GIFTING DAY 5: you thirsty?

Earlier this year I went to New Zealand for New Zealand Fashion Week. It was an amazingly awesome trip. Words can not explain all the fun things  I did, the photos and blog posts will give you an idea but you need to ask me in person to really know. Thank you to Patty Huntington, Anna Jobz, the whole NZFW team, designers, sponsors and people I met for making it so freaking awesome-never-forget-fun. Today I share with you a story and a something from my little wee wine library. My most anticipated show for NZFW was Stolen Girlfriends Club.  It was the show I knew I’d like. This pic is me after the show w/ Venus who was my totally awesome Minder for the week. The fashion show ended with a cannon of confetti and roses. A cute boy caught a rose and gave it to me, there was glitter in my hair. I sat front row and centre and we were all in  an old theatre. Someone pointed out that the girl on the poster for the show looked kinda like me. Pretty neat. This was the final outfit.  The models all lined up then the ‘couple’ came out last.  That’s when the cannon went off. I love the clothes they make, the jewellry and how they put on a show. So hot. You know who else was there that night? And who had been tweeting away becoming friends before I even arrived on the scene? Kim Crawford Wines. (Found out the other day K.C Wine is Mum’s fav from NZ!). The people were all so nice and it was a pleasure meeting them. Everyone drank out of  little jars, it was fun.  The other day I recieved a case of Sauvignion Blanc and Pinot Noir from Kim Crawford…

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GIFTING DAY 4: you hungry?

Oh hey there! I’m on a beach working on my tan. It’s beautiful. Didn’t wanna leave you hangin’ while I was away so here’s day 4/10 of my holiday gifting. Have a great weekend! Guess what, FOUR of you win today! My friend Calvin aka @c_dot_tdot is hooking up 4 x $25 gift cards for Boston Pizza Yonge & Sheppard. Talk about nomnomom! Isn’t this fun? Let’s all give more often. Made this lovely pizza for these guys it has all these toppings: @monbud: lots of sauce and oregano @randycity: Meat lovers please thanks! @gwenstyles: Not a fan of: onions, sausage/baby meatballs, anchovies. Everything else is cool @i_am_joey: anchovies and pineapple @Jarvisemerald: i really like Mushrooms and chicken…tomatoes and green pepper To win today’s contest, leave a comment below and tell me some crazy unconventional pizza topping and WHY you have or have not tried it. * We chuckled making this up so please try and be funny. Contest is open to people who can make it to Boston Pizza Yonge & Sheppard (Toronto). If you and a friend both enter make sure you let me know who’s who cause it’s better to have $25 each and go together.  Follow YS location on Twitter if you like food and beer etc > @bostonpizzaYS. Please feel free to compliment my iPad drawing skills while you’re here too 😛

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GIFTING DAY 3: let’s play.

I love this smell. It’s sexy and masculine but soft enough that if it was your boyfriends you would spray it on just so you could think of him all day. I love it so much that I own the men’s one for myself. Ladies, the Play for women is also quite lovely. I have it too, been wearing it lately. I’ve been helping people smell great with products from Parfums Givenchy for the past three years. THANKS GUYS! To see all the goodies check here. The bottle for Play is designed by french artist and designer Serge Mansau and the celeb spokesperson is Justin Timberlake. That’s sexy. To win today’s contest, leave a comment below with Twitter, Facebook or DISQUS and tell me: Who YOU would like to go  on a play date with and why? Contest does not include shipping. Package is at my house downtown Toronto.

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GIFTING Day 2: @RIGHTSLEEVE Goodies for YOU!

Looking for something to brighten your day? Yes. I got something for you that will last forever and make you smile every single time you look at it (because it will remind you of ME!). Today RIGHTSLEEVE is giving you an awesome neoprene tote bag that is prefect for carrying your tech gadgets, groceries or whatever crazy things kids are carrying around these days. And by kids I mean people like you and me! The bag retails for $60 at stores and it the signature print from RIGHTSLEEVE. I think it’s real pretty. Additional Info: * Made from neoprene (the wetsuit material) * Tested for lead safety—no vinyl or PVC used * Reusable shopping bag expands and protects * Soft grip handles * Stores flat * Stain resistant * Machine wash cold, drip dry Do you guys know RIGHTSLEEVE? They design swag for styling marketing and tech companies like Dell, Labatt, Edelman, and Disney. SHWING!! Next time your you or boss needs some cool swag, tweet Mark @RIGHTSLEEVE and tell him I sent you. Inside your funky new bag you will also get a RIGHTSLEEVE 1 colour/1 location tshirt.  Add that to your Dad’s holiday gift. Dad’s always love that stuff. Well, my Dad does 🙂 You wanna be today’s weiner winner? Leave a comment below with Twitter, Facebook or DISQUS and tell me what YOU will PUT IN YOUR BAG. Contest is open to anyone in CANADA and shipping IS included. Yay mail for you!

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something she said about the vigilantes

I was up late, I should have been packing but… internet, I keep working on stuff and Tweeting, which is work. I watched the Jimmy Fallon show after I saw someone say on Twitter that Johnny Depp looked like an idiot and guess what? Ra Ra Riot were on and I remember seeing them recently, but I don’t remmeber when. Does anyone out there remember when it was? I feel like Carrie Bradshaw right now because I was sitting there writing all day. I didn’t think I left the house but I just remembered I did go across the street to get a salad. Excited I’m gonna be in Boston tomorrow and then in the sun for a few days.  My body feels tired and so does my mind. I’m so ready to shut off my computer and leave it at home. Still taking iPad though! It’s so good at the airport/on a plane. Enjoy the day!

