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Year in Review 2015: Dreaming to Reality
I woke up excited for the last day of 2014. I am ready to say goodbye to this year and I did my best to Shock myself! It has been a great year, one of growth and surprises. Back in Soho mean lots of time to do fun things and less time on the train. Reconnected with a ton of friends and got used to loft living.
Jan
This year started off with a bang! We went down to Chinatown to celebrate the year of the horse. I continue to work with the handbag company in HK as a freelancer. We moved to our loft and I am so happy! Being in Noho is awesome and made me fall in love with New York again.
Feb
This month was awesome! 1st year wedding anniversary and fun events all month long! Even though Feb is always a short month, I manage to pack in plenty of events!
March
All I did in March was have fun! I finally finished my contract with the bag company and all I wanted a a break! I went to the Aglit Italy pop up shop and read a lot of book. I start doing a few part time jobs and I seriously think about what I want to do and who I am. What a crazy! Just 3 months til 30 yrs old. eeek!
April
I finally am done with the bag company and I feel free! I am ready for my next adventure and the best way to start of my spring was with a talk from Apple about #girlboss. The owner and founder of Nasty Girl spoke with confidence, humor and hope to all wannabe girl bosses in the audience and created a whirlwind of ideas and inspiration. I am so renewed, refreshed and ready!
May
I met Aimee Song another #Girlboss for sure! It was fun and inspiring to meet the one and only Song of Style. We talked about trends, Youtube and this whole style blogger phenomenon and then things we loved and hated about the industry. This was a good month for learning and letting my brain be truly creative. It was at the end of this month that I first created my doggy glycerin soap Come Clean!
June
Birthday! For my 30th birthday, all I wanted was a baked Alaska. This month was all about events, automotive, beauty and fashion… After a bunch of wasted time with long interviews with different PR companies, I decide to take matters into my own hands and officially launched Come Clean! We had some much fun at the NJ Woofstock which gave me a ton of confidence to go forward with my own ideas.
July
Summer was wedding season! Headed to Toronto for the wedding of the year for Shannae and Sean’s wedding at the Collingwood Ski Resort. We also took the time to go to Wonderland before the wedding and enjoyed summer in TO! Come Clean starts gaining momentum is in 3 stores yay! Toronto this month (Groomery and K9 Couture) and New York (DoggyStyle).
August
I was invited to partake in a beauty workshop with Sturm und Drang for a new shampoo product – this time in NYC. It was at the Soho Soleil. My university roommate came for a visit and I also went on my first New York cruise. I saw Lady Liberty close up and enjoyed a weird cruise lunch and warm champagne too. I went to NJ to visit friends who had a new baby name Emily Grace! What a cutie.
Sept
Fashion Week with Cynthia Rowley! I organized a great blogger event for this designer and had the chance to meet 8 top notch fashion designers. It was fun and intense month working with this New York Designer. Their show was at the Swiss Institute in Soho and it went off without a hitch! I also went to see the Mara Hoffman show too. This month I also certified for Level 1 Reiki and met up with some FIDM Alumnis at AquaGrill for some awesome seafood too! I also started working with the Asian Dating company East Meet East as their social media content creator. I also send 100 pcs of Come Clean to TIFF to be in the Style Gift Lounge.
Oct
We got to watch Indy for a few days! Jacob definitely loves being an only child. For Halloween, Jacob dressed up as Christian Grey from 50 Shades. Come Clean gets into 3 more stores and featured in various blog and even Lucky Magazine!Nov
Celebrated Thanksgiving with Tai going to Germany to work with Strum und Drang to work on another beauty and trends project. I start working at the Samsung Studio part time and make 20 new friends… And I also went to go to Calgary to visit my sis and her family! My nephews are soooo adorable and Lake Louise and Banff is picturesque and stunning in person. Even in the cold winter!
Dec
I am working on Come Clean a lot and I am in Singapore, Canada, US! Isn’t that awesome! With a huge Christmas rush and tons of love, I conclude the year with 10 stores that carry us and over 500 transactions. With 2 more stores, Caesar’s Palace in Vegas and Orlando’s University City Walk… 2015 is going to be an amazing year I am so proud of myself and I really shocked myself. I look forward to January and pushing Come Clean full steam ahead!!
