Creative Inspiration: Pillow Decor :)

My inspiration from yesterday was decor, specifically, Pillows.  I was at Home Sense and I loved the variety of ideas they have there, but my smile widened when I went into the Pillow section.

There was so much variety in colour, design, texture and style.  What I loved most is that I got inspired, as I will relate a E.O.T.D (eye of the day) based off of these images that I captured for inspiration!

Take a look below:

Next time you are looking for Makeup or any kind of inspiration, open your eyes, you never know where or when it will be right in front of you :)

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Product to Try: Marc Anthony True Professional Easy Lites

These posts relating to this topic are and will be pretty simple, I pick a product that I want to try.  The products will be chosen for the following reason:

1. Products or things that I have seen and want to try
2. Heard about from friends or in the industry
3. Trend setting item

This way, I get to have a part two of the blog with me having ample time with the product and providing a realistic review.

I heard about this unique product from the Marc Anthony True Professional line, that would give your hair highlights by using a flat iron.  A few sprays, saturate the hair, flat iron for several swipes and voilà, highlights achieved.

I did grow up in the late 90's and therefore cannot help to compare it to a similar product called Sun-In, the only difference here is you rely on the Sun and the heat to alter the colour of your hair naturally.

I am excited to try it and see if I can achieve at-home ombre highlights.

The product snapshot is below and it is called Easy Lites:

Courtesy of:  http://www.marcanthony.com/products/easy-lites-lightening-highlight 

We shall check back and I will post the Part 2 blog post here.

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Sunday Smiles :)

This post idea has been pushed aside for the last little while but today I thought it was the perfect time for me to bring it back!

Here are my smiles for the week:

• Spending time with the Family
• Watching a little baby dance to songs by Drake
• Trying  Java Chip Frappuccino® from Starbucks - so delish!
• Working an amazing TIFF 2012 Event this weekend

Hope you all had a great week!

Always Smile :) Sand

Lifestyle: Spending time with the Family

This is just a simple post on spending time with family and how important it to prioritize that time with the family.  After a busy week, I am lucky I got to spend time with the cousins and share with them how their summer has been and just overall get a chance to see them. I have a very large family and I appreciate the time I get to spend with each of them. 

Always Smile :) - Sand

TIFF 2012 - Lights, Camera, Action!

TIFF 2012 is upon us and the city is buzzing with Canadian and Hollywood celebs!  This is a great opportunity to watch amazing Independent films at the beginning stages before it becomes a box-office success!

This weekend there will be some amazing events happening and I will be sharing some fun photos and events I will be attending, so stay tuned.

In the meantime, check out the details at:  http://tiff.net/

Courtesy of:  www.tiff.net

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Braids? Who knew - Fall 2012 Hair Trend

Now growing up in the early 80's and being South Asian, it was very common for girls in my family, during this era, to have their hair done in either a single braid or 2 braids.  

For me it was painful being in class and watching all the other girls with their hair flowing, decorated by pretty hair pins or headbands, and here I was with my hair pulled back into braids.  For me, braids represented restriction and therefore I begged to have my hair cut, and in time my parents gave in, and no more braids.

Fast forward to the present and braids are the hair-du-jour!  Who knew?  Now they reflect free flowing form and whimsical fun.  Therefore, I am falling back in love with braids from the creative, cute, funky and sexy ways to wear them.  

I compiled a few pics that I am in love with and would love to try! Hopefully once my hair gets a little longer :)

Look 1:  

The Snake braid which looks complex but is a simple twist on a regular braid.

Check out the great tutorial by clicking here or on the pic!

Look 2:

The Chain braid, 2 versions on this creative look!

An amazing Makeup artist and now amazing hair art! Click here.

Look 3: 
The Bridal braided bun, I love how pretty, effortless and beautiful this look is.

Such a pretty look for a bride or bridesmaids, click here for more inspiration.

Once I get a handle on the length and technique, I will share some of my own attempts.  Enjoy the inspiration!

Always Smile :)  - Sand

Yummy Food - Vacay Post

I am going to try to post on my blog, at least once a week, food related posts.  I will share and showcase delicious food that I have enjoyed out and recipes that I love making at home.  This will be fun for me to share my love of food, share a variety of things I like, new things I have tried and good old favourites.  The beauty of all of this will be captured in words and of course photos!

This week I wanted to post pics of yummy food that I had on my vacation in the Dominican Republic.  As with most resorts, the food is available at all hours, and of course offered in Buffet Style for main meals.  Since I have to be careful with what I eat due to stupid  acquired food allergies, I made sure I picked food I was familiar with and are from my favourite category: CARBS! Lol.

Please enjoy the pics below:

Lunch on the first day, pasta was incredible :)

Dinner was almost gone till I realized I forgot to take a pic ;)

Breakfast in general will always be my fave in any country! :)

Mexican Restaurant in the DR!  Nachos & cheese w/ the view of the Beach

One Word:  Guacamole! 

This was a filling meal:  Chicken Mole, Taco chips, Coleslaw with Steak

Breakfast of Champions: Potatoes, Cheese, Bacon AND pancakes! :)

One of many reasons why all inclusive vacations are great, is that you get to enjoy a lot of various cuisines at once!  Many more Food and Recipe posts to come!

Always Smile :)  - Sand