9th Annual Heart of Fashion
January 29, 2010 by City Life Staff
Filed under People & Places
The prestigious Bayview Village Shopping Centre hosted the annual Heart of Fashion charity event on Nov. 22, 2009, benefiting North York General Hospital’s patients and their families. The shopping Read more
Mi Casa, Tu Casa: Light up your life à la Français
January 29, 2010 by City Life Staff
Filed under Home Decor
Paris is rich in romance, innovative designs and self-expression. With a new season starting, add a little touch of the City of Light into your life with some of these lively home décor additions, stylish threads and the latest gadgets. Read more
Jason Meyers Wows Fashion Week
January 29, 2010 by Madeline Stephenson
Filed under Fashion
Some of the fashion industry’s top designers flocked to Toronto for LG Fashion Week last fall to showcase their Spring 2010 collections. Among them was Project Runway Canada’s season two finalist Jason Meyers, who wowed a fashion-infatuated audience with fresh colours and cutting-edge designs. “I really try to design with the aspects of timeless and edgy,” says the Hamilton born designer, who had his own tailor as a teenager.
Girls wanna have Fun
October 12, 2009 by City Life Staff
Filed under Beauty
Hit the town in great finds.
1. Chanel
Do like voluptuous screen vixen Brigitte Bardot and define your peepers with black kohl eyeliner. If you feel this retro look is loaded with too much drama, simply shorten the length of the line. Be demure and pair it with a neutral look. http://uma.chanel.com
2. Kindergallery
Colourful and clever, this piece by ISAK is a classic example of Sandra Isaksson’s thoughtful designs. Selecting fine artwork from across the globe that appeals to both children and their parents, Kindergallery has an eye for art that tugs at the aesthetic strings of all ages. Let this family-friendly find from across Read more
Behind the Drapes with Anna Maria
October 12, 2009 by Admin Dev
Filed under Ask the Expert
Windows that speak for themselves.
With each stitch and sew, perfection is at its best in the hands of Anna Maria. As a skilled seamstress and accomplished designer, Anna Maria applies her love of fashion to dress your home in haute couture designs. “Drapery brings elegance and style to a space. Essentially, window dressings complete a room while establishing its ambience,” says Anna Maria.
With years of experience under her belt, Anna Maria delivers luxurious and unique window designs that work harmoniously with her clients’ lifestyles. As a graduate of Toronto’s George Brown College’s Creative Fashion Design program, Anna Maria infuses refined style and sartorial elegance into all of her work. “My love of fashion carries over to my drapery – it’s a Read more
If Looks Could Kill
October 12, 2009 by City Life Staff
Filed under Fashion
Glitz and glam is back. After last autumn’s neutral-toned ensembles, this season’s embellished necklines and bedazzled pieces are primping you for the sparkling winter season to come. Canadian designer Franco Mirabelli’s fall collection sparkles and shimmers just a little brighter, drawing in an audience ready for precisely contoured suiting and textured solids paired with extravagant costume jewelry. Keep an eye out for a classic-cut peacoat, asymmetrical lines and fun fur textures that Mirabelli blends with classy contemporary pieces. The simple solids matched with eye-catching accessories will have you all polished up for a day at the office or a night out at a hot spot. Read more
Hot Couture
June 15, 2009 by City Life Staff
Filed under Fashion
Become one with summer in sensuous evening gowns, prints that burst with life, and cuts that will make your body move.
It’s time for a new look this summer that will leave you feeling fresh, confident and glowing. With so many stylish creations taking over the runways, summer is a time to go bold with bright colours as you break out of a winter shell. Take note from up-and-coming designer Joy Han, creator of the popular fashion lines Vava and Voom, on how to wear these steamy items the right way. Read more
Fashion calls for Splurging without Breaking the Bank!
February 2, 2009 by City Life Staff
Filed under Fashion
For all true fashionistas, great style is something that can’t be compromised. But in today’s shaking economy, price can play a major factor when deciding what items we should spend our hard-earned cash on. There is no need to cut back, just choose wisely while you’re perusing trendy boutiques. You can still look like a million dollars and avoid committing a fashion faux pas by sticking to a budget. Just follow these simple tips and you will be on your way to looking fabulous for a fraction of the cost. Read more
A-Lizt Fashions
December 1, 2008 by City Life Staff
Filed under People & Places
With stunning designs from Europe and North America, A-Lizt Fashions has dazzled its patrons for the past six years. Offering clients the latest high-end fashion merchandise with brands that include Solola, Cop Copine and Alberto Makali, A-Lizt Fashions are the designer destination for Vaughan Residents. Step into A-Lizt fashions to take advantage of its sale – up to 50 per cent off everything in the store!
Photo: Elegant Black Ruffle Dress accentuated by long flowing shawl.
The Cadbury Chocolate Couture Collection
December 1, 2008 by City Life Staff
Filed under People & Places
Mixing the two things women love most – chocolate and fashion – a spectacular presentation of couture fashion was unveiled at the runway of The Carlu, November 5th, 2008. Ten outstanding Read more