
Fashion & Beauty: 4 Back-to-school trends for kids
August 21, 2020
Back to school might look a little different this year, but keeping your little pupil stylish doesn't have to change! There are lots of great patt...
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Fashion & Beauty: Late summer bathing suit trends
July 30, 2020
There's still loads of sunbathing and pool time left this summer, and perhaps you've realized, after a few weeks of strategically hiding the o...
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Fashion & Beauty: 5 Rules to follow when buying clothes online
June 19, 2020
Stores and malls have started reopening, but many of us are still buying necessities online. With summer basically already here, many of us are turnin...
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Fashion & Beauty: Media host Natasha Gargiulo launches Natasha by Artizan: Her first-ever capsule collection!
May 11, 2020
Media host and Montreal entrepreneur Natasha Gargiulo recently launched Natasha by Artizan, her first-ever capsule collection. The collection is curat...
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Fashion & Beauty: 2020 Trends you can buy from home
May 07, 2020
Just because we are social distancing from each other doesn't mean we have to stay distanced from gorgeous new spring fashion trends! From bold co...
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Fashion & Beauty: L’Oréal Paris announces 2020 Women of Worth Honourees
February 28, 2020
L’Oréal Paris Canada announced via a media release the remarkable recipients of its fourth annual Women of Worth program. Each year, the ...
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Fashion & Beauty: Intense Blush and Full Coverage Gloss at Sephora.com
February 07, 2020
Sephora.com recently announced some exciting new launches hitting their website, according to a media release.
Kat Von D Beauty introduces som...
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Makeup By Marla: Think Pink
February 06, 2020
Even though we are still in the throes of winter, don't despair. Remember the days are slowly getting longer with a subtle hint of Spring. The wor...
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Fashion & Beauty: Dr. Martens celebrates 60th anniversary with launch of the 1460 Remastered Collection
January 30, 2020
According to a media release: The first 1460 boots rolled off the production line on 1st April 1960. They were designed for workers, built to be tough...
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Fashion & Beauty: 4 Fashion trends for 2020 every woman can wear
January 16, 2020
This year is all about bold colours, old-school materials, and timeless styles. Here are 4 fashion trends for 2020 every women can wear:
Crochet. F...
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Best of 2019: Makeup By Marla: Makeup Expiry Inquiry
December 31, 2019
With the welcome arrival of Spring, now is a good time to think about Spring cleaning... and that includes our makeup drawer. It is a perfect time to ...
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Makeup By Marla: Makeup Mess-ups
December 19, 2019
Hey guys, as a segue to the upcoming holidays and to ensure all my readers look their best when making the scene this festive season, I thought it tim...
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Supermom In Training: The perfect gifts for beauty lovers
December 10, 2019
Beauty and fashion lovers are always on the lookout for the latest, greatest, coolest new products... and we've got a few of the best right here. ...
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Makeup By Marla: It's Beginning To Look A lot Like…
October 24, 2019
For those of you who are beginning to put together your holiday gift lists, I thought I would give you some help with an early heads up about some of ...
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Fashion & Beauty: Throwback prints & styles to add to your wardrobe
September 24, 2019
Certain prints and styles come back with vengeance, and going into fall and winter, designers are incorporating all sorts of cool patterns and shapes ...
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Makeup By Marla: Autumn Makeup Preview
September 13, 2019
Fall has certainly arrived, and our makeup blogger Marla has all the latest in makeup for the upcoming season.
Marla xxx
Marla Overlan...
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Fashion & Beauty: Fall fashion and beauty preview
August 01, 2019
Photo courtesy of Guess?
We may still be wearing flipflops and sundresses, but fashion is always looking forward and some fall trends are already b...
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Makeup By Marla: Summer Makeup Trends 2019
July 26, 2019
The balmy weather is in full swing and it is the perfect time to try the season's fun makeup trends for summer 2019! Let me tell you what is on-tr...
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Makeup By Marla: Makeup By Marla At The 2019 Spring L'Oréal Sale
May 02, 2019
Our makeup and beauty blogger Marla recently checked out the mega L'Oreal sale. Check out her insider video of all the amazing deals to be had!
...
