If you love theme parties, dressing up, and having fun with a group of similar-minded party revelers then Buy Design is the charity event designed just for you! Now in it's 6th year, Buy Design has created a space-themed night inspired by Barbarella, er, I should say Buybarella - who you can follow on Twitter (@Buybarella) for your chance to win tickets. (If you don't know Barbarella, why not take a look back to my Design in Space post.)
Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 8pm
Location: Distillery Historic District
Cost $75, or 6 for the price of 5
Website: buydesignforwindfall.ca
So bust out your go-go boots and minis! I can't wait - last year's studio 54 theme was incredible but this one is gonna be a bigger blast!
All proceeds are donated to Windfall, Canada's only NEW clothing and basic-needs bank.
"BUY DESIGN's galaxy-renowned live and silent auctions bring in donations that will sate fashionistas, foodies and culture lovers alike. Earthly possessions up for bid include Jenny Bird handbags, a $1000 H&M shopping spree and gift certificates to the city's best restaurants, spas, and salons. Be there for the curtained reveal and get first bid on items - from roundtrip Via Rail tickets to Montreal and autographed NHL and NFL jerseys, to one of a kind couture from Doll Factory by Damzels. Stop by the sci-fi Beauty Lab and get glam amongst beauticians in lab coats and beakers overflowing with luxury beauty products from brands such as Smashbox, Boss, Cargo and L'Oréal. Satisfy your astronomical appetite and indulge in delectable mini beef burgers, herb crusted lamb chops and sweet potato fries courtesy of Encore catering. Top off the night with BUY DESIGN's exclusive take home treasures thanks to the evening's generous sponsors."
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Still Revolution
Still Revolution: A Benefit for CONTACT Photography Festival
Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 8:00pm
The Burroughes Building, 639 Queen Street West. Tel: 416.880.4539
A high-energy event blending art, fashion, and music. This highly conceptual evening will feature a dynamic portrait gallery from Alex vs Alex, unexpected encounters with CONTACT featured artists, a dark room, live installations, and more.
Complimentary cocktails, food, gift bags and revelry. Tickets $75.00. Get tickets at www.contact.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
F-List Designer Spotlight: Carrie Hayes
The F-List is continuing with the second in their Designer Spotlight series with designer Carrie Hayes on Wednesday, March 4. The event takes place from 6pm - 9pm at EIGHT Wine Bar, Cosmopolitan Hotel, 8 Colbourne Street in Toronto. RSVP on the F-List.
"For soft sophistication, look no further than CARRIE by Carrie Hayes. This former TFI resident's creations have serious staying power, not to mention flawless construction."
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
The Gap & FASHION Magazine Event
The Gap and FASHION Magazine are hosting an evening of cocktails and shopping on Wednesday, February 11, 2009. You are invited!
Don’t forget to rsvp at prrsvp@gap.com.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Design in Space!
I bought Barbarella on DVD ages ago and never got around to watching it till the other night. WHY it sat on my shelf for so long I have no idea! It is one of the funniest, campiest, and still relevant from a style perpective. Still can't get over Jane Fonda getting neekid in the opening sequence! And being so promiscuous - the little tart!
(I wonder how long that will last on YouTube before someone flags it.)
If you haven't seen it yet - you have to! If not, just to see this incredibly hilarious sex scene.
Let's not forget Kylie Minogue's ode to the opening weightless strip scene from the movie in her video, Put Your Self In My Place.
What inspired me to take that plastic covering off was my update from Windfall Clothing for 2009's Buy Design theme - it's Barbarella and all things in space!!! Stay tuned for more details! It was one of my favourite parties of 2008 and for sure will live up to (if not surpass) all expectations this year too!
(I wonder how long that will last on YouTube before someone flags it.)
If you haven't seen it yet - you have to! If not, just to see this incredibly hilarious sex scene.
Let's not forget Kylie Minogue's ode to the opening weightless strip scene from the movie in her video, Put Your Self In My Place.
