peek!

Posted May 3rd, 2012 by Style Blog

Have you heard yet? Anna Dello Russo is collaborating with my fave fast-fashion retailer H&M! Don’t you just love waking up to good news? Judging from the sneak peek photos – the accessory collection will be full of GOLD, GOLD, and more GOLD! And …

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