Lipstick Lifestyle

When we started Lipstick Lifestyle over a year ago, it was our goal to bring you, our amazing readers, the very best of fashion, home, travel and technology. Due to the current economic climate, it has unfortunately made it impossible for us to continue delivering all you’ve come to expect from us here. It is with great sadness that we say goodbye.

We are happy to share with you that we will be adding fashion, travel and technology to our sister site, www.LipstickPowderNPaint.com, and we hope that you will visit regularly.

Thank you for your support and Happy Holidays.

Vacations are meant to be a time to relax, but for pet lovers everywhere, finding a place to leave your four-legged friend can add a touch of unwanted stress to your travels.

For those traveling to Miami, Oyster Hotel Reviews has compiled a list of the top five pet friendly resorts that go above and beyond to ensure 100 percent pet satisfaction. Amenities include pampering services, pet beds, and which hotels have off-limit areas and/or additional fees.

1. EPIC HOTEL (Downtown)
The Epic is a pro at pampering - doggie mats, bowls, placemats, and Yip-Yap breath-mints come standard in the rooms for guests traveling with dogs. Pets can also get pedicures, a shampoo, toys, and one-hour daily walks through the Epic Pet Getaway package.
www.epichotel.com

2. Loews Miami Beach Hotel (South Beach)
Standard amenities include a pet tag, bowl and treats. In case you forget anything, leashes, collars, beds, scratching posts, pooper-scoopers, litter boxes, catnip and rawhide bones can be requested. There’s even a pet room service menu with gourmet treats, and generously, no pet weight limit.
www.loewshotels.com

3. Mandarin Oriental Hotel (Downtown)
The Mandarin makes the list because of its over the top Marley & Me Miami Dog Days package, created in honor in The Mandarin’s involvement in the filming of the movie. It costs a pretty penny, but includes a training date with a certified dog trainer, a play date with a pet butler and a copy of the book Marley & Me by Josh Grogan.
www.mandarinoriental.com

4. Mayfair Hotel & Spa (Coral Gables and Coconut Grove)
A pet-friendly hotel that caters to couples! If you want a romantic getaway, but still can’t imagine leaving your pets behind, the Mayfair’s Very Important Pets program will provide them with pet beds, lounging mats, cookies and water bowls with bottled water.
www.mayfairhotelandspa.com

5. The Westin Colonnade, Coral Gables (Coral Gables and Coconut Grove)
For anyone that’s ever experienced a night’s sleep in the Westin’s coma inducing Heavenly Beds, they’ll understand why we couldn’t leave the Westin Colonnade off the list. They make a Heavenly Dog Bed! We’re guessing your pooch will never sleep so soundly.
www.westin.com

June 21st is fast approaching, and the hunt for the perfect Father’s Day gift is on. Dads do so much; it’s only fair to return the favour with something special. Check out our gift ideas for inspiration.

http://lipsticklifestyle.com/2009-fathers-day-gift-guide/

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We love summer. Why? Because it means patio season. And, patio season means partaking in a delicious beverage or two - like the Mojito.

Here is a tasty variation of the ever popular Mojito that we think you’ll enjoy.

Ingredients:
2 parts ABSOLUT VODKA
1 part raw sugar syrup
Soda water
1 Orange or red grapefruit
1 Lemon
Mint leaves

Directions:
Muddle mint leaves, lemon and orange slices gently with sugar in a rocks glass
Add ice and 2 oz. ABSOLUT vodka and stir
Top up with soda water
Garnish with an orange and lemon wedge, and top with a sprig of mint

Simply refreshing!

Bartender secret: Roll and lightly squeeze citrus fruit before pressing it in order to get out more juice.

ABSOLUT VODKA
www.absolut.ca
Available at your local liquor store