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Photos from the launch of Canadian Fabric Magazine “Le Grand Bal”

The launch of the inaugural issue of Canadian Fabric Magazine was hosted by a new foundation called House of Forward Foundation (HOFF) led by Suzanne Rogers, Sylvia Mantella and Brittney Kuczynski. The black-tie evening at the Royal Ontario Museum to celebrate this new launch was called “Le Grand Bal“.

Canadian Fabric magazine is a new annual publication with national distribution celebrating ideas, people, and themes around the “Cultural Yearbook of Canada” in the areas of fashion, business and culture. Canadian Fabric magazine will be distributed at Chapters/Indigo and select high-end retailers.

Members from this busy foundation are also involved in the inaugural Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards gala to be held on February 1st, 2014.

For more info visit www.canadianfabric.com

Check out the video of the Canadian Fabric magazine launch by CityNews

Photos from Le Grand Bal:

ABOUT OOLAGEN
Oolagen is an accredited mental health centre helping Toronto youth and their families. Highly-respected for the work it does, Oolagen serves as a University of Toronto teaching facility and is long-term partners with the Toronto District School Board, the Children’s Aid Society, Catholic Children’s Aid, Ministry of Children and Youth Services, as well as other children’s mental health agencies and community groups.

For more information visit www.oolagen.org

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Photos from the first ever “Hush Hush” party in a public library

Hush Hush party by New Collection for the TPL Foundation

It was definitely a Saturday night to remember with DJs and open bar at the intimately-sized after-hours party at the incredible and spacious Bloor/Gladstone branch. And it was not just a great party for the sake of a great party: it was all in support of the Toronto Public Library Foundation.

I really enjoyed all the careful attention to details of this well put-together event thrown by New Collection, The Toronto Public Library Foundation’s young patrons group. Even though it was the inaugural event, you could tell this was very well thought out. Everything was top notch: the decor, the entertainment by DJ Fathom and DJ GeeWizz, spoken word poet, magician Jonathan Pollock, and “Hush Hush” tattoos. It was great that there was enough drink and food stations (delectable oysters, gourmet donuts) to make the party more than a typical crowded-perpetually-standing-in-line party. Rather it was pleasant, spacious and enjoyable on all fronts. Even TV reporters and police officers came by with big smiles for this unique occasion.

Fun prizes were given out as well including e-book readers and a flight from Porter Airlines.

Proving that libraries aren’t always uptight and stuffy, bravo to all the organizers for throwing an incredible “party in the stacks” to remember in support of the busiest library system in the world.

Brittney Kuczynski

Brittney Kuczynski

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Also, check out our coverage from Book Lover’s Ball 2013. The next Book Lover’s Ball in support of the Toronto Public Library Foundation is on February 6, 2014. Details are at www.bookloversball.ca

ABOUT THE TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION
The Toronto Public Library Foundation was established in 1997 as a registered charity. Our mission is to provide essential resources for the enhancement of the Toronto Public Library and to allocate funds to priority needs not supported by municipal funding.

Urgent needs for the Library include: improved and expanded collections, enhanced programs and services, upgraded technology, and revitalized community spaces to respond to the changing needs of the people of Toronto.

Since its inception, Toronto Public Library Foundation has raised over $55 million in support of Toronto Public Library priority needs.

The Foundation’s long-range goal is to build an endowment fund that will generate sufficient income to support enhanced library programs, collections and services in perpetuity.

For more info visit www.tplfoundation.ca

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Toronto’s Bulletproof Suit makes international headlines

Located in Toronto’s financial district at Yonge and Wellington, one of downtown’s custom tailor shops, Garrison Bespoke, has caught the attention of tons of international media earlier this month.

Using nanotechnology, this three-piece pin-stripped custom-tailored suit is lined with carbon nanotube material and can stop a bullet by dispersing the energy of the impact like how a soccer net stops a soccer ball.

I talked to David at Garrison Bespoke and according to him it’s the first time he’s aware of Canadian fashion making news in GQ.

“After receiving requests from high-profile clients who travel to dangerous places for work, we set out to develop a lightweight, fashion-forward bulletproof suit as a more discreet and stylish alternative to wearing a bulky vest underneath,” said Michael Nguyen, co-owner and bespoke tailor of Garrison Bespoke.

The custom-made bulletproof suit starts at $20,000.

