All posts tagged: Toronto

Eternal Sunrise: A Benefit for Japan – March 30, 2011

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Eternal Sunrise: A Benefit for Japan – March 30, 2011 Fundraiser features Performance from Jully Black, DJ sets Brendan Canning (Broken Social Scene), DJ Shine (Nelly Furtado), Dubmatix (2009 Juno Nominee) The Makeover (Jeremy Glenn & Rod Skimmins), Nate Wize (Sony Music), Baby Joel Smye (Footwork Nightclub), Jeff Kirkwood (Byzantium), Agile (Brass Munk), Addy (Hi Bias Records) and Iron Horse (Pawn Shop Records) On Wednesday, March 30, 2011, Eternal Sunrise: A Benefit for Japan will take place at Revival Bar at 783 College Street. MuchMusic’s Sarah Taylor will host the event in support of Plan Canada’s relief efforts in Japan. The evening will also feature a food stand from Caplansky’s Smoked Meats, a raffle and silent auction with more than 50 different items up for bid such as Raptors vs Heat Tickets, gift baskets, concert tickets, jewelry, dinner gift cards, clothing, artwork and much more. Auction items will be available to take home that night, and are payable by cash or credit card. The auction ends at midnight and winners will be announced immediately after. …

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.

I want – I got does Toronto Design Week: SUNG Outdoor Preview 2011

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I attended some exhibits during Toronto Design Week from January 24-30, 2011. Toronto Design Week culminates with the Interior Design Show but many local designers showcase their exhibits at this time. It’s taken me some time to get my photos all together and organized. There is a lot of sorting, tagging, cataloging and purging of photos going on. It’s often a nightmare task I hate performing. It feels hella good when it’s done though. SUNG Outdoor held a special media preview for bloggers during Toronto Design Week. Bloggers got a chance to see the currently SUNG Outdoor collection and the special IDS11 Blackwatch collection. The limited edition SUNG Outdoor Blackwatch collection is different due to the colour scheme of black, blue and green. It was only available for purchase at IDS11 this year. Designer Alfred Sung and Saul Mimran, President of the Mimran Group were on hand to talk. See all my photos from the SUNG Outdoor preview.

I want – I got does Toronto Design Week: MADE at HOME 2011

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I attended some exhibits during Toronto Design Week from January 24-30, 2011. Toronto Design Week culminates with the Interior Design Show but many local designers showcase their exhibits at this time. It’s taken me some time to get my photos all together and organized. There is a lot of sorting, tagging, cataloging and purging of photos going on. It’s often a nightmare task I hate performing. It feels hella good when it’s done though. MADE at Home is the new Radiant Dark in a way. Julie Nicholson and Shaun Moore have moved on from that project to new pastures with the MADE at Home show. I loved the presentation of this show because it felt so familiar. Turns out, I’ve attended creative exhibitions at this apartment on Dundas West before. This was the former apartment of Siya Chen, who is an artist and held installations in her home. There is an accelerating culture of craftsmanship and creative labour which lives here. Julie Nicholson and Shaun Moore of MADE will introduce 28 new Canadian designs highlighting …