Toronto has seen its first snowfall, which means the onset of winter is inevitable and closer than most of us may like. However, anyone feeling less than stellar about this seasonal shift can take solace in the fact the city is filled with fun ways to embrace the weather. Be it through winter-themed festivals, scenic … Continued
Queen West has no shortage of cute indie boutiques, hipster shops and lively bars and cafes. The range of selection is what makes this neighbourhood a hotspot for holiday shopping. We’ve put together a shopping list to get you familiar with some small Queen West businesses and help get everyone crossed off your holiday shopping … Continued
A well-known jewelry brand hailing from the west coast of Canada has chosen Toronto to open their first experience-centred boutique. Melanie Auld Jewelry is opening at 54 Ossington Ave. on Dec. 4, and the boutique will be offering on-the-spot piercing, permanent bracelet welding and engraving along with a wide selection from their jewelry collections. Melanie … Continued
By lindsaylow
Recently, Toronto band the Weather Station, led by Tamara Lindeman, began a tour following the release of the brilliant new album Ignorance, which is steeped in concern over the climate crisis. Ironically, the tour ended up leaving Vancouver hours before the “atmospheric river” would wreak havoc on the province. “If we had left a couple … Continued
When you think of the fashion of the future, a lot of metallic hues and structured shapes might come to mind. But clothing brand U3’s new shop on Ossington suggests that the future of fashion is genderless, sustainable, diverse and collaborative. Those might all sound like buzzwords, but U3 has made it clear they’re doing … Continued
One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker or tune into her new podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. Jeanne Beker’s … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you just can’t quit Halloween, or you need a decidedly freaky break from the holiday gush, head on over to the TIFF Bell Lightbox on Dec. 1 for the world premiere of director Guillermo Del Toro’s latest mind-bender, Nightmare Alley. The Toronto film centre, home to the Toronto International Film Festival, is hosting the … Continued
This week, stackt Market kick-started the holiday season with the opening of its Holiday Hills festival. Holiday Hills is a free and family-friendly event that will get you in the Christmas spirit with shopping, food, holiday-themed workshops, and live music from local artists. The festival marks the opening of stackt’s first rooftop patio, GoldInn. Located … Continued
Whether you want to spend the weekend starting (or finishing) your holiday shopping, gazing at twinkling lights, taking a selfie with Santa or sipping a festive cocktail, you have your pick of fun things to do in the city this weekend – here are seven of the best events to check out. Shop the One … Continued
Toronto’s Canada Goose just launched their very first footwear line with the same warmth-above-everything ethos as their iconic jackets, three years after acquiring Canadian Arctic-ready shoe brand Baffin. Most recognizable for their down-filled parkas with the iconic, circular patch on the arm, the company launched its 2021 line of winter boots just this week. Named … Continued
If you passed by the new Balenciaga store in Yorkville this week and thought a die-hard Gucci fan or graffiti artist with a sense of humour had visited recently, you’re not alone. Stores across the continent were faux vandalized as part of a collaboration between Gucci and Balenciaga, and it’s so realistic-looking that it even … Continued
For more than 100 years, Girl Guides of Canada has been creating safe, inclusive space for girls to take the lead and jump into fun activities designed to help them grow – all with the support of their peers and the leadership of valued volunteers. Girl Guides has been a vital experience for both volunteer … Continued
