We can’t get enough of Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2014, Radiant Orchid! We’re sharing our favourite ways to dress up and accessorize with the beautiful, fresh shade…from nail polish to floral prints, this bright (and radiant!) colour has found a prominent place in our wardrobe palette for 2014!
How will you wear Radiant Orchid? Tweet us at @natashaNKPR!
In case you missed it, the NKPR team took part in the 8 week #SmoothMovement Challenge with Inhibitif, diligently applying the deodorant, body or facial serum and documenting our experience along the way! With the challenge complete, we’re sharing our hair-free results. The verdict? A great success!
To recap: Inhibitif is a range of highly-concentrated products that help reduce the apparent prominence and visible density of unwanted hair over time. In under 8 weeks, the need for hair removal is minimised.
We found the key to the #SmoothMovement challenge was patience and diligence. 8 weeks may seem like a long ways away, but the twice-a-day application was well-worth it. Within a week of applying it fit nicely into our daily routines, and we’re all happy to report that we’ve witnessed a significant reduction in hair growth with all of our tested products!
Having taken the 8 week challenge, we thought we would share some of our tips based on our experience to help make your 8 week challenge a success:
Body serum: Make sure you use it twice daily. Spray generously directly on targeted area, and if necessary apply evenly with hands as you would apply a moisturizer. Let dry and then apply moisturizer or sunscreen as usual.
Deodorant: Apply to the underarms daily. Be sure to let the product dry completely before dressing.
Facial serum: A very small amount goes a long way! Dispense a pea-sized amount of product to palm of hand, then apply directly to the targeted facial areas.
With all products, be sure to store in a cool place!
Did you know? Inhibitif, combined with existing hair removal techniques, offers the lowest one-year cost of lasting hair removal than any other technology or product available…count us in!
Here’s what the media are saying about Inhibitif…
“I’m just completing week five but am down to epilating the legs and underarms just once a week and seeing very minimal regrowth, I’m a pretty happy camper!”
–Stephanie Anne Daga, Beauty Blogger, Blush Pretty
“Amazingly, hair actually does appear to grow back slower and with less density, even within three weeks of starting the challenge.”
–Philip Mak, Writer, View the Vibe
“This newly launched serum has helped to tame the little peach fuzz above my lip, and I couldn’t be happier!”
–Michelle Bilodeau, Director of Editorial, Front Row Mag
“Game changer, ladies!”
–Alexandra Cioppa, Beauty Blogger, Chick Advisor
“I started Inhibitif’s 8 week challenge three weeks ago and I already notice that my hair is finer and isn’t growing back as quickly!”
–Kate Murphy, Assistant Editor, Beauty RSVP
“Our tester tried the body serum, which comes with an easy-to-use spritz top. Following the directions of application twice per day, she noticed a dramatic reduction in the appearance of hair regrowth after only two weeks!”
–Aleesha Harris, Entertainment Web Editor, Vancouver Sun
“The slightly minty scent was refreshing, and we also liked the spritz application, which made for an invisible, mess-free experience. Some of us have seen a difference within a week!”
–Mishal Cazmi, Assistant Beauty and Fashion Editor, Glow Magazine
Get your own Inhibitif at Shoppers Drug Mart and start the #SmoothMovement challenge! Tweet about your experience to @inhibitif!
Happy Holidays from NKPR! Sending love and good wishes to all this holiday season.
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The holidays are the perfect time to play with glamour; go for gold with statement jewellery or eye shadow, rock sequins, velvet or a festive polish! We’re sharing our favourite picks to glam up your holiday outfit for your next fete or Christmas dinner. What’s your favourite way to get dressed up for the holidays?
