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Juicy Soulja:Empowered Fashion

Susanna — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:10:45 +0000

Juicy Soulja clothing and accessories is the brain child of Sabrina Iaboni. The line of T-shirts, dresses and tops includes pieces for the ladies as well as the menz. Sabrina incorporates sleek fire power into her designs to give the line an empowered, stunning edge that will have heads turning. Elements of hip hop keep the line Street, while soft lines create a look that is dangerously sexy!!!

Fashion Scares Pt 2

Susanna — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:58:19 +0000

More pics of guest and performances from Fashion Cares 2008

The outfits worn by guests were almost as impressive as the show. I Love the red green and gold in this photo

Sargent Pepper and a guest wearing a beautiful Kimono

One of my fav guest shots. The dress is a dream in green!

The Red and Black themed shots below capture one the most impressive performances of the evening. Note the male model wearing the platforms. Wicked!

Legend Shirley Bassey was the event’s headliner. She is very charismatic on stage. At one point during her performance, a number of guests threw roses from their centerpieces on the stage in a touching salute. Shirley was wearing a STUNNING diamond ring which she took off half -way through her performance. She said “Do you mind if I take this off? It’s breaking my arm.” She probably pissed off some sponsors but it was such a deliciously diva move! She pulled it off with so much moxie and grace!

Fashion Scares Pt 1

Susanna — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:39:15 +0000

This year’s Fashion Cares had a ghoulish theme that came through in fashionable style. The charitable event, which included a gala and fashion show, took place the day after Halloween and inspired it’s frightful theme. Tomas of Keys.la was able to get soooooo many amazing photographs that I think this will have to be a two or even three part post. Enjoy, and stay tuned for more pics and video!

Natalie Brown of CBC’s Sophie

Recording Artist Kreesha Turner with Fashion Cares organizer Michael King

Katy Perry pictured above gave a fantastic performance later in the evening

Some of the fashionable, costumed guests who attended

Halloween Weekend 2008

Susanna — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 18:17:49 +0000

Halloween Friday was a crazy, chaotic evening that reminded me of Shawn of the Dead meets Club 54. I knew the club district would be busy but I did not expect the vast, never ending sea of costumed club-goers who poured into the streets. Despite the fact that I could not get into the club I was supposed to go to, even though I explained to the bouncers that I had passes (”it’s crazy tonight, you’re gonna have to line up”) I managed to have an amazing evening just walking the streets and taking pics.

Sexy police lady, sexy stewardess

Sexy cowgirl

Sexy Annie, Sexy construction worker.. Not sure what the other girls are but they look mad sexy

Gorgeous mask

Sexy Fairy

Sexy Pimp

Bat girl and Robin

No, these are real cops.

An aborted fetus, the person who aborted it and a sperm.

Me! I was a fairy..

Music+Poetry+Good Vibes=Acoustic Soul Tuesday’s at Trane Lounge

Susanna — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:48:01 +0000

I must say that I thought slam poetry was dead in Toronto but I guess I just wasn’t looking hard enough. Much to my surprise and delight there are those who are keeping it alive and well and making it better than I remember. I used to frequent a lot of poetry slams but I somehow… lost interest. Acoustic Soul organizer Hajile Kalaike has successfully re-kindled my appreciation of spoken word through his organization Black Lotus Media. Acoustic Soul takes place every Tuesday (rain or shine, according to Hajile) at Trane Lounge at College and Bathurst. If you’re looking for a very chill environment combined with moving performances and delicious food, I highly recommend this event.

Before we get into the evening’s pics we have to talk about the boots below

Before Marjorie and I went Acoustic Soul she quickly had to get fitted for a dress. While I was waiting for her I couldn’t help noticing this young lady’s boots. Her name is Shannel and she was one of the models who was patiently waiting. Couldn’t help it.. They are just too fly..

And Now, Pics from Acoustic Soul

Organizer Hajile Kalaike

MELLOW DEE on the Keys

This young lady blew me away. I would have gotten some pics of her while she was performing but I was to entranced by her song and voice. Check out Michelle Mondesir and Poetic Groove Productions.

Flautist Jeff Kearns had the crowd grooving to his rendition of We Belong Together

Street Fashion: Dark and Bright

Susanna — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 21:22:27 +0000

One of the biggest challenges when photographing street fashion is lighting. Usually when I see someone I wanna photograph I only have a few minutes to get a photo cause I don’t wanna take up too much of their time. I mean I would love to do a whole photo shoot with the person, using different scenery and telling them how to pose but that might freak people out you know?
Sometimes I have to deal with lighting that could be better but thankfully the people that I pick have something special that shines through the photograph. They have great style and even bad lighting can’t hide that.

