The Music Issue (Summer 2011)

sandbox THE NEW CULTURE

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rosie ROSIE BLAIS RINGS THEm IN WITH HER BAND ENjOY YOUR pUmAS

ALMOSt FAMOUS

Four writers relive some music fest mayhem

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SuMMer 2011 voluMe 2 | issue 3

icing on the cake Jenna Rae shows us a couple cute cake tRicks

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hot StuFF wine foR the people, new RestauRants, caRe foR youR lady paRts and MoRe Bucket LiSt 10 Reasons why you should pack it up and Go aBout toWn GueRilla-style dininG has found its way to the pRaiRies the Stage nova dance collective shows us why seven heads aRe betteR than one BY deSign belt and baG desiGneR adan ballou Gives us the inside scoop on his favouRite desiGns Fed uP we’ve doubled the size of this issue’s “fed up” with a special Male contRibutoR taLent & titS cake tReats neveR looked so Good revieWS we’ve eXpanded ouR Reviews section: check out the best beach Reads and aRt Reviews Street StYLe winnipeG’s Most fashionable “stReet Meat,” Round two coLuMnS coluMnists niki tRosky and Rich thoMas debut theiR stoRies LiFe StorY coRey boult Gets his wheels in Motion acRoss canada foR a cause close to his heaRt hoW to fashion faves andRew and Raezavel teach us how to shop online FaShion Finder ouR favouRite places to shop, pRiMp and paMpeR this suMMeR Mood Board this issue’s inspiRation

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CorreCtion: the photo oF FLo perForMinG At CentrAL pArK WAS inCorreCtLY CreDiteD (SoUL QUeen, SprinG 2011) photo bY SAM MACFArLAne. in “MeMoirS oF A WAnnAbe DiVA,” ContribUtorS roGer MeDinA (hAir), riCheL KorpeSho (MAKeUp), brittAnY DonA-LYn (photoGrAphY) Were not CreDiteD.

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contents features 20 CELEBRITY INSPIRATION FIRST LADIES, ROYALTY AND MOVIE STARS ARE THE LEGENDARY LADIES THAT INSPIRE US 27 CANADIAN DESIGNER PROFILE WE PROFILE FOUR HOMEGROWN DESIGNERS’ SPRING/SUMMER 2011 COLLECTIONS 31 LA PARFUMERIE EAU-DE-YOU, ANYONE? WE OPEN THE DOOR TO THE ONLY CUSTOM PERFUME SERVICE IN THE CITY 33 NAIL TRENDS WE NAIL FIVE TRENDS FOR SUMMER 39 ALMOST FAMOUS FOUR WRITERS SOUND OFF CANDIDLY ON THEIR MOST MEMORABLE SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL MOMENTS 51 WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE WE HEAD INTO THE WOODS WITH THE BOYS OF SUMMER 58 THE SOUND WE’VE EXPANDED OUR FAVOURITE DEPARTMENT WITH FIVE WICKED BAND PROFILES 72 FOX ON THE RUN WILD CHILD DEZ HITS THE COUNTRY ROADS WITH A PACKED SUITCASE 80 COLOUR BLOCK PUMP UP THE COLOUR WITH BOLD BRIGHTS 89 SHOP THE MARKET OUR GUIDE TO SHOPPING THE MEDITERRANEAN, ASIAN AND FARMERS’ MARKETS

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SANDBOX JEFFREY VALLIS Editor-in-Chief SUZY BODIROGA Creative Director

VANESSA KUNDERMAN Art Director

BRENLEE COATES Editorial Assistant ANDREA KIRBY BRITTANY KUNDERMAN Account Manager WRITERS Raezavel Argulla Megan Dee Benedictson Sigourney Burrell Ethan Cabel Sabrina Carnevale Andrew Chipman Andrea Collins Jillian Coubrough Kristy Hoffman Sula Johnson Jason Krahn Brittany Leschasin Sarah Petz Pamela Roz Chloe Scotch Amie Seier Cyrus Smith Chef Rob Thomas Rich Thomas Margaux Tomac Scott Thomas Niki Trosky Jaime Zaporzan STYLISTS Casey Downes Eco Dzaman Chelsea Neufeld Chanelle Salnikowski Melissa Trainor Niki Trosky COPY EDITOR Camille Dupas PRINTER Winnipeg Sun Commercial Print Division

PHOTOGRAPHERS Steven Ackerman Malena Gonzalez Marlène Goulard Janine Kropla Izabela Rachwal Dennis Sapong Lisa Varga Kat Willson Clayton Winter Katy Winterflood HAIR Kristin Flight Haley Golin Hanna Little Roger Medina Scott Ramos MAKEUP Daniela Butcura Jessica Kmiec Amy McLachlan Meagan Perron Cherry Vicente NAILS Courtney Nykoluk Meagan Perron ILLUSTRATORS Hannah Dempsey Brenden Fortescue Victor Platon WEBSITE DESIGN Chad Evans WEBHOST MyNetMojo.ca

SANDBOX Magazine, PO BOX 48127, RPO Lakewood, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2J 4A3. Contents copyright © 2011. May not be reprinted without written permission. Single copy price: $4.95+tax. All reproduction requests must be made to SANDBOX Magazine at mail@sandboxmag.com. Special thanks to: Megan Tymura, Wrangler’s Hotel, Richard David, Steve Lecours, Revolutions Hair Salon, Jessica Lang, Leanna Lohre, Carolina Vasilica, Michael Reynes, Mar-Schell’s Music, the Forks Market, and Alex Needham.

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1 ROgeR meDiNA haIR StyLISt Roger Medina has been styling hair since he was 12 years old, beginning with his aunt’s short-haired mannequins. What started as simple braids and cornrows is now voluptous wigs and extensions.

He practices a total of six methods to cater to every individual client. Roger’s favourite look for summer? “It would have to be Topman’s floral tank from the spring/summer 2011 collection, which I duplicated and made.”

photogRaphy byJaNINE KRopLa; JoaSIa by Katy wINtERfLood

what hE’S LIStENINg to: JANeLLe mONAe, BeYONCe

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2 JOASiA TAWKiN ModEL Polish beauty Joasia Tawkin first made an appearance in our anniversary issue, flaunting the season’s boldest looks in “Hey Big Trender.” This issue she pairs up with her gorgeous twin sis as they rock the color block in “Seeing Double (page 80).” “I found it easy to work with her as well as to work off her energy,” she says of her first twin modelling experience. After all, two heads are better than one. what ShE’S LIStENINg to: BOY & BeAR, FLORRie

3 KAT WiLLSON photogRaphER Nature, poetry, magic and movies are just a couple of Kat Willson’s inspirations.

Photographing this issue’s “Fox on the Run” fashion spread (page 72), Willson was one of the brain childs and inspiration behind the photo shoot’s concept. “I hope to continue to work with other artists and travel the world for different photography.” what ShE’S LIStENINg to: CAT pOWeR, NeKO CASe

4 DeNNiS SApONg photogRaphER Photography is in Dennis Sapong’s blood.

His father caught him sneaking off with his camera and finally invited him to shoot for a couple newspapers he worked for. “I believe Winnipeg has to be one of the most vibrant and diverse artistic communities in Canada. I’m blessed to be able to express the artist within me in a place like Winnipeg.” what hE’S LIStENINg to: LATe NighT ALumNi

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letter from the edi t or

BeStNewmAg In life, it’s rarely a good thing to sit in the front row. The front row in school is usually reserved for the bad asses and the kiss asses, and the front row in a movie theatre is for the idiots who show up to a sold out movie halfway through the previews.

But the front row at Toronto’s LG Fashion Week Beauty by L’Oréal Paris, well, that’s a thing of beauty; something everyone aspires to have, but only the few fashion-elite ever achieve.

Suzy, Vanessa and I sat in the fourth row.

No, we weren’t wedged between the editor of Elle Canada or the sexy Holt Renfrew fashion buyer who could have been Brad Pitt’s doppelganger. But we were still at fashion week with some of the biggest names in Canadian fashion, and everyone has to start somewhere, right?

That same sentiment is embodied in our summer issue. Each one of the bands we feature are fully equipped to become big names in the industry, and some are already well on their way.

But the journey starts with a part time job as a receptionist (like our cover girl Rosie Blais of Enjoy Your Pumas), or by playing gigs to crowds of 25 people (like indie-darlings Les Jupes). And that’s all part of the charm.

After all, SANDBOX began at the grassroots level selling magazines with a piggy bank honour system. Now, we’ve been named the “Best New Magazine” in western Canada at the Western Magazine Awards and were awarded two Manitoba Magazine Awards (although in our case, all the credit goes to our incredible team of contributors and our loyal SANDBOX readers).

Even Jeanne Beker of Fashion Television started her career as a mime, or at least studying mime in Paris, and more than 30 years later sits atop her style empire as arguably the biggest and most influential name in Canadian fashion.

So whether you’re sitting in the fourth row at fashion week, waiting tables to pay the bills, playing to crowds of a couple dozen, or refining the art of mime, in this issue we raise our glasses to the industry giants who paved the way and to the beautifullytalented, up-and-coming 20-somethings with a dream and the determination to follow suit.

—Jeffrey Vallis, Editor-in-Chief j.vallis@sandboxmag.com

eDItOR’S PICKS IN THIS ISSUE Head-to-toe pink tuxedos on the DUY runway are explored in-depth in our special Canadian designer feature. Chef Rob Thomas shares his clever spin on the typical grilled cheese sandwich in Fed Up. And we’ve expanded our reviews department!

SANDBOX reviews now include art and books.

Be sure to check out our top three beach reads this summer on page 43.

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talki n g back Chat us up by mail, email, Facebook, Twitter or at SANDBOXMAG.COM WHICH CONCERT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS SUMMER?

29% Katy Perry and Janelle Monáe 25% Britney Spears, Nicki Minaj, Jessie and the Toy Boys and Nervo 25% The Black Keys and Cage the Elephant 14% The Tragically Hip and Broken Social Scene 7% Rihanna and Cee Lo Green ON THE SCENE

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IN THE VILLAGE I couldn’t help but come across your magazine while spending the day in 0sborne Village and was in awe by the creative photo shoots, the fantastic articles, and the fact that it’s published in Winnipeg! I think it is important for everyone to know how much culture and art is held in our humble city.

—VictoRia PEREiRa

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We want to hear what you think! check out our website, sandboxmag.com to voice your thoughts on this issue. Give us your feedback at mail@sandboxmag.com and you could win our summer giveaway!

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS MY FRIEND congratulations, you guys! i couldn’t imagine anyone deserving the Western Magazine award for Best New Mag more. Keep it going!

— cHaSE GoUtHRo (VIA FACEBOOK)

i am a big fan of your magazine and think its great how you have really put Winnipeg in the fashion scene. i have been a fan of the magazine since the spring 2010 issue that featured a good friend of mine.

— JoNatHaN SiEMENS uP NEXT

i have to say i love this magazine. You guys are awesome for creating this and i’m always anxious to see the next issues coming out!

— MoRGaN MURRaY COOL KIDDIES

i have been a fan of the magazine since it has been up and running but noticed there isn’t really enough music in the magazine. For instance, more canadian musicians, album reviews, album previews, tour info, award show coverage, all that fun stuff.

—BREtt ViSca

sandbox letters Send your letters to: SANDBOX Magazine, PO Box 48127, RPO Lakewood, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 4A3, or email us at mail@sandboxmag.com Please include your name, address and mail address.

We may edit your letters for length and clarity.

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the writer of the best letter will have his or her name and letter published and will win a bottle of the People’s wine, Pinot Noir and a cD package from our friends at Sony Music canada. Winner must be over 18 years of age.

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hot stuff

TuRN BACK TIMe Germany, 1997 – Original Swatch watch inventor and manager of Citizen collaborate.

The concept? Interchangeable watch faces reminiscent of postal stamps.

Using the online watch creator at www. stampswatches.com, the watches may be custom designed and exist in the form of more than 200 erratic, retro, and downright badass faces and bands.

They’re sold throughout 52 countries and thanks to Andrea Kirby, sales representative for Western Canada, wrist wear enthusiasts can now find them at such Winnipeg retailers as Chi Chi, Indecor,

Tonic Spa & Hair, and Lola Boutique.

“Graphic designers create new faces every six months, speaking to the company’s tagline of ‘time to change.’ I have a few so I can wear many watches using a single band,” says Kirby. “I have one with a record player, one with an eye, another with Louboutin heels on the face.”

The unique nature of the watch itself is not the sole compelling factor – S.T.A.M.P.S. watches are also a steal at only $25 – $27 per face and a mere $23 for the band.

Visit www.stampswatches.com for more information. KRISTY HOFFMAN

hot stuff

TICK TOCK ABOVe LeFT HIGH HEELS, ABOVe FASHIONISTA

SHOwINg YOu wHAT’S HOT IN weSTeRN CANAdA. PeRIOd.

YOu gLOw gIRL At Miami Glo, Winnipeg’s newest custom spray-tanning studio, one will find a spray tan comprised of all-natural, botanically-extracted ingredients (that is, ingredients derived from plant tissue) used to create an instant bronze, custom-blended to the original skin tone.

“Winnipeg is in need of a healthy alternative to tanning [that works] without the harmful UV rays,” says Angela Diamond, owner of Miami Glo in Winnipeg. “Because we customize the tan to what [our clients] want, better results than UV tanning [are] achieved.”

The spray tan contains anti-aging components that absorb into the skin and infuse collagen-like extracts that revive elasticity and firmness. Applications last between seven and ten days and are available for $50, although tanning bundles are offered at discounted prices. The studio is located at 106-897 Corydon Avenue.

KRISTY HOFFMAN

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wHO’S ON TOP? The Bay is about to get a taste of London’s trendiest (and most affordable) fashion retailer: Topshop. The department store recently announced franchise rights in 37 countries and the collection (alongside the men’s equivalent, Top Man) is expected to arrive in stores this fall. The exciting confirmation of franchise rights marks what will be Topshop’s much anticipated (and longawaited) debut in Canada.