What inspired me to take that plastic covering off was my update from Windfall Clothing for 2009's Buy Design theme - it's Barbarella and all things in space!!! Stay tuned for more details! It was one of my favourite parties of 2008 and for sure will live up to (if not surpass) all expectations this year too!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Cocktails & Clipboards With The Toronto Raptors
This actually sounds like fun:
Guys shouldn't have all the fun. Ladies! Come out again this season to experience Cocktails and Clipboards presented by Sterling Vineyards at select Raptors home games.
Your ticket includes:
- Pre-game wine tasting of the best Sterling Vineyards selections from California, Chile or Argentina with a sommelier
- Hors d'oeuvres prepared by Air Canada Centre's Executive Chef
- A private basketball 101 session with a member of the Toronto Raptors Basketball Club
- Gift package including a fitted Raptors t-shirt, Flare Magazine and more
For more info visit Ticketmaster.
Guys shouldn't have all the fun. Ladies! Come out again this season to experience Cocktails and Clipboards presented by Sterling Vineyards at select Raptors home games.Your ticket includes:
- Pre-game wine tasting of the best Sterling Vineyards selections from California, Chile or Argentina with a sommelier
- Hors d'oeuvres prepared by Air Canada Centre's Executive Chef
- A private basketball 101 session with a member of the Toronto Raptors Basketball Club
- Gift package including a fitted Raptors t-shirt, Flare Magazine and more
For more info visit Ticketmaster.
Dance Cards: My How Times Have Changed
In honour of Worn Journal's Winter Formal Slow Dance, I'd like to prepare you with a little history on the dance card.
Dance cards became trendy items at balls in the early 19th century. They were a way for a lady to keep track of the gentlemen she had promised dances to during the evening.
Masters of ceremony and floors managers guaranteed that young ladies would only have to dance with gentlemen who were their social equals. Today, that is called “Cover Charge and Over-Priced Drinks". The floor managers saw that order and decorum were kept during the evening. Today, these guys are called “Bouncers”. They had to screen out undesirable elements, such as prostitutes who found masquerade balls easy to infiltrate - Today, those are called “Hoochie Mamas”, they had to keep an eye on alcohol consumption - Today, that is called “Last Call”, and saw that no young lady went without a suitable partner - Today, that is called a “Wing Gal”.
Dance cards were generally given only to ladies. Gentlemen were supposed to remember to whom they had promised dances. Yeah, that wouldn’t work today… The front cover of the dance card told the occasion for the event, the location, the date, sometimes the price of the ticket, and often the name of the band that would be playing that evening. Today, we get event invitations on Facebook.
The interior of the dance card usually contained a list of the evening's dances, with spaces provided for the names of the gentlemen to whom the lady had promised them. Today, ladies dance with their gal pals and diss guys who try to dance with them. Sometimes the dances were listed generically; "waltz" "polka" "two-step" etc., these lists provide us with valuable information about the types of dances and the musical selections that were popular in any period. Today, we get our groove on to The Pussycat Dolls and Lady Gaga.
And a scene from Meet Me In St. Louis to show you how it's done, well, or not done:
Gotta love Judy!
Dance cards became trendy items at balls in the early 19th century. They were a way for a lady to keep track of the gentlemen she had promised dances to during the evening.
Masters of ceremony and floors managers guaranteed that young ladies would only have to dance with gentlemen who were their social equals. Today, that is called “Cover Charge and Over-Priced Drinks". The floor managers saw that order and decorum were kept during the evening. Today, these guys are called “Bouncers”. They had to screen out undesirable elements, such as prostitutes who found masquerade balls easy to infiltrate - Today, those are called “Hoochie Mamas”, they had to keep an eye on alcohol consumption - Today, that is called “Last Call”, and saw that no young lady went without a suitable partner - Today, that is called a “Wing Gal”.
Dance cards were generally given only to ladies. Gentlemen were supposed to remember to whom they had promised dances. Yeah, that wouldn’t work today… The front cover of the dance card told the occasion for the event, the location, the date, sometimes the price of the ticket, and often the name of the band that would be playing that evening. Today, we get event invitations on Facebook.
