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15 Unisex Fashion Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

15 Unisex Fashion Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

When it comes to retail, appealing to a single gender seems like a daunting task enough. Although there is a ton of truth to the saying “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus” there are nonetheless a select group of stores who seem to have mastered the art of pleasing both sexes.

23 Design Firms from Toronto You Should Know About

23 Design Firms from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by alyssacharles on Aug 23, 2012 | 5 Comments

The late Steve Jobs once said, “Design is a funny word. Some people think design means how it looks. But of course, if you dig deeper, it’s really how it works”.

30 Art Galleries in Toronto You Should Know About

30 Art Galleries in Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by alyssacharles on Aug 14, 2012 | One Comment

With a multitude of events getting Toronto involved in the arts, such as Luminato, Nuit Blanche, The Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibit and The Artist Project, it is clear that there is absolutely no shortage of creativity is this city.

25 Magazines from Toronto You Should Know About

25 Magazines from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by alyssacharles on Aug 13, 2012 | One Comment

Magazines have come a long way since the first one was published in 1731 by Edward Cave, called The Gentlemen’s Magazine.  Although this general interest publication was no GQ or Sports Illustrated, it was a stepping-stone in the evolution of print publications.

25 Womenswear Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

25 Womenswear Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by amandadossett on Aug 9, 2012 | 8 Comments

When it comes to Toronto fashion retailers us ladies have the exact opposite problem to the guys; instead of too few options, we’ve got too many!

Although it is of course debatable whether there ever really can be “too many” stores, even for the most

50 Contemporary Furniture Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

50 Contemporary Furniture Retailers from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by alyssacharles on Aug 8, 2012 | 3 Comments

Whether you’re looking to purchase something that’s imported from Italy or handmade right here in Canada, each of these retailers have one thing in common- they share a passion for quality home furnishings and accessories.

33 Fashion Stylists from Toronto You Should Know About

33 Fashion Stylists from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by alyssacharles on Jul 26, 2012 | One Comment

Ever wonder who dresses your favorite celebrities or who selects this season’s top trends and must-haves?  We did. On our quest to find out who these style savvy individuals were, we discovered some homegrown talent.

16 Sculptors from Toronto You Should Know About

16 Sculptors from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by amandadossett on Jul 25, 2012 | No Comments

Sculpture was first born in ancient civilizations, most often as a method to express religious devotion and politics. Today this art has evolved to encompass a wide range of themes and beliefs, seen everywhere from private homes to public monuments. These modern day pieces use seemingly any and every material available, both natural and man-made, allowing for limitless unique and beautiful combinations.

16 Indie Game Developers from Toronto You Should Know About

16 Indie Game Developers from Toronto You Should Know About

Posted by edwinlara on Jul 24, 2012 | 4 Comments

Ten years ago, sourcing content for a post like this would have been arduous. Historically Vancouver and Montreal have been the core gaming hubs in Canada. Things are starting to change: in a few short years, we have witnessed Toronto’s leveling up on the world stage of gaming. The growth behind the coin rush can be attributed to