The Royal Treatment
Every girl…or so we’re constantly told…wants to feel like a princess. At least a little bit. More often than not, those fantasies come out on wedding days and anniversaries, as well as, of course, a certain pending heart-themed holiday. Today’s gifts are in honour of that general theme – things to indulge in that small (or big, who am I to judge?) part of you that is craving the royal treatment.
Fascinators – See info / links below!
After last year’s Royal wedding, everyone was talking about the stunning headpieces that are the tradition of British high society at formal events. Now fascinators are gingerly making their way into mainstream culture, with Hollywood celebs and everyday gals donning them at all sorts of special occasions. If there’s a wedding on the horizon for someone you know this year, consider picking up a fascinator for the event. Score simple feather clips for your bridesmaids, a special piece for the mother-of-the-bride, or even something for the bride herself.
Pictured above (from left to right): Turquoise Enamel Flower Fascinator – $78 @ Curio Designs (Canadian!)
Fuschia Butterfly Fascinator – $25 @ Crown and Glory
Golden Yellow Fascinator – $167 @ Arturo Rios
Pink Velvet Flower Clip – $14 @ Urban Outfitters
Red Rooster & Pheasant Fascinator – $35 @ Clever Plumage (Canadian!)
5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring – $115 @ Ice.com
I mean, sure you could go the really literal route if you’re planning to get engaged, but I think if you’re going to channel a certain Duchess’ legendary ring, you may as well go for a funky chunky cocktail nod instead. Great for a night out with the gals – to let the guys know you’re taken – or if you’re simply wanting to dazzle up your everyday wear, this is a sparkling gem that won’t require a Royal salary to afford.
LK Bennett Sledge Pumps in Rose Gold – £195
People are crediting the Duchess of Cambridge with launching shoe brand LK Bennett into the upper stratosphere of fashion – particularly because the shoe of the economical Royal”s choice is a simple pair of classic beige pumps she’s been photographed wearing dozens of times. The LK Bennett folks are no slouches however; they’ve released a half-dozen incarnations of Kate’s favoured footwear, including this fashion-forward metallic rose gold pair. A serious splurge for a special lady, no doubt!
Naked Decor Pillows & Bookends – $44.95 to $49.95
Show your allegiance to the monarchy with these fun home decor accents from Naked Decor – perfect for the royal-obsessed in your household or circle. The pillows make a fun accent to anyone’s TV lounge, while the bookends are a quirky yet modern accessory for the office.
Vera Wang Princess Night – $50 @ Shoppers Drug Mart / Pharma Prix
Did you know there has been no less than five incarnations of Vera Wang’s blockbuster perfume Princess? And the latest limited edition certainly doesn’t pale in comparison – nay, it dazzles. From the spangly deep plum heart-shaped bottle to the gem-emblazoned crown topper, this is a scent fit for a lady-in-waiting. This evening re-envisioning of the fragrance shares sweet sugar and vanilla notes with the original perfume, but is switched up with a sparkling blend of juicy watermelon and berries.
Now let the fanfare begin, cause I’ve got a prize for one lucky lady-in-waiting: a bottle of Vera Wang’s glittery, glorious new perfume, Princess Night, which is such a hot gift idea, it’s literally hitting the shelves this weekend. To enter:
1) Leave a comment below until February 16th, 2012 and tell me which of these princess picks you’d most like to give (or get!) Be sure to use a valid email address so I can contact you if you win.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around February 17th 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 Time: You’ll earn a bonus entry for EVERY single comment you post on NEW non-contest posts over the contest period, as long as it’s tagged with #cgg so I know you’re angling for extra entries. Although for my sake? Please try to keep it to one comment per post so you’re not racking up comments in the hundreds.
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THANKS FOR ENTERING!!
Love prizes? Check out what else you can win through the Canadian Gift Guide by visiting the Winner’s Circle.
I’d love the sapphire ring!
Thanks for the chance
how do you choose a favorite? they all equally please me. I’ve seen girls wearing the fascinators and have thought they look adourable. I just haven’t been brave enough yet. It would have to be the perfect place to kick off my new look…maybe a night out dancing with the girls? As far as the ring goes, what girl doesn’t like bling? 🙂 The pillows would add to any princesses bedroom and those pumps remind me of cotton candy. I want to eat em. The perfume intrigues me, especially since it reminds me of my fantastic Xmas tree decorations. Soooo sparkly!
You’re too funny! Glad you liked everything in this post, and good luck in the contest 🙂
The beautiful ring is my princess pick 🙂
henglish at nb dot sympatico dot ca
I really like the Golden Yellow Fascinator!! But would I ever be brave enough to wear it?? not sure…
I like the decor pillows
Love the rose gold pumps for myself! And I think my daughter would look awesome in a facinator for her wedding next summer – love how the veil can be incorporated into the design.
