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Win A Pink or White Crystal Frame Watch

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 09:40:06 -0500

Win a Pink or White Crystal Frame watch for you or your sweetheart!

It’s almost the most romantic time of the year. PlastiChic wants to let you know we love you by giving away 2 Crystal Frame watches. In keeping with the Valentine’s Day theme, you can win this pretty watch in either pink or white!

All you have to do is retweet this post! Winners will be announced on Monday, February 14th! Good Luck.

These watches are also available at The Bay and online at www.plastichic.ca.

Winter Whites

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 17:11:00 -0500

Its January already and yet it seems like it’s been winter for ages. There’s still months left to go, so it’s not too late to make sure you’re on point with your cold weather style. One trend that’s has been all over the red carpets is one that you can easily translate to your wardrobe at home. Here’s a few hints: you probably have it in your closet already, it’s a colour, and old traditions say its a no-no this time of year.

It’s winter whites! It’s time to break a few outdated rules this season with a few easy pieces.

One celeb favourite is the white dress. The upcoming award season will be a great time to watch the stars bring out some absolutely show-stopping pieces. Even in the warmth of Hollywood it makes you think of soft, pretty snow. Jessica Alba rocked Valentino Couture to the premier of Litte Fockers. Gwyneth Paltrow wore Monique Lhuillier to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Michelle Williams wore Dior to the Blue Valentine premiere. AnnaLynne McCord chose to show her individuality and fierce style at the Spike Video Game Awards in a crisp white suit that looks ridiculously hot.

To try this trend yourself the easy way: start with white accessories, which you probably have relegated to summer storage for a quick pop of the shade. From there you can go bolder with snowy white dresses, coats and pants if you dare to throw old traditional fashion rules to the wind. Go ahead, winter’s already drab, what you wear doesn’t have to be too.

First Watch Giveaway of the Year!

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 13:59:45 -0500

It’s a new year and PlastiChic wants you to start 2011 on time and in style. Not only that, but we are thrilled to launch our new online store www.plastichic.ca. To win a watch in the color of your choice, all you have to do is retweet the following phrase:

“@LovePlastiChic - give me a cool Ice Cube!”

We will announce the winner on Monday! Good Luck!

An Ice Cube is The Coolest Gift

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 10:20:52 -0500

For the ski bunnies and snowboarders on your list, there really is no cooler gift than the Ice Cube watch from PlastiChic. This durable watch is water-resistant, meaning it can handle any tumbles and all extreme sports.

Colorful and stylish, the Ice Cube is the best way to standout on the slopes this year. Sold at Boathouse, the Shoe Company and online at www.plastichic.ca and available in 18 different colors, this watch won’t break the bank at $39.99.

Shop PlastiChic Online!

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:04:46 -0500

Due to the high demand of our fabulous watches, PlastiChic is finally accessible to all the stylish people in Canada who want our colorful timepieces.

Shop the coveted Ice Cube watch online in all 18 colors, as well as the original watch 01 and the Crystal Frame at www.plastichic.ca.

We want to spread our style and color all across Canada so hop online and check out our wide selection of products, from eyewear to the gorgeous luxury Woody line.

Holiday Party Tips!

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 14:47:00 -0500

PlastiChic blogger, Rochelle, offers up tips to get you through Holiday parties with fashionable charm.

Christmas parties: Stop stressing so you can have fun!

The holiday season has sprung on us with full force, and with any luck you’ve been invited to a party or two. It’s definitely exciting to add a social engagement to your calendar, but can be a quite a bit of work to be a fabulous guest. Here’s a guide to some of the things every girl should know when heading to a holiday party:

Looking glam

My absolute favorite thing about this time of year is all the amazing outfits that come with the season. Shine and shimmer is everywhere, and the opportunities for a girl to get dressed up in her best clothes are endless.

Before you start putting together a cute outfit, check what the level of dress is going to be for the party. Black tie or Formal means getting dressed up to the nines. Expect long evening dresses and men in tuxedos. Congrats on such a high class invite!

Semi-Formal means you can break out a shorter cocktail dress and show of some leg. Guys can be a little more relaxed in a trendy suit. If the invite calls for Festive Attire or Dressy Casual, a sparkly top with cute skirt or a pair of nice pants is a great look. Casual means you can grab something in your closet and feel comfy as regular clothes are the norm. Remember though, these are guidelines; put your own flare in whatever you wear. You can always pair a Crystal Frame PlastiChic watch in your favorite hue with your outfit for a pop of color and a bit of bling. Fashion should always be fun!

If you are going to a few parties it can get expensive. Broke isn’t a good look, so don’t forget friends and family are great for closet raids! Do some holiday swapping, find some great outfits and save some money as well. That way you can put your money towards the million other things on your holiday shopping list. You don’t want to break the bank in on order go look good.

