The Cheap Girl

I apologize for the late blog post….

Holt Renfrew is having a shopping event filled with fashion and beauty gift with purchases, appearances, trunk shoes and contests. There’s still 2 days left (the events end on March 20, 2010) so all is not lost.

Participating Holt Renfrew locations include: Toronto (Bloor, Sherway, Yorkdale), Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Quebec City.

To view a complete listing of the events, click on this link.

I want to to to this event! It’s too bad that I don’t live in Calgary….

What: FHNB Fashion and Accessory Expose – Featuring Alberta design talent this expose brings industry professionals, retailers and designers together for a showcase of Canadian-designed fashion and accessories.

Where: Roundup Centre, Calgary

When: March 20, 2010 – 9 am – 9 pm

How: $10 for the general public – $6 for students. For more information visit FashionHasNoBorders.com.

Meet runway coach-extraordinaire  Miss J. Alexander in CELEBRITY WALK OFF at Holt Renfrew this March 13, 2010. This event will run from 2 pm – 4pm on Mezzanine. Guests will receive copies of his new book Follow That Model for free! But get there early because there are limited quantities.

For more information visit the Holt Renfrew events page.

What:

Fraser Valley Bead Show – Bead and Jewelry show featuring artists and vendors from all over North America. Check out the free glass bead making demos and bead and jewelry classes!

Where:

Executive Inn Coquitlam, BC —405 North Road,  Coquitlam, British Columbia

When:

March 12-14, 2010

How:

Admission $7 visit fraservalleybeadshow.ca for more information.

What:

Meet Tarina Tarantino in Toronto as she presents her new beauty line. Also receive a free gift with purchase.

Where:

Sephora @ The Eaton Centre

When:

March 16,  2010 —– 6pm-8pm

How:

Visit Sephora.com or  call 416-595-7227 for more information.

Hi CGs!

I just want to share a fabulous and fun networking event to all my Toronto readers. If you’re a business owner or if you plan to start your own in the future this event is a must-attend. Please read the details below and receive a chance to win a pair of tickets for you and a friend.

It’s going to be so much fun! This event is the epitome of mixing business with pleasure. I wish all events were like this one!

What:

Makeover Your Business

A  business networking event with a focus on beauty and your business.

Enjoy cocktails, great food, a gift bag (worth over $50 in value), makeovers, manicures,  massages, door-prizes (bring your business cards!), professional photo-ops and the opportunity to network with other professionals in various industries.

From the press kit:

“This months FastLane will also feature two Speed Networking sessions – a service that was introduced to Toronto by FastLane. Much like speed dating , participants will have seven minutes to begin a business relationship creating an opportunity to leverage each others’ success.”

” Join us at Dermologica and enjoy a complimentary Skin Mapping session and a complete Dermologica skin sample kit that will include, cleanser, toner and moisturizer -which will help rid you of that winter skin and give you a healthy glow!”

This event is being hosted by www.fastlaneevents.ca,  www.torontocityevents.ca and www.GatheringsEventPlanning.com

Participants include:

DaLish Cosmetics, Anthony Parazo Photography, Dermalogica, Your Shop Girl, Massage on Wheels, Nail Art by Liliya, Absolute Comedy, Chateau des Charmes, Tree Bamboo and Beauty is My Business

Where:

Dermalogica’s Toronto office: 720 King Street West, Suite 300 (www.dermalogica.ca)

When:

Tuesday February 23, 2010 — 6 pm – 9:30 pm

How:

Win a pair of free tickets for you and a friend from The Cheap Girl (see deets below) or you may also purchase your tickets here: https://secure.gettickets.ca/?event=15618

For more information please visit the Facebook page:

www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=440590985146&ref=mf

The contest dish:

This contest is open to all residents of the GTA or Canadian residents who happen to be in Toronto on  February 23, 2010.

Leave a comment below with your favourite budget beauty tip by Friday February 19, 2010 12 pm EST.

The winner will be contacted via email on Sunday February 21, 2010.

Good luck!

XOXO

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What: Meet Dean and Dan Caten of DSQUARED as they introduce their line of special hoodies inspired by the 2010 Olympics.

Where: Holt Renfrew’s Flagship store in Vancouver  (737 Dunsmuir St.)

When: February 13, 2010 – 5 pm – 7 pm

How: Open to the public. For more info about the fashion event visit HoltRenfrew.com

Browns Shoes – Designer clearance with styles up to 70% off. Free shipping with a minimum order of $50 with code DSALE.

Nine West Canada- Take an additional 30% off Haute Boot Styles.

Smart Set -  For a limited time save $10 off your purchase of $40.

Danier – 20% – 60% Off Everything Sale – valid until December 24, 2009

GloboShoes.com – Free upgrade for express shipping. Orders must be placed by December 21, 2009 12 pm EST

Dove Spa Canada – Receive a free $50 gift card with a $100 gift card purchase.  Order by December 21st, 2009 to get your item delivered by December 24, 2009.

Marcelle – Coupon for $3.00 off the 1st Essentials Eye Cream

Jergens Canada – $1.50 Discount Coupon

Bluenotes – Coupon for a 15% discount when you pay with your Visa card. Valid until December 31, 2010.

Neutrogena Canada – Coupons for Neutrogena Healthy Skin Rejuvenator and Neutrogena Deep Clean Wave Foaming Pads.

Club Monaco – Take an additional 30% discount off already reduced merchandise. Valid until December 21, 2009

Yves Rocher Canada – Take an extra $5 off with code YR5D20, free holiday shipping and 50% off site wide!

Spring Shoes – Free Express Shipping on all orders with code HOLIDAYS09. Orders must be placed by December 21, 2009 by 12 pm EST.

BeautyTicket.com – Take an additional 30% off all beauty stocking stuffers with code STOCKING30.

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Arabian Nights Halloween Vancouver

Belly dancers, tarot cards, henna art, music and cocktails…..Arabian Nights galore! This event is being hosted by Cointreau and Sanafir.

When: Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 8 pm

Where: 1026 Granville St, Vancouver

This event is by invite only. RSVP at cointreau@selectwines.ca

*Space is limited. Click here for more information.

Women and Health Show Free Tickets

Saturday, October 17th, 2009
2 pm – 6 pm
Victoria Ballet Academy - 7751 Yonge St,  Thornhill Ontario L3T 2C4

The Goods:

• Great prizes
• Receive FREE product samples
• Discover how to choose the makeup and skin care products that are safe for you and your children
• Be dazzled by unique jewelry designs
• Shop for designer’s clothing and accessories
• Enjoy high quality natural, chemicals free hygiene products at affordable prices
• Find out how to use healthier products and ingredients in your everyday cooking
• Meet the owners of two new children’s daycare centers opening in your area
• Light refreshments will be served
• Come early to receive your FREE consultations with
  • holistic nutritionist
  • holistic naturapath
  • prenatal/postpartum specialist
  • lactation consultant

• To get more information and the free tickets, click on this link