Are You Holiday Ready?

Hello friend,

The holiday season creeps up fast. It never ceases to amaze how we can flip from Jack-o-lanterns and fall colours to winter greenery and holly, just like that. If your neighbour is already stringing lights across the porch, you’re probably starting to feel the impending panic of holiday mayhem! The good news is, we have some antidotes for your anxiety.

This week in the newsletter we recommend three items to add to your wardrobe now with huge mix and match potential to take you through holiday party season; we recommend three luxurious nail salons for your holiday mani/pedi’s; Tonia gives you some tips on what to keep in the pantry to whip up something wonderful should surprise guests show up at the door; we point you towards a sanctuary of calm for a wellness reset before the holiday rush; and we encourage you to put a bow on it with a Toronto institution that specializes in ribbon.  

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Enjoy!

This look by one of our favourite influencers, @alexandra.e.style, inspired the holiday vibe we put together with three pieces to add to your wardrobe now.

We’ve put together a list of holiday food essentials to stock up on for all your entertaining needs. Follow the list and watch how hassle-free entertaining can be!

If you don’t think this looks like a nail salon, that’s the point. Come for a drink and conversation and have your nails done to perfection.

Imagine the gift-wrapping possibilities when you have 50,000 ribbons from which to choose! This Toronto institution exists to help you create better.

Take a day and come hide here. We won’t tell anyone! This wellness retreat in the city will make you feel like you are far, far away.

Watch this space for five quick things to make your life a little richer.

Aynsley loves to make her own planters for the holidays. This year, she will be consulting @thewreathcoach for tips on creating the perfect seasonal look.

Looking for something new to watch? Tonia just finished Disclaimer and is still affected by the story and the incredible acting of Cate Blanchett.

Holidays and cocktails (or beautiful mocktails) go hand in hand, this Rosemary Paloma Sour will definitely be getting some play this year!

Here is a cozy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup recipe to have ready in the fridge (or freezer) when things get busy and you need a fast, yummy meal!

Here is a list of Holiday Party Mistakes to avoid as a guest, from the Queen of Entertaining herself, Martha Stewart.

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Did you miss last week’s newsletter? You can find it here.