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Fun Finds at One of a Kind Show

Posted by solmazinthecity on December 3, 2012
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One of a Kind Show 2012 tile

Now that I’m all inspired for the gift giving season ahead, I’m off to shop at the One of a Kind Christmas 2012 Show . This year my shopping buddy and I decide to try something new, visit our favorite booths first and pickup our must haves and then spend a fun, relax afternoon to just wander around the show and discover new artists and items. Over the years we both have learned that if you don’t buy it when you see it, you wont find it again! I have been a victim of “we sold out!” way too often at the OOAK…So here we go….

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One of a Kind Show Christmas 2012

Posted by solmazinthecity on December 3, 2012
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One of a Kind Show Christmas 2012

For the last couple of years I have been lucky enough to slice out some time to attend the One of a Kind Christmas shows. It is an amazing feeling to celebrate Canadian artists and brands from all over Canada, bringing together under one roof for almost 2 weeks of shopping frenzy. Customers are always excited to see new products from new and returning artists or find more of their favorite goods from previous years. It’s truly a fun show to attend and I promise that you would not leave empty-handed. Just to get everyone excited for the Christmas shopping season…some inspiration right off the bat with the beautiful Christmas displays and massive One of a Kind tree!

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LGFW SS2012 Chloe Comme Parris

Posted by solmazinthecity on October 29, 2011
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LGFW SS2012 Chloe Comme Parris, a set on Flickr.

Chloe comme Parris is a contemporary fashion and accessories brand based out of Toronto. The brand was conceived in 2009 from a passion for products that are unique, luxurious, and engaging. Sisters Chloe and Parris Gordon explore historical and old worldly ideas of adornment, while always being conscious of translating those ideas into a modern, wearable context. A Chloe comme Parris piece embodies an unusual unity between masculine and feminine, soft and hard, with the ability to always remain effortless and chic. The brand produces seasonal ready-to-wear collections that aim to challenge the status quo, offering a unique and fresh perspective on contemporary fashion.

With Love From Miami

Posted by solmazinthecity on December 15, 2010
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Great Finds @ The One Of A Kind Show

Posted by solmazinthecity on December 2, 2010
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I attended the One Of A Kind Show last week and I got to meet some talented and creative Canadian artists/designers. Here are some of my favorite brands, I enjoyed meeting them all and seeing their designs in person.

Biko

Marmalade

Erin Vincent

Identity Apparel

Eikcam

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One Of A Kind Show

Posted by solmazinthecity on November 28, 2010
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Thanks to Susan Tyndall of O Live PR, I was invited for the media breakfast at this year’s One Of A Kind Show. The breakfast for this event was prepared by students at George Brown College Chef School. On the menu, Scottish eggs, cornflake crusted french toast and fresh fruit salads to just name a few. I loved the breakfast because it was freshly made and presented in a beautiful way and according to other media members “it’s the best media breakfast event”. I agree with them!

If you guys have never been to the One Of A Kind Show, I absolutely recommend it. There are booths after booths of talented Canadian artists displaying and selling their beautiful handmade products. It’s the best place to go to find those little special pieces for you or your loved ones. I even loved walking around at the show because of all the beautiful displays I found it a very happy and visually stimulating environment.

Tomorrow I’m going back to the show to revisit my favorite booths. Can’t wait to show you guys my new finds!

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Here are the show details:

Dates: Nov 25 – Dec 5, 2010
Time: Weekdays and Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-6pm
Address: Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place (100 Princes’ Blvd., Toronto)
Tickets: Adults $12 (Online $10), Seniors & Students $6.50 and Children are free. Click HEREto buy tickets online.

The 2010 GQ Men Of The Year

Posted by solmazinthecity on November 16, 2010
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GQ’s December 2010 issue is coming out with 5 different covers to showcase “The Men Of The Year” story. I’m not a big fan of Drake but I’ll support our Canadian star…so YAY!

December issue hits the stands on November 23rd!

Drake - Breakout Of The Year

James Franco - Leading Man Of The Year

Jeff Bridges - Icon Of The Year

Scarlett Johansson - Babe Of The Year

Stephen Colbert - Patriot Of The Year

Photographs by Inez van Lamsweerde + Vinoodh Matadin

Read more about this on GQ.com.

@VAWK – Toro Safari SS2011

Posted by solmazinthecity on October 19, 2010
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Today Canadian fashion designer Sunny Fong took us on a journey to Africa and Spain with his SS2011 collection for VAWK; inspired by his virtual tour of these amazing countries. The Toro Safari collection was a beautiful marriage between soft flowy feminine fabrics and buttery leather in shades of gold, cream and sand, mixed with dark animal prints and an amazing single pop of fuschia and purple for the strapless knotted fringe dress. The runway was set in VAWK’s favorite Toronto location at AGO’s Walker court.

I really enjoyed the show and hopefully I get to see this collection at The Room and other retailers. Congratulations to Sunny and Ben!

Here are some of the favorite looks from the show

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