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May 23, 2013

TREND TO TRY: The New Bangs

Introducing: The New Bangs. Sleek, trendy, effortlessly cool, and all the other adjectives typically attributed to Alex Chung. As an instant style statement that can freshen up even the drabbest of locks, bangs have a long history of swinging in and out of trend. However, the idea of the seemingly-daunting chop may have you sitting on the fence. Perhaps when we say bangs you’re thinking Topanga Lawrence on the cover of Tiger Beat? Well kids, it’s time to toss the childhood associations aside as we welcome the new wave of fringe-sporting celebrities. Side-swept, peek-a-boo, blunt-cut: there’s a style for everyone! read more…

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Lifestyle
May 23, 2013

Celebs That Just Don’t Age


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You don’t have to be a know-it-all to get it. The process of aging is inevitable and it’s gonna happen whether you like it or not! However, there are some people that seem to defy this natural process and have seemingly aged little-to-nothing-at-all over the last decade. What do they do? How do they do it? Is it voodoo? Witchcraft? Some weird special tea? If so, can I have this magical recipe? read more…

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Lifestyle
May 23, 2013

10 Reasons to Get Excited for Arrested Development Season 4

Can you believe it’s been six long years since our favourite dysfunctional family, The Bluth’s, have graced our television sets? After an overly long hiatus and wishful thinking, Arrested Development Season 4 will drop on May 26th! Here’s a little list to get you up to speed on what’s new, and also a friendly reminder of some awesome moments to get you pumped. read more…

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Beauty
May 22, 2013

Very Strange Celebrity Beauty Tips


Source: Getty Images Larry Busacca

This post should probably come with a disclaimer, or at least a warning sign on it – because you should definitely only try these at your own risk! If I’ve successfully grabbed the attention of all you rebels out there who have decided to continue reading, let’s delve into the fun world of one of my favourite topics: strange beauty tricks and tips. Plus, who better to guide us on this journey than our favourite celebrities? Whether they work or not is hard to say, but maybe some are worth a shot – and YOU can be the judge of that… read more…

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Lifestyle
May 22, 2013

MIXTAPE: Everything xx

You’d assume the guys and gals down at iTunes must be a pretty cheerful bunch. Every day, they get to make thousands of people extremely happy by giving away free, awesome, free, free (did I say FREE?) tunes for everyone to d-load and enjoy! When iTunes first started the incentive, most of the complimentary songs were by lesser-known acts; however, as of late, the generous music aficionados started offering FREE tracks from major artists like Jamie xx (of The xx)! It seemed all was well and good in the world until a ~unique~ customer commented this on the iTunes site:

“It’s free, but I really have no idea who the artist is. Apple, you should concentrate on stuff people really want for free. Not a randomly chosen album!”

What the!? WHO IS THE XX?! Dude, this one’s for you, and anyone else who is concerningly unaware of The xx’s existence. (Almost as questionable as the 2012 Grammy’s incident concerning an indie folk singer and a large woodland animal that shall not be named for it is too shameful a moment to speak of). Following is a collection of all things xx, from Jamie to Gil Scott. To unfiltered naivety – sorry, not sorry. read more…

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Lifestyle
May 22, 2013

Vehicles of Style


Source: Getty Images/Film Wad

For all you car luhvas out there, I know you’re gunna luhhh dis. Similarily, for all you Hollywood cinema fanatics, well, try not to melt.

Let’s take a couple minutos to appreciate all the exquisite cars that have made appearances in some of the most life-changing films and have transported (in style) some of the most beautiful people in the world… *Cary Grant* cough * Cary Grant* read more…

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Lifestyle
May 21, 2013

TRENDING: Sushi Cats

The best instances always result from bizarre things getting married (take a look at Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ spawn for example) – and this is a belief that I’ve been dedicated to for the past couple of years. I couldn’t explain how this came about, but contrary to popular belief, it wasn’t something I adopted for the sake of being more likeable and relatable. Rather, it was something that came about ~organically~ because I took it upon myself to be more open-minded.

I therefore would like to present you with sushi cats: two of my favourite things existing as one entity (for the present time). This entire construct excited me so greatly I needed to articulate it as soon as humanly possible, and that is why this sushi cat collective is about to exist. I hope you are okay with this because the world is about to get really real. read more…

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Beauty
May 21, 2013

BE MINE, BEARD: Ewan McGregor Edition

This week’s edition comes to you a day late because beards get holidays, too. This bad boy is also a READER REQUEST! The beards give you the feelings, and we’re here to express them. Now, let’s all admit that Ewan McGregor’s beard can get a little out of control sometimes. But that’s okay, because sometimes in life you just need to let go and see what happens. This beard is full of life lessons.

This is for you, Angie. May the beard be with you. (GET IT? Because he was in Star Wars.)  read more…

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Beauty
May 21, 2013

Natural Makeup: Keep It Simple


Source: Co Ed

Getting that “natural” look that you have always wanted (but somehow can’t seem to grasp) is simpler than you think! All you need are 1) the right tools 2) an open mind 3) ~the knowledge~, and before you know it, you’ll be an expert! (Y) read more…

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Lifestyle
May 20, 2013

Oh So Lovelies Teach Pullteeth How To Live In #MTVfullcolour


With the Oh So Lovely gals from the latest MTV Instamission being friends of mine from Winnipeg, I thought it would only be right to swing by their shop and get a crash course on how to live #MTVfullcolour. They show me all the stops to get the brightest and best out of all your Instagram glory. Plus, we’ve got the example shots to show you exactly how it’s done. Let’s see how! read more…

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