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A Vancouver based women's magazine sharing a love of life, style, beauty, health & wealth for west coast readers.

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Explore Angie Quaale's Fraser Valley

Explore Angie Quaale’s Fraser Valley

As the weather improves and local produce starts to come into season, we thought we would meet up with local author Angie Quaale. Her critically acclaimed book Eating Local in the Fraser Valleyis the perfect source for ideas on what is good, where to get it and how to cook it, when it comes to food in the Fraser Valley. Located just east of Vancouver and just north of the US border, the Fraser…

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Veriphy your Skincare

Veriphy Skincare is a Canadian female-founded and led company, that is breaking barriers and building a brand that is set to shake up the skin care industry.

To understand the philosophy of this brand you really need only look at their name. The French word “vert” meaning green and the Greek word “phy” meaning from nature. With Veriphy playing on the word Verify a nod to their strong…

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Spring Clean your Skin

Spring Clean your Skin

As the weather changes so does the needs of our skin, and for many spring is a great opportunity to switch up their skincare regime. Here are a few innovative, yet budget-friendly skincare products we love.

Graydon Keto Cleanse Pre-cleansing makeup and grime remover

One of the best ways to break up oil and grime is to actually us oil itself, but it has to be the right kind! Grayson’s Pre…

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BC Wine Month x BLUSH: Ask the Winemaker

BC Wine Month x BLUSH: Ask the Winemaker

The BC government has named April ‘BC wine month’– We at BLUSH love the ‘Buy BC, Eat Drink Local’ approach, so to celebrate, we asked some of the province’s biggest names in winemaking for an insiders take on the industry. Singletree: Andrew Etsell What makes BC wine different? Andrew Etsell, Singletree Winery (Fraser Valley): BC has a wide range of microclimates; with growing regions from…

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Meatless Monday: Vietnamese Bowl

Meatless Monday: Vietnamese Bowl

Fresh, spicy and filling, this simple yet delicious Vietnamese Bowl from Fresh Prep looks mighty impressive for a very little amount of work. For this recipe we did substitute a couple of the items to make this meal 100% plant based, which was simple and just as delicious. We switched out the honey for maple syrup and the mayonnaise to vegenaise. Vietnamese Bowl Cucumber, Daikon, Basmati Blend,…

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Celebrate The Lunar New Year In Luxury

Celebrate The Lunar New Year In Luxury

The Lunar New Year is a time for celebration, family and food. So, we have rounded up a few of the most interesting and luxurious looking events happening around Vancouver this Chinese New Year. Oakridge Centre’s lantern archway brings blessings for the Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Dog, and Oakridge Centre is celebrating our four-legged friends with multiple events and activities…

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Silk'n Smooths Out Seasonal Skin Problems

Silk'n Smooths out Seasonal Skin Problems

The West Coast’s winter weather is not a friend to our skin, and in our quest to counteract its effects we have tried all kinds of lotions, potions and treatments, but sometimes taking away rather than adding is actually the answer. Exfoliation is nothing new, but microdermabrasion takes it to a whole new level. Microdermabrasion treatments use a minimally abrasive instrument to gently sand your…

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DIY Broccoli, Bell Peppers & Rice Noodles

Flying solo today and was pleased that this weeks order from FreshPrep was light, delicious, and suitable for a quick lunch with the second portion perfect for dinner tonight. The timer on this lunch is for 15 minutes and great for a busy mid-week day. An abundance of colour and flavours topped with crunchy peanuts and cilantro. Ginger · Garlic · Rice noodles Red onion · Cilantro · Lime Red bell…

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Bespoke with a Twist: Cattivo Ragazzo

The name definitely says it all and the ‘bad boy’ behind the Cattivo Ragazzo atelier is Dino Minichiello. Sitting with arms crossed on a high stool, Dino’s eyes smile as he slowly sounds the name out for me, astounded at my lack of Italian. Energy fills the room as he speaks passionately of the process that will create the bespoke suiting that will bear the name of his latest design venture. A…

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#AskElle: Living Large in YVR

#AskElle: Living Large in YVR

Downtown living often equals confined living. However, that does not stop us aspiring to create our own little sanctuary to live and to enjoy a glass of wine with friends in. Regardless of whether you are in an apartment, condo or townhouse, you still want a comfortable space. Here are five helpful tips to maximize and manifest your ideal living space! Clutter Control Declutter. I can not stress…

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#HolidaysByHolly: Leaving Las Vegas

#HolidaysByHolly: Beyond Las Vegas

Las Vegas, in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, is a resort city famed for its vibrant nightlife, but did you know that there is more to Las Vegas than 24-hour casinos, bars, and incredible Celine Dion? Just 15 miles from the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip, the areas of Red Rock Canyon and Mt. Charleston are a stark contrast and a great place for outdoor lovers. Here you can expect stunning hiking…

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Save The Date! Diner en Blanc, August 24th

For 5 years, Diner en Blanc – Vancouver has transformed the city for one magical evening of splendour and wonder. The evening has provided a place to completely let go and live in the present. To be completely immersed in the sparkling moment in which fond memories being made.   With the sixth year fast approaching organizers The Social Concierge are so excited to refresh old traditions. The…

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#RebelBeautyBites: The Sweetest Summer Shadows

The summer season calls for more than just floral dresses, wide-brimmed hats, fringed denim, and those cool vintage style sunglasses you have been carrying around for months! Time for a fresh summer look? | shutterstock.com For beauty lovers, warm weather season marks the beginning of a new season of makeup looks. My top summer makeup must-have? Eyeshadow! Summertime is the perfect excuse to…

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#5for5: Plantbased Breakfast Places

#5for5: Plantbased Breakfast Places

Nothing is sweeter than a Sunday brunch with your friends, and anticipating a delicious healthy meal. Breakfast is arguably the most important meal of the day – and when you need a break, guess who wants to do it for you? These places do! ETERNAL ABUNDANCE Quinoa Waffles | IG @eternalabundance Eternal Abundance is a Vancouver-based all-organic grocer, and vegan café. Their mission? To provide…

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#AskElle: Create Intrigue with the Rule of Three

#AskElle: Create Intrigue with the Rule of Three

If you have watched any designer shows or read interior decorating magazines, you have probably heard or read the decorating “golden rule” … the Rule of Three. But do you know why we follow this rule when decorating? Our design foundation rule of three affects every space in your home. Placing and arranging in odd numbers appear more attractive. We see this rule everywhere, in photography,…

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Indian Summer Festival: Opening Gala Alert!

Indian Summer Festival: Opening Gala Alert!

 The 7th annual Indian Summer Festival is a contemporary, multi-disciplinary event that is such a thrill to attend. Offering thought-provoking literary dialogues, world-class musical performances, and compelling public art exhibitions. Grammy Award-winning musicians, oral storytellers, hip-hop artists and international visionaries come together at exciting summer festival in venues across the…

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#NargesKnows: Stylish Networking at a Gala

#NargesKnows: Stylish Networking at a Gala

With glamorous gowns, flowing cocktails and sparkling energy, a gala is unlike any other networking event you are going to attend. Not to mention the greater investment because of the higher ticket price. The good news is that there is also a much greater return if you know how to network effectively at a black tie event. I see so many people make mistakes that make them look naïve and even out…

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