Perfect Party Outfits

Another Christmas gone... What to wear for New Year's Eve?!?!?!?! I'm sure we are all looking for the perfect party dress, a dress we can pull out all the stops for.
I have chosen Heartloom's gold sequin dress with some ruching on the sleeves and skirt. This dress also exists in a charcoal sort of colour which is great if is gold isn't the perfect colour for you. If you are going to go all out with your dress, tone down your hair and make-up a little so you don't look too done up. Don't be shy to bring out your best peep-toe heels, or crazy pumps to complete your outfit.
Since I'm a less is more kind of girl, I would probably wear black pumps, wear some eyeliner, mascara, and OFF we go!
Another option would be to wear leather leggings and a silk blouse with sparkly flats for a more edgy look. Love Miranda Kerr in this outfit, very slick!

What are your New Year's looks this year? Would love to have your ideas!!
Happy Holidays everyone!!

Banjo & Matilda cashmere lounging pant

It may be called a lounging pant which suggests a "lazy-not about to get out of my house-Sunday-wear".HOWEVER in the Alix Lebreton world these "lounging pants" can be the perfect addition to a -40 degree celsius. Honestly what's better than cashmere? What is more chic than cashmere? What would you rather wear than cashmere? My ultimate go-to fabric that keeps in the heat whether it is thick or thin.
Now don't get me wrong there are many different scales in the quality of cashmere. The best I have ever come across is Brunello Cucinelli sweater my mother gave me (looks great as an over-sized sweater with skinny jeans). There is absolutely NO sign of pilling! HA!
A note about cashmere, it CAN be machine washed COLD with such detergents as woolite (if you have a hand wash cycle use that), then lay it flat to dry. The type of fibre should not washed too often in order to preserve its life.
Anyway...once Christmas is passed and I will be able to use my Canon, pictures will be taken of the different outfits with these "lounging pants". Seriously is there another chic-er expression than "lounging pants"?

Canon Powershot 12.1 MP ELPH300

This cute little thing is my Christmas present (only to be unwrapped on Christmas Day of course). I have been wanting my own digital camera for such a long time (you may wonder how I have been able to live for a quarter of a century without one). This cute little Canon has 12.1 mega pixels, full HD 1080 quality video and stereo sound quality. I wanted something to photograph my outfits, my beauty products, street style, and shoot my YouTube videos. IT HAS ARRIVED! IT is now my very own! 
OK! How about we calm down a little... "Pre-holiday excitement for the presents we know we will receive"
Anyway this little gem will actually travel around the city with me every day; who knows what wonders we come across randomly n'est-ce-pas?
I also wanted to point out that I will resume posting videos on my YouTube channel after Christmas. At least my videos will be top notch quality because my Macbook integrated webcam was not doing the trick (well not as much as I wanted it to). Here's my YouTube channel where you will find makeup tutorials, OOTDs, beauty product reviews, hauls, and what not. 
www.youtube.com/AlixStylist
See you soon we a whole bunch of videos and crazy pictures! 
PS what kind of camera do you us? Any opinions on the this little Canon?
PPS: Happy Holidays everyone!

TOMS Highland Brown Botas

How much do we love TOMS? SO much that we want every colour to go with every outfit we own. N'est-ce pas?
The little brown booties are perfect for this dreary Montreal weather. It's cold and  there no snow on the ground (yet!). I love the fleece lining and the foldable collar! Let's not forget the sole with a little cushion for comfy feet throughout the day. They also come in light grey, black, and white; maybe I should get the grey ones since I am sort of grey-obsessed! Grey beats black (at least for me *wink*). 
These Highland Botas also exist for men (great Christmas gift by the way). 
They retail CAD$99 at Holt Renfrew. 
Toasty feet...mmm so great!

Canada Goose Canadian Limited Edition

So excited! Today I got a new Canada Goose parka. Not just any parka; this one was designed by Chantal Kreviazuk and sold exclusively in Holt Renfrew stores across Canada. My favourite part of this parka is the hood: it looks like the hood on cloaks women from the 18th century (and before) would wear.  Very old world meets new urban design with revolutionary fabrics. I look like Red Riding Hood but in black. How about that! I cannot wait to wear this parka in Paris next fall and know that NO one will have the same one :P Yes... I feel so special right now!

