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Rachel Sin presents at FAT 2012

On April 26, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Culture, Events, Go, Inspiration, Parties, Spring, Toronto, Wear

Hello Darlings,

Last night I had a chance to check out |FAT| Arts & Fashion Week for the first time. FAT is an annual multi-arts event in Toronto featuring 200 national and international fashion designers, visual artists, bands and performers. It is unlike any fashion event, done in the spirit of gallery or exhibit opening, this avant-garde spectacle is a week long celebration of creativity!

I was there to support Toronto's up-and-coming fashion darling, Rachel Sin and her Fall/Winter 2012 fashion line. As a trained architect, Sin's designs are strong yet feminine. Her work celebrates an independent, want-to-do-it-all woman whose wardrobe is an extension of her confidence, originality and personal style. From tailored office attire to charming dresses, Rachel Sin is a go-to label for a modern, working girl.

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PROM Circus at Royal Ontario Museum

On April 24, 2012 · 8 Comments · In Culture, Events, Fly, Go, Hair Care, Parties, Primp, Shopping, Spring, Toronto, Wear
Hello Darlings,

What girl wouldn't want to re-live her prom, now that she is older and wiser!

My prom in the summer of 2006 was a dream come true but given the chance to do it again, I avoided the drama and a hefty price tag. Whether you're in high-school and getting ready for prom, in university and going to semi-formal, or you're all grown up and attending a gala. Despite the different walks in life, every girl shares the same desire to feel beautiful for that special occasion.

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Celebrating Easter

On April 16, 2012 · 8 Comments · In Culture, Family, Life As It Happens, Spring, Wear

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I hope everyone had a lovely weekend! This weekend was Orthodox Easter (the Easter that my family celebrates), so I had a lot of festivities and even wore an apron to show off my domestic skills...Well, according to my mother my remarkable culinary skills are not so impressive, but I do have mad Easter egg making skills.

Having been raised in a traditional Catholic family, I do attend church. Part of Orthodox Easter ritual is the blessing of the basket. As community gathers at the church the priest blesses the many culinary delights that each household brings. It is a special tradition that my family celebrates. For those curious about the religious ins and outs, Wikipedia is your source. In the meantime, shall we dive into the topic of what to wear?

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Swarovski Crystal Forest Gala

On April 15, 2012 · Leave a Comment · In Culture, Events, Go, Shopping, Spring, Toronto, Wear

Hello Darlings,

As a long time fan of Swarovski jewelry, it was a pleasure to attend Swaroski Crystal Forest Gala on April 12, 2012. Located at Toronto's most prominent fashion address, Bloor-Yorkville store re-opened its doors to the public with a stunning new look, Crystal Forest.

Developed by the renowned Japanese designer Tokujin Yoshioka, the Crystal Forest concept allows shoppers to experience the elegant atmosphere that reflects seductive brilliance of a crystal. A first Crystal Forest store opened its doors in Ginza, Japan on March 29th, 2008. Yoshioka used the forest as a key inspiration to express the intimate relationship between crystals and nature.

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