KRISTY HOFFMAN

cut it out PINK CUTOUT BODYCON DRESS BY DRESS UP TOPSHOP; BLACK EMBELLISHED SHOULDER BODYCON DRESS BY DRESS UP TOPSHOP

hot stuff HANDcRAFTED INSIDE AND OUT A colourful bouquet of wine appeals to mass audiences, particularly those fond of the finer things in life. The People’s Wine has taken that concept to a whole new level – integrating the creativity and craftsmanship of winemakers with the originality of artist Martin Poppelwell.

Long gone are the days of boring wines wrapped in even drier design.

Poppelwell is familiar with using interesting mediums to express his art including carpet, linens, fashion and wallpaper. “My goodness, thousands of little drawings making their way into the world and onto people’s tables. That might just get people talking!” says Poppelwell on the idea

of creating The People’s Wine labels, ranging from construction equipment to origami-like foliage.

This time, the 20-year art veteran partnered with The People’s Wine to create unique labels that complement the wine’s palates.

Velvety and fruity, spicy and sweet, The People’s Wine stems from vineyards in Hawke’s Bay, Central Otago, and the Awatere Valley in Marlborough, all found in New Zealand. Whites are bottled young to preserve aromas and retain flavour, while reds are aged in French oak barrels.

The People’s wine is available for $17.99. VANESSA KUNDERMAN

DEADFISH EATS TOMATO PIE Right in the crook of Osborne Village, Deadfish Café & Lounge swam into town causing a bit of a stir due to the surprising name choice. This fusion food joint sets the mood with graffiti-like artwork

by Rodrigo Pradel including a showstopping painted piano (“Ivory Smile”, pictured above).

With walleye, goat, pizza, sandwiches, and more gracing the menu, there is something for everyone at this quaint hangout in the village. To start, try the mussels with jalapeno beer, cheddar and bacon, or dive into the pickerel parm sandwich made out of fresh Manitoba walleye. Prices range from $7 - $34.

Deadfish Café & Lounge is located at 167 Osborne Street.

POWDER ROOM Clean wash, pure spray, soft lotion, and fresh wipes; natural ingredients, moistened with extracts of cucumber and chamomile, and solely using distilled water. These gentle and refreshing products were created by Ritz Clinging for what she describes as, “The muff on the move.”

That’s right, ladies – the feminine hygiene products in the “I Love My Muff ” line are ideal for the active woman and come in either blends of lavender, clary, sage, and patchouli or amalgams of vanilla, grapefruit and ylang ylang.

Clinging explains that she was irritated both literally and figuratively by products

preceding her own. She was also looking for something fun, well designed, and branded better. “Everything at the time seemed like drugstore bore.”

Launching at Henri Bendel in Manhattan over one year ago, the line was designed by Clinging and a Vancouver producer, and inspired by the ‘need for everyday care down there’.

Here in Winnipeg, gals can get their muffs in gear and go to Moulé, located at 443 Academy Road, for a share of the goods. Visit www.ilovemymuff.com for more information.

Visit www.ilovemymuff.com for more information. KRISTY HOFFMAN

PRIzE POUTINE Fifty-pound bags of potatoes never looked so appealing. Smoke’s Poutinerie is a gourmet poutine restaurant serving $5 - $9 fries loaded with options like Philly cheese steak, veggies and more.

It’s also perfect for a late-night munch –– staying open until 4:00 a.m.

This evening and late night hot spot found in the belly of the Exchange District blasts ‘80s pop-rock and serves glass bottle sodas from the Pop Shoppe.

Try the pulled pork poutine and a black cherry soda. Smoke’s Poutinerie is located at 131 Albert Street, Winnipeg, MB. VANESSA KUNDERMAN SANDBOX SUMMER 2011

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bucket list

Burrell on her three month trek in France

bucket list

10 ReAsONs tO PAck it uP AND GO befORe yOu Words by SIGOURNEY BURRELL kick the bucket Photography by MaRLèNE GOULaRd

ONe Do you want to know what the best

seVeN It’s amazing who you will run into while

tWO Every culture has different specialties exploring different cuisines is a must for anyone with even a remotely discerning palate.

eiGht When you’re the only person from Canada

way to break up with someone is? Leave the country.

thRee It’s easier to learn life’s little tricks faster when you’re out of your comfort zone.

fOuR Opportunity usually only knocks once in

traveling. People from your city always seem to bump into you when you’re in a faraway place. It makes the world feel so small. in the room, you instantly become the centre of attention.

NiNe People-watching always ends up being more interesting than most things you can do.

your life, but if you keep traveling around, it knocks again and again.

teN Packing up and going somewhere makes you

fiVe The best way to learn any foreign language

Sigourney Burrell is the creator of Ruby Feathers, a handmade line of original feathered jewelry. Since being featured in SANDBOX magazine in spring 2010, Burrell lived in France for three months where she was photographed for Vogue Paris. For more information, visit rubyfeathers.com

is to immerse yourself in a place where they speak it fluently.

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Traveling renovates your wardrobe.

miss your hometown. It’s a nice feeling to miss home, and even more nice to come home to.

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about town

five ways to survive a secret dinner by cyrus smith

1 Dress to your own

successes; there is no code for attire, except that you should actually wear clothes.

2 Leave your dislikes

at home. The menu is rigid and will not change for someone who “hates brussels sprouts.”

3 The cost per person

is only the minimum; tip right to shine bright (you’ll be guaranteed another invitation).

4 The wine is free-

flowing so make sure you pick a blush, red or white that you like.

5 It’s a secret, so be sure

to boast about how great it was to friends who weren’t there.

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about town

secret dinner party the best place to dine in the city is a tightly kept secret, even if you’re on the invite list Words by SULA JOHNSON Photography by STEVEN ACKERMAN

Pop-up kitchens, underground restaurants, and guerrilla culinary brigades aren’t anything new in the world of entertaining, but thanks to Winnipeg chefs Mandel Hitzer and Cyrus Smith, secret dining has popped up on the Winnipeg social scene.

Together, they have created a shiny, new culinary adventure that prides itself on food quality, creativity, style and flavour. Not just a meal out, the Secret Dinner project discovers a way out of the mundane, contributing to an entire culture that values the slow, the local, and the community.

Here’s how it works: You get an email invite from the Secret Dinner telling you only the date of the next dinner. They ask you to RSVP with amount of guests by a certain date. The day of the dinner you receive an email informing you of the time and place. You bring your own booze, leave your expectations at home, and head out.

The menu will be diverse, and so will the company. If you’re not into meeting new people, then don’t bother. “We appreciate the idea of bringing people from all over together,” says Smith.

The food, the atmosphere, the company, everything is a surprise, and that is the beauty of it. When you RSVP you are committing to a new adventure. You could be dining in a parking lot, an art gallery, a warehouse, a park, a rooftop – the possibilities are endless –you just have to be open to the trip.

There will be older, younger and middle-aged guests at the dinner. Yes, it does seem a little insider-cliquey cool, but that’s the point. Inspired by the magic of the entire event, you will sit with friends and with strangers and you will share amazing food, wine, and eventually secrets of your own and feel like you are a part of something special.

Hitzer and Smith have both worked in the culinary cavities of many Winnipeg restaurants, but really realized their potential as a dynamic duo after training under gold medal Canadian chef, Makoto Ono at the now defunct Gluttons Bistro.

Since then, the culinary artists have been working on creating a new food experience for Winnipeggers, unique to their food values.

Tired of the amount of waste, tired of the quality of processed foods, tired of working under or within the culinary boundaries of other chefs, the artists decided to try something different.

“I feel responsible to the people who produce the food, and to the people who consume it,” says Hitzer. “We always do our best at taking less steps. We spend the extra dollar for organic, and try to see what we can do on our own. It’s not about convenience – everything is made from scratch.”

Underground restaurants, supper clubs and secret dining have been popping up around the world, and the trend is here to stay. Pop-up kitchens allow creative chefs the opportunity to wow the senses without breaking the bank to put cash forward on a restaurant.

“There are often themes in restaurants, which are great, but are also limiting. It’s nice to have the freedom with our dinner planning, not to be bound to a theme,” says Hitzer.

It also allows an opportunity for potential investors to taste test the possibility of a future Winnipeg landmark.

Survival and great success are born from the refusal to accept boundaries. Thanks to the resilient imaginations of these two talented Winnipeggers, a secret world of entertainment provides a brief escape from the status quo – a unique dining adventure and a secret worth talking about.

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THE Stage

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You tell people you’re a magician and they’re like, ‘what kind of instrument do you play?’

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THE Stage

CENTRE STAGE THE LOVELY LADIES OF THE NOVA DANCE COLLECTIVE SHOW US THEIR FANCY FOOTWORK Words by AMIE SEIER Photography by KAT WILLSON

“Lighting in dance allows you to see or not to see,” explains contemporary dancer Rachelle Bourget, of the importance of light during a performance. “The lighting adds so much to the audience’s experience.”

Bourget is one of seven contemporary dance students that make up the Winnipeg-based Nova Dance Collective and is quick to note that she is speaking on behalf of the group and hoping that she isn’t in the spotlight too much.

“We all feel strongly that Winnipeg has a huge artistic community and we just really wanted to contribute to it.

And as a dancer, it’s incredibly hard to find a job,” she says with a laugh.

So, the seven members, all entering their fourth and final year in the Senior Professional Program of the School of Contemporary Dancers ,decided to do just that and perform at this year’s Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival with a show called Fresh.

“We wanted people to be more familiar with contemporary dance and we wanted to make a job for ourselves,” she explains. “I think it’s a little more relatable to this day and age. Contemporary dance is always evolving.”

She fell in love with contemporary dance not because of its story structure, but the way someone can interpret it. “It can be whatever it is to the interpreter. However someone sees it is what they get from it.”

Each member of the collective came up with their own unique choreography to incorporate into the show. She explains, “We created all of

it, and we created it on each other. It’s a journey and a relationship through it.”

An example of one of the pieces that they performed at the Fringe Fest is semi-untitled and choreographed by all seven members.

“We just kept referring to it as ‘the black dress piece’ and it’s all of our choreography coming together,” laughs Bourget. “So it’s seven girls in a room trying to formulate phrases and piecing it all together and it’s working amazingly-well so far.”

The “black dress piece” is only one of many. Each dancer choreographs her own piece making Fresh a combination of both different dancers and dances.

“Each piece is very individual so I’m sure there would be something for everyone,” says Bourget.

The performance was the first for the young dancers as they have never choreographed and danced in their own show.

“We weren’t expecting to make a ton of money. We wanted to use this as a resume builder and a chance to get our feet wet. We wanted to feel what it’s like to create an entire show,” she explains. “[The name for the show] started out as a joke because we’re fresh local talent,” laughs Bourget, “But we stuck with Fresh because we’re all new.

We’re learning but we have something new to offer and we’d love to share it with people.”

“We’d really love to grow from this.

This is the time to make mistakes and learn from them and experiment if we can.”

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1 BOX THAT BLEEDS Part of the Inordinate Display of Aggression collection, Ballou’s goal with this bag was to make the owner feel fierce and aggressive.

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2 SKULL BELT Ballou wanted this big and gauche belt to be loud and proud, perfect for a night out at a local bar. Inordinate Display of Agression collection.

3 NELLIE BAG The Nellie bag is part of Ballou’s collection titled, The Long Road Ahead.

It’s made from quality saddle leather and will be released soon.

4 ONE THIN INCH Once down to your last inch, Ballou wanted something strong so he created the one thin inch belt. The Long Road Ahead collection.

5 DRAGONFLY The Dragonfly belt was inspired by the increasing number of dragonflies bred in the prairies to eat mosquitos. The Long Road Ahead collection.

by design knotch-it THE BRIGHT ORANGE BELT (RIGHT) IS PART OF BALLOU’S FIRST COLLECTION TITLED, Hello World.

cat’s outta the bag MANITOBA’S BEST KEPT SECRET, ADAN BALLOU, REVEALS HIS LATEST COLLECTION OF BAGS AND BELTS Words by ANDREA COLLINS Photos provided by MALENA GONzALEz

Adan Ballou loves designing for women.

“I made my wife a belt and the first day she wore it people went crazy for it,” says the Manitoba designer, wearing a handmade belt-buckle made with repurposed brass and copper.

Not only does he cater to a woman’s soft and sensible side with his spring collection called, “The Road Ahead”, he also considers their feisty nature with his winter collection. The darker series offers incredibly detailed skull belts and the notable “Box that Bleeds” bag – all the while utilizing environmentally-friendly materials and recycled goods whenever possible.

“I love dumpster diving,” he says. “I do all my own dying with all natural dyes and all of my metal is recycled brass.”

For Ballou, many garbage treasures can have a second life.

“I use old brass pots that were popular in the ‘50s, old door knobs, anything I can find, really. And I mix it with copper or nickel to get different colours and shades.”

After working in Information Technology for years, Ballou decided to branch off into artistry. That’s when his

passion for expressing himself through leather came calling.

“I love Harley’s, so it all started when I decided to design and hand make my own motorcycle seat,” he explains.

That creative side project opened him up to a world of possibilities.

“I realized, ‘Wow! I can stain it, tool it, stamp it, dye it and, hell, even burn it to get the right effect.’”

To this day that creativity and drive is expressed through Adan Ballou bags and belts, which could be considered fine art creations in and of themselves.

“Every part of a bag or belt has been well thought through,” says Ballou as he flips through a tattered note pad full of drawings and sketches. “Everything: the pockets, straps, buckles, and buttons. It all becomes part of the artistic expression.”

Ballou’s goal is to create one-of-a-kind items that radiate the integrity and beauty of the materials that they were made with.

“I had to sit in the bathtub to make this leather,” he says, lifting up his amazing saddle-inspired bag. “I also soaked the leather in coffee for two weeks to get the brown colour.”

