All posts tagged: Toronto

NADA Fragrance by Aromachology

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Anna dello Russo wasn’t the only one launching a fragrance. Toronto based NADA used a dancing flash mob to let get the word out about her new perfume. Nada partnered with Aromachology to create the NADA fragrance. The NADA fragrance has a spicy, oriental-musk undertone of honeysuckle, ginger and saffron, and finishes with seductive top notes of lotus flower, amber and jasmine. “I was really inspired by the fluid movement of our flowing fabrics and the seductive air of our new fragrance — dance is a natural pairing of the two. So we worked with the Ryerson Dance Program, to create something really interesting,” says Nada Shepherd, Creative Director and founder of the self-named women’s wear label. “The NADA signature fragrance is for women who are looking for something a little edgy, a little interesting, and a flash mob builds into an amazingly exciting personal experience, just like our fragrance. It’s dark and sexy just like the music and movement our choreographer Missy Morris put together” says Shepherd. Morris hand-selected a group of over 60 …

i want: Classic Interlock Hoodie by Bench

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Classic Interlock Hoodie by Bench I don’t feature hoodies that often on I want – I got anymore. It’s getting to the point where you’ve seen one you’ve seen them all. I do like the crossover detail Bench has added to this hoodie. You can find Bench in Toronto at The Eaton Centre. Update: I’ve been told Bench is at Yorkdale too. Thx elanacamille images: bench.co.uk

Greta and Ezra Constantine Spring Summer 2011 Videos

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I love the short fashion films created by directed by C. Hudson Hwang for Greta and Ezra Constantine for the spring summer 2011 collections. casting: Kirk Pickersgill + Stephen Wong styling: Kirk Pickersgill, Stephen Wong + Youlanda Jackson menswear: Ezra Constantine SS 2011 streetwear: models’ own models: Joseph Weir, Taras Koltun, Carlton Ruth, Fraser Barke, Robert Rae, Michael Teixeira, Brett Ofield, Paolo Roldan (Elmer Olsen Model Management) music: “Kids” by Sleigh Bells (N.E.E.T. Recordings) designed by Kirk Pickersgill and Stephen Wong models: Frances Coombe (Elite), Krystal Reeve (Next), Jenica Vandermeer (Ford), Jackie Szakall (Elmer Olsen), Danielle Sietz (Sutherland), Alisa Erlikh (NAM), Emily Fox (Push), Naro Lokurka (Push), Shiya Zhao (Sutherland), Renee Thompson (Elite), Madison Schill (Ford), Ada Roberts (Sutherland), Grace Mahary (Elmer Olsen), Ty States (Sutherland), Thembi Oney (NAM), Anna Shevchenko (NAM), Dajana Antic (Elmer Olsen), Joanna Lepiesza (Elite) Music: “Infinity Guitars” by Sleigh Bells (N.E.E.T. Recordings)

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Musical

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I love Mirvish!!! They send me a pair of tickets for Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Musical. I was ecstatic. Priscilla Queen of the Desert is one of my all time favourite movies and I was dying to see what they could do with a musical version. IT IS SPECTACULAR! AT LAST! After smash-hit engagements in Sydney and in London’s West End, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL has arrived in Toronto. Based on the Oscar-winning film, PRISCILLA tells the outrageous and heart-warming tale of three friends on a road trip adventure to the middle of nowhere who end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed possible! With an incredible array of jaw-dropping costumes and an irresistible score of more than 20 dance-floor classics, PRISCILLA is a sensational journey to the heart of fabulous. So get ready for the ultimate feel-great theatrical experience… and HOP ABOARD! This musical is such a treat. I couldn’t keep still. The costumes were amazing. The cast was amazing. Everything was amazing. They didn’t even tone …

Crafternoon Tea, November 27, 2010

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Crafternoon Tea, November 27, 2010 Back by popular demand, Crafternoon Tea ~ an indie craft show and charity tea party ~ returns to Leslieville…just in time for the holidaze! Over 35 vendors of handmade wearables & gifts will be showcased, alongside a traditional English tea service (w/proceeds to benefit neighbourhood charities). Saturday November 27th, 11am to 5pm Queen East Presb. Church 947 Queen Street East Toronto

Q Collection by iWatchz

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I get a lot of email and I’m not very good at keeping up on top of it. I get my fair share of  WTF and shady type emails too. I usually ignore these. Last weekend, I got a short and cryptic email about an amazing watch that I just needed to see. I would be getting a scoop and the company is Toronto based.  Looking at my BlackBerry Torch (Thanks RIM) I thought, Do I reply or not? I was very skeptical but my desire to reply for shits and giggles over took me.  Hell, I like watches too. We had a bit of back and forth with me blowing him off with each exchange. Then he dropped a name I knew. My bullshit filter dropped as I realized that we’ve met. It was during my trip to NYFW for the Spring 2008 collections. We were sitting in at the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel lobby drinking with his wife and The Oracle. I agreed to meet him to finally see this thing. The thing …

hugTO: Cookies & Champagne Party, November 30, 2010

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The hugTO Cookies & Champagne Party @ Arta Gallery, Distillery District – 6 PM We are hosting a champagne-infused all-girl networking sesh + modern cookie exchange. How it works: 1. Bake (4) dozen cookies the weekend before the event, bring all your baked goods with a card explaining your baked creation. Please no store-bought. 2. Don’t bake? You can still come! Just buy the appropriate ticket. 3. We set-up everyone’s cookies in a giant sugary spread! 4. Bring (2-3) big containers or giant ziploc bags to store your new cookies in. 5. Everyone moves around the table and takes home one of each cookie. 6. Eat the extras, while networking with 200 of the coolest hip + urban girls in the city. 7. Sugar coma ensues! Shop the HUG Mini Christmas Market of local vendors & artisans. Your ticket includes: 1. A complimentary glass of ‘Open’ sparkling wine, cash bar also available 2. VIP Gift Bag to the first 100 guests to purchase tickets, worth over the cost of your ticket! 3. Access to the …

geekiviews: Cougar Boots

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Matchstick sent me two pairs of Cougar Boots to review. One pair of rainboots and one pair of winter boots. There were a few styles to choose from and I was lucky to get my first choices. I was getting pretty bored of my Hunters so I was thinking of buying a new pair of boots. I’ve been looking around and thought about a big obnoxious yellow or purple pair. When I saw the Regal rainboot from Cougar, I needed to own them. They are rubber with a polar fleece lining. They are comfortable, warm and rated from 0°C to -24°C. I’ve only used them in above 0°C situations so I can’t comment on how they work in that weather. They are a sturdy boot, better made than my hunters. Most of all I love the motorcycle boot style. They look great. Regal’s retail for $85. The winter boot I selected is Ringo Star. I haven’t worn them outside since we have no snow yet. I can’t tell you about function but I love they …

LGFW Spring Summer 2011 Fashion Trends

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During LGFW I asked about trends from the Spring Summer 2011 shows. I ended up as part of this video. Sponsored Post – This is a series of posts on LG Fashion Week that are sponsored by Shick. You can explore the LG Fashion Week videos provided by Shick and Chick Advisor here.