When most of us think about injectables like dermal fillers and neuromodulators like BOTOX® and Dysport®, we think about their cosmetic uses, to plump lips or smooth foreheads. But these treatments have a myriad of uses, from the cosmetic to the therapeutic. I spent some time with the experts at Toronto-based plastic surgery and advanced aesthetics clinic FORM Face + Body where they taught me there was more to injectables than meets the eye. Located in Toronto’s midtown, FORM Face + Body opened in 2020 under the leadership of board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Ron Somogyi or Dr. Waqqas Jalil. The…
Author: Nadia Elkharadly
Toronto alt-rock group Monowhales packed Lee’s Palace on October 21, 2022, to deliver an exhilarating performance on the Tunnel Vision tour. Released in September 2022, Tunnel Vision is the band’s latest album, a project that sees Monowhales stepping fully into their distinct sound and charisma. As the band prepared to play for an excited hometown crowd, we squeezed into the cozy green room at Lee’s Palace to have a chat with Jordan Circosta, Sally Shaar, and Zach Zanardo about their growth as a band and what playing home in Toronto meant to them on this tour. For those of us…
*Read until the end for a special offer* I sat and contemplated how I would go about writing a piece so near and dear to my heart. I kept changing the narrative only because I wanted to make sure I was approaching this story with the utmost care to mirror the expertise that goes into creating NuVsio Skincare. Using a high concentration of minerals from some of the most ancient mineral mines in the world, NuVsio practices what they preach through their slogan, “Start Pure”. It really is the person behind the company that makes the company: their story, their…
Noah Cyrus brought The Hardest Part tour to Toronto on October 25, 2022. The sold-out Phoenix Concert Theatre was packed with fans eager to experience the singer-songwriter’s debut album live. The Hardest Part sees Cyrus turning to her roots, telling her own story through music with heart and vulnerability. With introspective, genuine lyrics and simple instrumentals, The Hardest Part is an album that lets Cyrus’ thoughtful songwriting shine. As a live show, material from The Hardest Part allowed Cyrus’ dynamic vocals to take centre stage. Whether effortlessly belting out a powerful chorus or tenderly singing through a ballad, Cyrus’ vocal delivery…
If there’s one good thing about Halloween (I mean, there are lots of good things, but let’s pretend there’s only one), it’s binging horror movies til the zombies come home. I’ve seen way too many scary movies and I’m always looking to recommend some, as well as being constantly on the hunt for the most obscure and highly disturbing films I can find (which is often the result of a 3am deep dive on Reddit or YouTube). I admittedly struggled to keep the list to a concise 10, as I wanted to try to make some suggestions you may have…
Anyone who works in (or loves) Fashion knows the name Jay Manuel and if you don’t you’ve been living under a rock. I COME from the rock (Newfoundland that is) and I never missed an episode of America’s Next Top Model, the show that made Jay a household name. The fashion legend himself was this year’s Cashmere Collection Curator, bringing it right home to the Greater Toronto Area, where Jay is from (Scarborough specifically), though he now resides in New York City. But, onto the event: the finest in the Canadian fashion industry gathered in Toronto to celebrate the 19th…
Meet Jamie Starr. It’s been a long journey to get to him to where he is today, facing tough decisions and more than his fare share of adversity, but from I can tell, it’s all been worth it. Jamie Starr started out as a child actor, and his resume has expanded impressively since that very early start. Starr has a variety of credits to his name, including household name level shows Martin (1991-97) ER” (NBC, 1994-2009) and Black Lightning (2017), and films like Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Family Reunion (2006), Stomp the Yard (2007) and Beyond the Lights (2014), Straight Outta…
Alexander 23 brought the Aftershock tour to Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall on October 18, 2022. Released in July 2022, Aftershock is Alexander 23’s latest album and most mature songwriting yet. Covering themes of heartbreak, loss, and grappling with your own identity, Aftershock is a relatable album full of tracks that can get you through some of your hardest days. It was clear this album resonated strongly with Alexander 23’s devoted fan base, as they sang passionately along and threw a number of gifts on stage during his set. Singer-songwriter Alaina Castillo opened the evening with a mellow set of pop tunes. The talented…
Pop singer-songwriter Remi Wolf brought one heck of a party to Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall on October 15 & 16, 2022, supported by indie pop-rock artist Jordana. Known for hits like Photo ID, an American Idol appearance, and a number of collaborations with impressive artists like Kimbra, Cautious Clay, and Still Woozy, Remi Wolf is a singer-songwriter who fuses pop, funk, and soul with a larger-than-life personality. Naturally, we were excited to see what she would bring to the stage in a live performance. Jordana opened the show with an emotive set of music, merging the softness of bedroom pop with…
I hate to say it but when we think of sustainability, style isn’t usually a word that joins that thought. But Native Shoes has been working to change that, especially with some of their more surprising styles. Based in Vancouver, Canada, Native Shoes is an eco-conscious brand that uses bio-based ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) blends to create comfortable, sustainable and even fashionable footwear. Their bio-based Bloom material is a blend featured in their latest collection. Bloom is created by pulling toxic algae from waterways (where it can choke the oxygen supply and harm wildlife) and mixing it with traditional EVA —…
It may be months later but I’m still dreaming of my trip to Paris and the beautiful hotels I called home for that wonderful week. I got the chance to stay in the heart of one of the most well-known and fashionable parts of Paris at the beautiful Hotel Vernet. First Impressions From the moment I stepped through the grand glass doors of the hotel and made my way up the marble stairs, I knew Hotel Vernet was something special. This exclusive boutique hotel was a hidden gem, tucked away on a sidestreet just moments from one of the…
The Wild Hearts Tour brought a mesmerizing show to Massey Hall in Toronto on August 12 & 13, 2022 with a stacked lineup of singer-songwriters Julien Baker, Sharon Van Etten, and Angel Olsen co-headlining together. The three artists brought their stunning vocals and expert storytelling to the stage for an unforgettable evening. A spectacular show was to be expected with these three headliners, but what felt special about this show was the camaraderie and sense of friendship between the artists. Each set had a collaborative element, and they told stories filled with admiration for each other in between songs. This energy…
Counting points. Commercials filled with smiling women of all shapes and sizes. Miranda attending a weight loss support group in Sex and the City, circa 2002. What do all of these things have in common? One iconic company: WeightWatchers. WeightWatchers was founded in 1963 by homemaker Jean Nidetch. Jean lived in Queens, New York, and like many women of her time, she’d tried a variety of meal plans, fad diets, medications and even hypnosis, in an effort to lose weight. While attempting yet another diet, Jean created a support group in her own apartment, with other friends on their own…
L.A.’s THE DRIVER ERA packed The Danforth Music Hall on August 8, 2022 to bring fans an exhilarating show along with Summer Salt and almost monday. Having released their latest album, Girlfriend, and a highly-anticipated forthcoming album Summer Mixtape due September 16, there was a lot for fans to be excited about at the sold-out show. almost monday almost monday was the perfect band to warm up the crowd with energetic, carefree tunes and a rambunctious, energetic set. Striking the perfect balance between sunny melodies and an indie-rock edge, almost monday gave us “Arctic Monkeys meets surf rock” vibes and we kind…