Nickified: Living Positively Fabulous
About Me
- Nickie Mackoway
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- Fashion Stylist/Coach,Kingsway Mall Style Council Member, Mrs Canada 2006, Hairstylist and Makeup artist to the best clients, Mother of 2, and Wife to the #1 husband in the world!
Monday, 19 March 2012
Monday, 9 January 2012
I Am Blank Because...
A bunch of other bloggers I follow are doing this... so I'm jumping on the bandwagon cuz it looks fun. And it's a great way to start the year!
I am WEIRD because...
I scratch the roof of my mouth with my tongue...a lot.
I won't pull my kids wiggly teeth, but I'm not scared of mice or spiders.
I love dressing up real people, but hate playing barbies.
I love being on TV.
It's difficult to embarrass me.
I am a BAD FRIEND because....
I rarely return phone calls due to the fact that I dislike being on the phone.
I am very very forgetful...which includes birthday dates.
I am too busy.
I often interrupt during conversations.
I am a GOOD FRIEND because...
I'm really good at keeping secrets.
I love to make my friends feel good about themselves.
I'm very real and open about my struggles and failings.
I don't hold grudges. (very often)
I am SAD because...
I'd like to spend more time with my husband.
I wish I was better at playing with my kids.
I have had to say goodbye to people that I didn't want to.
I can't seem to figure out how to make my passion into a full time job.
People I love are hurting in their marriages and relationships and I can't fix it.
I am HAPPY because...
I have the best husband and kids in the world. (seriously...check Guinness World Records)
I LOVE my job.
My family's home is wrapped in love and built on a foundation of faith with God at the center.
I have friendships that will last a lifetime.
I am EXCITED for...
The moment everyone realizes the world didn't end this year.
My 2012 photo folder to fill up with memories.
The next 5 months of adventures as a Kingsway Mall Stylist.
Baseball Season.
Mexico in February.
This headache to go away.
I scratch the roof of my mouth with my tongue...a lot.
I won't pull my kids wiggly teeth, but I'm not scared of mice or spiders.
I love dressing up real people, but hate playing barbies.
I love being on TV.
It's difficult to embarrass me.
I rarely return phone calls due to the fact that I dislike being on the phone.
I am very very forgetful...which includes birthday dates.
I am too busy.
I often interrupt during conversations.I am a GOOD FRIEND because...
I'm really good at keeping secrets.
I love to make my friends feel good about themselves.
I'm very real and open about my struggles and failings.
I don't hold grudges. (very often)
I am SAD because...
I'd like to spend more time with my husband.I wish I was better at playing with my kids.
I have had to say goodbye to people that I didn't want to.
I can't seem to figure out how to make my passion into a full time job.
People I love are hurting in their marriages and relationships and I can't fix it.
I am HAPPY because...
I have the best husband and kids in the world. (seriously...check Guinness World Records)
I LOVE my job.
My family's home is wrapped in love and built on a foundation of faith with God at the center.
I have friendships that will last a lifetime.
I am EXCITED for...
The moment everyone realizes the world didn't end this year.
My 2012 photo folder to fill up with memories.
The next 5 months of adventures as a Kingsway Mall Stylist.
Baseball Season.
Mexico in February.
This headache to go away.
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
Brrrr...ooots!
It's that time...the snow has fallen and frantic moms are searching for warm boots for their kids! What makes a good boot?
Sorel is a name that is often tossed around as a good brand name. But how many of you have spent the extra $$ only to have your kids crying that they have popsicle toes!
Ugg has become the signature brand for cozy toes...and in my opinion has become an iconic symbol of cold weather! I LOVE how warm sheepskin boots keep my feet...but what's the deal with the super smooth soles? A couple years ago I was outside doing supervision at recess and a soccer ball made it's way towards me. Being the super cool substitute teachers aide...I decided it would be fun to do a full out wind up and kick it back to them...well, I wound up...right on my butt! The kids loved it all right! Stupid Uggs!
