Signs Of Spring
Spring is in the air – at least according to the calendar. Despite the grim, grey weather and yet-to-bloom plants, Spring does bring about one welcome change: shops are suddenly brimming with pops of pastels and elegant lace and basically ushering in the pretty. So even if the outdoors doesn’t quite match the sprightly shades of mint and peach and lavender you’re seeing in-stores, it certainly doesn’t hurt to indulge with a little Spring-y gift-giving.
Dior Garden Clutch -$75
This pretty beauty palette is a divine choice for your mom’s (or very lucky sister’s) birthday. Tucked away in a dainty woven clutch that’s the perfect size for tossing in your purse are three made-for-contouring shades embossed with a delicate rose print, and two sweet lip shades to help enhance and colour in your lips. Tis a splurge, but in the world of cosmetics, I firmly believe you get what you pay for – and this clutch is equal parts style and substance.
Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers – $5 – $28 @ Paddywax
Vintage-inspired botanical prints adorn the packaging for these fragrant products that combine garden variety herbs with unexpected twists. Pick up an invigorating Rosemary & Eucalyptus Diffuser for your boss’ new office, or opt for a cute and affordable mini-candle as a hostess gift in Asian-inspired scents like Orange Blossom and Jasmine & Bamboo. When the packaging is as pretty as the product, you know you’ve got a gorgeous gift idea locked up.
Rose Embossed Journals – $22 each @ Indigo
If the colour palette alone of these pretty journals hasn’t convinced you that spring is on the way, consider the other elegant details – like the rose-embossed print on the sleek leather cover, or the floral-inspired button closure to keep your precious thoughts secured away. I love journals because they’re such a ‘safe’ gift, but not for a lack of style or care. Pretty much every woman would love to tuck this book into her nightstand or briefcase, and it’s hard not to feel that little squee of excitement (and hopefully, inspiration), every time you pull it out to jot down some ideas or dreams.
Gifts That Bloom Aromatherapy Lavender Garden Bag – $11 @ The Worldwide Nature Company
Lovely lavender is awesome for a number of reasons. For one, even the most inattentive garden can generally get away with planting this bag and enjoying a bloom of pretty purple plants. For another, the possibilities for your new plant are pretty endless: from aromatherapy sachets to all-natural bath fragrances to herbed butters, there are plenty of ways to use this versatile perennial. Buy a bag for your mother-in-law’s birthday, or gift one as a thank-you to your kid’s favourite teacher.
L’Eau de Chloé – $82+
If the lovely celadon shade of the latest Chloé fragrance hasn’t hooked you on its representation of spring, a single sniff of the perfume certainly will. Picture strolling through a garden in bloom as the gentle layers of rosewater, lemonade-reminiscent citrus, and earthy patchouli blend together for a truly fresh, womanly scent. The elegant fragrance – and its now-familiar glass bottle – has a wide appeal, from young fashionistas to sophisticated ladies so consider picking it up as an anniversary, birthday, or a Mother’s Day gift. You can find it at select Holt Renfrew, The Bay, Murale, Shopper’s Drug Mart, PharmaPrix, Sephora, Mills, and Oglivy stores across the country.
Now, if you’re buzzing for spring, you’re in luck. I’ve got one bottle of L’Eau de Chloé to give away, and all you’ve got to do to enter is:
1) Leave a comment on this post by April 15th at midnight, with your pick for your favourite Spring gift idea.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around April 15th to select the winner, who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province. Quebec is not eligible to participate in this promotion.
4) Bonus Entry: Help spread some buzz for spring! For every Tweet, Facebook Post, or Pin related to this post, you’ll earn a bonus entry. Just leave me a link in the comments below so I can check out your handiwork.
Love prizes? Check out what else you can win through the Canadian Gift Guide by visiting the Winner’s Circle.
definitely Chloe … love the original so I have a feeling this new version of the perfume is going to be a favourite.
I like the lilac journal best
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I love the Dior Garden clutch. The colours are soft and fresh, reminiscent of spring.
Chloé fragrance would be my favourite Spring gift idea
I love the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers!!!!
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Dior Garden touch would be my favourite…I am always looking for ideas to decorate my living room.
I like the Rose Embossed Journals
Dior Garden Clutch would be my favourite.
I like Dior garden
would love the Chloe!
I like the botanical candles
I really like the Dior clutch. I actually saw this item on a tv morning show and it looks very nice!
I love the mint green journal.
I like the L’eau de Chloe
would love the Botanical Garden ….
I like the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers.
The lavender gift bag is a really good idea!
I would have to say that L’Eau de Chloé would be my favourite Spring gift idea.
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Crossing my fingers – good luck everyone!:)
I think the Dior Garden Clutch would make a fabulous gift!
I love the Botanical Candles and Diffusers.
I love the “Lavender Garden Bag” — gardening and the outdoors really speak to the arrival of spring!
