Cosmetics Goliath Sephora opened not one, but TWO brand new locations today.
The company's newly opened stores in Vancouver's Pacific Center and Coquitlam Center locations opened to much anticipation and fanfare this morning, with long lines of women anxious to get inside and spend their hard earned dollars, crawling for blocks in the case of the downtown Vancouver location.
I arrived at Sephora's Pacific Center location at 1 pm, ready and rarin' to go.
I spoke with Sephora Canada's Vice President, Marie-Christine Marchives yesterday as part of my pre-grand opening tour of the new Pacific Centre location. Because Sephora is scheduled to open three new stores within a mere few months of each other (as I said before, two opening on the same day), I had to ask, why Vancouver (or BC), why 3 stores, and why now?
"It was actually just a matter of very good timing. When we are looking to open a new store, we are looking for 2 things; good location, and enough space to accomodate us, a minimum of 5000 sq. feet on one floor. These three BC spaces simply happened to fit that criteria, and all were brought to our attention almost at the same time. We're very lucky."
The Pacific Center store is a whopping 7,452 square feet of pure beauty bliss. With 13,000 products from more than 200 brands including the Sephora Collection, we found typically hard to find brands normally reserved for the online domain like Urban Decay, Bliss, Cargo, Philosophy, Josie Maran, Hard Candy, and Kat Von D's ultra cool line of cosmetics, sold exclusively at Sephora.
Product is showcased in gorgeous open displays, and guests are encouraged to 'try, test and play' before they buy. I asked Marie-Christine what she thought were the three best reasons to shop at Sephora; "The enormous variety allows so much freedom of choice, brand exclusivity, and the newness and trend factor of a wide variety of the products that we carry are definitely the top 3 reasons to shop at Sephora." (Sephora is the exclusive distributor of 60 Nail Candy OPI colors.)
Sephora operates approximately 1000 stores in 12 countries worldwide, with a rapidly expanding base of over 220 stores across North America.
Sephora's Here!
Shop MAC Cosmetics Friends & Family Event!
Makeup giant MAC is having a friends & family event, only everyone is included!
From now through Thursday, June 18th, get 25% off virtually the entire MAC website. The only exclusion thus far are Viva Glam products.
This offer is only available for online shopping, and applies to orders shipping to the U.S. and Canada. Use code SUMO at checkout to see the price reflected before checking out.
Lily Allen is the New Face of Chanel Handbags
So why Lily?
Karl says, “She’s fun!”
Rock & Republic Launches Cosmetics Line
The collection includes 10 categories with pressed powder, bronzer, eye and lip colors, and to-die-for brushes made from goat hair, sable and pony hair. The one thing missing from the line is foundation - replaced by a tinted primer and a tinted illuminizer.
The illuminizer (which sells for $48) allows for a luminous finish, with the help of light-diffusing polymers, and the primer (available for $46) has an SPF of 20, and gives a light matte finish.
The packaging is absolutely amazing. Each product is made from luxurious materials, such as silber, black patent leather, and swarovski crystals.
Great Idea!
CARGO's blu_ray
I recently had the opportunity to try out Cargo's new blu_ray line of cosmetics.
The blu_ray line was actually created for make up artists working in high definition film.
I tried the blu_ray™ High Definition Mattifier, and fell in love with it! It's a luxurious, silky liquid skin "mattifier" that can be applied either over or under makeup to refine pores, minimize lines, and condition for a polished look. It comes out of the tube like a liquid, but quickly turns into a smooth, silky powder once it hits the skin. We found that it fills in tiny lines and pores, for a flawless finish.
I also tried the blu_ray Mascara, and really liked it. Instead of having a brush for application, this mascara comes with a 'comb' that perfectly coats and separates each lash. There was no clumping or blobs of mascara at the end of the wand. 
CARGO's Classic Lip Gloss features a strip that remembers when a product was first opened and alerts you when it is no longer wise to use it. Simply insert the Timestrip™ into the cap and it is immediately activated. As the months go by the Timestrip™ window gradually turns red and, when the entire window is red, it is time to replace your gloss. Being the type of person who doesn't throw make up out until it's well past it's expiry date...this comes in VERY handy for me. The gloss also has a fresh minty scent that I really liked.
