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Celebrate Your Best Friend with FidoPHILE
Constantly snapping pics of your cute dog? Get your favorite photos off your phone and on your wall, with a beautiful personalized print, framed and matted by Fidophile. The framed photo comes complete with a history of your dogs breed, written by famed dog historian Dr. Caroline Coile.
Fidophile (www.fidophile.com) is a simple, easy to use, way to celebrate and honor your beloved furry friend. Simply logon to the website, upload one of your favorite dog photos, choose the breed of your dog, select one of six different beautiful wooden frame options, and within days your personalized photo frame will arrive ready to hang on your wall.You May Also Like
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Mindful Eating
Mindfulness is the ability to be as fully present in the moment as possible without wishing or trying to make it different. In our hectic lives, we often function on “autopilot mode,” floating from one activity to another without even thinking about what we are doing, predisposed by and preoccupied with the past which is long gone and/or a future that is not guaranteed. Eating is one of the activities that we usually rush through and often engage in without being aware of what, how, where and why we are eating.
Enter: Mindful Eating – the intentional act of eating, which requires paying full attention to the experiences of eating and drinking, both inside and outside of the body. This requires being fully aware of and noticing the plentitude of sensations – colours, aromas, flavours, textures, temperatures, and even the sounds – associated with eating and drinking. Furthermore, Mindful Eating requires being conscious of how drinking and eating interact with our minds and our bodies, so as to produce feelings of hunger/satiation/satisfaction etc… Therefore, it is critical to pay attention to how drinking and eating affect our feelings, thoughts and behaviours, as well as, vice versa.
There are many reported benefits of Mindful eating, however I will only touch on a few of the main ones. Firstly, Mindful eating allows us to enjoy the experiences of eating and drinking, which is a pleasure that is natural and should be celebrated at every opportunity and meal. When I was first introduced to Mindful Eating, it not only transformed my eating and drinking experiences (because it felt as if I upgraded to a new sensorial level, which I was likely always privileged to, but which I forfeited by default when I gave into distractions!), but by choosing to be conscious and aware, with regards to my eating and drinking, rather than distracted by watching TV or talking on the phone simultaneously, I was able to regain a sense of control, vis-a-vis my drinking and eating habits, which then contributed further to healthier eating habits (which are almost never driven by emotions, habits or “auto-pilot mode” anymore!).
I will write more about Mindful Eating as soon as I can but for now, here are some:
Mindful Eating Exercises to Get You Started
1 ) Eat a Chocolate Almond Mindfully (or you can choose an equivalent sized food item):
As you begin this exercise, imagine that this is the first time in your life that you have ever encountered a chocolate almond.
Hold the chocolate almond between your index finger and thumb. Move the chocolate almond between your fingers (careful not to let it melt), exploring its texture. Then close your eyes for 15 seconds and notice any changes you experience in your sense of touch as you continue to move the chocolate almond between your fingers.
Now open your eyes and take time to really look at and focus on the chocolate almond. Explore every part of it as you move it around your fingers, noticing any remarkable characteristics, where the light reflects on it, its rich brown colour etc….
Then bring the chocolate almond 1-2 inches away from under your nose. Take 2-3 deep inhalations and with each inhalation, draw in the aroma of the chocolate almond. Pay attention to anything different that may occur in your mouth or in your stomach as you take in the fragrance.
Now, slowly bring the chocolate almond up to your mouth. Take a moment, be AMAZED at how your hand and arm work together to find exactly how and where to place the chocolate almond, even if/when your eyes are closed! Place the chocolate almond in your mouth, but don’t take a bite yet! Notice the sensations of having it in your mouth, and then explore it with your tongue.
When you’re ready to chew the chocolate almond, take a moment to notice how and where it needs to be positioned in your mouth in order for you to chew it. Take the first bite very consciously and take a moment before the next bite to assess the sensations in your body. Experience the taste that emanates and then continue to chew slowly and notice any sounds. Before you swallow, notice the taste and texture in your mouth and how they have changed over time, as well as physical changes in the chocolate almond as you chewed it. When you are ready to swallow, see if you can detect the intention to swallow when it arises so that you are consciously swallowing the chocolate almond rather. Notice and feel what is left of the chocolate almond as it moves down your throat and then into your stomach. Take a moment to reflect on how your body feels after completing this exercise as well as any thoughts that may have arisen as you completed the exercise in mindful eating.
2) Commit to eating an entire meal alone, in silence without any distractions. Practise the strategies in 1) and then at the end of your meal, reflect on how this experience was similar to and different from the experience you had while eating the meal before the one you ate alone, in silence and without any distractions. If you want, you can read or watch TV but make sure to alternate taking bites mindfully and reading a paragraph/page or watching a few minutes mindfully rather than simultaneously engaging in both activities.
