Spring 2013
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This season’s five MUST HAVE products. sPRing saVORies A fresh smoked salmon & cucumber appetizer recipe.
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Spring Essentials Brighten up your wardrobe with a pop of colour. Beautiful new styles of scarves, dresses, tops and accessories.
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On My Radar Spring Lust List
The five fabulous products you need for the season.
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Arm Candy Spring Statement
Five colourful trends to boost your wardrobe.
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Earl Grey Shortbread Bites
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This limited edition set of pastel shades is the perfect combination of this season’s hot colours. Lise Watier Quatuor Pastel Power Quartet; londondrugs.com. $36.
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CITY STYLE I’m constantly toting a laptop, iPad and client files from one place to the next. With this bag I’ll be carrying them in style. Office City Bag; zara.com. $99.90.
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MONOGRAM MANIA Two of this season’s most popular trends are the chevron print and monogramming. With this scarf I’ll have both bases covered. Monogrammed Infinity Scarf; Monkey See Boutique on etsy.com. $28.
STATEMENT DECOR I’m loving the curves that have been hand-carved into this tree stump. Sanded to a silky finish, it makes the perfect side table for your smaller seating area. Group a few together for a show-stopping coffee table. 18 Karat Wooden Stump Table; poshshop.co. $315.
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While I don’t always have a lot of time to prepare gourmet meals, when I am cooking I like to do it in style, and these reclaimed wood cutting boards fit the bill. Tack Woodwork & Design; sprucecollective.com. From $38.
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Spring’s arrival brings with it a desire to be outdoors enjoying the fresh air and gazing at nature’s array of colours. Unfortunately, our West Coast weather doesn’t always cooperate and we find ourselves spending more time indoors than we would like. Simply by switching out a few easy home decor accessories, you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature, both inside and out. Photos taken at POSH in Morgan Crossing
CHANGE YOUR ACCENT PILLOWS Freshen up your room with pops of bold colours and patterns on accent pillows. They’re affordable and easy to change when you tire of them. BIRDS & BOXWOOD A well-placed, beautifully styled vignette featuring classic Boxwood shrubs and aviaries evoke a feeling of walking through an English garden.
BRING ON THE BLOOMS Bouquets of fresh, seasonal flowers displayed throughout your space will brighten your decor and your day.
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Locally owned and operated, The Bone & Biscuit Co. has recently opened their doors in The Brickyard Station in Cloverdale. Specializing in natural nutrition, the boutique is filled with treats, toys and accessories for your canine and feline family members. Owner, Andrea Peters, has over a decade of experience with raw food and holistic pet care. “The foundation of good health is nutrition and that begins the moment you bring your pet home.” In addition to natural nutrition, The Bone & Biscuit Co. offers solutions for pets with allergies as well as supplements, bakery treats and an extensive line of chew toys. They also offer a Biscuit Bucks Loyalty Program and bulk buying discounts for those using raw food. The staff invite you to come in for a visit…leashed humans also welcome!
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SPRING Shades of Spring Dust this on your skin for a lovely spring glow. Bobbi Brown Brightening Finishing Powder; murale.ca. $58.
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Fresh florals blend seamlessly with mysterious green notes creating a fragrance reminding you that flowers are not only beautiful, they can be dangerous. Balenciaga Florabotanica Perfume; thebay.com. $90.
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A Pop of Pink Light and soft, this colour gives you a pretty spring glow. A wearable colour anyone can pull off. Maybelline Color Whisper in Petal Rebel; maybelline.ca. $10.99
Go-To Nail Colour No one does pink better than Essie. This is a go-to shade for Spring 2013. With so many pinks in their line-up you are bound to find the perfect spring hue for your fingers and toes. Essie in No Pre-nup; londondrugs.com. $9.99
Easy Colour New Chubby Sticks glide easily onto your lids and last all day. Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tint for Eyes; clinique.com. $19.
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estled under the trees in Fort Langley you’ll find Infusion BouTEAque, a tea merchant that is anything but typical. “We offer a one-of-a-kind experience,” says Jason Turner. “With the ever-growing culture surrounding tea, Pamela and I wanted to create an environment where people can learn, taste and experience new teas in an intimate setting.” With over 275 varieties from all over the world regularly in stock, co-owners Jason and Pamela are able to find the perfect blend for everyone from the budding enthusiast to the experienced connoisseur. For the purists at heart you’ll find a selection of single source as well as blended teas from all over the world. “Our steeping process is distinct in that we steep each cup individually using the BREWT, an ingenious infuser that provides a quality cup of tea efficiently,” notes Jason. “The absolute creme de la creme of the shop is the Teapresso machine that allows us to brew the best tea lattes and iced teas in the Fraser Valley. If you find yourself overwhelmed, Infusion BouTEAque offers instructional classes where you can learn, not only about the history of tea and the varieties available, but about how tea is being incorporated into the foodie world. “The interactive classes are fun and offer participants a chance to really taste the difference between teas,” comments Pamela Karrer. “Think of it like a wine and food pairing evening without the concern of how to drive home.” Infusion BouTEAque is located in the Fort Mall in historic Fort Langley, B.C. Open seven days a week.