I lie the lilac coloured Rose Embossed Journal. #CGG
I love, love, love Chloe !!!
I like the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers.I am a calm relaxed person and i enjoy the things that help enhance that.
I’m all about home fragrance so it’s the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers.
Would love the perfume or clutch
Gots to be the Chloé fragrance
Chloe for sure,… I love the bottle and it looks like the perfect gift!
My favourite Spring gift idea: The Dior Garden Clutch. So pretty and useful.
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L’Eau de Chloé …even the name has a flare…love Chloe’s scent
Mmmm, gifts that bloom is my favourite spring idea, that can keep giving through the seasons!
looks like it will be a wonderful scent
The lavender garden bag! Spring is the perfect time to plant!
Gifts That Bloom Aromatherapy Lavender Garden Bag – $11 @ The Worldwide Nature Company
Could always use new perfume
I love lavender, like crazy, so the Aromatherapy Lavender Garden Bag @ The Worldwide Nature Company would be an awesome gift to give but to recieve too.
I love this stuff.
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I love journals and the Rose Embossed Journals are very pretty.
Chloé fragrance would be my favourite of all!
Eau de Chole is my second favorite scent
I love the lavender gift bag…its smells so good
lavender garden bag is my fave
Fav. spring gift idea — gardening supplies, outdoor lights and bulbs to plant.
I like the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers
Can’t go wrong with perfume!
Love The Candles!!! Beautiful a must to try!!
I loved the Chloe perfume with the peach ribbon… bet the green one is also enthralling!
Love the Chloe perfume!
I like the Dior Garden Clutch
Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers – $5 – $28 @ Paddywax — I love diffusers and candles especially natural smelling ones.
My favorite is the Dior Garden Clutch
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I think the journals are adorable. Love the spring colors.
I love the Dior Garden clutch
the mint green journal! i want everything I own to be mint green this spring. so fresh and clean!
Love the Rose Embossed Journals♥
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my favorite is Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers – $5 – $28 @ Paddywax
I would love the botanical candles and diffusers or the rose journal. I love my house to smell pretty and I love writing!! Tough choice!! Thanks for the opportunity to win something!
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My favourite is Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers
I like Dior Garden
Definitely the Gifts That Bloom Aromatherapy Lavender Garden Bag
I like the candles. The smells sound great!
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Really love the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers
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Always like to try new perfume…
I’d love to get the bottle of L’Eau de Chloé because I heard it was an exquisite fragrance. I’m also interested in the botanical candles from paddywax. Thanks.
I like the Dior Garden clutch.
love the dior garden clutch!
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the lavenderbag
My favourite spring idea is the candles and diffusers!!
My favourite spring idea is candles and diffusers
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The lavender garden bag is my favorite and what a good price! You could give this as a hostess gift! Going to have to go and do some shopping!
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My favorite is the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers
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The lilac journal. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I love the Aromatherapy Lavender Garden bag!!
I’m in need of a good, new smell. And it’s too perfect because it is my dog’s name!
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Love the L`Eau de Chloé
I love lavender so my favourite gift would be the Bloom Aromatherapy Garden Bag from the Worldwide Nature Company.
I love lavender so my favourite gift is the Bloom Aromatherapy Garden Bag from the Worldwide Nature Company
I like the lavender garden bag.
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Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers
I like the clutch the best!
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L Eau de Chloe would be perfect for spring
For anyone who gardens, the Lavender Garden bag would be my pick.
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Those journals are adorable! Especially the seafoam green one
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I would like to win the new Chloé.
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I was just in Shopper’s Drug Mart and tried L’eau De Chloe. What a great scent for spring. I think its going to be my new favorite scent. Love it!
The Dior clutch is so cute.
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L’Eau de Chloé
L’eau de Chloé is my favourite!
I really like the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers.
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The Candles are Just Perfect!!!
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Gifts that Bloom Lavender bag is so much like spring.
I would love the Dior Garden Cutch, it is so movie glam.
I like Dior garden
For a thoughtful gift you can’t go wrong with the Rose Embossed Journals from Indigo. They are lovely & personal, yet practical. It’s just so nice to carry around too:)
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The Dior Garden Clutch is oh-so-cute, and has such fun colours for Spring!
Bring on the warm weather!
Please count my bonus entry!
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Love that clutch!
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Ahhh Lavendar!
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Glad to hear that there is a new version of Chloe. Has always been one of my favorites. Look forward to trying out this new scent.
I like the Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers gift idea.
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Easter means Spring! Hope everyone is having a happy one!
My favorite spring gift idea is a bouquet of flowers! They just radiate “spring”
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The Aromatherapy Lavender Garden Bag would be heavenly!
Besides some fresh flowers, I like the botanical collection candles and diffusers!
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Botanical Collection Candles & Diffusers !
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LEau Chloé is the best fragrance ever. <3
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i like the Rose Embossed Journals
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beautiful bottle
The Dior Garden Clutch, is beautiful #cgg