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GIFTING DAY 1: Givenchy Hot Couture Giftset

For the past couple years I’ve been giving away holiday giftsets from Parfums Givenchy. This year, we have more than ever! I’ve got three scenteriffic packages to give away over the next few days. I first posted about Givenchy Hot Couture September 2008 when I recieved a bottle. I love this smell. Sadly, mine took a fall on the bathroom floor and I lost it all (wahhhh).  Hot Couture for a woman that is stylish, glamourous, and a true trendsetter. It’s kinda fruity with notes of raspberry, magnolia and amber-vetiver. The giftset contains 50ml EDT spray, 7.5ml EDT travel roll-on, 75ml body lotion. It is valued at $80. You want it? Log into the commenting below with Twitter, Facebook or DISQUS and let your voice be heard. Contest is open to anyone in North America but does NOT include shipping. (Sorry!) Tomorrow’s gift is a Rightsleve Market Tote + 1colour/1 location t-shirt. Have an awesome day 🙂

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I HAVE LOTS OF GIFTS FOR YOU > here’s the deets! #casie

I’ve got TEN DAYS of gifts for you while I am away relaxing and working on my tan. You ready for it? Here we go. It all starts tomorrow and it goes like this: Each day at 10am I’ll post a contest and in order to be entered all you have to do is comment on the post and share the link on Twitter or FB. Luckily for you it’s super easy with  my DISQUS commenting to comment & share at the same time. There’s no point in making this hard is there? Gift Calendar: Wednesday, Dec. 8: Givenchy Hot Couture Giftset Thursday Dec. 9: Rightsleve Market Tote + 1colour/1 location t-shirt Friday, Dec. 10: Givenchy Play for Men Giftset Saturday, Dec 11:  4 x $25 Gift Cards for Boston Pizza Sunday, Dec. 12: Wine from Kim Crawford Monday, Dec. 13: 180s Set of Holiday Earmuffs Trio (5 winners!) Tuesday, Dec. 14: Rightsleve Marke Tote + 1colour/1 location t-shirt Wednesday, Dec. 15: $50 Gift Certificate for Life Experiences Thursday, Dec. 16: 4 x Advanced Screen Passes for 2 Dilema (Dec. 17th showing) Friday, Dec. 17: Givenchy Irresistible Giftset

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“you’re famous”

Last week in Dallas I had the pleasure of meeting Xeni (aka Madam Boing) from Boing Boing and it seems I have lots of friends that read it.  I’ve gotten texts, FB messages, emails and Tweets about the following article. Thought I better share it with the rest of ya. Check it out! Virgin America, the airline that carries Boing Boing Video as an in-flight TV channel, launched service from Los Angeles to Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas this week. I joined other press for the inaugural flight, to live-tweet snapshots of the festivities. This included a bunch of cowboys and longhorn steer right on the tarmac at landing, and later, a “secret” performance by Willie Nelson with impromptu on-stage hoedown involving Sir Richard Branson and gorgeous flight attendants. See photo gallery & full article here.

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i took a bite of fashion toast.

On Twitter yesterday I saw famed LA fashion blogger Rumi Neely posted a NZFW photo diary. What did I find? A pic of me, Rumi and Gala Gonzalez from the Nom D party at NZFW. That night was so fun, we climbed on the car and were posing for photographers. If you don’t know Rumi or Gala, you must be living under a fashion rock. I have a crush on Gala, she’s from the UK and just lovely. Her blog is inside am-lul’s closet and Rumi’s blog is fashion toast. Hopefully I get back to NZ again next year for FW. I’d love to get to a few other countries too! I got a glimpse of  ‘the life’… I had a driver, an assistant, and was ushered to front row for every show and always posing for photos.  Lets hope for more of that in my future!

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I like to think of myself as a one man wolf pack.

Pretty excited for this week. Monday night I’m hosting a benefit concert at Supermarket in Kensington. The show is  raising money for Kids Help Phone. If you’re around, come. Details below. Tuesday is my last day home before I go on vacation.  I’m gonna *try and digital detox.  I’ve only missed ONE day of internetting over the past year (see Bud Camp 2010) and I feel like taking a break.  Wow, really feels good to say type that. I’ve partnered with some peeps to do some holiday gift giving while I’m away. One day I will go Oprah style and give you all my favourite things.  I’m also planning to look back at things from the past year, reflect. Having a blog is a great way to remember the stuff you do. I forget all kinds of things, so it’s quite fun to look back. My blog header used to say “people, places, things, thoughts, in attempt to keep more memories.” Looking back is a great way to think about the future and what I want to achieve in the new year. Wednesday evening I fly to Boston to meet my friends. Thursday we fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico for a week in the sun. I’m really looking forward to that very moment when my feet hit the sand and the sun is on my face! WHY WHY is tumblr not back up yet 🙁 Omg, omg. Wahhh. Two hours and counting and the blogging platform is still down. Whatever are we to do without The Daily What and all those other delightful blogs? According to The Next Web and CenterNetworks, Tumblr has been down for two hours now, causing a lot of derision among folks on Twitter. via @mashable Dexter tonight. My sister totally got me hooked on…

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