The interior of the dance card usually contained a list of the evening's dances, with spaces provided for the names of the gentlemen to whom the lady had promised them. Today, ladies dance with their gal pals and diss guys who try to dance with them. Sometimes the dances were listed generically; "waltz" "polka" "two-step" etc., these lists provide us with valuable information about the types of dances and the musical selections that were popular in any period. Today, we get our groove on to The Pussycat Dolls and Lady Gaga.
And a scene from Meet Me In St. Louis to show you how it's done, well, or not done:
Gotta love Judy!
Winter Formal Slowdance
Winter Formal Slowdance: Worn Fashion Journal issue 7 release party
Saturday, November 29, 2008 Dovercourt House (805 Dovercourt Rd, Toronto) Doors open at 9:00pm Entrance is $10 and includes a dancecard and Issue 7 of Worn Fashion Journal.
Worn recently moved from Montreal, and is now launching it's first Toronto-made issue with a Winter Formal Slowdance. A good excuse to dress up and get snuggly, the Winter Formal is being held at the Dovercourt House, a lovely old dance studio decked with crepe paper streamers, balloons and mirror ball. You get a dancecard to reserve a special tune and Resident Dancers for any shy boys and girls. There is also a photographer to take date and non-date photos to remember the night (and outfits) by.
What is Worn Fashion Journal?
Part fashion magazine, part academic journal, and part personal zine, Worn Fashion Journal is a truly independent publication. Driven by sales (not advertising) Worn offers unique perspectives on fashion, creating a diverse and inclusive alternative to mainstream fashion magazines. Articles deal with concepts and ideas around fashion from a historical, cultural, political and practical perspective. Issue includes articles on mannequin history, global fashion, luxury branding, and spandex. Yes, you heard right, spandex. It's got all that plus regular columns and photoshoots, too, in one very pretty little package. So you can see, Worn has a lot to celebrate. www.wornjournal.com
Saturday, November 29, 2008 Dovercourt House (805 Dovercourt Rd, Toronto) Doors open at 9:00pm Entrance is $10 and includes a dancecard and Issue 7 of Worn Fashion Journal.
Worn recently moved from Montreal, and is now launching it's first Toronto-made issue with a Winter Formal Slowdance. A good excuse to dress up and get snuggly, the Winter Formal is being held at the Dovercourt House, a lovely old dance studio decked with crepe paper streamers, balloons and mirror ball. You get a dancecard to reserve a special tune and Resident Dancers for any shy boys and girls. There is also a photographer to take date and non-date photos to remember the night (and outfits) by.
What is Worn Fashion Journal?
Part fashion magazine, part academic journal, and part personal zine, Worn Fashion Journal is a truly independent publication. Driven by sales (not advertising) Worn offers unique perspectives on fashion, creating a diverse and inclusive alternative to mainstream fashion magazines. Articles deal with concepts and ideas around fashion from a historical, cultural, political and practical perspective. Issue includes articles on mannequin history, global fashion, luxury branding, and spandex. Yes, you heard right, spandex. It's got all that plus regular columns and photoshoots, too, in one very pretty little package. So you can see, Worn has a lot to celebrate. www.wornjournal.com
Mod Club Celebrates 5 Years
Anyone else out there remember Wednesday nights at Lava Lounge on College before the building sold and was turned into condos? Mod Club Wednesdays were fun and always brought out an eclectic crowd of hipsters - and that was pre-Hipsterville Toronto. So the boys (DJ's Mark Holmes formerly of Platinum Blond and Bobbi Guy) ventured a few blocks west and opened The Mod Club - one of my favourite places to see bands. Off the top of my head I've seen Mika, Lykke Li, Brazilian Girls, New Young Pony Club, Dragonette and a whole slew of others there.
Mika at Mod Club.
So, 5 years have past, so why not celebrate at The Mod Club 5th Anniversary Party this Saturday, November 29 @ 9:30pm til 3am at (where else?) The Mod Club, 722 College St. West (east of Ossington @ Crawford - in the heart of “Little Italy”.) Just stumbling steps from my home...
Mika at Mod Club. So, 5 years have past, so why not celebrate at The Mod Club 5th Anniversary Party this Saturday, November 29 @ 9:30pm til 3am at (where else?) The Mod Club, 722 College St. West (east of Ossington @ Crawford - in the heart of “Little Italy”.) Just stumbling steps from my home...
