101 Markets at 3030
NEW MONTHLY VINTAGE & HANDMADE MARKETPLACE SETS UP IN THE WEST END Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Just because winter’s coming doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the convivial atmosphere of markets anymore; many are setting up indoors for the next few months, including the new 101 Markets, which will host their first event...
Junction Flea: Winter Flea
MONTHLY MARKET SETS UP IN THE GREAT HALL ON SUNDAY Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Now that the weather’s heading downward in degrees, the Junction Flea – the popular monthly Sunday market – is heading indoors for their latest installment. From 10am-5pm, check out vendors from around the city selling food, art, home...
BYOB Cocktail Emporium’s Online Store
UNIQUE BOUTIQUE OFFERS THEIR GOODS ONLINE JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos provided by BYOB Cocktail Emporium Looking for a one-of-a-kind gift as December approaches? Or maybe you just feel like spoiling yourself heading into winter hibernation mode? Regardless of your motives, a trip to Toronto’s only...
Mutts & Co. Fall Shop
MUTTS & CO. ARE BACK AT IT WITH A POP-UP FULL OF FALL GOODIES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker In the market for some great apparel, home décor items and food? Stop by 88 Ossington Avenue (above LeVack Block) to check out the new Mutts & Co. Fall Shop, which officially pops up...
Why Buy Vintage?
AS VINTAGE CRAWL TORONTO NEARS, WE MAKE THE CASE FOR PURCHASING PREVIOUSLY LOVED PIECES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker It’s no secret that there are amazing vintage stores all around Toronto; from those that sell designer dresses to those that focus on more laid-back looks, there’s hardly a neighbourhood in the city that...
Miracle Thieves
DUNDAS WEST SPACE OFFERS ENCOURAGEMENT & EXCITEMENT FOR CREATIVE MINDS Story by Amanda Stancati Photos provided by Miracle Thieves “Miracle Thieves is a colony of joyful rebels,” states their website. What’s the colony rebelling against? “The norm,” says free-spirited founder Tiffany Naval, otherwise known as Tiffany Love (her artist name). “I think it...
Toronto Fashion Week(s) Preview
WHAT TO WATCH FOR & WHERE TO GO OVER TWO WEEKS OF FASHION FESTIVITIES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Starting today, Toronto will forge into a two-week long fashion free for all, including parties, presentations, and good old fashioned fashion shows. Here are a few highlights, although the whole journey is sure to...
One Night Stand
VINTAGE RETAILERS CAMP OUT ON OSSINGTON FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY Everyone knows there’s nothing better than a little retail therapy to start your weekend off right, so 69 Vintage has convened some of the finest vintage retailers for a one-night market and party. Starting at 5pm and going until eleven, One Night Stand features...
Rescue Vintage
NEW OSSINGTON SHOP BOASTS A SELECTION OF NEW & OLD Story by Jacqueline Flaggiello Photos provided by Rescue Vintage Rescue Vintage is a breath of fresh air to anyone who dreams en français. The shop channels a clean, quaint and rustic bohemian aesthetic, with crisp white walls and antique accents; owner Renee Kaylor...
Dundas West Sidewalk Sale
CHECK OUT THE MANY MERCHANTS ON THIS MUST-VISIT STRIP Looking for a reason to visit a new neighbourhood in Toronto? The Dundas West Sidewalk Sale is the perfect excuse to head west this weekend, with vendors ranging from restaurants and vintage clothing to galleries and salons. Over 50 participants were assembled by Magwood,...
Why We Loved Fashion Cares
A BACKSTAGE LOOK AT THE FINAL FASHION CARES Story by Jennifer Ng Photos provided by M.A.C Cosmetics In its 25th and final year, M.A.C‘s fundraising féte, Fashion Cares, pulled out all the stops. Models, dancers, makeup artists and more gathered to donate their time to the charities benefited by the event, including the...
Bloc Party Official Afterparty
CELEBRATE TIFF & THE BAND’S TWO DAY STINT IN TORONTO Bloc Party fans – we’re co-hosting a party at The Hoxton this Tuesday that we think you might like! After their two shows at The Danforth Music Hall, Matt and Russell will join us at The Hoxton for a dj set into the...
Plan Your Fashion’s Night Out
WHERE TO GO IN TORONTO TONIGHT! Toronto’s first foray into Fashion’s Night Out (FNO) is almost upon us! Here’s the scoop on where to check out the action. Start your night a little north of the city at Yorkdale, which will kick off festivities at 6pm at stores including J. Crew, Roots, Holt Renfrew, Tory...
Katelyn Joliat
THE JEWELLERY DESIGNER & SHOP OWNER TELLS US WHERE TO GO As told to Odessa Paloma Parker As the designer of K8 Jewellery (the Toronto-based line of lovely silver and gold pieces evoking florals, feathers, bows and more), Katelyn Joliat has cultivated a unique vision for her brand. Now she has set her...
