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{Beauty} Get The Look: Jessica Alba

March 27, 2013

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The Details //

Dior Hydra Life Skin Energizer

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation and Dior Air Flash Foundation
Lancôme cream to powder bronzing veil in 02
Lise Watier Ombre Souffle Supreme in Magie Blanche
Dior Show Iconic Extreme Mascara in Black
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Red Square
Benefit Watts Up Highlighter
False Eyelashes
I am loving the fresh, natural look that rocked the red carpet this past award season.  Looking back, one of our favourite looks was that of Jessica Alba at The Golden Globes.  Her orangey-coral lip colour was paired beautifully with simple full brows and big lashes.  Kahlia recreated the look with NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Red Square.  These NARS lip pencils are so perfect for spring, going to get my hands on a few shades on the asap.
Have a beauty or makeup question?  Any how-to’s or tutorials you’d like to see?  
Tweet @KahliaMakeup or book an appointment with her at kahliaadams.com!

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Bundled

March 26, 2013
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The Details //
Leopard Print Blouse, Plum
Black Blazer and Quilted Clutch, Forever21
Winter Coat, Front and Company
Denim, American Eagle
Pumps, WildDoll
Knit Scarf, Oak + Fort
Though most of the time I’m seasonally inappropriate, there are those days when I actually do bundle up and dress for the cold (and I’m talking cold in West Coast standards, I totally understand that we’ve received almost zero snow this year).  But it’s spring, I shouldn’t be talking about the cold.  I should be talking about hot sunshine, which is why I’ve spent the morning putting together outfits for Coachella.  It’s all about priorities!  Coachella Style > everything else.

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New In The Zoo

March 25, 2013
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1. Zara sunglasses reg. $30, on sale for $7.99 and BCBG ring reg. $34, on sale for $14.
Both are Coachella essentials!

2. Tank and faux leather pants from The Archetype on Main Street.

3. As you might have seen on Instagram, we finally put this West Elm shelf up with some of our favourite things.  Including our new Society6 wall print.

4. I’m all about rings right now and these Pandora beauties are perfectly stackable! 

5. More Zara, these booties were on sale for just $29.

Shopping is my weakness, okay?!

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First Day Of Spring

March 20, 2013
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The Details // Photos by Jen T.
Floral Top, Plum
Boyfriend Denim, Mavi
Cardigan, Kersh
Bag, Zara
Blue Pumps, H&M
Necklaces, Olivia Solie
Ring, Social Experiment
Sunglasses, Barefoot Contessa
The truth of the matter, is that today has actually brought on the always traditional Spring Showers.  The rain is back, but who cares because WE MADE IT!  Together, we have survived those cold and dark days of winter and are moving right on to sunshine and picnics.  Okay, it’s a little too cold to picnic now but this girl is definitely wishing for an early patio season.  Wishing you all a lovely first day of spring!
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Pinch Me

March 19, 2013
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Just a few behind-the-scenes snaps from the photo shoot and styling project last week.  Will keep you in the loop for the finished product, you’re going to LOVE it 🙂
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Calm After The Storm

March 18, 2013
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The Details //
Black and White Tee, Aritzia
Faux Leather Pants, The Archetype
Booties, Zara
Military Style Bag, xoBella
Sunglasses, Barefoot Contessa
Necklace, Forever21
Rings, Pandora
Right, so about last week.  Things got a little bit 16 hour work days crazy.  I had to write on our kitchen chalkboard “It will all work out – it always does” in order to convince myself that this wouldn’t be the one time that things sadly didn’t go well!  Not to worry, we all survived the insanity and I have since treated myself to a few sleep-ins and netflix marathons.  It’s back to the usual grind now and tomorrow I’ll share a little teaser about the exciting project that ate up so much of my time.  Hope you’ve all had a wonderful weekend xo
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City Bright

March 11, 2013
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The Details //
Blue Silk Blouse, Joe Fresh (c/o)
Kersh Cardigan, Plum
Denim, American Eagle
White and Gold Heels, Seychelles
Structured Bag, Kate Spade
Sunglasses, Barefoot Contessa
Wishbone Necklace, gift from a friend
Gold Ring, also a gift
Coffee, Beaucoup Bakery
I’ve slowly (but surely) been pulling spring pieces out of my closet and gradually integrating them back into my wardrobe.  Plus, painting your nails bright orange is basically challenging the sun to make an appearance, and it seemed to work.  Sunshine and longer days is just what the doctor ordered!

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Women’s Day

March 8, 2013
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The Details // Photo by Michela
Baseball Cap, H&M
Sweater, Adam’s side of the closet
Faux Leather Skirt, Urban Outfitters
Tights, Hue
Military-style Bag, xoBella
Joust Booties, Dolce Vita

We ARE the ladies.  Happy International Women’s Day to all of you.  I’m grateful to know so many strong, independent, beautiful women who inspire and empower.  Celebrating you today and always! xo

“Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained.”  

– Marie Curie 

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{Inspiration} The Great Gatsby

March 6, 2013
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1. Beige dress, $72 CAD 
2. Biba , $195 CAD 
4. Johnny Loves Rosie, $26 CAD

An over-the-top Baz Luhrmann style interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’?  Yes, please!  I’m so ready to finally see the movie, and not just for Leo.  I also can’t get enough of the 20’s style: feathers, sequins, and jewels galore!  It’s going to be amazing!