Guys Night In!

Just because my blog is pink and I like to talk about makeup and shoes a lot, doesn’t mean that Orangefish doesn’t have lots of love to give to our male customers. So this week, it’s all about the guys! Sports, drinks, fun, with a perfect dose of style is what we looked for when choosing what products to bring to our guy fans. We were able to find these unique products just in time for Stanley Cup Playoff season and Father’s Day.

For the Sports fan, these new themed bowls will help you enjoy your meals in style. The wooden bowls are shaped like Baseballs, Footballs, Volleyballs, and Soccer balls, so you can pick your fav sport, or collect them all! Make your favorite game-time dip and throw a bunch of tortilla chips in one of these bowls. Then, invite your buddies over and watch the game for a perfect guys night. They’ll be totally jealous of your hosting skills and your awesome bowls. The best way to get guys to notice home décor is to throw in a sports theme!

If you want to add a little extra fun to guys night bring out these new shot glasses! We’ve hooked two cool new designs, a skull, and fish. Both are the perfect way to celebrate your fav team winning the game. Pick your favorite brand of vodka, tequila, whiskey, or get creative and mix your own signature shot. Or if you’re more of a beer or mixed drink person, use the matching skull tumbler glass to drink in style. Then toast with your buddies when Vancouver wins the Stanley Cup! Cheers!

So whether you’re a guy yourself and are looking for a special treat, or are searching for the perfect fathers day gift, Orangefish has got you covered! And who says guys are the only ones who can enjoy sports. If you’ve been to a sports bar during game night you’ll see plenty of women showing some major spirit for their fav team. So ladies, don’t be afraid to show your sporty and spunky side with these fabulously fun bowls.

If you want a delish recipe for guy’s night, try this fab 6 layer dip courtesy of Food Network.

Ingredients

•                 2 cloves garlic

•                 2 teaspoons kosher salt

•                 1(15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

•                 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

•                 2 teaspoons chili powder

•                 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

•                 2 cups lowfat shredded Cheddar

•                 2 ripe avocados, preferably Hass

•                 1 jalapeno, stemmed, finely chopped, (with seeds for more heat)

•                 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce

•                 1 1/2 cups nonfat yogurt, preferably Greek

•                 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, leaves and some stems, roughly chopped

•                 3 ripe medium tomatoes, diced

•                 5 scallions (white and green), thinly sliced

Directions

On a cutting board, smash the garlic cloves, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the salt, and, with the flat side of a large knife, mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste. Put the garlic, beans, chili powder, water, and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth. Spread in the bottom of a 2 quart casserole. Scatter the cheese over the beans. Halve and seed the avocados, then mash with the jalapeno and another teaspoon of salt in a small bowl. Spread a layer of the avocado over the cheese, and then scatter the lettuce on top. Mix the yogurt with the cilantro and then spread over the lettuce. Add a layer of tomatoes and finally scatter the scallions on top. Chill until ready to serve. 

Super Zeroes to the Rescue!

Kids grow up surrounded by images are perfect, indestructible heroes like Superman, Batman, and Spiderman. But normal people aren’t perfect! We all have our own flaws and our kids should have heroes to look up to that have flaws too!

Super Zeroes is a unique line of stuffed toys for children. They’re bright, colourful, whimsical, and super fun! Super Zeroes are just like you and me. They have all have a super strength like climbing, but there’s a small problem… They also all have a flaw or fear that can sometimes get in the way! Just like us, they have to find ways and work with their friends for their super strengths to shine.

Each Super Zero comes with a cape that turns into a comforter for your little one and a pouch attached to their utility belt that can hold a pacifier and keep it clean. You can even put a cute note in the pouch to put a smile on your child’s face!

These little guys will be special friends for your child and will teach them to embrace their unique selves, flaws and all!

Meet the Super Zero squad:

Zonk the Monkey is a super climber. He can climb any tree, building, or vine in record time. But unfortunately Zonk is afraid of heights! When he gets near the top of a tree his knees go weak and he has to scurry back down to solid ground.

Zigg the Tiger has awesome creative ideas, you could even say he has Super ideas! But Zigg also has a bad memory, and tends to forget these ideas! Thank goodness his friends are always around to remind him.

Zipo the Hippo can swim super fast. Michael Phelps had better watch out, Zipo is the favorite contender for the next Olympics. But Zipo hates getting wet. Maybe that’s why he swims so fast!

