From stunning to disaster, you never know what Fashion Week will bring. Here's a taste of what Alexander McQueen's former apprentice and Toronto resident Jeremy Laing has for Spring 2012. … [Read more...]
Diary of a non-Fashionista at Fashion Week
Ok, so I'm running late. I haven't had a chance to change out of my school pick-up clothes, dinner has just spilled on my sleeve and I'm starting to panic. I'd already had a media shoot earlier that day, where I'd been wearing a very cute, but not really functional LBD. I dab on … [Read more...]
Nuit Blanche – it’s an all-night contemporary art thing
Nuit Blanche (literally White Night, en francais) is an all night celebration of the arts that takes place around the world. The concept came from France in 1984 where galleries, museums and music halls were encouraged to open late during fall or winter, traditionally less tourist visiting seasons. … [Read more...]
Eid Mubarak!
Yesterday marked the end of 30 days of fasting. The month felt long while I was fasting, but now seems like it went by very fast. I definitely feel a cleanse physically and mentally, and my appetite has shrunk (I'm hoping to keep that going as long as I can...). Every year, I … [Read more...]
Vandalism or Art?
Watching Britain burn on a nightly basis has been heartbreaking. I took my daughter to London for a girl's trip last Remembrance Day, and it's with a heavy heart that she has taken in the violence erupting in a city she loves. Hearing that much of it is simply mindless destruction by the … [Read more...]
Day 1
Yesterday was the first day of summer holidays. We kicked off the season with a day trip to Centre Island. It's one of my favourite things to do in Toronto. We did it all: the rides, the wading pool, the beach, the train. We came home sandy, sunny and satiated. I LOVED having my … [Read more...]
Indian Film Awards Come to Canada!!
I'm a huge fan of Indian cinema - I love the movies and the music. I grew up watching Hindi films, and idolising actors from my generation like Rekha, Sridevi and Madhuri Dixit. This year, Indian cinema and its glittering stars are coming to Toronto: The International Indian … [Read more...]
The Railway Children: A Grandma’s Review
For Mother's Day, after spending the morning at the soccer pitch, I spent the afternoon with my mother at the opening of The Railway Children. They've built a brand new theatre at the base of the CN Tower for the show, and when you walk in, it's a total sensory experience: the sounds, smells … [Read more...]
Win VIP Tickets to Toronto’s LG Fashion Week!
LG Fashion Week is Toronto's premium fashion event for all fashion lovers! We at UrbanMoms are excited to offer you once again, a pair of VIP tickets for the ENTIRE WEEK for one lucky UrbanMoms' member! During the week of March 28th to April 1st, you will get the full VIP treatment at LG … [Read more...]
Review: Lady Gaga Performs in Toronto
Last night my husband was taking clients to Lady Gaga and I got to tag along. I like her music and I find her persona intriguing, so I was keen to check her out and see what all the hype is about. The show was supposed to start at 8:30 so by 8:45 we were getting antsy and excited for it to … [Read more...]