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EDITOR As we make our way through the beginning of 2019, I trust you are looking forward to warm spring breezes and longer days and nights. The change in season provides a stunning backdrop for all the activities that Oakville, and surrounding areas, have to offer. Take some time to soak up the spring sunshine while exploring your neighbourhood. Looking at the first few weeks of 2019, the real estate market is proving to be stable and balanced. The stabilization of the mortgage rates has resulted in home owners being able to buy and sell with confidence. We are seeing an increase in demand, once again. Immigration remains topical when discussing the 2019 market. With a larger number of immigrants coming into the country each year, the increased need for housing has risen accordingly. Immigration Canada is predicting 341,000 new Canadians in 2020 versus 300,000 in 2017. The real estate market is experiencing a higher number of new Canadians purchasing and renting homes. This activity is mostly taking place in the larger urban cities which offer a variety of new build condominiums and single or multi-family homes.
Given current market conditions and stable mortgage rates, it’s a great time to include real estate in your long-term investment strategy. Purchasing a home in the populated urban areas, including Oakville and the GTA, will result in asset appreciation over time. There is also the option to add an investment property to your portfolio. Doing so will allow you to collect investment income as your asset appreciates. Adding an investment property to your portfolio allows for access to home equity which can be used to purchase additional properties, or invest in alternate ways. An investment property will add diversity to your portfolio and will provide options as your family grows. In January, buyers were faced with a drop in inventory levels by 8% YOY. The good news is with the arrival of the spring market, inventory is expected to rise. We are excited to welcome the spring market and invite you to discuss investing in a second property. Call our office for a confidential meeting. As flowers are starting to bud, take advantage of everything that the gorgeous Oakville area has to offer. Treat yourself to fine dining, take your family on a Sunday hike or browse through the boutique shops on Lakeshore. As you venture out to do the activities you love, we wish you a joyous spring season.
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Walking through the pillared entrance you will be enchanted by the large sunlit foyer. As you move through the lower level, take note of the impressive deep crown mouldings and 8� baseboards found in the elegant dining room. This is also where an eye-catching chandelier is perfectly hung to reflect the sunlight streaming through the oversized windows.
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he office on the main level offers a generous space filled with natural light, and a soaring 14’ tray ceiling. It is the perfect room to set up a studio or a home-based business. The living room was designed for entertaining. Gather to bask in the warmth of the fireplace, while watching the world go by just beyond the custom designed windows. The heart of this home is the gourmet kitchen that offers espresso finished cabinetry and state-of-theart appliances. Gather family and friends around the oversized kitchen island, featuring granite countertops, for Sunday brunch or holiday festivities. Turn your attention to the double doors that open to private rear gardens - perfect for enjoying a frothy latte and your favourite magazine. A warm fireplace lights up the great room and creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxing after a long day. The built-in shelving completes the design and allows you to display your most valuable treasures. This beautiful setting is bathed in sunlight providing exceptional views of the gardens in summer and the snowfall in winter. All you have to do is settle in and watch the seasons pass by.
Once you see this property you’ll want to say, I belong here I’M HOME. The second level presents 1,657 square feet of beauty. The unforgettable master suite is complete with tray ceilings and a gas fireplace for romantic evenings. Waking up to garden views will ensure you start your day off with a smile. The walk-in dressing room leads to the custom 6-piece master ensuite. The elegant design is perfect for his and her comfort and style with a jacuzzi tub and a glass frameless shower. The second level offers three additional bedrooms with exceptional views overlooking the landscaped south side and front gardens, featuring spectacular willow trees. Each additional bedroom has ensuite access and spacious closets.
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The lower level is ideal for a child’s play area, a games room or a home theatre. The unfinished space can be designed as an additional bedroom for a growing family, nanny or guest room. An additional bathroom on this level ensures privacy and convenience. Perfectly situated, this impeccably designed home is close to the best school districts,
revered restaurants and boutique shops. A short walk to the Lakeshore lends the perfect setting for sunset strolls or sunrise jogs. Being part of this Oakville neighbourhood will give you the best of private living with all you desire just beyond your curb. Once you see this property you’ll want to say, I belong here - I’m home. To view this listing, please visit page 82.
