tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80977002392992669362024-03-16T03:35:15.301-04:00PartyMixTapePartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.comBlogger209125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-11062362712236315702013-09-15T21:06:00.000-04:002013-09-15T21:06:17.292-04:00Trending Now: The Dos and Don'ts of Sneakers
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published a "trend alert" about <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/10/trend-alert-wedge-sneakers.html" target="_blank">Wedge Sneakers</a>. It soon became the blog’s most viewed
post. Women of the world shouted <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">hurray
for comfort</i>! Months later, the wedge sneaker is still a must-have
accessory, perfect for the fast approaching fall weather. Recently however, I’ve
been spotting a new version of the trend <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>*drum roll* <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><em>Ze Sneaker</em>. I’m not talking Isabel Marant here, I’m
talking Nike, Adidas... the classics! Many of you are thinking “Whoa, we were on board with the wedge, but gym shoes ain’t sexy!” I assure you
ladies that once you’ve seen the following pics, you’ll be running out to get a pair.</span></span></div>
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and don’ts</strong> regarding sneaker wear: 1) Your gym shoes and your fashion statement
should not be one and the same. Leave the sole support in your locker 2) Go
for a thinner, sleeker shoe. They will pair up perfectly with a skinny jean 3)
Don’t be shy to roll up your pants and show off a little ankle 4) Don’t rock a
skirt with this look. Now’s the time to showcase your androgynous side and play up your femininity with simple pink lips, loose curls and full lashes 5) Don’t
downgrade your accessories. Bring out your favourite oversized purse, manicured
white nails, and sexy shades. </span></span></div>
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-91990025877463221312013-08-19T12:03:00.002-04:002013-08-20T10:10:57.121-04:00Silver Lining / Summer & Fall Beauty Goods<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This weekend was my sister in law's wedding. I carefully packed my bags, excited at the idea of wearing my new BCBG dress, my epic new necklace… my sky high heels… That is until, my husband forgot my luggage and I was left 150 miles away from clean underwear and my new goods. No deodorant, people! No shoes for the wedding! I’m convinced this is a girl’s worst fashion nightmare… <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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months ago, I went to a gallery opening... </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The atmosphere
is electric; the crowd is great... the art is even better! I’m in my element. An
acquaintance turns to me and says “Emily! Meet (let’s call her Olivia)” “Olivia!
This is Emily. She has a great blog about art and fashion.” <em>Icebreaker</em>! I’m
digging it. Olivia raises her eyebrows ever so slightly: “Oh my. Art annnnd
fashion?” Her eyebrows rise up a notch. “I’d never dare. Aren’t you scared to lose
credibility? I mean, we all like fashion and makeup,
but to say it out loud is... well...” She sips her wine and bats her
eyelashes. I smile and think <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Whatever,
</i> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">I rock</i>. At the
time, I don’t remember being particularly frazzled by this statement, but it’s
the kind of comment that slowly grows until it forms a small cloud of self doubt...
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thought that coming out in the open might create an interesting discussion. Am
I the only one that feels this way? And while I’m at it, you know what? I like <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QK8mJJJvaes" target="_blank">Macklemore’s song Thrift Shop</a>. I don’t care what people say! It’s catchy and hilarious. And
my toenails <a href="http://www.essie.com/Colors/Blues/aruba-blue.aspx" target="_blank">are blue</a>. And I buy more art than I have wall space. And I also buy sandals, like
this epic pair from Zara: </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span> </span>PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-73508340345832378622013-03-31T11:44:00.001-04:002013-03-31T11:45:29.220-04:00Peeps Show (Happy Easter!) <br />
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I absolutely needed to share this HI-LA-RI-OUS <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2012/04/08/magazine/peep-factory.html" target="_blank">article</a> D sent me a while
back, which documents how Peeps are made. I am a big Peeps fan – not so much
because of their taste, but mostly because they are so cute <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">slash</i> creepy. (Ahhh... the unique but
thrilling combination of cute/creepy; a rare gift!) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Peeps were created in 1953? And that 2 BILLION Peeps are produced every year? <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Creepy</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">fact</b>: Peeps are insoluble in acetone </span></span><span lang="EN-CA" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">or water. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Ish</i>.