Doll Factory by Damzels' 2nd Anniversary & Leslieville Wanderlust!
Doll Factory by Damzels' 2nd Anniversary & Leslieville Wanderlust!Help the Dolls celebrate their 2nd Anniversary and visit Leslieville Village Wanderlust!!
Thursday, November 27th: Special ONE DAY ONLY
Store Hours: Noon to 10 pm
Cocktails will be served 6pm to 9pm
15% OFF EVERYTHING in the store!!
PLUS
Exclusive, very limited edition Damzels In This Dress, winter/holiday dresses and free gifts with purchases over $50 (limited quantities)
Doll Factory By Damzels is located at 1122 Queen St. East, Toronto.
For more information about all the Wanderlust Events visit: www.eastendnoise.com
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Local on the Danforth
Local has it heart set on being Greektown's hippest lounge. Describing itself as "A fashion forward loft-style space founded on a love of food, music, and art, which brings the sophistication of downtown a little bit more..local. (To the Danforth, specifically). "
WHAT: Local caters to the hybrid food and drink aficionado; those who are seeking exceptional cuisine and then wish to experience an entire night out, by subtly transforming from a restaurant to a stylish after dinner affair.
WHERE: Local – 511 Danforth Avenue
Opening Night is Friday November 28th.
Well, if you live off The Danforth and don't feel like trekking all the way over to Ossington, you got a place to go now. Now you can feel hip in your own 'hood.
WHAT: Local caters to the hybrid food and drink aficionado; those who are seeking exceptional cuisine and then wish to experience an entire night out, by subtly transforming from a restaurant to a stylish after dinner affair.
WHERE: Local – 511 Danforth Avenue
Opening Night is Friday November 28th.
Well, if you live off The Danforth and don't feel like trekking all the way over to Ossington, you got a place to go now. Now you can feel hip in your own 'hood.
Monday, November 24, 2008
The Drambuie Den
For two evenings why not have a taste of the Scottish Highlands with a wee dram o' Drambuie at the Drambuie Den at Ultra. You can RSVP for either Monday, December 1 or Tuesday, December 2. If you're not in Toronto, visit the website to find out when the Den comes to your city: www.drambuieden.ca.You also get a chance to enter the Drambie Pursuit - a single day race which takes you on the journey Bonnie Prince Charlie took while escaping the Highlands. Speed bonnie boat!
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Don't Miss This Event: LFW Opening Night Party
On Monday, October 20th, 2008, The Drake Hotel will be celebrating young Canadian fashion. The party begins at 10pm in the Lounge where guests can enjoy music featuring a special TFI guest DJ and the chance to celebrate Canadian fashion with fashion designers, industry guests, and celebrities.
That "guest DJ" is ME! Come see me "spin" (er, OK... put CDs in the player) and play some of your favourite fashion tunes!!! The "dead air" will be on purpose - I swear! ;)
I am "playing" at 10:30pm.
No cover, cash bar. The Drake will be open to public. Get there early to avoid disappointment!
For location and more information about The Drake Hotel, please visit http://www.thedrakehotel.ca
For more information on the Toronto Fashion Incubator, visit http://www.fashionincubator.com.
Hope to see you there!!!
What would you play?
That "guest DJ" is ME! Come see me "spin" (er, OK... put CDs in the player) and play some of your favourite fashion tunes!!! The "dead air" will be on purpose - I swear! ;)
I am "playing" at 10:30pm.
No cover, cash bar. The Drake will be open to public. Get there early to avoid disappointment!
For location and more information about The Drake Hotel, please visit http://www.thedrakehotel.ca
For more information on the Toronto Fashion Incubator, visit http://www.fashionincubator.com.
Hope to see you there!!!
What would you play?
Friday, June 27, 2008
Don't Miss This Event: Big Primpin
Big Primpin is easily the best monthly fun-fest to get together with all your favourite and fabulous gay friends. In celebration of Pride the party is taking over the Drake Hotel for three floors of primpy goodness. 
