Weekend 'Body Shop' Haul and GIVEAWAY!

Hey guys, this is what I got this weekend... my body shop craving was at all time high and with awesome (3 for 30$, 4 for 40$...) discounts going on I grabbed my favourite one's for just CAD25.00.

This was a great saving and I am loving the new body mist, I tried for the first time, to the core!

I got the Moringa body mist with moringa extract and sugarcane essence and it is DELICIOUS!
Also got Chocomania shower cream that is oh-so-chocolaty in all the good ways possible!
Got a re fill of the Nutriganics foaming facial wash and
Fig and Rosemary shower gel for Earth lovers!

Join the GIVEAWAY now...

What is your favorite Body shop buy? Have you tried the Moringa body mist?

I will be giving away a $10 gift card for the Body shop to one lucky reader, so they can try the Moringa Body mist or spend it towards a purchase of their favorite supplies from the body shop. To join this giveaway, follow stylescribbles via google friend connect, if you don't already and hit like on the facebook page.
A lucky reader will be chosen randomly on the 15th of May 2013 and will be notified via email about their gift.

Please note, this is not a subscribed giveaway and the gift will be bought by me personally for the reader.

DIY: Padded Clothes Hanger

I did this little DIY day before because I was in need of a bit fancy/ padded hanger to shoot a few garment pics on. The hanger came out a bit droopy at the shoulders, but is fine for strappy dresses I guess. I wasn't fully happy with the outcome, as I needed it for photographs, but if you are looking for cute additions for your wardrobe or just want to make those wire hangers prettier, this is the DIY you might want to try.

Also the fact that I didn't need to buy or source anything from outside makes it worth the while. I spent around 15-20 mins and it was done. The hanger I used was a wire hanger I got with my drycleaning, the cotton pads are the 'Dove' make up remover pads, the wlite tissue is a roll from the dollar store that I had some left from around Christmas, also I wrapped it in a rough piece of cotton cloth to add some bulk . Other than these, you just need scissors, scotch tape and maybe transparent glue.
Below is a step by step picture description of what I did and how...



I started by taping 2 cotton swabs together on the sides of the hanger, after I bent the hanger to get the desired curved look, as available in the market...



A detailed photo of the first two swabs taped over the hanger



finished with 2X3=6 swabs taped to a side



added 2 cotton swabs from the bottom to the far corners and then placed 2 extra on top to give extra padding at the ends of the hanger...



Also taped 2 cotton pads to the top most part, here's the tissue I used to wrap around



Covered the hanger with a rag, left over piece of cotton, if you like it, you can use a long strip of printed cotton fabric as the final wrapping too...

Etsy Shop updates

New Item added:

RUNWAY INSPIRED GOTH STUDDED SCARF
We were so inspired by the fall/winter 2013 runways and Isabel Marant that we did our own version of the studded scarf to match our style and budget!
get the look at our Etsy store and flaunt your style this year!

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Arden Reed

THE TAILOR TRUCK
 

I know stylescribbles is mostly a girl's hangout but today's post is for all the stylish men in your lives! Arden Reed is hitting the road and will be travelling across US with a 3D body scanner fitted in the truck. So if you are a man frustrated and unsatisfied with your office wardrobe, this is the good karma that is coming back towards you. Make sure to be there when they are in your neighbourhood and you can get 007's killer looks with the perfect fit.

They say, a suit only looks as good as the wearer, Arden Reed believes in making sure you look good in your suit. With a custom fitting for every piece you buy, these will be the clothes you cherish for a lifetime.

From a humble beginning, born out of necessity, Arden Reed is redefining the future of fashion and the importance of fitting in men's wear. Every month Arden Reed designs new complete outfits for the professional man. So do not miss out on this chance to get a better, more fashionable wardrobe that reflects your personality and uplifts your style.

Show your support in redefining men's fashion by backing their Tailor Truck project, here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1674251651/the-tailor-truck-with-3d-body-scanning-the-future

The 'Tailor Truck' will be up and running by the end of May 2013 and will start its journey from Phoenix, covering LA, San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston, DC before finally ending at NYC.

Also, if you would like to add your city to the route, message them and visit their PAGE to show your support, invite friends and family to join in the campaign!

Here's a little peek inside what's in store for you at the 'Tailor Truck'



The Truck currently under construction will come fitted with a 3D body scanner. It will take 16 points of measurements as well as a body profile scan. The body scan will be overlaid with a CAD design of your suit ensuring a fit like no other.

Also visit their site for more updates and custom clothing, here: http://ardenreed.com

Take a look at the Preview Video for 'The Tailor Truck' here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1674251651/1746767871?token=26db41e9

This is a sponsored post, powered by BrandBacker
any reviews and comments expressed about the product are unbiased and my own.

Revlon Selects

The Runway Collections for Revlon

A quick post today, telling you about the surprise package I received from Revlon Canada today. With summer playing hide and seek and winter determined to stay, the days are getting warmer slower than snail's pace. Sometimes on days like these, all a girl needs is a pretty little package waiting for her by the door.

Revlon Selects surprised me with these nail art products I can't wait to try out. P.S. I was gonna go out hunting for the perfect nude shade this weekend and had been dying to try Revlon 3D nail art stickers.

