“Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.”

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* title Ralph Waldo Emerson

Saturdazed

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Hailo Will Change Your Attitude About Taxis Forever

Hailo Will Change Your Attitude About Taxis Forever

I took a Hailo to work this morning not remembering (you know my bad memory) that this episode was coming out today. Ha! I totally LOVE this app. It’s honestly the BEST way to taxi yourself around. No calling an operator, no fiddling with cash at the drop off, and they drivers are nice. I haven’t called a Beck in weeks. Thanks Hailo! Download the app here and use ‘TORONTO’ for $5 off your first ride. I’d love to know about your experience so LMK in the comments on or the Twitter.

Please ignore the wings on my hair in this video. I’m really self conscious about it.

CASIE

Nella Bella FW 2013 Media Preview

Nella Bella FW 2013 Media Preview

This photo is from the FW 2013 launch for Nella Bella the other day. Sean & Brock, both so handsome. I’m glad I cut my hair too. Moto jacket is from Nasty Gal’s first ever collection (SS 2013). Obsessed with that site BTW (HINT HINT BIRTHDAY IS COMING).

This private event , hosted by Nella Bella’s Creative Director Tarek Al-Azbat introduced to us and the media to many firsts for the six-year-old fashion house.  New products include scarves, cowls, a PDA carrying case, multi-compartment tote and more wallets.

I’ve had a few NB bags over the years and have literally worn them out by taking them around the world and on a zillion adventures. It was lovely to be there supporting Tarek and celebrating with my fashion friends family.

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I’d really like this big ol’ black one. It is similar to a style from a couple season back that I absolutely LOVED!

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Check out the entire Spring 2013 collection at nella-bella.com and stay tuned for FW when the next fashion week rolls around. It will coe soon enough. I can’t believe it’s ALREADY Toronto fashion week World Mastercard Fashion Week again. I usually get a pass but this season didn’t bother. Lucky for me, I’ve been invited to shows each night so I’m not missing out on anything!

Happy Friday and have a beautiful day!

<3 CASIE

Drambuie presents AUSTRA at Canadian Music Week

Drambuie presents AUSTRA at Canadian Music Week

What are you doing on Saturday, March 23? That weekend is post fashion week/Canadian Music Week and there are SO many things going on. Well,  I’d like to extend an invite for you to come to see Austra at the Danforth Music Hall. I saw them last summer at Fort York in the pouring rain and it was SO GOOD. They are on world tour right now and this is their first stop post SXSW.

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Wanna go?

Send a tweet to @casiestewart and @drambuiecanada that you want to see @austratalks on March 23, 2012. I’ll pick winners early next week and have tickets couriered to your own house. If you don’t have Twitter, get it or leave a lovely comment below.  This will be a good show.


Date: Saturday March 23rd, 2013
Location: Danforth Music Hall (venue / map)
Time: Doors 7pm
About Austra: Austra is a Canadian electronic music band from Toronto, Ontario, formed in 2009. The band consists of Katie Stelmanis, her former Galaxy bandmate Maya Postepski and former Spiral Beach bassist Dorian Wolf. austramusic.com

I never seek attention, I let it seek me. #tedbakerlines

I never seek attention, I let it seek me. #tedbakerlines

Received quite a lovely gift in the mail from my love, Ted Baker London today. Was invited to be an ambassador for the launch campaign in Canada last year and I’m back for Spring! This year celebrates the 25th celebration of Ted Baker London and they’ve got some fun stuff planned.

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For Spring 2013, Ted Baker London has launched a Finishing School.  I loved this idea because I went to modelling school as a teenager, which was much like finishing school.

Under Ted’s orders we’re all in detention this week.

The first 500 lucky students to enter their line of the day through Twitter, Facebook or Instagram will receive a limited edition tote adorned with their line.

One student will be chosen and rewarded top of the class by a fashion blogger for especially creative and inspired entries. Prize for that is a beautiful leather satchel embossed with their initials. DO YOU LOVE IT?! I love school! (Hardly ever had detention from what I remember?) Follow @ted_baker and @ted_bakerUSA and tag your posts with #TedBakerLines.

