V-Day: Are You Rising?
I’m done watching more than one billion women experience violence on the planet. I’m joining V-Day on 02.14.13 with onebillionrising.org to take a stand for Equality, Freedom and Peace.
Shop For Change: 10 Do Good Gifts That Create a Better World
Imagine a World… that cares and shares. It’s Possible! Make holiday gift giving meaningful. Alleviate Poverty. Empower Women. Save Animals. Invest in Humanity!
DO GOOD GIFT# 1: RED HANDMADE SCARF, $35, Globalgoodspartners.org
Renew someone’s wardrobe with bright colors and improve the lives of women in India.
DO GOOD GIFT# 2: FEED 10 KIT, $40, Sephora.com
The Clarins Set is a beautiful way to feed your skin and soul. The sale of each pouch will provide 10 nutritious school meals.
DO GOOD GIFT# 3: TEA TIME MUG, $20, tenthousandvillages.com
Drink tea in this exquisite mug knowing your purchase will help empower Nepal artisans.
DO GOOD GIFT# 4: SAVE A POLAR BEAR, $40, wwf.ca
Adopt a polar bear and receive this furry stuffed friend with a personalized adoption certificate! Your gift will help protect this species from habitat loss due to climate change.
DO GOOD GIFT# 5: MUSANA EARRINGS, $16, beadforlifestore.org
Give one-of-a-kind-earrings and make a difference in the life of a Ugandan woman working to overcome extreme poverty.
DO GOOD GIFT# 6: HERITAGE KNEE SOCK BOX, $30, wearpact.com
Give fun socks that will keep their feet cozy and warm! No pesticides, No sweatshops. Every purchase helps The Empowerment Plan provide JOBS to homeless women in Detroit.
DO GOOD GIFT# 7: PAMPER FOR A CAUSE SET, $26, prosperitycandle.com
Wash away the stress with a gift that changes lives. The candle is made by Burmese women resettled in the U.S. after living in refugee camps. Bath teas are made by a non-profit providing work for young at-risk women. Soap is handmade by an organization that empowers women by teaching them life skills. Your gift arrives in a box with the story of the woman who made your candle. 10% of every gift set will be donated to the organization you choose!
DO GOOD GIFT# 8: PEACE OIL, £13.80, peaceoil.org
This oil is produced in Israel by Jews, Arabs, Druze and Bedouin working together. It encourages peaceful co-operation between communities and brings economic prosperity to many families. Profits from sales are supporting peace and reconciliation work in the Middle East.
DO GOOD GIFT# 9: TOMS EYEWEAR, $119, toms.com
With every purchase of glasses, TOMS will help give sight to a person in need. Nearly 285 million people in the world are visually impaired, 90% live in developing countries. It’s a vicious cycle — poor vision can keep people trapped in poverty.
DO GOOD GIFT# 10: GIFT CARD, BETWEEN $10-$10,000, globalgiving.org
Have no time to go to the mall? GlobalGiving Gift Cards let you give the gift of changing the world for as little as $10. The recipients get to choose the cause they want to support (organizations working to educate children, feed the hungry, build houses and many other amazing projects).
Wardrobe Essentials: 5 Simple Ways To Wear Red
GLAMOROUS
Planning to wear a black dress? Add red pumps and look your best!
Kaya Dress, $270 CAD, allsaints.com / Black Sequin Blazer, $98 CAD, dorothyperkins.com / Oasis Grey Pave Stud Earrings, $10 CAD, oasis-stores.com / Rhinestone Closure Stretch Belt, $18 CAD, maurices.com / Guess Jessyca D’Orsay Pump, $60 CAD, fashion.ebay.com
DYNAMIC
Have you ever thought about rocking red pants? I say why not!
Amor&Psyche Rhinestone Glam Grey Embroidered Silk Top, $255 CAD, jades24.com / Theory Wool Mix Strech Blazer, $240 CAD, flannelsfashion.com / Golden Goose Deluxe Brand Classic Trouser, $465 CAD, farfetch.com / Dune Dhirl Glitter Peep Toe Block Heel Court Shoes, $135 CAD, johnlewis.com / Pull & Bear Belt With Skulls, $16 CAD, pullandbear.com
ELEGANT
Want to bring out your feminine side? A satin blouse & pencil skirt will do just fine!
Ralph Lauren Golden Beige Silk Satin Deena Top, $385 CAD, stylebop.com / Episode Skirt with zip detail, $53 CAD, houseoffraser.co.uk / Roman Luxe Gold Five-Strand Snake Chains and Tubes Bib Necklace, $195 CAD, maxandchloe.com / Nine West Caress Classic Round Toe Pump, $78 CAD, ninewest.com
FUN
Looking to dress up your jeans but don’t know how… Try a combo that makes you feel WOW!
Donna Karan Sequined Cashmere-blend Top, $400 CAD, theoutnet.com / Pleat Edge Serape Cardigan, $79 CAD, houseoffraser.co.uk / Levis Rinse Demi Skinny Bootcut, $62 CAD, generalpants.com.au / Mango Shiny Pumps, $45 CAD, mango.com / Silver Beaten Bangle Set, $7 CAD, wallisfashion.com
SEXY
Want to Turn Heads? Wear this pretty hot dress!