The saddle bag is part of “The Road Ahead” collection. “I wanted to make a bag that was like luggage,” he explains. “You can carry it, it’s heavy, durable, but still has that element of grace and beauty. I can’t walk down the street without someone coming up to me and saying, ‘Oh my God, where did you get that bag?’”

And even though the passion and talent he has for his craft is unmistakable in each and every original creation, Ballou has no interest in concealing his trade secrets.

“Down the road [I want to] train other artisans. It would be nice to hire people and give them the knowledge of how to create this kind of stuff, so even when they leave the company, they can create whatever they want with that kind of knowledge.”

For more Adan Ballou creations, visit adanballou.com. You can also purchase pieces from his collection at the Haberdashery in the Exchange District, 84 Albert Street.

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celeb style Legendary Ladies

Photography by KATY WINTERFLOOD Illustrations by VICTOR PLATON

Princess Diana Diana is best known as the “Princess of Hearts,” and rightfully so. Her extensive list of charity work, and utmost bravery made her a highly-respected public figure. With looks as equally as charming as her resume, we could never forget those bashful baby blues, or her softly- feathered do; not to mention her trendsetting pantsuits and capped-toe shoes.

A bIRdIE TOld mE Bird cream tray, Moulé WATERPROOF Christian Dior blue eyeliner, Captivating Blue, The Bay

clUTchEd Soft pink envelope clutch, Hush

SOmEThING blUE Diorshow waterproof mascara in Azure Blue, The Bay bEAch-clAd Sapphire blue bikini, The Bay

All cAPS Patent sling-back shoes, Browns Couture

chIP chEERIO “Mini” ring, Out of the Blue

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SPRITZER J’adore eau de parfum, The Bay, 100 ml

Legendary Ladies celeb style

Elizabeth Taylor With her ink-black hair, bold brows, and uniquely violet eyes, Elizabeth Taylor, or “Liz” will always be remembered for her gracious good looks, several marriages, and devotion to AIDS research.

Her death earlier this year roused the world to recall some of Liz’s most unforgettable looks. Our favourite? Miss Cleopatra.

BUSTIN’ OUT Black bustier, Material Girl, The Bay pUCKER Up Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds body lotion, four-piece set, The Bay

SOUND OFF Teal and gold round earrings, Out of the Blue

BOTTOmS Up ‘50s-style flask, Moulé

HOW SWEET IT IS Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds perfume, four-piece set, The Bay

LADY-LIKE Navy cocktail dress, Hush Collection, Hush

NO pLACE LIKE HOmE Patent black bow shoes, Town Shoes

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celeb style Legendary Ladies

Jackie O This former First Lady is renowned for her impeccable style, namely her penchant for pink tweed Chanel suits and pillbox hats. Her sleek brown bob and oversized sunglasses made her undeniably chic. Apart from style, we admire Jackie’s passion for the preservation of architecture, and stint as a successful book editor.

sun block Round sunglasses, Aldo

cat-eye Automatic liquid eyeliner, Chanel Paris, 10-noir black, The Bay

tea time Oliver Hemming kettle, MoulĂŠ

steP uP Black loafers by BCBGeneration, Town Shoes, BG Linhem

mademoiselle Coco Mademoiselle, Chanel, 50 ml eau de parfum, The Bay

high noon The Kensington watch by Nixon, Spareparts

black label Black jacket, Hush,

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Legendary Ladies celeb style

Queen Rania If there is one influential woman to notice right now, it’s Queen Rania of Jordan, with her show-stopping good looks and powerful ideas. Queen Rania is aligned with countless movements, most notably global education. Whether she’s opening a museum, starting a scholarship program or attending a gala, Queen Rania is always impeccably dressed with a professional Middle-Eastern inspired glamour.

SUIT UP Camel-coloured leather jacket, The Bay FLORALS Ceramic floral dishes, five-piece set, Moulé

WRAP AROUND Gold bracelet, Aldo

FIRST LADY Linen white jacket, Hush

HATS OFF Floppy Hat, Aldo

PUcKeR UP Nars nail polish in Purple Rain, The Bay

bOWLeD OveR Wood bowl, ninepiece set, Moulé cUFFeD Silver cuff, Aldo

eSPADRILLe Leather sandals, Browns couture

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FED UP

Jaime’s lace socks, vintage; lace camisole, shout; kimono, songs for alice; polka dot scarf, out of the blue; ring, urban outfitters

Recipe by JAIME ZAPORZAN Photography by DENNIS SAPONG for Kliché Studios Hair and Makeup by AMy MCLAChLAN for Vamp Industries Styled by SUZy BODIROGA

Caramelized banana crepes with choco-bacon glaze and lemon cream The only burdensome aspect of a Sunday morning is deciding between a delectably sweet meal or whether to opt for a satisfyingly savoury fare. Well fret not, SANDBOX babes! Our summer crepe recipe doesn’t require making that bothersome decision.

Each light crepe embraces a filling of sweet caramelized bananas with a salty chocobacon hazelnut spread, finished with a light lemon-zest whipped cream and fresh mint garnish. Throw on some Adele, grab a paper and fresh pot of coffee, or cuddle up with a loved one and you’re guaranteed a perfect start to your day.

ingredients

crepes • 2 eggs • ½ cup milk • ½ cup water • 2 tbsp of melted butter • 1 fresh vanilla bean, halved and seeded • 1 cup flour • A pinch of salt

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directions

crepes 1 Whisk together the first five ingredients until well combined. Sift in flour and salt, ensuring a smooth batter with no clumps.

caramelized bananas • 3 medium-to-large bananas, chopped • 2 tbsp of brown sugar • 2 tbsp butter • 1 tbsp dark rum • 4 tbsp heavy cream

2 Lightly grease a non-stick, mediumsized frying pan over medium heat. Ladle on 1/3 cup of the batter and swivel the pan until batter evenly coats the bottom of the pan. After approximately two minutes, loosen the crepe with a spatula, carefully flip the crepe onto the other side, and cook for one more minute until both sides are evenly browned.

choco-bacon glaze • ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread • 6 strips of crispy bacon, crumbled

3 Repeat until all the batter is used.

Reserve crepes until ready to fill with bananas and choco-bacon glaze.

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caramelized bananas 1 Over medium-to-high heat, melt butter. Add in bananas and brown sugar.

Toss bananas until evenly coated in butter and sugar. Cook for approximately two minutes.

2 Remove from heat and add in the dark rum (optional). Place back on heat, add in heavy cream, and reduce for another two minutes, while stirring. Remove from heat and leave aside in a bowl. choco-bacon glaze 1 Microwave chocolate hazelnut spread for 30-45 seconds (just until it is slightly more spreadable). Stir in bacon bits.

assembly

Take one crepe and spread one side with choco-bacon glaze. Fill the centre of the crepe with caramelized bananas.

Fold one end up and roll until the crepe covers the bananas. Garnish with lemonzest whipped cream and fresh mint chiffonade. Repeat for other crepes.

fed up

Recipe by CHEF ROB THOMAS Photography by DENNIS SAPONG for Kliché Studios Chef Rob Thomas can be seen as the in-house chef on Breakfast Television and does private catering for special events.

Slicker than your average grilled cheese sandwich A good grilled cheese sandwich is welcome at anytime, but our recipe is great for a late-night snack. This is comfort food with a healthy twist using fresh arugula leaves, jalapeno Havarti and avocado.

Whip this recipe out for your dinner party and you’ll be sure to leave your guests licking their lips. And don’t worry, we won’t tell where you got it!

ingredients

grilled cheese • 4 slices of thick egg bread • 4 slices of jalapeno Havarti • 6 slices of bacon • Fresh arugula leaves • One Roma tomato, thinly-sliced • Avocado, thinly-sliced • Salt and pepper

directions

crepes 1 Brush one side of the egg bread slices with butter. Place one cheese slice on each un-buttered side.

2 On one side, arrange tomatoes on top of the cheese. On the other side, layer bacon slices, avocado slices, and arugula.

3 Heat a wide pan over medium-to-low heat. Place bread slices on pan, buttered sides down.

4 Once both sides are lightly browned and cheese is melted, gently close the sandwich, transfer to a cutting board, and slice.

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designer profile

above right the models backstage at the fall/winter 2011 debut leFt aND beloW looks from the spring/summer 2011 collection

CALLAHAYNES Words by VANESSA KUNDERMAN

the toronto designer redefines relaxed luxury with her latest collection of women’s wear

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If she hasn’t already started beeping on your radar, it’s time you start paying attention to Torontonian Calla Haynes. The textile and print designer has spent the last eight years in fashion capital, Paris, France, honing her skills and knocking off a couple prestigious awards in the process.

After working at Rochas and Nina Ricci with Olivier Theyskens, Haynes started her own line. Her standout water-colour-esque prints pull each of her collections to the front line. Aside from her lavish designs, the textiles she uses are noteworthy, having designed prints for Jeremy Laing and Erin Fetherston.

Her spring/summer collection is earthy and flattering, showing bustierinspired pieces along with flowing A-line cuts that pull away from the body and emphasize delicate, feminine figures. Nude cutouts dance across skirts and pants creating the illusion of long, lengthy gams. Hayne’s collection is based around the idea of “relaxed luxury,” a mindset that is easy to wrap your head around while looking at her refreshing designs.

Sprinkled with cool neutrals of blush, cream and light blue, one of Hayne’s standout pieces is the all black one-piece with a printed cutout down the length of the leg (see below). With a soft scoop neck and cap sleeves, the suit is flattering to more than one body type.

Above the knee dresses are scattered throughout the collection, some fitted and some flowing, each piece with an air of delicacy and mysteriousness.

For fall, we can look forward to deeper hues including burgundy and a water-washed cobalt print that makes its way into more than one of her designs.

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LINEKNITWEAR Words by SUZY BODIROGA

JOHN MUSCAT AND JENNIFER wELLS OF LINE KNITwEAR CREATE CLASSIC KNITS THAT LIVE THROUGH THE SEASONS

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A good knit does not go unnoticed. No, not the ill-fitted, I-forgot-how-itchy-youare, wool sweater you keep tucked away incase the family member who passed it on asks you what happened to it; but more so the silky, draping kind, that you can throw on and feel really good about.

These well-made knits are beginning to receive the credit they deserve. Manitobaborn designer Mark Fast has been glorified internationally for his sexy knit line; but the less advertised Line Knitwear, designed by Toronto duo John Muscat and Jennifer Wells, is equally as charming.

As their profile reads, “A timeless staple for any woman, Line exudes feminine class and luxury while identifying the need for comfort and ease.” Although some may consider the recent season’s favourable knits as trendy, Line presents pieces that are well-made, delicate, and easy-to-wear season-to-season.

Their spring/summer 2011 collection consists of slouchy cardigans, cropped sweaters, and delicate knee-length skirts in cognac, rust, terracotta and charcoal, among other flattering earth tones. Tapered trousers, knotted at the waist and macramé dresses that imitate the looks made possible by our mothers in the ‘90s make a comeback, looking smarter than ever; not to mention the crochet and perforated fabrics that make up shorts and vests when paired with bralettes and tanks.

As seen on the runway, these spring and summer knits are worn best with strappy, leather wristlets and heavy, wooden heels.

There’s something very organic and natural looking about Line’s pieces that emit a look both effortless and sexy, a combination quite difficult to achieve, but appreciated when done right. So, even for those days when the weather may not be treating you so cool, dressing for it may not be so bad.

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FAR LEFT AND BELOW LOOKS FROM THE MEN AND WOMEN SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTIONS LEFT LA PONCHE SUNGLASSES FROM THE ACCESSORIES COLLECTION IN THE SPRING/SUMMER 2011 LINE

SHAN

Words by VANESSA KUNDERMAN

SHAN SWIMWEAR MAKES SLIPPING INTO A SUIT ONE LESS THING TO WORRY ABOUT THIS SUMMER

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Each one of us frets when the summer months creep up, forcing us to acknowledge that we may have nibbled a few too many baguettes and cheese in the cooler months.

But, sometimes, all we really need is a good swimsuit to make us feel confident about permanently showing off our legs for a few hot months.

Created by Chantal Levesque circa 1985, SHAN is dedicated to showing off both men and women’s best assets with couture swimwear and top of the line accessories.

Above chic style and innovative designs, SHAN is dedicated to the quality of their bathing suits, guaranteeing that each suit is hand-sewn by trained SHAN seamstresses.

Made with Italian fabrics, each suit takes a modern twist on traditional, old Hollywood glamour styles.

The collection has a retro feel - think Rita Hayworth and Betty Grable, mixed with Jennifer Aniston and Scarlett Johansson. Each piece is boldly printed with pops of colour and interesting cuts. The women’s pieces offer great coverage for gals a bit heftier in their chests, catering to women with cup sizes including D, E, and F, and suit sizes up to 16.

For women with smaller breast sizes, SHAN designs include ruching across the chest to enhance a softer décolletage, and create roundness in an otherwise flat chest.

The 2011 spring/summer collection provides women with full coverage on their breasts with no threats of spills or nipslips. A common trend on the runway was a halter-style bikini and one-piece suit, providing good support for the girls. Paired with classic and gorgeouslyframed sunglasses, the SHAN look is hard to ignore.

The men’s line is equally as glamorous as the women’s, however it is a bit more athletic in appearance - perfect for active men. SHAN also designs men’s undergarments such as briefs, boxer briefs and under shirts.

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designer profile FAR LEFT AND BELOW LOOKS FROM THE SPRING/SUMMER 2011 COLLECTION LEFT DRAPING FABRICS FROM THE DUY SPRING/SUMMER 2011 COLLECTION

DUY

Words by SUZY BODIROGA

WE’RE GOING GAGA FOR DUY’S SPRING/SUMMER 2011 COLLECTION - DUY ME?