3) At your next family meal, suggest that everyone begin the meal by eating in silence for the first 5-10 minutes. Encourage everyone to acknowledge the meal that is being offered and the efforts required for it to be made available for everyone to enjoy in addition to paying attention to their senses as they consume their food and beverages in silence. You can even debrief what this experience felt like after the designated time period ends or save it for dessert!
Good luck on your practise and please feel free to comment on your experiences below 🙂
Originally posted on: https://empirikalsolutionz.wordpress.com/2016/09/23/mindful-eating-101/
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NYFW | CYNTHIA ROWLEY SPRING ’17
Girls Girls, Feathers Feathers!
LULU did live sketch at Cynthia Rowley Spring 17 presentation.
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NYFW | Fashion Palette: Australian Swim/Resort SS 2017 collections
LULU’s live sketches of Australian Swim/Resort SS 2017 collections at Pier 59.
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Cabinet Éphémère travels to Toronto
Montreal’s nomadic fashion boutique Cabinet Éphémère travels to Toronto
Toronto, ON – This October Québec’s top designers will join forces with their Toronto counterparts to offer a glimpse into their vision and creative process with the 7th edition ofCabinet Éphémère – the Conseil des Créateurs de Mode du Quebec’s nomadic pop-up shop at the famed Rally Gallery, a cultural showcase and meeting space at 12 Ossington Avenue in Toronto’s trendy west end.
From Wednesday, October 5 to Saturday, October 8,, 2016, Toronto fashion lovers can shop Fall/Winter 2016 direct from the rack and pre-order Spring/Summer 2017 from some of Quebec’s and Toronto’s most famed women’s, men’s and accessory designers.
One of Canada’s most celebrated designers and a pioneer in the Canadian fashion industry, with three decades of tradition and excellence, Maison Marie Saint Pierre has chosen Toronto as the location to launch her menswear focused capsule collection. Accustomed to drawing from the masculine aesthetic to dress women, Marie Saint Pierre makes her first foray into the world of men’s fashion. Having noticed a growing number of clients opting for her most androgynous looks, the designer decided to create a number of unisex pieces to appeal to both genders. Visitors to Cabinet Éphémère in Toronto will be the first to purchase and see this new collection in person.
MAISON MARIE SAINT PIERRE | PHOTOGRAPHY: LEDA & ST.JACQUES | STYLIST: SARA BRUNEAU
Quebec-based designers also presenting their collections will include original jewellery for the independent-spirited woman from Anne-Marie Chagnon; environmentally conscious high-end leather goods from By Kilani; Eläma, a line of sophisticated fashion-forward fur and outerwear pieces recently featured on Dragon’s Den; timeless fashion with a modern touch fromLAMARQUE; ready-to-wear pieces from Les Poupounes de Luxe who are setting a new standard with their clothing for women of all sizes; Louve Montreal‘s assertive minimalist handcrafted jewellery; avant-garde unisex designs by Pedram Karimi; elegant cocktail dresses and gowns from Rush Couture; Wallo’s sleek designs and colourful printed womenswear; genderless apparel from the creative design team from WRKDEPT; and bold, edgy menswear from Xian.
Toronto is represented by refined and trendy womenswear from Amanda Maria; Cara Cheung‘s high fashion luxury with urban street style clothing for women; and elegant evening and modern sportswear from menswear designer Christopher Bates.
Bilingual media personality and fashion ambassador Glen Baxter hosts the four-day pop-up shop, starting with a by-invitation-only VIP launch reception on Tuesday, October 4 where distinguished fashion media, celebrities, personalities, bloggers, influencers, and buyers will meet the designers in person to preview their Spring/Summer 2017 collections and shop from their current Autumn/Winter 2016 collections before the event opens to the public.
“Montreal’s Cabinet Éphémère is no ordinary pop-up shop!”, exclaims Baxter, “I am thrilled to see this highly curated concept come to life here in Toronto for the first time with some of Quebec’s hottest designers sharing the floor with some of Toronto top talent.”
This is the first time Cabinet Éphémère has travelled outside of Quebec after a number of successful runs in Montreal. The concept shop was initiated in 2013 by designer Marie Saint Pierre – then President of CCMQ. The idea was to bring together a group of talented designers to offer fashion consumers a carefully-edited selection of high-end and couture collections. Her intuition was right; over 4,000 visitors attended the first edition, held in a trendy sector of Ste-Catherine Street West. In May 2014, the event was held during Montreal’s innovativeC2MTL event and later that same year at the prestigious Ogilvy department store where a collaborative partnership emerged and has been getting stronger ever since. The event is now in its 7th edition with Toronto and it’s planned to span several seasons.
