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  • Damzels 20th Anniversary Party, Oct., 16, 2014 @Gallery345

    The Damzels (@damzels) 20th (Damzels In This Dress) anniversary party was held at Gallery 345. Not your ordinary fashion designers, Kelly Freeman and Rory Lindo are two ladies out to make a statement with their unique rock and roll and pin-up style inspired dresses with a vintage edge that you rarely see today.  Some of the…

  • Startup Fashion Week: The Future of Fashion Runway Show (October 9, 2014)

    The Future of Fashion Runway Show was held at Hang Loose Media Studios on Thursday October 9, 2014 in Toronto.  This intimate setting provided exposure to brand awareness to up and coming new fashion designers. Runway Participants included: 1. Atelier Guarin – Designer Sebastian Guarin – info@atelierguarin.com 2. The Wild North – Designer Janet Han – Janet@thewildnorthapparel.com…

  • Fleetwood Mac-Sat.,Oct.18th,2014@A.C.C.

    As a young teen it was a tradition to see a”Summer Rock Concert Festival”and one of my first ones that I saw as a teen was headliners Fleetwood Mac with The Steve Miller Band at the old Rich Stadium in Buffalo in 1978. At the height of their commercial success with the multi-platiumn “Rumours” Lindsey…

  • The 10th Annual Chocolate Ball-Thurs.,Oct.16th,2014@The Eglinton Grand

    This was the annual signature event of THE CHOCOLATE BALL. Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, The Chocolate Ball has become one of Toronto’s most anticipated annual events featuring everything chocolate. Featuring a wide array of Chocolate delectables to feed all the senses from drinks to desserts. Taking equal billing is the entertainment including the guest deejay,…

  • Gary Taxali”Unfamous Pocket Square Launch-Wed.,Oct. 8th,2014@DOM Interiors

    DOM Interiors for the Gary Taxali for Unfamous Pocket Square Launch (available at Harry Rosen). A fun night of great conversation, beverages and food for the great artist Gary Taxali. Gary tops his last event on the rooftop of George Brown and he’s always smiling, chatting the people up and very cordial to the camera…

  • JUDAS PRIEST @ Casino Rama with Steel Panther (October 7, 2014)

    A stellar double bill of metal legends Judas Priest with opener Steel Panther invaded Casino Rama in Orillia. Well, if you were expecting a comedic “Spinal Tap” type of show for opener Steel Panther Tuesday night –you would be sorely wrong. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the band was pretty accomplished in playing their instruments. True, it…

  • 2014 JUNO Nominee Alysha Brilla “Womyn” Album Release Party @ The Painted Lady (Wednesday, Oct 1)

    Alysha Brilla, (2014 Juno Nominee) “Womyn” Album Release showcase performance took place on Wed Oct 1, 2014 at The Painted Lady (218 Ossignton Avenue).  Walking from my office located in the business district of downtown Toronto, to an intimate bar, The Painted Lady, I found myself feeling a little overdressed…but actually relaxed. As I made my way past the…

  • Shibui Robata Bar VIP Event-Thurs.,Oct.2nd,2014@230 Adelaide Street West

    A big thank you goes out to Nicole Haer of The Publicist Group for the invite and the hospitality. Shibui Robata Bar is Toronto’s new, intimate Japanese Restaurant and Lounge located in the heart of the Entertainment and Fashion District of Toronto. The VIP event featured amazing libations such as beer, sake, wine and other…

  • Taste Ontario – Wine Country Ontario Oct. 2, 2014 @ ROM

    Taste Ontario, presented by Wine Country Ontario was hosted on October 2, 2014 at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM).  This event allow guests to experience the 57 wineries from Ontario that were exhibit all within one venue. Guests of the event were allowed to experience tastings from the 3 major wine producing regions in Ontario:…

  • The 6th Annual Northern Lights Award – Toscana Banquet and Conference Center (September 26, 2014)

      The 6th Annual Northern Lights Award took place on Friday September 26, 2014 at Toscana Banquet and Conference Center. We would like to thank Jennifer Salo, Director of Public Relations for her gracious invitation to this prestigious event. For more information, please refer to their:   The gala was a celebration of women in…