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There’s something incredibly handsome about a well-tailored suit. Whether it be for a man or a woman, a good suit breeds charm. That being said, when we laid eyes on the powder-puff pink power suit in DUY’s spring/summer 2011 collection, we nearly hit the floor. And it wasn’t just the suit that did it for us. The entire line is incredibly striking; a collection of statement pieces with a classic feel. A tribute to the chic-dressing and refined tastes of the ‘40s, DUY’s line was inspired by the movie The English Patient.

Structured blazers, pencil skirts, bermuda shorts and crisp blouses make up some of the looks more suitable for day; slinky gowns, more appropriate for evening, boast daring bust lines, made romantic by draping sheer fabrics. One of our favourite pieces was a floor length, canary yellow kimono-style dress, with a gorgeous Marilyn Monroe-esque hemline. A dark, bold shoulder button-down, paired with cropped metallic tuxedo pants is androgynous and sexy. The entire colour palette is a blend of creamy neutrals, dramatic black, camel, butter yellow, pepto-pink, baby blue and a dash of chrome. Lady-like proportions and fancy frills create a look that is girly, yet mature. Feathers were a popular accent, trimming waists of dresses and collars, adding an element of playfulness. One dress is particularly stunning: a voluminous, floor length white gown with a daring but tasteful slit, gathered at the waist with a sort of feathered tutu, and topped with bold shoulders that mimic fancy napkin folding. A few pieces may be for the more audacious, but nothing is too over the top: the look is trendy, but wearable.

The Montreal-based label takes pride in an aesthetic that is “simple, but well thought.” Beautiful womenswear with the crisp tailoring of menswear makes DUY trendy but practical.

WAnT TO SnAg A PERSOnALIzEd PERFUME? HERE’S WHAT yOU cAn ExPEcT WHEn yOU vISIT LA PARFUMERIE:

1 The perfumer, Michael

O’Malley, may ask to smell you and during your first interactions he will try to gather what sort of scents please you.

2 If you need some help

la parfumerie Words by BRENLEE COATES Photography by LISA VARGA Red wine, cheap perfume, and a filthy pout. Sometimes all of these wonderful things can be found together in one place, other than a Lady Gaga lyric.

La Parfumerie, a shop in Winnipeg’s Wolseley neighborhood, is a one-stop shop for natural perfumes, mists, and lip balms - and one of its natural scents is merlot.

It is also a lab for the owner, Michael O’Malley, to create his natural scents and even conjure some up with clients one-on-one.

Of course a perfume has to smell good, but O’Malley wants to bring scents back to their origins - when perfumes were aromatherapeutic, as well as a healing art form. “Beautiful art is healing, in a sense. That’s what perfume does, it heals the spirit,” he says.

O’Malley also offers a $100 custom perfume service to help cater to each person’s natural odors. “Your personal smell ends up being the most important ingredient,” he explains. He even asks to smell those willing before he makes his first attempt at a personal perfume.

Though the term “perfume” usually evokes the image of well-marketed

synthetic scents made with alcohol, the term enjoyed a longer history with aromatherapeutic, natural smells.

“Virtually all perfumes up until 150 years ago were made with natural oils,” says O’Malley.

In the 19th century, however, chemicals came into play and allowed perfumers to concoct the same thing over and over, easing mass production.

With the lasting popularity of Chanel No. 5, natural perfumes were mostly obsolete.

But now, with the rise of natural and organic products, natural perfumes are enjoying a niche and are often less abrasive for those who may have workplace restrictions or worry about imposing smells on others.

deciphering what kind of scents you like, you may be presented the Essence Menu, which has a list of the approximately 250 oils La Parfumerie carries, divided into helpful sections like Floral, Earthy, Fruity, etc.

3 At this point, O’Malley may start playing with ingredients while asking you to smell them and/or asking your preference between two scents. He may also test his first attempt on your arm or wrist to see how it reacts with your natural smell.

4 The exacting of your preferences will continue, and will work in collaboration with his knowledge and intuition about scents, to produce a total of three or four different scents that you can choose from. They could be simple in structure with just a few ingredients or run up to as much as 20.

Visit nothingperfume.com for more information, or check it out for yourself in person at 145 Evanson Street in Wolseley.

SCRATCH N’ SNIFF TWO OF LA PARFUMERIE’S TOP SELLERS

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nail trends

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TOp FIVe NAIL TReNdS TO TRy THIS SUMMeR 1 TIe-dye Fill a styrofoam cup 3/4 full of distilled water. Using four different nail polish colours, dip one drop of colour at a time into the water. Do this until the cup fills with a target-like ring of colours expanding about an inch in width. Use a toothpick and drag through your bull’s-eye of colours to create a swirl of colours. Take your finger and dip it into the mixture with your nail facing down. Using a cotton swab, wrap the remaining nail polish in the cup around your nail. After pulling the nail out, take a toothpick and clean up the excess nail polish using nail polish remover.

Nails by MEAGAN PERRON Photo by KATY WINTERFLOOD Hand Model ANGELA CHELLENBERG

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2 NeW FReNCH Paint your nail with a nail polish colour of your choice, we like Koalaberry by OPI. Apply two to three coats and let dry. For the gold tip, we used Sally Hansen nail polish stickers. Apply the sticker to the end of the finger, then file your nail to remove the extra length. Paint a topcoat to make your manicure extra durable.

3 SHeLLAC Shellac is a professional salon service. See your local nail salon for details and pricing on this type of manicure. Shellac gives you a gel-like effect without damaging your nail bed the way acrylic does. And the best part is that it lasts up to four-to-six weeks.

4 ReVeRSe MOON Paint your nails with a white nail polish and let it dry fully. Using Sally Hansen French strips, place a single strip near your cuticle bed, accentuating the moon on your nail. Above the strip, paint the nail black and let it dry. An alternative method is to use a nail marker and colour the nail black.

5 STICKy BUSINeSS Apply a base coat to your nail and let it dry. Apply Sally Hansen nail sticker effects in the print of your choice and rub it onto the nail. File the nail to remove the remaining sticker and apply a topcoat for extra durability.

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CANDYLAND Candy bustier, Niki Trosky and Melissa Trainor of Triple Threat; tutu, Ragpickers; socks, stylist’s own; brogues, Vans, Urban Bakery; tophat, stylist’s own; gloves, stylists own

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JENNA RAE IS BEAUTIFUL, TALENTED AND SHE BAKES ONE HELL OF A CAKE Words by KRISTY HOFFMAN Photography by KATY WINTeRFlOOd Hair by ROgeR MedINA for Berns & Black Makeup by JeSSIcA KMIec Styled by NIKI TROSKY and MelISSA TRAINOR

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CAKE BOSS PASTRY CHEF JENNA RAE IS SUGAR, SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE

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She has the immediate attention of the room as she walks past tables littered with an array of Starbucks beverages. At 23-years-old, Jenna Rae is a domestic goddess in her own right, with a focus on a sweetness entirely unique from that of her very own manner.

“I began making cakes at the end of November, although I have been baking my entire life,” she says bringing a coffee cup now smudged by Thulian pink gloss to her lips and back again.

She displays a collection of photographs, some of which capture handiwork in the form of cupcakes adorned by grizzly bears and honeybees or birthday cakes inspired by Chanel handbags, bearing details that rival the demands of Lagerfeld himself. There is even an iced peacock cake – feathered tail and all.

“I am completely self-taught,” she explains.

“I always made cakes for my friends but just little – nothing fancy. I was watching Cake Boss one day and I thought to myself, ‘I could do that’… so I bought some supplies.”

Noting that in the business of cake decorating, patience truly is a virtue, she explains that each cake has a prepration time of anywhere between eight and 15 hours.

“Patience is huge. My parents always said I was a more patient child so that works to my advantage. Attention to detail is also very important, as is dexterity.”

Now averaging five cakes per week, Jenna Rae Cakes has created over 80 cakes since November - many of them her own custom creations.

“I have an eye for what colors go together… not everybody has that,” she says, grinning, as

her eyes look to the floor. “But don’t say that! [People] will think I am mean!”

Somewhere between the flour and the fondant, she still leaves time in her schedule for both university and part-time work, which, for her, presents itself in the form of a serving position at Moxie’s Classic Grill.

“I was originally going to become a dentist,” she reveals. “I have one class left before I complete a major in psychology and a minor in chemistry at the University of Manitoba.”

A rather obvious gap existing between creating cavities and filling them, I ask about what changed her mind. “I fell in love with this,” she says, with a tone of absolute sincerity. “It has taken over my life and it is all I do. I have my website and my entire business. I am going to pursue it all the way.”

Over the next minute or so, I am made to feel as though I am being let in on an incredible secret as she tells me of her intention to begin what is to become a local business.

“I want to open a bakery in Winnipeg and have it somewhere around Osborne Village,” she explains. “People will walk in and out, get cupcakes or cake pops and the focus will be custom-made cakes, wedding cakes… stuff like that.”

It’s obvious that it’s a recipe calling for ingredients of peculiar expertise, kind nature, and an appetite, so to speak, for something more, that makes Jenna Rae a force to be reckoned with.

The recipe of a girl made of more than sugar and spice and everything nice.

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I fell in love with this. It has taken over my life and it is all I do

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BONNAROO Words by MARGAUX TOMAC Illustration by HANNAH DEMPSEY Starving for a dose of hot southern sun, we drove down the I-40 towards Manchester, Tennessee, sealing our fate for a weekend of free-spirited festivity. Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival 2009 was on the horizon, and we were pulsing with anticipation.

Our convoy traveled from the mundane prairies for a week of hippie freedom equipped with tent supplies, costumes, and iPods stacked with tracks from our favourite Bonnaroo artists. Although the 2009 headliners, including Beastie Boys and Bruce Springsteen, were weighing heavily on my mind, it was some new favourite acts like Alberta Cross and William Elliott Whitmore that really added to my excitement.

With the hot summer breeze rolling onto my cheeks, we pulled onto a country road occupied by homeowners standing on their porches and waving to us as we drove by - a foreshadowing of the welcome we’d receive into the ‘Roo paradise. In front of us laid 700 acres of farmland, now occupied by its new residents, scurrying to lay down their fabric homes.

As a music fanatic, I have survived festivals from Coachella to the Winnipeg Folk Festival, and while each of these music festivals are unique in their own right, Bonnaroo, for me, exceeded them all. Roo’s eclectic mish mash of people, music and scenes attracts a broad spectrum of people from all over the world to explore and absorb every genre of music.

The Bonnaroo playground is a sensory overload. Numerous stages and tents, a Ferris wheel, cinema, and a silent disco had me fearing to blink in case I might miss something. A giant mushroom cap cooled concertgoers off as it spewed out recycled water. The smell of Louisiana barbecue overwhelmed passers-by while walking through the array of food carts with flavours that span the globe. Despite all the options, I turned to the freshly made samosas, which became my staple.

For four days, I was hit with dust, heat, torrential downpours, and porta-potties that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. And while standing in +35 degree weather may sound torturous to

some, these conditions are what Bonnaroo troupes battle through to enjoy some of the greatest bands of our time.

After watching epic acts like the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Girl Talk, and Bruce Springsteen, we escaped the sweltering heat for William Elliott Whitmore’s set in a shaded tent, where people scattered about to watch the one man show pull out his banjo and pluck his first note. I had been listening to his record, Animals in the Dark, for months prior, and was dying to hear his rich baritone voice in the flesh. To my astonishment, his first words were to invite members of the audience to sit on the stage as he played. I managed to get a spot directly next to him. Cross-legged, I watched a true musical talent share his vision on politics and simplicity. To this day, that was one of the most raw and intimate shows I have ever experienced.

Eventually, Bonnaroo 2009 came to an end. With bronzed bodies and battered feet, we had survived yet another music festival and it had been the best one yet.

Over the weekend I had been lost in a rain storm, jammed out to “Born to Run” by “The Boss” himself, and even watched the MGMT show with the lead singer of Alberta Cross as he filled me in on recording his album at Dave Matthew’s crib.

Yes, our surreal weekend ABOVE THE in Tennessee had to come to WRITER WITH a close, but not before Snoop FRIENDS LEFT BONNAROODogg encouraged us to “smoke GOERS weed everyday,” as a crowd, ENJOYING THE who had just been swaying FESTIVITIES to Merle Haggard, bounced together in a smoky haze.

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lollapalooza Words by VANESSA KUNDERMAN Illustration by HANNAH DEMPSEY Music festivals are giant monkey pens that hypnotize and wheel in tribes of primates with their intoxicating reverb. I am one of these poop-flinging baboons who gravitate to outdoor music like a moth to a flame.

Let me paint the scene for you: Chicago, summer 2010. The hot August weather swirled between the stages while Lake Michigan acted as a backdrop to Dragonette’s Martina Sorbara purring from the BMI stage; barefoot stomping friends in the roaring crowds lit their lighters as the New Pornographers cooed into hidden microphones; and Lady Gaga played the piano with her ten-inch stilettos while hanging upside down.

It took my friends and I awhile to settle into “Hammock Haven,” a designated hammock area that took over a few intersecting streets on the Lollapalooza grounds. One of my girlfriend’s and I decided to paint phrases onto our bodies with the mysterious cans of paint we found. She ended up with a Bowie-inspired lightning bolt across her face and me with “Radio Gaga” painted in purple down my thigh and calf - my ode to Freddie Mercury and Miss Stefani Germanotta herself. I even had a recycling afternoon with another friend where we collected cans for a small period of time all in hopes to each get a free T-shirt.

There were two distinct types of people at the festival. Yes, I am dividing the 100,000+ festival attendees into only two groups: the Lady Gaga group and The Strokes group. Both headliners played on the same night, at the same time, and Lolla-goers were left to decide whom to stand and watch. Of course, the shows were at opposite ends of the park, so catching both was out of the question.

If I’m making this out to be a problem, I don’t mean to. I obviously went to see Lady Gaga. I always wonder who the people were that went to see The Strokes. Gaga had a statue of Jesus that sprayed blood. Oh, and 80,000 other people waiting for her to get on stage. Somehow, my painted amigo and I managed to meander to the front of the ridiculous crowd, allowing us to have incredible closeness to Gaga.