Hey Lisa! There are a ton of wedding-friendly fascinators on Etsy so be sure to tell her to check it out. I just focused in on sort of all-occasion ones. Not that most people have MANY occasions to wear fascinators of course…
Hey Lisa! You’ve actually been selected as the potential winner of this contest – however I need to hear back from you by midnight on Sunday, February 19th. Can you please send me an email at canadiangiftguide -at- gmail -dot- com?
My neice loves Vera Wang Princess Night and I love the shoes.
Who doesn’t love to get a little velvet box??? I’d love to be on the receiving end of the Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring from Ice.com!!!
I would LOVE the Sapphire ring! (I’ve been looking for a sapphire ring for ages.. that one is gorgeous!)
Those head pieces are so cute! Adding a flower, clip, headband or barrette can just just the right touch to getting that “princess” feeling! 🙂
I’d love the LK Bennett Sledge Pumps in Rose Gold
I love Vera Wang Princess Night.
I love the pillows! That would be my pick!
I’d love the sapphire ring
I’d love the vera wang princess night pls
I like Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
I like the the Vera Wang ‘Princess Night’ Eau de Toilette Spray best. By the way, did you know that fascinators are no longer acceptable at Ascot? Horrors!
Horrors indeed! At least there’s still royal weddings…
I would love the Turquoise Enamel Flower Fascinator.
I would so love to wear the yellow flower fascinator, in a small community like mine wearing something catchy like this is noticed and I love to go out there and try new stuff. I would love to give it a try and see how it goes =)
I love fascinators and have worn them with formal and semi-formal attire. They are still not that popular on this side of the pond…
I would love the pillows, too cute!
Cheers.
i love Naked Decor Pillows & Bookends
I love to visit the fragrance section of Shoppers Drug Mart even if I’m not needing to replenish my fragrances…Vera Wang.Princess..Wow
I would love the perfume
I love the ring. So pretty
The Sapphire ring would certainly be my choice.
I’d most like to get the perfume.
I like Vera Wang Princess Night
I love Vera Wang designs so I am quite excited about a new perfume!
I adore the naked decor pillows. They would look fabulous in my apartment.
Id love to win the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume!
dalleykt at live dot ca
I would love the Ver Wang Princess Night, I’m in desperate need of new perfume !
I would love the sapphire ring!
The sapphire ring really is lovely!
I would love the Vera Wang Princess perfume–I have one already & its going to run out on me soon 😦
I would love the rose gold pumps, so simple it design yet, so elegant.
I would love to win the Vera Wang Princess Perfume!!
I would love to have the 5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring ! So beautiful!
ksceviour at hotmail dot com
I like the pumps because I am short!
Love this: Vera Wang Princess Night
umm…shoes please! but the perfume would be awesome!
The rose gold pumps ! They are absolutely gorgeous and classy. I have never seen anything like them. Wearing them would make any girl feel elegant and stand out.
5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring !!!!!!!! I LOVE jewellery!!!
I love everything and am not sure I could pick one…the ring is lovely but I also really like perfume and the Vera Wang is one I would really like to try. Thanks for the chance to win!!!
The sapphire ring is my pick! Beautiful!
I’d like to give the Princess Night to my girlfriend
tough decision if I had to choose I suppose it would be the Vera Wang perfume, how special that bottle is!
I would so pick the
LK Bennett Sledge Pumps in Rose Gold
bluebelle0367(at)hotmail(dot)com
I really like the Naked Decor bookends and pillows! The bookends would go well with the maps of the river Thames I have on my piano right now!
Jen
speckles10@hotmail.com
Hard to decide but i think i’d go with the ring…
i would love the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume. i loveeee perfume.
I would like the Sapphire ring. It is so beautiful.
I would love to have the perfume. Thankyou.
The Sapphire and Diamond Ring is so gorgeous!
My pick would be a fascinator…perhaps the Golden Yellow Fascinator or the Pink Velvet Flower Clip. I think they will add a little drama or funk to my wardrobe!
I would love the Arturo Rios fascinator! How could you not be blissfully happy with something that big and yellow on your head?
Sapphire & Diamond Ring , adorable
I’d probably choose the ring! Thanks for another great giveaway and for your wonderful gift suggestions.
I will go for the Naked Decor Pillows & Bookends. Why? Just to be different lol.
With 3 princesses in my house, the Vera Wang Princess Night fragrance would be the perfect gift to give them. The scent sounds delicious, I must check it out.
