eBay Style Stories – Casie Stewart

This week I’m featured in the Style Stories series for eBay Canada. I’m wearing a vintage dress from Timeless Apparel on Queen at Spadina. I used to shop there heaps when Emma and Sammy worked there. Boots are vintage and my hair is done by Darren at Darren Kwik Studio on Queen near Trinity Bellwoods. Here is the photo and some extra shots. Read the feature here by visiting stylestories.ebay.ca/casie-stewart. Did you know that @casiestewart loves vintage clothing? Yep! Read her eBay Style Story for fashion tips here: stylestories.ebay.ca/casie-stewart — eBay.ca (@eBayCanada) September 4, 2012 A few questions from the interview: What was your favourite eBay find ever? Kids, vintage leather motorcycle jacket. Next time I might have to combine my ebay purchases with some online promo codes, my friend used some and she got some great savings! What is your guilty pleasure? Young & the Restless. #yandr Whose closet would you raid and why? Nicole Richie, we have similar style and she loves vintage too. What is your dream getaway? Going on a World Tour! What was your first concert? Britney Spears at ACC. Went to the eBay office July, 11th, blogged that day right here. I remember trying to iron this dress and almost burned a hole in it. Whoops! Mum, I promise I know what I’m doing here! Yes, one of the things I really love (that you will now if you follow me on Twitter) is the Young and the Restless. Don’t laugh. Oh, by the way did you ever see this? YES FOR ME OMG! I die. Every. Single. Time.

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Summer 2012: These Are A Few of My Favourite Things

As I was looking at photos I remembering heaps of cool things I did over the past few months. I am so thankful for the Internet, Twitter, Instagram etc. cause I could forgotten moments if I wasn’t constantly documenting. I started blogging in 2005 as a way to ‘keep more memories’, seven years later it’s the best thing I could have done. It works as a constant reminder to be grateful & show gratitude for all the wonderful people & experiences in my life. These are some of my favourite things I’ve done in the last few hot months. Summer Highlights 2012: Muskoka Weekends & Boating. Montreal weekend. Skydiving in Boston. Harley Riding. Outdoor Rock climbing w/ Ford & Bloggers. Beerfest w/ Carly & Lauren. Partying w/ the girls. Filming w/ Coral TV & growing the channel to over 1,000 subscribers & 125,000+ views! Hanging out w/ Mum. Driving on the Ford Track in Michigan w/ media from around the world. Oh and this guy 😉 Speaking at NXNE. NXNE Parties MMVA Show, Gifting lounges, & parties Banff World Media Festival, first time out West! Birthday falling on the same day at Hawaii’s company launch Being a Production Assistant on a short film in Orangeville. Hitting the beaches in Miami & Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Doing the Edgewalk of the Cn Tower w/ Dad Working w/ O’Nizz & Raymi for Menkes, video is 20,000+ views now! The next few weeks are super busy. I’m realxing this weekend in preparation for FNO, Fashion Cares, ten days of TIFF and end of September activities. Here we go!  

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Bot & Sold on Twitter (RE: Article from @FastCompany)

A couple of times over the last few years a photo of me has been used as a Twitter bot. I didn’t think much of it. I figured there was nothing I can do other than report for spam.  To be honest, my first thought was “you’ve made it” then it happened over a handful of times and it was kinda unsettling. Have I been targeted? What is going on here and why does this keep happening? Yesterday, Keri sent me this article from FastCompany  “Who’s That Woman In The Twitter Bot Profile? by Jason Feifer. I got a couple Tweets about it too. @casiestewart remember how there was a twitter bot of your Sunshine girl pic? Seems like you weren’t the only one! bit.ly/P2cemr — Breanna Hughes (@unbrelievable) August 9, 2012 They’re sometimes called “bimbots”–the army of Twitter bots with pretty profile pictures. Who are the women pictured in those photos? This is the story of the quest to find out.” Omg, it’s a thing. I read on… “After dozens of searches, a pattern emerged: Most bot photos had a long digital tail, having been posted on dozens of sketchy porn sites or blogs devoted to the barely legal. Occasionally, I’d be able to track a photo back to what seemed like an original source–like when a bot’s photo showed up alongside many others of the same woman, all posted to the fratboy site Barstool Sports. The site claimed her name is Aurora. But when I reached out, as was always the case, nobody cared to explain where the photos came from. …I tracked two bots back to the 2009 SUNshine Girls calendar, a lingerie showcase produced by the Toronto Sun. (I guess newspapers have to make money somehow.) The calendar only offered the models’ first names, and the paper’s photo…