SO to add to the "perfect winter boot" requirements...I also must find boots with grips!
TAADAAA!!!
Warm feet, dry, and cute
....doesn't sound like a lot to ask, but ask just about any mom in Canada, and I'm sure you'll find they HATE trying to find good winter boots for their kids. Sorel is a name that is often tossed around as a good brand name. But how many of you have spent the extra $$ only to have your kids crying that they have popsicle toes!
Ugg has become the signature brand for cozy toes...and in my opinion has become an iconic symbol of cold weather! I LOVE how warm sheepskin boots keep my feet...but what's the deal with the super smooth soles? A couple years ago I was outside doing supervision at recess and a soccer ball made it's way towards me. Being the super cool substitute teachers aide...I decided it would be fun to do a full out wind up and kick it back to them...well, I wound up...right on my butt! The kids loved it all right! Stupid Uggs!
SO to add to the "perfect winter boot" requirements...I also must find boots with grips!
TAADAAA!!!
$50.93(on sale!)
Buy It Now for $102.24
In my mind...it's worth spending just a little more to keep their toes on their feet and their bums off the ground!
Happy shopping!
Thursday, 3 November 2011
Joeffer Caoc and My Filosophy Night of Giving and Fashion
A red carpet event was held last night in the midst of beautiful people, food, clothing and Lexus cars! It was a fabulous event put on my Tannis Davidson(My Filosophy) in support of The Stollery Childrens Hospital, a cause I'm always happy to open my wallet to!
Later on in the evening we enjoyed the great opportunity to see Joeffer Caoc's spring/summer 2012 collection! The volunteer models did such a great job showing off his collection of light airy colors and fun sporty fashions. I especially enjoyed the pops of sparkle!
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| City and Dale's Kendall Barber |
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| My Favorite of the night! Mixture of texture and delicate sparkle! Plus, I loved the models smiley face every time she came out! |
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| My favorite dress of the night! Gorgeous! |
All in all it was a fabulous time...I even walked the runway showing off the bracelet I bought last night and earned a prize for my bravery!
Tuesday, 25 October 2011
Healthy Deodorant...do I HAVE to smell like Eucalyptus???
As a child, my family was very health conscious. The woes of the worlds ways were steadily brought to my attention by my diligent mother. It is believed by some that wearing a battery operated watch is detrimental to your health...I don't remember why. Maybe I can't remember because of the aluminum poisoning brought on by ingredients in my toothpaste and anti-persperant!!
Due to my childhood training, I am afraid of anti-persperant. Every time I've worn it, I worry that my longing to smell nice will translate into memory loss in my future. (Aluminum causes Alzheimer's)
I wonder if there is a name for that fear... like persperphobia.
So, my life has consisted of a long drawn out search for deodorants...for they do not contain aluminum. For years, many of the typical hygiene companies made deodorants and they were readily available on my pharmacy shelf. Then one day, they disappeared! What was a sweaty girl to do? The idea of rubbing a scentless crystal rock under my arm, just didn't appeal to me. And scouring the health food stores left my nose wrinkled in disgust at the smell of the Chamomile or Lavender options they sold.
Then one day...at the back of my favorite gossip magazine...my little eye did spy... "THE HEALTHY DEODORANT" and to my extreme excitement the ad went on too say that it came in my very favorite scent! VANILLA!!! To Google I quickly headed, to search for a store in Edmonton that might carry it. Voila! Sephora!
I was a happy girl! The LAVANILA product was all I hoped it would be and more! I didn't even mind the $23 price tag since it really lasts a long time!
But a few weeks ago, I decided to try my local pharmacy one more time and was happy to see new options available! So I've given two new products a try and am happy with both their scent and their "service"
Their price tag makes me smile too as they were both under $5!
So... happy smelling folks!
And thanks to no aluminum...this is a life lesson I'll always remember!
Due to my childhood training, I am afraid of anti-persperant. Every time I've worn it, I worry that my longing to smell nice will translate into memory loss in my future. (Aluminum causes Alzheimer's)
I wonder if there is a name for that fear... like persperphobia.