Zebu the Zebra is the hide and seek champion. But he always seems to get lost! Thank goodness his friend Zipo bought him a GPS for his birthday!

Zozo the Crocodile can chew through anything. But his teeth are always dirty and he has to visit the dentist often. His toothbrush is kept very busy!

Zaza the Mouse can crawl through super small spaces. But like many people, Zaza is afraid of the dark! Zonk helped her out and bought her a special flashlight so she won’t be afraid anymore.

Zola the Koala can stay awake all night but she falls asleep during the day and her friends have to keep waking her up!

Grab one of these special toys for your little one today from Orangefish.ca

Accessories Fit for a Princess!

With the royal wedding everywhere these days you may find yourself drooling over all the extravagance. The flowers, jewels, and fancy dresses are enough to make any gal jealous. People have been camped out for the last two days in the streets just hoping to catch a glimpse of the prince and his princess. Maybe its all those fairytales we read when we’re young, but it seems that many of us have secret fantasies of one day meeting a prince (Harry’s still single after all!), or discovering that we’re actually related to a member of the royal family (I blame the princess diaries movies for that one). But as I’ve seen after watching hours of royal specials, being a princess isn’t quite as glamorous as it seems.  I’d rather have the extravagance minus the hounding paparazzi and royal scandals. Just because I can’t deal out for an 18 Carat ring, doesn’t mean I can’t have my own little piece of luxury. So Orangefish has hooked this new collection at just the right time! Its luxury on a budget! The swarovski studded pens, business cases, usb sticks, and compacts are fit for a princess (without the royal price).

A princess has a lot of signatures to sign on very important royal documents. So she, of course, needs a gorgeous pen, worthy of a princess. This swarovski-encrusted pen is for princesses and fashionistas alike. Just because you aren’t marrying Prince William doesn’t mean you don’t deserve a gorgeous sparkly accessory! And it’s totally practical too! It writes incredibly smoothly so you can get all your important paperwork done in record time!

Your computer files are a treasure. So don’t they deserve to be wrapped in over 100 luxurious swarovski crystals? Not only is this stick practical, and will hold 1GB of your golden files, but it’s also a sparkly accessory for the tech-savvy generation.

I wonder what a princess’s business card case would look like? Probably like this one! This swarovski-studded case is the perfect home for all your business cards. So next time you reach into your purse to whip one out for a future client (or date), don’t be afraid to flash your stylish case. Let your sparkling personality shine!

Every prince needs a USB stick worthy of holding all his important royal computer files. This metallic USB stick matches the sheen on a royal crown. The fun shape is a great deviation from traditional boring USB sticks. So whether you’re a prince, a student, a businessman, or a #1 dad, this USB stick is a great addition to your office!

Did you watch the royal wedding? What did you think? Was it too extravagant, too modern, too traditional? 

Stylish New Goodies!

Ladies and Gentlemen. Fasten your desk chair seatbelts! Grab a few snacks, get your kids ready for their nap, and get ready to shop! Orangefish has hooked a huge load of awesome new goodies! Check out the sale and just hooked pages to make sure you don’t miss out on some fab deals!

There’s so much I’m not sure what to start with!

 I have to talk about the newest colors available in one of my favorite products. The retro-chic floral cosmetic bag is now available in blue, white, and green! Plus, all our other colours are back in stock! I absolutely love this bag. It’s a handy and stylish solution to organizing your makeup and hair accessories when traveling, going to the gym, or just hanging out in your house. But of course, you can get creative and use it for more than just cosmetics. It makes a great case to hold pens and small office essentials. Who knew a pile of pens and paperclips could look so cute!

Need some new jewelry to add to your collection? Our wish bone, star, heart, and fortune cookie shaped sterling silver necklaces are back! Use them to accessorize any outfit and become an insta-fashionista! The reasonable price point also makes them a great option for gifts for your friends. Wrap up the fortune cookie necklace with a real fortune cookie in a patterned chine takeout box style gift container. Add some cute quotes about the future and give it as a grad present when high school and college grads come around in June. Give the new grad that extra boost of luck to help them prepare for their future!

If you haven’t checked out the Fumi Purse Hook yet, you’re missing out! This stylish and practical gadget is a purse hanger, bracelet, and purse accessory all in one! And now it’s available in a bunch of new colours: luxurious white, outrageous pink, red, turquoise, and coral. Grab one in your fav colour and get your purse off of dirty floors and looking stylish!