Acting the Part

Holiday parties are all about mixing and mingling and sharing the holiday spirit. Instead of worrying about a list of etiquette rules, just be your charming self. The same manners your mom would remind you of work in pretty much any situation. Have a good time and meet lots of new people but don’t go overboard if there are cocktails. There will probably be lots of Facebook picture and you don’t want to have to spend the next morning untagging your self from the majority of them. Talk to that new cutie the host invited and be sure catch up with your old friends. If you’re going to a house party bring a dessert or drink to help your host; they’ll love you for it and it will remind them how amazing you are. Be a party diva and work that room; you’re sure to be the life of the party.

Holiday parties are supposed to be tons of fun. Go ahead: dance, eat and be merry. It’s what the holiday season is all about.

Give Her Tiffany Blue This Christmas

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:27:00 -0500

Of course she would love a little blue box this Christmas. What girl doesn’t crave Tiffany blue? PlastiChic offers up a little blue for guys without a big budget.

Watch 01 - $25

Available at The Bay and Boathouse

Or get a little fancy with a chic Crystal Frame - $30, The Bay

And for your fashionable and sporty girl, The Ice Cube - $40 at The Shoe Company and Boathouse

Blow her away with blue this Christmas. Affordable luxury and perfect for any girl on your list. Watches are also available at www.plastichic.ca

LouLou Magazine Calls Ice Cube Hot!

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:38:22 -0500

Check out this month’s LouLou Magazine. The Ice Cube is featured as a hot watch!

PlastiChic Sample Sale

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:19:00 -0500

In Vogue, In Style and Lou Lou Magazine all agree that PlastiChic makes one hot watch. So we have decided to help you spread the joy this season - join us for a sample sale on Dec 7th and save $5 off any watch! Check out the Facebook event page for more details.

In Style's Holiday Gifting Guide

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 16:07:44 -0500

PlastiChic is currently featured in In Style magazine’s holiday gift guide! Watches are a great gift for anyone on your list. In Style chose the Ice Cube as a hot gift for the holidays, and at only $39.99, it is certainly an affordable one. This watch is available at Boathouse stores in Ontario and The Shoe Company nationwide.

Guest Blogger - Robyn - Toronto Girl In Paris!

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 11:16:00 -0500

My name is Robyn and I’m a typical mid-20-something year-old girl from Toronto. I’m in PR and love what I do. My two other loves are sports and tech products. But because of my love for sports and tech, I’m what most people would call a tomboy. These days I try to only let my tomboy side come out on the football field or volleyball court.

I recently took two crazy back-to-back trips to Europe in one month and wrote home to my girlfriends along the way about some of my nerves, laughs, and excitement. My girlfriends thought my notes home were entertaining and so I thought I’d share a bit about my unbelievable trips. Here’s my first note home (I wrote this from the lounge in Pearson Airport)

Up, up and away….to Paris?

Nerves would be an understatement to describe the way I’m feeling right now or the way that I’ve felt all week. A minute ago I felt so nauseous I thought I might faint, so I grabbed a ginger ale (because that’s what I drink when I don’t feel well) and decided to document every terrifying moment I was about to experience over the next three days.

I’ll promise to try and include some of the good moments in my notes home, but for now everything about this trip is terrifying. This is absolutely the craziest thing I’ve ever done – and I mean EVER. I’m the girl who moved home half way through university in order to still have dinner with my family every night. I’m also the girl who hangs out with her parents when I don’t feel like staying up to the wee hours of the morning partying.

Okay, I have to jump in here and defend myself. I’m not a total nerd, but I do love ‘family time’. My family is super close and we routinely have family euchre nights, ladies night and the like. Don’t get me wrong, I also love and cherish partying with friends, but let’s be honest, my body can’t handle going out every night. Now that I’ve cleared that up, back to my journal…

I’m sitting here in the “Club Lounge” aka the place where people come to consume adult beverages, eat disgusting app-ies and talk really loudly on their cell phones. I’m not sure if it’s mandatory, but I’m pretty sure there must be a sign somewhere in here that reads: “Upon entry all guests must place their cell phone volume on the loudest, most annoying ringer possible”. Note: my cell phone is currently on vibrate and will remain that way.

And that brings me to my next thought. How the heck did I get here. And why did I think this was a good idea. I’m petrified beyond belief to fly across the ocean on my own. Oh and let’s not forget that I’m going to a country where I don’t speak the language (I dropped French after grade 9) and oh yes, right, to be meeting a guy I barely know. I should also mention that this trip was booked by someone other than me so I don’t have all of my confirmation numbers, just a plane ticket.

Being a Virgo, I feel doomed and close to failure at this moment. While most people in my shoes (Nike Free 5.0’s) would feel thrilled or excited, I still just feel nauseous. Umm….“more ginger ale please!” Isn’t it Jay-Z who raps “On to the next one?” He’s talking about ginger ale for his tummy right?…Regardless, he’s a musical genius.

Okay so maybe I’m not doomed, but Virgo’s like details and are very organized, especially when they travel. A Virgo starts packing at least two weeks before any trip, not two days. A Virgo has city maps, alternate route plans, a schedule, hand sanitizer, pre-purchased city tours and does not take a trip to Paris with just a week’s notice. But alas, I am here…in the “Club Lounge”. My baggage is checked and probably being loaded onto the plane at this moment and I’m into my second pop, about to get my third (What? It’s free! And when will this ever happen to me again?). I have my $4800 (EUR) ticket that I’m petrified to loose and will be departing for Paris in T-minus 1.5 hours. F – I still have 1.5 hours….

