#LSBeautyFix Event

~ being introduced to local shops that carry selections of our favorite eco-friendly, organic, paraben-free beauty products along with local designer goods and accessories, makes us happy ladies. we were happy to join DelaCruz PR and LYNNsteven in Gastown for the #LSBeautyFix media event. LYNNsteven Boutique is located in Gastown, a cute boutique shop surrounded by the gorgeous cobblestones and heritage buildings Gastown is known for. in a prime location for people-watching and close to some of Gastown's most loved restaurants and bars {Chill Winston, Blarney Stone, Bao Bei}, Lynn Steven carries a wonderful selection that any beauty and fashion lover would enjoy. as fans of shopping local, we were thrilled to see some local and Canadian retailers available for grabs. we're sharing a few snapshots of our evening and can't wait to pop by again soon! ~

~ #YesWayRosé ! The most delicious Raspberry Flavored Rosé and Lemon Water greeted us, along with a very welcomed popsicle that we inhaled because it was HOT out ~

~ Leah Alexandra and Loren Hope jewelry made us want to empty our wallets and buy everything! ~

~ we were introduced to Zoe Organics...the everything balm and the insect repellant have become our new favorites! ~ 

 ~ Holistic Nutritionist Amanda Gangoso was on hand educating us about some eco-friendly and health-friendly beauty brands such as ILIA, Tata Harper and Dalish~

~ the set up was just the cutest...a styled focus for different events and personality types ~

~ we were also treated to the cutest re-usable shopping bag filled with some goodies that we're so excited to try! ~

Featured: Kara's Party Ideas

~ happy Monday everyone! we're thrilled to share with you our feature on Kara's Party Ideas for Tarah's little man, Mattias' 2nd birthday party. we did a vintage carnival themed party for Mattias that was so playful and colorful! we were so lucky to have such amazing local vendors be a part of this shoot as it turned out amazing and exactly what we were going for! we've shared all the links to every vendor below so be sure to scroll down and click through!! we couldn't have done it without the photography stylings of Matthew Burditt and a big thank you to Alanna Clark for providing us with a space to put this shoot together!!

~ a big thank you to our local vendors ~

The Swank Social : Monogrammed "M" Pinata
The Whisk: Sugar Cookies
Cadeux Bakery: Cake
The Confetti & Co: Monogrammed Cake Topper
Cotto Catering: Catering
Glenburn Dairy: Pop Shoppe Soda
Sticky's Candy: Candy Buffet

xoxo

Mother's Day Gift Guide

~ mother's day is soon to be upon us {Sunday, May 10th} and we've been thinking about what to get the most important lady in our lives. there's something about the comfort of a mother, her knowing exactly what to say, when to give a hug and when to back away and let you figure things out for yourself. experiencing motherhood is a whole other ballgame, one that Tarah is experiencing with her 2 yr old little man. needless to say, a mother is one of the most important, if not, THE most important privilege and we thank our moms for all the love and independence they've instilled in us ~

~ when it comes to buying a gift for my mom, i always struggle. my mom is the most selfless woman i know, never wanting anything for herself but always for others. even when my brother and i gift her money to treat herself, she always comes back with something for herself. tarah and i both try to treat our moms to things they wouldn't think of getting for themselves. personally, i think that's the best way to gift: buy someone something they wouldn't treat themselves to. it's always a pleasant surprise and they'll realize how much they needed the gift in their lives ~

~ we've put together a little gift guide for you all in case you, too, are struggling for what to by your mama with clickable links for you to shop with ease.  we're covered some basics as far as jewelry, skin care, beauty and some treats as well as some quality time ideas. we love to share local love on our blog so a few of the items are by local business women in Vancouver ~

~ cheers to moms everywhere and we hope you get to spend some quality time with your mamas ~

Leah Alexandra Fling Moonstone Gold Cuff

Olive and Piper Bellflower Studs

Poppy Finch XO Necklace

Daydream Floral Passport Holder by Indigo

Stelle Audio

Happy Plugs ~ Gold

Ilia Beauty Lipstick

Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence

May Lindstrom Skin The Youth Dew

Jo Malone London Perfume

Voluspa Macaron Ceramic Alta Candle

SS Print Shop ~ Love Print

Voluspa 2 Wick Candle in Tin

Anthropologie Dining Room Measuring Spoons

Royal Albert Confetti Tea Pot

Royal Albert Confetti Vintage Mug

Striped Garden Gloves by Indigo

Dauville Single Stem Bud Vase

Daydream Floral Pillow by Indigo

Holt Renfew's H Project partnered up with Burt's Bee and Canadian handbag line ela to create a clutch x burt's bees lip products with all proceeds in support of Pollinator Partnership Canada. the clutch is a perfect spring bag and Burt's Bees lip crayons are wonderful and super moisturizing!