If you love the interchangeable marble ring and earrings you’ll love the whopper necklace. Its large size and brightly coloured marbles make this necklace a great attention-grabbing piece. You’re sure to make a statement and maybe cause a few double takes! So throw on your cutest little black dress and the whopper necklace with your favorite marble colour and get ready to chat up a storm with the cute waiter at that new restaurant or surprise your significant other and wear it out on a special date. The great thing is you can dress it up or dress it down, and no matter what you’ll look amazing!

And if you’re already eyeing some pieces we’ve had on the site for a while, make sure to check out the sale page! We have a ton of fab jewelry going on sale this weekend. I would list it all but we would be here forever! 

Brushing Buddies!

Parent’s have a stash of secret tricks for getting kids to eat vegetables, wash behind their ears, brush their teeth, and make their beds. Pureed vegetables like carrots and spinach can be hidden inside of kiddie favorites like pizza sauce or mac and cheese (carrots or butternut squash are orange too so they won’t notice). My parents used the gold star/sticker system to get me to make my bed. If I collected enough at the end of the week I was allowed to go to the dollar store and pick out anything I wanted. It was always the highlight of my week!

But getting kids to keep themselves properly groomed can be a chore all in itself. No matter how hard you try they always seem to be covered in mud. And even when you hide the candy, those pesky cavities seem to pop up. They key is to make their grooming routine fun! Fact: kids love robots (see transformers) and animals (see ½ the kids movies ever made). So why not integrate the things they love into teeth-brushing!

Bacteria watch out. These little guys are your worst nightmare! This cool gadget will make kids actually excited to brush their teeth (it’s a miracle!). The cute little robots and animals have a handy suction cup that will attach itself to the wall. Then, when your child goes to pull their toothbrush out of the holder or put it back in, it will automatically snap open and free the brush from its grasp. This innovative feature keeps bacteria from gathering on the brush bristles. It uses Hygienilac -- an organic, non-toxic and FDA approved anti-bacterial that has been shown to kill 99.9% of bacteria within 24 hours. Now your little one will have their very own toothbrushing mascot!

And fun isn’t only for kids! The robot holder is perfect for anyone who loves to be sci-fi chic. Whether you love Walle, iRobot, Transformers, AI, or a little Bruce Willis action in Surrogates, if you’re a robot fan you’ll love this fun little addition to your brushing routine!

How do you keep your kids healthy and clean? Do you have any secret tips to share?

Cleaning Up After Baby

Looks like March is shaping up to be mom appreciation month! Last week we showed you Buggy Guard, a product to keep your stroller safe and stylish. This week, we’re looking at how to make cleaning, everyone least favorite part of the day, a little easier for mom’s.

Sometimes, when you’re sleep deprived and frustrated the smallest improvements can make a big difference in your life. For example, have you ever tried to balance baby bottles in a regular dish drying rack. Did they fall all over the place? Well, that’s because those racks are designed to hold plates not bottles. I’m sure you can see where I’m going with this. Yes, Orangefish is featuring this super cool bottle drying rack this week! It holds at least eight-bottle sin an upright position. They’ll never topple over, and will dry in record time! But of course, as important as efficiency is, you also spent days decorating your kitchen and coordinating everything from the dishtowels to the soap dish. So not only is this rack practical but its fun and stylish! So you can have the best of both worlds wrapped up in one neat little package.

Fort those moms who prefer the dishwasher, I’m sure you’ve encountered a time when you lost one of the bottle tops or sippy straws in the bottom of the dishwasher. This special dishwasher caddy is the perfect solution. Its design ensures that all your baby products get cleaned thoroughly and won’t melt or break.

The whale pail is a handy and totally adorable gadget that helps make bath time cleanup easy. Just scoop all you child’s bath toys into the whale’s big mouth. Then, with the help of suction cups, the pail can attach to the bathtub wall and keep all the toys organized and accessible.

Bath time is a special time with your child. Together you can play with all their bath toys and make memories together. But whoever designed bathroom floors did not have moms in mind. They’re hard and can leave you with extremely sore knees. The tub kneeling mat is a clever solution to this common problem. Its water resistant so you don’t have to worry about getting that gross damp smell. Store it behind the bathroom door or in the cupboard and take it out whenever your knees need a little relief.

