If you’re looking to add some color or texture to your living room or bedroom, pillows are a great way to do that without spending a fortune.  If you want luxurious cushions for great prices then you’ll want to stop by The Cross in Yaletown tomorrow.  Friday is the start of their Annual Pillow Promo.  The staff have been stuffing and sewing for weeks getting prepared.  The Cross saves all the extra fabric from their customer orders during the year and then makes pillows out of the leftover fabrics.  The result is gorgeous, fabulous designer pillows marked anywhere from 10-80% off!  This is the third year The Cross has thrown this super successful event and it’s definitely something to be checked out.

Now there are some restrictions, the sale is on the covers only, feather inserts are regular prices.  Custom orders are also excluded from the promotion.

The first thing I do when I get home from work is throw on something comfy.  As much as I love clothing and fashion, when I’m all alone in my apartment I dress for comfort.  It used to be our sweats and hoodies were the least fabulous items in our closet; but that’s quickly become a thing of the past.  These flashdance fleece sweatshirts are the perfect example of how you can dress to impress, even when you’re not feeling your best.  This sweatshirt is perfect for throwing on and dashing out of the house.  As you can see below, it pairs beautifully with sweats or shorts.  You can find this sweater in a few colors at Oliver & Lilly’s on South Granville for a reasonable $48.  So the next time you feel ashamed to be seen in sweats, don’t be.  These sweaters prove you don’t have to sacrifice being chic for being comfy!  Plus who doesn’t want to feel like Jennifer Beals in Flashdance!

When it comes to applying makeup, the hardest part is making it look even.  To help achieve a flawless face try using the secret weapon of many a Hollywood makeup artist: the Beautyblender.  This spongy, makeup applicator is perfect for creating a perfect blend and professional finish - without leaving streaks.  Its shape and texture are what make it so effective.  The pointy side is best for areas that are difficult like around your nose, mouth and eyes.  The round base is great for blending on your forehead, cheeks and chin. The Beautyblender is non-allergenic, latex and odor free and can be used for wet or dry makeup.  You can find the Beautyblender for $22 at Beautymark in Yaletown.  For more info or to watch application videos and learn some cool techniques, you can visit their site atwww.beautyblender.ca.