Future Possibilities for Kids – a Charity that truly changes lives

The Future Possibilities for Kids (FPK) Annual Fundraiser Event is truly like no other.  From the original event title – “Travelling Midway of Curiosities and Delights” – to the uber casual and truly welcoming ambience – to the array of fun activities to do including taro card reading, caricature art, handwriting analysis, body art, flea […]

Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Whether he’s the father who always spoiled you or the father of your children, here are some great and very current gifts you can give the favourite men in your life. Pamper him with Gadgets: The IPad2 is so slim, has a great interface and is an ideal way to wire your Dad.  It’s 33 […]

On Diversity, the Fashion Industry and Style Bloggers

The Huffington Post and UK’s Daily Mail published articles on the lack of diversity in the fashion industry recently.  No real surprises in either (the HuffPo one was actually a reaction to the Daily Mail) – just the same old facts about how many non-white models (if used on the runways or catalog shoots at […]

Tennessee Designer Relaunches Petite-Only Fashion Line

When Vogue Italia put three larger-than-normal models on its recent cover, both major media and bloggers were all over it (including this site), discussing whether Vogue did the right thing.  Many complained about the fact that the models were wearing lingerie and not, say, evening gowns or casual wear.  Many times, the excuse is that […]

GlassFrog Launch Party – Transparent Fundraising

Do you want to give aid to natural disasters around the world but are really unsure what happens to the money and if it will truly make a difference? GlassFrog is a registered nonprofit organization in Canada that is “committed to swiftly deploy shelter, food and water to meet the immediate basic human needs to […]

Lauren Friese inspires the Young Women of Influence

Young Women of Influence presented Lauren Friese of TalentEgg speaking on “Employment” in their Scotiabank sponsored evening series.  The jam packed affair was held at the Fifth Grill, a revamped high-end Western-style restaurant in the Entertainment District. Lauren Friese Lauren Friese is the founder of TalentEgg.ca, a true Canadian success story.   At 24 years old, […]

The Art of Leadership Conference Brings Innovation and Insight to Toronto

The Art of … Productions just held a fabulous 5 world class speaker event in Toronto on Leadership.  This inaugural The Art of Leadership conference featured five internationally renowned bestselling authors and visionaries: Patrick Lencioni, Ann Rhoades, General Rick Hillier, Tim Sanders and Tom Rath.  Ron Tite hosted the event. The day’s biggest draw was […]

TopShop Will Open First Canadian Store at Yorkdale

  Confirmed right here, people!  UK’s hottest export, TopShop, will open its first Canadian location at Yorkdale’s Bay store.  The official date, according to HBC’s website is September 20.  However, if you’re looking for a TopShop fix earlier, there will be a TopShop Summer Takeover – “pop-up” stores opening at many Bay locations across the […]

Paris Hilton: Should Use Name to Influence People

First off, I don’t usually write about celebrities, especially so-called “celebutantes.”  It’s just not my thing.  Most don’t seem to give off such a “sophisticated” vibe to me.   Thus, I was debating whether to post this in the “entertainment” or “style” section. Since people seem to watch Paris Hilton for entertainment purposes rather than […]