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IT’S DIFFICULT TO IGNORE OUR VISUAL FEEDS OF FANCY. Our digital reality means that we absorb a near constant flow of imagery. Whether perusing Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, or Houzz, it’s difficult to ignore our visual feeds of fancy. And on television, entire networks are built around the spectacle of personal and home improvement, and how the two inescapably intersect. While some wish to avoid the bright lights and bombast of home renovations and exquisite style, most of us lean towards its
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majesty. We imagine these beautiful, unique, and ambitious spaces as our own. We aspire to the dream. But what does your dream home look like?
GEORGIAN RENOVATIONS HAS BEEN MAKING HOMEOWNERS’ IMAGINATIONS COME ALIVE FOR DECADES. Southern Ontario’s preeminent design and renovation team “is equipped with brilliant designers, construction experts, skilled, licensed contractors, and top-notch fabricators who will create stunning, functional spaces built to the highest standards.” But they’re not happy, nor would their clientele be, with resting on their laurels. Georgian Renovations pride themselves on being on the cutting edge not just of style, but imagination. Their new Castlefield Design Showroom is the realization of their dreams and the avenue to the realization of yours. “We didn’t want to simply create a beautiful showroom to give our clients a sense of our work,” says Gene Maida of Georgian Renovations, “we dreamed up a Design Store where both clients and design lovers could visit us and immerse themselves in beauty, to feel inspired by the space, and admire the quality and craftsmanship behind our products and their construction.” Imagine being able to pour yourself a glass of water in your new kitchen before construction even begins. Consider the possibilities of lounging in your dream living room before a
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– GENE MAIDA drop sheet is placed, or a pint of paint purchased. Rest your head on your pillow in the bedroom of your fantasy, before the fantasy even begins. This is the reality of the Castlefield Design Showroom: A living, breathing Pinterest journey, a dance through a waking Instagram, a chance to star in your own renovation series episode. This is the next step in home renovations. A brick and mortar showroom in the spirit of an art gallery. Hand in hand with Georgian’s industry-leading digital acumen, this is a unique experience and one that will certainly change the way we indulge in our redesign dreams. THEINVIDIATACOLLECTION.COM
The showroom experience is accompanied by a design consultation about trends and possibilities, as well as an in-home visit to complete the planning process. Georgian Castlefield Design Showroom is the divine intersection of the modern age and decades of commitment to helping clients realize their dream homes—not by moving, but rather by reimagining. Sometimes, in this age of aesthetic, we worry that our dreams are just that; flights of fancy that exist only in sleep and whimsy. But in Georgian’s revolutionary renovation showroom, we can experience that dream while awake.
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“We help busy professionals look good and feel even better. We empower you to always have something to wear; replacing anxiety with excitement.” A simple, yet impactful statement. It makes all the difference in the world when it comes to your clothes. Andrew Frank, Founder and CEO of Lingo Luxe Bespoke, understands the importance of looking your best. It’s in his blood, after all. Both his mother and father have had a profound impact on their son’s chosen career. His mother, a former model and boutique owner, taught him the intricacies of coordinating and complementing colours. While his father led by example as he dressed for court or Sunday service. Andrew has made it his mission to help as many people as possible accomplish this on a daily basis. Having already helped thousands of clients, he feels like he’s only just begun. Lingo Luxe Bespoke was founded with the definiteness of purpose to create the best clothing possible. Its founder believes that everyone has a unique story, a story that should be told to the world through their clothing; their own Lingo. “We have received hundreds of requests on how to elevate personal style, so, we have created a 5 step process for our clients and overwhelmingly, they love it!” HOW TO BECOME A MAN OF STYLE IN 5 EASY STEPS WITH LINGO LUXE BESPOKE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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UNSTRUCTURED JACKET Simple, light and the right weight for summer, an unstructured jacket will elevate your summer style game. Couple it with a breezy pair of linen trousers or a clean short, for all your patio lunches. We love an unstructured jacket because a more relaxed look exudes confidence and comfort that comes from a mature individual fully in control of their personal style.
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RAYON PRINT SHIRT Light and breezy, a rayon shirt will keep you cool on the hottest of days. We recommend a fun graphic print to maximize the seasonal impact of the piece. Wear your rayon print shirt on your next vacation south, or as a fun look while you showcase your barbeque skills for family and friends. Because occasionally, even the most classic wardrobes need a little pick me up!
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SILK LINEN BLAZER You most likely can’t wear unstructured and more casual garments all season long, so we suggest opting for a blazer of linen and silk in a classic neutral or a pastel hue. Wear it to summer weddings or to impress at your next major client presentation. We guarantee you’ll love how it makes you feel!
