You’re at your sister’s barbecue, drinking cold beer and catching some rays… a couple beers later and you start to get a headache and a tingly, stinging sensation on your skin. You remove your sunglasses only to find two large, white circles around your eyes. Your fingertips on your skin leave white marks and you feel the burn. While prevention…
When summer comes near the end, it’s sometimes sad to see the sun go down earlier each day. I’m so lucky to have the weekends at the cottage to soak in the sun’s warmth and go for a swim, I won’t let summer just pass by. One of my favourite views in the world is at my cottage on the…
Ever since Kate Middleton wore a little blue dress on her engagement announcement back in 2010, it has started a frenzy and launched British brand, Issa. Now Issa is bringing her signature wrap dress made famous by Kate and making it relatively accessible at Banana Republic. Last week, my boyfriend managed to snatch a dress in my size (I was…
Last night, I attended the launch party of African Fashion Week Toronto, which runs from August 15-18. Guests had the chance to mingle with designers, models and the media. It was a colourful celebration, filled with delicious mousse desserts, cocktails and lively African music. How awesome are her shoes? I couldn’t believe they’re by Sam Edelman! She designed the dress…
When I was in the Czech Republic, I had the amazing opportunity to visit quaint towns in the country. One visit in particular stood out, when we visited Stara Lysa, as it was the country home for my great grandparents. They farmed in the area, about 45 minutes out of Prague and certain aspects are still frozen in time. The…
