Canadian Living August 2013

This is the month of spending as much time as possible outside. It’s the month of frizzy hair, shorts, alfresco dining, sandalled feet – and, hopefully, a summer vacation mixed in there too. We’ve planned our August issue to prepare you for these lazy, hazy days. Find 20 delicious Tested-Till-Perfect chicken recipes (page 89), practical beauty tips (page 19) and essential fashion advice that will get you from hot days to cool evenings and then right into the next season (page 27). Along with this vital information, we are revealing a snippet of real life – a story sent to us by one of our readers. (In the past couple of issues, I’ve encouraged you to share your remarkable experiences with me and – wow! – I’ve received dozens of…

In regard to your article “Why Women Lie” (June 2013), I can honestly say that I do not lie and have little patience for those who do. It is, quite simply, an unacceptable expression of a lack of respect for one’s self and for others. The idea that one lies to be kind is nonsense. If you have nothing nice to say, remaining silent is a better option. – Janice, Winchester, Ont. FINDING PEACE FROM PANIC I wanted to write to you regarding “High Anxiety” (June 2013) by Kate Rae. I have suffered from an anxiety disorder for over 12 years. While I have made peace with it, it was so nice to read of another person’s experience that mirrored my own. There is a stigma attached to such disorders, but it shouldn’t…

WIN THIS POSITIVELY CHARMING This fresh take on the charm bracelet swaps heavy metal for flashy red leather cord. It’s a welcome addition to any summer arm party. LEATHER BRACELET WITH STERLING SILVER CLASP, $60; AND SCOOTER CHARM, $50; PANDORA.NET. SCENTS OF THE SEASON Like a summer evening in a bottle, this new fragrance has notes of mandarin, bergamot, lichee and vanilla-infused caramel. It’s hot, sexy and incredibly sensual. DESIRE BY DOLCE & GABBANA THE ONE EAU DE PARFUM, 75 ML, $139, SEPHORA.CA. SHADY LADY Take a stand against squinting with a stylish pair of UV-blocking sunnies. RAY-BAN 2140, $196, LENSCRAFTERS.CA. FANCY FEET What’s a summer ensemble without a hit of high-impact colour? We love the combination of fiery red and zesty orange in these pretty patent pumps. NEW EGIZIA PUMPS, $200, GEOX.COM. FACE TIME As fashion accessories continue to grow brawnier, so do…

Once again, powerful winged eyes dominated the season’s runways, but this time around the lines were straighter, longer and thicker. Take baby steps into this trend by trying a user-friendly pencil, or go all out with a steady hand and some liquid liner. 1. BEGINNER: RIMMEL LONDON SCANDALEYES WATERPROOF KOHL IN BLACK, $7, SHOPPERSDRUGMART.CA. 2. INTERMEDIATE: BOBBI BROWN LONG-WEAR GEL EYELINER IN STEEL INK, $27, BOBBIBROWN.CA. LANCÔME LINER DESIGN DUAL-END LINER & SMUDGER BRUSH, $25, LANCOME.CA. 3. EXPERT: SMASHBOX LIMITLESS LIQUID LINER PEN IN JET BLACK, $25, SEPHORA.CA.…

MINTY FRESH This cool green hue has already hit it big on the fashion scene, but now it’s making its mark on beauty too. Freshen up your everyday makeup with icy-green lids or a minty mani. Win THIS Score this entire pastel prize pack. Enter online at canadianliving.com/winthis. SNEAK PEEK: STROKES OF GENIUS An artist is only as good as her tools, so having 76 brushes should make her great, right? Dany Sanz thinks so. Only her brushes aren’t crafted for canvases; she designed them exclusively for the human landscape. A painter turned makeup artist, Sanz is the mastermind behind the French cosmetic brand Make Up For Ever. In September, the company will launch this massive new brush collection, called The Art of Brushes. Each brush is made from 100 percent synthetic fibres that offer…

Every woman needs at least one great pair of shorts. We’ve done the legwork and found the best styles for your shape. IF YOU HAVE WIDE HIPS... Choose a body-skimming style (no pleats, no bulky pockets and no embroidery) that hugs the body without being tight. GARDEN FLORAL SHORTS, $58, ANNTAYLOR.COM. Look for shorts made of a structured, stretchy fabric for a super slimming effect. PINSTRIPED SHORTS, $60, EXPRESS.COM. IF YOU HAVE AN HOURGLASS FIGURE... If you really want to play up the narrowest part of your body, try a bow-tied pair that sits on your waist. SHORTS, $62, BANANAREPUBLIC.CA. Look for a mid-rise style and contoured waistband to enhance your waist. GEO-PRINT SHORTS, $35, SMARTSET.CA. IF YOU HAVE A BOYISH FIGURE... If you don’t have your own padding, fake it with details such as busy patterns and…