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TEXTURED SHOES Textured shoes are a great way to add a dynamic layer to your summer look. Croc motif, metallic and an unexpected colour are guaranteed to be eye-catching for a creative office environment or date night. We love this progressive look achieved with minimal fuss and we’re sure you will too.
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POP OF COLOUR POCKET SQUARE One of the easiest ways to add flair to your outfit is by choosing seasonal coloured accessories. Citrus inspired hues in classic paisley, are the perfect blend of both bold and classic, allowing you to bring your summer fun into a traditional office space. We love the extra opportunity to express personal style with a pocket square, not only in colour or print, but in how you fold it to match your look!
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There is no part of Karl Lagerfeld’s signature look that isn’t instantly recognizable. From his gloves, to his sunglasses, to his ponytail, the presence of Karl Lagerfeld was undeniable, both in person and in print. In the 1990s, it would’ve been challenging to find a magazine cover without Lagerfeld being adorned by the most famous Supermodels of all time. By all accounts, Lagerfeld was fashion. Born in Hamburg, Germany in 1933 he developed an appreciation for art and fashion. He followed his passion by joining the House of Fendi in 1965. He worked with Fendi for over 54 years, remaining with them until the day he died. The latest Fendi show debuted in Milan, Italy on February 21, 2019 marking Lagerfeld’s last Fendi women’s Autumn/Winter 2019 collection. Known for his attention to detail, direct criticism and intense curiosity, he was a beloved figure in the fashion industry for over 50 years. His opinion was revered and his ability to create haute-couture ready-to-wear garments is unmatched. His legacy will be forever linked to the transformation and rebirth of House of Chanel, which he joined in 1983. He carried on Coco Chanel’s vision with updated feminine lines that let the body breathe, yet remained tailored and elegant. It is widely reported that he believed one should always look fresh, his Chanel collections reflected that philosophy. Every Spring and Fall, guests would anxiously await the Chanel collections at Fashion Week. Lagerfeld always managed to keep his collections classy and comfortable. He never felt the need to make his models wear outrageous or oversized outfits. The iconic Chanel CC logo was always visible in the show. Afterwards, the CC logo could be seen about town, worn by those who had the means to purchase a little piece of Lagerfeld genius.
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His legacy also includes his own brand, KARL LAGERFELD which debuted in 1984. This brand offers beautifully designed pieces at more accessible prices. This brand allows fashion lovers, who don’t quite have the budget for haute-culture, to wear his iconic designs. Many luxury brands create a more affordable line, however, Lagerfeld always kept Chanel high-end. Creating the KARL LAGERFELD brand was a way for him to bring his aesthetic to a new market without compromising the Chanel quality.
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Underneath his crafted public persona was a private artist interested in all forms of beauty. Widely known to be a talented sketch artist, he was less known for his interests in photography, interior design, architecture and illustration. Although he rarely spoke in public about his personal life, Lagerfeld shared 18 years with his partner Jacques de Bascher who passed away in 1989. Since then, Lagerfeld has not been linked romantically. He does often express his love and admiration for his cat, Choupette, who has an active Twitter account, two maids and was named in the will. Lagerfeld achieved fame and fortune with the re-popularization of the House of Chanel, a legacy to be proud of. The man himself will be remembered for his fierce intellect and style. He spoke 4 languages, English, German, French and Italian and was well read on a variety of topics. It has been said that to meet him was to meet a fearless soul who was changing the world. The word of Karl Lagerfeld’s declining health had begun to spread, and the news of his death came on February 19, 2019 from Paris, France. His influence will live on in the brands he loved so much. He famously said, “Sweatpants after 25 is a sign of defeat.” He believed one should take pride in their appearance and leave a lasting impression – and that he did.
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The cold air bites, Arriving at Hazelton Hotel brought with it a welcome warmth. I removed my coat and settled in for an evening of food, fashion and a panel discussion including acclaimed Chef Mark McEwan hosted by Toronto Life magazine publisher, Ken Hunt. I was invited to take a seat at the ONE Restaurant bar. Exhale. I had arrived. I sat to the far left melting comfortably into the bar stool. A glass of Pinot Noir was served and I gave a quiet toast to fashion, food and how they inspire greatness in each other.
