Year: 2013

An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth signing happening in Montreal

An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth signing happening in Montreal

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Join the Commander of the International Space Station and Canadian hero, Chris Hadfield, as he signs An Astronaut’s Guide to Life On Earth, the highly anticipated new book about his inspiring journey and how to think like an astronaut.

Event Guidelines:
Will sign multiple copies of An Astronaut’s Guide to Life On Earth per person.

Proof of purchase required from any Indigo, Chapters, WBB, Coles or Indigospirit location.
No personalization, autograph only.
Candid photos only, no posed photography.
 
 Indigo Place Montreal Wednesday November 26th at 7pm
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Fortune Cookie Soap Box Christmas Unboxing

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This is one of my all time favorite quarterly subscription boxes that I am currently subscribed to. I have been subscribed now to this for a year and I love it. I use everything I get from the box.
 
I am never disappointed in the box and you get what you subscribe to.
  • This comes out four times a year.
  • They ship international.
  • You will receive 8 exclusive FCS items in mini sizes (all new scents and new products)
  • a $10 gift code that you can use toward future purchases (does not apply to purchasing a soap box/ gift cards or shipping)
  • You can cancel at anytime
 
The theme for this box is The Nightmare Before Christmas. I have yet to see this movie and I think I really need to see it very soon. Has anyone seen the movie?
 
This box smelled so good when I got it and I couldn’t wait to open it up. I did see a sneak peak vlog about it (Rachel is one of my favorite youtubers to do FCS unboxings click here to see her vlog ) so I knew what was in the box but I was still excited to open it and smell all the goodies.
 
Here is what I got in my box:
 
The first item is “Jack” Bath Fizzy. The full size sells for $5.99. This is sold out. This smells so good. I got the smell of the woodland moss more then anything. Its a nice smell and I am sure once I put this in the bath it will smell even nicer.
 

If we had a nickel for every time we called each other a “Jack Head” while we were making this fizzy, we’d be rich! Ha! With notes of iced lemon and airy menthol, warmed by woodland moss and smashed cranberries.

 

Next up is the “Sally” Fortune Cookie Soap. The full size retails for $3.49. This is sold out. When I opened this up I instantly feel in love with the scent and new right away it was the smell of fresh clean cotton. It looks to cute to use. I love that these items are hand made. Alot of work goes into these.

For our favorite rag doll, we wanted to create a fragrance that just screamed Sally!
Fresh breezes fluttering white cotton, dry cracking leaves, held together by twine.

“Oogie Boogie: OCD Hand Sanitizer. The full size retails for $2.89. There is actually a plastic bug in this. I love their hand sanitizers. They always have the best selection in scents. The only thing I don’t like is the bottles. You can’t really squeeze the product out. I have noticed that the only hand sanitizers I can use without getting a head ache is the FCS ones.

My bugs! MY BUUUUUUGGS!! COME BAAAAAAACK!! A mix of smushed winter berries against a backdrop of sweet muted cinnamon

 

“Lock, Shock and Barrel” Bath Melt. It come in a package of three and it retails for $10.99. I got the middle one. This is the perfect winter scent in my opinion. You can really smell the trees in this one.

Everyone’s favorite trick-or-treaters! One of each adorable boy in every order. Frosted woods of pine and spruce, warmed with hints of spice.

“Sandy Claws” Exfoliating Body Butter. This is called the Sandy Claws Body Butter on the site and it retails for $10.79. As soon as I opened it I got the hint of chocolate and it smells so good you could almost eat it but don’t. I am excited to try this out.

‘Dis beech will rough you up! They call him Sandy CLAWS for a reason! So anyway, it smells like chocolate and chai and yummyness. Mhm.

 
“Zero” Dry Shampoo. The full size retails for $9.99. I am excited to try this out. When I smelled it I got more of a pumpkin scent which is really nice. This is available
 

Not to play favorites, but .. um.. kind of maybe the best fragrance of the entire winter line. Yeah. Ghostly billows of sweet peppermint, with just the faintest whisper of pumpkin.