~ we were lucky to visit Miraj Hammam last year had the most amazing body treatment of our lives. we've recommended it to our moms and friends and those that have gone in have sent rave reviews. a steam bath and a scrub down followed by a massage and relaxation is a sure way to relax with mom. treat your mom {and yourself} to an amazing Hammam & Gommage treatment at Miraj Hammam Spa.

~ a mother/daughter high tea is always a good idea and Soirette High Tea menu is a must try. a modern play on traditional high tea, Soirette's high tea menu changes seasonally and satisfies any and all cravings one might have during afternoon tea.

 ~ The Cross Design is one of our favorite places to shop for home decor and delights. Celsia Florists makes gorgeous blooms for all occasions. They've combined their decorative powers to host a 2-hour flower school on May 21st, 2015 that would be a super fun and creative way to spend some time with your mom or even grab some other girlfriends and their moms too!

Happy Mother's Day !!!

xoxo

Oz & Tarah

The Best Boxing Week Sales in Vancouver

~ at Style x Beauty Department, we love a good sale and no other sale throughout the year matches the excitement of boxing week sales. So in the spirit of sharing we have rounded up our favorite Vancouver and lower mainland sales in store and online, check them out below and happy shopping!

Holt Renfrew brings you up to 60% off all designer styles, from handbags and accessories to clothing and shoes nothing beats a sale at Holts. Check them for that perfect indulgence item.

737 Dunsmuir St Vancouver
Instagram @holtsvancouver
Twitter: @holtsvancouver

Privilege Clothing Boutique serves the lower mainland with a dose of casual and dressy designer goods.  From lounge wear to denim, sunglasses and watches check them out at their Langley, Abbotsford, Coquitlam and Surrey locations for lines such as Tom Ford and Diesel at up to 80% off this boxing week. 

Langley: 19368 Fraser Hwy
Surrey: 10355 152 St in Guildford Town Center
Coquitlam: 2929 Barnet Hwy in Coquitlam Center
Abbotsford: 3122 Mount Lehman Rd at High Street Shopping Center

Instagram: @styleforthepriv

WishList Boutique can be found online and just outside of Vancouver on West Broadway.  This Style x Beauty Department favorite is based in organic beauty products and accessories and founded by a mother daughter duo in 2009. Find brands such as RMS Beauty, Butter London, Principessa, Voluspa, Dogeared Jewelry, Cake for Breakfast, Gorjana Jewelry and many others.

2811 West Broadway Vancouver
Instagram @wishlist_boutique
Twitter @wishlistboutique
Pinterest /wishlistboutique

Timeline Boutique is one of the cities best high end designer consignment stores and what better sale than a consignment store sale? This week take up to 50% off the entire store and up to 20% off all designer handbags!

594 Davie St Vancouver
Instagram @timelinestyle
Twitter @timelinestyle

The Cross Decor and Design is an SBD Girl MECCA for all things decor related.  To say we love The Cross is a complete understatement, we LIVE The Cross! Check them out in store and online TODAY ONLY for up to 75% off all the gorgeousness you could possible fill your space with. Jewels by Stephanie Vogler, and Leah Alexandra make this store a one stop shop for everything a girl could want.

1198 Homer St Vancouver
Instagram @thecrossdesign
Twitter @thecrossdesign
Pinterest /thecrossdesign

Barefoot Conntessa Boutique has such a gorgeous collection of off beat clothing, shoes and accessories perfect for the vintage girl at heart. Check them out in their multiple Vancouver locations or online for fantastic deals.

Main Street: 3715 Main St Vancouver
Commercial Drive: 1928 Commercial Dr Vancouver

Instagram @bfcboutique
Twitter @bfcboutique
Pinterest /bfcboutique


happy shopping kiddos!