Armani Face Fabric Second Skin and Master Corrector

No foundation day today. Scary but YES I did it! I decided I wanted to try and find a product to hide my little acne scars which are really the only reason I wear foundation.
The hunt was ON ladies... Off to Holt Renfrew I go...
What can I use? says I.
Armani. says the makeup artist.
AAAAHHHHH! Everyone (makeup artists) has told me the best product for me to use was Armani Face Fabric and Master Corrector!!!!!!! The first time I was told to try Armani products I sort of sighed and told myself I should wait. The Face Fabric foundation is CAD $55 which is quite pricey. HOWEVER (I am looking at my face in the mirror right now) this foundation has NOT MOVED or FADED AT ALL! I am just amazed. Not only that it looks completely ABSOLUTELY natural. Ladies when was the last time you found a foundation that perfectly blended with your skin colour and tone?????? Trust me I have had the hardest time. Clinique Acne solutions is great because I tend to breakout; especially in the summer my skin is a little bit more oily. Nevertheless Armani Face Fabric is without a doubt the best EVER!
Ok enough raving. Here is what this foundation does:
- it has the texture of a mousse, or froth, or think of chocolate mousse haha; light and airy and feels like silk on your skin
-it is ideal for oily skin types because it has a bunch silicones in it that eats up that extra oil
-the finish is matte but soft enough to let your natural glow shine through
-it allows infinite blending and layering without the feeling of wearing too much makeup
-lastly it provides sheer coverage which is ideal for me
The Armani Master Corrector (retails for CAD$37):
-perfectly conceals imperfections (those acne scars... GONE)
-it contains light-reflecting pearls to create a natural glow and lighten up those dark circles
-it is a cream but is light enough that it feels like silk, just like the foundation
Honestly ladies... I am relieved to have found and tried these products. I may just have to make Armani my winter cosmetic brand. Hallelujah!

Chanel Paris Bombay

A few images from Style.com of Chanel's Pre-Fall Paris-Bombay fashion show. This show was the perfect mélange of fabrics, colours, Chanel versus the Sari. It was elegant, it was refined, it was perfectly ornamented, it was Chanel.
Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel was greatly inspired by Indian dress and jewelry. This was the impeccable representation.

J Brand and 7Seven Jeans

Jeans oh wonderful jeans... well pants... jeans...trousers...slacks... whatever you want to call them! In this case jeggings (I think) and slouchy boyfriend pants!
The grey leopard print ones are from J Brand. I have to be honest I don't normally do prints... EVER! It's well just not me! I decided to try them on just to see what kind of outfit I could pull together. REVELATION (hallelujah!!!!!!) the Docs a loose grey Equipment shirt and a black blazer... mm mm mmmm! A little print in my wardrobe could bring some edge to the wardrobe! Don't you think?
The second pair, the 7Sevens have a very discrete army print on them (khaki on khaki). I saw them and I thought to myself "These are total man-repeller material."Guess what happened when I got home? Le boyfriend said: "What are you? Going to order me around now wearing those pants?" Indeed I am honey! Who run the world? GIRLS! Sorry, have been listening to that song WAY too much today.
Anyway long story short, both pants...jeans...trousers...slacks are perfect "man repeller" pieces. Aaaaaah The Man Repeller one of my favourite blogs. Check her out! Her posts are so interesting; such a fashion intellect!
What are some of YOUR "man repeller" pieces? Gotta love those harem pants... cannot LIVE without them!


Stay tuned... next post about the upcoming Marni for H&M collaboration!

Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve

It's getting cold outside! Have you ever had extremely dry hands with an itchy, rough, even chapped feeling? Let me tell you, in -40 degree Canadian weather this has happened! Horrible, painful... NO FUN! I have tried SO many hand creams out there and so many of them just did not do the trick. Some of them left my hands feeling sticky others stung my skin. 
There are a few tricks you can try out to avoid flakiness, that rough tight feeling and chapped hands. 
1. Avoid using harsh soap and hot water to wash your hands.
2. Apply hand moisturizer after you wash your hands and before you go to bed (you can put on special borghese gloves at night to keep that moisture in the skin).
3. KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED. Especially in dry climates you need to drink more water: at least 8-10 glasses of water a day.
4. ALWAYS wear gloves in the winter AND when you use detergents.
5. Exfoliate your hands with a light exfoliant to remove dead skin cells so your moisturizer will penetrate deeper into your dry skin.