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Fashion & beauty: Opening of Antonio Ortega's boutique
April 12, 2019
I. love. clothes. Whether I’m sporting a tunic from La Baie I’ve been obsessed with for two years or rocking a pair of shoes with somethin...
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Makeup By Marla: Marla Visits Morphe
February 14, 2019
Our makeup blogger just got back from a trip to Florida where she took the opportunity while away to film a vlog in the Morphe store in the Aventura M...
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3 Winter kids looks we love
November 06, 2018
Photo: Petit New York
This winter, bright colours are making a major comeback, offsetting the usual humdrum monochromatics of winters past. Everyth...
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Makeup By Marla: My current makeup bag
October 08, 2018
A recurrent question that I've been asked lately is, "Marla, what are the products you use for your everyday makeup routine?" I do admit...
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Makeup By Marla: New 4 Back 2 School
August 30, 2018
Get ready Fall Fashionistas!!... the world of makeup has a lot of amazing goodies in store for us for back to school 2018. Here is the skinny on the n...
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Makeup By Marla: My Light Travel Cosmetic Tips
August 16, 2018
Thinking of weekend getaways to the cottage, road trips and air travel to fun filled destinations? In the warm weather we tend to opt for a more natur...
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Fashion: Hudson's Bay collaborates with THE COLLECTIONS to showcase 12 Canadian designers
August 10, 2018
Hudson’s Bay, and Canadian fashion production and designer management firm, THE COLLECTIONS, recently announced a new collaboration as part of H...
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Makeup By Marla: Prime Time
July 27, 2018
What are you looking for in a good eyeshadow primer? A winning primer needs to be lightweight, non-sticky, quick-drying, and to not have too much colo...
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Makeup By Marla: My Makeup Tips & Hacks
June 28, 2018
Over time I have created or discovered little makeup tricks that work for me and I would like to share them with you. Though some of these tricks may ...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: What do you do with your bra straps?
June 13, 2018
Photo: dillards.com
The official first day of summer is almost here! We have all bought a few of the great new looks for the season. But, how do we...
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Makeup By Marla: Dupes & Scoops
May 30, 2018
Every once in awhile I plan to inform my readers about the newest launches in makeup and also give you a head's up when a company gives out hints ...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Athleisure – What is it and how do we wear it?
May 30, 2018
Athleisure is such a big trend now that it has its own definition in the dictionary. It is defined as a trend in which clothing designed for workouts ...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Maxi dresses
May 16, 2018
Here we are in full spring swing and preparing for those hot summer months. I can’t wait!! There are so many summer fashions to choose from this...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Wardrobe Wednesday is back!
May 02, 2018
It’s officially spring…yahoo! The temperature is finally rising; May flowers are starting to bloom, AND… Wardrobe Wednesday is baa...
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Makeup By Marla: Swing into spring
April 26, 2018
Spring, it may be slow in coming, but we can take solace in knowing that when it does it will be beautiful and so shall you! Therefore now is the perf...
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Makeup By Marla: Spring Marcelle Annabelle Sale
April 10, 2018
Check out this incredible Spring Marcelle Annabelle sale!
Marla xxx
Marla Overland BSW, PSW is a Professional Social Worker in pr...
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Fashion & Beauty: Spring trends for your feet!
March 09, 2018
Photo: Pantherella
Your feet deserve some fashion-forward savvy... so check out these spring trends for your feet!
Pantherella and Scott-Ni...
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Makeup By Marla: Baking… Cook Your Look!
March 09, 2018
Baking is not only something you do in the kitchen, but an integral part of a good makeup routine. Baking ensures that foundation and especially ...
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Fashion & Beauty: Beauty products that will save you from winter
March 01, 2018
Winter can wreak havoc on your skin and hair, causing dryness that is hard to combat. But as spring moves in, these are the beauty products that ...
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Christopher Bates premieres limited edition MTV footwear at Toronto Fashion Week
February 22, 2018
Canadian luxury menswear designer Christopher Bates closed his Fall/Winter 2018 show at Toronto Fashion Week last week debuting his limited-edition MT...
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Makeup By Marla: Brow-isma
February 09, 2018
The eyebrow is getting a great deal of attention in the makeup world over the past few years. The new look encompasses a well manicured brow with a de...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Salty boots
January 24, 2018
Photo: bootmoodfoot.com
Here we are almost at the end of January. I don’t know about you, but I’m getting rather fed up with all t...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Cold feet, warm heart?