1. RW&CO Open Toe Pump ($98 at RW&CO stores and rw-co.com)
2. Avon Big Colour Eye Pencil ($9.99 available through an Avon Independent Sales Representative, 1-800-265-AVON or online at avon.ca)
3. JESSICA Bracelet ($17.99 at Sears or sears.ca)
4. Anne Klein Sequin Blazer ($189 at The Hudson’s Bay Co or thebay.com)
5. ATTITUDE Statement Necklace ($24.99 at Sears or sears.ca)
6. Isaac Mizrahi Splatter Paint Tweezer ($18 at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com)
7. Ignite The Night Polish ($9.99 at leading salons across Canada)
8. Janelle Open Back Contrast Side Metallic Lace Dress ($50 at boohoo.com)
9. JESSICA Sequin Skirt ($39.99 at Sears and sears.ca)
We’re sharing our gift inspiration for moms, sisters, best friends and loved ones! Give the gift of luxury with a statement Mulberry bracelet or a trip to the beautiful Loews Hotel Vogue in Montreal, or opt for something indulgent like Kiehl’s pampering products or a mark. makeup palette! If she loves fashion, our picks are stylish, on-trend pieces from RACHEL Rachel Roy. Happy gifting!
1. A luxurious stay at Montreal’s Loews Hotel Vogue (see loewshotels.com for more information)
2. Kiehl’s Creme de Corps (comes in two sizes – $37.50 for a 250mL bottle or $62 for a 500mL bottle, available at Kiehl’s stores or kiehls.ca)
3. Mulberry Bayswater Bracelet in Soft Gold Metal ($380 at Mulberry stores)
4. RACHEL Rachel Roy Embellished Pullover ($109 at The Hudson Bay Co and thebay.com)
5. mark. Super Colour Box Total Face Palette ($25 available through an Avon Independent Sales Representative, 1-800-265-AVON or online at avon.ca)
6. Anne Klein Mixed Media Sheath Dress ($149 at The Hudson Bay Co and thebay.com)
7. Gift from the Giftagram App (Free app available on iTunes, gifts for him, her, kids and pets)
8. Kiehl’s Limited Edition CAPOC Creme de Corps Soy Milk and Honey Whipped Body Butter ($45 at Kiehl’s stores and kiehls.ca)
9. RACHEL Rachel Roy Embellished Dress ($149 at The Hudson Bay Co and thebay.com)
10. Kiehl’s Limited Edition Eric Haze Ultra Facial Cream ($32 at Kiehl’s stores and kiehls.ca)
And the gift that keeps on giving…NK for !XAM ring-to-wrist bracelets. All proceeds support Artists for Peace and Justice and Haiti! (Available here)
Whether you’re shopping for your friend, boyfriend, Uncle or Dad, there are lots of options to choose from when it comes to finding the perfect gift. You can never go wrong with a sweater or accessory, but how about upping the ante with a hotel stay or gift set of men’s grooming products? We’ve curated our favourite gift ideas for all of the men in your life.
1. Kiehl’s Essentials for Him Gift Set ($35 at Kiehl’s stores and kiehls.ca)
2. A stay at the luxurious Montreal Loews Hotel Vogue (see loewshotels.com for more information)
3. Hayden Christensen for RW&CO. Reversible Sweatshirt ($69 at RW&CO stores and rw-co.com)
4. House of Marley Get Together Bluetooth Portable Audio System ($249.99 at houseofmarley.ca)
5. Gift from the Giftagram App (Free app available on iTunes, gifts for him, her, kids and pets)
6. ATTITUDE blazer ($169.99 at Sears and sears.ca)
7. ATTITUDE Flat Front Dress Pant ($99.99 at Sears and sears.ca)
8. Hayden Christensen for RW&CO. Plaid Scarf ($35 at RW&CO stores and rw-co.com)
The holidays are a special time when it comes to food and fetes – from turkey to shortbread, holiday cocktail parties to family get-togethers, we love the rituals and traditions that come with holiday entertaining! We’re sharing our favourite recipes, cocktails and entertaining tools to help make your Christmas dinner or holiday party a success!
