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Art Came Alive at the Vancouver Art Gallery’s ‘Art Party’ Spring 2025

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 28, 2025

On a beautiful spring evening in downtown Vancouver, the Vancouver Art Gallery welcomed hundreds of art lovers, culture seekers, and night owls for its much-anticipated annual Art Party. The 2025...

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Happy Hair Drops by Hello Joyous: The Plant-Powered Hair Serum You Need

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 26, 2025May 11, 2025

Hi Beauties! Say hello to your scalp’s new best friend. I recently tried the Happy Hair Drops from Hello Joyous, and let me tell you—it is pure, plant-powered luxury. If...

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Skincare Reinvented: Ädesē™ Brings Elevated, Multitasking Beauty to Holt Renfrew

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 24, 2025May 24, 2025

Beauty insiders are turning their attention to Ädesē™ (phonetically pronounced 'odyssey'), a Toronto-based skincare brand that is quietly redefining the rules of modern skin health. Founded in 2022 by creative...

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Glow Up Starts at the Root: Why SEEN is the Hair-Skin Hero Your Routine Needs

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 19, 2025May 11, 2025

Hey Beauties! Let us talk about hair goals—shiny, soft, strong, and smooth. If you are like me, battling the ever-changing Canadian climate, you know it can be tough on our...

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Aquila Elounda Village: Where Romance Meets Soul in Crete

A partnership between Folio.YVR & Luxury Lifestyle AwardsMay 12, 2025August 1, 2025

Tucked into the Cretan coastline and bathed in golden Mediterranean light, Aquila Elounda Village is not simply a luxury resort—it is Greece’s reigning destination for romance. Fresh off its win...

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Spring Eyes, Naturally: Discover Yves Rocher’s New Vegan Eye Collection

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 12, 2025May 11, 2025

Hey Beauties! What better way to embrace the arrival of Spring (and the approach of Earth Day!) than with a refreshed beauty routine, powered by the very plants that thrive...

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Adega Velha: A Legacy of Tradition and Excellence in Portuguese Wine Brandy

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 9, 2025May 5, 2025

Adega Velha, one of Portugal’s most esteemed and time-honoured wine brandies, stands as a beacon of tradition and craftsmanship. With a rich heritage spanning over fifty years, it has earned...

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Canadian Cocktail Bars Shine at North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 Event

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMay 8, 2025May 8, 2025

The whispers are true. Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy has once again claimed the coveted No.1 spot on North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025, announced in spectacular fashion at JW Marriott...

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Cigar 101: Your Guide to the Ultimate Smoking Experience

Vlad XanthopoulosMay 7, 2025May 4, 2025

Stepping into the world of cigars is like entering a realm of sophistication, tradition, and indulgence. Whether you have been intrigued by the ritual of cigar smoking or simply wish...

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Radiant Feet, Naturally: Luxurious Home Treatments Between Pedicures

Jade Massie, The Contour ConciergeMay 4, 2025May 4, 2025

Hey Beauties! Our feet carry us through life’s adventures, yet they are often the most neglected part of our beauty routine. While a professional pedicure is a wonderful indulgence, maintaining...