JBU Lifestyle

By Malene Birger

Stephanie Blain — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:00:35 +0000

Outstanding quality mixed with style, completes Malene Birger’s fall 2011 collection. The Denmark based brand known as By Malene Birger has become globally recognized for its creativity and obsession with detail put into every piece.

The finest materials such as cashmere and silk matched with immaculate design assures our constant love for Malene. The essence of couture oozes out of the collections over and over again. Each season has a distinct and complementary colour palate that runs head to toe through the pieces including the jewelry and accessories. The vision behind Malene is to remain loyal in providing exceptional quality, that we could not agree more with as we see it time and time again through pieces with functionality, yet always class and elegance.

JBU has been loyally carrying Malene Birger for five years, and we can’t wait for the arrival of her fall merchandise. Come into JBU later this July to see it for yourself! You wont be disappointed…

More about By Malene Birger: http://www.bymalenebirger.com/

Forever New Nudes

Stephanie Blain — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:27:03 +0000

For Summer, nude coloured apparel and shoes have quickly become the ‘it’ look. From muted pumps to chain detailed wedges, JBU has picked up the perfect shoes to elongate legs and match a variety of looks. Whether flats or heels, neutral shoes blend in with skin tones to create an infinite line down from your feet because there is less colour for the eye to be distracted by. They are incredibly versatile which allows them to be paired with many outfits becoming a summer staple.

One of our favourites, Malene Birger, has included many neutral and glossy peach pieces such as tanks, a blazer and tunics we’re carrying for summer. A nude outfit is sexy and can appear effortless. Wearing neutrals not only highlights the aspects or accessories of your outfit you want to stand out, it focuses more attention on your natural beauty and the glow we all get on our faces from the summer sun.

Featured in this Photo: All at JBU, (top left); Malene Birger peach tunic, (top middle); Malene Birger bone necklace, (top right); Malene Birger peach blazer, Shoes: left to right; European Culture, Rosegold, European Culture, Modern Vintage.

Swamisz The New Flip Flop!!!!

Erin Ross — Tue, 11 May 2010 16:23:52 +0000

There is a new spring newcomer to the collection of the Australian shoe family- the Swamisz sandals! They will not take long to get used to , once you get them on, you will quickly realize what the hype is all about. Swamisz is an Aussie owned brand and the all natural rubber sandals are based on an ancient Indian shoe called the Paduka- traditional footwear of Swamis and Yoga masters. They keep your foot in place with a yogi-inspired toe plug and a simple support strap that goes over the top of the foot.
Traditional flip flops are great, but Swamisz just might be a bit better. You can relax your feet while walking in them-no toe clenching for dear life as you run to catch the bus, or your taxi, unlike the traditional flip flop, the Swamisz neither make the sound of flipping nor flopping, creating a ninja- like silent approach to simple summer footwear.
In the tradition of the original Paduka, you can wear Swamisz while doing yoga, in fact, a lot of people already do. They are flexible and comfy and if I may say so , they just might be to yoga footwear what Lululemon is to yoga pants. So come on down to jBU Lifestyle, in Uptown Waterloo, and give ‘em a go. They come in a variety of different colors and size’s and the best part is, they only retail for $24.99!! We know it’s not quite summer yet, but it’s just around the corner!!

Gentlemen, We’ve Got You Covered

Jo Vos — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:13:02 +0000

Any self respecting man should take pride in his appearance, especially in regards to grooming. Thankfully Bumble and bumble have really capitalized on this idea by creating God’s gift to men’s hair.

Say hello to Sumotech. It’s not a wax, not a paste and not a creme, but a midweight moulding compound that’s a combination of all three (and a miracle of modern technology).

If I could be a smell, I would be sumotech. If I was a single woman, I would date a man that wears sumotech. If I was a single man, I would be applying this product every single day to raise my stock in the world of battling vanities. This stuff works. So come in to the store to smell it, feel it, and get an idea of how we can increase your quality of life by exorbitant proportions.

Details:

Who: Anyone; a natural for short hair; won’t overwhelm fine hair; perfect for highly textural cuts.

When: Anytime; after Prep or Tonic Lotion; use on damp or dry hair to style.

How: Spread a dime-size dab or two onto palms and work through barely damp or dry hair with fingers and style; work quickly and try not to overwork; spray down with Tonic Lotion (or Bb.Shine) to rework or to cut hold.

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RECIPE FOR MEDIUM TO THICK STRAIGHT HAIR

Prepare hair with Tonic Lotion.
Let air dry.
Apply Sumotech throughout for added messy, low-gloss texture.

RECIPE FOR FINE TO MEDIUM STRAIGHT HAIR

Prepare hair with Tonic.

Slick back with Sumotech – for light hold and a matte finish.

RECIPE FOR MEDIUM TO THICK WAVY/CURLY HAIR

Prepare hair with Tonic.

Apply Sumotech from roots to ends for malleable hold and shine.

Comb through.

Spring 2010 Fashion Trends To Look Out For!!

Erin Ross — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:35:42 +0000

This Spring and Summer the “boyfriend blazer” continues to be a wardrobe staple. It is a simple way to look chic on a fresh Spring day or a mild Summer’s night. A slightly oversized jacket or blazer, sleeves rolled up, is the pinnacle of relaxed cool.
Here are a few tips on how to wear your boyfriend blazer. Choose a blazer that is a little oversized. ( as if you borrowed it from your boyfriend.) Make sure to roll up your sleeves!! No, this isn’t a recommendation, but a crucial element of the boyfriend blazer trend. Rolling or pushing up the sleeves on the blazer goes to balance out the look by implying that the sleeve would otherwise be too long for your arms; also exposing the wrists to make the look more feminine.
Try Malene Birger’s take on the boyfriend blazer and come into jBU and try it on you will fall in love with it!!!