bye bye 2012

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A big thank you to everyone for the love and support this past year! 

2012 was an amazing year and we can't wait to see what 2013 has in store. 

Wishing all of you, your families and friends a Happy New Year! 

new year's eve beauty: dramatic makeup

Greet the new year with a fresh face by pumping up the drama on your new year's makeup.

Try a dramatic smokey eye made festive with glitter eyeshadow. Pick a swoon-worthy shade and back it up with smudge-proof mascara and waterproof eyeliner to keep your eyes flashing into the wee hours! Tip: keep your lips neutral to balance the look.

Not in the mood for a moody eye? Go bold with your lips to ring in the new year by making your mark. Try a bright colour like vibrant fuschia to make the most of your statement smooch. Tip: prep your pout with a lip scrub to make sure your colour goes on evenly and prime your lips to make it last.

Look 1: 

make up forever glitters

blinc amplified mascara

geisha ink eyeliner

Look 2:

butter london lippy in snog

the lip scrub by sara happ

urban decay lip primer potion

gift giving: for him

With Christmas four days away there is very little time left to shop and if you are anything like me, you want to avoid the dreaded mall! This year finding the perfect gift for my Mr. was easy {and mall free} thanks to the launch of men style at Blossom Lounge earlier this year. Whether it's top of the line skincare, stylish apparel or accessories he'll love... Blossom Lounge carries great gift ideas for the men in your life. Here's a sneak peek.

Blossom Lounge . Distillery

 24 tank house lane, suite 101

Toronto. ON. m5a 3c4

416 . 777 . 1744

Have you heard? 
Blossom Lounge is doing a Holiday Instagram Giveaway!
Win a $100 gift certificate!
Post your holiday finds from either blossom lounge locations and use hastag #blossomholidayhaul to win!

10 gift ideas at blossom lounge

holiday nails {featuring knees up}

Knees Up by Butter London available at Blossom Lounge.

{not-so} ugly christmas sweaters

dear santa ... a few things on my list this year, xoxo

1. tocca candle in cleopatra {shop}

2. emporio armani watch {shop}

3. dogeared three wish pearl necklace {shop}

4. development print camisole {shop}

5. BCBG prish pump {shop}

6. mor cosmetics tea cup candle {shop}

7. lollia bubble bath {shop}

8. see by chloe 24 hour bag {shop}

9. blinc masacara {shop}

10. BCBG pink tassle keychain {shop}

gifts under $50

Terrilyn: Tory Burch studded iPhone case
Carrie: Caldrea Lavender Pine 
Joyse: Geisha Ink Eyeliner 
Kiley: Brooklyn Thread gold feather necklace 
Heather: Starbucks French coffee press 

{Carrie, Joyse, and Kiley's picks available at blossom lounge} 

blossom's fabulous friends {Anna with Love}

We are so excited for the lovely Anna Tsoulogiannis from 'Anna with Love' who has just re-launched her online fine art photography store. Blossom was first introduced to Anna on instagram and was so impressed with her photography talent that Shauna {blossom's equally fabulous owner} chose Anna to do Blossom Lounge's 2012 winter lookbook. Anna is such a genuine talent and we wish her huge success in her new endeavor! Here's a sneak peek!

 

Anna is a Toronto based portrait, still life & lifestyle photographer and we know
you'll love Anna's new prints as much as we do!

 You can see Anna's portfolio and new etsy shop by clicking the links below.

portfolio  |  Anna with Love  |  etsy shop 

him & her

him
sweater
shirt
denim
cologne
shoes

her
wax denim
sweater
eau de parfum
pumps
purse

{holiday tunes} she & him

We're looking forward to Toronto's Christmas Market in Distillery District that kicks off tomorrow! Be sure to visit us at our new location: 24 Tank House Lane. In the mean time, get in to the holiday spirit with a cover of "Baby,  It's Cold Outside" by Zooey Deschanel's band,  She and Him!

holiday hostess

The secret to the perfect hostess gift is neutral and sophisticated. 
Here are a few of our favourite hostess gifts to give this holiday season. 

1. Lollia Calm Candle : We chose this candle for two reasons. The first, because there's a lot that comes with a name. Calm is the first thing a hostess wants to feel once everyone leaves their home. Secondly, like the other Lollia candles, their scents are mild and have a subtle fragrance that will fill and warm the room. Ok... and one more reason. The design makes it virtually impossible for someone to not find the perfect place for it in their home. 

2. Mor Candied Vanilla Almond : Bar soaps add that touch of elegance to any bathroom. This Mor soap is both stunning in and out of it's packaging. Infused with the scent of candied vanilla almond, it's the perfectly soft fragrance to have in your home. 

3. William Sonoma Cupcake Mix : Why? Because who doesn't like cupcakes .... but seriously. It takes the ordinary boxed cake mix out of the box and into a ... can ... but in a big way. It has great packaging and comes in flavours that go beyond the traditional chocolate and vanilla. ** Also a great DIY alternative to the usual layered hot chocolate in a jar **

4. Teavana 12 Holidays of Teas : Love these tea sets because they offer a variety of flavours and are great conversation starters. It also avoids the worry of choosing a tea that the hostess might not like... now she has plenty to choose from. 

5. Swarovski 2012 Tree Ornament : If diamonds are a girl's best friend ... crystals are like a girl's best friend's sister. Looks the same but without the commitment. This ornament is the perfect addition for anyone's tree and will be a reminder of your friendship every holiday season. 

6. Kai Linen Spray : Again, a subtly soft fragrance that won't damage delicates or offend any noses. 

25 Ways to Wear a Scarf

Brrrr it's chilly out! Bundle up and get inspired by wendyslookbook's video on 25 ways to wear a scarf!

on display {blossom lounge distillery}

Men's:  Hogan Charcoal Hogan Jacket by Soïa & Kyo

Women's: Red Verona Jacket by Soïa & Kyo, Black Sequin Dress by Mink Pink

Men's: White V Neck Tee by Alternative Apparel, Navy White Knit Sweater Valdo by RVLT

Women's: Multiprint Dress by Maison Scotch paired with Piotr Belt by Brave Leather

100 years of fashion in 100 seconds

100 years of fashion in 100 seconds from aneel on Vimeo.

{now open} blossom lounge - distillery

 

Visit our newest location at

 24 tank house lane, suite 101

toronto . ontario . m5a 3c4

416 . 777 . 1744