 

 
“Holiday Worlds” Whipped Cream body Butter. This is available in four different body butters such as Easter (the one I have), Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas. They sale for $10.99 and as of now they are sold out and Easter is the only one left. I actually got more of the black licorice scent then anything else.
 



An ooey gooey treat of pink sugar with a smear of black licorice.

 
 
Finally the last item is “What’s This?” Roll on Perfume. The full size retails for $7.99.
 
This is a mystery frangrance. I have smelled this before but just can’t place it but the scent is really nice. This might be my favorite winter scent right now.
 
To see other items in this limited edition PLEASE CLICK ON THIS
 
So that was my winter Fortune Cookie Soap box and I love everything and can’t wait to try it all out. What would be the first thing you would use?
 
Please note that all photos were taken from Fortune Cookie Soap because I forgot my camera at my in laws and I wanted to get this post up asap. This subscription was purchased with my own money.

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In Bed With A Book #1/ Marie Antoinette, Serial Killer

In Bed With A Book #1/ Marie Antoinette, Serial Killer

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My awesome friend Kate from Midnight Book Girl has introduced a new blog hop/meme to her blog called In Bed With a Book. This was a Sunday feature on her blog (and I believe she is still doing it on Sundays) and its basically a meme that you share what book you are reading today/this week.
 
There will be a link on her blog every Sunday so you can put your book there no matter what day of the week it is.
 
I was doing so good with my posts on Sunday but then things in life got in the way so I am thinking that this could be a good way to get back into doing this meme.
 
Since this is a blog hop you have to check out what everyone else is reading. Now this is a catch 22 because you will discover new blogs but you will always be adding books to your every growing wishlists.
 
I think for right now I am going to be making this my regular Wednesday posting.
 
So currently I am reading this:

 
I am about 5 chapters into the book and so far so good. I am enjoying it. I picked this up at BEA earlier this year.
 
Have you read this one yet?
 
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Nicholas Sparks is Coming to Montreal

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Nicholas Sparks

Join us for a very special event with one of the world’s most beloved storytellers!

Meet Nicholas Sparks – the bestselling author of blockbuster books and films such as Safe, The Lucky One and The Notebook as he signs his new novel, The Longest Ride.

Event Guidelines:
• Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Individuals must have a copy of Le plus beau des chemins or The Longest Ride to be in line. Proof of purchase required from any Indigo, Chapters, or Coles.
• Nicholas Sparks will sign Le plus beau des chemins or The Longest Ride only (no other books), 1-2 copies per person. No personalization, autograph only.
• NO memorabilia or additional items will be permitted for the signing including posters, clothing, other books, DVDs, CDs or any other item. Signing books only.
• Candid photos only – there will be no posed photography.

The book signing is happening Friday, November 22nd at 6pm at Indigo Place Montreal.

 
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Beauty Box 5 November Unboxing

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I am not quite sure what I am going to do about Beauty Box 5 yet, I am honestly not really getting super excited about the boxes anymore just because it seems to be the same stuff each month. I will keep it at least until the new year and then decide then.
 
I had seen some unboxings and I was so happy because one of the items was my favorite deodorant, Secret and if you know the Secret that is in the box you know its over $6. So getting a free one would have been nice. Sadly I didn’t get it but this is what I did get.
 


 This is what I got in the November Beauty Box 5. Lets get into the unboxing shall we.

 Blum Oil Absorbing Facial Tissues.  I haven’t used oil blotting papers because I don’t find I get overall oily but I am wiling to give these a try. They retail for $2.99 for 50 sheets. I did try this out and it does absorb oil from your skin.

 Montagne jeunesse Glacial Face Mask. I have used numerous face masks from this company and I really like them. This is one I haven’t tried yet and its the Glacial Clay Spa in the scent crushed Artice Cloudberries. I will be using this very soon I am sure. This retails for $2.49.