Wanna see what I did in:
2014 recap ——> Dreaming to Reality 2015
2013 recap ——-> Shock Yourself 2014
2012 recap ——-> Switch it Up 2013
2011 recap —> Love for Self 2012
2010 recap —–> Expand Your Network 2011
2009 recap ——> Get Passionate 2010
2008 —–> Get Tribal 2009
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Kleanbowl Giveaway
One of the biggest things for me is keeping Jacob’s food bowl clean! This Kleanbowl is an awesome way to ensure freshness for each and everyday. If you want to win this bowl, tweet a photo of your dog to @heydoyou and follow – @KinnInc on Twitter!
The new Kleanbowl TM brings pet parents peace of mind with its stainless steel holder which secures the Nourish-Pet Kleanbowl refills in place to reduce issues with removing, eating, spilling or damaging the inner bowl. Easy to set up and eco-friendly, the Kleanbowl reduces health risks to pets and offers a no mess convenience. The Kleanbowl is available at select pet boutiques and veterinary clinics nationwide as well as KinnInc.com
Kleanbowl features include:
- Stainless steel holder to secure the disposable Nourish-Pet Kleanbowl Refill in place to prevent pets from removing, eating, spilling or damaging the bowl itself.
- Comes with 7 Nourish-Pet Kleanbowl Refills
- Sizes: 8, 16 and 24 Oz.
- MSRP: $17.95-$22.95
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NYE Essentials: Ring in 2015
New Year’s Eve is the time to dress extra sparkly! But what’s the point if you don’t have awesome pics at the end of the night??
Here are 3 things to guarantee a memorable night and awesome start to the Year of Dreams 2015!
1. Sesame Gifts – The App is amazing! It is totally beautiful and takes subscription boxes to a whole new level with the beautiful graphics, custom items and packaging that speaks to you. The Shutterbug by Jojo box is a must have for NYE. It works to ‘supe’ up your phone if you will! The accessories in this box will make your camera phone pictures better than ever. It comes with a wide angle lens, a super LED light panel and real FILTERS!! I was so impressed with this box and the magnetic ring adheres to your camera to make the lens easily attachable and detachable when you are not using it.
- Wide Angle/Macro Lens – 2 in 1 lens for up-close and wide shots
- The Pocket Spot Light – for constant lighting
- Phone-O-Chrome Filter
- Gift certificate for free admission to Photojojo University – to learn more online!
Hand Picked by Photojojo
“We scour the ends of the internet to discover the very BEST in mobile photography. We wanted to pass on our pic-tastic knowledge so you too can be an amazing mobile photographer!”
PhotoJojo gathers and shares great mobile photography finds in the form of DIY projects, tips, tricks, and gear. They love photography, and they really REALLY want you to love it too! Visit them at www.photojojo.com
2. Bubbly from Piper Heidsieck Cuvée Brut Lightbox – This champagne is a no brainer! It comes with a beautiful box that you can put a small candle inside and create a beautiful center piece for your party. This Festive gift box of Piper Heidsieck containing the Piper Heidsieck Limited Edition for the Christmas period, the Lightbox. The Piper Heidsieck Lightbox is inspired by the new headquarters of the House, which was designed in 2008 by architect Jacques Ferrier. Ferrier designed in 2010 the French pavilion at the world exhibition in Shanghai. This gift box is a cool package that will make the perfect wine tasting retains temperature between 10 and 12 ° C. The metal cover is transformed into a candle in a holder. While drinking this spreads a cheerful and elegant light!
3. Kari Gran Lipwhip for kissing HAPPY New Year! The countdown is on, the last thing your boyfriend or husband or date wants is lipstick stains. Skip the dark lipstick and kiss him with Kari Gran’s organic lipwhip. Just-barely pigmented lip whip contains naturally hydrating and soft gloss-making oils like caster seed, olive, calendula, and avocado, and it goes on like a dream—and stays there. Organic cinnamon and peppermint and wild-harvest pimento berry give it a soft sweetness; other natural ingredients lend a barely-pink tint. The sleek, black glass packaging that carries the entire line—a line born of the need for what is natural and nourishing—pushes it into the realm of local luxury.
