With our winter tresses scrunched into a bun, we joined the city's beauty editors for a lovely lunch hosted by Shu Uemura at Ki. The product is divine, and packaging stunning. We expect to see our lackluster locks looking fabulous in no time.

Childbirth has rendered my 'look' more Tootsie than Tyra. There's little time for makeup, and my vintage threads are starting to show their age thanks to gallons of acidic baby barf. 

Fortunately, celebrity make-up artist Greg Wencel was on hand Monday night to show me how to reintegrate some of my favourite decades through makeup with the launch of CoverGirl’s new products for 2010. 

With a modern take on the extremes of every decade, the looks are simple, and completely wearable. The eyes are the clear focus.

First up was the decade I live by, the '60s:

Then, the '70s:

Despite my affinity for the '60s, this look was the clear favourite. The hair was tousled-Alexander Wang-chic, and chocked full of Herbal Essences Body Envy Volumizing Mousse. The makeup was very Versace: classic, commanding, and dramatic.

These very different looks were all achieved with the help of CoverGirl’s SmokyEyeBlast. It has one wand with two applicators: a lighter side for your eyelid, and a darker one for your crease, making it the perfect tool to transition from a day at the office to a night on the town.

Specific colors used : Silver Sky, and Bronze Fire

Now, I’m off to combine a side-pony with and cat-eye. I expect nothing less than Weird Science.

The elves were in a cheery mood when they stuffed my stocking this year. Take a peek inside!

Arden's Eight Hour Cream in its new packaging....

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 Shopping for Vintage is a fabulous source for vintage magpies who love to travel. 

From art galleries to restaurants to off the beaten track reatail spaces, the Pop Up concept just keep on popping. Not one to fall behind on a trend, Holt Renfrew has set up shop in the sales center of King West's Fashion House condominium development for one week only. 

With a smattering of baubles, bags, candles, soaps, shoes and clothes, this is one-stop-shopping for most people on your Christmas prez list.  Don't miss Christopher Sherman's whimsical bow ties, custom ordered for the event. The merchandise is replenished daily, so no doubt, we'll be making several visits.

Chanel has launched its very own olfactory counter at Holt Renfrew. The gorgeous space is home to all 48 of Chanel’s fragrances including ‘Les Exclusifs’ range, which has only previously been available in Chanel boutiques. We sniffed our way though almost every scent using the clever ceramic sticks designed to help you avoid 'nose fatigue'!

Virginie Vincens, Chanel public relations director, with Vitamin Daily's Hayley Leclair and Chatelaine's Jen O'Brien. 

A lash-tastic thank you to Priya, Martin and Diane at Shu Uemura (Holt Renfrew, Bloor) for staying way past closing to do our eyes!
We could not have been proper Tippi Hendrens without your Lavender Blooms (L) and Fafallinas (R) - thank you!

ps ignore terror on my face, I was in-character

At Joe Fresh, the models wore knee-high fishnets, clogs (in the footsteps of Chanel, Vuitton et. al.) and splashes of rose and lemon yellow. Bras over blouses and figure hugging bloomers were in abundance. Cindarella lost both shoes, and pulled it off with aplomb.