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Indigo’s #LiveInColor Spring Collection – Home Office Decor
For all you folks who work at home, you understand how important it is to have a work space that inspires productivity. Apart from stationary and the usual collection of books, Indigo’s new Spring arrivals also included stunning office decor!
From clean, minimal chairs to adorable desk toppers, Indigo has a wide selection of items that will spruce up your work space. There are even several different whiteboards and notepads to help you stay organized! And how adorable are those hand-painted globes? They may not be the most useful, but they would make the perfect addition to my desk!
One of my favorite pieces at all is the “Queen West” desk. I love the sleek wood finish mixed with the ultra-modern metal detailing.
View the full collection here
Indigo’s New #LiveinColor Collection – Home Decor
I’ve already mentioned how excited I am about Indigo’s new Live in Color collection, but I’m back to show you some more incredible items! Today I’m going to be talking about all the great home decor items they have to offer! They really though of everything with this collection – from beautifully printed laundry hampers to adorable ring trays with dreamy sayings. I love the vases that look like an aluminum can – how cute! They also offer great paper weights and other little decorations to add a little pizzaz to your home space. They also offer up both wicker baskets and geometrical metal baskets – perfect for hiding any clutter in a chic way!
Check out the rest of the home decor section here.
Join us for the #TangerineMoneyBack Twitter Party on April 5th!
Tangerine Bank just launched it’s new Money Back Credit Card that includes phenomenal ways to save your money!
When you sign up for your Tangerine Money-Back credit card you can select two (or three if you have previously deposited your Money-Back Rewards into a Tangerine Savings Account) ways to earn 2% money-back. There are no caps on how much you earn, can you believe that? The money-back you earn at Tangerine gets deposited directly into your savings account.
You can pick two of the above categories to earn money back on while using the car. I love that you’re able to choose whatever category is most relevant to your own lifestyle so you can reap the most benefits possible.You can change your categories whenever you like! And perks of signing up by June 27th, 2016 – your chosen category will earn 4% back in the first three months!
More Benefits
The card has a 1.5% foreign transaction rate, in comparison to the usual 2.5% rate you can save a fair amount if you travel abroad frequently!
Rewards Features:
- Earn 2% Money-Back Rewards on purchases in two 2% Money-Back Categories of your choice, and 1% Money-Back Rewards on all other purchases.
- Have your Money-Back Rewards deposited into a Tangerine Savings Account, and get a 3rd 2% Money-Back Category.
- Money-Back Rewards are earned automatically and paid monthly, and can either be applied towards your Credit Card balance or redeemed into your Savings Account.
- No limit on the amount of Money-Back Rewards you can earn.
- Change your 2% Money-Back Categories to suit your spending.
- Orange Alerts are emailed to you so that you’re up-to-date on what’s happening in your Account.
Additional Card Benefits:
- 1.5% Foreign Conversion Fee – one of the lowest in market
- Free Cards for Authorized Users on your Account
- Purchase Assurance and Extended Warranty1 – For most new purchases made anywhere in the world using your Tangerine Money-Back Credit Card, you may receive a lifetime maximum of up to $60,000 for the following insurance coverage:
- Purchase Assurance, which may automatically cover loss, theft or damage, in excess of other insurance, for 90 days from the date of purchase; and
- Extended Warranty, which may double the period of repair services, to a maximum of one additional year, when the original manufacturer’s warranty expires.
Want to find out more? Join us on Tuesday, April 5th while we talk about the #TangerineMoneyBack program.
More details are on our Twubs page so be sure to check it out here
Date: Tuesday April 5, 2016
Time: 8:00pm ET
Host: @TangerineBank
Guest: @krystalatwork
$500 in Prizing
No RSVP
Prizing for Canada Only except those in the province of Quebec
Curious for more information? Check out the great videos Tangerine Bank put together below:
Indigo #LiveInColour – Drinkware
I thought I had enough glasses in my arsenal as summer approaches but boy was I wrong! I took a look at all the incredible pieces Indigo’s new Spring collection and I can’t wait to get my hands on all of it! From cute coolers perfect for punch on a warm summer day to cute canteens perfect for the girl on the go, Indigo has everything you need to host an adorable spring soiree!
My personal favorites are the wine glasses and beer stein with cheeky little labels. They’d be the perfect addition to a girl or guys night in! And how adorable are the pineapple shot glasses?
Check out the full catalog here
Indigo’s #LiveInColor – Throws + Pillows
Throws and Pillows are one of my favorite ways to jazz up my living room and bedroom. If I’m ever feeling like I need a bit of a change and can’t afford new furniture, I just switch out my throws and throw pillow covers! It’s a great way to add a burst of life to a dated living room or bedroom. When I saw Indigo’s new spring offerings I got so excited! There new spring “Live in Color” collection has so many cheek throw pillows and luxurious throws at great prices! Plus, they have every color in the sun so you’re sure to find something no matter the color scheme in your home.
Check out the great selection of pillow covers and throws below or the online site here– you’re sure to find one that would be just perfect on your bed!
Fun New #Spring Arrivals at #Indigo
Indigo’s spring offerings have just landed in store, and my, do they put us in the sunshine-y spring mood! From books to home decore to tableware, there are so many colorful pieces to get you in that fresh spring spirit! I’ve put together a list of some of my favorite gems that just hit shelves across Canada!
What are you most excited for this Spring? Are you planning on picking some great new pieces after an annual Spring cleaning? Be sure to check out Indigo for some pieces that will put a spring in your step!
You can see the full ‘Live in Color” collection here
Wouldn’t this 20oz Cold Cup be perfect for a iced lemonade in the backyard?
How lovely is the sunny wooden ombre on this Le Creuset peppermill?