Get 8 FREE Natural and Organic beauty samples with any Sephora.com purchase. Enter code NATURALBAG at checkout. *while supplies last.
Purchase a pink NoNo (sku 1114271) and receive 2 free buffers and 5 blades (2 long3 short). Enter code NONO at checkout.
Receive a FREE deluxe sample of Fresh Umbrian Clay Face Treatment with any merchandise purchase. Enter code FRESH at checkout.
Get the Vera Wang Princess Deluxe mini set when you buy a 3.4 oz Princess Eau De Toilette at Sephora.com! Enter code PRINCESS at checkout.
Buy Philosophy’s Amazing Grace Spray 4-oz and get a FREE 4-oz Bath & Shower Gel at Sephora.com! Enter code GRACE at checkout.
Joe Fresh Beauty
Loblaw Companies Ltd. (Owner of the Superstore) and Joe Fresh Style are launching an inspired collection of stylish and well-priced cosmetics appropriately named Joe Fresh Beauty.
The ambitious range of face, lip and eye products will be available starting mid March '09 in over 250 stores across Canada. Visit www.joe.ca/beauty for specific locations.
Joe Mimran, Creative Director, Joe Fresh Style, says "The approach we've used with the fashion collection translates beautifully to cosmetics. We want to dress our customers from head to toe and that includes make-up. For us, it's always about value, style and quality."
The collection has been created to be comparable to prestige lines that are frequently used by make-up artists, found in department stores and boutiques nationwide. Every item, from cheek tint to fine tip liquid eyeliner, is designed to have superior wearability and long lasting coverage.
The Joe Fresh Beauty collection features prices ranging from $4-8 for make-up and $2-16 for brushes and accessories.
Celebrity Beauty
The one and only SALMA HAYEK is sharing some of the secrets behind her youthful looks. Word on the street is that she's developing a range of anti-aging cosmetics.
Sephora's Coming! Sephora's Coming!
Yes Ladies...it's true. No more rumours, the cosmetics Goliath also known as Sephora is coming to the fair cities of Vancouver, Coquitlam and Burnaby.
The rumours have been flying for months, and FINALLY last weekend as I was wandering through Coquitlam Center, I saw the giant "Coming Soon...Sephora" wall with my own eyes. No more rumours...no more unsubstantiated innuendo. WE'RE GETTING SEPHORA. My knees weakened, I felt all flush...I had to sit down. The best news of all? The Sephora in Coquitlam Center, is going to be right across the way from H&M!! I think I'm going to faint....
Swapstyle!
This is just so cool that I just HAVE to share.
It’s a little known website called Swapstyle and it’s a fashion swapping website for women. What a cool idea! Kind of like eBay, but free! On Swapstyle, we can swap clothes, shoes, and accessories, with women from just about anyplace on the globe, at any time of the day or night, for FREE!
Swapping, selling or buying on Swapstyle is absolutely free. There is a small “verification” fee of $10, which most people opt in for, as it promotes honesty on the site.
Click here to join Swapstyle now!
E.L.F. Cosmetics
Hey Ladies! Here's a great recession-proof beauty
tip:
E.L.F. Cosmetics (E.L.F. stands for Eyes. Lips. Face) is probably one of THE most affordable and trendiest makeup collections around. Not only is their makeup line continually changing to reflect the season's hottest makeup trends, it's also SUPER-affordable.
A huge number of the products available at E.L.F. Cosmetics is just ONE DOLLAR. I found e.l.f. totally by fluke a couple of years ago, and bought my first e.l.f. lip gloss for one dollar. Back then, I didn’t realize how big a deal this one dollar lip gloss was. Eye shadow? $1.00. Mascara? $1.00. They even have a build-your-own eye shadow compact, making it super easy to combine your favorites on the cheap.
With literally hundreds of colors, textures, and products to choose from, most at a buck each, E.L.F. makes it easy to try the new spring trends. And right now, the most affordable makeup line on the planet just got more affordable.
Check out the E.L.F. discount codes below to save even more!
Receive A FREE Restaurant Gift Card & a FREE Movie Ticket With Any $20 Purchase. Use Code DINE.
All Mineral makeup 25% Off! Use Coupon Code EGMINERALC With Any Order Of $25.
PEDICURE KIT
Hey Ladies!