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bringing with it a deep chill. As I stepped out on February 6th, the snow lightly drifted across my leather boots. Ascending the steps from the front door to the driveway, I gingerly held the side railing to keep from slipping on the freshly formed ice. With my head held high and my excitement brewing, I was off to ‘Style Plate’, a Toronto Fashion Week event hosted by Hazelton Hotel in Yorkville.
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espresso, we began to discuss the inspiration and origin behind ‘Style Plate’.
“Restaurants have become a visual experience, however, the food still has to deliver.”
Yorkville is viewed as the epicentre of fashion for Canada. ‘Style Plate’ was born based on an enthusiasm to partner with Winterlicious and bring Toronto Fashion Week to Yorkville. Roustom comments, “The neighbourhood speaks to fashion, luxury and fine dining – that is why we wanted to host Style Plate at the Hazelton Hotel. Style Plate promotes innovation, Canadian fashion and support for the community. As a business operating in Yorkville, we aim to engage the neighbourhood businesses and host events that support the core of who we are.”
– Chef Mark McEwan
‘Style Plate’ is an innovative way for Yorkville restaurants to showcase their personalities. It invites the eleven participating restaurants, which includes Bar Reyna, ONE Restaurant, Sofia, STK, Kasa Moto, Cibo Wine Bar, Sassafraz, Trattoria Nervosa, Amber, The Oxley and Planta, to create menu items based on the Toronto Fashion Week designer that most inspires them.
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The inspired menu items are captured in a photo shoot to showcase the unique style of each restaurant. The playful photos create interest in the designers and the menu items, driving traffic to the restaurants and ultimately, the neighbourhood itself. Roustom remarks, “Restaurants come up with a concept that best represents who they are. We send a photographer to capture the energy and
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are the new designers and celebrities of our time.” With that, he excused himself. I sat, drinking in the conversation and the last of my Pinot Noir. I made my way from ONE Restaurant to an intimate room down the hall where the panel discussion would take place. The room was set up in two sections. The first section was a cocktail lounge intended for mixing and mingling and the second section had rows of chairs facing a stage set for the panel of two. As I entered the first section, Chef Mark McEwan was greeting guests, creating Instagram posts and speaking to the attendees. He graciously shook my hand and we spoke briefly about how design and presentation have become such an important part of the dining experience – and how beautiful the venue looked that evening. As more guests arrived, I moved to the side allowing him to continue his rounds.
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Appetizers were served as we mingled. McEwan Group’s Chef de Cuisine, Darby Piquette, prepared bites of salmon, lobster, crab, falafel and lamb. The food had an exquisite flavour and presentation. I indulged, perhaps too much, to savour each offering as it was presented. The guests settled into the second section as the presentation was about to begin. I took a seat in the front row centre to be able to absorb every word of the exchange. Ken Hunt began by asking Chef McEwan about the intersection of food and fashion, and how it impacts restaurant design. McEwan remarked, “Restaurant design has become a huge part of the food experience. Instagram has changed the way our guests think about and consume food. Social media is an amazing platform for showing the style and personality of the restaurant.” He goes on to say, “Restaurants have become a visual experience, however, the food still has to deliver. As I always say when I’m advising contestants on Top Chef Canada, if my palate
Design starts deep within the imagination.
essence of their vision. There is no direction given from myself or the Style Plate team. This year the results were truly remarkable. The photographs were magnificent, beyond expectation.”
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doesn’t finish well, neither will you.” Presentation is important, but the ultimate goal is taste. Chef McEwan adds with a smile, “For a Chef, the best Instagram photo is an empty plate.” Hunt makes comparisons about food and fashion based on their parallel in quality. The food itself doesn’t have to be fancy, but it does have to leave a lasting impression. Having an understanding of how flavours work together is not dissimilar to understanding how fabric and colour combinations influence design. In each case, you have to know how to maximize the experience for the consumer. McEwan remarks, “Food needs to be clean, well constructed and professional, as does fashion.” As the discussion continued, I was struck by how important it is to have a love for your craft. The dedication to craft, design and visual appeal are all part of the creative process. Chefs spend years perfecting their palates and presentation skills, and fashion designers spend equal time studying thread, movement and fabric choice. The ‘Style Plate’ event taught me how mastering any discipline comes back to the dedication, hard work and passion for what you do. As the discussion was winding down, I took a minute to take in the crowd. This intimate group was equally composed of men and women who were in all manner of dress. There were jeans and suits, sneakers and heels, and an array of every colour in the rainbow. I concluded the yearning for impeccable style is universal and can be appreciated by all walks of life. The applause ended, I gathered my things and thanked the event planners for their efforts. Walking out of the room into the quiet elegance of the Hazelton Hotel, a feeling of joy bubbled over within me. I felt privileged to have witnessed such passion for creating beautiful things. As the guests shuffled out, the fourth ‘Style Plate’ event came to a close. Hazelton Hotel in Yorkville will once again host ‘Style Plate’ in February 2020. I will be there, front row centre to once again drink in all the magnificent style.
