Year: 2011

I want – I got takes Vancouver and Whistler – Visiting Orb Clothing

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During the Vancouver portion of my trip, I visited Orb’s Vancouver flagship store and headquarters. Orb is a Vancouver based women’s sport lifestyle clothing line that started in 2001. Orb is part of the Global Collective Design company, established by Vancouverites by Glenn Taylor and Leslie Lee in 1992. The Global Collective Design company now has two labels that they design and produce: Arson and Orb.  The two brands also have sub brands Orion and Orb Outerwear. Orb is empowered. The intent of Orb is to inspire all to live empowered lives of generosity; creating and attracting brilliance, beauty and well-being. The Orb design triad of mind, body and soul represents an active, fashion-forward lifestyle, designed to enhance the momentum of people engaged in living purposeful lives – to live like you mean it! Orb is very big on corporate responsibility and have implemented ways of reducing waste in their business practices. You can read more about those initiatives on the Orb website. They also have manufacturing initiatives to reduce harmful chemicals. They also incorporate …

Mary Katrantzou Fall Winter 2011 – 2012

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I pretty much ignored fashion during my Whistler vacation and I`m still catching up. It`s hard to believe but true. Mary Katrantzou`s fall winter 2011 Р2012 collection was amazing, as always. She used Chinese porcelain, Faberg̩ eggs, Meissen and coromandel screens as influences in this collection. I usually don`t associate Mary Katrantzou with great pants but there where some nice ones this season. The clothing is such a visual delight and even the shoes got in the act. images: vogue.com

I want – I got on Global TV News Hour 6pm, March 24, 2011

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So, I thought I would let my readers know that I`ll be in a segment that will be featured on the Toronto edition of Global TV`s New Hour program at 6pm today, March 24, 2011. Check it out live if you can. I`ve heard they post it online afterwards so I`ll try to update this post with a link to that video. Cheers Anita UPDATE: Video is out

|FAT| Model Call, March 27, 2011

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On Sunday March 27th , |FAT| invites men and women of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities to audition for a chance to rock the runway for over 50 designers during four days of events at |FAT| 2011. From 12-6pm at 60 Atlantic Avenue, |FAT| will welcome 200 of Toronto’s most passionate, diverse and engaging beauties. |FAT| prides itself on its progressive and unconventional approach to beauty by encouraging diversity on the catwalk and showcasing models who are true representations of the men and women in our city. While a kick-ass strut is still the key requirement, |FAT| encourages models who can engage the public and inject their personalities into the clothing. 2011 will mark the sixth edition of Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week. With this year’s theme titled “Fashion Schematics,” FAT reinterprets the messages, systems, schemes and symbols inherent in the notion of fashion. “When it comes to the runway, models are the essential messengers who communicating the designers vision. They give meaning to the clothing and depict narratives to the audience through their …

Success is Chic: Making it in the fashion industry, March 24, 2011

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Success is Chic: Making it in the fashion industry March 24, 2011 Discussion Theme: Opportunities & How to succeed in the fashion industry.. Hear from fashion designers and other industry professionals on what you need to do to prepare for a successful career in the fashion industry. Learn what else can be done to nurture the development of a successful indigenous fashion industry.. Panelists: • Ben Barry, Founder & CEO, Ben Barry Agency • Brandon R. Dwyer, Creative Force & Designer, BASCH • Cynthia Florek, Brand & Trend Director, Sears Canada • Susan Langdon, Executive Director, Toronto Fashion Incubator • Shawna Robinson, Co-Founder & Co-Designer, LABEL Media Interviewers: • Julie King, Publisher & Managing Editor, CanadaOne.com • Sean Stanleigh, Editor, Your Business, The Globe & Mail Location: The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1J3 T: 416.531.5042 www.thedrakehotel.ca Time(EST): • 5:00pm-6-00pm: Registration & Networking • 6:00pm-7:00pm: Panel Q & A and Live Interactive Webcast • 7:00pm-8:00pm: Networking Registration: Registration: www.directengagement.com $20 registration for members $25 advance $30 day of registration at the …

Elle Canada’s 10th Anniversary Party

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Elle Canada had their 10th Anniversary a few weeks ago and of course held a party. I wore a dress from the Greta Constantine spring summer 2011 collection. I was going for a total monochromatic red look but I was missing the red handbag and shoes. I need to rectify that big time. There was a video made from the night and I made the final cut. See 1:45. I’ve place the video after the jump because it autoplays. Check your sound levels too before checking it out.

Ela Handbags

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Ela is a new Canadian handbag line that I’ve just been introduced to. I met co-founders Ela Kowalewska and Martin Aldorsson at Dark Horse cafe where I got a chance to chat and see the line in person.  I really liked what they had to show me. The basis of ela is the idea of humble luxury, where refined and sophisticated silhouettes strive to showcase, rather than upstage, the wearer. From subtle asymmetry to luxe hardware and leather, every design element is infused with a high level of craftsmanship, materials and a signature aesthetic. The collection is small but focused. The handbags are on the minimal side of things but they all share the signature Ela leather closure. The leather is lovely and there are a few different finishes to choose from.  I like the pebbled leather the best. The MILCK clutch is a big enough for a night out that includes a camera and smartphone. It comes in a variety of colours and finishes. There are also some tote bags. I like the more …

John Allan’s Club at The Bay, Queen Street Launch Party

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I attended the opening party for the John Allan Club at The Bay on Queen Street. The John Allan Club is a membership based men’s grooming club where all aspects of male grooming are taken care of by expert staff. The Bay John Allan Club is first international location and the sixth overall. John Allan was in attendance along with Bonnie Brooks and one of the Bachelors from that horrible, horrible Bachelor series. I think he’s following me because I saw him again while I was out last week, ha ha. I don’t need to be in close proximity to anyone on that show. Anyways, John talked for a bit and I decided to record some video.