 I love Aveeno so I was pretty happy to see this sample in the box. Its the Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Body Wash.  Its in the scent Lavendar, Chamomile and ylang-ylang. I think this would be something I would use when I was feeling stressed and just wanted to relax. The full size will retail for $6.99 for 16 fl oz. I got a 2 fl oz bottle. This smells really good and when I opened it I noticed that I wasn’t feeling so stressed so this could be something I would buy.

This month seems to be the month of be a bombshell as you can tell from previous unboxings. This time around I got the eye crayon and its in the shade Angel Eyes. Its a white shimmer. Its got a glossy finish. It blends really nice and this could possible be a great base to your eye. This retails for $14.00 and this is the full size. 
 
Finally the last item is from Bellapierre Cosmetics Shimmer Powder. This is in the shade Exile. This is another full size item and retails for $14.99 for 0.08oz. I would say that this is a shimmery lilac color. Its not really dark as you can see in the swatchs above so perhaps its pinkish purple. This would probably be perfect to wear on a night out or over the holidays. I am not a big fan of the loose powders but I have to admit that I will play around with this to see what will work and what won’t work.
 
One thing I really like about Beauty Box 5 is that you do get quite a few full size items and as you can tell I got four full size samples. Which pays for the box which is always nice to see that you get your moneys worth out of these subscriptions.

What do you think? Anything interests you?

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Ipsy/ November Unboxing

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Hey everyone welcome to the Ipsy November unboxing. The months are just flying by aren’t they?

I actually have a love/hate relationship with this subscription. One month will be awesome and then the next is blah and its happened so many times where I had a really good month and then a bad a month. This means I am almost on the verge of stopping my subscription but then they start to post sneak peeks on their facebook page which honestly sucks you in.

When I saw some sneak peeks for this bag I was excited.

 Lets get into this months bag shall we. I am not a big fan of the cosmetic bag. I will probably pass this on to a friend and use it in a swap.

 The first thing I take out of the bag is this Pixie Bronzer. This bronzing powder gives your complexion the warmth and luminosity of naturally sunkissed skin. Hydrating, silky-smooth & long-wearing, it also protects against free radicals. Contains Vitamin E to protect the skin and mica, which provides dense natural pigment.

ipsy subscribers who receive this product will receive Subtly Suntouched or Summertime.

Size: 0.11 oz
I got the Subtly Suntouched. As you can see from the above swatch and the one below it is very subtle. I think this will be something I will use as its very light and buildable in my opinion.

 For some reason I thought I took individual pictures of the be a bombshell lip crayon but I didn’t so you will only get to see the swatch. Its in the shade Hot Damn.

A glossy lip crayon with a smooth texture that is perfect for travel and touch-ups on the go.

To use: Apply to top and bottom lips for full coverage. For sheer coverage, apply to lower lip only and blot lips together. For more color, apply several coats until you receive desired results.

ipsy subscribers who receive this product will receive Hot Damn or Shameless.

Size: 0.09 oz
I was kind of hoping for the Shameless one but I will try and play with this and hopefully I can lighten the color up because that is too bright for me to wear.

The swatch below that is the Starlooks gem pencil in the shade Amethyst. I love it.

The Starlooks Gem Eye Pencils provide a magnificent metallic finish and are so versatile, soft, and creamy that they can be used as a liner or eyeshadow base! Each highly-pigmented, unique pencil has a gorgeous, micro-glitter finish.

ipsy subscribers who receive this product will receive the shades Amethyst or Topaz.

Size: 0.64 oz

 lash gallery dramatic volume mascara by Michelle PhanInspired by the girl who wants to rock out with her lashes. Amp it up and create instant lash drama with a single coat. Uniquely-designed spoon brush “cups” and quickly builds lashes with rich color and volume.

Available in Black or Brown. I got mine in black.
Size: 0.236 oz

I am excited to try this because its something we can’t get here in Canada and I don’t know if we can. If you know please let me know or at least where I could buy this in the US.

I am so excited for the Nailtini. Its in the shade Caviar Cocktail.

Glamour is an attitude as much as a look, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look the part…all the way down to your fingertips! Just in time for the year’s most glamorous season, nailtini is serving ipsters gorgeous nails in two shimmering shades – icy golden Champagne and molten pewter Caviar Cocktail. The perfect finishing touch to glam it up head to toe!