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">All photographs by <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2012/04/08/magazine/peep-factory.html" target="_blank">Nicolas Koenig for The New York Times<o:p></o:p></a></span></span></span></div>
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Ingredients are mixed, air is injected and the emerging Peep is blasted with a
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-13390130033482908472013-03-18T22:21:00.000-04:002013-03-18T22:21:17.687-04:00Hey you! Homes, clothes and some Stikki
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Peeps, I haven’t been in touch in forevaaa! Life has been too
hectic/crazy/amazing to sit down... here’s a short recap: Hubby and I
bought our first home. Wait, that totally deserved more exclamation points...
let me start over: Hubby and I bought our first home!!!!!!! It’s a done
friggin’ deal. Can you believe it? After months and months of searching, we
fell in love. The move in date is August and although that seems quite far away,
I know time will fly. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I’ve also been blessed with some epic girl-time and you know what that means! <em>Shopping</em>! Below, you’ll
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Winking Georgie clutch (it ACTUALLY winks... hello awesomeness!) / My fave
conditioner by Kiehl’s / Rebelle Rouge Coco Shine by Chanel / Lemon coloured
iPad cover by Coach / Art geek alert! I purchased Urban Outfitter’s Curtis
Kulig iPhone cover. This totally kills my street cred, but I think it’s worth
the risk.</span> </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">And since I appear to be on a spending roll (guys, guys, this didn’t
all happen in one day... I haven’t written in a while, remember?) I also
purchased this awesome new silkscreen print by the Montreal artist <a href="http://www.facebook.com/StikkiPeaches" target="_blank">Stikki Peaches</a>.
For those following my <a href="http://instagram.com/partymixtape/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you know I’m a fan. Come on ladies! Batman
and James Bond rolled into one? Printed on crinkled kraft paper? Ohhh... so
badass I couldn’t resist. Being an art historian has its perks, so I was
able to purchase this print before its release date... it should be available soon
by clicking <a href="http://www.station16shop.com/collections/vendors?q=Stikki+Peaches" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></span></div>
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and Environment. The I-AE is an organisation which focuses on the role of art within an environmental discourse. Quite simply, it's "part art project, part geographical study." </span></span><span lang="EN-CA"><span style="color: #666666;">I’ve followed Arnold’s</span> <a href="http://i-ae.org/streetart/" target="_blank">website</a> and Instagram for some time, and
have been impressed with her documentation of Montreal’s urban art community. Keep
reading to discover what led this Environmental Studies Graduate to pursue her
passion for mapping Montreal’s street art. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The I-AE </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">was born out of a mix of love and frustration: a love of art and a
frustration that in the environmental field more attention is not paid to arts
and culture. In the environmental sector, there is a very strong art/science
divide and I wanted to try and bridge that divide through my research. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span lang="EN-CA">Professionally,
I consider myself a cultural geographer and at times an environmental
philosopher. But I am also an artist – an illustrator – and I bring my passion
for art to everything I do. I believe that my mixed background in the arts and
sciences is part of what makes this research innovative and interesting. In
some ways, I take a very scientific approach to my research but I also
understand art and the techniques and skill involved in graffiti and street
art. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I try not to define street art. Instead, I take
a pretty broad approach in my research. I take photographs of anything that was
left there by someone else. These might be tags, stickers, paintings, drawings,
wheatpastes, sculptures, messages, anything really. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Because of
the nature of my field research – walking outside and taking photographs – it
often depends on the weather and the light. A typical day of fieldwork involves
randomly picking a neighbourhood and walking around with my camera. Part of my
research involves trying to get lost in neighbourhoods so I do not usually have
much of a plan in mind when I go out. On a good day, I’ll cover 10-15km on foot
and take about 100-500 photographs. So far, I have walked over 500 km and taken
thousands of photographs. The rest of my time is usually spent at my laptop. I
map my routes, edit photographs, and upload images to my <a href="http://i-ae.org/streetart/" target="_blank">website</a> and to
Instagram (@artandenvironment). I also spend time doing research, writing
papers, and lecturing or presenting at conferences. And with what time is left
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streets are grid-like. It is therefore fairly easy to navigate. Because Montréal
is an island, it is also physically constrained. While some artists tend to
concentrate on one neighbourhood, it is not unusual to find an artist’s work in
many different areas of the city. In terms of the way the city is planned, some
neighbourhoods are more conducive to graffiti and street art. Some have a lot
of abandoned buildings which are prime targets while others have great
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street artists share an environmental or geographical awareness that is very
unique. Graffiti and street artists have a very intimate knowledge of the city.
