Acclaimed high fashion purveyor The Webster is putting the final touches on its first Canadian boutique in Yorkville. The new store, which will be located at 121 Scollard St., will carry collections from Alexander Wang to VETEMENTS to Off-White and so many more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Demand for home renovations has reached an “unprecedented” level, but the COVID-19 pandemic has caused supply shortages that are driving up costs. General contractor Mike Lawrance said that supply shortages and high demand have sent home renovation costs up at least 10 to 15 per cent over the last year. He said that shortages for … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Vandals targeted two locations of small independent clothing boutique Coal Miner’s Daughter this past weekend. On Saturday night, a concrete block was thrown through the display window of the Roncesvalles location, and the Leslieville location was broken into on Sunday. “After an already really challenging last 15 months, nine of which where we have been … Continued
By lindsaylow
Catch Brian Gluckstein on Cityline, where he is a guest expert, and shop his GlucksteinHome collection of furniture and decor at Hudson’s Bay and GlucksteinElements collection of fixtures and finishes at Home Depot. Follow him @briangluckstein on Instagram for more. A bathroom remodel can boost your home’s value while improving the esthetics and functionality for … Continued
By Nikki Gill
With a background in fine art history and museology, the owner of I Miss You Vintage Julie Yoo always had an eye for fabulous vintage pieces. She opened her brick-and-mortar store on Ossington Avenue in 2005 after building an impressive collection of eye-catching pieces her friends couldn’t help but notice. “I’ve always had an eye … Continued
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and finding a gift in Toronto for your mom can be a difficult task. These local shops along The Eglinton Way are making it easier for you to treat your mom this year to something special. Hotel Gelato View this post on Instagram A post shared … Continued
Finding a Valentine’s Day gift in Toronto doesn’t need to be extra difficult due to the pandemic. Here is a list of local shops where you can get anything from a delicious brunch at home, a classic box of chocolates or even a luxe piece of jewellery for someone you love. Valentine’s Day brunch and … Continued
By lindsaylow
Canada’s favourite contractor who always does it right, Mike Holmes, is back with a new feel-good renovation series this month. Holmes Family Effect premieres on Feb. 7 right after the Super Bowl on CTV and shows Holmes working on renovation projects for local heroes in their communities alongside his son Michael and his daughter Sherry. … Continued
By lindsaylow
Catch Brian Gluckstein on Cityline, where he is a regular guest expert, shop his collection, GlucksteinHome, at Hudson’s Bay and follow him @briangluckstein on Instagram. It’s a new year, and I think a resolution we can all benefit from is incorporating more self-care into our routines — and there’s no better space to do that than your own bathroom. … Continued
By lindsaylow
HGTV Canada series Making It Home is currently casting homeowners in Toronto who have a fixer-upper that they are ready to renovate. The show stars real estate agent and interior design expert Kortney Wilson and contractor Dave Wilson who will turn the drab and outdated property into a gorgeous forever home. Torontonians from Rosedale to … Continued
Engagement ring shopping can be an exhilarating experience. Not only are you shopping for jewelry that will stay with you or your partner for a lifetime, but you also have the opportunity to choose a ring that best suits your passions and now you can choose an ethical diamond. Did you know that ethical consumption … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Tiffany Pratt is a designer, artist, creative director and television personality on HGTV Canada’s Family Home Overhaul. During the holiday season I feel more compelled to DIY than ever because the festive season lends itself to all the extra glitter and bows! One of my favourite ways to extend the life of my many festive … Continued