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EARL GREY SHORTBREAD BITES 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tbsp finely ground Earl Grey black tea leaves (use rolling pin or pestle and mortar) 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup unsalted room temperature butter 1/2 cup sugar 1-1/2 tbsp finely grated lemon zest Sift flour, Earl Grey and salt together in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix butter, sugar, and lemon zest on medium speed until pale and fluffy. Reduce speed to low and slowly add flour mixture until the ingredients are combined. Do not over mix. Divide the dough in half. Wrap each half in saran wrap and then place in fridge for about half an hour. Preheat oven to 350°F. Take out the first half of dough and place between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll dough out to about 1/3 of an inch thickness. Using a cookie cutter cut shapes from dough, and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Do the same for the second half of dough. Bake cookies for about 14 minutes or until edges become golden, making sure to rotate the baking sheet about half way through. Let cool and sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar if desired. Please note that these cookies taste even better a few days after they’ve been baked.
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Stack ‘em up and pile ‘em on! When it comes to bracelets, there is no limit. We like mixing textures and styles to create a look unique to our personality. Throw in a fantastic watch and you’re ready to rock. A TOTAL HOOT The Owl trend is still hot for spring and these spring-loaded cuffs make a definite statement. They also made us smile! Owl Cuffs; hunnis.com. $20 each.
A TOUCH OF THE TROPICS We love the bold bursts of colour these bamboo-inspired bangles offer. Stack them together or mix them up with other bracelets for an on-trend look. Julep Bangle; stelladot.com. $19 each.
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LOOK GOOD DO GOOD Look good wearing these inspirational leather cuffs. Feel good because 25 percent of Good Works’ net profits are donated to charitable causes. Come Together bracelet by Good Works; available at La Belle Vie. From $38.
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Spring S DAYTIME LACE Make the sophisticated elegance of lace your new go-to fabric for day wear. Create a daytime look by pairing a lace peasant top with floral printed skinny jeans, or turn up the heat with a pair of black cuffed shorts, a cropped jacket, and killer heels. Lace top available from Joe Fresh. $19.
THE EURO BOX The trend in high fashion Europeanbranded bags is that of a structured top handle box bag. Follow the influence of designers like Givenchy, Gucci or Prada with this bag from MISSCO GIRL. The vibrant lemon with gold metal lock is a must. Available at Love Those Shoes, Cloverdale. $79.
COOL MINT SHADES Refresh and revitalize your look this season with the cool icy shade of mint. This pastel shade is a must for spring, provoking a feminine and girly feel when worn. Select this stunning multi-tiered flowing goddess frock by ARK & Co. available at Muse Social Fashion House, South Surrey.
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Statements These five colourful trends will boost your spirits and your wardrobe.
by Paris Smith Stimuli Fashion Contributor
A BOLD NECKLACE Push the limit with a classic V-neck dress or, as an easy way to make a statement, with a blazer, tee and jeans. These “go big or go home� stone-encrusted looks are everywhere this season. So what are you waiting for? Pick up a CAROLINE HILL piece at Lucy Clothing, Langley.
FLOWER PRINTS Bring your own bouquet to the party as flower power is blooming this season. Choose any floral motif from miniature posy prints all the way to blown up perennials. Select a full-on all-over print dress or pair a skirt with enlarged petals and a sleek chiffon blouse. Available at Le Chateau. $49.95.
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Spring Savories
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1 English cucumber, sliced diagonally 1 - 85g package Ocean-Wise™ Smoked Salmon Lox 1/2 tub spreadable cream cheese 1/4 cup greek yogurt 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1/4 red onion, sliced into small rings 4 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped Fresh dill sprigs for garnish
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In a food processor or clean coffee grinder, pulverize the chives until they are mush. Stir into yogurt and set aside. Stir together cream cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice 1 teaspoon at a time to your taste. I used 3 teaspoons of lemon juice – but I like lemon! Spread 1 teaspoon of lemon cream cheese onto the cucumber. Roll a small piece of salmon lox and place it on the cucumber. Lay a small ring of onion on top of the salmon. Place a small dollop of chive cream on top of the onion. Top with a sprig of dill. Serve immediately. by Linda Horn, Stimuli Contributor (with a little help from Iva Zima)
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