Hello Darlings,

A few days ago, for the first time I watched Madonna perform live. I'm a fan of her music, not a huge fan but still a fan. And I am certainly impressed by her character, even the not so positive stuff since even then she's an interesting celebrity (think why on earth would any successful woman date A-Rod ?). Back on point, I thought to share my Madonna experience since it certainly was interesting.

Before going to her MDNA concert, I knew Madonna has dozens of hit pop songs such as Like a Prayer and even some of her new stuff like Girl Gone Wild are popular. But most of all, I am impressed by the longevity Madonna has enjoyed as an elite superstar for more than 25 years, and her ability to keep herself relevant and newsworthy still as a 54 year old pop singer!

Hello Darlings,

Hopefully you found and entered the fabulous contest for WithLoveGabrielle.com readers to win an Autumn Experience Getaway at Blue Mountain Resort. In the spirit of all-things romance, La Vie en Rose also has a treat for WithLove readers with a twitter contest to win a $100 gift certificate!

Congratulations Danielle LeSage for winning the La Vie en Rose $100 gift certificate.

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Hello Darlings,

After two super hectic weeks – with Toronto International Film Festival and Montreal Fashion Week – this girl needs some rest and relaxation. So next week, I am taking a few “me” days at Blue Mountain Resort in the countryside just north of Toronto! And some great news darlings is that Blue Mountain Resort and The Westin Trillium House hotel would like to host WithLoveGabrielle.com readers too!!!

Congratulations Roula Loukk for winning the Westin Blue Mountain "Autumn Experience". Roula's winning comment "My dearest memory from Fall is as a child playing with my sister in our backyard,jumping in the beautiful coloured leaves and laughing so much are bellies hurted!!!!" Have fun, and post lots of photos!!!

To enter, please leave a comment below about your favorite fall memory!

Hello Darlings,

One of the most visible and best accessories a women has is the man by her side! And while I would never go so far as saying a woman should dress her man, there are some basic fashion and beauty issues that a woman can address to be sure her man is looking his best.

On the topic of fashion, start with the shoes! One of my biggest pet peeves on a man are running shoes for everyday wear. Why? Is he concerned about being chased by a mugger? Guys typically wear the same pair of shoes every day for a whole season, so one of the best things you can do to style-up your man is to help him buy a pair of shoes.