Are you ready for Black Friday? Personally, I do all of my holiday (and regular) shopping online because I’d rather not deal with crazed shoppers and long lines.  However, if you’re one of the brave souls who are planning to wade through crowds on November 27th, here are a few things you might want to take with you and keep in mind.
1. Wear comfortable shoes! This should go without saying but don’t sacrifice your favourite shoes or your feet in order to get good deals.
2. Consider carrying a cross-body bag. Or go without a handbag. You will need your hands …read more

One of the first cosmetic items I bought and tried out, when I was a pre-teen, was lip gloss. Specifically, Covergirl LipSlicks – which I still have a soft spot for!  Since then, I have been fully addicted to all sorts of lip products. From simple balms, lipsticks, lipliners, lip stains, to lip plumpers and of course, lip gloss – I have more than enough in my collection to last me a lifetime. However, that doesn’t keep me from buying and trying out more!
I do have my favourites or my defaults when all else fails. These are …read more

Now that you know how to pronounce the top designer fashion labels with ease, let’s discuss some common fashion terms and phrases. Some of these are pretty easy but then again not everyone is a well versed fashionista!
Think of this as a mini fashion glossary!
A-Line Dress / Skirt – A dress or skirt that is fitted at the waist and then flares out to a full skirt
Appliqué – A type of stitch where a design is created by sewing pieces of fabric or materials together onto another fabric
Basque Waist/V-Waist – A dropped waist that begins at the …read more

Here at Splendicity we are constantly thinking about, loving, admiring and waxing poetically  about all the famous and sometimes not so famous, designers in the fashion and beauty industry.  We write about their stunning clothes, the dazzling jewels, the mile high heels, the fabulous handbags and everything in between.
With all these top designers being written about, have you ever given thought as to how to properly pronounce designer names?  Sure some of them just roll off the tongue but you have to admit, a few of those names don’t sound at all like how they’re spelled.   I …read more

Halloween is a little more than two weeks away folks! In fact it’s 18 days away. Have you found your costume yet? Don’t wait too long because the closer we get to Trick or Treat time, the slimmer the pickings on the shelves! Trust me, I’ve looked!
If you’re looking for costume themes or ideas for you and your significant other to wear this holiday, the list below might be just the inspiration you need!
1. Blair Waldorf and Chuck Bass (from Gossip Girl)
2. Jack and Rose (from the movie Titanic)
3. Romeo and Juliet
4. Count Dracula and his Victim (or you can …read more

Yes, Fall is here – both on the calendar and the weather.  While there may be another week or two of Indian Summer, it’s time to get your wardrobe and beauty routine ready for the season change.
Here are some things you can do:

Reconsider self tanner – Sure, it made you look sun-kissed during the summer, but think about whether that faux glow is a look you want to continue on into fall and winter.
Be careful with the bronzer – Along the same lines of the self tanner, an overuse of bronzer this time of year looks like you’re trying …read more

I wish we lived in a world where I didn’t need to wear a pink ribbon, in October or any time at all.  A world where breast cancer was nearly non-existent, and if it did occur, involved treatment as easy as treating measles or chicken pox.  Until that happens, I hope you’ll join with me in wearing pink to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October.
Here are some things you can do:
GET A MAMMOGRAM.  Yes, I’m shouting that!  Since early detection is key, this is a step that every single one of us can take today.  Be pro-active in …read more

The animal print trend is still going strong, so if you haven’t added any to your wardrobe, fall will be a great time to pick up a little something.  The key to wearing animal print, however, is not to over-do it.  A little is great, but the only one who should be wearing animal print head to toe is the animal.
Take a walk on the wild side, and pair up your animal prints with something already in your wardrobe:

Shoes – Pair some sexy animal print shoes with basic black to a conservative suit from drab to fab.  They’ll dress …read more

I am absolutely head over heels for the party dresses Anthropologie is putting out these days. Ever since one opened up within walking distance, it’s been a feat of strength not to go skipping up there every weekend for a not-so-innocent “browse” of the new goods.
Quirky, romantic, and not so exorbitantly priced that I can’t afford to even think about taking the plunge. Each dress is like a perfect reminder for why I love being a girl…plus they more often than not fit the bill for my schedule which requires a dress to very easily go from day to evening.

I …read more

Are you ready for some football?  Fall and football season seem to go hand-in-hand, and colleges, high schools, and the NFL have all started their seasons.  While you may have a few more weeks to get away with summer clothes, at least in some parts of the country, it won’t be much longer till you’ll need sweaters and hats for tailgating and games.  If you plan on wearing alumni wear to the game, you won’t need to read this post, but if this is a social event, keep reading!
Just because you need to bundle up doesn’t mean you can’t be …read more