Gaga for Galoshes

Ah, spring. For those of us emerging from the deep freeze to the reality of melting snowbanks and brownish puddles at every street corner, it isn't all butterflies and daffodils.

Splooshing in the City just got more interesting. With the economy casting its own gray pallor on the streets, what's called for is a return to those carefree after-school times. Fun up your boring beige trench with a funky pair of rainboots...

like these giraffe prints from dav Women


or these houndstooth heels


or maybe even these peacock beauties?

... hmm. Maybe not.

Would you spend your money on these rubber boots? Not for the original list price upwards of $100, we're betting. Right now Endless.com has a promo for $15 off a purchase of $75 from a select range of rain boots. Add to that their ongoing sales, it works out to a pretty good deal!

Take that, ugly old galoshes.

What's on ChickAdvisor This Week

MissChickie hits a pre-FashionWeek party...
We sit down with Exuberance Beauty's founder...
Winter chill, meet home cooked soup...
Our latest Product Review Club offer!

Vid of the Week: are these 'fashionistas' all that?
Hot Topic of the Week: Once a player, always a player?

Deal of the Week: Pay $2, get a $25 gift certificate for a local restaurant of your choice!

Would You Wear This? Azumi & David Tape Sunglasses

We spotted these beauties from Azumi & David on FashionIndie.com.

While we note, it could be used as a two for one with both eyebrow waxing and sunglasses combined, we'd be worried it would rip off all eyebrow hair and then what? Plus let's face it, you're wearing tape on your face!

Don't worry, you have until this summer to get used to the idea as these are Spring/Summer '09 collection. I suspect we'll be seeing a lot of these around town...

Or maybe not.

What do you think: Beastly or Brilliant?


All Images stolen borrowed from Azumi & David.

What's on ChickAdvisor This Week

Spring 2009's fashion mixes classic with fun. All the deets here...

Products and tips for luscious lips

A case for having the Label Discussion... or not?

Diet Cleanse 101: what you need to know before you start

Vid of the Week: How to not look like a complete moron at the gym

Hot Topic of the Week: Sneaking Tofu into your menu planning


Toronto Deal of the Week: Winterlicious prix fixe dining event ~ extended




New York City Deal of the Week: Brave the crowds at Barneys Warehouse Sale, 'cuz goodness knows you can't afford Prada otherwise

Show Love to a Stranger This Valentine's Day

This V Day consider doing something sweet for someone you don't know.

Pantene is doing their 2nd annual Beautiful Lengths program, which encourages women to cut and donate their hair as an ultimate act of love this Valentine's Day. In conjunction with the Canadian Cancer Society, the program collected 11,500 ponytails last year. The hair is used to create wigs for women battling cancer.


If you don't feel comfortable doing a mighty chop, consider picking up any Pantene Beautiful Lengths products since a portion of the proceeds will go towards the program.


If you're on the market for some sexy lingerie, consider participating in Dead Bra Day with Secrets from Your Sister. Trade in an old bra for a 25% discount on a new one (and matching undies). This is a Toronto based store with two locations. For more information, check it out in our deals section.

Shopaholic Movie Night Sold Out

Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets and we look forward to seeing you there!

Newsletter February 9th: Movie Night and New Product Review Club Offer

This month we have 2 new Product Review Club offers, which include a new organic lip balm from one of your favourite brands and a deliciously cute household cleaning product. If you have already signed up for the Product Review Club, no need to lift a finger. We will be emailing you with more details. If you haven't already, sign up now!

Check out our latest offer!


Chick's Night Out At the Movies Presents: Confessions of a Shopaholic next week!

Toronto: On Thursday February 19th, 2009, dress up, shake off all this economy doom and gloom, and join us for a night at the movies! On the heels of the smashing success of our Sex and the City movie night, we're heading out as a group of 50 to see Confessions of a Shopaholic, based on the best selling series by Sophie Kinsella.

Your $20 ticket gets you:

* A pass to the 7pm (ish) screening of Confessions of a Shopaholic

* A cocktail party in the V.I.P lounge immediately following the film and enjoy the complimentary skinbar from Dermalogica.

* A generous loot bag filled with products from our sponsors including makeup from Maybelline New York, skincare from Dermalogica and a cute new household product from Clorox for a total value of more than $50!

Tickets are almost sold out. Get yours now!

Join the discussion in our forums

We'd like to start doing movie nights and ShopCrawls in other cities. You can help by adding reviews and getting your friends to do the same. The more members we have in each city the sooner we can do events there.


