Earthly Delights
INGREDIENTS & MATERIALS THAT WILL NATURALLY BOOST YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE Story by Karen Welcome Photos by Mark Binks Honey Honey is well known for its anti-aging and anti-bacterial properties because it is filled with vitamins and minerals. Honey’s best beautifying quality is that it works overtime as a humectant and is a great...
Anastasi
FALL HAIR TRENDS GET A DRAMATIC LEAD IN THIS NEW FILM SHORT We love Hair on the Avenue’s new trend video, Anastasi, which features the season’s top looks for tresses: tousled, the atomic bun, braids, and fringe (as well as makeup by our own Robert Weir). Prepare to get into character with a change...
Fall Beauty Trends
OUR PICKS FOR THE TOP LOOKS FOR YOU THIS SEASON Story by Amanda Elizabeth Smith Plaid takes a moment to look at our favourite beauty trends for Fall 2012 that will give you a fresh and gorgeous start as the season approaches. Hair It’s all about dressing your hair up for any occasion....
Fall Grooming Essentials
OUR TOP FIVE TIPS FOR ACHIEVING YOUR PERFECT LOOK Story by Robert Weir Photos by Kris Steeves Grooming: Robert Weir (Ford Artists) Model: Bradley (Spot 6 Model Management) There are so many products that are geared towards women to help them look their best; what can men do to look great? As a...
Top 5 Hairsprays
KEEP YOUR ‘DO IN CHECK WITH OUR FAVE HAIR HOLDERS Story by Amanda Elizabeth Smith Illustration by James Harrison What did the can of hairspray say to the strand of hair? “Hold it right there!” Bada boom bada bing…*crickets*. Seriously though, don’t you wish that your hair would just stay in place? It...
Best Beauty Buys Under $5
STRETCH YOUR SAVINGS WITH THESE PLAID-APPROVED PRODUCTS Story by Amanda Elizabeth Smith & Odessa Paloma Parker Illustration by Madison van Rijn These days, every penny counts when it comes to being fabulous! Check out our list of beauty buys that, at less than five bucks, will have you looking great and feeling quite clever....
Ciaté’s Caviar Manicure
TAKE YOUR NAILS TO A LUXE NEW LEVEL Story by Karen Welcome Photo provided by Ciaté Nail art is hotter than ever right now and, thankfully, also easier than ever. Last year’s trends included nail colours infused with shatters and crackles to provide an effect that one could do without a trip to...
Original Sprout
THESE GREEN PRODUCTS WILL GROW ON YOU Story by Amanda Elizabeth Smith With Earth Day approaching (Sunday, April 22nd), what better way to celebrate our planet than by adding some eco-friendly products to your beauty routine. Original Sprout is a 100% Vegan company that specializes in “Worry-free Luxury”. This organic brand features hair...
DivaGirl Fitness Clothing Collection
NEW ACTIVE WEAR COLLECTION HELPS YOU GET FIT IN STYLE Story by D’Loraine Miranda Photo by Marlen James Last Wednesday evening, Toronto-based company DivaGirl Fitness celebrated the launch of their new clothing line, alongside the release of the company’s Instructional DVD and online shop, DivaGirl Boutique. Held at the lavish Cream Lounge on...
