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My Birthday: 5 Things I Learned This Year

Today’s my birthday. In fact, it’s my “champagne” birthday: that’s where you turn the same age as the day you were born. I’m 22 today, and in light of this special day, I wanted to...
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Three Sexy Scents for Winter

Although I love all the fresh, fruity scents of summer, winter gives us a nice opportunity to explore scents that are maybe a little bolder or deeper. If you still need a gift idea, or...
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What Not to Wear For Christmas

Listen up ladies! Christmas is almost here! If you haven’t decided on what you are wearing for this occasion, here are some tips to keep in mind of what not to do. Hideous Christmas Sweater:...
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How to…Cook: Christmas Shortbread Cookies

Nothing puts me in the holiday spirit quite like spending a snowy afternoon in a warm kitchen whipping up a batch of Christmas treats. If baking isn’t your forte (like me!), you’ll want...
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Best of the Blog World: Holiday Edition

It’s the last BotBW before Christmas, so let’s get down to business here and share our favourite blog posts of all things holidays! Hopefully, you’re finished up all your exams and can sit back with...
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Holiday Beauty: What to Pack for Home

Heading home this holiday season? If you are like me, you might think that bringing your entire makeup drawer with you is a good idea. I mean you never know when you might need those...
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Top Ten Study Distractions

Oh winter exams. As if the looming holidays isn’t distraction enough, trying to keep yourself cooped up in front of a desk for hours on end trying to study seems to be the perfect way...

Holiday Gift Giving Guide: 15 Under $15

If you’ve already checked out the rest of our holiday gift-giving guide (for the fashionista, the tech-saavy, the boy, and the foodie on your list) but still at a loss for what to get the...
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Holiday Gift Giving Guide: The Foodie

Don’t let stress get you down this holiday season! Use our handy gift-giving guide to help you find the perfect present on any budget. So far in our guide, we’ve covered the fashionista, the tech-saavy...
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Best of the Blog World: Week of 6/12/10

Hey guys, sorry for the late post. I just made the trek home for Christmas break, so I’ve been busy packing, driving, and unpacking. Yuck! But I’m all settled now so let’s celebrate with a...
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3 Ways to Wear: Holiday Partywear

Got a few different holiday get-togethers to hit this holiday season? We’ve got you covered with three killer looks that you won’t be afraid to tag on Facebook. Look 1: Family Formal Meeting the boyfriend’s...
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Holiday Gift Giving Guide: The Boy

Whether it’s your boyfriend, your brother, or your bff, we all have a boy in our life that we’re brainstorming gift idea for. Let us help you out with a few friendly suggestions:...
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Holiday Gift Giving Guide: The Tech-Savvy

Don’t let stress get you down this holiday season! Use our handy gift-giving guide to help you find the perfect present on any budget. This week, we’re focusing on our technology-gifted friends. Because some of...
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Holiday Hair: Easy Party Updo

Want a chic updo look that lasts all night for your upcoming holiday parties? Well you don’t have to spend a fortune at the hairdresser’s or be an ace with a curling iron to get...
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Holiday Gift Giving Guide: The Fashionista

Don’t let stress get you down this holiday season! Use our handy gift-giving guide to help you find the perfect present on any budget. This week, we’re focusing on the fashionista. Buying presents for the...
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Best of the Blog World: Week of 22/11/10

It’s been a few weeks since my last best of the blog world list, so I tried to include some older posts from the weeks I missed. It seems like American Thanksgiving lasts for about...
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How to…Cook: Simple Stir Fry

Stir fries are a great way to get loads of veggies, lots of flavour, and a filling meal without excess fat or spending too much money on take-out Chinese food. Plus, this recipe is so...
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How to…Avoid Overeating During the Holidays

The holidays are just around the corner, and this probably means some traveling, family time, and stuffing yourself more than you could stuff a turkey. If you’re the type of person who loves...