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On PINK TARTAN, Red Carpet Treatment & A Giveaway

in Lifestyle on 10/25/13

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Photo Credit to Toronto Teacher Mom

This week I had an extraordinary experience; the opportunity to be the Fashion Correspondent for Tide as we took over their twitter account at the PINK TARTAN Fashion Show in Toronto Ontario.  To be honest, I really didn’t know what to expect.  I knew I adored the Pink Tartan line, I love all things Fashion and twitter, but beyond that, this was all new territory for me.  Let me tell you, this was a very good night!

I arrived in downtown Toronto and checked into the swanky Hotel Le Germain on Mercer.  It was perfect.  Doormen greeted me and ushered me into the sleek and quiet lobby.  I was quickly checked in, and walking the plush hallway to my room.  Number 408 was all ambient lighting, jazz filled air and a pretty little parcel just waiting to be opened!  The gift tag read with thanks from the team at P&G and Pink Tartan.  Squee! 

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I have to admit I tore into that beautiful bag like a kid at Christmas,  You see inside was a piece for me to wear to that night’s Fashion show.  I made quick work of the perfect wrapping, and quickly tried on what was waiting inside, a most fabulous dress.  I might have jumped up and down and even twirled a little.  It fit perfectly!

TideTakeoverOutfitThis little number can be found at the Pink Tartan flagship store in Toronto, on-line, and at many The Bay locations across Canada.  I have to admit, not only did it fit like a dream, this beautiful designer dress was comfortable and is washable! 

After my presto chango and some hair and make-up touch-ups it was on to dinner at The Ritz.  Both the restaurant and the city of Toronto were buzzing in a very different way tonight.  I spotted Lamborghini’s and Limo’s with drivers circling the block, Paparazzi on the hunt for the perfect shot, and yes, even some celebs ambling around! The feeling in the air was positively electric!

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Finally it was time for the big event!  The hour where I was handed over the reins of the @Tide account and became the correspondent on all that was happening behind the scenes.  My dinner companion’s and  I hurried to the venue, the tent at David Pecaut Square, and met with some beautiful P&G Moms, all of us truly excited to be taking in the Pink Tartan show. 

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With our coveted tickets in hand, we made our way down the runway and to our seats, each seat lovingly adorned with gift bags stuffed full of Tide products.  The pace at this point was hectic.  There is a mere 15 minutes between Fashion Shows and you have got to move it to get to your assigned seats or risk losing them!  I’m thrilled to be able to see I had front row seats!  They were truly goose bump worthy! I had to pinch myself as I realized I was sitting along side true celebrities.  

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Suddenly, the lights lowered, the music thumped and the models took to the runway.   One after another they came out showing off the truly stunning pieces, including these washable stunners.

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Fifteen minutes of these gorgeous and timeless pieces with a flirty feel, and the show was over,  It was all flashes of beauty and grace, and I was now thoroughly in love with all things fashion show.   Far too soon, Kim Newport Mimran came out for her final bow.TideTKimBow

Myself and the other P&G Moms were invited to dash backstage for a quick meet and greet with the designer herself, Kim Newport Mimran.  She was warm, welcoming and even accommodated questions amid the frenzy of her post runway show.  Kim clearly has Mom’s in mind when she designs her washable collection.  She knows we are busy, want quality pieces that will wear well, and clean up in a hurry.  She has created a line that appeals to fashion forward women on the go.  Quality nor style is ever sacrificed, and each and every piece is stunning all on it’s own. 

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Following our meet and greet we dashed to the rain to our waiting cars and headed to 77 Yorkville, Pink Tartan’s flagship store, for the after party!  Cocktails, clothing and smiles all around as Kim mingled with the crowd congratulating her on her gorgeous new Spring Line.  Such a gracious hostess.  I also have to mention I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Joe Fresh.  Equally as warm and charming!

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This was one of those nights I will never forget. An opportunity for a behind the scenes peek of a Fashion Show and the chance to interview a designer I admire.  Pink Tartan with it’s washable wear collection is one every modern day woman should watch out for.  

As if the excitement of the PINK TARTAN Fashion Show wasn’t enough, I have even more good news!  I am able to offer one of my Canadian readers a Gift Bag just like all the attendee’s of the Fashion Show received!!  This gift will include:

  • 2 Tide Pods 
  • 2 Downy Infusions (One would be the new Cashmere Glow)
  • 2 Downy Unstopables (One would be the new Cashmere Glow!)

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A $72.00 dollar value!  To enter please use the Rafflecopter form provided below.  Open to Canada only.  Ends November 8th.

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Disclosure:   I am a P&Gmom As part of my affiliation with this group I receive products and special access to P&G events and opportunities. The opinions on this blog are my own.  By entering this contest you are accepting that if you win your contact information will be shared with a P&G PR and shipping agency for the purpose of mailing your prize. Please allow 4-6 weeks from the contest closure date to receive your prize.

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    Comments

    1. Stephane says

      November 2, 2013 at 1:55 am

      Never heard of it until now

    2. Julie Bolduc says

      November 2, 2013 at 12:44 am

      I haven’t heard of Pink Tartan, but sounds awesome

    3. Brenda Penton says

      November 1, 2013 at 11:30 pm

      I’ve never heard of Pink Tartan. Washable is totally up my alley since my town doesn’t have a dry cleaner and I’d have to travel an hour to get dry cleaning done.

    4. Andrew P says

      November 1, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      https://twitter.com/apham17/status/396304182375743488

    5. Catherine K (@cathyincanada) says

      November 1, 2013 at 11:28 am

      Had never heard of them before but this is something I have always wanted to be available.

    6. Joy says

      November 1, 2013 at 10:38 am

      I have heard the name but know nothing about Pink Tartan – I love that that they are washable!

    7. Karla Sceviour says

      November 1, 2013 at 3:00 am

      I liked the facebook post(Karla Sceviour)

    8. Karla Sceviour says

      November 1, 2013 at 2:58 am

      no,I have never heard of it before,but really great that brand name clothing can be truely washable,so convenient!

    9. Andrew P says

      November 1, 2013 at 2:36 am

      https://twitter.com/apham17/status/396102954609950721

    10. Andrew P says

      November 1, 2013 at 2:36 am

      I’ve never heard of Pink Tartan before but regardless washable designer clothes is a great idea!

    11. lisa bolduc says

      November 1, 2013 at 1:44 am

      I have never heard of it before. I love the idea that they can be washed.

    12. SueSueper Sue says

      October 31, 2013 at 11:40 pm

      I have not heard of PINK TARTAN. I think it’s great to have designer clothes that can be washed! I avoid buying dry clean only stuff and try to stay away from hang to dry only as well.

    13. Tom Ds says

      October 31, 2013 at 3:50 am

      https://twitter.com/toocutebows/status/395759639591002112

    14. Maggie C says

      October 30, 2013 at 11:33 pm

      tweeted today: https://twitter.com/magscheung/status/395694791255543808

    15. Sandy Trojansek says

      October 30, 2013 at 10:27 pm

      I’m addicted to Tide pods! Great contest!!

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