Even the simple tub drain stopper can be improved. This new one is made from soft silicone so it will create a water tight seal. Then, you can use the suction cup to stick it to the wall when you’re finished. You’ll never have to search around the bathroom for that gross ol’ drain stopper again! The bright blue colour is a fun accent too!

Check out all these newly hooked products at Orangefish.ca

If you love it, lock it!

Everyone seems to be jumping on the mom bandwagon. Celebs like Jessica Alba and Natalie Portman are expecting their babies and retailers are responding to the need for more stylish yet functional gadgets. Taking care of your child understandably comes first on your priority list. But it’s also important to retain some of your own unique personality or style. You can be a great mom and be totally stylin’ too! I love this adorable photo of Jennifer Garner and her daughter having a girly day together.

Daily mom and baby excursions can be tons of fun. All the ohhs and ahhs over how adorable your little bundle of joy is, enjoying ice cream on the boardwalk, and window shopping for new adorable baby outfits. But sometimes it can be a hassle to navigate your stroller around. Ever wanted to leave your stroller somewhere as you and your child poke into an inaccessible store, or hop onto the merry-go-round at a fair? We all know that where there are bicycle thieves, there are stroller thieves too. But you shouldn’t have to miss out on life’s spontaneous experiences. Enter, “Buggy Guard”. This handy (and stylish) gadget will keep your expensive stroller locked up while you have fun with your child. They come in the shapes of adorable colourful animals. Whether your child likes Hippos, Monkeys, Pandas, or Piggys, they’ll be able to pick the comforting animal that will keep mommy’s buggy safe and sound. But of course, this isn’t your typical lock. This one even comes with accessories! Who says a pig or a monkey doesn’t like to accessorize too. Each lock comes with 3 different coloured bow ties to suit your (or your child’s) mood. Now, whether your stroller is an oldsmobile or a shiny new model, you can be sure its always safe (and looking totally cute).

Pushing a stroller is already hard work without having to also drag that heavy diaper bag over your shoulder. If your back or shoulders seem to be screaming at you at the end of a long day of walking, its no secret why. The B-hook, the Buggy-Guards practical cousin is there to help you get those shopping bags and purses off your shoulders. The non-slip grip will suspend the bags from the handle of your stroller. It even contains a locking device to lock any valuable objects to your stroller if you need to step away for a minute. Back pain is not so stylish, and though you may be tempted to drag that bag on the floor after a mile of walking, that’s not so stylish either. Let the B-Hook give you a helping hand so you have more energy to spend with your little one. So put that heating pack and muscle cream back into the closet, and trade up for a sleek B-hook.

You want to spend as much carefree time as you can with your little one without having to struggle with a heavy stroller, or having to worry about it being stolen. The simplest gadgets really can make your life a little easier and sweeter!

Check out the Buggy Guard, the B-Hook and other great baby digs at Orangefish.ca!

Text your < 3

It February, aka. the month of love! Well, maybe the weather isn’t giving us much love right now. But that doesn’t mean you can’t snuggle up with that special someone and escape the cold.

We’ve been told a million time that relationships are about communication. But in the last few years, the way we communicate has changed drastically. A couple centuries ago you had to walk across the city to tell someone you loved them. Then, you could mail them a letter. Then you could email them. And now you can just text them! So whether you’re long distance or simply down the road, you can talk to them pretty much 24/7 (though, trust me, no one likes being texted at 4 in the morning). 

Texting has created a whole new language. Save your fingers and instead of typing “I love you”, type “I <3 u”. And of course there’s the oft-used  :) and ;) and :P (a personal favorite of mine). The problem with texting is that it can be pretty difficult to decipher a person’s tone. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve confused sarcasm for just plain rudeness. Note: if you’re being sarcastic, please put a :P, LOL or :) at the end so the text-sarcasm illiterate will know you’re joking. Putting symbols like J in your messages is great for personal conversations because it gives signals about your mood and tone, but it can certainly become a dangerous habit. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to write a formal email and wanted so badly to put a J at the end (so they’ll know I’m not a horribly serious person and I’m usually quite happy!). Alas, there’s a time and a place for text-talk.   