Just one of Nailtini’s top-shelf, 3-free nail lacquer, available in dozens of shades, textures and finishes. Wear them alone or layered to create custom looks and effects, each one a cocktail unto itself. Cheers to beauty, and as always, apply responsibly!

ipsy subscribers who will receive this product will receive Champagne or Caviar Cocktail.

Size: 0.5 fl oz
I really like the color and the above picture is just with one coat. It went on really nice and smooth with no streaking. Its the perfect holiday nail polish.

Finally the last item was a sample size of Glam Glow. I can’t use it because it gave me an reaction the last time I tried it so its being passed onto a friend who loves it.

So that is my ipsy bag for November, what do you think?

So since next month is my Birthday I haven’t cancelled my subscription for this yet so we will have to see what that bag brings but overall I am impressed with what they send so maybe its to be expected you get a good bag and then a blah bag.

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Topbox/ November Unboxing

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Welcome to the November unboxing of Topbox. This is the regular months box. This time I opted out of getting the special boxes only because they really didn’t impress me. I was really hoping that it would have been a wow unboxing but I honestly have to say that I am not really impressed with it this month.
 
I think if the December box is like this and no wow to it that I will be cancelling it. I know that this is one of the cheaper beauty box subscriptions but still I could put that money towards something that I will truly love and appreciate it.
 

 One of the things I really noticed is that the tube is getting smaller as is the contents in the tube. We literally just get sample sized items. They are just your stardard sample sizes nothing deluxe here which is really too bad because we aren’t getting what we paid for. Hence why I might very well cancel this come the new year.

 The first item I pulled out was the Pleats Please by Issey Miyake parfum. Had this come in last months box I would have had no idea who Issey Miyake was but now I do because when my brother in law came into town recently he brought me back L’Eau d’Issey which I just love.

This is Pleats Please EAU DE TOILETTE

A luminous, joyful, floral bouquet whose addictive base notes combine the sweetness of vanilla layered over vibrant woody notes. A distinctive fragrance with palpable, enveloping femininity. Available in 30, 50 and 100 ml spray formats. The full size retails for $106 for 100ml and I got a sample of 4ml.
 
Honestly at first I really didn’t like the smell of it but as the day went on it became a really nice scent. I think it would make a really nice fall/winter scent. I am not good at describing scents so I won’t even attempt it.

 The next item I pulled out was the Shum Uemura and its a cleansing Beauty Oil. I haven’t used any products by Shu Uemura but I am curious about this because it removes effortless all kind of make-up and impurities. skin feels soften, conditioned, hydrated, nourished from within and glows with a new radiance.

The full size retails for $82-$98 for 450ml or $38-$48 for 150ml. I got a sample size of 20ml

 I have to admit I was a little disappointed in this because its not even completely filled. Its roughly half filled if that. This is  Cover FX and its a CC Cream Time Release Tinted Treatment. This is suppose to treat, correct and protect the skin and its buildable. It will leave you with radiant and natural finish.

The full size retails for $45 for 30ml and I got a tube that says 5ml and I highly doubt its got 5 ml worth of cream in it.

Not sure how many uses I can really get out of it especially if I am suppose to cover my entire face. I did blend in the sample on my hand and it did a good job blending in but I really didn’t like the scent it gave off.

 
 
Finally the last thing I pulled out was this Elizabeth Arden beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipsticks. The card has three bubbles filled with Red Door (it seems like a deep red ), Pretty Pink (its like a nude pink LOVE THIS) and Neoclassic Coral (a coral shade). I love that it comes with a little brush as well. I am pretty sure you can get a few uses out of each shade.
 
They retail for $30 for 3.5g and we got a sample of 0.75g in each bubble.
 
The last thing that was in the box was a Trend Trunk gift card and I was hoping for the $250 card but sadly only got $5.00 which isn’t alot so I am sure this won’t get used.
 
So there it is my Topbox for November. Nothing really impressive about this. What do you think?
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