Photo: George Pimentel
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exquisite design by architect David Small leaves no detail unaccounted for. Small says, “The interior design of this home reflects a casual luxury. When the home was build, the design was ahead of the curve and will stand the test of time.”
The front foyer invites you in with its warm decor, dark hardwood and high ceilings. Making your way to the great room and kitchen you pass the unmistakably elegant built-in fireplace. The great room is bathed in sunlight streaming in from a wall of windows. It is here you take a pause to absorb the enviable views of the lush greenery in the backyard. Entering the kitchen, the clean lines and floor to ceiling storage is a dream for any chef. The centre island is perfect for hosting parties or quiet Saturday nights with the family. The
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The living room and dining room also boast undeniable views and separate areas for engaging in stimulating conversation. The decor and flow from room to room is seamless thanks to the interior design of Barnard and Speziale. The main floor master is simply stunning with walkout access to the backyard. The extraordinary design and features found in the master are fit for royalty. The master ensuite is completely surrounded by windows offering exceptional views and a plethora of natural light. The upgraded fixtures and attention to detail make this ensuite a dream for any homeowner to wake up to. The jaw-dropping walk-in master closet is worthy of any wardrobe and will quickly become your favourite place to retreat. 58 | SPRING 2019
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OUTDOOR OASIS On the second level, you are met with built-in shelving perfect to display precious books, photographs and awards. Three skylights invite in the sunlight as you make your way down the hall to discover three elegant and spacious bedrooms. Each bedroom is equipped with a closet and custom ensuite designed to make the most of the space. The lower level is all about function and fun. A home theatre with tiered seating is the perfect place for Friday family movie nights. Impress your guests with your display of vintage collectibles in the open recreation room as you warm up by the built-in fireplace. Embrace the exquisite outdoor living space designed by award-winning International Landscaping Inc. This magical outdoor oasis won the Award for Excellence in the Rustic Modern Fusion category. Summer days and nights will never be the same once you have experienced the custom gunnite in-ground pool and spill over hot tub. A truly spectacular feature is the custom concrete patio and walkways with black granite inlay and borders. A unique offering is an original cabin located on the back of the property built in the 1800s. This cabin offers endless possibilities including a gym, she or man cave, studio or play area. To appreciate the numerous unique features this property has to offer, you have to experience it for yourself. Once you enter 324 Chartwell Road, the unmatched beauty, design and decor will impress your refined taste. Come, experience, and fall in love. To view this listing, please visit page 94. THEINVIDIATACOLLECTION.COM
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urlington builder Stuart Riley has been selected as a finalist in the 2019 Canadian Home Builder Association (CHBA) National Awards for Housing Excellence.
There were over 700 entries coast to coast, and the Burlington home identified as “City Lakeside Modern” was selected in the top FIVE homes from across Canada in the Detached Home – Custom / Over 5,000 square feet category. Stuart Riley was the only Ontario builder in the finals for this category.
“These finalists showcase the incredible innovation and creative design involved in building and renovating homes for a variety of price points” said CHBA CEO Kevin Lee.
a showhouse for prospective clients to see the features and benefits of a modern home. The front entrance includes a solid burnt ash sliding gate that opens to a lit interlocking driveway and leads down to a 3-car garage also in solid burnt ash.