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Yes, her show was a spectacle, just as I imagined it would be.

She also took great pride in mentioning that she had played on the much smaller BMI stage only three years prior. The crowds and reviewers mocked her for her “drunken-sounding pop music” and even went as far as to throw things on the stage at her. “Look at me now!” she wailed over and over at us as we watched her have endless costume changes and even perform a staged rape by the Fame Monster. “Dad - look at me now! I’m a fucking star!”

I admit, there were times when I thought things were getting a little ridiculous, but it was clear that I was witnessing something profound, something that would definitely go down in music history. And despite Lady Gaga’s outlandish performance, there was no shortage of affirmations and praise for those who marched to the beat of their own drum.

The show felt somewhat like a motivational movement. It left me on such a high that the pals and I ended up walking barefoot up the Magnificent Mile as rows of ongoing traffic whizzed passed us. I don’t completely remember, but I think drag queens ran naked in the streets and my friends and I sang “Bad Romance” until our voices sounded like squealing chimpanzees.

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For most of the last decade I’ve been an enthused member of the horde that descends on an otherwise serene prairie park for the Winnipeg Folk Festival to dance, camp, feast and discover art that would normally fly by.

But this year, I was surprised when I found out I couldn’t get the time off work, despite having snagged the much sought after tickets early on. Oddly enough, I found myself more relieved than disappointed, and it’s likely because as far as vacations go, the Folk Fest is extremely tiring. The experience is bookended with hauling four to five days worth of camping and survival gear by foot, sometimes with more than a kilometre between your parking space and your campsite.

Your body doesn’t get to recover because you walk everywhere - back and forth from the actual festival site to the campground several times a day, with the occasional all night dance party thrown into the mix.

You also leave with your mind lit afire with joyful visions of eclectic characters marching in glow-stick armor, the collective (and occasionally irregular) heartbeat expressed by hand drum touting folkies, and usually more than a few great conversations to mull over.

The success of the experience, however, is also heavily dependent on a wholly uncontrollable factor: the weather. The unpredictable force can leave you with great memories and a sun’s kiss to wear into the fall. Or, you can be left with a pile of broken support poles and ripped fabric in the spot where you erected a brand new, $300, family-sized tent just two hours earlier - similar to the near Folk-opalypse of 2008.

It started when a terrible wind storm set in during the early hours of Saturday. Tents collapsed left and right, sending their folky inhabitants scattering toward the city and solid ground (Bird’s Hill Park has sandy grass land which makes putting tent pegs in a breeze, but also takes only a breeze to yank them out).

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After waking up in the early morning to the roof of my own tent violently whipping me in the face, my friend and I decided to leave. We returned in the afternoon to find the circle of nine or so tents we belonged to had disappeared, except for mine.

My friend and I crawled in and shivered through a nap with wet socks. I woke up in late afternoon determined to enjoy myself, which is about when we decided to side-step our way to a different plane of consciousness, where the storm couldn’t touch us.

Within the hour we were marching, bodies bent forward, laughing, directly into the face of the wind and the sleet it carried. We danced with a tiny crowd at a make-shift main stage because the actual one had been shut down. We tracked down friends who had earlier abandoned their tents to sleep in their cars, and packed the group in to a large camping van where we giggled maniacally for hours at nothing but the sound of our own laughter. When we emerged at 4:00 a.m., the storm had died.

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Melanie Rocan exposes the fragility of human beings, particulary the female conciousness, in her recent collection of work portraying the melding of women and nature. Each painting carries a sense of beautiful foreboding complete with heavy dollops and a smattering of pastels.

In her painting, “La Plus Grande Femme au Monde,” the tall woman in the photo is debilitated by debris and hidden objects which Rocan reveals explores her personal battles on the lower half of her body with her reproductive system.

“The lower body of the figures are invaded by objects that should not be part of them,” says Rocan.

Her paintings make you look twice and even cause your gaze to linger. The longer time spent in front of one of Rocan’s paintings, the more things you start to see within them; a house, other people, towers make up La Plus Grand Femme’s dress.

Painting was the only option for the Franco-Manitoban who finds much inspiration in the humble prairies from which she hails. It’s easy to see the environmental influence in her work each painting seemingly awash in florals and foliage.

After studying in Manitoba and then for a time in Montreal, Rocan has had her work displayed in a variety of galleries and institutes. Her work will be part of a group exhibition in Paris this summer and will then meander back to the prairies.

Her “figurative abstraction combined with representational elements” displays a vulnerability that is so captivating, it is easy to envision yourself in the painting.

Rocan’s work can be found at the Paul Petro Contemporary Art gallery in Toronto, LES Gallery (lower east side) in Vancouver, and La Galerie KEZA, in Paris, France. VANESSA KUNDERMAN

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Friends need to know when you’re arriving? Send them a ‘Glympse’ of your whereabouts with the free Glympse app. Share your exact location with them in real time via their phone number or email address.

This app has a number of applications and could prove invaluable. aBOVE ORANGE DAY LEFt SUMMER IN THE VILLAGE Far rIGHt PRAIRIE GIRL

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Beginning her career as a children’s book illustrator, artist Elena El still uses the same bright, bold, and cheery influences as she did during her years as a young designer.

Making her way to Winnipeg in 2006, El speaks four languages fluently thanks to her different homes throughout the world.

El’s paintings show the world through her own eyes while keeping a youthful, innocent approach to her visuals and technique. She uses a careful simplicity with her work, emphasizing the world she sees

with fairytale-like beauty. El’s desire for a strong sense of place is shown through her art, despite her two immigrations, world travels and marriage to an artist with an equal amount of culture.

El’s paintings make the viewer want to stop, look and listen. It acts as the button that needs to be pressed in order to turn off the TV and computer, and to look surroundings in the face and tell them that they are striking. El’s creations don’t only make for conversation starters hung on your wall; they force you to stop and really look at the place you live in.

Elena El’s paintings are available online at artelstudio.com or at Artel Studio in the cre8ery gallery, 125 Adelaide Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba. She also participates in Winnipeg art festivals and art exhibitions.

A list of conventions is available through her website. VaNEssa KUNDErMaN

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If you weren’t convinced of Winnipeg’s pseudo-official spot as the artistic capital of Canada, let the Paris exhibit that sprung up by the name of “My Winnipeg” be the deal-sealer. La maison rouge was inspired by the way our cold winters and relatively good housing market allow artists to get together in great studio spaces and create. They marveled over the way our local artists gain international recognition but are always locally-renowned first. For more information on the exhibit, visit www.lamaisonrouge.org. BrENLEE COatEs

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If it’s raining outside feel free to stay indoors with your significant other and iKamasutra.This app has progress tracking functionality to track the exact moment you become a sex master. With challenges, pictures, descriptions and a desire meter, this app remains entertaining long after the 45 seconds of passion are over.

Beware sex injuries, they’re the worst.

Camera+ can be found on the top 25 for good reason - it will completely replace the native camera app. Camera+ features touch exposure and focus, stabilizer, 6X digital zoom, digital effects and post production options.

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STEVIE NICKS – In Your Dreams

This veteran vocalist can still pump out the hits. Her latest solo album In Your Dreams showcases her ageless voice while maintaining her notorious gypsy-esque vibe. The track “Secret Love” is a tried and true Stevie creation, while “Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream)” is a song Stevie wrote after falling in love with the Twilight Saga and its fictional characters. The song’s eerie piano intro is reminiscent of Edward’s song to Bella. “Wild Sargasso Sea” sounds like the good ol’ days before Stevie and Lindsey had their infamous disputes. The song tells of a love story between a man and woman who can’t seem to get along, so all they do together is make love. Hmm, could it be a bit of an autobiographical song, Stevie? We think so.

PRISCILLA AHN – When You Grow Up Spiders and lizards are tying my shoes, off the track “City Lights” is just one quirky line from the whimsical sophomore album by Priscilla Ahn. When You Grow Up is filled with airy vocals, tender instrumentals and clever lyrics that are sure to get Ahn more press than her Jay Leno appearance. The virtuoso keeps vocals simple on this album, making for an easy-listening record which is perfect for summer.

THE ANTLERS – Burst Apart French Kiss record, Burst Apart is the fourth full-length album by alternative group, The Antlers. The vocals by Peter Silberman are thoughtful and daintily high. His true vocal strength is displayed on only a handful of songs, including “Every Night My Teeth Are Falling Out.” Not to be outdone, members Michael Lerner (percussion, drums) and Darci Cicci (keys, trumpet, banjo) show off talents equally on each track throughout this hypnotizing album.

One of the hottest comediennes of this minute follows up her string of hit books with one of her funniest and most sharp-witted yet, Lies That Chelsea Handler Told Me. Don’t let the fact that it’s Chelsea Handler’s circle of friends who penned this book discourage you; the result is still the same laugh-out-loud, mischievous humour that make Handler’s books so enjoyable.

The best part is, the writers also take the time to reveal why they put up with Handler’s pranks, including peeing on them or hacking their emails and soliciting dates for them with their same-sex executives. Each one hints at how loyal, generous and people-oriented Handler is. It might be the most revealing look into her personality and psyche yet. Plus, Handler makes sure to get the last word in each chapter, sinking her teeth in and once again getting the last laugh.

Bottom line: If her last book Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang book didn’t make your cheeks hurt, this book should. BRENLEE COATES Still got royal fever? Then pick up Sarah Miller’s second novel, The Lost Crown, which follows the Romanov sisters, Grand Duchesses and daughters of the last Russian Tsar.

The story is told in distinct rotating viewpoints from the four sisters - Olga, Tatiana, Maria, and perhaps the most famous, Anastasia - as they comeof-age amidst political turmoil and an uncertain future. It’s a book that channels heartwarming classics on family relationships, like Little Women or Pride and Prejudice, mixing equal parts of hope for the future with the heartbreaking realities of the Russian Revolution. That’s not to say there isn’t plenty of entertainment and sweet moments of sisterhood - it’s an immensely readable page-turner, regardless of the inevitable outcome for the family.

The most interesting part? How much this portrayal of the Romanov family will surprise you with their humanity, much as they surprise the disloyal subjects they interact with throughout the book.

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LOVE My definition of luxury is being able to do whatever I want, whenever I want to. I adore having no direction. I love to hit an open road alone. With the wind as my only partner, my life is a breeze.

But since I can remember I had always reserved India for a lover. I don’t know where this idea came from. I definitely wasn’t afraid. My travels as a single female have taught me to distinguish the difference between fear and danger. Pushing through my fear and avoiding danger has carried me to some epic corners of existence. So why was India any different?

Somehow, India was a place I connected with romance. When my imagination would wander along the Arabian Sea I was always accompanied by a lover. I was attached to the idea of sharing this experience with another. I held on to this notion as though it were reality, until one evening when a new realization dawned on me. I would explore India, and I would embrace the idea of doing it alone. Three months later, I landed in Mumbai.

While many Westerners travel to India to find themselves, I was hoping to get lost.

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JUICY ARABIAN MEN AND HOT ROMANCES ARE NO MATCH FOR ONE GREAT— AND NAMELESS - LOVE Words by NIKI TROSKY

sand by the Arabian Sea, I wondered if the ghost of the lover I had never found would haunt me. I sat quietly for a long time. I welcomed any sadness or disappointment to wash through me. Instead, I received a very clear message from the centre of my being; you want for nothing Niki.

My heart instantly inflated with a new definition of love. I had made it to India alone and I had been rewarded with a new understanding. It was a deep realization that I no longer needed to look for anything. My only job was to relax and let life steer.

Like a synchronistic stopwatch, the minute I wanted nothing, the universe showered me with everything. While my imagination had envisioned romance, it could not have dreamt about the beauty and the magic that unfolded. My journey through India was laced with delicious lovers. I was gifted with a series of sizzling hot romances with beautiful men. I had a partner almost every step of the way. I was spoiled with touch. I was drowning in possibilities. It was raining men –– hallelujah!

I found myself gorging on romance.

I held hands over dinner. I made love at sunset. I danced under the stars and skinny dipped beneath the light of a full moon. I devoured pomelos on the rocks.

I was massaged into oblivion. I sped on the backs of motorbikes with my arms wrapped around solid muscles. I cuddled in hammocks. I was escorted to villas for Kings. I whispered secrets with a sultan. I got lost in the light of bamboo beach nests.

I shared silence at sunrise.

These juicy experiences reminded me what it’s like to be a woman, but I had already been romanced into a new reality.

I no longer needed a fairy tale ending; I no longer needed anything. I had found the peace that asks for nothing. I had made it to India all on my own. I had journeyed without a lover and my greatest reward was a love that has no name, no beginning and no end in sight.

Niki follows her whims around the world and she believes the secret to the portal is gratitude. She loves life, walking barefoot on pancakes and the act of doing nothing. Visit lovelifeproductions.ca for more on Niki.

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The “Professional” friend SOME GUYS GET SHAFTED IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE

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Words by RICH THOMAS Far be it from me to desecrate the values of strong platonic relationships, but I do feel somewhat of a duty to reveal the social phenomenon of the “Professional Friend” and the problems that associate with it.

Chances are you know a couple of them. Typically, they are well dressed, decent looking, heterosexual guys who are often well spoken and reasonably popular in connected social circles.

They are usually successful to some degree, as far as finances go, and, for the most part, really nice guys. They have great interaction with women, usually surround themselves with several hot females on a regular basis, and always have some arm candy with them when it matters.

So what’s the problem?

Well, despite the outward appearance of this supposed “ladies man”, this guy doesn’t get any play from his stunning entourage of hot women. He is the “Professional Friend,” the boyfriend without the sex. He buys drinks, hangs up coats, makes reservations and various other assumed boyfriend duties, but no sex.

It doesn’t have to be like this. It

probably never started out like this. But it sure has ended up like this. The PF in question has most likely attempted linking up with one or multiple members of his female entourage at some point. He either didn’t have the balls to make a move, or took too long and ended up in the friend zone. He got branded as the “nice” guy.