Our latest video on ChickChat TV is all about interior design. Watch Ali's apartment get a complete makeover and get some great tips.

There's lots of great deals this week and don't forget to check out the juicy topics in the forum this week!

What's on ChickAdvisor This Week

The Importance of Being Groomed... down there

Last Chance to grab tickets for our popular Chicks Night Out!

How To Fly Solo on V-Day

Spend quality time with the most important person in your life - You!

Hot Topic of the Week: Don't let the winter blahs get you down. Share a funny story or something that made your day!

Canadian Deal of the Week: Spend just $34, get a gift worth $145 from Lancôme free!




American Deal of the Week: Free 10-day supply of Bare Escentuals foundation plus kabuki brush (no purchase required)

The new 90210 by OPI nail

Fans of Beverly Hills 90210, the iconic 1990 - 2000 TV series about growing up rich (mostly) and beautiful (totally) in Beverly Hills and those who are addicted to “new” 90210 will be excited about the launch of three hot nail polish shades inspired by the show!

The new shades are inspired by the lead female characters on the show – Silver, Annie, and Naomi – these much-anticipated nail polish shades are here, but only for a limited time!

You’ll find these three dazzling colours:

Queen of West Web-erly: This is a sexy purple shimmer that will help you deal with the winter blues.





Sweet as Annie-thing: If you like red … this is your shade!








Pretty & Privileged: This is a more intense red that I believe can be worn year-round.



Best of all, 90210 by OPI Nail Lacquers contain no DBP, toluene, or formaldehyde!

OPI nail polishes retail for $8.50 US/$9.99 CAD and I doubt you’ll have any difficulty finding them because they are sold at most salons, retail outlets, and online.

by Krizia

Chick's Night Out at the Movies Part 2: Confessions of a Shopaholic

On Thursday February 19th, 2009, dress up, shake off all this economy doom and gloom, and join us for a night at the movies! On the heels of the smashing success of our Sex and the City movie night, we're heading out as a group to see Confessions of a Shopaholic, based on the best selling series by Sophie Kinsella. We will be going as a group of 60 to the Bay/Bloor Cineplex Varsity Theatre. It's on the 2nd floor of the Manulife Center and we will be attending the 7pm screening followed by an after party on the premises. Your $20 ticket includes: *A pass to see the movie with us on February 19th. *A generous gift bag worth over $100 from our sponsors, including some fabulous makeup from Maybelline New York, skincare by Dermalogica and household products from Clorox and Greenworks. *A cocktail at the after party immediately following the screening. *A complimentary skinbar from Dermalogica. Join the discussion that has already started in our forums and let us know what you think! Get Tickets Watch the trailer Check out pictures from our last movie night

What's on ChickAdvisor This Week

My naughty Valentine! Making his wildest dreams come true

A racy shopping list

Pamper your lover at home

7 Beauty Myths - busted?

Hot Topic of the Week: Dudes, here are our biggest turn-offs (feel free to take notes)...

Deal of the Week: Sweet His 'n Hers pillowcases 20% off exclusively for ChickAdvisor members!

Strawberry Tiramisu for Two

Photo credit: Victoria Pearson

We love tiramisu, so adding strawberries for a Valentine kick of colour is a fabulous twist. ChickAdvisor member MizzRobin alerted us to this yummy recipe, which we thought was too good not to share!

Strawberry Tiramisu for Two

1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced (save 2 whole for garnish)
2 Tbsp powdered sugar

Puree 2 cups of strawberries with the sugar and set aside. Save the remaining strawberries for layering.

2 Tbsp coffee-flavored liqueur
¼ cup powdered sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
1 cup mascarpone cheese

Beat with a mixer on medium-high until well blended (1-2 minutes)

18 ladyfingers
⅓ cup cold espresso

Place 6 ladyfingers on a serving plate and brush each with approx. 1 tsp cold espresso. Spread half the cheese mixture over the ladyfingers and layer with half of the sliced strawberries. Repeat with 6 more ladyfingers and the remainder of the espresso, cheese mixture and strawberries. Top with the last 6 ladyfingers.

¼ cup heavy cream
2 Tbsp powdered sugar
½ tsp cocoa powder

In a small bowl, whip the cream and sugar on medium-high speed. Spread it evenly over the top layer of ladyfingers. Dust cocoa over the whipped cream and garnish with the 2 reserved strawberries.

Spoon the strawberry puree onto two serving plates. Cut tiramisu in half, and place onto puree.