La Vie en Rose is offering free express shipping on orders of $25 or more with code EXPRESS12 before December 17, 2011.

Click here to shop.

This has been all over the news the past few days, Andrej Pejic pictured above was hired to model bras for Hema, a department store in Holland.  The bras claim to fame is that it adds 2 cups sizes.  Sure, right? We’ve all heard these ridiculous claims before. But, what if I told you Adrej is actually a male and has no breasts at all!  Yes, thats right the beautiful model above is a male and has posed as a male and female for many years now.  He is stunning as a male and female, and yes he was born this way.  Very creative advertising. Unless told I woulda’ never thought this was a man.  When I saw this on Tmz, the whole Bra advertising was kinda lost though.  All I could think about was the model.

If you’re still looking for some last minute Christmas deals, Michaels is currently having a blowout sale.

No rain checks and deals go on while supplies last.

There’s a bunch of things to get such as ribbons, bows, ornaments, and the list goes on.

Click here for a more detailed list of what’ s on sale, and check here for a store near you!

Happy Holiday Shopping!!!

Wow, 10 days ’til Christmas!  To celebrate the official countdown we have 2 vouchers from Groupon up for grabs for 2 salads or 2 classic subs at participating Quiznos in Canada!  These Groupon vouchers were purchased directly by me and expire on December 31st.  For a list of participating Quiznos click here.  This contest is just a fun quick contest and the vouchers will be delivered to 2 winners via email in pdf format.

To enter simply tell us what your favourite part of the Holidays are.

Contest rules:

* One entry per household i.e. you may only leave 1 comment on the blog. If you want to discuss anything or share your thoughts please include it in that 1 comment.
*Age of majority only
*Canada only no purchase is ness to enter, odds of winning are dependant on number of entries received.
*You may only win a max of 2 contests throughout the whole giveaways event to give others a chance to win
*Contest ends December 15th at 11:59 pm (est) and the winner will be announced shortly after potential winner answers a skill testing question.
* You must use a valid email so I can contact you with details on how to claim your prize. Persons who enter with an alias(fake) email will forfeit their prize and a new winner will be drawn.

Are you a business who wants to featured in one of our giveaways? Email me at Sally@ smartcanucks.ca (omit spaces)

*Hint* Keep checking back for more random mini contests…

I’ve posted about this company before, but in case you missed it, The Yellow Bird Project is a company based out of Montreal that sells exclusive tee-shirts designed by well-known indie bands. Moreover, the proceeds are donated to a wide range of charities, including many Canadian organizations. The charity is also chosen by the band. Today, they are offering free shipping on purchases over $50, plus receive a free Save the Bird tee-shirt in your size.

Click here to shop.

The website Zinio is offering free online issue of a magazine of your choice. They have various options including Nylon, Seventeen, American Girl, Owl, Spin, Parenting, Working Mother, Viv, Parent & Child and a few others. Although, I’m 23 I still enjoy the odd issue of Seventeen. I do recommend Nylon magazine, I just already have a subscription.

Click here to choose an issue.

If you live in the GTA then it might be worth checking out this deal from Yorkdale and the TTC.

Until January 8th, travel to Yorkdale with a TTC DAY PASS and spend $50 at Yorkdale and receive a $10 Yorkdale gift card. Present your valid pass along with same day receipts totaling $50 at the satellite Customer Service kiosk located near Timothy’s.

Click here for the details

As many of us discovered, shipping rates to Canada are not ideal from Urban Outfitters, but if you have a store near you it might be worth a visit. They have a selection of sweaters on sale, ranging from $29 to $49. Again, this isn’t the cheapest store but I adore it, so I’m always eager to find a deal. Click here to find a store near you.

But in case you are willing to pay for shipping, there is one day left to receive 20% off an $100 purchase with code: BIGDEAL at checkout. Offer excludes gift-cards, instruments, furniture, electronics and custom tees. Click here to shop.

Although, I’m already a little envious of those living on the west coast, Style Democracy just informed me of a Designer Warehouse Sale from December 15-21, 2011 in Burnaby, BC. The sale includes 60-80% off brands such as Citizens, Kenneth Cole, Nine West, Zina Eva and much more.

4444 Lougheed Hwy
Burnaby, British Columbia
(across from Brentwood Mall)
www.directliquidation.ca

The Blackberry Playbook is back in stock at The Source.  While it’s no longer on super sale for $199.99 it is on sale for $299.99.  Still a great price for such a fun piece of technology.  Every time we go into the Source our kids play x’s and o’s on the Playbook.

Click here to shop at the Source

With any purchase, no minimum required, receive 4 deluxe samples (a.k.a. the BIG ones) and free shipping from Kiehl’s online store.

Just enter the promo code MERRYDAY at checkout. Remember, this deal is today, Thursday, December 15th, 11:59PM EST, only!

Looking for a last minute stocking stuffer for the little or not so little kid in the house?  Groupon has a great offer on tickets for the Harlem Globetrotters in April.  There are three different cities to choose from Kitchener on the 12th, Hamilton (Under GTA on the 13th, and London on the 14th.  There are two price levels to choose from ranging from $25 to $36 each depending on what city and seating you choose.  I bought 4 for the family, and floor seats in London. I am sure my big and little kids will have a blast. Click here to choose your Kitchener, London, or Hamilton (Toronto heading).

Have you ever gone to see the Harlem Globetrotters?

I have a feeling this won’t be as much of a hit as The Royal Collections yesterday, but if you like English period dramas these are great shows, especially Cranford. Today’s one day deals at Amazon.ca for TV shows are these two sets:

• The Elizabeth Gaskell Collection: including Wives and Daughters, Cranford (but not Return of Cranford), and North and South, for $37.99
• The Cranford Collection: including Cranford and Return of Cranford for $25.00
• .. another one, though, that’s an absolutely amazing English period drama, starting with 6 hours of great television in the first season, is Downton Abbey (on Blu-Ray for $29.99, DVD for $22.56). If you missed it when it aired on PBS last winter, it’s highly recommended… and you can catch up and watch Season 2 on PBS this winter. It’s an amazing show and received rave reviews everywhere…
• …. also, check out the 60% off select shows and movies for TV fans and film buffs

Until Dec 18th, get 40% off your entire purchase at Banana Republic.

A coupon doesn’t appear to be needed for shopping in-store, but if you want to shop online, use promo code “BRCTAKE40”.

Some exclusions do apply : Not valid on Monogram, heritage, 100% cashmere (sweaters, hats, scarves & gloves) & third party merchandise.  Promotion is not valid at Banana Republic Factory Stores.

I personally love shopping on the BR website, mainly because there isn’t a store near by, plus they have Free Shipping with a purchases over $50.  Don’t forget to take a look at this chart regarding shipping.

Today, Thursday, December 15th, 2011, receive 15% off on select items from eBeauty.ca, a division of Rogers’ The Shopping Channel.

Other promos on eBeauty include Free Shipping with orders of $25+ and a free faux snakeskin tote on orders of $75+.

Click here to check out the select merchandise that qualify for this promo! Remember, this applies to today only.