December 2010
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Art & Lifestyle | Fendi Casa
Fendi, one of the most elegant and well known Italian houses introduced the Fendi Casa Home Collection in 1989 as a new important chapter of a great Italian business characterized by an unlimited creativity.
The natural evolution for the Fendi brand, with its longstanding reputation for producing the most coveted furs and precious leathers in fashion, was to take this expertise and use it to...
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Lust Have | Balmain Printed Scarf
Totally lusting over this sheer cotton masterpiece from Balmain available now on NET-A-PORTER.
The scarf features safety-pin and signature ‘B’ print. A great alternative to the Alexander McQueen scarf, not that we’ll ever retire those. Ever. Yes, it’s a bit more than a McQueen, but c’mon it’s Balmain, you can get your Balmain scarf for $680 USD.
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Sale | Diesel Boxing Day Sale
From starting at Holt Renfrew at 7AM tomorrow, you’ll head over to Yorkville and join my friends over at Diesel for their Boxing Day Sale at 92 Yorkville Ave.
All you guys are going to be tuckered out by 12PM, good luck friends!
Julio Reyes Cocka
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Sale | MANGO Winter Sale
Focusing on MANGO’s male collection H.E. they sent over the up to 50% off sale for both their online and in store deals!
Despite hating H&M, Zara and the likes, the only generic “mall/mass-produced clothes” I ever find something or tolerate is MANGO. So be sure to check this one out, if you’re out Boxing Day shopping! You’re sure to find something!
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Sale | Holt Renfrew Winter Sale
I for one, would never dare shop on a Boxing Day, especially at Holt Renfrew. I could just imagine the whack jobs wrestling each other for two season’s past Miu Miu satchel. But, if that’s your thing and love bargains that you better be there bright and early!
From 7AM-19AM save an additional 10% on already reduced mercahndise. I swear Boxing Day shopping should probably be a trade....
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Sale | Aritzia F/W Sale
Cue pandemonium, now!
I popped into Aritzia Christmas eve, and the sale had already started! Amazing selection of denim ladies, start at $149!
Julio Reyes Cocka
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Sale | Sephora Beauty Sale
Starting tomorrow, Sephora will have up to 50% off selected items!
Better hurry and charge the store for your beauty products ladies and gays!
Julio Reyes Cocka
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In Case You Missed It | Gisele Bündchen for...
Gisele Bündchen is everywhere! I’m sure this won’t be the last we’ll see of her pretty little face too! Being shot again by über-photographer, Steven Meisel, ads go on rotation next month.
Bündchen is the face for Balenciaga’s S/S 2011 ad campaign and I know a lot of you won’t agree that she looks good, nor understand what she’s wearing. Balenciaga is the...
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In Case You Missed It | Urban Outfitters' Mood...
We all remember mood rings growing up and how they were the the hottest thing. Ever. Well, now we’ve the mood lipstick.
Urban Outfitters has created a small collection of 5 different shades of lipsticks each with it’s own name: Temper, Melancholy, Clarity, Vain, and Lust. A varying shade of pink for each all depending on your mood.
The Mood Lipstick Set retails for $14 USD and...
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Store Feature | Oliver Spencer Toronto
A short while ago, I was invited to join in the celebration of the opening of UK-based designer Oliver Spencer’s third boutique opening, here in Toronto. Unfortunately, due to other responsibilities I was unable to attend, but recently I stopped by for a visit to check out what everyone was buzzing about.
Based in London, England, Spencer has created a brand that embodies, exquisite...
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Store Feature | Oliver Spencer Toronto
A short while ago, I was invited to join in the celebration of the opening of UK-based designer Oliver Spencer’s third boutique opening, here in Toronto. Unfortunately, due to other responsibilities I was unable to attend, but recently I stopped by for a visit to check out what everyone was buzzing about.
Based in London, England, Spencer has created a brand that embodies, exquisite...
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Not To Be Missed | THOMAS [Season 3] Sample Sale &...
Sunday December 26th, THOMAS will be having a Boxing Day Sample Sale and Trunk Show at Ruins on Queen St.
Guests will be able to shop all the latest season’s samples at a special 15% discounted price. Remember how we were lusting over everything that the boys had shown during LGFW?
These pants! I want them in both black and white! Immediately!
Make sure to head to RUINS located at...
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Not To Be Missed | THOMAS [Season 3] Sample Sale &...
Sunday December 26th, THOMAS will be having a Boxing Day Sample Sale and Trunk Show at Ruins on Queen St.
