Daily Happenings

There is one thing that I 'dislike' (hate would've been a pretty strong word to insert here) a lot: rushing to get up at 6 am, just to make it to class early in the morning and find out that it was cancelled about 5 min prior to my arrival.

So, what do I do, since I live an hour away and riding the subway just for the sake of it is definitely NOT an option: sitting in class discussing Strip-Pole Dance classes with the girls (now don't go ahead and assume the worst, its the latest buzz in fitness workout!), blogging and tweeting random fashion news and pounding cups of coffee (yes, I got my vices back, the occasional cigarette as well; not proud of myself, but in my defence its much needed).

Life decisions:

A few big dates are approaching in the next couple of months and the suspense is building, as I try to keep my cool and have everyone happy. But since, in life, there will always be someone who isn't entirely pleased with the course of certain actions, I've decided to put it out there but make sure I (and the ones most important to me) are left happy in the end. The rest will just have to sort itself out - I'm not anybody's life coach.

On another note, I have decided that in the next couple of weeks, I will make a joint-blog to 'ShearFusion' that I will dedicate entirely to my Fashion World. An addition of such sort, will help me focus better on my career path and keep me motivated to update more. I am not ditching this one - no worries - ShearFusion continues with joint-forces to bring you the best of our lifestyle and all that moves us! So stay tuned!

Fashion News (and more):

- I mentioned before that McQueen's Exhibit at The Met was on my list this summer - unfortunately, with such a busy summer coming ahead, that trip might turn out to be pretty hard to fulfill.
Fortunately for me, Jean-Paul Gaultier's work will be exhibited at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts this summer and THAT is definitely going to be a destination that I will be travelling too (perhaps, interspersed with some much needed cottage-time).
Gaultier is definitely a favorite on my list of Fashion Icons - his eccentricity and liveliness is much appreciated! Images to come soon.
For more info on this exhibit click here.

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Mario Testino - one of my favorite photographers and personal fan of Kate Moss (he describes her as 'one of the 5 people I love to shoot the most") - is reportedly going to be shooting the model for her upcoming wedding.
In an interview with "The Daily" he says that he can't wait to "capture the happiness that Kate is going through at the moment." (Fashionista)

And finally, a slightly celebrity-related news bit:

Yesterday I was told that Richard Phillips has put together a short documentary movie on the story behind the house-arrest of one of the most controversial 'actresses' in today's Gossip Websites - LiLo. I put actress in quotations, as (pardon me for daring to be so bald) the girl hasn't really done a lot of work, since the news of her substance-abuse came out (Was it years ago? Time's been slipping away from me..)
I'm definitely not one of Miss Lohan's biggest fans, but I'm just wondering what could possibly make this movie a success?

View the reel here.

Update..

Another Rainy Day in Toronto - I was just getting used to the warm weather and hoping that Beach Days were going to stay;too little...too early? If you could say that..

Lots has been happening - as usual - although definitely finding time to procrastinate as I ride the wave of life.

1st things first - let's talk Skateboarding:
- The Volcom Demo happened here in Toronto last Saturday - the guys definitely ripped it and it didn't go without an injury either. But you know the saying: "Bleed or go home!" (Did I just say that?). We were there to support them and of course have an excuse to drink a few and lay out in the sun; my feet now have that 'thong-tan-line' due to my beautiful brazilian gladiator shoes, but well..a sacrifice comes a long way!

- The Cr3w Shake Junt Demo happened yesterday as well - I refused to leave the house, as my 105 lbs wouldn't have allowed me to even walk straight through the streets (trust me, when that wind gets going, I might as well be flying through the sky; it's worse than a feather floating through a storm!). Karteezy and the Beast made there though - and by the Beast, I mean the 70-lbs Bulldog that lounges and sheds in the middle of our living room all day long. Bentley even managed to woo the skaters with his natural charm and scored himself a picture spot on their official blog (pictures coming up soon).

[Stay tuned for pictures, as I am blogging from the Showroom today and naturally my camera is nowhere near me]

On another note, many projects are in the works. I am excited to be doing more and more for The Gingerich Group (blogging, playing photographer, organizing events alongside the amazing Lauren Shirreffs); interesting PR opportunities coming up and the possibility of working with an America's Next Top Model LIVE judge (aahh, the suspense).
On top of that, a very special occasion is due to take place some time in the middle of the month of July (stay tuned for that; I'm not one to "I DO" and tell..)

Peace I'm out!

Out of the Dark

"It's pretty hard to keep a Blog" - I thought today.

Don't know why, but between school, work and all the other stuff, it's hard to sometimes get motivated enough to write on here on a daily basis. But there's a reason why we decided to make this a mutual page - so that I can look at Mr. Kartel's posts every day and get motivated to beat him - at least in numbers!
So far that hasn't happened but I'm willing to step it up...



Today was a good day!

I'm involved in a project with the company I intern with - it's been very fulfilling both personally and professionally. More details to come when the project is made official, but I must say that I am already starting to see the fruits of that labour. Getting praise and approval from people whose feedback I truly cherish has definitely reassured me that I'm on the right path to success.

In addition, a small package arrived in the mail today - a little something from our biggest supporter!
Uncle B's undying support and presence in our lives has made us much happier! He truly is a role-model - happy, easy-going fella, whom anybody would be ecstatic to meet! Big Ups!! We can't wait to see you in California!!

I'll be back tomorrow with some pics and info from Sudbury 99's Art Market last weekend and some more fashion-related details.

In the Beginning...

I've thought about starting a blog for awhile...a couple of years maybe.
Procrastination took over, of course - I mean, if I can't be honest how else am I supposed to go about it? It wasn't the lack of inspiration, no! Inspiration has always been around me - from the moment I put on my first dancing shoes at the age of 4, through the numerous spontaneous decision to just pack up and leave to yet another new continent [and country]. Yet, there was still something to it; even though 'Inspiration' was still one of my closest friends, and 'Procrastination' was trying to kick it's behind and replace it, the moment never felt right.

I thought about starting the blog [yes, again!] a few months ago - it was the night Karteezy and I watched "New Jersey Drive" [we somehow have that appreciation for old[er] movies and prefer them as entertainment;CLASSICS if you may say]; great movie, but I somehow couldn't stop thinking about how Jason's jacket was the exact replica of Burberry Prorsum's F/W collection! Don't know why, but I felt like writing a blog about it...It's obvious that one is long overdue, but somehow in the past couple of days Miss Inspiration has returned into my Life and I had to do something about that!

With the help of the One and Only - Masked Marauder - and MY One and Only Mr. Kid Karteezy, I decided that it's about time we fused our efforts together, joined forces and REP'd IT UP the only way we know how: with blunt honesty, overwhelming passion, and  cheesy love for all of you that get easily offended by it!

I, myself, am going to immerse into the wonderful world of Fashion as I know it and add a little bit of this and that from my daily world and adventures!
So...Keep yourself updated and Stay current!

In the meantime, I'll let the other half of this part of the Blogosphere blabber about himself [I know I did] and I'll leave you with one of the most powerful and inspirational voices that I've grown to love and live through!
Enter Ms. Badu

ERYKAH BADU IN STUDIO from Creative Control on Vimeo.