If you are born to shop, have a keen eye and killer instinct for trends and you have the ability to figure out what people want, then perhaps a role as a FASHION BUYER may be a great place to start. I must warn you, it’s not as easy has it looks, you need an analytical mind, a good understanding of retail math and be able to take harsh criticism most of the time.

The Job

As a buyer you are responsible for purchasing the product to sell in a retail environment. Your goal, along side your team-mates, is to build a department the provides your consumer with the best products at the right time at the right price. In addition to ordering product, you are also responsible for analyzing sales reports … more …

I’d be a fool to pass up on a deal and so would you. To help with those moments when your wallet is feeling tight, I suggest looking to www.teambuy.ca for great shopping deals.

This Canadian group-buying website offers daily deals on restaurant meals, beauty products and treatments, fitness and sporting events and much more. Everyday there is a different deal and they are limited so you must get to them fast!

It’s very simple, just sign up, buy your deal and once the deal is over you will be emailed your voucher to claim your purchase. Recently, I paid only $67 for a Luxurious Swedish Massage at the Vida Wellness Spa which normally costs $135.

What are you waiting for? Go to www.teambuy.ca and start saving!

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Downward dog, pigeon pose and warrior stance. Nothing feels better than releasing a days worth of frustration on the yoga mat. Some days are harder than others but with a Baktuli towel, you will be constantly inspired to keep going.

Baktuli is a line of stylish, luxury towel designed in Canada using premium Turkish cotton. Protected with Microban technology the towels are anti-bacterial, stain resistant and moisture absorbent.

The best part of the towels are the inscribed inspirational quotes like “Everything in it’s Right Place”, “Smile and Receive”, and “Some Like it Hot”.

Get inspired, clear your mind and look great during your practice for $48 CDN. You can get yours on-line at www.baktuli.com

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Aside from opening one month late, the new Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel was worth the wait. Just walk into the lobby and feel the warmth and welcome of the West Coast. While heading towards the Olympic cauldron I took a detour at the hotel’s cafe, Giovane.

Giovane is lively, sophisticated and it’s a cafe +bakery + deli. It seats 42 people and you can go in for your coffee, tea and pastries as well they have a little back wall of unique gift wares. Bread and pastries are baked fresh every day and to satisfy your sultry side, the deli offers a selection of sandwiches, cheeses and pizzas. If I lived in the Coal Harbour area again, I’d be hanging out here.

1038 Canada Place, Vancouver BC, 604.695.5501

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I am feeling the buzz around town as we are 2 days away from the world coming to Vancouver. Here are some more goodies to get you into the spirit.

1.  The Want Essentials de la Vie Olympic DeGaulle Bag - Yes, this is quite the mouth full. The limited edition “DeGaulle” bag in white leather comes with interchangeable colored handles - offered in the Olympic ring colors of course. 47 of these bags were made to resemble each of the games held since Athens in 1896. You can get yours at Holt Renfrew downtown Vancouver for a limited time.

2. TNA jogging pant from Aritzia. There is no better way to show your support than to spill your Canadian pride over your derriere. Enough said, get cozy and comfortable with this … more …