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You Can Call Me Hollywood, I Will Call You Maybe

Oh well hello there & hi from Orangeville, Ontario. I made this Viddy for you using PicPlayPost. It’s free in the app store for today only! @viddy @yourfriendevan @picplaypost ….and VOILA, my first #picplaypst vid viddy.com/video/2923d9f7… — CASIE STEWART (@casiestewart) August 1, 2012 This is the @bravofact film we’re working on today w/ Kate Yorga bravofact.com/2011/12/15/whe… — CASIE STEWART (@casiestewart) August 1, 2012 In other news… Molson sent me a bunch of beers yesterday. Thanks TEAM! Is it the weekend yet? Check out the future of Ford through the eyes of top Canadian bloggers @casiestewart, @trina_stewart & @clickflickca! bit.ly/MRpQTe — Ford Canada (@FordCanada) August 1, 2012 Ford Canada featured me and two other Canadian bloggers who attended the Ford Innovation & Design conference in Michigan last month. See the post HERE to get our thoughts on an awesome experience. I now have to take the car and go pick up lunch. Have an awesome day! Go outside, do something fun 🙂

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Oh My God Becky, Look At Her Blog

It’s hot. Good day. Good meetings. Played in park. Played in sprinkler. Getting hair did. Nice to have good agent. Love working with agencies too. Drinking lots of water. Trying to decide if I have heat stroke. Got flowers from cutest hipster babe. Park date. Love summer. Love life. Sunshine xo

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Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others, cannot keep it from themselves.

I love when it rains. Joe Fresh denim shirt dress, Hunter wellies, Gap kids rubber jacket, Toronto Star cartoon brolly. Sadly, my brolly caught a bad case of wind on the way to the conference and he is no longer with us. Made it to Women in Business conference, found power supply. The guy on stage just used a word I don’t know, can someone explain ‘rolodex?’ See what I did here? We start filming Monday. I’m really excited. Been waiting for THIS for my whole life. You know how I always tell you to be positive and make the most of each day? Well, I really freaking mean it. The only way to attract good and wonderful things into your life is to put it out there. Like attracts like, the power of attraction is about particles of matter. Had a great sister date yesterday, look at these babes. LOVE YOU GIRLS. Thank you Bobby for this kind Tweet one day we will meet. Brands, listen up! “One of the best “brands” on social media is @casiestewart … she has leveraged numerous outlets to build a tremendous business & brand! #ff” — BobbyRettew (@BobbyRettew) June 1, 2012 Title is a quote by James Matthew Barrie quotes, Scottish Dramatist and Novelist who is best known as the creator of Peter Pan. Cheers to Tink, the original pixie fairy girl. Have an awesome day 🙂

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Edgewalk: Experience is the teacher of all things.

Veni, vidi, vici! Taking my Dad to do something totally exciting & exhilarating, Priceless. Thanks Mastercard. Dad & I had a blast yesterday doing the Edgewalk yesterday. Weather was BEAUTIFUL.I have a video of the whole thing I’ll upload some time in the next few days. Wanna do the CN Tower Edgewalk too? Mastercard will get you the best experience just like me. What will you be doing on June 1? Why not be one of the first to walk the @EdgeWalkCNTower in 2012? bit.ly/IoPwiu #PricelessTO — MasterCard Canada (@MasterCardCA) May 3, 2012   Later in the day & went back up with Michael for all the other things you can do at the Tower. Looking at my beautiful city with the beautiful @casiestewart (@ CN Tower – Glass Floor / Outdoor Terrace) 4sq.com/Kww9Uy — Michael Nus (@MichaelNus) May 4, 2012  

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Everyone talks about the weather, but no one does anything about it.

It’s hard to deny the fact that we might be facing snow today. Actually, it IS fact and there is nothing I can do about it. Title is a quote by Mark Twain which I’m sure you knew already. When ever someone complains about the weather, this quote runs through my head until I can’t hear them anymore. There’s no point in complaining! I reckon it’s my last chance to don my favourite winter wear and go to bed early (aka hibernate). The sky looks grey and gloomy. I’m brewing up a sage tea to gargle with for the sore throat I woke up with. I managed to avoid getting sick all winter but alas, I am a mere mortal and it got me. Here’s  Mum’s sage tea remedy for sore throat and thyme bath for colds. THIS IS WHAT I’M TALKING ABOUT!  Found these old photos of Mum & Dad. Where exactly is this one with the CN tower. I think it’s right near my place? Turned my living room into a DIY studio and made a few accessories. My BFF Keri Blog came back to town yesterday. I’M SO GLAD SHE’S BACK. We watched the show Rogers did on me last month. I can’t wait to show you once I get it online. I’m at FITC (Future. Innovation. Technology. Creativity.) this week from Mon-Wed. The conference features over 70 renowned digital creators from around the globe sharing knowledge of the best and brightest in the digital space. It’s my second year as a Digital Corespondent for TAXI, one of the worlds leading creative agencies. See last year’s writeup on designtaxi.com and this blog. Planning to put on my glasses & nerdy disguise to soak up as much info as I can. It’s going to be a couple quiet days while I get my…