To be a street artist, you really need to understand and appreciate the city
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for that perfect picture or unexpected finding? Do you have a favourite area to
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that I am looking for that perfect picture. My photographs are not just
documentation but also the data for my research. I suppose I have a bit of a
soft-spot for the Sud-Ouest, close to where I grew up. It is an area that is
changing quite rapidly and it has been interesting to observe. The other day,
it was -26C. I was freezing and my camera battery kept dying because of the
cold but I followed a series of hand drawn stickers throughout Pointe
St-Charles. I had never seen them before and it was so exciting. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Both Los
Angeles and London are megacities with much larger, sprawling populations. Of
course, they have a rich street art culture but they are also much bigger.
Montréal is small and the art community seems to be rather tight-knit. A lot of
street artists know one another and collaborate with each other. There are also
a few dedicated street art bloggers who document the movement very well (e.g.
<a href="http://artmural-streetart.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Aline Mairet</a></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">).
There are also many devoted people who document the scene on flickr and
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I will be
starting my PhD at the University of Oslo in 2013, continuing my research in
Montréal but broadening the scope to other European cities as well. In the
meantime, I am working on several papers to present at conferences. One paper
will be looking at the subversive birds of artists Futur Lasor Now and Listen
Bird. I am also working on a piece about female street artists in the city,
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-76040982111641881242013-01-21T22:30:00.001-05:002013-01-21T22:30:09.754-05:00New Discovery: INKKIT
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you’re like
me, <em>cute design + glitter = love</em>. I’m not necessarily proud of this equation,
but it is what it is and I have come to accept it. For those who love to go
the extra mile when sending a letter or wrapping a present, let me introduce
you to etsy’s über adorable shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/inkkit" target="_blank">INKKIT</a>. Beware: it's addictive! </span></span></div>
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<br />PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-22564062281166979962013-01-07T17:10:00.001-05:002013-01-07T17:11:38.163-05:00Gucci x Hirohiko Araki <div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; text-align: justify;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We’ve seen several designers join forces with artists in recent years: Louis Vuitton collaborated with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takashi_Murakami" target="_blank">Takashi Murakami</a> for their iconic white tote with candy-coloured logos. They followed suit this summer with one of my faves, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yayoi_Kusama" target="_blank">Yayoi Kusama</a>, known for her bold polka dots. In 2011, Dior debuted their partnership with Berlin-based artist <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anselm_Reyle" target="_blank">Anselm Reyle</a> at Art Basel Miami Beach. It seems to be Gucci’s turn to enter the contemporary art world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Araki created a story entitled <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Jolyne, Fly High with Gucci</i>, for the normally conservative brand. These images will be displayed in the windows of all seventy stores worldwide. Gucci’s art director Frida Giannini is excited with this collaboration: “I am quite sure his window installations will stop people in their tracks in cities around the world as they immerse themselves in the fabulous fantasy world he has created.”</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Today marks PartyMixTape’s one year
anniversary! I can’t believe how far it’s come…. Looking back, I’ve had some
epic interviews with artists such as <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/08/interview-with-whatisadam.html" target="_blank">Whatisadam</a> and <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/03/interview-with-antoine-tavaglione.html" target="_blank">Antoine Tavaglione</a>; with reputable
designers like <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/02/interview-with-keren-blankrot.html" target="_blank">UpStage Montreal</a> and <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/10/interview-with-vanessa-sicotte.html" target="_blank">Damask & Dentelle</a>; as well as the best
of the best in terms of beauty with <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/07/interview-with-beautyeditorca.html" target="_blank">Beauty Editor</a>. Throughout the year, we’ve
seen trends come and go (goodbye green pants and neon eye shadow) and we’ve
seen others come back strong (burgundy: where have you been all my life?). All
in all, it’s been a pretty fantastic 2012 and I’m bubbling with anticipation as
to all the great adventure 2013 will bring. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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these passions. Well, it’s been a success as PMT has permitted me to get to
know some amazing people, namely Danina from <a href="http://www.dkmtl.com/" target="_blank">DKMTL</a>, the team at <a href="http://www.station16shop.com/" target="_blank">Station 16</a>, the
wonderful <a href="http://www.galerietroispoints.qc.ca/" target="_blank">Galerie Trois Points</a> and Merriah from <a href="http://artintake.com/" target="_blank">Art Intake</a>… </span></span></div>
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-20872579981628635332012-12-09T20:22:00.001-05:002012-12-09T20:22:04.124-05:00Ten Luxury Items Below 50$
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holidays be coming any faster? I’m counting the days
of shopping left and I’m realizing that I might not make it! (I’m freaking out a little.)