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Cozy Winter Minnetonka Style
The weather outside is frightful but Minnetonka can keep you delightfully warm and stylish.
Blue jacket, $105 / Raquel allegra pants, $365 / Minnetonka Kayla Faux-Fur Slippers / NLY Accessories brown backpack, $47 / Beats by Dr Dre white headphone / Cable knit beanie hat, $6.13 / Mink false eyelash, $23 / Gucci fragrance, $86
Whether it’s a sheepskin lined slipper or a front lace knee hi boot, they’ve got a variety of amazing winter essentials to keep you cozy and comfortable. -
Pick Your Pump @ninewestcanada
A common dream among shoe lovers is choosing a unique pair of shoes to compliment your own personal style and this season, Nine West is making this dream a reality with the introduction of the limited edition Nine West Pick Your Pump Program.
Launching Wednesday, December 3rd for a limited time, the Nine West Pick Your Pump Program features 8 colours and 3 different materials. Suede will be available in Disco Blue, Sour Apple Green, Purple Amethyst, Hot Pink Orchid and Tomato Red. Faux Snake Skin will boast beautiful Blush and Grey options, and a Multi Leopard/Floral fabric will round out the choices.
Inspired by Nine West’s best selling pump MARTINA, this style features a 3.5 inch heel that is perfect for day and night. For $120, customers can visit select Nine West Stores or Ninewest.ca to order their favourite pump. After selecting their coveted style, customers will receive their order by mail within 6-8 weeks in a special custom package.
9W LOVES CONTESTS
Beginning December 3rd, customers will have a chance to enter for a chance to win their favourite pair from the Nine West Pick Your Pump Collection. Simply share a picture of your favourite from the lineup on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter using the designated hashtag #9WPickYourPump or customers can enter the contest by reposting the colour collage image from the Nine West Canada Instagram, Facebook and Twitter pages from December 3rd – December 11th.
For further details on the Nine West Pick Your Pump Program, customers can see in store or online at ninewest.ca for details on or after December 3rd.
For more from Nine West:
Follow @ninewestcanada on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter
For more information about Nine West visit www.ninewest.ca
For more information about Sherson Group visit www.shersongroup.comAbout Sherson Group Inc.
As one of Canada’s premier distributors of footwear and accessories, Sherson Group has been managing, importing and distributing world-famous brands since 1984. Today, the company’s robust fashion portfolio features renowned names such as Nine West, Bandolino, Enzo Angiolini, Anne Klein, Anne Klein Sport, Easy Spirit, Circa Joan and David, Mootsies Tootsies, Adrianna Papell, Taryn Rose, Adrienne Vittadini, Charles by Charles David, Charles David, and FLOGG. Sherson Group now has over 40 retail locations operating under the name Nine West & Nine West Shoe Studio.
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Fresh for 2015: All Natural Holiday Gift Guide from @LogicProducts
Here at Logic Products, we’ve put together a list of the ultimate gifts and stocking stuffers to make your search for the perfect present a little easier! Lead a cleaner lifestyle with Logic Products, made in the U.S. with all natural ingredients.
For the mom:
Natural HomeLogic All Purpose Cleaner in Citrus Grove or Jasmine Mist.
HomeLogic products are safe for daily use and fume free, and will leave your home spotless without the toxic chemicals used in other cleaning products.
Retail Price: $7.85
For the fur baby:
BarkLogic Natural Leave In Conditioning Spray
Your dog will smell great and feel even better with a silkier, smoother coat.
Retail Price: $15.00
For the family:
LiceLogic Repel Conditioning Shampoo and LiceLogic Repel Conditioner in Rosemary Mint, Lemongrass or Lavender.
Keep your holiday lice-free with LiceLogic as it naturally repels lice. During large gatherings, there is a greater chance that children and other family members will be exposed to lice.
Retail Price: $36.00 for set, $18.00 each
For the nature lover:
InsectLogic Natural Bug Repel Gel
Keep away those pesky bugs with a safe and effective bug repellent that uses 100% plant-based oils and botanicals.
Retail Price: $18.00
For the little one:
Make bath time extra special with TotLogic Bubble Bath and relax as your children splash around in a tub full of safe, non-toxic bubbles.
Retail Price: $11.00