I’d love to win the Princess Perfume for my sister. She’s a Princess in many ways and has the biggest heart and she deserves to smell wonderful.
2012 has been a really awful year so far…i think i’ve done more crying in 2012 than i did in all of 2011!!! i’m a huge believer in aromatherapy…that vera wang perfume would lift my spirits i’m sure! 🙂
i would love the sapphire ring -it is my birthstone -lovely
The Fascinators are fantastic-inators! Haha! While I naturally lean toward sparkly objects (thus the sapphire ring) the Fascinators are really quite fetching!
I would like to win the perfume for the lucky lady
That’s easy!! A bottle of Vera Wang’s glittery, glorious new perfume, Princess Night!! I’m not fancy for hair accessories, do not wear heals, the pillows don’t do a thing for me, and I am allergic to silver! lol, only one choice left!
I love Vera Wang Princess Night perfume.
I would like the sapphire and diamond sterling ring from Ice. I have several pieces from Ice.com and I love their jewellery
I’d love the Vera Wang Princess Night Perfume
I’d love to win the perfume for my girlfriend 🙂
I like the yellow hat
I would be very honored to receive the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume. Thank you in advance ♥♥♥
I would love the sapphire ring.
Love the ring!
I’d love the Naked Decor Pillows & Bookends,… I have just the place for them!
I think the fascinators are cute, but I would never be bold enough to wear one. My favorite is the Vera Wang perfume. Love her stuff!
Those pumps look amazing. I’d love to get those for sure.
I love the Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring! It’s big, bold and beautiful. Thanks!
I would love to get the sapphire ring for my daughter Sara whose name means Princess and she is one in my eyes in every way!
Oh my gosh, what a decision to make! I love them all! But to pick out 1, I’d have to choose the ver wang perfume!
the Vera Wang perfume
I’d love to get the perfume. I love the bottle and I’m sure I’d love the fragrance too!
Thing the shoes are amazing but since I am not allowed to wear heels I have to go with the ring it is beautiful but the perfume is so amazing love love love the bottle oh no I love them all don’t know which I want more ring bottle ring bottle no I can not decide
winlorna @ gmail.com
My first time on this site, I would love to try the perfume, I think it would be soft and very subtle. Second choice would be the shoes, although at my age, I don’t think I could wear such high heels, but in this case, I would certainly try. Thank you.
My pick would be the pillows, love them!
For me it is definitely the perfume…since my husband complains I like to bath in the stuff….I am always on the lookout for a new supply!
I’d LOVE the blue or yellow Fascinator-love the netting on the blue one!.
And I am one of those people that would take anyone of the gifts you had to offer. I fear I would hurt one of the gifts feelings if I were to choose one over the other 😦
I could wear a ring of a “People’s Princess” , A shoe of a Cinderella , sleep like a Queen (or at least Sleeping Beauty) and smell like a Princess of Night!
Far be it for me to pick favorite! 🙂
For me it is a toss up between the naked pillows (perfect for my living room) the Princess Night perfume and the sapphire & diamond ring (perfect for disposing of the February blahs). After all what woman wouldn’t love a little “Royal Treatment”?
Simply adore Ice’s version of that iconic ring that Lady Dianna once wore, and has since been given to Kate, it would be a real “honor” to own such an amazing 5 3/4 created sapphire&diamond sterling silver ring, so lovely to wear everyday!
I would love the pillows & bookends from Naked Decor!
I would really like to win the sapphire ring…it is beautiful!!!
I love rings so I would go with the Saphire and diamond ring.
Love the ring and the shoes!!
I love the shoes and the ring the best:) They would look great on me!
The ring is so breathtakingly gorgeous! I would never ever take it off!
Thank you for the chance, whoever gets any of the items in this post will be very pleased. 🙂
All the best.
Love, Vanessa
OMG those sledge pumps are crazy cute, would love a pair!!
Nice design! Really pretty. It might make me to start using perfume.
I absolutely love that ring:) I’d wear it everyday. I had one just like it but it wasn’t real silver so it turned my finger green and I can’t wear it anymore.
The sledge pumps for sure!!
I would enjoy receiving the Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring.
I can never have enough shoes and I have never seen a pair in that golden shade. They are gorgeous.
I wear a lot of hats so the Golden Yellow Fascinator would be my pick. This win would be so awesome!
5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
the rose gold pumps! Is there anything sexier than nearly nude heels? I’m a burlesque dancer, and these would make a great addition to my footwear rotation.
My pick is Vera Wang Princess Night
I love Vera Wang’s Princess Night Parfume, beautiful!