The rear of the home includes an upper level seating area off the master bedroom. The main floor walkout opens onto the pool which leads to a pergola with steps Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on May 10, 2019 down to the lake. All combine to capitalize on the views of Niagara. at the CHBA National Conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. “We built it to show how modern homes can fit into their “City Lakeside Modern” was surroundings by integrating designed by Carrothers and architecture with landscape Associates of Hamilton and Stuart design. Some modern homes can collaborated with a team of over create feelings of coldness, but we 50 local trades and companies to aimed to build a feeling of intimacy build this amazing home. and warmth into this 8,000 square foot home.” The home was built for Stuart’s business partner, and doubles as
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ome is not simply an address. It’s a sanctuary, an extension of family—a part of the family. It’s also a measure of success, a living breathing metric of accomplishment and luxury that houses our loved ones, our memories, our dreams. If the home is alive—an anthropomorphic extension of us—then its beating heart is most certainly the kitchen. The heart. The core of our existence, internally a collection of arteries and chambers, but externally a manifestation of joy, love, triumph, and fulfillment. And like a heart, the kitchen must boast splendor and utility, a marriage and contrast born of attention to detail and efficacy. It is also, arguably, our homes’ most expensive room, filled floor to ceiling in innumerable appliances, irreplaceable heirlooms, incomparable cookware, fine glassware, and finer ingredients. And yet, when we tend to the remodeling, the decoration, the contemporization, or reconstruction of our homes and spaces, the kitchen’s utility and luxury can be forgotten in its design, and sometimes forgotten altogether, specifically in the detail and design of its utility’s foundation.
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The result is the realization and understanding of the kitchen at its best, and its role in informing and breathing life into the rest of the home. The details in this project are refined and inestimable: The white cabinetry paired with the Statuario quartz countertops suggests a rarefied and open space, both magnified and contrasted by a maple island with chrome drawers, resulting in an equally cosmopolitan and functional space.
ut not Landmark Kitchen Concepts of Oakville, “a custom kitchen cabinet company that provides homeowners with fine cabinetry that will last a lifetime.” For nearly two decades, Landmark has prided itself on providing its exclusive Southern Ontario clientele with a diverse and experienced team that balances the delicate struggle between state-of-the-art technology and innovation with the bedrock craftsmanship and tradition of its beginnings.
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Landmark’s team takes its clients carefully through the process of reimagining, renovating, and refining their kitchen projects. From an in-home consultation to discover each individual’s unique space and tastes to tailor to, collaborating with other designers and contractors, clarifying and defining the project process, finding creative solutions to special homes and their inherent challenges, employing stateof-the-art visualization and production tools, and walking clients through each part of the process, step by step, in a partnership designed to redesign your kitchen and realize its potential—and your dreams. From inception to installation, Landmark Kitchen Concepts ensures that your kitchen accents are the pride of your redesigned and reimagined space. The kitchen is not a utility space, it is a creative centre, the home’s heart, whose aesthetic must complement its culinary ingenuity and familial warmth. Landmark doesn’t just remodel kitchens, it revitalizes your home’s most important room.
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Toronto Fashion Week returned to Yorkville Village in February with one mission: to support its homegrown
and the debut of Style Night, a dynamic retail event for consumers and fashion week attendees, which included fashion presentations by MICHI x Equinox, Andrews x Greta Constantine and ELAMA x The house of Brand, a skincare presentation by Victoria Radford of Radford Studio and trunk shows at TNT and Judith & Charles x Dean Davidson. Additionally, Style Plate, TFW’s dining initiative made its return, with Chef Mark McEwan and Toronto Life publisher, Ken Hunt, joining forces to discuss the intersection between food, art and style. Then, of course, there were the runway shows. Featured designers this season included regulars such as David Dixon, Christopher Bates, Mikhael Kale and NARCES, as well as buzzy newcomers like Mani Jassal, Lesley Hampton and ROCK ‘N KARMA. The homegrown talent made their country proud with their distinctive looks and noteworthy productions fit for a world stage. Next, see five designers who stole the show at Toronto Fashion Week x RE\SET this season.