If you love texting/msn/facebook/any kind of social networking site basically you’ll love these new necklaces we have in! They’re just so much fun! They take their inspiration from the symbols used in texting. And they’re sterling silver, so you can spend your time texting instead of trying to rub that green residue off your fake-silver necklace. They are small charms with some of the most popular symbols like:

:) - Happy

;) –Wink

\~/ -Drink

<3 –Love

OMG – Oh My God

LOL – Laugh out loud

My favorite one would have to be the wink charm. I am unfortunately physically incapable of winking. Trust me, its not pretty. I usually just end up looking like there’s something wrong with my facioe. Definitely not cute. So this charm is a nice alternative! It’s a little cheeky and shows that I’m a fun individual and I don’t have to contort my face to do it! I’ll definitely be sporting one of these! They make great fun gifts for your friends or a teenage daughter/niece. 

What’s your favorite text expression? How often do you text?

Just Hooked and On Sale!

Its that time of week again. Thank god it’s Friday! If you’ve been following this blog or checking the Orangefish website you’ll know that every Friday we feature a fantastic sale on brand new products from a variety of artists. Last week’s sale was a huge hit! This week’s sale is just as fabulous!

Big cocktail rings have been ultra trendy for the last couple years. Nothing can seem to stop them! I love big rings as a way to draw attention to my hands (especially if they’ve just been perfectly manicured). The rings we are featuring this week are unlike anything I’ve ever seen. They’re unique hand-blown crystal statement rings. They’re like little pieces of luxury art on your fingers. Whether you’re on a date, out with friends, or at the office, everyone will be checking out your bling (and be battling back the green monster of jealousy). You can’t help but feel like a princes wearing one of these luxurious rings. They’re available in a variety of colours so you can pick one that represents you best.

If you’re looking for simpler jewelry we have the perfect collection for you! The chic sterling silver necklaces feature colourful images of butterflies, water lilies, or leaves. And of course guys like a little bling too! So we’ve grabbed some men’s cufflinks this week. Sophisticated designs feature pops of colour and sterling silver hardware. Are you a fan of Hitchcock’s film Vertigo? The Vertigo cufflinks are inspired by the sensation of looking down an endless staircase.

If your jewelry box is already well stocked, don’t despair. We’ve also hooked some bags whose prices have been so reduced you’ll think there’s been a mistake! These bold geometric inspired bags come in an array of colours for every style taste.

To check this week’s sale out visit Orangefish.ca!

Just Hooked and On Sale...Does it Get Any Better?

In Wednesday’s blog I talked about how being frugal is now fashionable. Orangefish wants to help you save and still look and feel fabulous. This weekend’s sale is one you won’t want to miss! From baby accessories, to jewelry, to cosmetics, we’re giving you a chance to catch some fashionably low prices! You’ll be able to save 50% off high quality unique, stylish, and fun items!

Do you have a baby or the way or a baby shower for a friend coming up? Friday’s sale features some adorable accessories for the fashionista mommy.

Stroller Blankets: Even in the cold of the winter months your baby can snuggle under the blanket's soft embrace and sleep peacefully. And you’ll love the chic patterned trim around the blanket that you can match to your diaper clutch or tote.  

Diaper Clutch: Diapering is definitely not considered to be a fashionable activity. But with this adorable clutch, even diapering baby can be a way to show off your own unique style.

The diaper Tote: From the outside you wouldn’t even know it’s a diaper bag! But on the inside it is organized with pockets and clips that make traveling with baby easier than ever.

 Are you tired of your usual drugstore cosmetics? Orangefish is featuring new cosmetics from DaLish. They specialize in making multi-purpose makeup that you can tuck into your purse and use for touchups throughout the day and night. The best part is all their cosmetics and body products are 100% animal cruelty free! So you can rest comfortably knowing that your makeup is bringing out your inner beauty without hurting an animal.

If you’ve visited Orangefish before you’ll know that we have a soft spot for unique jewelry. We couldn’t help but feature this series of bracelets, necklaces, and earrings this weekend. They’re all more than jewelry. They’re works of art that with take any outfit from drab to fab!

Have you ever had the pleasure to open a suitcase and find a little note from that special someone tucked into it? If you have, you’ll know how something so small can make your heart tingle. We’ve hooked a product that will help make writing surprise notes a regular occurrence. Pick one for your significant other or your mom and write a little blurb about how much they mean to you. Then tuck it under their pillow, or in their purse for them to discover later. Spread the love!

Check out all these great deals at Orangefish!

New Travel Accessories for Your Winter Getaway!