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2. Spiced Noel Cocktail
• 25ml bottlegreen ginger & lemongrass cordial
• 25ml pineapple juice
• 6 mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• Soda water
• 1 oz. SKYY vodka (optional)
Glass: Highball
Decoration: Lemon Peel
Method:
· Build ingredients in glass and stir
· Strain into highball and top with soda
3. bottlegreen Spiced Berry Cordial ($7.99 at Loblaws, Sobey’s, and other independent fine food retailers across Canada)
4. ZWILLING Sensation 10 Piece Cookware Set (Items starting at $130.00 at www.zwilling.ca, The Hudson’s Bay and other fine retailers across Canada)
5. DAVIDsTEA Party Crackers with Tea ($16.50 at DAVIDsTEA locations and davidstea.com)
6. bottlegreen Ginger & Lemongrass Cordial ($7.99 at Loblaws, Sobey’s, and other independent fine food retailers across Canada)
7. Sears Snow Globes ($29.99 at Sears and sears.ca)
8. Sears Faux Mink Fur Pillow ($39.99), Photo Cushion ($29.99) & White Faux Fur Throw ($129.99) at Sears and sears.ca
Christmas Stockings – the perfect opportunity to gift those special, small but sweet presents for your loved ones. Aside from the traditional stocking stuffers (a clementine, chocolate…you know the drill), we’ve curated our top picks that are sure to please!
1. Jessica Ear Muffs ($34.99 at Sears and online at sears.ca)
2. DAVIDsTEA Winter Collection ($27.50 at DAVIDsTEA stores and online at davidstea.com)
3. Essie Belugaria Polish ($9.99 at leading salons across Canada)
4. Avon Candylicious Lip Gloss ($3.99 available through an Avon Independent Sales Representative, 1-800-265-AVON or online at avon.ca)
5. Mulberry Heart Keyring in Soft Gold Metal ($120.00 at Mulberry stores)
6. Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 ($8.50 for a 15mL tube at Kiehl’s stores and online at kiehls.ca)
7. Tweezerman Hot Pink Mini Brow Rescue Kit ($30.00 at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com)
8. Tweezerman Isaac Mizrahi Designer Series Filemate Candy Buttons ($5.00 at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com)
Happy Holidays from NKPR! We’re celebrating with a week of giving featuring our favourite products from Kiehl’s, Avon, Tweezerman, Essie, bottlegreen, SKYY Vodka, Yo Sox, DAVIDsTEA, Inhibitif and Giftagram!
In one word, what do the holidays mean to you?
Follow and tweet us at @NatashaNKPR with the hashtag #NKPRHolidayLove for a chance to win a new prize each day…our gift to you!
Day One: Avon Pretty in Neutrals Makeup Palettes
Day Two: Essie Holiday 2013 Encrusted Treasures Collection
Day 3: Our favourite Tweezerman tools
Day 4: DAVIDsTEA Holiday Collection and The Perfect Tea Mug
Day 5: A $50 Giftagram credit and $50 gift certificate to Balzac’s Coffee
Day 6: Kiehl’s His & Hers Custom Travel Sets
Day 7: Our favourite YO Sox
Meet Giftagram – dubbed the ‘UBER’ of gifting, this new app launched just in time for the holidays and has been our go-to for holiday shopping for loved ones, friends and family. Send a curated gift with the touch of your iPhone…intrigued? We certainly were.
The beauty of the Giftagram app is that it saves time – not only do you get to avoid the busy (re: overwhelming) trips to the mall, but you also save yourself money (no parking or shipping costs!) What we love most about this convenient app is how easy it is to use – you can literally curate a beautiful gift in the palm of your hand with no address required – just the recipient’s email or phone number which is uploaded from your iPhone contacts!
Giftagram is not only super-convenient but it’s thoughtful and personalized – a simple concept with a big impact! Imagine getting a notification that a gift is coming your way…so fun and unique! Giftagram also seeks to support Toronto-based retailers, including Jenny Bird, 889 Yoga, SPiN Ping Pong, Pure + Simple, Balzacs, For the Love of Cake, Hamman Spa and Forna Cultura – we’re all for supporting local businesses!
So whether you’re shopping for kids, your significant other, parents or friends, there really is something for everyone. Giftagram is available for download from the App Store on iTunes – we’ve all downloaded it, have you?
Browse the app and tell us – what will you be gifting from Giftagram? Tweet us at @natashaNKPR and @GiftagramTO!