January 17, 2018
Photo: ebay.com
We’ve all heard the expression, cold feet, warm heart. Who in the world came up with that?! I am pretty sure we can all agree...
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Best of 2017: Wardrobe Wednesday: Do you have a dirty little secret? How often do you wash your jeans?
January 03, 2018
Photo: Esqualo
Jeans! A wardrobe staple for everyone…women, men, kids…old and young alike…we all love our jeans. You have hunt...
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Makeup By Marla: My Latest Finds And Faves
December 21, 2017
I am constantly on the lookout for new makeup products that hit the market and love testing them out. I therefore thought I would share some...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Turtlenecks
November 29, 2017
Photo courtesy of Moda Elle
Turtlenecks have made a huge fashion comeback this season which is great to hear. There is no need to sacrifice style f...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: That dreaded static cling
November 22, 2017
Photo courtesy of downy.com
November is upon us and with it comes colder and dryer air that will be with us for months to come. Heaters and furnace...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: It's party time
November 15, 2017
We are now officially into the holiday season. The period of time marked by the day after Remembrance Day and running through to January 2nd. It&rsquo...
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Tommy Hilfiger rebrands Hilfiger Denim as Tommy Jeans
November 10, 2017
Tommy Hilfiger has announced the rebrand of its global denim offering as TOMMY JEANS, transitioning from the current HILFIGER DENIM label starting wit...
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Makeup By Marla: L'Oreal sale
November 09, 2017
Check out this incredible L'Oreal sale, going on until the end of the month!
Marla xxx
Marla Overland BSW, PSW is a Professional S...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Head to Toe – Hats to Shoes
November 08, 2017
Which comes first the outfit or the shoes? Usually we work from head to toe starting with the outfit then accessorize with jewellery, purse and shoes&...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: The thick or thin of it – Hosiery 101
November 01, 2017
Photo: shoe-teaser.com
Hosiery is a term used to describe legwear that covers you between your waist and your toes. Generally, tight fitting, stret...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Muffin Tops…Yikes!
October 25, 2017
Photo: frontdoorfashion.com
We all know what a muffin top is and dread it. But, just for fun I decided to look up the definition. Here’s...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Oh no, my sweaters are bally! What am I going to do?
October 18, 2017
Photo courtesy of aliexpress.com
The weather has made an abrupt turn and it is finally fall. Did you ever think this day would come?! Now, we can p...
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Makeup By Marla: Conceal Appeal
October 06, 2017
Looking to go undercover? Skin imperfections are a reality for most of us. Luckily there are a host of wonderful concealers and correctors on the mark...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Leggings 101
October 04, 2017
Photo: asos.com
Last week we discussed what kind of shoes and boots to wear with leggings. This week I thought it apropos to chat about how to...
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Wardobe Wednesday: I love leggings... but what kind of shoes do I wear?
September 27, 2017
Photo courtesy of babebox.com
I think we are all thankful for the person who invented leggings. They are probably the most comfortable and versatil...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: What’s on trend for fall 2017?
September 20, 2017
Photo: emmacloths.com
Even though it seems we have had a resurgence of summer, it is time to start thinking about what we’re going to we...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Is it time for a new winter coat?
September 13, 2017
Photo: aliexpress.com
I hate to bring this up, but we are getting to that time of year when we start thinking about those cold winter months a...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Can we wear white after Labour Day? Of course!
September 06, 2017
Photo: leannconway.com
It’s that time of year once again… Labour Day! Some look forward to the weekend, but most dread it. ...
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Makeup By Marla: Fall Makeup Trends 2017
September 01, 2017
Back to cool! As we make the transition back to a post-summer routine, work or school, our makeup looks follow suit. Trends make a progression from th...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Cross-body Purse – A must-have!
August 30, 2017
Photo: pinkstix.com
Handbags have become a must-have staple in every woman’s wardrobe. We have come a long way from that basic black pur...
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Makeup By Marla: My Lipstick Top 10
August 17, 2017
Ah lipstick. It is the icing on the cake when finishing a full makeup application or the "save the day" pop of colour when one has litt...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Bathing suit cover-ups: Beach to street, really!
