Flare Trends Shopping Event at Markville Shopping Centre

It's been a while since I've been to Markville Shopping Centre but I'm happy I went. It's gorgeous! They recently did a $111 million dollar revitalization! Yes $111 million dollar facelift! Markville Shopping Centre introduces new designer brand retailers and all over luxury.

With over 250,000 square feet of commercial space re-merchandized with high-end brand-names, Markville has welcomed Zara, Zara Kids, J. Crew, Michael Kors, Coach, Loft, Aritzia, Express, Sephora, Little Burgundy and Browns, with Victoria's Secret and PINK opening soon.

To celebrate the re-launch of the new Markville, the Centre partnered with one of my favourite Canadian Magazines Flare. Tomorrow- Saturday, September 28, shoppers are welcome to attend the Flare Trends Shopping Event! 

What is it? 

A day full of style consultations from a Flare stylist. 

There will be makeovers & exclusive in-store offers. 

Where:
Centre Court, lower level, entrance #10

Time:
11:00am to 3:00pm

I was lucky to be VIP at their shopping event on Wednesday. 

So many cute Fall inspirations!

Check them out:

Toronto Premium Outlets opens August 1

The Grand Opening Celebration for Toronto Premium Outlets’ ™ is next week!

During the opening weekend, shoppers will enjoy four days (August 1 to 4) of live entertainment, in-store promotions and the chance to enter to win more than 125 prizes worth upwards of $25,000. Prizes include an Ultimate Getaway Weekend at Trump Hotel and Tower Toronto, a Spa Getaway from Rosewater Spa of Oakville or Burlington and even a Toronto Blue Jays autographed baseball. 

Individual outlet stores are offering many in-store specials during the grand opening weekend. Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store will give away a $1,500 shopping spree. Mountain Warehouse will offer free gifts to the first 200 customers and Hudson’s Bay Outlet will offer 25% off your entire purchase. Those specials represent a small cross section of opening weekend deals with many stores offering deep discounts beyond the savings of 25%-65% shoppers can expect every day.

The Grand Opening ceremony, scheduled for 9am on August 1, will feature a ribbon cutting and welcoming remarks by the President of Simon’s Premium Outlets division, John R. Klein, as well as local dignitaries and community leaders. A classic rock band as well as a group of culturally-diverse entertainers will perform throughout the weekend as the celebration continues.

Did you know Toronto Premium Outlets™ will feature 85 outlet stores! 

Which includes many top American, British and Canadian brands. Totally worth the drive!

Toronto Premium Outlets™, with easy access off Highway 401 at the Trafalgar Road interchange in Halton Hills, is conveniently located near Lester B Pearson, downtown Toronto and key areas in Southern Ontario.

World MasterCard Fashion Week: KORHANI home Carpet Couture Runway Show

It's that time again! 

World MasterCard Fashion Week. 

Toronto is buzzing with new trends, amazing shows and fresh faces!

I had the opportunity to attend the KORHANI home Carpet Couture Runway Show. 

I was completely blown away with the precise tailoring and unique designs. I had to keep reminding myself that they`re wearing Carpet during the whole show! 

Check out some of the shots I captured!

The first one is my favourite because it's creepy and invokes emotion.

Can you believe that this is carpet?

World MasterCard Fashion Week: Holt Renfrew, Pink Tartan & Pavoni

World MasterCard Fashion Week kicked off to a great start. Designers from day 1 were Holt Renfrew, Pink Tartan & Pavoni. I was able to go backstage and get the scoop from Grace Lee, lead makeup artist Maybelline New York Canada and Jorge Jao, Redken's Lead Artist on the looks/inspiration for the show.

Holt Renfrew
Holt Renfrew decided to do something different this time around. They decided to make their collection based on what is available this season! Basically you could shop what you want off the runway. The look is wearable for everyday. Nothing over the top or overly glam. Grace Lee calls it "The Holt Renfrew it girl" look.

Eyes
Cat eyes mascara
Expert wear eyeshadow Nutmeg & Taupe
Gel liner
Face
Fit me foundation
Darker fit me power for contour
Lips
Color Whispers Mocha Muse

Cascatablu Fashion Show

Cheryl Gushue premièred her resort 2013 collection of Cascata Blu last Saturday during TIFF. The line features simple yet versatile designs that fit all body types in a wealth of textured, art-inspired prints. I was on hand with my photographer to check out backstage beauty & watch the show. What is Cascata Blu you ask? It's Italian for blue waterfall.

I loved the runaway look. It was a neutral face with a edgy cat eye & a bold lip. The hair was wavy and definitely gave that beach vibe. Check out the elusive shots that I got backstage:

I have to highlight the hair. The team from Kevin Murphy Hair worked it out!

They used their famous Mermaid Kit on the models.

 It was the first time I've ever seen the wave clip in action. 

I need these in my life!