Don’t get me wrong; there is nothing wrong with being a nice guy. In fact, I think the world needs more of them, and building strong platonic relationships is a great thing. But you have plenty of friends already, how many more do you really need? When you see yourself falling into the friend zone, drop whatever you have in your hands, and make a run for it.

Truth be told, all meaningful friendships aside, they really don’t need him. Hot women get attention wherever they go, and are rarely shy to exploit the perks of being overly attractive. But women love having a male friend to help decode other guys, and love having a guy that they can talk to without getting hit on. But what’s in it for him?

He definitely gets more indirect

attention, never has to wait in line and becomes somewhat known for rolling with hot women. On the surface, a lot of guys envy this, but only because they have no idea that he is a PF. Although the PF may believe these friendships are working to his advantage, they are definitely not. This lopsided relationship allows women to get their flirt on, meet guys, and enjoy being single. Meanwhile, the PF feels guilty even checking out other women, lacks the courage to get his mack on, and is expected to give assists so other guys get digits and leave with the grand prize.

There is no equal distribution of wingman duties. Attractive women are like a tractor beam of attention for both sexes. When you’re with them, guys want to be you and women want to be with you. *Who is being referred to here? The woman or the man? If the man, leave as is; if the woman, it needs to be reversed. So couldn’t the entourage help the PF out every once in awhile?

But they won’t. And I’ll tell you why: it’s all about attention - the more attention on the PF, the less on them.

True story. Now I’m not saying don’t keep hot women as friends, but if your friendship is truly a two-way street, there should be traffic coming from both directions.

So heed my warning and listen to my exhortation. Ladies love them, guys envy them, but, trust me, the “Professional Friend” never wins.

Self-proclaimed “Love Ninja,” Rich Thomas writes about love and life from a Mars vs Venus perspective.

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D N U O S E TH We cranked up our favourite department for summer, featuring some of the hottest bands born in the prairies. Check out these five up-and-coming crooners in pop, hip hip, country, rock, hard rock and folk genres. Turn the page for five music essentials from lead singer Rosie Blais of Enjoy Your Pumas.

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ROSIE’S TOP 5 ESSENTIALS APPLES i eat apples when i perform, but they’ve got to be peeled.

MACKBOOK my laptop’s name is pt (pretty thing). we’re all mac lovers the whole band.

FEATHER DUVET i just get all wrapped up in it.

SAN HELZER MIC it picks up the lower tones. my voice is a bit higher and i work at the low notes.

TAP WATER i think that the water stigma over tap water is so overrated when it’s perfectly good. i hate plastic.

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frontwoman rosie blais and the boys of enjoy your pumas discuss their transition from basement dwelling musicians to touring rockers Words by ethan cabel Photography by clayton winter “I’ve always had these seasonal depressions,” says Rosie Blais, the 20-year-old lead vocalist for local indie-pop band, Enjoy Your Pumas.

Although her delicate vocals and introspective lyrics act as the foundation of her band, Blais visibly struggles to articulate a process that began with bouts of depression and anxiety attacks

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before culminating in a musical exploration of her troubled past.

“I never really thought much of it and becoming an adult and finally facing those things, I guess I started realizing . . . that it was coming from deeper within,” she says.

Blais, whose parents had separated before her birth, was the only one of five siblings who had never lived with her father,

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depriving her of a crucial paternal figure. “Not having that relationship was affecting my relationships with my friends, my partner, everyone,” she says.

Engulfed in the melancholy of at least two Winnipeg winters, Blais sat in her bedroom writing lyrics that increasingly confronted these deep-seated issues. The result? Commonality, the band’s second and most recent album, which is meant to convey, in the coded language of music, the very personal struggle of a young woman entering adulthood.

Even in the band’s recent music video, for the surreal “He Was A Fly,” the adult lyrics are juxtaposed by beautiful scenes

at Blais’s childhood cabin in Albert Beach, Manitoba.

“I’ve always used music as a tool to communicate but also to get through things . . . and it’s definitely been therapeutic,” she says, sitting with her band mates in a crowded downtown pub as they fiddle with their smart phones.

“It’s funny because most of these guys... most of them don’t even know half of this stuff.”

Joshua Benoit, a guitarist, videographer and (along with Blais) the oldest member of the band, looks up briefly.

“We know,” he says.

Although hitting a more emotional chord, those two words vividly summarize Enjoy Your Pumas; a band that, like its lead singer, has emerged from hardship.

What began as a folksy, experimental bedroom project between a 17-year-old Blais and Benoit quickly evolved into a full-scale band when bassist Marc Gomez, guitarist Ian Jeffrey, and drummer Rob Stansel jumped on board in 2007.

“I don’t know how many bands die in the basement or die in the jam space but it was like, well, we might as well press on,” says Benoit of recording the band’s first album, Ink: the EP, just two months after its formation.

“I didn’t feel like we had anything to lose,” Blais adds.

In relatively short order, however, Enjoy Your Pumas lost its drummer when Stansel left in 2007 to work as a historian.

Although the four remaining members continued to play for nearly two years without a drummer, they finally replaced Stansel with the university-trained jazz musician and computer technician Luke Janzen in 2010.

Ian Jeffrey departed soon after recording Commonality and Zach Allard, a jazz guitarist and recording engineer, filled the void.

“Everybody is present in the forging of the songs as well as the perfecting of them,” Allard says of the changes. “The less strong parts get pruned off and discarded and it’s just the core of what everyone has thrown into it that remains.”

“When you’re a musician you follow the same set of tricks and when you bring in someone new, they have their own set of tricks,” adds Gomez, also the band’s graphic designer, of the line-up changes.

“You learn to adapt and you learn to grow.”

That period of growth is far from over for Enjoy Your Pumas or Blais, who describes the last year as a time of “healing.”

While each member has contributed to the quintet’s unique sound, they now plan to simply “get the hell out of Winnipeg” by finally touring outside the city. That process started with a ten-day jaunt through eastern Canada in late June “You can’t come home if you’ve never left,” says Benoit.

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THE HAPPY UNFORTUNATE Winnipeg’s oWn The happy UnforTUnaTe speaks hip-hop, Tragedies and hoW To find happiness.

Words by SCOTT THOMAS Photography by CLAYTON WINTER

If you study the tapes of hip-hop legends Pete Rock and So Smooth, The Pharcyde and A Tribe Called Quest, you will get an appreciation for what hip-hop really is. If you then dig through your parents’ crates of records to search for samples from the likes of Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin, you will begin to have an understanding for who The Happy Unfortunate truly are.

The main goal of the Winnipeg hip-hop duo is simple, “Always pay respect to the past, know the foundation and define a new generation,” says 17-year-old producer, Daniel “DJ Envoy” Caneda.

The engineer for the group focused his energy on remaining behind the scenes, and found a unique interest in creating a song that was always something more than your average hip-hop track.

Whether he is at home in his studio borrowing samples from the ‘70s to try to create their next track, or stepping out from behind the DJ booth to showcase his lyrical skills, it seems to all come quite easily for the Tech Voc High School student.

“Once I hear a song I like, I engineer it in my head and create it,” says Caneda.

His partner in crime, Malcolm-Jamal Wilson is the main voice behind The Happy Unfortunate. The 21-year-old began to freestyle his thoughts verbally in his teens. After meeting Caneda at a young age, it did not take long for the two to realize that music was their medium.

“It’s like therapy . . . I have to study it daily,” says Wilson. “I freestyle everyday –sometimes for hours, sometimes for less, and mostly while I’m driving.”

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they recognized the importance of music. Shortly after both of their fathers died, they needed a vice to help console the pain. That vice was hip-hop.

“It was a very crucial time for us. If we rap about nothing important, it means nothing,” admits Wilson. “If it wasn’t for the unfortunate events, we don’t know where we would be.”

The group found happiness from the unfortunate, and since 2007, Wilson and Caneda have put out two EPs, a mixed tape, and performed at least 20 shows in Winnipeg.

Recognizing the importance of blogging and remaining interactive with their fans, Wilson set the group up on the popular social blogging site Tumblr, and since then they’ve had success in different parts of the world.

“It’s crazy when you mail your own CD to Denmark and all over the United States,” says Wilson. “To us, that’s what success is.”

Even though the soulful duo is getting some respect from local radio stations Streetz 104.7 and HOT 103, the most difficult thing for Caneda and Wilson is trying to make their mark in Winnipeg.

“It’s tough in this city. You can’t please everybody and we still wonder what scene we fit into,” says Wilson.

After the release of their second album, No Time To Sleep, it is evident that The Happy Unfortunate are doing more that just engineering songs. They are bringing back key elements of ‘90s east coast hip-hop by using a simple snare, gentle piano keys and samples from some of the greatest artists of all time.

Look for The Happy Unfortunate’s brand new video for “New Generation” to be released this summer and hear their latest track “Love Brings Me Back” at thehappyunfortunate.com.

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KEITH AND RENEE SMALL TOWN SONGSTERS KEITH AND RENEE HAVE OUTGROWN THEIR ILE-DES-CHÊNES ROOTS WITH A FIFTH ALBUM IN THE WORKS AND A FEW NEW FANS IN AFRICA Words by SABRINA CARNEVALE Photography by DENNIS SAPONG for Kliché Studios Fans can expect a slight ‘twang’ for Keith Macpherson and Renee Lamoureux’s upcoming fifth album. The Winnipeg duo, known as Keith and Renee, opted to cross over to country music for a few of their new songs.

“I feel like this is one of our best albums to date because of its honesty in both the song writing and the production,” says Macpherson. “Fans can expect to hear the odd banjo or mandolin line, along with some pedal steel.”

And for the first time, Keith and Renee chose to add a third person to their song writing team; their good friend and producer, Chris Burke-Gaffney.

“I loved the dynamic between the three of us; we wrote it in the span of six months and met weekly for writing sessions,” explains Lamoureux. “We wanted to keep this one light and fun with a positive spin on the tunes.”

The band met in a small church in Lamoureux’s home town of Ile-Des-Chênes, Manitoba; Renee used to sing there every Saturday night. Her cousin suggested her voice would blend well with Macpherson’s, so the pair met at Macpherson’s home in River Heights and wrote a song in his parent’s kitchen. Ten years later, they’re still playing and touring collectively.

“I honestly feel that Renee and I are a strong team; even though we have our artistic differences, we have come to respect each other as artists and friends,” says Macpherson.

“We are on the same page 95 per cent of the time and work like a well-oiled machine.”

With music downloading taking precedence in today’s digital age, Lamoureux says it has become even more essential for independent artists to promote themselves.

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musicians. As an indie artist, you have endless possibilities on how to promote yourself online,” she says. “It’s really about being creative and expressing yourself to the fullest.”

“Clearly, there are so many avenues to promote a single and lots of opportunities to think outside the box,” Macpherson adds. “But I still think radio is an important part of connecting with new fans.”

Keith and Renee’s music has been played locally on HOT 103, 92.9 KICK FM and CBC Radio. They’ve also had their music played on television shows such as Degrassi: The Next Generation, Canadian Idol, as well as AT&T commercials, and their song “The One” was chosen by David Suzuki for his Playlist for The Planet project.

Within the last few years, Keith and Renee have taken their music abroad. The pair was invited to travel to Kenya on behalf of Free the Children in the summers of 2008 and 2009 where they helped build schools and worked on clean water projects with the Adopt a Village program. Their time in Kenya also ended up being one of the highlights of their music career.

“Renee and I taught the people of Pimbiniet our song, “Good Year.” The village all started dancing and singing,” says Macpherson. “Our music connected with people on the other side of the world - such an absolute rush!”

Keith and Renee’s new record will be in stores September 6.

They have a U.S. tour starting in July where they’ll visit Fargo, Omaha, Nashville and Los Angeles, and they have a Winnipeg date set for September 16 at the West End Cultural Centre.

From there, they’ll make their way east to Toronto and New York City.

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ATTICA RIOTS

SEASONED PUNKROCKERS OF INWARD EYE JOIN FORCES WITH SONGWRITER BOBBY DESJARLAIS FOR A MORE LYRICAL,THOUGHTFUL PRODUCT Words by MEGAN DEE BENEDICTSON Photography by DENNIS SAPONG for Kliché Studios

Attica Riots consists of four veterans of Winnipeg’s music scene: Bobby Desjarlais, and his good friends the Erickson brothers - Kyle, Dave and Anders, who each have a decade of playing music under their belts.

Desjarlais spent six years in the band Alverstone and is still an active member of the Bokononists, while the Erickson brothers make up Inward Eye, a punk band known for success at a young age, racking up accomplishments like opening for The Who. Desjarlais says the four started playing cover shows together a while back under the name Cash Grab. “[Eventually] we gravitated towards the originals I was writing, and named the project Attica Riots.”

He describes it as “simple pop music” that he makes “as lyrical as possible.” He writes the type of songs that are hard not to sing along to: light, toe-tapping riffs juxtaposed with emotional lines that give cause for, and likely come from, some serious reflection. He proves how well plain language can paint a picture that cuts like a knife, like in “Take Some Leave Some,” singing the lamentable “I care too much what everybody thinks. Hiding in the bathroom doing drugs off the sinks.”

Desjarlais says when he was first getting started with music he would write only about himself, and explains why that had to change. “Getting sick of yourself. Getting tired, really tired

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of writing about your own heartaches and your own problems - you tackle larger ones I guess.”

He tackles those problems in a quiet way. He says the writing process is “just me and my guitar really, and then you try to bring a cohesive idea and the guys dress it up.”

Right now they’ve dressed up and recorded four songs, and will do another three or four each month until they’re ready to put an album together. Desjarlais says the ultimate goal is the same as it is in any band he plays in: “Make ends meet and be listened to.”

For the time being, ‘ends meet’ is made possible by working as a tutor at a high school, followed by music in the evenings and of course, staying social – a “busy but doable” combination which leaves the man feeling tired more often than not.