My favourite hand moisturizer is the Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve. This completely treats your dry hands and does not leave your hands feeling sticky or slippery after using it. My hands have never felt so soft... EVER! You do not need to use much (about a quarter size). Now I haven't used La Mer products yet... maybe one day when I have tons of money to spend I will but for the moment Kiehl's is the best for me! I hope you try it and remember your face and body are not the only parts that need to stay hydrated... YOUR HANDS loose moisture all the time! Take care of them.
On this note... I'm off to bed with soft hands thanks to Kiehl's. 
PS: I bought this for $27 at Holt Renfrew. Enjoy!

House of Harlow and Jeffrey Campbell Shoes

First of all I apologize for the dreadful quality of the first two photos. I took them with my blackberry while I was pre-shopping at Holt Renfrew today. 
So the first two photos are shoes from House of Harlow which I just could not take my eyes off of! I love the fur on the black booties and my goodness are they comfortable to walk in! These would look perfect with my army green 7Seven jeans (that I will post later I promise) and my Heartloom fur vest. YUM! 
[why does everything have to be related to food? honestly!] 
The brown heeled loafers (well that's a little contradictory isn't it) are my favourite. That metal sort of copper detail on the platform part of the shoe makes my heart race. Uh Oh! Heart attack.... sigh. Can you just imagine those with a gorgeous cropped boyfriend jean or just a dark wash skinny jean. 
The third bootie is from Jeffrey Campbell. Now this caught my eye because of the spikes on the heel. I have a thing with spikes whether on shoes (the Jean-Paul Gaultier for Doc Martens seen in Britney Spears' music video) bags, or jackets. I would totally pair this bootie with something really clean-cut on top just to make a nice contrast. Anyway I don't think I will be buying the Jeffrey Campbell booties because they make my feet like massive. Since I'm so petite I look disproportionate. Such a pity...
There you go my shoe lusts for the moment, or should I say for the day ;)

Pre-shopping vs. window shopping

Do any of you pre-shop instead of window shop? OK maybe I should explain the difference.
Think about it this way: window shopping is when one drools in front of all the wonderful things seen in display windows. technically you aren't even really walking into the stores but rather DYING over the things you wish to have. I've seen people almost going into cardiac arrest!!!!!!!! No seriously sometimes you just cannot resist and the window shopping turns into actual shopping because temptation has devilishly taken over your mind!
Pre-shopping is what I have learned to do over the years.... YES years. Pre-shopping has three steps:
1. THINK about what it is you are looking for
2. SEARCH the internet for the perfect item(s)
3. GO to the store, try it on, see what it looks like in real life.
This process has helped me decide on what was worth buying and what was worth waiting for or even forgetting about.
Do you REALLY need these amazing leopard-print booties? In theory yes of course; your collection of shoes needs to be updated regularly. HOWEVER, maybe there is a better pair somewhere, and get this, with a discount.
Talk about CyberMonday... I am going NUTS here! SO many great deals!
Breathe...
Anyway, think about the concept of pre-shopping! You might get something out of it!

MAC Eyebrow Pencil

Are you tired of having uneven eyebrows, sparse hairs, having difficulty applying eyebrow powder, finding the right colour? Pencils are great but you have to sharpen them and make the colour isn't too dark (if you are a brunette, or redhead) to light (if you are a blonde).
MAC eyebrow pencils have a great range of colours suited to every hair colour. This pencil is also self sharpening, and perfectly defines and fills in those unruly brows while looking completely natural. It is very easy to use; all you need to do is apply light strokes from root to tip and brush through with a spooly.
I am a brunette (off-black almost) which means if I use black my brows will look to harsh. Spiked is the perfect colour for my brow hair colour.