  • CBDco VIP & Media Launch – 81 King Street East, Toronto (Sep 30)

    In the heart of downtown Toronto, CBDco (Creations by Design) held a VIP & Media Launch showcasing pieces that any design-savvy designer will appreciate. A special thank you to Evolution PR 

  • KING EAST DESIGN DISTRICT/GARY TAXALI -SAT, SEPT 20, 2014 @GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE ROOFTOP

    George Brown College, St. James Campus, hosted the VIP Reception to celebrate the King East Design District and Gary Taxali, famed illustrator/artist and graduate of OCAD University. Sponsors Barefoot wine and Mill Street kept the festivities and beverages flowing throughout the event. Gary Taxali continues with another event on Oct 8 with his collection of…

  • Culture Days: Toronto Symphony Orchestra @Roy Thompson Hall

           Culture Days 5th Anniversary Kick Off with the TSO Conduct Us This was an opportunity to allow the public a chance (via drawn ballots) to try their skills at conducting the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO).  The lucky few that had this once in a lifetime experience were offered a chance to conduct…

  • 11th Annual ANGELS BALL – In Support Of Free The Children – Sat. Sept. 27, 2014 @ Montecassino Woodbridge

    A big “shout out” goes to ANGELS BALL Chair Mr.Glenn Webster of The Toronto Earlscourt Rotary and the rest of The Board Of Directors for their invite and hospitality for the 11th Annual ANGELS BALL  – In Support Of Free The Children. The charity proceeds from this year’s 2014 ANGELS BALL to the Free The Children Adopt…

  • THE RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER SCAVENGER CUP CELEBRITY DRAFT PARTY @KOOLHAUS, SEPT 19, 2014

    Entering into its seventh year – the Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup in Toronto has raised over $12,000,000 for children’s cancer research, treatment and care at the world renowned Hospital for Sick Children, aka SickKids, in downtown Toronto. Car Rally teams that raised $25,000 or more had the opportunity to draft a Celebrity…

  • THE RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER START YOUR ENGINES BRUNCH @RealSportsBar, Sept 20, 2014

    Adrenaline ran high as Car Rally Drivers and Celebrity Navigators raced off after the checkered flag waved at Maple Leaf Square beside the Air Canada Centre. A relaxing delicious brunch was served with plentiful caffeinated drinks under the two-storey high widescreen HD TV at the Real Sports Bar and Grill before participants set out on…

  • THE RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER WINNERS CIRCLE GALA DINNER @ Ritz-Carlton, Sept 20, 2014

    All Car Rally Drivers, Celebrity Navigators, sponsors and invited guests, hosted by CP24 Breakfast’s Steve Anthony,  mingled in an intimate setting in the Ballroom at the ultra-luxurious 5-star Ritz-Carlton Hotel while enjoying an incredible dinner, first class entertainment, and a live auction.

  • Politics Of Fashion/Fashion Of Politics – Wed. Sept.18th, 2014 @Design Exchange

    The Design Exchange presents”Politics Of Fashion/Fashion Of Politics”, in conjunction with fashion icon Jeanne Beker and main sponsor Mantella Corporation. Running from Sept. 18th 2014 to Jan 25th 2015, the exhibition is a showcase of over 200 works and explores how design is showcased in society from the past to the present day. Canadian fashion designer, Jeremy Laing…

  • ARTBEATS CIRCUS GALA (In Support Of The Mississauga Arts Council – Sat. Sept.13th, 2014@Croatian Parish Rec.Park)

      The ARTBEATS CIRCUS GALA took place under The Big Top at the Croatian Parish Recreational Park in Mississauga. The theme this year were the classic attractions of the  “Ringing Bros.and Barnum Bailey Circus”. Bohdan Shulakewych, President of the Board for Mississauga Arts Council was on hand to start the festivities. Master of Ceremonies, Nick Farrow…

  • Red Carpet @Birks-Wed.,Sept.10th,2014 @ TIFF14

      Glamour, extravaganza, and glitz, are some of the characteristics that were found in Birks Bloor Street jewellery store on Thursday September 10, 2014. Birks partnered with Telefilm Canada and held their 2nd annual “Birks Diamond Tribute to the Years Women in Film”.