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Add Affordable New Looks to Your Wardrobe with Top Tier Style

October 26, 2017 by Kathryn Leave a Comment

Fall is one of my favourite times to try new fashions. While shorts and sundresses are fun too, the cooler temperatures actually add a bit more versatility to my wardrobe. But with back-to-school expenses and extra-curricular activities to pay for, I don’t want to spend a fortune on clothing either!

That’s where Top Tier Style comes in. The company offers trendy fashions at great prices so I can update my look affordably. This year, Top Tier Style offered to send me a dress and a pair of sunglasses to review. I knew at once that the Strap V-Neck Split Beach Summer Dress and the Black Lens Vintage Steampunk Sunglasses would be the perfect new additions to my wardrobe. [Read more…]

Look Slimmer and Sleeker with Built-in Shapewear Clothing from Svelte-Giveaway

March 14, 2017 by Kathryn 145 Comments

Having officially reached an age that could be referred to as my “late thirties,” I’m pretty pleased with my physical health overall. My weight is reasonable, I eat well and I manage to work out at least a few times a week (and sometimes even daily when I get in a good groove). But I do still have those problem areas that I like to smooth and tone if I can. And thanks to Svelte clothing, I can do that with no workout required!

Svelte features built-in shapewear to help tame that tummy, eliminate muffin-top and smooth your silhouette. Recently I had the chance to test out any item of Svelte clothing for myself and after some deliberation, I decided on the Slim Cut Denim Jeans in a size medium. I generally prefer boot-cut jeans since I sometimes find slimmer cuts to be unflattering, but with the right outfit, slim cut jeans can actually work well on almost every body type. I was curious to see how the shapewear would work with the slim look of the jeans to create a sleeker silhouette.

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Brighten Your Winter Wardrobe with Affordable Fashions from DressLily

February 9, 2017 by Kathryn 27 Comments

The final months of winter don’t have a whole lot of appeal for most people. The fun of the holidays is done, the weather is miserable and almost everyone has started to miss the sun. But one thing that can brighten up even the darkest winter day for me is a stylish new addition to my winter wardrobe! Of course, after the holiday buying spree, I don’t want to be spending too much on new clothes. And with DressLily, I don’t have to! The company offers stylish looks at great prices to help update a winter wardrobe easily and affordably.

Recently I was able to pick a few favourite items from DressLily to create some new winter looks and I couldn’t wait. I’m a big believer in combining timeless designer items with affordable pieces to create a style that looks rich and luxurious without the hefty price tag. With my choices from DressLily, I got to work adding my favourite winter wardrobe items and showing off the finished styles.

I started by pairing my favourite authentic Aran wool sweater from Ireland with a new cozy pair of Plaid Fitted Leggings. I bought the sweater on my honeymoon but I’d been having trouble pairing it with anything but jeans. The plaid leggings suited the sweater perfectly and when I added a pair of fur-lined boots, I had the ideal outfit for the chilliest winter days.

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Always and Walmart Are Teaming Up to Help Girls’ Sports Teams Embrace their Strength and Play Like a Girl!

September 16, 2016 by Kathryn 1 Comment

When I was in early grade school, my best friend was a young boy named Jamie that lived at the end of the street. It was mostly a friendship of convenience since we were within walking distance of one another, but we did enjoy playing imaginary games and talking about our future with one another too. Until one day when I came home in tears because I told Jamie I was going to be a firefighter when I grew up and he told me that only boys were allowed to be firefighters.

Our society has come a long way since my childhood days, but misconceptions and prejudices like the one I faced as a child still crop up in surprising places. My sister, upon completing her schooling as an electrician with top marks, wasn’t able to obtain a degree because no company would offer her an apprenticeship. A fellow school friend with a passion for hockey had to fight for years for a place on the boys’ team because all the other girls her age were playing Ringette instead. Instances like these are why I’m such a big fan of the Always #LikeAGirl campaign. [Read more…]

I’m Sharing the Secret About the Exclusive Women’s Fashions from Giant Tiger-Giveaway

June 14, 2016 by Kathryn 246 Comments

I’m pretty vocal about my love of fashion, and I put quite a bit of thought into selecting the perfect new pieces for my wardrobe. I’m a fan of combining pricey pieces from my favourite brands with discount finds to create unique looks that suit my own personal style. But despite my love of a good bargain, I’d never really thought of Giant Tiger as a place to go when expanding my wardrobe.

