Great-looking eyes start with the eyebrow. Today, the trend is to a fuller brow, but don’t let fashion dictate. The fullness of your brow must fit the size of your face. Major trends date back to the ultra-thin eyebrows of the 1930s (Marlene Dietrich comes to mind) to the … [Read more...] about Focus on eyes
Fit is everything Don’t get carried away by fashion. Your dress has to look as if it were designed and fitted, just for you. Colour control For any special event, the most flattering dresses are those with a single colour from head to toe instead of breaking the line with … [Read more...] about Mother-of-the-bride fashion sense
Jane Dayus-Hinch, for 25 years an internationally recognized wedding guru, has planned show-stopping weddings for celebrities, socialites and even royalty. Additionally, she is a senior Toastmaster and a Harley Davidson enthusiast. Do you still have time to plan weddings? I … [Read more...] about Q&A with wedding planner, Jane Dayus-Hinch
We’ve all heard of Bridezillas, but what about Momzillas, Guestzillas, or Photogzillas? Brides aren’t the only ones who need to tone down the crazy. After eight years in the wedding business, my husband and I have seen more than our share of characters. Last-minute hires Think … [Read more...] about Wedding day hiccups
Think of all the usual things for which you will register: china, cutlery, crystal, bed linen, kitchen appliances – and then think outside the box. You could plan to update an entire bathroom, for example, with at least half the items available through a registry. Make … [Read more...] about Registry ideas to update your bathroom
When you plan your registry, take a mental walk through the home in which you will be living. You’ll think of additions that are unusual, practical and get you off to a good start. Balcony or garden Consider everything you might need for a balcony (if you’re living in a condo … [Read more...] about What a registry is all about
Rebecca Grinnals of Engaging Concepts in Florida tracks trends in Canada and in the U.S. She is a sought-after consultant who co-founded Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings and Honeymoons. When she was in Toronto, she talked about major trends – and one of the biggest is destination … [Read more...] about Top trends in destination weddings
Esthetician cost Be clear about the cost of any professional program you may undertake. A complete program may range from about $500 to more than $2,000. If you are setting up your own in-house plan, always do a patch test before trying any new products. Rub a little on your … [Read more...] about Repairing skin blemishes and breakouts
Some women with great skin can thank their mothers. Others can thank the effective new skincare products. Skin maintenance Cleansing Healthy skin always starts with cleansing. If you prefer to remove makeup with soap and water, don't use very hot water. It can strip the … [Read more...] about Simple steps for better looking skin
Eye cream You're never too young to start babying the sensitive skin around your eyes. Hydrate the skin and minimize puffiness, crow's feet and even dark circles. Go shopping, read the labels and start a daily regimen. Eyes A defined and shaped brow can be achieved with a brow … [Read more...] about Beauty essentials