Haven't yet used them properly, really just received them, but tried out a finger each and here's what I felt...
The nail enamels dry pretty fast, always a plus! The nude shade is awesome, 1 coat is enough if you are in a rush. The metallic shade does look pretty cool as it changes color with the play of light, it needs 2 coats for proper shine and is also quick to dry. The nail are is 3D and very easy to use, it comes with it's own little applicator/ filer. The 3D art does not require any drying time so good to go as soon as you dab it on your nail.

All in all, I am super happy with this gift box. Loved all three products and can't wait to use them all up! Thank you Revlon Canada!xx


P.S. Please don't mind the boyish square nails and the not so focused cell phone clicked pictures, due to utter excitement!

Spring Style guide

What are you wearing this spring?

Spring Style guide by stylescribbles featuring an alexander mcqueen shirt

VILA sleeveless blouse
$35 - welikefashion.com

Alexander mcqueen shirt
$955 - farfetch.com

Sleeveless top
$18 - selectfashion.co.uk

Lipsy
$53 - lipsy.co.uk

House Of Holland houses in holland
$180 - harrods.com

Sophie hulme
matchesfashion.com

Juicy Couture striped shorts
stylebop.com

Green shirt
pinterest.com

BA STAR Smoky Eye Shadow Palettes

Today I have a new product I would like to introduce you all to, an affordable range combined with a great discount, this is in my top 5 new products to try (and buy) list and if you are as crazy about eye makeup as me, should most certainly be in yours too!

I got to know this brand via Brand Backer and am excited to announce that BA STAR is offering Style Scribbles readers a 50% off on purchase! Just enter the code BBSMOKY at BASTAR.com upon check-out.

Each palette contains 3 high pigment matte eye shadows and 2 gel glitter highlighters to achieve the perfect effect. They come in 4 different color combinations namely, Smoky, Natural, Pretty N Pink and True Blue. I love how the little case has a brush with a swab end as well.

I am yet to try these and with just $8.75 per palette combined with the above mentioned discount, these are going to be in my makeup closet before the end of the week!

Visit http://www.bastar.com/ for more bling, make up kits and other cool stuff!
Until then, B-A-star, BE Awesome. xx


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any reviews and comments expressed about the product are unbaised and my own.

Monday Morning Blues

What does your Monday look like? Are you modern chic or retro punk? Smiling with a sunny glow or frowning at the Monday blues? Whatever your style, get inspired to flaunt it with confidence and look smashing even on a gloomy Monday Morning!

What does your Monday look like? by stylescribbles on polyvore.com

Behind the lens in TO

*Coming SOON*

We at StyleScribbles are growing and in the effort we are encouraging local talent from TO to join hands with us and capture fashion & style. Starting with some great photographers who will be featured regularly on our blog, we are launching 'behind the lens in TO' an extension to our current section 'Style Closet'. A new version of the good old OOTD posts, we will capture your style statement and show it off to the world!

  Keep a look out on our blog for a sneak peak, introduction to the photographers involved and some great fashion inspirations from the streets of Toronto.

You never know, maybe it is your style that gets featured on StyleScribbles next. Until then, Be Yourself! Be Awesome!!

April Update:

We are still in the process of collecting materials for the new section and unfortunately we have not yet found enough photographers and material to post on the blog, hence we will be delaying the launch of 'Behind the Lens..' for now.
We will keep you posted with details of the launch.

DIY Men's Shirt

Fashion DIY of the WEEK

I had an old shirt of S in the closet that had been well worn and seen it's days and I was keen on making a reconstructed top using it. Since plaid is so in this season and this shirt had a beautiful color combination, it gave me the perfect slate to work with.

I started by cautiously cutting out the sleeves, cuffs and collar close to the seams, so as to leave a neat edge and not waste fabric as you never know when you might need a spare inch that got wasted away.

Next, I cut out the back yoke, again close to the seam, cut a straight line in the front matching the back yoke, all this while keeping the shirt buttoned up in the front.

Then I placed some tucks in the front pieces to adjust the width to my size, as I was looking for a slim fit around the chest and made a big box pleat at the center back, stitching it down till the waist length. This gave me a fitted upper silhouette and flare at the bottom. I had to remove the top most button to get the piping and finishing done neatly, I am yet to attach it back, my laziness gets the better of me at times.

The top rests right below the hip and so flares out beautifully. Then I cut out straps for the shoulders using the fabric from a sleeve that I saved before, also made an extra flare for the front using fabric from the second sleeve and making two triangular panels diagonally, stitching them in a cut I made in the front panels.

I used the cuffs as a design detail, attaching them at the sides and used the collar for the neck. I opened up the collar stitched its label inside out, that gives it character and stitched it sitting over the front panels like a necklace. I used the fabric from the yoke that I had cut out earlier for piping and finishing details.

The whole rugged feel and character it gets from an old worn out shirt makes it even beautiful. It goes perfectly with fitted denims or shorts and will be a staple in my wardrobe this summer. It was a shirt I gifted S years back and I am happy it got this makeover rather than going in the trash!

Happy DIY'ing everyone! Be Yourself! Be Awesome!xx

The Best Oscar Looks of 2013

Looks we are still drooling over...

And the one's that didn't settle well with our fashion philosophy... Sadly!

All pics taken from Style.com