Orangefish is introducing an exciting new promotion where every weekend we will offer limited quantity items from our artists and designers at heavily discounted prices.  They will only be available as long as they are in stock so grab them while they’re hot!

This weekend we’re featuring some fun products from Brag. They’re perfect for your Winter getaway. So we know you loved the bra bag and panty pak because we could barely keep them in stock before the Christmas rush.  Earlier this year the bra bag company launched a contest asking people to submit new designs and we are currently stocking the winning design – Victoria, inspired by non other than Victoria Beckham... think of it this way - if you can’t have her husband you might as well have a bag she inspired! This girly design is perfect to carry your delicates on your next business trip or Caribbean cruise. The bra bag offers a solution that every girl would love! It doesn’t sacrifice any space and protects your delicates at the same time. And it’s super stylish so it’s fashionista-friendly!

 A great addition to your bra bag and panty pack is the luggage tag. Attach it to your suitcase to set it apart from all the others. Your bag will be the most stylish one on the luggage belt at the airport! And you’ll never have to worry about whether you’ve picked up the right bag or not. Add a little glamour to your boring old suitcase and some fun to all your travels! Plus, we're offering you an amazing 50% discount of the original price so the tag is only $2.50!

The small clutch is a necessary compliment to all your favorite travel accessories. We’ve all had the moment where we had to dig through our bag for our passport or money. Airports are stressful enough without worrying about lost valuables. This small clutch is the perfect size to hold all your important essentials like your passport, iPod, wallet, and lip gloss. Keep everything you need at your fingertips and reduce airport and travel stress! And, the small clutch is now only $5.00 so you can save and look stylish while doing it!

 Check out all these new finds at Orangefish.ca!

Holiday Helper: 15% off this weekend only!

We all know that your long holiday gift list can start to get a bit pricey. That’s why Orangefish is offering 15% off all our brand new and restocked items this Friday to Sunday! These items are hot hot hot though, so get them while they last! We only order limited quantities and you won’t want to miss out on that perfect gift. Just use the promo code HHMMWKD16 to get your 15% off!

We’ve just received some brand new products!

Check out the new designs for the WubaNub. The little MVP design is adorable for the young sports fan in training. There are also four new stuffed animals from the Cheery Cheeks bunch. These are great gifts for the young ones on your list.

We also have restocked some of our best stocking stuffers. The Ballmania lip balm is smooth on your lips and perfectly kissable. The fun designs are sure to put a smile on your face. We’ve brought in some new designs called “lips Ahoy”, inspired by sailing adventures at sea. Don’t forget to check out the new USB sticks too. There’s a design for everyone at any age. The Stars Wars series will please any Sci Fi fan. The Hello Kitty USBs are a fun and stylish gift for the young teen girl.

If you’re looking for a deal this holiday season head on over to Orangefish.ca this weekend and get the most unique products at amazing prices! And don’t forget, if you recommend the site to a friend and they make a purchase we’ll credit your account with 10 dollars! There’s nothing like brightening your holiday with free money!

Also, our Magical Moments Contest is still running until December 19! Go to our Facebook page and enter for your chance to win some amazing prices!

Holiday Stocking Stuffers!

Orangefish has these new products in that prove you can make anything fun and creative. These home supplies are an extension of the office supplies line we launched earlier this fall. They are just in time for the Holidays. They all make great stocking stuffers because of their small size, and fun nature.

 For example, I’ll bet you never thought a tea strainer could be interesting. Think again. This adorable strainer, shaped like a flower is just too cool. Perfect for the tea lover in your life! Wrap it up with some gourmet teas and you’ve got the perfect gift! 

Any contact wearer knows how boring those little contact cases are. Not to mention difficult to handle because they’re so small. This contact case is definitely not boring. Its whimsical and colourful. And because it sits higher off the counter, and is heavier, it will make putting in your contacts a breeze.

Soap is just plain old soap right? Wrong. When you put it on this adorable soap dish shaped like a turtle you have the perfect little accessory for your bathroom or kitchen. Its’ perfect for all age groups but is also a great way to get the little ones excited about proper hand washing hygiene. 

Finally, the holidays are when you bring out your best linens and use the fancy guest table. But there’s also plenty of hot serving dishes around that are the mortal enemy to any gorgeous wooden table. That’s where these fun trivets come in. Their cool shape and bright colour are a great addition to any table year round.

These products make perfect stocking stuffers for family and friends. They’re practical, fun, and stylish! The perfect combination!