What calms the nerves better than a little web surfing <em>slash</em> internet shopping?
Killing two birds with one stone, I say! Unsure about what would please your
BFF, your sister or even your mother-in-law? Keep it simple by opting for one
of these ten decadent luxuries, all below the price point of fifty dollars! It’s
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Vuitton travel guides / 2. BeautyBlender sponge / 3. Tassel Key Chain from Coach
/ 4. Intense Therapy Lip Balm by Jack Black / 5. Ciaté Paint Pots in Cupcake
Queen / 6. <span class="onelinknotx">Rosy Glow Healthy Glow Awakening Blush by
Dior / 7. Legacy Leather Card Case from Coach / 8. Michael Kors iPhone Cover /
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-10811082435302057942012-12-05T22:17:00.001-05:002012-12-05T22:29:58.531-05:00Bringing Colour Back (Green) <div style="text-align: justify;">
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what I did today? I wore white floral pants to work! <em>Bold.</em> As of today, December 5th, I would
like to announce that I am boycotting winter. BOOM. That’s right! Where has the
colour gone? Why do I stop wearing bright lipstick when the leaves fall? Why suddenly reach for my black pants, shirt and jacket instead of spunkier
options? Spruce it up ladies – from your home to your clothes. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oqXwnXjgDE" target="_blank">I'm bringing colour back</a>!</span></span></span></div>
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-82689801883653904992012-12-02T18:01:00.002-05:002012-12-02T18:01:39.061-05:00Burgundy Nails
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Personally, I have fallen hard for burgundy nails as they are classic with a
punky edge. <a href="http://www.dkmtl.com/" target="_blank">Danina</a> totally turned me on to Essie’s Bahama Mama (shown below)...
I tell you, that girl knows where it’s at! </span></span></div>
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Lippmann Good Girl Gone Bad / 2. Dior Graphic Berry / 3. Chanel Vamp / 4. </span><span style="mso-ansi-language: FR-CA;">YSL La Laque Couture Fuchsia Cubiste / 5. Essie
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holiday season creep up on us so fast? Less than a month to go and I still
haven’t started gift shopping... For those who know me: your jaw just
dropped! I’m normally a nauseating on-the-ball shopper. By December, my tree is
up, gifts are wrapped and I’ve sent my cards to friends and family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">nothing</i>. Eek! Time to get on it! To get us in the mood, here’s my
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feathers! If money was not an issue, this Alexander McQueen feather trimmed
top would be mine / 4. I’m loving all shades of grey (pun unintended... get
your mind out of the gutter!) I sure love this Rag & Bone Lund Pullover /
5. Kate Spade gold iPhone case / 6. Nine West Cosy Bootie in black / 7. Chanel's Vamp nail polish / 8. Oh-so-glam
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expression “When life gets in the way...” It makes no sense... of course life
gets in the way... it IS the way... no? That being said, I’ve been feeling a
little overwhelmed these past weeks (hence my sporadic posting). Things at work
are crazy (in the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">best</i> way!), Hubby
and I are planning on buying our first home (major milestone, peeps!), we’ve also
been running all over town catching up with friends and family... and while all
of this is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">great</i> – it’s also INTENSE.
It is as though I have too many things on my plate and can’t seem to focus on
any one in particular. Tell me I’m not the only one feeling this! ...Anyways, here
are a few snapshots I haven’t had the time to share; hope you enjoy! </span></span></div>
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into the bedroom to find that Hubby placed our watches one next to the other...
it’s the small things that make us love our men so darn much. Am I right? / 2.
Testing out BB creams and coming to the clear conclusion that Giorgio Armani’s
Maestro Skin Perfector is the way to go. Read my review by clicking <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/11/review-giorgio-armanis-maestro-skin.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> / 3.
