Ravndahl tapped for MAC campaign
Vancouver-based beauty guru gets Creme Sheen lipstick released by cosmetics company
Vancouver-based beauty guru Samantha Ravndahl is among 10 international talents to partner with MAC cosmetics on a limited-edition release.
Ravndahl, who boasts more than 2.4 million followers on Instagram, partnered with the makeup megabrand to create a custom Creme Sheen lipstick shade.
The lipstick is a “light shell pink” hue that our tests show gives lips a soft kiss of colour that’s perfect for the spring and summer.
Ravndahl is joined by fellow social-media influencers and makeup artists Laura Lee, Gabriel Zamora, Fleur De Force, Alessandra Steinherr, Vic Ceridono, Fouz Al Fahad, Marie Lopez, Caroline Daur and Nikkia Joy in the release of custom creations.
The lipsticks, which retail for $21 each, are available in Mac stores and online at Maccosmetics.ca.
Dress for Success Vancouver event returns
Dress For Success Vancouver plans to open doors May 10 with the return of its annual fundraising event.
IMPACT 360 is back for its 18th year raising funds for DFSV’s Woman and Professional Women’s Group programs.
“Our theme this year is opening doors, celebrating the women and men who support us locally, allowing us to open doors for our clients,” Jennifer Halinda, executive director of Dress for Success Vancouver, said in a news release.
“We hope to raise some valuable funds and are so grateful to our loyal community who support this event every year.”
This year’s event will include a fashion show, cocktails and live music, as well as a live auction hosted by Postmedia columnist Fred Lee.
Dress for Success Vancouver is a charitable organization that works to empower women into the workforce by assisting with everything from career development coaching to acquiring business attire.
To learn more or purchase tickets to the event for $175 each, visit dfsvancouver.org/impact/.
Rapper returns as Guess designer
Rakim Mayers, otherwise known as A$AP Rocky, is back for another collection with Guess.
The rapper previously collaborated with the American brand for a capsule collection that included men’s and women’s styles including cropped sweatshirts, logo T-shirts, overalls and more.
The latest partnership sees Mayers delve into the Guess archives to create a collection of pastel pieces. Think retro bathing suits, more vintage logos and a whole lot of stripes.
To learn more about the summer release, due in stores in May, visit guess.ca.
Ann Taylor launches online interview series
American womenswear brand Ann Taylor has joined forces with author and Design*Sponge creator Grace Bonney to create a monthly online interview series featuring inspiring women.
Dubbed the Inspired By campaign, the initiative will showcase the day in the life of one new subject each month throughout 2017.
“We have been such fans of Grace and Design*Sponge since its very beginning,” Holly Tedesco, vice-president of marketing at Ann Taylor, said in a news release.
“And we were even more inspired by In the Company of Women and the way that Grace celebrates real women who are pursuing their passions — just as our millions of clients do every day. Grace embodies our belief that behind every great woman is another and another.”
The first video launches May 5 and will feature Agatha Achindu, founder of the frozen and organic baby food company Yummy Spoonfuls. For more info, visit anntaylor.com.
Ann Taylor will also be celebrating moms in May by featuring blogger partnerships on the website. For Canada, the brand will showcase Vancouver-based talent Monika Hibbs.
Straps and stripes at Hudson’s Bay
Because we could all use more stripes in our wardrobes this spring and summer, Hudson’s Bay has partnered with footwear brand Teva for a limited-edition sandal collection.
The two designs, which are available for men and women, see the company’s recognizable stripes featured on the straps of the sandal outfit’s equally recognizable footwear.
“Hudson’s Bay is excited to partner with Teva for this fun collaboration as we both share an adventurous spirit,” Hilary Kelley, vice-president of design for HBC Collections, said in a news release.
“Whether you’re on a great escape in the wilderness or trekking through the city, these sandals are the perfect pair of shoes to get outside and explore.”
The Hudson’s Bay x Teva styles are available in select stores and online at thebay.com and range in price from $75 to $99.
Special threads for mom at RW & CO.
Canadian retailer RW & CO. has a special collection for moms this Mother’s Day.
The limited editions include a T-shirt, tote bag, earrings and delicate chain necklace — any (or all) of the items you could easily give to mom.
The items range in price from $25 to $55.90 and are available in stores and online at rw-co.com.