Guess what? It’s been one whole year since the launch of GracieCarroll.com – Happy! Birthday! Bloggy! Technically the official birthday is this Wednesday, October 17th but I always think it’s best to start the celebrations early, don’t you? It is crazy to think that it has already been one year; part of me feels like it was launched just weeks ago, and another part feels like I’ve been working on it for years. Either way, it has been an absolutely incredible year and I thank you all for your continued love and support, it really  means so much to me!

There will be a birthday party to celebrate on Wednesday night in Toronto from 6-10pm. If you’re in the city please come by the new Queen Street West location of Shop Sauvage to celebrate the opening of their new location along with my 1 year anniversary. Indulge in free drinks, food, dancing to the amazing DJ HUGGS and lots of fun fun fun! Did I mention 15% the entire store all night? If you’re interested in coming by to party down with us, please find more details at the bottom of this post.

What I love even more than a great party is awesome presents, and no birthday would be complete without many of those – am I right?? To show my gratitude, I will be giving away some of “Gracie’s Favourite Things” all week because in the great words of one of my co-workers at ELLE UK: “Everyone needs presents!!”

Check out the awesome items below, and the details to enter for each one. Enter for one, enter for all – it’s up to you! The contest will run for the full week, winners will be announced next week. Good luck!!

Black iPhone Case with Rose Gold Studs by Felony Case 

How sick is this iPhone case? Like, seriously, those are freaking rose gold studs! I think the only thing better in life than black and gold is black and rose gold. All Felony cases are made in Toronto which makes them even cooler because you know how much I love to keep it local. This is style and protection at its finest.

To Enter: LIKE Felony Case and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note: Felony Case.

*To double your entry, follow Felony Case and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @Felony_Case and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, follow @FelonyCase and @GracieCarroll on Instagram, LIKE @GracieCarroll’s photo of the @FelonyCase when posted and leave a comment when complete.

Intense Hydration Range from Burt’s Bees

Why do I love Burt’s Bees so much? Easy. Because it combines honey, saving bees and skincare – three of my favourite things in life. While I am obsessed with lotions and other skincare potions all year ’round, they are particularly important as we head into the colder months. So what could be a better addition to your beauty drawer than the Intense Hydration range? Ps. It smells amazing and is totally natural.

To Enter: LIKE Burt’s Bees and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note: Burt’s Bees.

*To double your entry, follow Burt’s Bees and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @BurtsBees and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, include in your comment what you love on GracieCarroll.com and/or what you would like to see more of before the 2nd bday!

 

All Canadian Crew Sweatshirt by North Star

Remember this old gem from What I Wore when I was rocking that crazy blonde weave? While I do love wearing it with platinum blonde extensions and leopard shoes, it is just as good when my outfit is a little more laid back. But seriously, freaking Drake has worn this sweater (not this exact one, but, you know) so do I really need to sell its cool factor any more to you?

To Enter: LIKE North Star and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note: North Star.

*To double your entry, follow North Star and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @NorthStar_77 and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, include in your comment what you love on GracieCarroll.com and/or what you would like to see more of before the 2nd bday!

Belvedere High Waist Skinny Jeans from Fidelity Denim

These Belvedere high waist beauties were only recently introduced to my wardrobe. After discovering how incredible comfy they are (not to mention the great fit) I said: “one of my readers MUST have these too!” In black, they are guaranteed to be my winter staple, already I’ve had a hard time taking them off. They’re basically like wearing a really think and warm legging with the perk of still looking like jeans. Choose between classic indigo or black, to match with me!

To Enter: LIKE Fidelity Denim and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note : Fidelity Denim.

*To double your entry, follow Fidelity Denim and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @FidelityDenim and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, include in your comment what you love on GracieCarroll.com and/or what you would like to see more of before the 2nd bday!

Vancouver Sweater by LINE Knitwear x Roots 

Maybe it’s because I recently fell in love with Vancouver, or maybe it’s because I love sweaters so much. Or maybe it’s just because I love the Canadiana brands, LINE and Roots! I’m not really sure of the answer but what I am sure of is that it is the coziest sweater to own this winter. This could be yours to snuggle in, but please keep in mind there there is only a size small available for this item.

To Enter: LIKE LINE Knitwear and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note : LINE Knitwear x Roots.

*To double your entry, follow LINE Knitwear and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @LINEKnitwear and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, include in your comment what you love on GracieCarroll.com and/or what you would like to see more of before the 2nd bday!

Lace Up Booties by Costa Blanca 

It is officially boot season and this is my favourite way to wear a bootie. For a shorty like me, I generally like to always add on an extra 3-5 inches of height every time I leave the house. I’m quite certain the height I was meant to be in life is much closer to 5’9″ rather than the 5’4″ I really am. How cute will these boots be with some wooly socks and a good skirt? Ps. Check out Costa Blanca’s cool new re-brand at www.costablanca.ca

To Enter: LIKE Costa Blanca and GracieCarroll.com on Facebook, leave a comment on this post once liked with your name with the note : Costa Blanca.

*To double your entry, follow Costa Blanca and Gracie Carroll on Twitter  and tweet “I heart @_CostaBlanca and @GracieCarroll! #gcbloggybday

** To triple your entry, include in your comment what you love on GracieCarroll.com and/or what you would like to see more of before the 2nd bday!

Once again, I hope to see you all out on Wednesday night! Please click HERE to visit the event page and find all the important information you might need to attend. See you soon and good luck!!