MIXED METALS + MARBLE

This past weekend was one of the best I've had in a long time. I spent my Saturday night at INLAND, a Canadian designer shopping event that took place at The Glass Factory, even splurging on a fall jacket from Valérie Dumaine and necklace from Laborde. And on Sunday I made use of said necklace from Laborde, which is a stunning combination of quartz and gold bolts on a vintage brass chain, while I hungout with my friend, Oliver. Quartz is associated with power, energy, and protection – three things that everyone can use, so here's hoping dem feels transfer to me. I wore the necklace atop a marble long shirt with slits from H&M (no longer available), which I paired with my favourite ripped black denim and Tracker booties, both from Zara. I also layered on a bunch of jewellery, including a fake 'Cartier' bracelet which fools everyone, and grabbed my leather jacket from Danier to keep myself warm (similar here).

STYLEAmy MckissockSeptember 30, 2015style, fashion, ootd, danier, h&m, laborde jewellery, j.crew, cartier

MAKE UP FOR EVER . ULTRA HD INVISIBLE COVER FOUNDATION

As technology in digital devices continues to advance so must make up. The latest advancement relevant to the beauty industry is 4K technology. With 4K technology, the next generation of digital devices, including the newly released iPhone 6s, will display images with unbelievable detail, stunning clarity, and heightened colour. And while I'm rejoicing over what this improvement means for my Instagram feed, I'm also aware of the minute details/flaws in my make up that will now become apparent to all those who follow me. Sigh. But thanks to concurrent advancements in foundation formulations by MAKE UP FOR EVER this fear may never have to be realized. Welcome the Ultra HD Foundation by MAKE UP FOR EVER; the first, and only foundation designed for the demands of 4K technology.

BEAUTYAmy MckissockSeptember 29, 2015beauty, make up for ever, mufe, review, foundation, ultra hd, sephora, swatch, swatches

OUTFIT PLAN . 001

Life as a girl is hard, isn't it? We have periods, boobs, an excess of emotions, and face a near-daily struggle to select an outfit. I say near-daily because let's face it, our days off are spent in sweats, and t-shirts left from lovers past. If that wasn't enough, we are expected to amp up that effort on days of importance; i.e. the A$AP Rocky concert I will be attending this Friday. Normally, I would leave this task until the morning of, however given my recent history of mental-breakdowns brought on by getting ready I decided it would be in my best interest to plan ahead for this momentous occasion.

STYLEAmy MckissockSeptember 23, 2015style, fashion, concert, nixon, stila, beso, acne studios, h&m

NAILS . ESSENCE . THE GEL POLISH DOTTICURE

Art is hard. A sentiment that remains true even when referring to nail art. So, after straying from brushes, stamping kits, and dotting tools for a whopping 8 months, I figured I'd reintroduce myself the simple way, with the dotticure. The dotticure is about as self-explanatory as it can get – it's a manicure design made up of various dots. Here I've used four shades from the Essence The Gel Polish Collection, a secret cult favourite amongst beauty bloggers.

BEAUTYAmy MckissockSeptember 21, 2015beauty, nails, nail art, nail design, notd, mani monday, dotticure, essence, the gel polish, nail polish

INLAND . SEPTEMBER 26–27 . SHOP CANADIAN FASHION

Looking for something to do in Toronto next weekend? Look no further than INLAND, a weekend-long shopping event that features a curated line-up of Canadian designers in the heart of West Queen West. Located at The Glass Factory (99 Sudbury St.), INLAND looks forward to it's second Fall season showcasing the best in Canadian fashion and apparel. The event charges $5 cash upon entry and will take place Sat. Sept 26th from 12-9pm and Sun. Sept 27th from 12-6pm.

STYLEAmy MckissockSeptember 20, 2015fashion, event, inland, made in canada, style, canadian, toronto

L'OCCITANE . IMMORTELLE DIVINE CREAM MASK

Earlier this month L'Occitane En Provence launched a new addition to their Immortelle Divine Cream lineup, the Divine Cream Mask, which brings all the performance and sensoriality of a professional facial treatment to the comfort of your home. Complete with it's own distinctive facial massage tool, the Divine applicator – inspired by the Immortelle Flower and coated in 24K gold, this mask is so luxurious that you may never leave the house for a facial treatment again!

BEAUTYAmy MckissockSeptember 18, 2015l'occitane, divine cream, face mask, skincare, beauty

MUSIC . EMOTIONAL

A playlist to help you cope with rainy days, bummy moods, and leaving that sexy Tinder date only to realize that he's deleted you from the app, and subsequently moved onto better tings. Sigh. Whenever you're hit with the worst, let this emotional mix take the feels away.

Amy MckissockSeptember 14, 2015music, ovo, drake, soundcloud, playlist

TRAVELER by TOMS . FLORENTIN MATTE GREY

A good pair of sunglasses are worth their weight in gold; a statement some know far to well – for example Alex, a gentleman who spent an entire year trying to get his prized sunglasses back after a first date turned sour. But truly, we all can relate. Most can recall the feeling associated with finding a pair of sunglasses that sit perfectly atop the contours of their face, just as well as they can recall the pit that forms in their stomach when they've been misplaced. That's because nowadays sunglasses not only offer UV protection; they compliment, and in some cases complete an outfit, they allow you to get an extended (non-creepy) glance at the hottie on the streetcar, and finally they conceal the dark circles formed from the previous night out. The newest addition to my sunglass collection, the Traveler by TOMS in Florentin Matte Grey, are allowing me to do all that and more.

STYLEAmy MckissockSeptember 12, 2015fashion, style, toms, sunglasses, one for one, traveller, florentin

NEWLY PURCHASED . EDIT oo1

Some weeks no matter how many times you re-watch Hannibal Burress Live From Chicago you still remain 'in the dumps'. It's a type of emotional purgatory that can only be remitted with some classic retail therapy. And while the products featured above/below have been purchased at various points throughout the past month, their innate beauty has thrust me into a state of optimism for the week ahead.

BEAUTY, STYLEAmy MckissockSeptember 8, 2015style, beauty, newly purchased, haul, deborah lippmann, j.crew, runway luxe, shiseido, clinique

#BEAUTYUNITED X WALMART – BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

September is only a day away, which means the start of another dreaded school year will follow suit shortly. But in hopes of easing you into your first day back I've teamed up with #BeautyUnited & Walmart to get one lucky reader back to school ready! Simply check out the following back-to-school tips and tricks developed by COVERGIRL Make-up Pro, Veronica Chu; and Pantene Consulting Stylist, Justin German, which are sure to help you incorporate Fall’s hottest trends using products from COVERGIRL, Pantene, Olay and Venus, and enter the giveaway below!

BEAUTYAmy MckissockAugust 31, 2015beauty, beauty united, giveaway