The CCMQ is on a mission to bring together the best in established Montreal fashion with the best in Toronto fashion to empower local fashion, facilitate market and network opportunities in order to ensure growth and sustainability of their businesses.
“The Cabinet Éphémère is an event fully funded by the members of the Fashion Designers’ Council of Quebec,’’ says Linda Tremblay, General Manager of the association. “This pop-up was created to be an adaptable and flexible event to promote the high-end collections of Council members. The event has now reached its maturity level and we feel confident we can successfully launch it in Toronto, where our designers’ collections are very well-received by fashion consumers and have been celebrated through their participation in the past during Toronto Fashion Week.’’
For interviews with Glen Baxter, Linda Tremblay, Marie Saint Pierre, high-resolution images, samples, or further information, please contact Gail McInnes at gail@magnetcreative.ca or 647-283-1931.
ABOUT CABINET ÉPHÉMÈRE
The CABINET ÉPHÉMÈRE is a new kind of pop-up boutique that offers a privileged foray, a confidential glance at the creative process of fashion designers. In a trunk show atmosphere, both eclectic and organized, these architects of objects without boundaries propose their collections to the public. The main objective is to bring together, in one venue, designers with a similar creative approach and vision and the product originality and quality that draw consumer attention. It’s a most inventive answer to the standardized and commonplace mass-market clothes boutiques. The concept is simple and, today, we have proof it is effective. For more information, visit cabinet-ephemere.com.ABOUT CONSEIL DES CRÉATEURS DE MODE DU QUÉBEC
The Fashion Designers’ Council of Québec is a professional, nonprofit association, founded in 2011. Its mission is to promote the talent of more than 100 Quebec fashion designers (accessories, clothing, and jewelry). The Council is a confluence point for emerging and established designers that proposes to them promotional and commercial projects – such as Cabinet Éphémère – locally and abroad. To learn more about the organization, go to the association’s Facebook page at facebook.com/mode.ccmq.ABOUT MAISON MARIE SAINT PIERRE
Maison Marie Saint Pierre has been an established Montreal designer label for over 25 years. It is a true institution on its way to becoming one of the top luxury brands in Canada. The importance of its creator’s work was honored in the recent Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards with the Prix d’Excellence, presented to celebrate the exceptional career of a fashion designer. Marie Saint Pierre has an approach that combines artistry, intellect and innovation. Her creations are based on significant amounts of research and development focused on clothing functionality. The company employs a team of artisans who work closely with local manufacturers, allowing a 100% local production.ABOUT GLEN BAXTER
Glen Baxter is a Brand Ambassador, Content Producer and bilingual journalist specializing in fashion and design. He is best known as the Host of CTV’s IN FASHION, which aired across Canada and around the world for over a decade. Over the years, he has interviewed A-List celebrities and fashion heavyweights like Tom Ford, Valentino, Vivienne Westwood, Roberto Cavalli, Gianfranco Ferre, Donatella Versace and Karl Lagerfeld just to name a few. He has appeared on Canada’s Next Top Model, Canada AM, The Marilyn Denis Show, eTalk, CP24, CTV News Channel, The Morning Show on Global, CTV Morning Live and the Breakfast Television shows across Canada. A world traveller, he has visited more than 50 countries with his camera and has exhibited his photography in five solo shows, raising money for various charities. He is a recipient of the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.cabinet-ephemere.com
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Lacey Corselette from Hourglass Angel
A lingerie style corselette for powerful shaping and smoothing
As curve-boosting shapewear with lingerie style, the Corselette by Amia ($67) provides powerful shaping and smoothing for your hips and midsection. Its lace boyshort bottom is paired with lingerie detailing and front of garment closures for a sexy twist on traditional undergarments.
The Corselette by Amia hugs your hips, lifts your bust, enhances your backside and slims your waist all in one elegant package. Three slimming layers, including HourglassAngel.com’s power latex core, visibly and immediately sculpt inches from your waist while you wear it. Once on, it flattens the midriff and whittles the waist while shaping the hips. Viola! Your natural curves are instantly enhanced. And because it’s seamless, a corselette does not show under your clothes, making sure you’re comfortable and confident in your most curve-fitting fashions. With the addition of fully adjustable straps, it’s never been so effortless to look and feel amazing.
RESULTS
- Visibly reduced waistline
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- Improved, more confident posture while wearing it
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- Two rows front hook and eye closure for precision fit
- Lacy lingerie detailing
- Boyshort bottom
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Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Colors: Nude or Black
Price: $67 from http://www.hourglassangel.com/
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