You may now be wondering how I ended up in the Club Lounge at Pearson and why I was on my way to Paris, and those are both good questions. I have so much more to share and will include more details about why I was heading to Paris in my next entry.

Paris Hilton and Rhianna Love Blo

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:06:00 -0500

If you haven’t checked out a Blo bar yet, make sure you get on it stat! Blo is to hair styling what pink is to Andy Warhol. A fun, hip take on the everyday hair blow-out. Each franchise is aesthetically pleasing and you will immediately feel submerged in a chic, stylish setting, surrounding by white and pinks.

Not only will the gorgeous team at Blo style your hair, but each store carries a variety of cool products that fit in with the atmosphere and theme. PlastiChic products are currently carried at the Bloor West Village location. The Ice Cube is available in pink, white, black, gray and military green and they Crystal Frame and watch 01 can be found there as well. With Christmas coming up, it’s the perfect time to get a blo-out and a gift for someone special - or maybe just for yourself!

Wild One With Acid Green Ice Cube

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 10:24:00 -0500

Check out the Polyvore creation featuring the Acid Green Ice Cube by popular Toronto blog, HeyDoYou. This set, entitled “Wild One” demonstrates a fantastic way to incorporate a bright color into your wardrobe.

Wild One by heydoyou featuring heart jewelry

This watch is available at Boathouse and many other boutiques across Canada and will soon be available for purchase on our online store!!

Can you come up with some great creations featuring the Ice Cube?

Happy PlastiChic Watch Winners!

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 14:46:37 -0500

We had a great time on Saturday at Toronto’s awesome store, Design Republic, where we celebrated the timely arrival of PlastiChic on Queen St. West. Several lucky Twitter followers (@LovePlastiChic) received a free Ice Cube watch.

The Ice Cube can be purchased at Design Republic for $39.99. There are 18 awesome colors to choose from and are the perfect gift for the holidays. Stay tuned to our Twitter feed for upcoming specials from Design Republic and PlastiChic!

Watch Giveaway at Design Republic

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:52:59 -0500

Make sure to put a visit to Design Republic (639 Queen St. West) on your list of things to do this Saturday. We will be doing a live Twitter feed throughout the day and a few special watch giveaways to celebrate PlastiChic’s arrival on one of Toronto’s coolest streets.

Ice Cube on Queen St. West

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:32:08 -0500

PlastiChic is thrilled to be readily available to the swinging hipsters of Queen Street West in Toronto. The Ice Cube can now be found at Design Republic (located in the gorgeous Bourroughs building) at 639 Queen St. West. Stay tuned for tons of promotions, contests and giveaways coming PlastiChic and Design Republic. We will also be doing a live in-house Twitter feed on weekends to keep you updated on all the store’s great deals. With Christmas around the corner, make sure you swing by and pick your favorite color quick!

PlastiChic Time Change!!

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:05:00 -0500

Don’t forget to change your watches for time change! Here are some simple instructions on how to change you PlastiChic watches

Set the date and time – Watch 01 and Monochrome:

1- Press the A button twice.

2- When the month figure appears, press the M button to set the month.

3- Press the A button once again, the date figure appears and press M to set the date.

4- Press the A button once again, the hour figure appears and press the M button to set the hour.

5- Press the A button once again, the minute figure appears and press the M button to set the minute.

Generally, the A button is to select the function (month, date, time, minute). The M button is to adjust the function.

Set the date and time -Ice Cube:

1- Press the left button twice.

2- When the month figure appears, press the right button to set the month.

3- Press the left button once again, the date figure appears and press the right button to adjust the date.

4- Press the left button once again, the hour figure appears and press the right button to set the time.

5- Press the left button once again, the minute figure appears and press the right button to set the minute.

Generally, the left button is to select the function (month, date, time and minute), the right button is to adjust the function.

Blo Party!

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:59:00 -0500

On Saturday, Blo in Bloor West Village (Toronto) threw an amazing customer appreciation party. There were cocktails, gift bags, and complementary hair styling services. Wrists were adorned with hot pink Ice Cube watches to help celebrate that PlastiChic is now sold at this location. Check out all the great pictures!

PlastiChic is in Vogue!

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:06:36 -0400

We always knew PlastiChic had hot products, but when Vogue says so, it means it’s official. The gorgeous PlastiChic bamboo sunglasses (available this spring) are in this month’s Vogue magazine. We are speechless!

PlastiChic is At Blo!

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 09:59:50 -0400

Come Celebrate!

It’s really the perfect combination. The ever stylish and hip Blo - Blow Dry Bar is now carrying PlastiChic watches at the Bloor West Village location in Toronto.

This Saturday, November 6th, PlastiChic will be launching at Blo at the Blo Has A Crush On You.

PlastiChic prize packs are up for grabs, and there will be fun and goodies throughout the night! Stay tuned for pics!