What I’m gifting: What I am giving my hubby – it won’t be a surprise if I tell you but I will give you a hint – it’s not a tie. LOL. No seriously though – he is an amazing cook and LOVES anything for the kitchen. Our latest obsession: STAUB.
What we’re coveting: A cozy night in counting down to 2011, drinking Veuve and digging into a delicious winter treat – cheese fondue.
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Cheers,
The Brill Team
What I’m gifting: Dad – he doesn’t need anything and every time I ask he says he doesn’t want anything either – while I find that extremely hard to believe I think I’ve finally figured out what to get him. Come Christmas morning he’ll unwrap a digital picture frame already uploaded with a variety of pics from various occasions and locations from the last 30 years, come on is that a good gift or what?
What I’m coveting: It’s been two years since I purchased my very first home, erggg condo and while I do love the baby pink tiles, ‘limited’ counter space and shoe box shower, what I really want from Mr. Claus is a new bathroom. I can picture it now, heated floors, marble counter tops, modern vanity, grotto shower – ok maybe thats a little too playboy mansion but you get what I’m saying right?
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Cheers,
The Brill Team
What I’m gifting: I’m going to sign my mother and I up for cooking classes. She doesn’t need it but I thought it could be a fun way for us to spend time together and learn something new.
What I’m coveting: My husband and I moved into our first home and I’d really like a modern new quartz stone countertop for the kitchen!
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Cheers,
The Brill Team
What I’m gifting: My Mum and I were at Teatro Verde a few weeks ago and she went nuts over this book with Clint Eastwood’s face on it. It’s called Wisdom and it’s a glossy photo book by Andrew Zuckerman who set out to reveal the truths of luminaries like Judi Dench, Jane Goodall, Frank Gehry, Ted Kennedy, and more. I had no idea she was such a Clint Eastwood fan so this will surely make her smile.
What I’m coveting: I’ve always wanted a classic tea set – what could be more wonderful? Such a nice thing to have. The more ornate the better.
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Cheers,
The Brill Team
What I’m gifting: Finally having more time to pursue her passions, my mother has once again taken up art classes. Every time I come home, she’s excited to show me her latest works: still lifes, portraits – you name it, she’s sketched it! That’s why I thought I’d buy her this Deluxe Sketching Artist Box. With graphite pencils, charcoal sticks, lead sticks and so much more, this kit has everything an artist may need.
What I’m coveting: When I am asked what I would like for Christmas, my usual answer is “Hmm, I don’t know!” This year is a little different as I do have a few things on my list. One of them is a lovely Diptyque candle, especially the “Feu de Bois” one. I just love the wood fire fragrance, which makes any room feel cosier on a cold winter day.
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Cheers,
The Brill Team
We can always count on blogger and fashion face Garance Doré for a daily dose of inspiration. Last week Garance illustrated her favourite beauty products and we loved it so much we decided to render the bottles and potions lining our vanities this winter.
Illustration by one of our own, Jura Landry.
J.R. Watkins Shea Butter Body Cream – Rich and whipped to perfection with yummy scents like Lavender, Vanilla, and Mango, this cream is an office favourite for its delicate moisturizing and all-natural properties.
Deborah Lippmann glitter lacquer – A couple of coats of Today Was a Fairytale is the perfect accessory this holiday season and contains virgin diamond powder.
Cromwell and Cruthers Shaving Oil – Borrowed from the boys, the natural formula hydrates the skin and keeps it silky smooth. Call it the boyfriend shave.
ORIBE Signature Moisture Mask – Give good hair with a weekly super indulgence that leaves our locks luscious. Pure luxury from the master of the mane himself.
Kiss My Face lip balm – The answer to saving our pouts from winter’s harshest elements. The subtle maple sugar flavour has guilt-free gourmand appeal that’s oh-so-Canadian (handmade right here in Canada).
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Ça y est ! On est en décembre, ce qui veut dire que le décompte pour Noël est commencé! Nous avons décidé de vous présenter une liste de produits essentiels pour survivre aux temps des Fêtes, avec un petit extra. Grandes fans de Garance Doré que nous sommes, nous avons décidé de nous inspirer de son blog et vous offrir … nos musts illustrés!
Voici donc :
Le vernis à ongles tout en paillettes « Today Was a Fairytale » de Deborah Lippmann - Parfait pour mettre un peu de brillant à votre tenue.
Le masque hydratant Signature de ORIBE – Un traitement capillaire de luxe pour commencer l’année en beauté.
La crème pour le corps au beurre de karité de J. R. Watkins à la lavande – Une crème super hydratante qui saura garder votre peau douce et soyeuse, même par les grands froids de l’hiver.
L’huile de rasage de Cromwell and Cruthers – Grâce à quelques gouttes de cette huile, le rasage se fait tout en douceur, sans déssecher la peau.
Le baume à lèvres à l’érable de Kiss My Face – Ce baume est parfait pour garder vos lèvres bien hydratées et les protège des gercures. Le parfum à l’érable, naturel, se mêle à l’esprit gourmand du temps des Fêtes.
Cheers/Salut,
The Brill Team
From Paris to Berlin to New York City, Jérémy Tarian is an eyewear designer whose global travels play muse to frames that are as artful as he is. Jérémy will be touching down in Toronto later this week for the official Canadian launch; we are excited to host him and showcase his collection with Josephson Opticians.
Click here to read his story + learn more.
Cheers (Salut!),
The Brill Team