This young lady bought a lot of her pieces overseas. Korea provided her funky, phly dress and she got her jewelry in Paris. The sun was a little bright but she still looks mad stylish in the pic.

I LOVE this tie. The chunky, wrapped up, frayed scarf is OVER! The new accessory for the neck is the tie. The pic is a little dark but his outfit makes him shine!

L’Oreal Fashion Week: Off the Runway

Susanna — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 02:50:49 +0000

There is no doubt that L’Oreal Fashion Week is one of the most exciting fashion events in Toronto. This is my first Fashion Week so I can’t help but feel a little bit giddy! I used to think that Fashion Week was an event that only the upper echelons of the Toronto Fashion industry could attend but that is not altogether true. Although some of the official events are by invitation only (or BIO as they are listed in the schedule) many are open to the public and there are tons of unofficial fashion events that take place all over the city. Ultra Nightclub is hosting Ink Fashion Week, which features some amazing designers, Brandt House featured a Betsey Johnson show earlier this week and there are many, many more opportunities to get a Runway fix without heading to Nathan Phillips Square.

This site is dedicated to street fashion so I thought it would be cool to capture some of the fashionable people around the main event. I realized that there is more than one way to photograph a model.

(Below) Models from the eugenia show that took place today

Splendid Boots from the fashionable lady below.. Had to capture them. Can you tell I love shoes?

A funky-fresh pair of John Fluevog shoes

Just a pic that I took while strolling around. What can I say? Real people are my passion

Betsey Johnson’s 30th at L’Oreal Fashion Week

Susanna — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 19:04:52 +0000

L’Oreal fashion week is in full effect in Toronto! There are so many shows taking place all around the city, let alone the ones that are going down at Nathan Phillips Square. There are also tons of fashionitas trotting from show to show, which makes my job that much easier. My mission for this week is to get as many street pics as possible and I found fashion people PARADISE at the Betsey Johnson show that took place last night at Brandt House.

Dj Vivi Diamond in what I’m pretty sure is a Betsey Johnson dress

Head pieces are definately back! There were so many people wearing cool head gear, I just had to call attention to it!

I noticed the back of this girl’s outfit before the front. The plunging back is stunning! Love it

Her face is just as lovely

More amazing headpieces!

Around town punk personality Talli, aka nubs

The prettiest petite, Christa Jean of Petite Fashionista.com with Denise Vaughan, creator of Design Her Life

Continuing in the headpiece theme.

One of the performers from We Will Rock You takes time out to attend the show

We met this sweet-heart in the bathroom line. Love her cupcake pendant

Marc Jabobs inspired outfit

Lena and I, waiting for the show to begin

I had never seen piercings like these before! Check out the piercings below… So hot

My cohorts for the evening. Mikey, Mellie and Lena

The Show: Betsey Johnson Fall 2009 Collection!!!!!!!!

Outside after the show. Fashion people are soooo friendly!

Street Fashion: Courtesy of Keys.La

Susanna — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 19:55:50 +0000

I’ve been told that networking is essential when trying to start a business, start a career, or do anything that will lead to success and happiness. After many years I have learned that networking is just a fancy word for going out and talking to people. Sometimes you don’t even have to talk. A few weeks ago I got an e-mail from a very talented photographer who wondered into one of the photographs I took at this year’s Manifesto Festival. He got in touch with me and the photos in today’s post are the result of that creative connection.

Hope you enjoy the work of Tomas of keys.la

Style Canada: Canadian Fashion’s New Best Friend

Susanna — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:10:50 +0000

Canadian fashion has a new and much needed best friend. The Style Canada media event that took place on October 2nd sent a clear message about the organizations mission: to support and celebrate every aspect of Canadian Style. The event was a pleasure to attend. In addition to wine, cheese and mingling, the evening featured a chic runway show that included Style Canada supported designers. What I found interesting about the organization is that they support makeup and hair artists as well as designers. This, along with a sophisticated attitude and an obvious passion for fashion, distinguish Style Canada from other organizations.

Media awaiting the event (which started on time, I might add!)

Photos
courtesy of GLOW Studio - Photographer Mike McMillan

Jewelry designer Tracey Vander Valk of i candi