MAC Spiked Eyebrow Pencil US $15

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer

Winter has freshly arrived and -40 degree weather is on its way. Cold weather and ice chilled wind means  the poor skin on your face needs extra care. Yes we all use moisturizer; is that enough for the harsh winter weather? You may not have thought of this but primer may be the answer to your skin's prayers.
Laura Mercier Oil Free foundation primer is a water-based colourless gel that helps prime your skin for foundation. This primer also acts in a way to slightly minimize pores and blemishes without a sticky or tugging feeling on the skin.
I have been using this primer for about two weeks now and clearly notice my foundation stays on perfectly all day. My skin has a healthy natural glow, feels softer, and is not greasy at the end of the day. This primer is perfect if you tend to break-out or simply have an oily t-zone.
Try storing your primer in the fridge! It will reduce puffiness when you apply your makeup in the morning.
The next step would be to try a primer for the eyes like Urban Decay primer potion. I have heard rave reviews about this product and cannot wait to try it out!

Laura Mercier Oil Free Foundation Primer US $30

Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual

I just bought the Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual today! So excited to learn tips and tricks from one of the most renowned makeup artists in the world! My mom had got me one of her first books about teenage beauty (when I was in high school and just started wearing makeup). I love Bobbi Brown makeup, it was the first brand I ever used for concealer, eyeshadows and mascara! This book will really give me inspiration for whatever kind of look I want to do! Bobbi Brown also explains how to apply eyeshadows for the kind of eye shape you have. Anyway take a look and you'll see... every girl needs a great manual on makeup like this! Thanks Bobbi!

Smokey Eyes

Here's my smokey eye tutorial on my version of a smokey eye :) The products I used are in the description box below :) Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to comment, like, subscribe!

Love & Beauty for Forever21

Yesterday I randomly decided to take a tour at Forever21. I was browsing and didn't really find any clothes I liked but OH did I find the cutest eyeshadow palette and eyelash curler!!!!!! While I'm waiting for my Sedona Lace palette I decided to buy this Love & Beauty palette. The colours are quite basic but there are some shimmery and matte ones. I can definitely do a lot with these colours!
The eyelash curler is well... an eyelash curler. I loved the rhinestones though :) A girl needs a little glam in her makeup tool collection right?
I am uploading a smokey eye tutorial on my YouTube channel(www.youtube.com/AlixStylist) right now using the Love & Beauty palette. I hope you like it and don't forget to check out my Facebook page: www.facebook.com/AlixBStylist
Cheers!

Sedona Lace Makeup

Montreal, November 13th, 2011

Honestly am I the only person who does NOT own Sedona lace brushes or an eyeshadow palette? how did I NOT know about this before? Well I did through YouTube... but I never really thought of buying one! Somehow I always thought that the eyeshadows I got through "gift with purchase" were enough. Obviously I have been missing out... BIG time. 

I have decided to buy the 168 Pro Full Colour Eyeshadow Palette and the 12 Piece Professional Makeup Brushes in Pink.  

I have been shopping for about 2 weeks now for a new brush set. I looked at MAC and Bobbi Brown and Sigma... Honestly they are quite expensive and did not find a full set of eye and face brushes. The eyeshadow palette is just extraordinary. It has shimmery and matte shadows in every possible colour a girl  could want! I don't think I will have to buy another eyeshadow palette in a long time after I receive this one!
I was also contemplating buying the Naked Palette by Urban Decay (which everyone seems to have on YouTube). I honestly do not think I will buy it because 168 eyeshadows takes the cake on the what... 8 or 9 shadows the Naked Palette has!
As soon as I receive these beauties I will do a tutorial on how to do a few looks with the palette and which brushes I use.
Stay tuned and definitely give me some feedback on Sedona Lace (even if I'm pretty much sold).

Soft Waves

Frédéric Fekkai

November 8th, 2011

If you have never used Frédéric Fekkai luxurious hair products, you are in for a treat! As for skin care, hair care is very important to have a clean polished look. 

Now ladies, we all use the blow dryer, the hair straightener, the curling iron, and hot rollers! Before using any of those tools, use a heat protectant to prevent any damage to your hair caused by the heat.

I prefer using a spray than a cream because it does not feel like I am wearing product in my hair. 

Apply this Fekkai heat and uv protectant to damp hair and brush through to get the product all over your hair. Then style as you usually would! 

Also check out Sheer Hold Hairspray from Fekkai. It is the ultimate holding spray and does not leave hair feeling sticky or crusty. 

Valentin Pereira Photoshoot

Montreal July 25th, 2011

one of my favorite shots from my photo shoot with Valentin Pereira! I styled this look from top to bottom, Zara shirt, 3.1 Phillip Lim pants, TOMS shoes, hair and make-up... me! hope you like :)

Bastille Day at Terrasses Bonsecours!--SOON

Montreal July 16th, 2011

Photos from Terrasses Bonsecours will be coming up soon I promise!!

