Canadian designer Troy Smith makes his creative mark Using furniture as a medium to express his creativity, Canadian designer Troy Smith is garnering international attention from notable galleries for his extraordinary art and eclectic collection of tables, chairs and sofas of exceptional beauty and built with meticulous care and craftsmanship. Based in Toronto and Miami, …
A generational love for art and antiques, Todd Merrill is passionate about inspiring and presenting artists and ideas that are singular and unique. Representing the third generation of his family in the antique business, Todd Merrill was inherently groomed by his grandparents, Nathan and Margaret Merrill, who, in the late 1920s, owned an art and …
This month’s beauty must-haves feature a round-up of beautiful fragrances, luxurious tools and high-end makeup. PARIS-RIVIERA This fragrance by Chanel features hints of sweet Sicilian orange paired with neroli for a delicate scent that feels sun-kissed any time of the year www.chanel.com WINTER’S SPRING, MIMOSA Part of Gucci’s The Alchemist’s Garden perfumery line, this bright …
Blind by the age of 12, Andrea Bocelli refused to let this condition define him. A lawyer first, Bocelli went on to take complete command of his musical career, a journey that over the past 25 years has seen him performing with musical greats, both young and old. By definition, a maestro is an eminent …
The founder and director of Light On White discusses the changing cityscape of Miami, finding inspiration in nature and why choosing bespoke is a true luxury. Born in France, raised between Paris and London, and with a business based in Miami, Alizee Brion is someone with well-travelled tastes. Fuelled by the forces of culture, art …
In the automotive world, few names carry the power, prestige and tradition of Porsche. There is just something about the brand and the car, through its style, design and performance, that speaks to even a casual observer of cars and racing. Porsche is a name that cuts across ages and cultures, reflecting the best in …
Philanthropists Shanea and Dr. David Rakowski know how to embrace life, and they fill it with everything that speaks to them, from art to travel to food. And Shanea’s blog, Shanea Savours, showcases it all. But perhaps even more important is their love for each other, for their kids and their grandkids — and their …
The foundation’s second annual track day put the pedal to the metal, raising over $160,000. Launched in partnership with SickKids, the Policaro Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a brighter and healthier community by supporting Canada’s leading fetal cardiac care and treatment centre. As part of this effort, the foundation, which began in …
At the beginning of June, Best Buddies Canada, an organization committed to creating meaningful friendships for people with intellectual disabilities, celebrated its 13th annual Thrill of Ascot fundraiser. Taking place at the Magna Golf Club in Aurora, Ont., a change in location due to race track construction, it brought 250 tastemakers and philanthropists together to …
The pieces and places to inspire your next homeware purchase. GRAHAM & BROWN CHINOISERIE CANARY WALLPAPER Inspired by Eastern culture, this wallpaper comes complete with detailed, hand-painted Chinese motifs set upon a bold canary yellow and finished in a soft matte paper. grahambrown.com GABRIEL DEAN DESIGN PENNY LOW TABLE Gabriel Dean is a design studio …