Tired as he may be, the band’s music does not lack energy and Attica Riots is garnering attention. Desjarlais says they were recently invited to a label showcase this spring, and they took notice of the good response. “I noticed a gear shift,” he says, “We all kind of picked it up a little bit and started taking it more seriously.”

But even though a positive response helps, Desjarlais says at the end of the day he’s working to meet his own standards.

“I feel good about it, and so do the guys . . . and that’s a huge part of it.”

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MAD YOUNG DARLINGS

It’s been a rocky road for Mad young darlIngs, but wIth a new record and plans to tour, the band Is feelIng stronger than ever before Words by SARAH PETZ Photography by JANINE KROPLA

Despite being named “Best New Band” by Uptown readers in 2008, touring with Danko Jones and getting airplay from some of the biggest radio stations in town, including Power 97 and the late Freq 107, the Mad Young Darlings were barely holding together.

“Among the band, priorities changed, and we had two members leave. When that happened, Natasha and I had no idea what to do,” explains guitarist Brad Donahue.

The band was founded in Winnipeg in 2006 by Donahue and lead vocalist Natasha Reske-Naurocki, who started playing together in high school in their hometown of Beausejour, Manitoba.

“It’s been an extremely painful process for me and Natasha,” he says. “Painful in the sense that you want to play and you want to be out there. We aren’t the type of people that are going to do anything half-assed – we really wanted to find the right people.”

The tenacity of Mad Young Darlings comes through in their music: a consuming roar of hard charging alt rock held together by Reske-Naurocki’s lush, untamed vocals. As Donahue mentioned, the band definitely doesn’t do anything half-assed.

“The thing we like to pride ourselves on is every time we play live, when we get off stage the goal is to be as absolutely exhausted as possible,” he says. “When you come to our show, we aren’t just going to be standing around. If people are paying you to be there you shouldn’t just be standing there.”

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Peluk (ex-Alverstone), drummer Erik Strom (ex-Sons of York, Wear Your Wounds) and guitarist Troy Taylor (ex-The Universe), and went to work on their first record, Creaturette, in 2009.

The band was extremely hands-on with their debut album, recording and producing the record all on their own, which is not an easy task as any independent band can attest to. They spent many 14-hour days alone together for nearly a year. “We literally quit our jobs and saved up some money so we didn’t have to work,” Donahue says. “We did it on a budget of about zero dollars, but it was worth it.”

Making the record independently was extremely empowering, but not ideal for time management. “We had basically been working on it for so long that we had to come to a point where we had to say ‘enough is enough’,” he says.

“When you do things independently, it’s really empowering.

But you also have to keep yourself in line with how much time you’re taking.”

Creaturette was finally released to the delight of many longtime fans. The band kept some crowd favorites like “Swarm” and “Serotonin” on their debut, but with more complex, experimental tracks as well. “There’s just a different energy about them,” Donahue says.

Even after a rollercoaster of a year, Mad Young Darlings shows no signs of slowing down, with plans to write new music, tour eastern Canada, and work on their next album.

“I’m excited to be playing again after looking for members for so many years. It’s the most exciting feeling I’ve felt being in this band,” Donahue says. “We’re in a healthy place.”

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LES JUPES

With rave revieWs, a european record deal and a neW album in the Works, les Jupes has every reason to brag. but With such a busy schedule, they have no time for arrogance.

Story by PAMELA ROZ Photography by JANINE KROPLA From an original line-up that dissipated during recording to now wowing crowds at South by Southwest (SXSW), Les Jupes have finally found their rightful place in the Canadian music scene. And while they hail from Winnipeg, Manitoba (a musically overcrowded city to some bands), something about them stands out – their sound.

Taking elements from genres including indie rock, pop and electronica, they are very purposely blurring the musical lines.

While a band trying to be “unique” may sound like an obvious concept, Les Jupes is doing it in a truly genuine and personal way.

“The most important thing is making meaningful art,” explains Michael Petkau Falk, Les Jupes founder and lead singer of the band. “If it doesn’t mean anything to me or this band, it’s not going to mean anything to our audience. If everyone involved in this musical relationship cares, then we have a shot at having a future together.”

Since the release of their debut album Modern Myths, the band (also including David Schellenberg, Adam Klassen and Kelly Beaton) have certainly made the connection they so crave with new fans including those at their January 2011 CD release party and at the above-mentioned SXSW annual music, film and interactive festival in Austin, Texas.

Upping the ante even more for the band is the media reception. Rave reviews including “...as epic as it is primal and as stirring as it is sad and introverted.” (National Post), “...set to become one of Canada’s most intriguing and complex acts.”

(Indie London), and “Patient and profound.” (Hour Magazine) definitely boosts the confidence of Les Jupes, yet somehow keeping them humble just the same.

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people the night before. I’d be an ignorant ass if I thought my band had ‘made it’ just because we got some good reviews or played a showcase,” says Falk. “There is a lot of hard work still ahead of us.

A lot of hard work. But step by step, we’re going to find the people that love this music and thus piece together a career.”

Continuing on the path to success as part of Head in the Sand Records label back at home, Falk has wandered even further down the map; literally. After making a trip to a music industry conference in Cannes, France, one lucky connection led to the band signing with German label The Instrument Village, as well as finding an overseas agent and a publicist.

Currently promoting Modern Myths on the west coast and soon over in Germany and Austria, Les Jupes, in theory, shouldn’t have much time to be working on new material, but as Falk explains, the band is already working on something that promises to be even more original than the band’s debut.

“Many of the songs on Modern Myths depend on a specific riff; a lyric or guitar part or keyboard hook. I’m not really writing like that right now,” Falk explains. “I’m writing song shells, melody and chords. I’m trying to leave as much as possible of that process to the band. I’m excited to have their skill sets influence the way this next batch of songs grow and so I think it’ll end up markedly different.”

It’s these skill sets that Falk praises, admitting the band has found the perfect fit.

“It’s not exactly normal pop music, so finding people that like it and want to play it and work hard and set up their lives to be able to make a go of this, it’s proven to be a tall order in a small city such as Winnipeg,” he explains. “But I’m a lucky guy and these cats are absolutely perfect.”

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MUSTANG SALLY DEZ’S WHITE CAPE, SHOP LIMBS; AZTEC PRINTED SCARF, FOREVER XXI; DENIM SHORTS, VINTAGE; CHOCOLATE BROWN CRISS-CROSS SHOES, ALDO; GOLD RINGS, OuT OF THE BLuE; BANGLES, VINTAGE; RING SHIELD, uRBAN WAVES, SILVER RING WITH BLACk STONE, FOREVER XXI

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HOT CHILD IN THE CITY DEZ’s ivory crochEt crop top, out of thE bluE; golD rings, out of thE bluE; banglEs, vintagE; ring shiElD, urban wavEs, silvEr ring with black stonE, vintagE; silvEr trianglE nEcklacEs, mrk jEwEllEry

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WILD HORSES DEZ ‘s lEathEr jackEt with hanD sEwn crystals, vintagE; shEEr ivory tank top, moulÉ; golD rings, out of thE bluE; banglEs, vintagE; ring shiElD, urban wavEs, silvEr ring with black stonE, vintagE

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GO YOUR OWN WAY DEZ’S WHITE MINK PINK SHIRT, LOKA; FLORAL SHORTS, VINTAGE; CHOCOLATE BROWN CRISS-CROSS SHOES, ALDO

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SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL DEZ’s aZtEc print swEatEr, vintagE; ivory shEEr lacE prairiE DrEss, out of thE bluE; golD rings, out of thE bluE; banglEs, vintagE; ring shiElD, urban wavEs; silvEr ring with black stonE, vintagE

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SEEING DOUBLE Photography by KATY WINTERFLOOD Styled by CASEY DOWNES Hair by HALEY GOLIN for Berns & Black Makeup by DANIELA BUTCURA Wigs provided by Discreet Boutique

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WOMAN OF THE HOUR Dress by bri Foster. Jacket, club Monaco. silver bangle, MoDel’s own. glasses, For eyes. black Doctor bag, town shoes. nuDe Patent Flats, saM eDelMan, the bay.

LEAN ON ME Michelle’S BaBy RiB cRop Top, aMeRican appaRel; Mid-lengTh ciRcle SkiRT, aMeRican appaRel; Jewel BiB necklace, aldo acceSSoRieS; ZippeR cluTch, aMeRican appaRel; RiBBed Modal oveR-The-knee SockS, aMeRican appaRel; paTenT and wood wedgeS, Town ShoeS

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IT TAKES TWO JOASIA’S DRESS, huSh; ORAngE JElly wAtch, nIxOn, SpAREpARtS; bRAcElEtS, AlDO

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LOOK WHO’S TALKING Michelle’S collared blouSe, ViNTaGe; SuNGlaSSeS, aldo acceSSorieS

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SISTER ACT MICHELLE’S DrapED SHortS, HuSH; BraIDED BELt, ForEvEr XXI

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I SAW RED JOASIA’S Red ButtOn-dOwn BlOuSe, HuSH; nylOn tRIcOt HIgH-wAISt SwIm BRIef, AmeRIcAn AppARel; pAtent dOctOR BAg, tOwn SHOeS

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JESSICA’S POMEGRANATE CARDIGAN, OUT OF THE bLUE; PINK bAbYDOLL DRESS, OUT OF THE bLUE; bROWN SATCHEL bAG, SHOUT; OPERA LENGTH NECKLACE, SHOUT

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HOW TO SHOP FROM FARMERS’ MARKETS TO ASIAN GROCERS TO MEDITERANNEAN MARKETS, CHLOE SCOTCH FILLS YOU IN ON WHAT TO EXPECT AND WHAT TO ASK Story by CHLOE SCOTCH Photography by CLAYTON WINTER Hair by HALEY GOLIN for Berns & Black Makeup by DANIELA BUTCURA

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nce upon a time, North Americans ate the same T-bone steak, grilled to medium-rare, with salty mashed potatoes and limp green beans for dinner every other night. Fast forward to 2011 and it’s a totally different story.

Home cooks are serving up that same meal with a twist: they’ll have met the farmer who produced the food on the dinner plate at the weekly farmers’ market; the steak is topped with crumbled artisan blue cheese, snapped up at the local Italian grocer; and the garden-fresh vegetables are crusted in light, bubbly tempura batter found at a neighbourhood Asian mart.

To help you achieve some gourmet dinners, we’ve prepared a quick n’ dirty

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Farmers’ Markets Crash Course:

The deal: Take advantage of the direct contact situation and ask the farmers questions. In some cases, farmers are using organic farming practices but simply do not have the cash for, or are stuck in the lengthy certification process of being labeled organic.

This means you can pick up local and organic products at a fraction of specialty food stores pricing.

Mediterranean Markets Crash Course:

In the early 20th century and after World War II, large waves of immigrants came to Canada from Italy, Greece and other Western Mediterranean nations. Naturally, grocery stores specializing in imports from the region popped up to service these populations seeking that taste of home. Fresh-baked, cream-filled cannoli, salted cod, perfectly-spiced house made sausages, and pungent olive bars offering a mind-boggling array of preparations are just some of the market favourites. Stock up on basics like premium olive oils and bold Italian espressos while you’re at it.

The deal: Europeans are serious about their meat, seafood, cheese and wine, so look to the expert staff behind these counters when selecting complementary pairings. Skip cooking for one night, expand your food knowledge and bring home a variety of new cheeses from buffalo mozzarella to nutty valençay while savouring cured meats like zesty genoa salami and melt-in your-mouth slices of salty prosciutto.

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Asian Grocer

Crash Course:

Asian cooking has exploded in North America thanks to the delicious foods that are fragrant, fascinating and, in many cases, fairly simple once you get all the ingredients in order. Chances are, if you’ve tried to follow an Asian recipe, you won’t find all of the ingredients at your regular grocery store.

Solution? Head to your local Asian supermarket for imported goods from east Asia or southeast Asia. A quick trip through the aisles can be overwhelming, as every noodle imaginable, dozens of brands of fiery Sriracha hot chili sauce, fresh and frozen exotic seafood like parrotfish and tai fish, and foreign produce like lotus root and dragon fruit pique curiosity.

The deal: Many of the larger Asian markets carry fully cooked, succulent barbeque duck with decadent crispy, fatty skin grilled to perfection. Pick one up as a quick and easy substitute for your typical pre-made rotisserie chicken. They are also a great place to pick up specialty cookware, like bamboo baskets for steaming dim sum and mats for rolling sushi.

lettuce photo, Steve AckermAn; wine photo, liSA vArgA; tomAto photoS, clAyton winter

Farming and farmers’ markets have gone hand-in-hand since the beginning as a means to sell off excess harvest. Today, these weekly markets are more popular than ever. According to a 2008 study by Farmers’ Markets Canada, there were 28 million shopping visits made to farmers’ markets. Products available will vary by market, season and region, of course, but expect to find fresh, juicy fruits, vegetables with a bit of fresh earth still caked on them, butchered meat, baked goods just like grandma makes, beautiful bouquets of flowers, honey, and more.

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life story

GO THE DISTANCE

SHAKEN BY THE DEATH OF HIS FATHER, COREY BOULT EMBARKED ON A CROSSCANADA TOUR TO RAISE MONEY IN HIS DAD’S MEMORY Words by JILLIAN COUBROUGH It was a quiet Sunday night. “I don’t even know what the date was,” says Corey.

He was bartending at the Red Cactus, a landmark lounge on Corydon Avenue.

What it lacks in size and sophistication, it makes up for in big crowds and good times.

Corey has a welcoming look about him.

In fact, if you put his picture beside that of Woody from Cheers, it’s hysterically hard to tell the difference.

It was a quiet night, and Corey was serving one man at the bar. He was a regular customer and it was a regular night, as the two men watched an episode of Family Guy. And then, he got a phone call from his sister.

“She sounded cheery at first, but [her voice] was quivering,” he remembers.

Few of us can relate to what happened next.