August 16, 2017
Photo: Moda Elle
Did you know that your bathing suit cover-up can do more? It is probably the most versatile piece of summer clothing you own and y...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: The right way to accessorize
August 09, 2017
Photo: fashioniers.com
Scarves, jewellery, purses and shoes….Oh my! Where does a girl begin? The hunt for the right accessories can be ...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Navigating sale season – a great deal versus a good deal
August 02, 2017
Photo: smartcanucks.ca
Well, ladies it’s that time again… summer sale season! YAY!! Some fashionistas wait all year for this season. I...
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Makeup By Marla: Glitterally Glamorous
July 21, 2017
Nothing turns everyday makeup into “Party Perfect” like glitter. Used properly and for the appropriate occasion, glitter can be your go-to...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Bamboo, who knew?!
July 19, 2017
Photo: aliexpress.com
Have you ever thought, they can put a man on the moon, but they can’t make comfortable, breathable and attractive cloth...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Pants… So many lengths, so many names
July 12, 2017
Photo: Pedal pusher pantso.com
Trousers, capris, shorts, oh my! There are so many different types of women’s pants and so many different...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: The jean jacket - A wardrobe essential!
July 06, 2017
Photo: Moda Elle
Who knew back in 1880 that Levi Strauss would have been the creator of one of the most essential pieces in a woman’s wardrob...
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Makeup By Marla: Summer's Sizzling Palette, Naked Heat!
June 29, 2017
It’s here and it’s hot!
Urban Decay has launched its latest addition to their 12 shadow Naked eyeshadow palette family (#5) and it is t...
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Wardrobe Wednesday: Every woman needs a little shapewear in her life
June 28, 2017
Photo: Lisette L
Ed Sheeran said it best… I’m in love with the shape of you. I’m sure he knows nothing about shap...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
June 23, 2017
#fyifriday
Another being broke hack!
Save on fun liquid liner colors for summer (or black, for that matter) by:
- Wetting an...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
June 16, 2017
#fyifriday
A lot of you have asked me questions about foundation and how to properly apply it.
Most of you are either not using a beauty blender...
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Makeup By Marla: Me And My Shadow
June 15, 2017
There are certain eyeshadow palettes that are must-haves in a true makeup connoisseur's treasure trove. These are the proverbial Holy Grail collec...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
June 09, 2017
#fyifriday
Wash your brushes because I bet none of you do...
...seriously, cuz it's gross. After so many uses your brushes get caked w...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
June 02, 2017
#fyifriday
So, I asked 5 guys what they wanted in a girls "first date makeup" Or just makeup in general for that matter! ...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
May 26, 2017
Broke? Kill 8 ????'s with one pot of VASELINE
Vaseline is the shit! Use it:
- the best eye makeup remover
- a verrry little bit on a clea...
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Morgan Leigh Makeup: FYI Friday Tips
May 19, 2017
#fyifriday
I notice that a lot of girls apply way too much concealer under & around their eyes and as soon as a picture is taken, they'...
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Makeup By Marla: Bollywood Beauties
May 18, 2017
May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada and a time to celebrate the contributions of those of Asian descent who are helping to make our country the pros...
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Makeup By Marla: Marvellous mascaras
May 04, 2017
Friends often ask me what my top mascara picks are. I therefore decided to give you a rundown of my all time faves. I will be cautious and say that ma...
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Makeup By Marla: Purple Reigns
April 20, 2017
People close to me know that I have been a long-standing devotee of Prince for over 30 years. News of his untimely death on April 21st 2016 marked a...
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FYI Friday Tips
April 14, 2017
FYI FRIDAY
Sometimes the best beauty hacks are things that you use everyday.
In this case, i hope you’re using it everyday…a toot...
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Makeup by Marla: “You Glow Girl!”
April 13, 2017
Gone are the days of old-school blush under the cheekbones! Sculpting and highlighting have evolved from the world of the makeup artist into the mai...
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Makeup by Marla: Just peachy for spring!
April 03, 2017
I am a super fan of Too Faced cosmetics, therefore I am thrilled about the reissue of their once limited edition Sweet Peach eyeshadow palette as it...
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