Gone are the days of butlers and boudoirs – modern luxury has just moved in. With a vast portfolio of residential and retail projects that span the globe with big-city attention, the Trump brand arguably continues to emote luxury in all its forms. The Trump Hotel Collection, which includes locations in Toronto and New York …
Fourteen years have passed since Nancy Pencer lost her husband. “I never thought that I would not grow old with him,” she says, just two days before the anniversary of Gerald Pencer’s death. Her eyes carefully hold tears captive, and as she pauses to swallow and take a deep breath, you can hear it. Sitting …
Hilary Weston’s mellifluous voice and refined presence cast a shadow on a regal living room that would otherwise demand the attention of a curious eye. Donning an elegant navy blue Oscar de la Renta dress in her west-facing central Toronto home, the Weston matriarch proceeds to explain the perennial importance of the Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec …
On a recent episode of CP24, viewers were asked, “What’s the most luxurious purchase you’ve ever made?” Dolce Vita Magazine awarded the winner with these wonderful prizes. 1. Bottega Veneta Eau de Parfum, Body Lotion and Shower Gel: Renowned designer Tomas Maier debuts a decadent, exclusive scent that’s perfect for that special person in your …
The glowing eyes of passing traffic illuminate Toronto’s fashion mile, omitting the darkened storefronts that only hours ago were bustling with life. The business day is done, yet, between Avenue and Bay the shoppers stir. It’s American Express’s (AmEx) third annual Blackout on Bloor event and their illustrious Centurion Card members have come out to …
I was afraid to be bold in my 20s. The first leap I took was moving from Los Angeles to New York City – far from my family of origin – to have the space to become myself. My husband and I started a family foundation in 1991 because it seemed like a good thing …
1. If you find comfort in cash, this pillow is for you. Handmade using roughly 50 American greenbacks, the Dollar Pillow will provide solace even when the economy doesn’t. 2. If you’re looking for motivation, look to your wrist for inspiration. With the diamond-encrusted words “Keep Calm and Carry on” strewn across the ebony cuff …
1. Waterscapes The consummation of Monarch Group’s Waterview project, the glass tower of Waterscapes gazes out over the crystal Etobicoke shoreline. www.monarchgroup.net 2. The AvenDale Located in Toronto’s Forest Hill neighbourhood, the luxurious lifestyle of The AvenDale gleams with hotel-style amenities and interiors by Gluckstein Design. www.minto.com 3. Shangri-La Like the manifestation of a fabled …
It’s just another Friday afternoon at Pusateri’s Fine Food flagship store on Avenue Road: a palpable rush of shoppers, the sweet aroma of freshly baked pastries and a signature traffic guard navigating the parking lot outside. In fact, there’s nothing that would indicate that the upscale Toronto grocer has recently undergone the roughest week in …
Jungle Fever As if straight from the heart of the Amazon comes Aguaclara’s 2012 collection. Exotic yet elegant, this stunning piece highlights your curvy figure. www.aguaclara-swimwear.com Rocker Ready Let your inner rock star loose and strut with style in these sexy skinny jeans accentuated by criss-crossing lace from Hudson Jeans. www.hudsonjeans.com Classic Custom Kitchens La …