“Dad tried to kill himself,” she told him.

“We’re at the hospital; you’ve got to come down here.”

In a flurry, Corey grabbed his spring jacket off and ran out of the bar. He got into his car and drove.

“Driving there, I thought he was still alive.”

Corey grew up in Winnipeg in a postmillennial modern family. He divided his time between his mother’s character home in River Heights and his dad’s grey-sided bungalow in St. James. He had one mom, one step-mom, one dad, one step-dad, one brother and one half-sister. Even though the outside wasn’t cookie-cutter, he was a carefree kid who grew up in a happy, unbroken home. Everyone got along.

“For Christmas or birthdays, my dad would get me a new remote-control car and we’d build it together. I pretty much watched him [put it together] for eight hours straight. I was so excited to have it.”

Corey’s father, Jeff Boult, was the archetypal grey-haired, handyman dad. He chose his clothes for comfort, was funny when he didn’t mean to be, and his garage workshop was his sanctuary.

“If I were to describe him in three words it would be: introverted, perfectionist, and genuinely caring,” he says, before adding, “He was [also] kind of anxious.”

Jeff Boult had a long-term battle with depression and on March 6, 2011, it took his life.

“I don’t remember the last thing I said to him,” Corey says bravely.

A few weeks after his father’s death, Corey was lying awake in bed thinking of everything that had happened. “It’s hard to go back to normal life.”

As he lay there, his mind wandered to the cross-Canada bike trip that he and his two best friends had talked about doing for some time. Then he thought how it might be nice to get away – not from anyone in particular, but just to clear his head.

He grabbed his computer and within minutes he clicked his way to the website of the Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC). And there in a drop-down side bar, he found his answer: “I saw you could make a tribute fund in someone’s name . . .

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life story I got really excited.”

Over the next few days, he rallied his two best friends and the director of the society. They set-up a fund in Jeff Boult’s name, a long-time friend and graphic designer came up with a logo, the Red Cactus hosted a kick-off party, and with that, the Wheel to Heal campaign was born.

Corey, alongside pals Will Johnston and Jeff Lloyd, would cycle from Vancouver to Winnipeg in a campaign to raise money and bring awareness to depression and mental illness. And since exercise is a key component to combating the disease, Corey knew the trip was a great way to model a healthy lifestyle.

With two tents, four pairs of underwear each and a couple of cans of Stagg chilli, the three friends hit the road on May 15.

“We strapped the pannier bags on our bikes, did a couple of loops around a Tim Hortons parking lot and said ‘here we go’. The first ten minutes were a little sketchy.”

The stretch just outside Vancouver was wall-to-wall traffic, laden with construction, and it was raining.

“Once we got past that, it felt like we could do this.”

The challenges began early on in the trip, with something as simple as stopping: “We’re in clip-less pedals (shoes attached to the pedal) and we were rolling up to a stop and couldn’t get our feet out in time. We all just slowly collapsed onto the pavement,” he laughs.

The team biked 70 to 150 kilometres daily. That’s three to eight hours, depending on conditions. But he admits it’s not as gruelling as it sounds. They traveled in a ‘flying v’.

“The person in the front takes the brunt of the wind and the other two draft behind. We rotate.” The three travel no more than a kilometre apart at all times.

The guys followed a route carved out by Steve Langston, the Winnipeg author of Canada By Bicycle. The 2300-kilometre course took them through the undulating interior of British Columbia, across Alberta, and flat into Saskatchewan, before cruising back into Winnipeg on June 16. And, they didn’t even detour when it came to Allison Pass - a 70-kilometre stretch in B.C., entirely uphill.

As for bathroom breaks, “the world is your urinal, and other than that, gas stations work well,” says Corey’s friend and fellow cyclist, Jeff. They pitched their tents at campgrounds at night, and somehow managed to never miss an NHL playoff game.

Not only did they sport the Wheel to Heal gear, the team also handed out brochures and collected pledges along the way. “There are so many shocking stats on depression...” Lifting the stigma and shame is what Corey wants to help overcome.

Depression affects close to 121 million people worldwide.

That’s the population of Hong Kong, 17 times over. And in one year alone, the last great taboo: mental illness, cost Canada, $51 billion.

“It’s a serious disease, and it’s nothing to be ashamed about . . . the biggest thing is that you can do something about it,” says Corey. Even though depression is the most treatable strain of mental illness, nine out of 10 people won’t seek help. Winnipeg psychotherapist, Donald Russell, says stigma is among the top barriers. “There is still the belief out there that depression is equated with a character flaw or is the fault of the person, which

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is completely untrue,” he says.

While strides are being made to break the stigma, more than half of Canadians view depression as a sign of weakness.

“It’s kind of like To DonaTe To The cancer was 50 years ago and Wheel To heal, RiDe homosexuality was 30 years ago,” above DepRession says psychiatrist, Dr. Murray Enns. “[And] what’s remarkable is Campaign: that it’s hard to find a family that hasn’t been affected [it].”

1 Text MDSC to 45678 to In Russells opinion, the key to give a $10 donation breaking stigma lies in “awareness and public education -- exactly 2 Online from the MDSC what [Corey] is doing.” website, click on the “CanaThe MDSC’s work on breaking daHelps” button, select the stigma, particularly in youth, is “Jeff Boult Memorial Fund” what drew Corey to the non-profit.

The more than $10,000 he and the team raised on their cross-Canada 3 Mail a cheque payable tour will be earmarked for that. to “Mood Disorders SociWhile the proceeds from the ety of Canada “ to: 3-304 bike trip mean healing for others, Stone Road West, Suite 736, Corey says it was therapeutic for Guelph, ON, N1G 4W4 him as well. He says his dad’s death has taught him to do everything you can to be happy, and even though there’s an enthusiasm to his voice, he admited there were still good days and bad along the way.

“The bad days are when you’re constantly thinking of how many more days, hours, minutes, kilometres until the next stop.”

But for every bad day, there are about three to four good days, he reassures.

“The good days are when you’re biking, and you think about anything but the kilometres,” he says.

And when he thinks of his dad? “That’s always on the good days.”

While the cause and the cure for depression is unknown, what is known is that you can’t talk yourself or anyone else out of it. It requires professional medical attention, and in most cases treatment is successful. Visit mooddisorderscanada.ca for more information on getting help for you or your loved one.

howtoshoponline Words by RAezAvel ARgullA and AndRew ChipmAn Photography by KAty winteRflood and denniS SApong for Kliché Studios Most people turn to eBay and Etsy for vintage clothes and unique items, but the two are very different. To help you get the most bang for your buck and track down some amazing, designer fashions and one-of-a-kind pieces, our online shopping mavens, and overall fashion gurus, Andrew Chipman and Raezavel Argulla have outlined some of the basics you’ll need to know.

eBay

eBay is a huge online auction and marketplace where you can find pretty much anything, be it a kitten-embroidered pillow by an elderly woman in Arkansas or a human liver (this has happened!) eBay has a feature that sends you daily emails with new items featuring keywords you’ve chosen. This can be helpful if you’re looking

Raezavel Argulla is the feisty 18-year-old blogger behind cheapthrillsss.com - a blog dedicated to fashionistas and thrift aficionados everywhere. Since its inception in 2008, Cheap Thrills has garnered thousands of followers and earned Raez a spot as a featured stylist on whattowear.com, a Style Guide on H&M’s website, and an appearance on Breakfast Television Winnipeg. Her style is a mix of old and new and is inspired by science fiction, Jil Sander and time travel.

Andrew Chipman is a 21-year-old style blogger based in Winnipeg. His blog has recently grabbed the attention of MuchMusic and H&M when he was a finalist in a Much Music Video Award fashion blogger contest. He has also teamed up with industry giants like footwear designer Jeffrey Campbell and MTV’s own fashion house, MTV Fora. Find out more about Andrew at pullteeth.net. sANDBoX SUMMeR 2011

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how to for a specific item or designer that doesn’t often show up on eBay. There are three ways items are sold/ bought on eBay: by auction, “buy it now” (a fixed price), or a fixed price with a “or best offer” option. Auctions are usually applied to vintage or collectible goods with a value that has the potential to increase within its auction time limit (to the benefit of the seller). The “buy it now” option can apply to both vintage goods (usually a higher price though) and various supplies and items that can be sold in bulk (like beads). The third option can apply to anything.

When bidding on eBay, don’t get discouraged when you lose an auction. It’s bound to happen, especially if you’re new to the game.

But before you know it, you’ll be staying up until 4:00 a.m. (three cans of Red Bull later) with your finger hovering over the mouse, waiting for the last five seconds of the auction to put in your final bid and win that delicious, vintage Dior jacket that will go with everything you own. Just us?

Read the item descriptions very carefully when shopping for vintage through both eBay and Etsy. Because vintage has no standard sizing, most sellers won’t even give you a size. Instead, they’ll state the item’s measurements, so make sure you know your measurements. Don’t hesitate to email the seller to clarify, because once you buy vintage, most sellers do not refund - it’s the buyer’s responsibility to make sure it’s the right fit.

Etsy

Etsy is an online marketplace and is a lot more straightforward with no auctions and less categories. Everything is either vintage, handmade, or is an arts and craft supply, and the community and sellers themselves are usually friendly and open.

Etsy is pretty picky when it comes to what they will allow sellers to sell (nothing new, nothing retail or mass produced) so you know you’re getting something that really has a lot of love in it and is likely quite original.

It’s easy and fun to shop on Etsy. There may only be three main categories, but within each category are several more categories and niches. All you have to do

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is search a keyword and let the handmade knick-knacks and vintage clothes guide you.

Like eBay, Etsy sellers have their own “stores” to sell their items. There are plenty of vintage clothes sellers on Etsy, most of which specialize in certain items or eras of vintage. Take advantage of this – it makes finding specific items easier.

The best thing about Etsy is that it not only promotes vintage and recycling, but it also promotes talented people who handcraft their own art, clothes and jewelry.

By buying from sellers on Etsy, you will not only support aspiring entrepreneurs, you will also be supporting the non-mass marketed movement.

Bonus: Because many things on Etsy are handmade, you can even get things customized to your liking. Most sellers offer this option and are more than happy to answer questions or work with you.

6 Never “check out” before doing a quick Google search for online coupons and discounts that can be used towards your order. It can be worth your while to check out a site like retailmenot.com to save a few bucks.

TEN TIPS FOR SHOPPING ONLINE

9 Don’t forget to factor in shipping prices and duty charges when buying online.

When making bigger purchases outside of Canada, duty costs are sometimes charged when the shopper receives the item. These costs are out of the control of the seller and can’t really be determined beforehand.

1 Don’t get overwhelmed by the massiveness of the Internet. Take your time to look through lots of different websites to find what you’re looking for.

2 When searching for specific brands, try using a website like Shop Style which pools many different sites together (shopstyle. com).

3 When looking for designer pieces, wait for sales or shop on discount websites like theoutnet.com.

4 Shopping for clothing and shoes online can be confusing because sizes always vary by designer and country (UK 6 is not the same as US 6). However, most online clothing stores will have a fit/size guide, so be sure to have your measurements on hand to compare. It’s also handy to keep a measuring tape or unit convertor around while online shopping.

5 Check the return policy of the store.

Many bigger stores offer free returns with compensation for shipping. That isn’t always the case, though, so email the seller any questions in advance, before hitting “buy”.

7 Always make sure the website is secure (https://) and read their privacy policy before buying anything. If your instincts tell you it feels a bit off, shop elsewhere. You don’t want to give your private information to potential scammers.

8 Most online retailers will only accept payment by credit card or PayPal. If you don’t have a credit card or feel unsafe using yours, you can do one of two things: buy a prepaid credit ‘gift’ card or sign up for a free PayPal account that is linked directly to your bank account.

10 Watch out for which shipping company the online retailer uses. Some shipping companies (particularly UPS) are known to charge buyers expensive “handling fees” at the door that the online retailer will not cover. USPS (United States Postal Service), FedEx and DHL are usually fine.

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1 I’M AS FREE AS MY HAIR Body Builder by Kevin Murphy pumped up our models hair for “How to Shop the Market.” Hair stylist Haley Golin from Berns & Black Salon worked the product through damp hair, and once the hair was set and ready to be photographed, she painted the product on individual curls to really amp up the shine.

2 JETSTREAM We were all there for the bustling party on Portage and Main. It seemed like a millennia passed between the initial whispers and final confirmation from True North Sports & Entertainment that the Jets were in fact returning to our city.

Now we sit and wait patiently until our returning hometown heroes steal the Stanley Cup next season.

3 DON’T BE SUCH A HOLY FOOL Lady Gaga’s sophomore album, Born This Way dropped while the summer issue was in the works. And hallelujah!

Between her religion-infused cries à la Madonna, and Adele’s renownedcrooning on her album 21, there was no shortage of powerhouse females resonating from our iPhones. These gals truly led the music issue.

4 LET’S GO AGAIN Nars has an iconic blush powder called Orgasm that seems to complement every skin tone that wears it. And if one Orgasm wasn’t enough, Nars came out with Super Orgasm, a similar blush colour infused with gold flecks, leaving your cheeks perfectly glistening for the humid prairie summer months.

5 FRONT LINES Architectural magazines were a big inspiration for our summer issue.

Creative alignment and quirky compositions found their way between the front and back covers – be it through layout, during a photo shoot, and all the other playful extras. We’ve also decided we really like white space.

Like, a lot.

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It feels like there has been no better time than the present to be living in Winnipeg. The city is being recognized in an exhibit in a Parisian gallery, the NHL is finally coming back, we’re building the Canadian museum for Human Rights, and hello, IKEA is finally being built - not to mention we have the largest Forever XXI in Canada and Target stores are on the horizon. However, my question is, what on earth took so long for the rest of the world to realize what a great, cultured and eventful city this is? In planning the summer issue, we held a lot of conversations about “city of origin”, the concept being that, only once people from other places recognize your city as a great place, do the people actually living there follow suit.

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