Great quote: Aim for awesome! / 4. Beautiful Montreal / 5. My faithful
Longchamp and Michael Kors shoes while traveling to <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/10/san-diego-street-art.html" target="_blank">San Diego</a> a few weeks back /
6. <a href="http://www.whatisadam.com/w/whatisadam.html" target="_blank">Whatisadam’s</a> Halloween wheat-paste spotted in Old Montreal with my friend MC
after dinner at <a href="http://www.restaurantgandhi.com/" target="_blank">Gandhi</a>. </span></span></div>
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weekend and between every shop I was unbuttoning my coat, removing my gloves...
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">geez</i>, shopping in the summer is so
much less hassle! That being said, during the cold months, we get to purchase
the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">best</i> items: coats and boots!
Ahhh... a slice of heaven... To get you winter-ready, here are a few
suggestions as well as some fellow-blogger-slash-pinterest
inspiration. Let me know what you think! Cheers, Emily xo</span></span></div>
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Erin Faux Fur Stole / <strong>BEANIE</strong>: H&M Hat / <strong>GLOVES</strong> : N. Peal Cashmere Gloves
/ <strong>NAILS</strong>: Essies’ Bahama Mama / <strong>COAT</strong>: Paule Ka Belted Wool Blend Coat (check out
the one I just purchased by visiting our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/PartMixTape" target="_blank">facebook page</a>) / <strong>JEWELS</strong>: <a href="http://isabellemay.com/" target="_blank">Isabelle May</a>
Kashmir and Mercury bracelets / <strong>BOOTIES</strong>: Yves Saint Laurent Gisele 80 Suede
Ankle Boots</span></span></div>
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one of those days where I felt hyper in-tune with my love for the art world. I spent
the day passionately discussing art with a like-minded client, and
finished off at <a href="http://www.galerietroispoints.qc.ca/" target="_blank">Galerie Trois Points</a>, housed on the fifth floor of the Belgo
Building. I’ve said this <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/05/alex-mcleod-at-galerie-trois-points.html" target="_blank">before</a>: I have nothing but love for the Trois Points
owners, their artists and now, especially <a href="http://www.galerietroispoints.qc.ca/artists/mathieu-levesque-en-CA/" target="_blank">Mathieu Levesque’s Puzzle</a>... </span></span></div>
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wrote in his book <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Imagine</i> “You know
an idea has promise when it seems obvious in retrospect.” This is exactly how I
felt towards Levesque’s sprayed enamel on wood. His pieces (call them painting,
sculpture, installation, architectural prototypes... all rolled into one) redefine
the notions of painting and art. With this exhibition, Mathieu Levesque
completes his Master’s degree in visual arts and media art at UQAM. If you are in
Montreal, I encourage you to head over to Galerie Trois Points; the show is up
until December 15<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>. </span></span></div>
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Craving” posts becomes mine. My latest purchase? <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/10/currently-craving-armanis-maestro-skin.html" target="_blank">Giorgio Armani’s Maestro Skin Perfector</a>, which was described by <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/07/interview-with-beautyeditorca.html" target="_blank">The Beauty Editor</a> as blowing “</span><span lang="EN-CA" style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">BB Creams out of the water.” <em>Sold!</em> </span></span></div>
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or three drops on your fingers and simply let them glide on your face. I’m
telling you: it’s like giving yourself a massage with fairy dust! It’s by far the lightest foundation on the market. It
goes on smooth, like thin fluid oil... Now, i</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">f the word “oil” just made you cringe with visions of breaking out, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">relax</i>. Maestro is noncomedogenic,
which means that it won’t block pores. Your skin will feel nourished and soft (<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">oh sooo soft</i>!). As for coverage, I’d be
lying if I said it was a one stop shop. I won’t be giving up by
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faithful <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/01/top-10.html" target="_blank">Cover FX</a> to powder my nose. But here’s what I will guarantee: if
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noticed all the moustaches growing recently? I’m so proud to walk down the
street and see such a great number of men participating in <a href="http://ca.movember.com/" target="_blank">Movember</a>! Sounds unfamiliar? Well it's quite simple: every
November, men unite to shave off their faces and grow an epic moustache. For
thirty days, these men raise awareness and funds for men’s health, specifically
prostate cancer and male mental health issues. Today, 1.9 Million people worldwide
participate in this incredible campaign. If you know of someone growing a nice “Mo,” please share their link in the comment section below. Looking
for a team to support? Might I suggest my friends at <a href="https://station16.myshopify.com/collections/vendors?q=Movember+Prints" target="_blank">Station 16</a> who have
rallied wonderful artists such as <a href="http://web.stagram.com/n/stikki_peaches/" target="_blank">Stikki Peaches</a> and <a href="http://statigr.am/user/whatisadam" target="_blank">WIA</a> to create
limited edition prints for a teeny tiny price point of 25.00$. All proceeds are
given directly to their Movember team. Art and healthy prostates? YES! </span></span></div>
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-63241798036641899302012-11-06T21:02:00.000-05:002012-11-06T21:02:58.836-05:0030 minutes: Wake Up!