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BIG SCREEN

Yesterday I met Canadian digital artist & painter Antoine Gaber who is working on a documentary film to debut at Festivals  called “It’s All About Me”.  (Mum is surely gonna have a chuckle when she reads this. Yes Mum, he wants ME to be in it!) I watched the demo trailer (for investors) and the film is all about GenY, narcissism and all the technology we have at our fingertips. Most the characters and content are being filmed in LA (Hollywood) and I’m shooting later this month in Toronto.  I sat in the directors chair, I liked it. On my way home I noticed the TTC has pinched Dear Photograph idea, no? It was sunny and bloody windy as hell! Finished up the day with a steaming hot yoga class at Mind & Body Yoga.

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The Virtual Mirror for Styling Your Face

Your face is extremely important to you and if you have/like to wear glasses you wanna have ones that make you feel good. Mum used to always say “looking good is feeling good” and its so true. My favourite vintage waldo-ish glasses are really scratched so when ClearlyContacts asked if I wanted a new pair I was IN! They have this cool new feature that’s a virtual mirror for trying on glasses. I played around with it today and it makes the online shopping process WAY easier. Check me out gif styling & shopping at Whole Foods earlier today: Clearly Contacts is offering a promotion tomorrow to all first time customers starting at 9am (EST) and the first 10,000 glasses ordered are free. YES FREE! Promotion doesn’t include sunglasses. To get your free pair visit them on Facebook or click on photo below. I decided on a new pair of nerd glasses and black Ray Bans (so excited for these!). There’s a good chance they’ll be waiting for me when I get home from Vegas. STOKED.

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Some things and thoughts…

There was a really beautiful sky last night. I love the view from our place. Living near the water is something I adore. I prefer the ocean but the lake is good too. Was recently sent a couple gift cards for Tim Horton’s so I could try out the new lattes. They were super nice to send a few extra so (I did a secret contest and) surprised a couple people with a gift. Tried the vanilla latte and it was ok. I reckon I prefer Tim’s regular coffee. So many memories as soon as I take a sip. Have you tried the Tim’s latte, what did you think? Going to Tim’s with Dad as a kid was one of my fav things to do on the weekends. He would always read the Toronto Sun. I remember we’d always check out the Sunshine Girl which is why I think I wanted to be one. Crazy that was over ten years ago. I think I look  younger/better now. Gimme a donut meowwww! Boston creme is my fav treat from Tim Hortons. Next week I’m heading to Boston for a visit with friends. When I arrive we’re going straight to the museum then a Rocky Horror show at night. Preeeeeeeety stoked.   Saw this painting at a meeting today. Liked it. Moooooooo. Went to Earl’s last night with Stephen. The Financial District is such an interesting place. Everyone looks the same, sea of suits. I wore the JC Night Walk shoes, harem pants from Raymi and that lovely denim jacket from Bicyclette, with Dior lipstick. These shoes spark conversation everywhere they go. Honestly, they are really comfortable and easy to walk in. Rarrrrr! Calculator phone usually gets a few commets too. It would be really cool if it solar charged or was a working calculator. It says…

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Daily Twitter News for 2011-12-21