Guests will be able to shop all the latest season’s sample at a special 15% discounted price. Remember how we were lusting over everything that the boys had shown during LGFW?
These pants! I want them in both black and white! Immediately!
Make sure to head to RUINS located at...
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In Case You Missed It | Rihanna's Reb'l Fleur...
Rihanna’s debut fragrance packaging was leaked out today and we’re loving Rihanna’s ultra-glam face for the much-anticipated perfume.
The high heel shaped bottle will house the scent which is comprised of notes of tuberose, violet, hibiscus, and coconut water. The name, Reb’l Fleur, was inspired from the songstress’ neck tatoo which reads, “Rebelle...
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Event | Credo Toronto Launch
Last week, Spanish based shirt brand Credo opened it’s doors to celebrate it’s first North-American opening with media and Toronto A-Listers.
The Credo line of high-end men’s & women’s shirts & accessories was created with the intention of designating a shirt to complement the way people live. Offering formal, casual and slim-fit styles for men, and classic cut...
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Event | Credo Launch
Last week, Spanish based shirt brand Credo opened it’s doors to celebrate it’s first North-American opening with media and Toronto A-Listers.
The Credo line of high-end men’s & women’s shirts & accessories was created with the intention of designating a shirt to complement the way people live. Offering formal, casual and slim-fit styles for men, and classic cut...
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Lust Have | Lanvin Illustrated Bridal Book
Alber Elbaz’s signature Lanvin illustrations have made their way onto bridal guest books. But who says it only has to be used for weddings? More like for anything else we use note books for!
The notebook features a woman being proposed to by her boyfriend on the cover, blank pages, a white elasticated strap to close, a designer signature on the back and comes in a paper bag designed...
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Event | Fusion Of Effects Anniversary & iScream...
Think pink, is what we were told and I instantly melted for two reasons, one being that I live for pink and two, the idea of Marcus of Fusion of Effects using the word pink in a sentence could only be magical.
Marcus celebrated the anniversary of his blog empire, Fusion of Effects in conjunction of a little something many of you may remember me asking to vote which I also covered the...
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Event | Fusion Of Effects Anniversary & iScream...
Think pink, is what we were told and I instantly melted for two reasons, one being that I live for pink and two, the idea of Marcus of Fusion of Effects using the word pink in a sentence could only be magical.
Marcus celebrated the anniversary of his blog empire, Fusion of Effects in conjunction of a little something many of you may remember me asking to vote which I also covered the...
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In Case You Missed It | January Jones for Versace...
Mad Men star, January Jones is the new face for Versace’s S/S 2011 Ad campaign and we’re loving it.
Dressed in nothing but accessories, the bombshell was photographed by Mario Testino for Versace.
What do you think?
Photos: Mario Testino for Versace
Julio Reyes Cocka
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In Case You Missed It | January Jones for Versace...
Mad Men star, January Jones is the new face for Versace’s S/S 2011 Ad campaign and we’re loving it.
Dressed in nothing but accessories, the bombshell was photographed by Mario Testino for Versace.
What do you think?
Photos: Mario Testino for Versace
Julio Reyes Cocka
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Fashion News | Marisa Miller for Marc Jacobs
Victoria Secret hottie, Marisa Miller is the new naked celebrity to grace the breasts and chest of all for Marc Jacobs’ charity campaign for skin cancer awareness.
All proceeds from the sale of the tshirts will go to NYU Cancer Institute and will be sold at all Marc Jacobs boutiques. I want me one!
Photos: Marc Jacobs INC.
Julio Reyes Cocka
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Event | Gucci Timepieces Presents "La Dolce Vida...
Earlier this week Gucci Timepieces & jewelery presented a viewing of La Dolce Vida, 1950-1960: Stars and Celebrities in the Italian Fifties. Curated by Marco Panella & sponsored by Artix and by Cenecitta Luce at an exclusive cocktail party co-hosted by Birks at The Richmond.
An exhibition comprised of a wide selection of vintage photographs from the Luce Archives and magazines of the...
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In Case You Missed It | nOir Jewellery for DC...
Remember how I showed you the collaboration nOir did with Disney Collection? Well the novelty accessory company has teamed up with DC Comics to release a capsule collection featuring pieces inspired by the female figures of the DC world.
Are these Catwoman ring nails to die for? These large ones retail for $280 USD, shorter ones for $180 USD.
My favourite piece has got to be this...
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Fashion News | Blake Lively for Chanel
Just in- Blake Lively has been tapped as the new face of Chanel’s handbag campaign. She reportedly just returned from shooting the new ads in Paris, which are expected to go public early next year.