Then the popular Canadian retailer challenged me to Share the Secret about some of its exclusive women’s styles by heading out on a shopping spree and showing off my fashionable finds. Since I was preparing for a trip to Orlando in June and a Caribbean cruise in July, the timing couldn’t have been better. I headed to my local Giant Tiger store to see what kind of light, trendy summer wear the store had that would be a good fit for my vacations.

With exclusive brands including Lily Morgan, ACX Active and myStyle, I had plenty of options as soon as I walked through the door. In fact, the first item of clothing I saw was an airy Lily Morgan summer dress in the exact fit and flare style I generally favour. Available in a variety of bright shades, choosing a colour was no easy task! I decided on a rich blue shade and was so excited to see the dress cost only $12!

Next I wanted an outfit or two that were just made for cruising the Caribbean. A pair of Classic Editions crisp white crinkle capris were my first selection; I could pair them with almost any top and at just $12, they were a great deal too. I also chose an ACX printed blue tank that had a modern art style pattern I loved. While the built-in bra wasn’t quite able to handle my cleavage (cough, cough), I was sure it would still look great with one of my own bras underneath.

Then I saw the Lily Morgan lace shorts and immediately I wanted them. At $16, they were one of my more pricey purchases, but I love the look of lace shorts and knew they’d add an undeniably classy touch to my vacation wardrobe. Finding a shirt that matched was a bit more tricky since I wanted something that really brought out the shorts’ off-white shade. Eventually, a myStyle blue printed tank was my choice, while also being a steal at just $6!

Want to put together your own summer wardrobe? Giant Tiger wants to help! The company is very generously offering one lucky Mommy Kat and Kids reader a $100 Giant Tiger gift card so that you can share the secret about its exclusive fashion collections too! To enter to win, just leave a blog comment about what type of summer clothes you might want to add to your wardrobe if you won.

For under $60, I had managed to find three beautiful outfits that would be perfect for my summer adventures, both at home in Saskatchewan and while on vacation. Sharing the secret about Giant Tiger’s women’s fashions certainly isn’t hard now that I’ve seen what the company has to offer! From new workout gear to date night styles to light and comfy sleepwear, Giant Tiger has all your fashion needs covered!

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Add Summer Flair to Your Wardrobe with Sox Trot Knee High Socks-Giveaway

May 12, 2016 by Kathryn 75 Comments

With spring finally here, I’m having a blast pulling out all my favourite skirts, shorts and dresses in preparation for warm, sunny days. And that means I’m also on the lookout for fun ways to accessorize my favourite outfits to give them a little extra pizzazz. As a lover of quirky styles and bright colours, knee-highs seemed like the ideal choice for my wardrobe. And recently Sox Trot gave me the chance to review a few pairs of its knee-high socks to see how they could dress up my look!

Now the first thing I noticed when the socks arrived is that they’re really more tights than socks. They’re thick enough to be washed and worn multiple times but they don’t have the knitted texture of actual socks. I actually preferred that style, though, since it means that they’re nice and light for summer wear!

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Smooth and Enhance Your Figure with Amia Shapewear from Hourglass Angel

May 4, 2016 by Kathryn 11 Comments

Like most women, my weight has always gone up and down depending on the season, my eating habits and my activity level. But when I reached my thirties, I noticed a big change in the way the weight was carried on my body. For the first time in my life, I found that weight was accumulating around my stomach instead of on my hips and thighs as it had in the past. Basically, my body bulged differently. And I wasn’t sure I liked it.

I have pretty good fashion sense, so the shape of my body didn’t bother me too much. I just chose my clothes carefully to ensure they suited my shape. But recently I decided to try a different solution…one that many women in their thirties and forties swear by: a shapewear bodysuit. Hourglass Angel offered me the chance to review its new Amia Lacey Mid-Thigh Bodysuit and I couldn’t resist the chance to see if it made a difference.

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Encourage Your Little Girl to Release Her Inner Hero with DC Super Hero Girls

January 19, 2016 by Kathryn 20 Comments

Ever since I was a superhero-loving child, I noticed the huge discrepancy between the number of male heroes compared to the number of females. While there were a few action-loving ladies to idolize, the vast majority of any super team were men. And to this day, that trend has continued. Just look at latest Hollywood superhero movies! That’s why I’m so excited about the new DC Entertainment series that puts girls in the spotlight: DC Super Hero Girls!

This group of heroes gives new meaning to the phrase “girl power” as they encounter new adventures and discover the benefits both of their unique abilities and their friendships. The varied personalities of the girls means that every real-life little hero will be able to connect with a favourite character and get inspired to be super. From strong and fearless to edgy and fun, these girls have got it all! [Read more…]