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The dress is back. You say it never left? Well, now it’s knocking down doors with abandon.

A plain black dress with a few rhinestones is fine, too. Oh, you wore that last year? And the year before?

Get out of the staid and tried and true this year. Infuse some colour, some layers, beautiful pleats and fabrics and depth.

Need inspiration? Local fashion designer Malene Grotrian is hosting an “Open Studio Day” on Tuesday, Nov. 23, from 11 am to 7 pm at #910-207 West Hast-ings St. (The Malene Grotrian Studio Boutique).

Drop by anytime throughout the day; she’ll be fea-turing designer shoes, clutches, jewellery, clothing and a few more surprises! Go to www.malenegrotrian.com for details.

compiled by Helen Peterson

With a holiday calendar jam-packed with social obligations and last minute party invites, men and women can feel frazzled trying to get from one event to the next looking their dazzling best in a hurry.

“No one likes to be rushed,” says Peter Papapetrou, style expert for News Canada.

Preparing your holiday wardrobe is

like finding the right foundation, says Papapetrou. “I recommend stocking up on the basics, like a white button down shirt, well-tailored blazers and classic trousers for both men and women.

“There are quick solutions to help jazz up a look with maximum impact and minimum stress, by keeping a few staple items at the office or in the car so you’re ready to go on the fly,” he says.

For women, adding a bold acces-sory or an animal print scarf will add flare to any out-fit. But for a night on the town or for attending a lavish party or ball, visit your local mall or street

boutique for that breath-taking, one-of-a-kind party dress. Be the belle of the ball this year… and don’t for-get to get your photo taken!

right: Fitted dresses accentuate every beautiFul curve. let your Kim Kardashian side out with this textured sKimmer by grotrian.

Far right: grotrian’s rich taFFeta number, adorned with a KicK oF bright red Footwear, maKes a grand entrance this season.

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covering up for the winter can come in all forms for the woman on the go. From a light sweater to a hoodie, and from a faux-fur bomber to a long, tailored wool coat, and every step in between – baby, it’s cold outside, but you needn’t be.

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go local with nixxi, unveiling wool coats (and wraPs in tencel/wool blend) to KeeP the winter chill at bay. available at body Politic.

snuggle uP in the Furry hooded, Fully lined, wool and nylon hedda ParKa ($334) From allison wonderland.

light on the PocKetbooK, but not on PocKets – a cord toggle button jacKet From reitmans (www.reitmans.com).

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the classic blundstone chisel toe, in crazy horse brown, is a boot that’s comFortable and stylish – what a combo. and

the Polyurethane soles maKe a lot oF sense in vancouver where it can be wet, slushy and miserable. the thinner

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With holiday shopping, parties, and activities, chances are you will receive ongoing exposure to eyes everywhere.

If you’re wanting to look fabulous for the holidays but just don’t have the time for heavy maintenance, here are some simple makeup tips and ideas to update your look and add some pizzazz to the festivities.

start with skin CareThe base for your makeup is your skin, so don’t neglect the basic routines required to keep it in tip-top shape. For normal skin, wash your face twice a day and always remove your make up before you go to bed.

The air is dry in the winter so use some light moisturizer underneath your makeup and at night. To avoid blemishes, don’t use heavy founda-tion that will clog your pores and try to keep your stress level to a minimum.

Put on your best FaceTraditional earth tones look great for both blondes and brunettes,

but the holidays are time for fun and colour. Choose elegant cream and frosted eye shadows to play up your eyes. Consider a darker blue hue for a “smoky” effect that will look great in pictures.

Eyeliner pencils come in just about any colour you can imag-ine. Coordinate the colour with your eye shadow and apply evenly underneath your eyelashes. Mas-cara in navy blue and purple are

considered more trendy than tra-ditional. The trick is to not overdo it. Put on one coat of brown/black mascara, followed by the colour of your choice.

For your lips, use lip liner similar to the colour of your lips or lip-stick. Plump up your lips by adding some lip-gloss over your lipstick to make them look fuller.

use bronzing PowderFor the finishing touch, add some colour to your face and give it a holiday glow. After applying your foundation and pressed powder, dust some bronzing powder over your nose, cheeks and forehead. Carefully blend in the makeup and you will have a natural “sun-kissed” look.

If you’re wearing an off-the-shoul-der style or spaghetti straps, rub some body lotion with shimmer on your arms and shoulders. The light will reflect off of the glitter and add a sexy, appealing touch.

Article courtesy www.beautytips-online.com.

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The oldest and most successful method of hair extension application can be traced back to ancient Egypt, and was in fact created by Cleopatra.

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Yanie, of Mohair Salon in down-town Vancouver, has developed unique techniques based on this

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