Love Love Love the shoes by LK Bennett too!
I would love to get the Princess Night perfume by Vera Wang
would love the pumps or perfume!
love the saphire ring!
I would LOVE those Naked Decor pillows and bookend! They are uber cute!
I’d love the LK Bennett Sledge Pumps!! Beautiful!
Princess Night sounds like my dream scent! And that bottle, OMG!
I want to spend my tuition money on those rose gold pumps 😉
I so love the yellow fascinator!
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those pumps are gorgeous! I’d be lucky to win them 😉
I’d love to have the perfume!
So many choices.
Whats not to love about the Turquoise and Yellow Facinators?
The ring I would give to my daughter (It would be love at first sight!) and the pumps i would give to my friend “the queen of shoes” Carmen (She would Rock them!)
Vera Wang Princess is already my favorite so my gift to me would be the Princess Night
My absolute fave is the 5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring – $115 @ Ice.com! Stunning!!
I love the bottle of the perfume!!!
I love the ring… its awesome!
I would love the perfume. The bottle is magical and fit for a princess.
i love the blue sapphire ring
The Fascinators are quite the fashion statement and bring back a mysterious elegance – plus my daughter would rather wear one of those for her wedding instead of the more traditional veil
omg i would so love to have my boyfriend get me vera wang princess night perfume oh its so nice and i love it so much just like i would love to give my mom that pretty sapphire ring
The sapphire ring is so pretty! I’d love to receive it as a gift.
I’d love to get the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume. I absolutely love all of Vera Wang’s perfume – Lovestruck, Vera Wang Princess, Vera Wang Preppy Princess etc.
The Sapphire Ring Anytime!!! ❤ ❤ ❤
I love the saphire ring! I would love to get this as a gift!
My pick is the sapphire ring – how elegant!
flycast5 at yahoo dot com
all four of them are lovely but the vera wang princess night is priceless,id love to have it.
The shoes!
I simply love the 5 3/4 Carat Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring. It looks almost like Diana’s – now Kate`s ring. I`d feel like a princess wearing it and knowing that it twinkles and sparkles.
5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring looks great
I would love to get the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume.
I LOVE the 5 ¾ Created Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring!
But I also would adore the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume 🙂
the sapphire and diamond ring
I’d love to get the Sapphire & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring!
A bottle of Vera Wang’s Princess Night Perfume might be the perfect gift to give, so I’m going to give this gift to ME.
I love the sapphire and diamind ring!
I would love to get the Sapphire and Diamond Sterling ring.
I would love the sapphire ring!
Would love to win the Sapphire ring! (no rhyme intended)
I would love the Vera Wang perfume!
I think the ring is incredibly beautiful and would make any women feel like royalty! The new princess night perfume smells so sweet and amazing it would make an awesome birthday gift for a friend!!
I would love to wear the fuschia butterfly in my hair along with a spritz of Princess Night.
I really really like the blue sapphire ring
I would love , love , love the shoes. I have a real love affair with shoes!!!!
Naked Decor Pillows & Bookends are hilarious! Also like the ring!
I love ALL of Vera Wang’s fragrances!
My princess pick would be the LK Bennett Sledge Pumps in Rose Gold.
jmbarata21@hotmail.com
i like the pillows & bookends
Vera Wang Princess – Night Perfume, please! 🙂
I would love to receive the Sapphire and Diamond Sterling Silver Ring the most.
I would LOVE the Sapphire ring…very beuatiful !
I would most like to get the Princess Night perfume!
LK Bennett Sledge Pumps in Rose Gold – £195
I have a shoe obsession among others 🙂
I would love the pillows! They would match perfectly my decor! Love the fact that they are blue!
love the fascinators esp. the last 2
I would love to get the Vera Wang Princess Night perfume
Would love to win Princess Night
Love vera wang!! those shoes are my fav!!
Well, if i am a princess then I want it all! 😉
I would love to have Vera Wang Princess Night – $50 @ Shoppers Drug Mart
brendawitherspoon at hotmail dot com
I would love to feel like a princess wearing Vera Wang’s Princess Night.
I love the Vera Wang Princess Night to give or get.. Happy Valentines.
I would like to get Vera Wang Princess Night as a gift.
Vera Wang Princess Night is a nice gift.
love the shoew
Love the shoes.
Vera Wang Princess Night – $50 @ Shoppers Drug Mart / Pharma Prix
that would be my choice for myself LOL
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I’d love the Vera Wang perfume! I love that bottle! Purple is one of my fav colours, I even have two rooms painted purple!
i would love to give the vera wang princess night perfume
love the gold pumps
love it