design talent. Here, the highlights from the event and five designers to keep on your radar. Toronto Fashion Week x RE\SET returned to its new home at Yorkville Village in February to celebrate and feature some of Canada’s most talented and promising designers. The bi-annual showcase has undergone many makeovers over the years but seems to be finally finding its footing with its new model: a three-day showcase featuring runway shows, special presentations and speaker series to celebrate Canadian fashion and present fall/winter 2019 collections to buyers, media and consumers. This season’s TFW x RE\SET schedule was jam-packed with events attended by the city’s fashion elite. Highlights included a live recording of the Fashion Talks podcast which saw host, Donna Bishop, and trend forecaster, Carly Stojsic, discussing the relationship between fashion and cannabis,
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NARCES
THE
QUEEN
OF ROMANTIC EVENINGWEAR
Head to any of Toronto’s biggest social events, and you’re bound to see a woman or two in NARCES. Over the past few years, the Toronto-based brand, which is designed by Nikki Wirthensohn Yassemi, has quickly become the Canadian fashion crowd’s go-to label for elegant eveningwear and bespoke bridal gowns, with notable individuals like Schitt’s Creek star, Anne Frances, YouTube personality, Lilly Singh and ET Canada’s Sangita Patel sporting its designs. Though Wirthensohn Yassemi has no formal training in design (she’s an MBA graduate), she was surrounded by fashion at an early age, as her mother worked with esteemed 104 | TORONTO TOP 5
ONE TORONTO FASHION WEEK And, indeed, the NARCES fall/winter 2019 collection was anything but matronly. For the collection, Wirthensohn Yassemi took inspiration from Sophia Loren’s looks from the late ‘50s and ‘60s and took a bit of a different direction than usual, opting for less lace embellishments and more focus on structured tailoring. And while the nods to Old Hollywood glamour were obvious, it was clear that the collection was made for the modern-day woman ( just look to the puffy-sleeved jumpsuit or the show-stopping finale look complete with a white floppy hat for proof).
British tailor to the Royal Family, Victor Edlestein, who is renowned for creating some of Princess Diana’s most iconic gowns. Since launching her collection in 2011, Wirthensohn Yassemi has established NARCES’ signature aesthetic of feminine cuts, sheer silhouettes, flirty embellishments and, of course, lots and lots of glamour.
Designer Nikki Wirthensohn Yassemi
“I wanted to interpret [Loren’s] look with that NARCES aesthetic, and basically make it relevant for today,” she explains.
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“I want to show that eveningwear doesn’t have to look matronly,” she explains. “I feel like eveningwear could be so incredibly flirty and sexy and glamorous, it can have all those things in it.” TORONTO TOP 5 | 105
CHRISTOPHER BATES
THE MENSWEAR
PRO
Christopher Bates describes his decision to pursue a career in fashion as a “eureka moment.” Though he fostered a love for fashion at an early age and was “always sketching,” the Canadian menswear designer, who hails from Vancouver, B.C., initially started out in marketing and advertising. But travels to Northern Europe inspired Bates to quit his job, sell his apartment and move to Italy to study design at the internationally-renowned Art and Design Institute, Maragoni, whose alumni include Domenico Dolce, Franco Moschino and Alessandra Facchinetti. 106 | TORONTO TOP 5
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“It was crazy… I didn’t actually have a lot of practical skills like sewing, pattern making — even illustration I wasn’t very strong in,” the designer, who now spends his time between Toronto and Milan, recalls. “It was a shock, but it was also very stimulating and exciting.” It’s for this reason Bates keeps his ties to Italy intact, with his eponymous label proudly made in the fashion capital. “[It sets us apart] because we’re using really world-class materials and artisanal-level craftsmanship to create a product that is on par
or superior to some of the best brands in the world,” he says.
Bates visits Milan twice a year to source fabrics, and once he chooses his materials, he begins to conceptualize his collections. (“Once I source fabrics I really like, a story starts to emerge in my mind,” he says). For Bates’ fall/winter 2019 collection, the navy, black and grey colour palette evoked the idea of the night sky. “The colours, patterns and textures spoke to me like space…lunar landscapes, shooting stars, things like that,” he explains. “There’s also a bit of alpine skiing mixed in, which is something I touched on last fall. That fits well because I like to blend the contemporary tailored style with athletic influences and skiing is kind of the perfect fall/winter sport.”
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MANI JASSAL
THE
RISING STAR
Mani Jassal’s eponymous label may only be five years old, but it’s already making waves in the Canadian fashion industry. Her 2013 graduation collection for Ryerson School of Fashion’s Mass Exodus fashion show was an instant hit, with orders flooding in for Jassal’s unique take on traditional South Asian bridal and eveningwear. Flash forward to 2019, and Jassal now has a namesake boutique and showroom in Yorkville, and celebrity fans such as poet Rupi Kaur, singers Bebe Rexha and Madison Beer, and New Girl actress Hannah Simone. Jassal’s one-of-kind aesthetic is what has contributed to her success. She has a knack for bridging the gap between contemporary and traditional and marries both her Indian heritage and Canadian upbringing. Though many of her pieces take inspiration from traditional South Asian garments, they have a rebellious twist 108 | TORONTO TOP 5
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Jassal’s spring/summer 2019 collection, “With Love,” featured a more romantic and ethereal take on her designs. Inspired by the feeling of falling in love and the song “So Into You” by Tamia, the garments featured floral motifs with a soft colour palette and intricate beaded embellishments. Even the fabrics used were softer and more lightweight than her previous collections. “With Love” is available now at manijassal.com.