A Collection
OVER 20 ARTISTS INVOLVED IN NEW, SHORT-TIME-ONLY EXHIBIT AT OZ STUDIOS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker From August 23rd to the 31st at Oz Studios (134 Ossington Avenue), A Collection (curated by Bethany Puttkemery and Inez Genereux) will showcase the work of multiple visual and audio artists, all exploring the theme of origin of...
M.A.C Viva Glam Fashion Cares 25
LINDA EVANGELISTA & DEAN AND DAN CATEN OF DSQUARED2 HOST, ELTON JOHN HEADLINES Story by Odessa Paloma Parker On September 9th at the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, huge names including Elton John, Janelle Monaé, Scissor Sisters and Sky Ferreira will grace the stage to celebrate M.A.C‘s 25th annual Fashion Cares event. This...
Roundhouse Craft Beer Festival
BREW UP SOME FUN THIS WEEKEND Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Missed out on Toronto’s Festival of Beer a few weeks back? You’ll get another chance to sample some beautiful brews at this weekend’s Roundhouse Craft Beer Festival, happening noon until 6pm on August 11th and 12th. Participating breweries include Steam Whistle Brewing,...
Wet Hot American Summer Sale
DALSTON GREY HOSTS A SWEET PARTY WITH FITZROY BOUTIQUE Story by Odessa Paloma Parker After getting up to a bit of fun on a summer night, who hasn’t wished that a favourite shop stayed open just a little bit later so we could indulge in a splurge? The fabulous women behind Dalston Grey...
Divergent Dances for Windows and Walls
BE DAZZLED BY THE DEFT MOVES OF THE ANANDAM DANCETHEATRE Story by Rebecca Poyton-Murray If you’re currently busy filling up your summer event schedule, a unique exhibit to add to the list is Anandam Dancetheatre’s latest choreographic project with the Bata Shoe Museum. Using the museum’s interior and exterior architecture, and led by...
Drakeland’s Lemonade Stand
THEIR ROCKIN’ MENU WILL DEFINITELY QUENCH YOUR THIRST Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Lately it seems like all of Toronto’s primary preoccupation has been the heat – but The Drake has a tasty way to help you beat the sticky, summertime blues. To go along with their amusement park concept, Drakeland, which launched...
Fashion Movement
THE DESIGN EXCHANGE CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF THE NATIONAL BALLET OF CANADA Story by Rebecca Poynton-Murray Photos provided by The Design Exchange When Caroline O’Brien, resident designer and wardrobe supervisor of Canada’s National Ballet School from 1989 to 2007, commented that her current Masters thesis is titled ‘Between the seams: The making of...
Life of Manek
A STYLIST’S EYE SEEKS THE GORGEOUS GOODS FOR THIS DUNDAS WEST BOUTIQUE Story by Jacqueline Flaggiello Photos by Ashley Capp What started out as Nicole Manek’s quest to find a boutique that encompassed both an eclectic selection of quality brands and an array of vintage gems, turned out to be her own personal...
Bridge + Bardot Store Opening
VINTAGE BOUTIQUE FINDS NEW HOME & FEATURES NEW BRANDS Story by Odessa Paloma Parker For those looking for a one-stop shop for fun vintage finds and contemporary Canadian labels like Ka’Kia jewellery, Muttonhead, Varsity Brown and more, the opening of Bridge + Bardot’s new location this Friday is sure to excite. Their new...
Nail Art by Artists
MAGIC PONY & SHOLEM KRISHTALKA HOST THEIR OWN TAKE ON A NAIL SALON THIS FRIDAY Story by Odessa Paloma Parker We all know that nail art is the hottest beauty trend going, right? Well Toronto-based artist, Sholem Krishtalka, invites you to indulge in a manicure, Magic Pony-style this Friday night. That means nail...
Trinity Tuck Shop
PICK UP PARK-RELATED GOODIES FROM NOW UNTIL THE END OF AUGUST Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Looking for a game, treat or something to wear to Trinity Bellwoods Park? Trinity Tuck Shop, modeled after the “camp tuck shop” concept and housed in V by 69 Vintage’s park-proximate location, is open for business until Labour Day...
Plaid on The Scene x Lomography
PLAID @ PRIDE 2012 Photos by Mark Binks We had a ton of fun shooting floats and street style at the city’s annual Pride Parade! So great to see so much love and support from schools, businesses and organizations. Wondering how to get the same cool effects in your photos? Lomography’s Fisheye and Spinner 360...
Jessica Mary Clayton
THE WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER TELLS US WHERE TO GO Story by Odessa Paloma Parker Photos provided by Jessica Mary Clayton Designer Jessica Mary Clayton played with natural elements in both her Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter 2012 collections; the former being influenced by the Alberta Tar Sands (Clayton is from Fort McMurry, AB) – “Not necessarily...
