Fragrance designers are genius, really. They truly know how to appeal to potential buyers, by selling the image. What better image to sell to men than playboy-millionaire-stylish-badass-working-man? I received the Paco Rabanne 1 Million fragrance for review and I think I was overwhelmed by the musk of the scent. It’s a great packaging I must say. Incredibly elaborate and definitely embodies the James Bond archetype. Marvellous. Boys – would you wear it?
 
Check the commercial below, I got a couple giggles out of it. Want more? Read the press release.

 
Congratulations to Anita Clarke from iwantigot.geekigirl.com for being profiled in Holt Renfrew windows in Vancouver and Toronto! It’s so amazing to see what the power of the blogger has done to fashion. Check the rest of the photos from her unveiling here.
 
Keep rockin’ it!

 
It’s a montage of LENKA’s Spring Euro Tour – I’ve been addicted to watching this type of video lately. It’s fun in motion – could use some more of it (and it might just be coming).
 
Check out the past Q&A that I did with the artist here.
 
“Just enjoy the show”

 
Congrats Wynne – proud new owner of The White Tie Affair’s CD (Walk This Way – autographed) and a copy of it in Vinyl. Awesome? I think so! Shame on you guys, one comment could have made you two pieces of music richer, get on the next contest *winkwinkwink
 
And you know I had to throw in this adorable photo from your “summer goodtimes” – it’s too adorable!
 

 
Is is a nerd. I scrapped the last ridiculous vlog that I tried out because I was wearing a blue hair extension and a nose ring and I didn’t want people to bask in the ridiculousity. So here’s another go. Hey, everyone starts somewhere – thanks for even bothering to hit play, it impresses me how much you guys care! PS: I love all yall! PPS: I’m using vimeo now cause it’s hot, the platform matches my colour scheme purrfectly. I will improve, I promise!

 
I was given the heads up about this great designer event – some great big names right up on there, Las Valentias being the one that’s caught my eye (they have the most stunning skirts). If you’re on the watchout for designer discounts, check this one out at the gorgeous Burroughes Building.
 
Location: 639 Queen West, Toronto, 3rd Floor
Time: Friday June 26th 4pm-9pm
Saturday June 27th 11am-9pm
Sunday June 28th 11am-9pm
“True Patriot Love, at a discount! Beginning Friday June 26 and running through next weekend, it’s the All-Canadian Department Store Sample Sale (at …

 
It’s no real secret that I love Nicole Richie (though should it be?) – I’m a newfound fan of her House of Harlow jewelry line, mainly for the gorgeous (yet affordable) bracelets that are included. The one that I’ve been eyeing is not pictured above, but the emerald version. The hint of Egyptian influence is enough to make it attractive to me – I’m all in. Oh, wouldn’t it look ‘fabulous’ worn in multiples (way to cross-sell, you sneaky copywriters).
 
Anyway, check out some more of her items here.

 
> image from …

 
Prelovin’ preloved. This week – sale sale sale (except not said in such a cheesy fashion), preloved is having their annual summer sale, 30-70% off their goods (even new merch!). Honestly, half the reason I posted this up was because I’m a fan of the flyer, that and it looks kind of like my wilting wallpaper (love you, wall). Preloved.ca for more!

 
The new edition of CONTRA Mag is out – go checks it [a forewarning of nudity within]. Stunning editorials – high fives to the CONTRA Team!
 

 
> images from thinkcontra.com

 
A lot of social media and blog love as of lately – however, coming from Holt Renfrew is quite a surprise. The retailer is set to showcase windows inspired by famous bloggers, without their inputs (eeps). I call PR stunt.

 
Something to aspire to? I think so. I’m seeing more and more bloggers being featured by retailers, asking for their editorial input, and overall having a freaking awesome time. Hi, if anyone owns a store and is reading this, please like me. Just a little? <3

 
images from fashiontoast.com, thesartorialist.com, and …