BEHIND THE LOOK MANI JASSAL
and can be worn by women of any ethnicity. It’s for this reason Jassal makes it a point to hire a diverse cast of models for her runway shows. “It’s 2019. We live in one of the most multicultural cities in the world – why would I not want to reflect that in my shows?” she says. “This is a representation of our city and the people I’m surrounded by. This is a reflection of my clientele. I don’t see it any other way – this is the norm for us.”
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MIKHAEL KALE
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RISK TAKER
There is no other designer quite like Mikhael Kale. The student of London’s Central Saint Martins (whose alumni includes Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney) launched his eponymous label in 2007 and quickly became known for his conceptual approach to fashion and his exceptional 110 | TORONTO TOP 5
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“I wasn’t even completely conscious of it,” he says, “but that’s kind of where [my love for design] stemmed from.” The construction of garments was key for Kale’s fall/winter 2019 collection. After receiving “crazy amounts” of pastel tulle from a fabric supplier, the designer was faced with the challenge of creating looks that would fit his streetwear-meets-high fashion aesthetic.
“At first it was like… ‘How do I make this pretty?’” Kale recalls with a laugh, referring to the “pasty yellow” tulle he was provided. “How do we make pastel sexy and hard, but soft at the same time?” The solution? Constructing simple tulle shapes with boning and corseting and juxtaposing it with edgier materials like latex layered underneath. The overarching theme was Victorian-inspired, but it definitely had a Mikhael Kale twist to it. “It was such a refreshing way of building a collection,” says Kale. “I hadn’t done it like that before.”
craftsmanship. His talent earned him international recognition with celebrity fans such as Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid, Priyanka Chopra and Winnie Harlow. Kale’s love for constructing wearable art for the female form developed at a young age. At six, he started to play around with his mother’s sewing machine – initially it was just to figure out the mechanics, but shortly after, he began to teach himself how to sew. “I didn’t grow up with a TV or cable…so I started playing on the machine, simply out of boredom,” Kale recalls. “So, when I was indoors, that’s what I would do, just hang out by the sewing machine.” Since he was surrounded by women, Kale began to study how garments looked on them, and how they were constructed.
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DAVID DIXON
THE
FASHION INDUSTRY
VETERAN
Without a doubt, David Dixon is one of the most respected fashion designers in the country. Despite the challenging Canadian retail landscape, the Toronto-based designer’s namesake label has enjoyed a 24-year run, and his looks have been seen on celebrities such as Meg Ryan, Pamela Anderson, Jennifer Love Hewitt and more. Over the past few years, Dixon has used his platform to bring awareness to important causes such as ovarian cancer, a disease that claimed his sister’s life in 2015. 112 | TORONTO TOP 5
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“I love to raise awareness for a pervasive issue using the medium I love most: fashion,” says Dixon. “I believe fashion designers and public figures should do their part in creating awareness for causes they care about. One of the things that ignites and inspires me is the invisible, that is; things that are unseen to the human eye, but you know are there.” For Toronto Fashion Week, the designer partnered with Osteoporosis Canada to debut his Bübl x David Dixon collection which is inspired by the two million Canadians impacted by the incurable bone disease.
TORONTO FASHION WEEK “I’ve always believed that fashion is a language and a conduit for conversation, and after hearing about some of the staggering statistics in Canada on Osteoporosis, I was keen to help. Like most of us, how often do we consider our bones?” he says. To convey the message, Dixon used bubble wrap (a universal symbol of protection) to highlight areas of the body where osteoporosis tends to be most prevalent, such as the hips, wrists and spine, and used photo prints of bone x-rays as the patterns on certain garments. “We don’t ever see our bones, but we do need to protect them,” he continues. “Part of protecting them is knowing our risk and a big part of this campaign is raising awareness for the fact that we can start to assess our risk in our thirties.”
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