Check out Orangefish.ca to see these and other stocking stuffers.

Just Hooked: Wearable Art!

Orangefish has just hooked a bunch of new and fabulous designs in our sterling silver necklaces! These unique and whimsical pendant designs add extra charm and shine to any outfit. Whether you pair it with a cute cocktail dress or a blazer and jeans, these necklaces are perfect! I love them for work especially because they’re so sophisticated but still have the healthy dose of fun that I always look for in accessories. The best part is, because it’s sterling silver you can know that your necklace will stay sparkling for years to come. There are so many different designs so you can pick one that you feel truly represents your personality. I love the butterfly and the cherry blossoms because they remind me of the beauty of nature.


They’re coming in just in time for Christmas too! Cute, stylish and definitely for those that have a hobby or are passionate about something. Don’t be shy – show the world what you love! Consider the tree or butterfly for nature lovers, the cupcake or ice cream for your gals that have a sweet tooth, the bike for those crazy city cyclists or the music note for the dj’s that are constantly dropping a beat. There is even a 4 leaf clover for the Irish and the double circle for those that believe what goes around comes around…again and again. The price point is modest and the value is great! Wrap it up with a pretty bow and box, and add a special card and you have a thoughtful beautiful gift. This is most definitely wearable art that connects to the soul.


Check out all the new designs out at Orangefish.ca


What is your favorite design?

Your Purse's New Best Friend!

It’s happened to the best of us: the dreaded “lost your keys in your stylish of-the-season bottomless purse” syndrome. This is even more embarrassing if you’re in public while doing it. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look very lady-like. But a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do! It seems like no matter how organized or clean your purse is, your keys always manage to hide in the weirdest nook or cranny. Well not any more! You will never have to root through your bag again! And of course you know I wouldn’t be so excited if it wasn’t fashionista-friendly too. Orangefish has hooked these awesome key finder charms. They keep your keys in an easy to find place while looking totally cute. It works for purses, backpacks, briefcases, and even diaper bags (yes, diapers can be fashionable too!) It comes in so many different designs that you can find one for any personality and age group. From crowns to hearts to music notes to flowers, there’s a charm for everyone! They use a super strong magnet that can go through almost any purse material. The magnet goes on the inside of you purse, and the keys stick to it. Then the sparkly charm goes on the outside for a little extra bling! The perfect marriage of style and function: brought to you by Orangefish.ca.

 Have you ever lost your keys? Where’s the weirdest place you’ve found them?

Happy Early Halloween: New products and Costume Ideas!

Haunted attractions, ghost tours, bonfires and trick or treating is just around the corner so get into the spirit for the festival of the dead.  Here are three quick tips to get into the other world!

1.  Get your hands on this custom made Skull Chain necklace so you will be the most stylish and sassy scallywag at the party. Check it out at Orangefish.ca!

2.   Boo!  Send out some scary but cute Hallowe’en greetings to your fellow matey’s.

3.  Happy Hallowe’en!  Decorate your home with a special message on the chalkboard vase.

Halloween is only a few days away but for all you procrastinators out there who are still looking for some good costume ideas, I’ve got a few up my sleeve. I picked simple costumes that are easy to put together in a few minutes using items you probably already have in your closet. Halloween is a ton of fun, but dragging yourself from costume shop to costume shop to find the perfect get-up and ending up spending $70.00 on a mediocre costume is no fun at all (I speak form personal experience!). Here are a few of my favs (some of which I’ve actually tried before)

Birthday/Christmas Present.

This is so easy its ridiculous. All you need is a large plastic gift bag with either Christmas print or birthday print from the dollar store. I’m not talking about those stiff gift bags you put tissue paper in but the giant ones made from garbage bag material that are used for very large gifts. Just cut off the bottom of the bag and then step into the middle of it. (you may need to adjust the fit using some tape) Use gift string or ribbon to fit the bag around your waist and create a flattering shape. The finishing touch is a giant present bow that you can attach to a headband and wear on your head.

Lady Gaga

This is a hugely popular costume this year. Pick your favorite Gaga outfit (preferably not her controversial meat dress) and get together a crazy collection of leotards, tights, glasses, and a blonde wig.