I’m a little split on what to think of this. The 23-year-old Lively has been climbing the fashion world ranks, becoming close with Anna Wintour and landing the coveted Vogue cover twice...
Behind The Scenes | My FAB Magazine Photoshoot
Toronto’s leading gay magazine, FAB asked me to be their “Fab Guy” for the upcoming issue. I hesitated at first due to the fact that most Fab Guys end up being pretty much naked amongst the sexed-up ads and racy pictures towards the back of the bi-weekly publication.
But, FAB photographer and creative artistic photographer Drasko Bogdanovic assured me that what ever I felt...
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Trends | The Elastic Waist
Don’t do it, people.
With Thanksgiving indulgences a not-so-distant memory, and the winter holidays upon us, some might be tempted to experiment with the expandable pant look.
I first noticed these mullets of fashion in The Bay, sold under Jessica Simpson’s label. I left the store smirking; figuring only someone with as many freak weight fluctuations (and tabloid-induced traumas to...
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Event | Corduroy Magazine and Textstyles.ca...
On November 25 I got the chance to preview Corduroy Magazine and Textstyles.ca’s First Annual Holiday Pop-Up Closet. Not only did this event have some seriously fabulous finds, the proceeds benefited the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation. And really… what’s better in this world than fashion and charity combined?
From the moment I walked in the door, I...
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In Case You Missed It | Katy Perry's Limited...
Embellished with 150 ruby-coloured Swarovski crystals, Katy Perry graces Harper Bazaar US in a limited edition holiday issue.
Available online at Zinio you can purchase the limited-edition cover now. The issue includes special features and interactive content.
Liking the cover a lot, only because we barely see her face and the disasters she calls her costumes. Then again they are just that,...
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Event | YYZ Living Magazine Launch
Last night YYZ Group celebrated with the launch of their new living magazine YYZ Living.
This highly anticipated launch party brought together the “who’s who” from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, finance, sports, and media here in Toronto. A night of mingling, cocktails, stylish hors d’ouvres and meeting plenty new faces. Like meeting MTV Canada’s Sheena, a hoot...
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Beauty | Calvin Klein Beauty Fragrance
A while back Sabrina and were invited to the Calvin Klein Beauty launch and had the chance to enjoy the art, fragrance and people.
The Calvin Klein Beauty Woman is authentic and true; she is accomplished and inspiring. She believes in the power of self-knowledge, gained from the life she’s lived. At once feminine and strong, she shapes her destiny with a charismatic allure and determined...
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Contest | Stella Artois 9-Step Home Pouring Kit
Christmas Season is coming and I know that most of you are struggling for that perfect gift for the man, or woman, in your life. Well with holiday season here, that usually involves drinks and good times, so have them celebrate with Stella Artois’ 9-Step Home Pouring kit.
The kit includes four (4) Stella Artois chalices, a bottle opener, a foam head cutter and a booklet explaining the...
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In Case You Missed It | Salma Hayek for V España
Ay Dios mio, Salma Hayek looking S-T-U-N-N-I-N-G in this killer Alexander McQueen dress that just flaunts every curve of her body on the latest issue of V Spain.
Guess who shot Salma on the cover, the one and only, Mr. Karl Lagerfeld. Also, loving how appropriately placed that ‘V’ is, drawing reader’s eyes. Straight. Down. There.
What do you guys think?
Photo: V Spain
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In Case You Missed It | Gisele Bündchen For Vogue...
Appropriately titled, “Ruber Soul,” the last of the super models, Gisele Bündchen covers the latest issue of Vogue Italia.
Shot in black and white by my favourite photographer, Steven Meisel, Bündchen is styled by Panos Yiepanis.
What do you think?
Photos: Vogue Italia
Julio Reyes Cocka
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Sample Sale | PlastiChic Watches Celebrates The...
The wonderful team at PlastiChic has sent us a little surprise for you, just in time for your holiday shopping trips! You all certainly remember my write up on PlastiChic, and how I totally wear mine all the time! Well, PlastiChic is having a sample sale and you’re all invited!
Next Tuesday December 7th make your merry little way to 174 Spadina Ave. Suite 303 from 10-6 to shop PlastiChic...
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Fashion News | Gwen Stefani Designs Stroller for...
As you all know, today, December 1st is World Aids Day, a time we remember all those lost and encourage and raise awareness for the vital importance of finding a cure for AIDS.
We’re all aware of it, and celebs are jumping on the bandwagon. Alicia Keys has urged all her A-list friends to cease any interactions on their social media outlets. Gaga, Usher and Ryan Seacrest, are just the few...