L'OREAL'S TRUE MATCH FOUNDATION
I'd been looking for a decent foundation that wouldn't strangle my wallet for some time. I started seeing those commercials for L'Oreal's True Match product, and one day while in Wal-mart (don't say anything), I actually bought one.
Now, I have fairly dark skin, and the shade that I bought blended really well. I found the product itself to be great at coverage, especially for those undereye circles that we sometimes get.
I've just run out (again) and seriously, I'm about to buy my 4th bottle. I really do like this stuff, and I think I've tried just about everything.
JESSICA SIMPSON
Jessica Simpson has stopped production of her Dessert Cosmetics and Sweet Kisses clothing line.
Simpson is however adding a line of dresses, luggage, and believe it or not...bedding to her current collections of perfume, shoes, hair extentions and handbags. The dress collection will feature an ambitious 45 styles ranging in price from $108 to $148, and is scheduled to hit Macy’s and JessicaSimpsonCollection.com in March.
BABY PHAT HANDBAGS
Baby Phat handbags! Now buy one, get one half off!
FREE MAKARI Cosmetic Bag!
SEPHORA GIFT WITH PURCHASE
50% OFF AT eLUXURY!
This is an amazing deal!
4 Days Only! President's Day Weekend Sale! Take an extra 50% off all sale apparel!
Take an extra 50% OFF all sale apparel for women, men, and kid's.* Featuring brands like Dior, Fendi, Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, D&G Dolce & Gabbana, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and many, many more. Plus, enjoy free ground shipping on orders of $50 or more!
MAC TEAMS UP WITH HELLO KITTY!
This has to be one of the most anticipated makeup collections of the Spring season and it is finally available online! MAC Cosmetic's Hello Kitty Collection is sure to impress us with it's adorable packaging and bold colors.
JaLa DESIGNS!
Hey Ladies!
E.L.F. Inaugural Sale!
Hey Ladies!
Post Holiday Giveaway #4!
Okay...so the Christmas Season is finally over. It's back to a regular work schedule. Gone are the Christmas trees and related decorations, and the gifts have all been opened...or have they?This, our third Post-Holiday Giveaway is a Betsey Johnson Handbag, valued at $395.00!
BRING IT IN A BAG!
Looking for something earth friendly yet stylin' to present your next gift in? Why not try Bring It In A Bag?
ission. Made of recyclable materials, Bring It In A Bag products are designed to be used time and time again, helping us all do our part to save planet earth. Their unique designs and variety of shapes and sizes make it easy to find a bag that reflects your personal style and needs. No more plastic or paper needed!
ANNABELLE COSMETICS
Now...until recently, I wasn't a big fan of eyeliner mostly because it's been really difficult to find one that isn't so dry that putting it on doesn't turn into an excersize in self-mutilation.
If you can find this product at your local make up counter...BUY IT. It's so well worth the six bucks.
MAC Cosmetics
YAY!!! The Holiday Season is fast approaching, and MAC has just launched it's newest Holiday Collection. I look forward to this every year.
Sephora's Friends and Family 20% Discount!!
Hey Girls...SUPER SCOOP!
Sephora is offering a Friends & Family discount of 20% off purchases. Use code FF2007 at checkout. This is the first coupon of this kind that I've seen from Sephora, so this would be the time to stock up! Shipping is free on orders over $50 with coupon code FIFTY, but these two coupons may not be combined.
Check out these great deals while you're there:
Bare Escentuals Mega Bonus: 10 Day Sample at Sephora! Enter code 10DAY at checkout.
FREE cocktail ring at Sephora!
Get a free Clinique sample while supplies last. Enter code CLINIQUE2 at checkout!
OUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS...
Hey Girls;
Whether you tweeze, wax or thread, we all need the occasional touch up from time to time. Enter Benefit Cosmetics Browzings! It comes complete with all the tools we need for clean, smooth, perfect brows. Also comes in 3 shades; light, medium, dark. What more could we possibly ask for?
White House / Black Market
Hey Girls;
Right now, when you sign up for White House/Black Market's newsletter, you'll receive a coupon code for 10% off your first purchase! White House / Black Market is the shopping choice of Michelle Obama, who has been seen in their dresses on The View, and Entertainment Tonight. It might take a couple of days to receive the code, but you'll get it. It expires on August 3rd, so hurry!
Head on over and sign up now!
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