The Night Sky

Wear a flattering black dress or shirt and pant combo. Then, using metallic gold paper, cut out stars in different shapes. Or use glow in the dark stars for a little extra fun! Tape these stars to your black clothing. Then, using the star garland you can buy around Christmas time that goes on your tree, create a crown for your head. Then, use some gold glitter eyeshadow to add a little extra sparkle. You can also put gold sparkles in your hair or on your body. This is great last minute option! And it’ll cost only a dollar or two.

iPod

This works great if you’re in a group. You can all be the different iPod colours. Get a solid colour dress in one of the iPod nano colours. Then, cut out the shape of the iPod screen and wheel. Tape them to the front of your dress. Now this is the fun part! On the back, create your own phrase starting with “i” and tape it to you. For example, “iMove” or “iSing” or “iFlirt” . Pick something that suits your personality or has a bit of humor. If you have children, you can be the larger white or black classic iPod and they can be the colourful iPod nanos.

The Single Ladies

We all love this Beyonce music video! All you need is a black leotard, some skin coloured tights, black heels, and a nice big ring. And maybe some major confidence to pull off the no-pants look.

Another music video related costume is Madonna in the like a virgin video or one of your other favorite videos. Her style is so recognizable everyone will know who you are!

And there you have it! Halloween ideas compliments of Galaxy Girl! Good luck with your costume hunt and feel free to add any ideas you have in the comments section below!

Remember to have a happy and safe night whether you are tricking or treating!

Just Hooked: Makeup Bags with Flair

Hot new product alert!

I bet you never thought a makeup case could be fashionable. They’re just plain black cases you throw everything into and chuck into your bag when you go on a trip. Right…?

Wrong. You’ve never seen a makeup bag like this before. Do they look a little familiar to you? That’s because they’re designed to look like retro synchronized swimmers caps. We all know retro is totally in right now. It’s the perfect mix of nostalgia and fashion! The best part is they’re designed from 100% waterproof materials so you can spill water and makeup all over them and easily clean it off with a wipe or two. Because dirty cases are definitely not attractive (or hygienic for that matter!)

They’re roomy enough to fit all your essentials, but not too big that you can’t bring it on any company trip or family vacation. This is the Ferrari of makeup cases. Fun, funky, and full of enough flower power to brighten any dull morning, these bags are a must have! I’ve never seen anything like them before, which is the best part! Who doesn’t love having something before the rest of the masses do. Be a trend-setter and bask in all the great attention your unique bag will bring your way.

 Here’s a random gift tip: If you have a teen daughter, this would make a super funky pencil case that would be easy to keep clean and would have all her classmates and friends ooh-ing and ahhing.

What’s your favorite item in your makeup bag? Mine has to be mascara. Never leave the house without it!

Check them out at Orangefish.ca

The Newest Girly Treasures

Hey Blog world! Man have I got some goodies for you today! Orangefish has some new products that are practical and fashionista-friendly - my favorite combo!

The FUMI purse hook is the coolest purse accessory I’ve seen in a while. It’s a purse hanger, decoration, and bracelet all in one! Oh, and did I mention it's made from recycled materials, so it's eco-friendly. Yeah, I know that it sounds way too good to be true. News flash: it’s not! Purse hangers have been popping up everywhere lately. And it makes so much sense! Us girls spend a little too much of our cash on glamorous handbags (I know I do! That and shoes of course). I literally cringe every time I look at the dirty floor I have to put my brand new bag on. Purse hooks are the perfect solution! You can hang your purse off the table instead and keep it looking brand new. Handbags deserve a little love too so give them the respect they deserve! And when you’re not using the FUMI to protect your bag, you can wear it as a super cute bracelet. If you’re already all accessorized, you can use it to add a little extra bling to your bag and hang it off the strap. Check out this video about how to use the purse hook.

I know how a little style goes a long way. That’s why I love these new coordinating products from Orangefish. There’s a USB stick, tampon case, purse hanger, and business card case in a variety of designs. Whether you choose to coordinate your designs, or mix and match them you’ll be bringing some extra fun to your every-day routine. 

Give your computer a little love with this ultra-chic USB stick. If you’ve ever had an embarrassing incident where your tampons fell out of your purse right in front of your crush you’ll love this personal case. Networking is all about standing out. Why not show off your style with a fashionable and fun business card case. It’s still business appropriate but unique enough that you’ll be memorable. 

I hope you love these new products as much as I do! Check them out at Orangefish

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1. Become a fan of Orangefish.ca on Facebook
2. Click on the contest tab
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You only have until September 20th so get wishing!