Line ups start early, but the bar is open till 4am!! (Yes, we be drinking!)
Get on the list to get in the cool kid line at bigprimpin@gmail.com. It's gonna be fag-mag-alicious!
Line ups start early, but the bar is open till 4am!! (Yes, we be drinking!)Get on the list to get in the cool kid line at bigprimpin@gmail.com. It's gonna be fag-mag-alicious!
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Strike a Flash Mob Pose
FASHION Magazine is jumping on the flash mob bandwagon for Luminato. On June 7 they are hoping the masses will come out dressed in white to strike a pose in Toronto's Dundas Square for a full five minutes for some good old-fashioned freeze modelling.
If you want to be involved or, for an even better lark, to go and poke fun at the participants check out FASHION Magazine for all the info.
Flash mobbing has been around for about five years - being held in cities all over the world and isn't new to Toronto either - with large groups of people randomly freezing in busy public areas, suddenly participating in silent raves and pillow fights. Oh what silliness!
If you want to be involved or, for an even better lark, to go and poke fun at the participants check out FASHION Magazine for all the info.
Flash mobbing has been around for about five years - being held in cities all over the world and isn't new to Toronto either - with large groups of people randomly freezing in busy public areas, suddenly participating in silent raves and pillow fights. Oh what silliness!
Friday, May 23, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Fashion Scares!
I love Hallowe'en. I love the whole turmoil involved with figuring out what to be each year. Then searching for the costume, the hair and all the accessories needed to transform for that one night of craziness. One year I actually made my own Bjork swan dress: one month of white feather searching, gluing and finger burning - I never wanted to see another white feather after that!
But now the pressure is on this year for the 22nd annual Fashion Cares, aptly called Fashion sCares which is set for Saturday, November 1, 2008 - a Halloween-themed extravaganza! It's the first time the event has been held in the fall since its inception.
“This year we’re putting the fashion back in Fashion Cares with a spectacle that will blow you away: imagine Haute Couture meets Halloween meets Paris is Burning and you’ve got an idea of where we’re going,” says Michael King, the 2008 Chair.
Let's hope this one makes everyone forget last years chilly outdoor Distillery misstep. Watch the FashionTelevision clip from 2007 here.
General admission tickets go on sale September 6 and will be available through Ticketmaster.
Since 1987, Fashion Cares has raised over $10 million dollars for the AIDS Committee of Toronto(ACT).
Start thinking of costumes now!
But now the pressure is on this year for the 22nd annual Fashion Cares, aptly called Fashion sCares which is set for Saturday, November 1, 2008 - a Halloween-themed extravaganza! It's the first time the event has been held in the fall since its inception.
“This year we’re putting the fashion back in Fashion Cares with a spectacle that will blow you away: imagine Haute Couture meets Halloween meets Paris is Burning and you’ve got an idea of where we’re going,” says Michael King, the 2008 Chair.Let's hope this one makes everyone forget last years chilly outdoor Distillery misstep. Watch the FashionTelevision clip from 2007 here.
General admission tickets go on sale September 6 and will be available through Ticketmaster.
Since 1987, Fashion Cares has raised over $10 million dollars for the AIDS Committee of Toronto(ACT).
Start thinking of costumes now!
Friday, May 2, 2008
Sneakers and Snapshots
Adidas had their launch party for their new store at Dundas Square last night. The crowd was less fashion and more corporate - which is a nice break from most of the events I end up at. Aside from a bottomless wine glass and nibbles, the funnest part of the evening was the photo booth set up for guests to take their own photos which were then displayed on a massive screen inside the store for all the party-goers to catch brief glimpses of themselves. Of course, we instantly set-up camp and had our own mini-photo shoot.
Meaghan of the 'Deadly Nightshades"
Meaghan of the 'Deadly Nightshades"After the fashion show filled with hot bods from NAM Models, we collected our $100 gift certificates and hopped in a cab to check out the opening of Spice Route - INK and the Liberty Group's new bistro/bar. The place was packed full of posers and tossers, but who were we to say no to some more free drinks and silliness? Overall a great night! Thanks Norwayne, Shane and the ever-deadly and always fantastic Meaghan!
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