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 …
Lorenzo Quinn’s sculptures are living testaments to his belief in the force, power, eternal values and worth of each and every one of us. For Lorenzo Quinn, sculptor, poet and jewelry artisan, actualizing the person one sees reflected in the mirror is definitive of his philosophical take on life, art, family and the responsibilities of …
Some stars wait nearly their entire career to take home a coveted Academy Award, but Rami Malek’s recent, somewhat surprise win at February’s ceremony is yet more proof — if needed — that the unending self-belief that has taken him from a falafel stand to the silver screen can get him to wherever he wants …
Beneath the gold chains and diamond-encrusted watch is a young man whose passion and dedication to his craft have seen him achieve heights unparalleled by others in the music industry. Just 10 years ago, Shane Lindstrom was a 15-year-old in Fort Erie, Ont., living the life of a seemingly average teenager with his parents. Now, …
A visionary in the design world, Karim Rashid has made his mark across the globe and returns to Canada with his exhibition at the Ottawa Art Gallery. Inspiring. Prolific. Revolutionary. These are but a few words that describe the force that is Karim Rashid. With more than 4,000 projects in production ranging from tableware to …
Whether you’re a mom or a model walking the runway, you’ve got laundry. And whether your style is high fashion, low fashion or right in the middle, eventually, your clothes need to be cleaned. Who better to ask for advice than Coco Rocha? A supermodel with kids and her own agency, she’s now partnered with …
Customized sneaker collaborations, seen on celebrities like DJ Khaled, Rihanna and Kylie Jenner, have taken the Instagram world by storm. They’ve become a huge part of our culture, especially since bloggers, sneakerheads and self-declared “hype beasts” are always in competition to see who’s the first with the latest and greatest pair of kicks. The Intergovernmental …
As an internationally renowned fashion artist, Megan Hess has partnered with iconic brands, designed collections of her own and most recently created a children’s book that celebrates fashion, Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris. Interview By Michelle Zerillo-Sosa Tell us a bit about Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris and how it came to be. …
Acting alongside the biggest names in Hollywood, Michelle Monaghan has been captivating audiences on the big and small screens for years, but her versatility and powerhouse performances make her the one to watch. If you aren’t yet familiar with the work of the versatile talent that is Michelle Monaghan, it’s time to get better acquainted. …
How Toronto Raptor Serge Ibaka escaped poverty in the Republic of the Congo to become an NBA sensation. The evening brims with excitement as Dolce takes to Toronto’s swanky hotel and residence, One King West for an exclusive with one of Toronto’s most celebrated athletes, Raptor Serge Ibaka. Serge Ibaka’s story begins in Brazzaville, Republic …