I’m such a sucker for a beautiful scented candle – they make a room so much more cozy! Indigo has a huge selection of candles, including their in house brand as well as fine candle makers from across the world.
The travel bug has hit! Although I don’t have anywhere on my list right now, this journal is inspiring me to hop on a plane!
This is one of my favorite pieces Indigo has to offer – a sumptuous throw in a regal color is the perfect gift for anyone!
#JoeFreshxFLARE
Canadian fashion giant Joe Fresh and Canada’s favorite fashion publication FLARE have teamed up yet again for another capsule collection of trendy, seasonal pieces. A cargo anorak, distressed denim, and a perfect pair of mules all borrowed inspiration from the runway, but at ultra-affordable prices.
FLARE and Joe Fresh also tapped some of Canada’s top bloggers to announce the collection, including Ania Boniecka and Sonya Esman of Class is Internal, on the May cover of the Magazine. The five multi-hyphenates who are on the cover are all Canadian bred superstars of Youtube, Instagram, and the blogging world.
The Cover Stars
Ania Boniecka – the Calgary based model and fashion blogger, known for her minimalistic style and sunny personality. Check out her Instagram here
Dajana Rads – the Toronto-born model turned LA-native who has gained a meteoric instagram following thanks to her modelling pics. Check out her Instagram here
Alanna Durkovitch – the Vancouver-based blogger and mom has the best vintage-inspired Instagram! Check out her Instagram here
Kayla Seah – Kayla is a New York lifestyle blogger who’s fashion and food filled Instagram gives you a peak into her jetsetting life. Check out her Instagram here
Sonya Esman – Victoria’s Secret just named Sonya the Sexiest Instagram Star out there – and they’re right! The Russian born fashion blogger has one of the biggest followings out there – coming in at 1.4 Million! Check out her Instagram here.
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Here are some of my favorite pieces from the collection:
I love this simple alternative on a white dress shirt – the mixed layers is such a cute and quirky touch!
Shop for the Mix Media shirt Here
How fantastic are these mules? And such a steal at $39
Shop for them here
Top Tech Trends for 2016 – GE Cafe & Keurig
Looking to find out what the technology trends are for 2016, and find out how they can be expanded into the kitchen? GE teamed up with TrendHunters to give us 5 of the top tech trends for the home:
Dual Purpose Prep
Nowadays, appliances have to have more than one purpose. And that’s because the age group that’s coming up as home buyers are some of the most tech-savvy, and have shorter attention spans. Millennials (1982-1994) work on an average of 3 screens (I know I use two), and Gen Z’s (1995-2009) have an average 8-second attention span.
Clean Connectivity
The evolution of the phone and the tablets show how clean designs are more intuitive for users. If a design isn’t intuitive, many would argue that it’s poorly designed.
Remixed Retro
There is nothing like bringing back classics designs, even if they were before your time. There’s a huge appeal for retro looking technology – but that’s brought into the 21st century.
DIY Health
As information becomes more and more accessible, and consumers are looking for ways to take control of their own health, there’s a surge in the desire to bring back a more DIY approach to health. Whether it’s simply growing fresh herbs in a window sill, or using less chemicals when cleaning.
Connected Home
There’s been a huge focus on the connected home, and how every piece of technology in the home can talk together. From biometric security systems to connecting thermostats and lighting to help reduce energy costs by connecting them to your smartphone.
The GE Cafe with Keurig
This is a first-of-its kind technology, coming out in May. You can free up some counter-space by bringing the Keurig brewing system right into your refrigerator door. This is your fridge doing Dual Purpose Prep.
I absolutely love this. The fridge no longer just dispenses water and ice, but your fresh coffee and hot water (with 4 preprogrammed temperature settings). And the Precise Fill setting, will give you the exact amount of water you need – no guessing or holding down a button.
And to top it all off, GE’s Master Filtration System removes 15 different contaminants, and a minimum 94% of 5 trace pharmaceuticals from the water. So you know you’re getting good clean water.
Having your fridge do more than just keep your food cold is brilliant.
The #HauteCouture of Faucets
Have you heard of THG Paris? THG Paris is a line of exquisite French bathroom fittings and accessories. THG Paris combines both beautiful French craftsmanship with quality design. The brand offers sixty years of experience in creating beautiful finishings for your home.
THG Paris has a huge focus on decadent materials, from Swarovski crystal embellishments to Gold, Rose Gold and Rhodium finishing. Every piece is hand finished by skilled craftsman and artisans.
Check out their jaw-dropping line of finishings, exclusively at Ginger’s!
#Millenials – Here’s How to Conquer Retirement!
I know, retirement may be a long way away, but that’s no reason you shouldn’t start counting your pennies now! You may want to focus on saving for a new ride, a new house, or even a vacation. But a recent study conducted by Tangerine Bank found that this isn’t the case. 62% of millenials have already started saving for retirement!
You love living a happy life now, so why shouldn’t you have a great one down the road? By opening up an RSP, you can put a few pennies away a month and thanks to a great interest rate, you’re on your way to owning a great vacation property after retirement!
So how do they do it? 42 per cent of the surveyed millenials said they make it automatic by setting up an ASP (Automatic Savings Program), and 27 per cent said they participate in their company’s matching program.
So besides working hard and stashing away cash for the good life later on, what else are millennials prepared to do for retirement? Tangerine’s survey also asked about some interesting sacrifices – here are the results:
- 59 per cent of millennials would only go out once a week to socialize with friends in order to retire before the age of 65
- 47 per cent of millennials would give up takeout food and cook all their meals to retire before the age of 65
- Over a quarter (28 per cent) of millennials would work 50+ hours a week for the remainder of their working career to retire in their 50s
So that being said, if you’re between 18-34 it may be time to start considering an RSP. Find out more here