So, my life has consisted of a long drawn out search for deodorants...for they do not contain aluminum. For years, many of the typical hygiene companies made deodorants and they were readily available on my pharmacy shelf. Then one day, they disappeared! What was a sweaty girl to do? The idea of rubbing a scentless crystal rock under my arm, just didn't appeal to me. And scouring the health food stores left my nose wrinkled in disgust at the smell of the Chamomile or Lavender options they sold.
Then one day...at the back of my favorite gossip magazine...my little eye did spy... "THE HEALTHY DEODORANT" and to my extreme excitement the ad went on too say that it came in my very favorite scent! VANILLA!!! To Google I quickly headed, to search for a store in Edmonton that might carry it. Voila! Sephora!
But a few weeks ago, I decided to try my local pharmacy one more time and was happy to see new options available! So I've given two new products a try and am happy with both their scent and their "service"
So... happy smelling folks!
And thanks to no aluminum...this is a life lesson I'll always remember!
Thursday, 29 September 2011
My adventures as a Kingsway Mall Stylist!
Thanks to many of my friends and family...I was voted into my dream job this summer! Many of you have asked me what I've been up to, what it's been like, and if I'm loving it...so I thought I'd post an update of what I've done so far!
(Photo's courtesy of The Sun Edmonton)
The first project I was assigned to was Back2School! A familiar subject for me, as I was preparing my own two for grade 5 and 3 this year!
I had great fun dressing my models for both The Edmonton Journal and The Sun.
(Photo's courtesy of The Sun Edmonton)
The first project I was assigned to was Back2School! A familiar subject for me, as I was preparing my own two for grade 5 and 3 this year!
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| Photo By Kingsway Mall |
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| Photo By Kingsway Mall |
Another amazing opportunity came when I got to record my very own radio commercial!
I do have a copy of it, but if you'd like to hear it, contact me!
I also recorded two television commercials for Global Television, and was on the morning news with Global talking about back to school...watch the segments here !
And then to cap the Back2School project off, my kids were models for a segment on Shaw!
Check out September 2011 Avenue Magazine HERE and pay close attention to page 17!
And to answer the question of how I'm enjoying my new job...I LOVE IT!! Working for John Chwyl is a dream come true! My adventure has only just begun and already I'm black and blue from all the "pinch me" moments!
Friday, 19 August 2011
Rolling in Fall Trends 2011
Rolling in Fall Trends 2011 by NicoleRuth featuring wedge high heels All found at Kingsway Mall
Fall weather...time to cozy up in your favorite warm tones and textures, and layer, layer, layer. Daytime can be warm, but we all know our weather in Alberta is a fickle friend. Don't let the breeze blow away your fun with fashion. Fall is my favorite fashion season because it's the time to play with cozy scarves, boots, and cardigans. Fall 2011 hottest trend is the wedge bootie. The one featured here is from Aldo, and what I love most about it is the combination of textures. The crochet top and the slouchy leather just ooze fall to me. Plus, I LOVE the hidden wedge. Makes you look super tall with out anyone realizing you've added a couple inches! So this fall...get out there and kick some leaves... and as always, do it with style! Remember! Life is your runway...even if it's covered in leaves!
Fall weather...time to cozy up in your favorite warm tones and textures, and layer, layer, layer. Daytime can be warm, but we all know our weather in Alberta is a fickle friend. Don't let the breeze blow away your fun with fashion. Fall is my favorite fashion season because it's the time to play with cozy scarves, boots, and cardigans. Fall 2011 hottest trend is the wedge bootie. The one featured here is from Aldo, and what I love most about it is the combination of textures. The crochet top and the slouchy leather just ooze fall to me. Plus, I LOVE the hidden wedge. Makes you look super tall with out anyone realizing you've added a couple inches! So this fall...get out there and kick some leaves... and as always, do it with style! Remember! Life is your runway...even if it's covered in leaves!
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