Marella Alby V-neck Wrap Dress, $325 CAD, houseoffraser.co.uk / Armani Jeans Leather Biker Jacket, $785 CAD, harrods.com / Gala Bubbles Necklace, $74 CAD, maxandchloe.com / Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Christo Ring. $195 CAD, saksfifthavenue.com / Nude Patent Panel Cut Out Platform Heels, $40 CAD, newlook.com
Crazy Chic Coats: 5 Styles That Will Make You Smile
Rachel Zoe Fay Wool Blend Felt Peacoat, $685 CAD, harveynichols.com / Tian Buckle Trim Riding Boot, $79 CAD, boohoo.com
FEEL RIGHT IN WHITE
Woolrich Women’s Arctic Down Parka, $345 CAD, woolrich.com / Suede Western Stud Ankle Boots, $125 CAD, choies.com
LOVE RUFFLES IN PURPLE
Pied a Terre Ruffle Front Coat, $445 CAD, houseoffraser.co.uk / Mango Suede Slip-On Pumps, $99 CAD, mango.com
GET KEEN IN GREEN
Slim Fit Pure Color Studded Coat, $150 CAD, oasap.com / Pull & Bear Ankle Boots With Buckle, $95 CAD, pullandbear.com
BOUNCE BACK IN BLACK
Mackage Rum Jacket in Black, $590 CAD, eluxe.ca / Black Hunter Original High Gloss Rubber Wellington Boots, $135 CAD, johnlewis.com
Dressing for the Holidays: 5 Festive Looks To Rock Any Party
If you were to attend a holiday party, what would you wear? A dress? A Suit? Or maybe… jeans? It’s not really about the clothes, it’s how you feel when you wear them. Behold, the best outfits on the planet to boost your confidence and unleash the diva within:
NOTABLE IN NUDE
Odette Dress, $225, allsaints.com / Zadig & Voltaire Sequined Cardigan, $690, stylebop.com / Aftershock Multi Chain Necklace, $64, psyche.co.uk / Michael Kors Brilliance Earring Studs, $75, couture.zappos.com / Sondra Roberts Metal Fringe Clutch, $195, maverickwesternwear.com / Rupert Sanderson Nude Peep Toe Pumps, $725, rupertsanderson.com
GLAMOROUS IN GOLD
Alice + Olivia Barret Sequined Stretch Mesh Top, $160, theoutnet.com / Oasis Sequin Skirt, $64, johnlewis.com / Flower Drop Earring, $35, bananarepublic.com / Ronald Pineau Studded Belt, $785, barneys.com / Sondra Roberts Fur Clutch, $99, lorisshoes.com / Guess Gavrila Sandals Black Multi Suede, $120, heels.com
BOLD IN BLACK
Mango Sequin Top, $64, johnlewis.com / Mango Tuxedo Blazer, $125, johnlewis.com / 30in Black Bootcut Jeans, $32, newlook.com / Vintage Lace Chandelier Earring, $32, debenhams.com / Sondra Roberts Pleated Clutch, $88, nordstrom.com / Nine West Regola, $79, ninewest.com
RAVISHING IN RED
Jay Ahr One Shoulder Stretch Jersey Mini Dress, $865, theoutnet.com / Touch Spikes Pendant Necklace, $68, mango.com / Pink Stone Studs, $25, loft.com / Sondra Roberts Satin Minaudiere Bag, $175, lordandtaylor.com / Rampage Katreenia Sandal, $40, dsw.com
JOYOUS IN JEANS
Sequin Knit Top by Love, $72, topshop.com / Sparkle Box Chain Earring, $20, missselfridge.com / The Skinny Las Vegas Deep 7 For All Mankind Jeans, $270, repertoirefashion.co.uk / Sam Edelman Kendrix Booties, $200, dillards.com
Love Boots? 3 Casual Styles To Wear Everyday
WEDGE
Galaxy Scoop Hem Pullover, $135, allsaints.com / Vince Stretch Riding Pant, $235, barneys.com / Somir Tube Scarf, $29, pieces.com / Unique Belt, $51, topshop.com / Monsoon Leon Wedge Boot, $120, monsoon.co.uk
LACE-UP
Polo Neck Jumper, $24, hm.com / Ripped Skinny Cherry Jeans, $61, oasis-stores.com / Ted Baker Tan Chupa Leather Driving Gloves, $95, psyche.co.uk / Lara Platform Bootie, $225, michaelkors.com
KNEE HIGH
Military Twill Button Cap, $15, newlook.com / Oxy Knit Sweater, $60, weekday.com / Leather Biker Mini Skirt, $250, allsaints.com / Cole Haan Tall Slouch Platform Boots, $545, bloomingdales.com
Fall Essentials: 6 Fancy Sweaters That Will Keep You Warm
Say goodbye to the idea that knits are boring. Here are the hottest picks for this season:
MONDAY
Professional in shape, fun in spirit – this chanel inspired style is sure to turn many heads.
Boucle Cardigan, $60, H&M
TUESDAY
A delicate faux-fur collar elevates this wardrobe staple from casual to ultimate sophistication.
Belted Cardigan, $110, Banana Republic
WEDNESDAY
Bright and vivid, this midnight blue is ideal for adding color to your everyday wardrobe.
Boat Neck Sweater, $50, Le Chateau
THURSDAY
Absolutely glamorous, elegant and very, very flattering, here is the perfect party sweater.
Sequins Wool Jumper, $80, Mango
FRIDAY
Earthy and supercomfy, a high-fashion item that can take you from brunch to a fancy dinner.
Kennedy Dolman Sweater, $228, BCBG Maxazria
WEEKEND
Bold and flirty all at once, the artful geometric pattern is what makes this look so attractive.
Patterned Drape Sweater, $65, Gap
"A SMILE IS ALWAYS IN STYLE"
Monica de Liz is a Brazilian Image Consultant that inspires women to look and feel their personal best. She is also a Style Maven, Speaker, Visionary and Impossibilist.