Today’s #tedbakerlines Homework is:

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#tedbakerlines

Storified by CASIE STEWART· Tue, Mar 12 2013 21:04:01

Ready for your second piece of #TedBakerLines homework? Today’s line is: I will always put the fine into refined http://pic.twitter.com/WnRdLKNmHgTed Baker
I will always put the fine in refined. #tedbakerlines @ted_bakerusa @ted_bakerUSA… http://instagr.am/p/WwmpjTTfNP/Dainty Girl
Now that’s a good one. @ted_bakerusa @ted_bakerUSA #TedBakerLines http://instagr.am/p/WxIBQ6mU_k/Samantha
Concierge just called to say I have a big package from Ted Baker London! Look for @ted_baker on the blog tomorrow. Squeeee! #tedbakerlinesCASIE STEWART
@casiestewart This really is the best call to receive EVER, Casie…Ted Baker
Yet to enter? Don’t fret! You can still win a personalised leather satchel for the most creative entry of the day: http://bit.ly/ZuIxMHTed Baker
“I will always put the ‘fine’ into refined.” @ted_baker @ted_bakerUSA #TedBakerLines Brockmclaughlin.ca http://pic.twitter.com/nT4X1jKtRnBrock McLaughlin
Thank you for your entries! Today’s class has now finished. Please return tomorrow morning for Ted’s next assignment #TedBakerLinesTed Baker

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Inside my divine package was a brand new patent leather clutch with jewel enclosure. I love the little details in each item. If you pop into a store it’s definitely something to take note of.

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The inside is the same as the purse I got over the holidays with the Ted Baker French bulldog print. I have this scarf too. I would love one of these little doggies one day. I’ve never had a dog.

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Have an awesome day,

<3 CASIE

We accept the reality of the world with which we are presented.

We accept the reality of the world with which we are presented.

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Latest app in my photo collection is DBLCAM. Uses both front & back facing cameras to take one picture, tell both sides of the story. It’s free. I love using multiple apps to make creative images. I was making collages of my face and text LONG before apps like Diptic (collage) and Over (text). Learn about those apps by watching my show on Coral TV  (iPhonography/Overgram). Filmed a couple new eps in the park today that’ll be released in the next few weeks. My show hits the internet airways each Friday afternoon at youtube.com/coral.

Watched Sixteen Candles last night. Love the style Molly has in the Brat Pack movies. I am going to go shopping this weekend and buying myself some new spring clothes. I’ve been cleaning out my closet and have a huge bag to take to the Salvo for donation. Spring cleaning feels so good.

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View was looking pretty nice when I got home from work. I love daylight savings because it feels like getting done work an hour early.  I watched the yellow eye of a storm move across the skyline for 20 minutes till the air was filled with hail.

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It was a great day for mail too! Opened this lovely tea package from Tetley to find a magical little tea pot & cup for all my teas. Thank you!

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Received a Fashion Week Survival kit from FLAUNT. Thanks guys! Totally unexpected and appreciated! It’s got fabric goodies, body tape, silicone nip covers for daring outfits, and an eye mask which I will use tonight.  I’m ready for a good sleep.

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You’re the star Truman.

<3 CASIE

I Read the Rules Before I Broke ’em

I Read the Rules Before I Broke ’em

This jam is my Monday Motivation. I love it. Canadian hip hop FTW. This tune is so catchy.

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Dare to Wear Love at World Mastercard Fashion Week 2013

Dare to Wear Love at World Mastercard Fashion Week 2013

 This was a cool thing to wake up to on Monday morning! Last spring I was a model in the  Dare to Wear Love fashion show for Toronto’s World Mastercard Fashion Week. This year, I’m on the website with fashion legend Jeanne Beker!

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See last year’s post about the fashion show here.

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The show for this season is March 22nd. See the DTWL details here and the full World Mastercard Fashion Week schedule here. It all starts next week!

Have an awesome day!

Spring is Near my Dear

Spring is Near my Dear

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It’s so beautiful out today, about 9 degrees right now! Just came back from breakfast lunch at Grand Electric. Birds chirping and windows open at the office. I love the sunshine! Go get some! It’s free and it’s everywhere right now!

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You’ll never be younger than you are today, make the most of it!

<3 CASIE