Looks from Editorial Boutique

Montreal July 14th, 2011

 two looks I found at Editorial Boutique... when you walk into this boutique it's as if you were going to walk into an immense closet with a wide variety of looks and styles. they have designer denim brands like J Brand, Citizens of Humanity, and Rich & Skinny and then you have designer contemporary wear like Vince and then you have these amazing L.A. based designers like Audrey 3+1 (which I cannot get enough of!)... in their facebook profile they describe the boutique as walking into Kate Moss's closet! I love that you can buy a really expensive Vince or Alice + Olivia shirt and then get a fabulous pair of pants for $50! Love Editorial ;) Hope you guys like my looks!!!

bags bags BAGS!

Montreal July 14th, 2011

 these beauties make my eyes sparkle! the purple Marc by Marc Jacobs classic Q baby Aiden is my next purchase from Holt's Montreal. I love the pop of colour and the ostridge leather effect. Marc Jacobs you are SUCH a genius!
the red Prada is a classic! doesn't every girl need to own a pair of red shoes and a red bag? ;) this would go on the handbag classic shelf with Hermes and Dior ;) I wish I could afford this!!! don't we all right? ;)

Latest obsession from Haute Hippie

Montreal July 11th, 2011

Here's my latest obsession.... FUR! gray fur vest seen at Holt Renfrew Montreal ( I cannot seem to type the brand...)!!!!!! guess how much??? $725was it? or more I can't remember!!!! In love!!! OBSESSED! more obsessions coming up ;)

Alexandra St. Clair

Montreal July 11th, 2011

 This Alexandra St. Clair 72-inch black metal necklace with black and grey pearls is something I would wear as a classic statement piece. one must always have pearls in her jewelry box ;) Thanks Alexandra for following me on twitter!

Dannijo Desire!

Montreal July 11th, 2011

 Dannijo Lilith necklace... now THIS is a statement crystal necklace that NEEDS to be in my jewelry box!

Louboutin Love! Gucci Gush!

Montreal July 11th, 2011

so initially I wanted to post some photos of three outfits I found at Editorial Boutique but my silly blackberry decided not save my pictures in the picture folder... shame! I need a real camera I can carry around in my purse! instead I was thinking about shoes after watching Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model Cycle 7 episode 2... Grace Woodward was wearing the most incredible blue Louboutins... sigh...and another sigh...
the spiked platform pumps.... yum! NEED to have those in my closet.! and those laced pumps? let's give those another YUM! Christian Louboutin, you are my fetish shoe designer!
and what about that GORG' Gucci stirrup top handle bag.... in that sexy, eye-catching, mouth-watering, RED! mm mm goooooooorgeous! if I had that bag and those shoes in my closet I might just stare at them for a really  long time before wearing them ;) don't know why but somehow exquisite fashion pieces have the same effect on me as when I taste absolutely "to die for" "melt in your mouth" food! maybe it's because I'm French...food and fashion take up such importance in my life ;) 

Silk blouses, Tee Dresses

Montreal July 11th, 2011

what a busy day in hot sticky Montreal!  I couldn't help but notice all these ladies sporting skilk blouses and tee dresses (silk or cotton). this style is so easy, sexy, chic, minimalist... not to mention comfortable! I was actually wearing a sleevless slightly ruffled white blouse from Vince today with H&M beige shorts and my oh so beautiful Michael Michael Kors espadrilles. it was nice not to feel like I was melting (31 degrees celcius!!!). PS I need to own this SGC NYC gray tee dress...100% model cotton. I would totally wear this with a statement belt and necklace and some great flats or sandals... cotton and silk... sigh... must haves for one's wardrobe ;)

commence, instigate, create... BEGIN!

let's dive into my fashion world shall we?
it's a warm summer Sunday night, my blog layout is done (maybe some tweeking here and there), my magazines are laid out in front of me... what do I want to do? write, share, explore. maybe it's time to sleep soon. who has time for sleep? obv I do...

tomorrow will give way to new street styles spotted in the heart of downtown mtl!
sleep tight fashionistas ;)
P.S. is it me or is the fringe back in style... maybe it's because I just got mine ;)