Check out the video by CityNews

ABOUT GARRISON BESPOKE
Garrison Bespoke is a luxury menswear boutique in Toronto’s Financial District that creates custom garments to help clients make their mark. Designed with modern style and classic foundations, Garrison Bespoke pieces are conservative enough to create credibility but unique enough to stand out. A sharp pinstripe suit with crushed jade woven into the cloth for good luck is one client’s signature look. Secret suit pockets are the norm. For more info visit www.garrisonbespoke.com

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The tastes from What’s on the Table 2013 in support of The Stop CFC

  • November 23, 2013
  • charity, Events, food
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Over 30 top local chefs gathered for another ultimate evening of fine food at one of Toronto’s top annual food events called What’s on the Table, this time at the new Daniels Spectrum venue. Just like their annual Night Market event, The Stop Community Food Centre’s fundraising event is very high in demand and always sells out quickly. Impressively delectable food and drink offerings at the 9th annual What’s on the Table 2013 were provided by the finest food purveyors such as Beast, Ruby Watchco, Momofuku, Salt Wine Bar, Woods, Vertical and so much more.

Here’s some of my favourite dishes from the night:

Incredible fall-off-the-bone ribs by Salt Wine Bar

Incredible fall-off-the-bone ribs by Salt Wine Bar

The Stop CFC dishing out olive oil poached trout (provided by Blue Goose), burdock puree, pickled fall vegetable, crispy skin mousseline of trout

The Stop CFC dishing out olive oil poached trout (provided by Blue Goose), burdock puree, pickled fall vegetable, crispy skin mousseline of trout

Chocolate peanut butter mousse by Lynn Crawford, Ruby Watchco

Chocolate peanut butter mousse by Lynn Crawford, Ruby Watchco

The event also featured great silent and live auction items including a week getaway at a resort at Turks and Caicos. Congrats to The Stop for raising $280,000 at this year’s What’s on the Table event in support of anti-hunger programs in West Toronto. The Stop’s Davenport kitchen provides a hot and healthy lunch for more than 1,000 community meals every week, 4 days a week, in an environment that’s warm, welcoming and respectful.

Stay tuned for details for The Stop CFC’s upcoming food events: What’s on the Table 2014 and Night Market 2014.
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Also, congrats to The Stop CFC for winning a Community Service 2013 award from the Toronto Region Board of Trade!

About The Stop Community Food Centre
Located in Toronto’s west end, The Stop works to increase access to food in a manner that maintains dignity, builds health and community and challenges inequality. From its origins as one of Canada’s first food banks, The Stop has blossomed into a thriving community hub where neighbours participate in a broad range of programs that provide healthy food, foster social connections, build food skills and promote engagement in civic issues. Underlying all of The Stop’s efforts is the belief that food is a basic human right. To learn more about The Stop’s work check out this short video:

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Montreal fashion labels in Toronto: Rudsak and Frank & Oak

Bags, shoes and backpacks at Frank and Oak's pop-up shop, The Outpost
  • November 21, 2013
  • fashion
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Montreal style takes over Toronto with Rudsak‘s sample sale and Frank and Oak‘s first pop-up shop in Toronto.

RUDSAK
Just coming off their packed fashion show at World MasterCard Fashion Week SS14, the Rudsak sample sale starts today in Toronto with 50% to 70% off until Sunday 9pm at Bathurst St and Front St. They also have a Facebook contest right now for chance to win a $1,000 wardrobe.
To get started on the deals and contest visit the Facebook link at www.bit.ly/RudsakLive

And also, although it’s not part of the Rudsak Toronto Sample Sale, have a look at the exciting Rudsak Spring Summer 2014 collection with seductive leathers, prêt-à-porter pieces, footwear, handbags and accessories for both men and women. I’m putting python shoes and embossed alligator-print bags on my Christmas wish list!

Check out the Rudsak SS14 Fashion Show in the spirit of cool rebel.


FRANK & OAK

With their strong US following and online sales, Montreal’s Frank & Oak opens their first pop-up shop in Toronto, called “The Outpost”, just in time for holiday shopping at 737 Queen Street West. I love their colourful and versatile bags, shoes and accessories such as scarves and sock ties. The pop-up shop will be open until January 12th.

UPDATE: Starting from today, Wednesday Jan 8th until Sunday, Jan 12th (when the Frank and Oak Toronto pop-up closes), you get 40%-60% off everything, plus a free gift with every purchase over $100 (while supplies last).

Here are their store hours:
Mon – Wed 11AM – 7PM
Thu – Fri 11AM – 9PM
Sat 11AM – 7PM
Sun 12AM – 6PM

Bags, shoes and backpacks at Frank and Oak's pop-up shop, The Outpost

Bags, shoes and backpacks at Frank and Oak’s pop-up shop, The Outpost at 737 Queen Street West

For more info about the Frank and Oak pop-up shop, visit www.frankandoak.com/outpost

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