The WAVE.CLIP is a multipurpose tool that smoothes frizz and flyways on naturally curly hair, enhancing waves to make them smoother. This clip can create smooth waves on straight hair by adding movement without frizz or flyaway’s.

Nail aesthetician Rita Remark re-created nail art to match the graphic fabrics. 

The show started out with a local graffiti artist painting the model live on a stage. 

I know you can't tell but it says Cascata Blu on her bathing suit.

The Cascata Blu resort 2013 collection has two different themes, Graffiti City and White Sands. They represent the balance between the urban cultures of a bustling metropolis versus the serenity of traveling to faraway destinations.

Check out http://cascatablu.com for more information.

David Dixon World MasterCard Fashion Week 2012

This last post concludes my Toronto Fashion Week coverage.
The highlight of my experience was sitting front row for David Dixon. Yes... FRONT ROW. 

I was close enough to touch the models. Best experience ever.

Thankfully, I had my DSLR to take exclusive front row pictures. David Dixon's line channeled the famous Alfred Hitchcock movie "The Birds". Being a Broadcasting graduate I have analysed the film from top to bottom. It was great seeing the inspiration come to life. 

Before I share my pictures,
I want to share the beauty look from Maybelline.

Eyes:
Master Precise Liner in Black

Illegal Length Mascara in Black

Mixture of Baby Lips Quenched & Eye Studio Color Tattoo Cream Gel in Too Cool

Face:
Fit Me Foundation + Pressed Power

Lips:

Super Stay 14hr Lipstick in Dazzling Plum

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Check out these great pictures from the show.

What was your favorite outfit from the show?

World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week: Pink Tartan Backstage Maybelline Beauty

Pink Tartan will always have a place in my heart because it was the first Fashion Show I've ever seen.

I absolutely adore this look.

Those lips are fabulous!

 In the words of  Maybelline Canada’s head makeup artist, Grace Lee:
"This girl looks REALLY expensive"

Eyes:

Light gold dusted eyes

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Skin:
Dewy

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Lips:
Blood Red

World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week: Backstage Maybelline Beauty Pavoni

If you're into bold looks this day would defiantly be for you!

 The Pavoni makeup look was all about the eyes!

Theme:

"Glam girls gone a bit Goth"

 

 To get the look:

Red lipstick on the eye up the way up pass the crease to the brows.

Black liner under the eye & on the lid.

Finish off with a nude glossy lip.

I love that picture!
The Redken team did a great job with the Pavoni hair. 

The look was a left part with a corn roll along the front hair line.
Lastly, the hair was twisted back.

This hairstyle can easily be taken off the runway into everyday life.

Products Used:
Fabricate 03
Power Grip 02
Fashion Works 12
Shine Flash 02

Stay tuned for coverage of Pink Tartan & David Dixon!

Backstage Maybelline Beauty Holt Renfrew- World Mastercard Toronto Fashion Week:

I cannot explain how grateful I am that I attended Toronto Fashion Week backstage courtesy of Maybelline. I've always been a fan of their products and I'm excited that they choose me to be apart of their experience. Hands down one of the best things I've EVER done in my life. I got to meet a lot of amazing people & talk about fashion/beauty.  I took a lot of pictures throughout the day.

Join me as I break down the hair & makeup looks from the past week.

Day One:

Holt Renfrew

Look#2

This look was ALL about the Strong Brow & Nude Lips.

Baby Lips in Peppermint & Peach Kiss were very popular backstage.

Maybelline Canada’s head makeup artist, Grace Lee used the Unstoppable eyeliner in Espresso to create an over extended brow.

Grace Lee explained:
"Glossy black lids add to the edginess and a neutral lip supports her carefree sensibility".

Look #2

 To get the look:

Eye studio master drama eyeliner in midnight was used on the lids. 

Then smudged with clear gloss to get the rock star effect!

Loved the looks! 

Stay tuned for my next post.

World MasterCard Fashion Week is Here!!

I honestly can't believe that Fashion Week is already here! @MaybellineCAN is providing you with an ‘all-access pass’ to the catwalk using social media!

Get Connected:

·        Maybelline/YouTube/IMGpartnership streaming fashion shows live at: YouTube.com/FashionWeekLive

·        Dedicated WorldMasterCard Fashion Week tab offering a unique fan experience at: Facebook.com/maybellinenewyork

·        Join the virtualconversation from the backstage, to the runway via Twitter: Twitter.com/MaybellineCan

·        Visually rich beautycontent geared toward the style savvy micro-blogging community at: MaybellineCanada.tumblr.com/

·        Follow our boards on Pinterest to re-pin beauty inspiration and runway looks from the catwalk: Pinterest.com/maybellinecan

Payless ShoeSource Fall 2011 Collection

Remember in May when I attended the Payless ShoeSource Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Preview ? I was given a sneak peak at the Fall 2011 Collection. I can't explain how hard it was not to post the pictures for you all to see *covers eyes*. I'm OBSESSED with those cobalt blue & leopard heels!

Enjoy Ladies!

Which one is your favorite?