Kinetic energy may power our home/gadgets starting in 5 years http://t.co/INd3xafm via @zite # Hello hubba arm candy #KateMiddleton #AlexanderMcQueen http://t.co/6w6SFVuw # first-ever random tattoo, temp would be fun promo #QRcode #Tattoo [VIDEO] http://t.co/rLQFrwPV # 8 Cool Gifts For The Luxury Traveler http://t.co/EroZj7Xf via @zite (I have the camera but the rest are on my list too) # Photoset: lomographicsociety: http://t.co/324rbpLR # Photo: bohemea: http://t.co/trlHVgOa # What about just looking for things in my house Siri? http://t.co/UxvHeoeD # Pretzel crackers = tasty! http://t.co/4r6KzXpK # Love, like love. http://t.co/pcsmlQ6i # Photo: http://t.co/causNvTJ # Photo: http://t.co/UKpTtQvT # Daily #Twitter News for 2011-12-20: Photo: Sammers is sleepy (Taken with Instagram at… http://t.co/TL8A43BN # The Influence Game Has Only Started http://t.co/K0yLHefw via @zite # Holiday tunes on the tele trying to get in the spirit. Any fav tunes? # Using "Sorry I can't make it I'm in The Nutcracker" is my fav excuse EVER! # I'll be home for Christmas… like, this weekend, in Cambridge! I wanna see you old friends 🙂 http://t.co/gJW6OYA1 # I just entered the G Adventures You'll Never Forget It contest. Check out my entry and vote me up! http://t.co/6JTajEgQ #YNFI # If You’re Happy & You Know It, Show It!: Reckon I’ve been a bit slack on work since I got… http://t.co/5vov7Hoe # I wanna see the world w/ @Gadventures! #YNFI #traveltuesday: On my recent trip I didn’t stay… http://t.co/PxSjjBJc # My first iMovie ever & all done on iPhone :)… http://t.co/jWtudEbw # RE: @BHDiaries He is totally awesome & inspiring. Nice pick w/ @MarcusTroy! #BHDude http://t.co/7W9mfr8N # Fashion Holiday garland via @PSimadethis http://t.co/XqoXyhJi via #constantcontact # The more wonderful time of the year 🙂 # the holiday music is starting to work… # Urgh, this link, sorry! http://t.co/eWqKTp66 http://t.co/titM945V # Hanukkah for everyone 🙂 http://t.co/pTmI6EaX # who is…

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Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet!

Hola & good morning from Capricci Latino on 5th Ave. I’m here having breakfast & wifi. Ok this gif is from Starbucks but their internet crapped out so I had to move on. Before I sit down for a meal when travelling, coffee or snack I ask if they have wifi. Pretty much everywhere does. I’m addicted to documenting, sharing and being connected so when I have the chance, I sieze it. There’s plenty of time to disconnect and soak up the sunshine. Check out what I did yesterday for an HOUR…PURE BLUSS!! Heading to the beach now to soak up some rays before I check into my new home at hotel Reina Roja at 2pm. Downloaded a cool app yesterday called Zite, it’s a personal magazine, kinda like Flipboard which also just came out for iPhone. I’m running on reserve battery power now so, I leave you with my most fav Christmas song, Jingle Bell Rock! 🙂 I’m back home Monday night and am looking forward to holiday spirit. Feliz Navidad! xo CASIE P.S. You saw Lindsay’s cover right?

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At the juice joint with fellow members of the Canadian Club.

Punctuation marks you never knew existed http://t.co/d66nmzCF | via @sbadsgood # Photo: love this movie http://t.co/GoNYyvFM # 7 Ways to Create a Memorable Customer Experience w/ Social Media – http://t.co/Yl6EbYJn via @mashable # Have you ever had a Jerry Maguire moment?: One where you are walking down the… http://t.co/TnyqEum7 #thisismylife # I really love he new Gmail. # Are Nick & Sharon gonna be a family again? #yandr # I wish Restless Style was a real magazine. #yandr # I liked a @YouTube video http://t.co/UpDDcKfw Amanda Lepore – My Hair Looks Fierce # tonight is totally a prohibition party: locations isn’t open to the public, enter through back door w/ password. #CCSpeakeasy # Heather Stevens your life is over. #yandr # Wonder what @mastercard has in store for me Monday…. #Edgewalk shopping spree at @HoltRenfrew? #UnlockTO # Photo: oh what? like you didn’t know. http://t.co/SPrZpzLV # A question that sometimes drives me hazy: am I or are the others crazy?: I’ve… http://t.co/MpXFcWIO #thisismylife # I don’t know much about, much about, much about…: Heard this song last night at… http://t.co/vD326jLi #thisismylife # I liked a @YouTube video http://t.co/pUyrpFlJ Gwen Stefani – 4 In The Morning # I’m quite excited for tonight. # listening to For Emma by @BonIver on @Grooveshark: #nowplaying http://t.co/12VbIlZs # i feel like it’s my birthday today 🙂 # Casual reading @ #CCspeakeasy http://t.co/uA893qsQ # Casie in the library #CCspeakeasy http://t.co/JwEDiRLb # Location looks like this. #CCspeakeasy http://t.co/FgLQigOO # Open for business! #prohibition #CCspeakeasy # Poker prize winner is @janeccmann! #CCspeakeasy #prohibition!! # Afterparty for #ccspeakeasy (@ Baby Huey’s) http://t.co/atHIZ0lo #

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