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not proud of this... but I haven’t hit the gym since my trip to Europe. Not that
I’m sitting at home stuffing my face with potato chips, but the gym has somehow
gone from being a priority to “Meh, I’ve got friends to catch up with.” When
a certain mother of mine took the time to write on PartyMixTape’s <a href="http://www.facebook.com/PartMixTape" target="_blank">facebook page</a> “</span><span class="messagebody5"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">I think that we are about
due for a new selection of workout music... What with the <a href="http://partymixtape.blogspot.ca/2012/10/trend-alert-wedge-sneakers.html" target="_blank">sneaker theme</a> and
all? I find that music really keeps me going...</span>” I have to admit, I felt a little
sheepish... So here’s to getting my butt in gear and making time for ALL the
priorities in my life! Time for some healthy-body-healthy-mind
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PartyMixTapehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07347489475068279754noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8097700239299266936.post-90672630909450801382012-11-01T06:00:00.000-04:002012-11-01T09:32:40.391-04:00For the Men! <span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sweaters: a cozy man is a happy man. But please, do roll up your sleeves: the ladies want to see your sexy forearms!</span></span></div>
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wanting to be on the basketball team solely (solely – get it?) for the
cool sneakers! Thanks to the designer Isabel Marant, I’m given a second chance to
rock the look! Wedge sneakers... a gift from heaven. They elongate your legs and
keep your feet comfortable. What’s not to like? Wear them for a shopping
date with a buttoned-down shirt and skinny jeans; to a party with a sharp
tailored jacket and black leather tights or even to brunch with a contrasting
girly skirt! To avoid having your pants bunch up at the ankle, be sure to get
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shoes:</span></b><span lang="EN-CA"> 1. See By Chloe Tan Wedge Sneakers / 2. Steve
Madden Olympiaa Sneakers / 3. Carvela Kurt Geiger Sparkle Wedge Sneaker / 4. Chloe
Red Wedge Sneakers / 5. River Island Black Wedge High Tops / 6. Isabel Marant
Bazil python basket sneaker / 7. Isabel Marant Betty leather and suede wedge
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<span lang="EN-CA"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When it comes to Halloween, women tend to go down the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">sexy route</i>. We don’t dress up as cats, we go as sexy pussy cats. Sexy witches! Sexy angels! Bad, bad cops, wink wink… This year, let's do something innovative! My friend Misha once rocked the coolest costume EVER when she dressed in bubblegum pink with a sneaker tied to her head… she was <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Gum under a shoe</i>! The following year, she went as a <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Tornado</i>. Animals and small objects were affixed to her clothes with string. She’d twirl around the room and they'd fly out. As you can imagine, it turned out to be quite a dangerous (and tangly) costume... </span></span><br />
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One would think that it’s an easy style to pull off... simply take a bunch of artwork
and place it haphazardly on your mantle or bookshelf. Please, no! Be smart
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keep things simple. If the frames are too ornate or too thick, it will be hard
to layer evenly. Use glass and not exposed canvas, as an object could easily
poke into an artwork and create a long lasting indentation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">When I was in California, Hubby and I went
to San Diego, where Hubs had a little business to attend, leaving me to my own
devices. First stop: the Museum of Contemporary Art! Since I appeared to be the
only visitor there, I decided to start up a conversation with the staff. Turns out, like
me, they were street art enthusiasts. They were kind enough to draw me a city
map, where I spotted some awesome pieces. Check it out: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Top: Shepard Fairey & Invader / </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Bottom: Vhils & a faded wheat paste by Os Gemeos</span></div>
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